September Favorites
Today we're taking a look at an assortment of boards you can actually buy right now. These are a mix of in-stock and group-buy options. I will be recommending these based on boards I've personally built/used. I hope this helps you find your next dream build!
The New Mode Sonnet
The New Mode Sonnet is probably my top pick at this time. Mode's almost limitless customization options and lattice mounting system have kept me coming back again and again. It's customizable and incredibly user friendly. I am a sucker for the curvy side profile on the Sonnet, and the full PC case is so much fun. Outside of the Sonnet, all of Mode's other offerings are also in-stock if you prefer a different layout!
The Bauer Lite
I have probably built this board 30 times since receiving it a few months ago, and I've loved every build. With a starting price of $120, it's an easy recommendation for anyone looking for fun customization options. I think this board is a great pickup for beginners and enthusiasts alike. What I love most are the vibrant case colors and the plastic forward sound signature. It just has this certain undertone that I absolutely adore. My favorites are the Tangerine and Seafoam colors currently.
VOID 65
The VOID 65 from Anorexus is an absolute banger of a debut from this designer. They've been teasing numerous design concepts for some time, and for what I believe is their first GB, they nailed this design. I really adore the ultra minimal design language of the board. It feels timeless and is really well executed. We have the PC case which will be getting threaded inserts for the production models. (LETS GO!) The board has dual mounting and a crisp and poppy sound signature. It's in GB now!
SAT75X
A budget entry variant of Cannonkeys' own Satisfaction 75, one of the most elusive boards during the Covid era, has arrived in GB until the 15th! This board was actually really fun and had some unique features I haven't really seen before. You can actually change the typing feel by adding or removing these module gasket parts. It was very interesting, and I was able to get some very nice flex by doing this. I also think it's cool that you get a knob and an lcd screen on a board for just $111.
DR Flip-6P
I was blown away by the assembly process and magnetic connectors utilized in this board. You can literally FLIP the numpad whichever way you prefer and it's just a dream to tinker with. I also was vey impressed with the sound and feel from this board. The DR Flip-6P also came in a variety of nice finishes too. You can even customize the layout more with hhkb and wkl blockers.