Mechanical keyboards have been around for a long time – even before they went mainstream some 15 years ago – and nowadays you can find thousands of models from hundreds of manufacturers with a dizzying array of switch types, sizes and gaming features to choose from. Das Keyboard were one of the first companies to bring mechanicals to a wider audience, especially in their native America, and today we’re looking at a nearly 20-year-old artefact of that time to see what’s changed in the intervening decades.


It’s great to see a classic like Das Keyboard still holding its ground after all these years! Your insights on the evolution of mechanical keyboards are really interesting. It’s fascinating to think about how far technology has come while still honoring the tried-and-true designs. Looking forward to more comparisons!