The Royal Kludge R65 is a 65% wireless mechanical keyboard aimed at the custom-keyboard crowd. QMK and VIA firmware support, tri-mode wireless, a gasket-mounted gasket structure and an MDA-profile PBT keycap set make it a serious enthusiast board in a compact 66-key body - with a CNC aluminium volume knob as a tactile bonus.
Key Features of the Royal Kludge R65
Full QMK and VIA programmability
QMK and VIA firmware let you remap any key, build complex macros and create layered shortcuts directly from your browser. Custom layouts travel with the keyboard, not the computer.
Tri-mode wireless connection
Connect via 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth or USB-C wired - pair with up to three devices at once and one-key switch between them.
Gasket-mount structure
A gasket-mounted plate isolates the PCB from the case for a softer, more compliant typing feel and a deeper, fuller sound profile than a tray-mount board.
Hot-swappable PCB
Swap switches without soldering. Compatible with 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches - try linears, tactiles or clickies without committing.
Factory-lubed cream linear switches
Comes with factory-lubed cream linear switches for smooth, quiet keystrokes out of the box.
MDA-profile PBT keycaps
Double-shot injection MDA-profile PBT keycaps deliver a matte, fade-resistant texture and a contoured shape that sits comfortably under the fingers.
Five-layer sound dampening
Five layers of internal damping reduce hollow resonance and produce the deeper, more controlled sound that defines premium custom builds.
CNC aluminium volume knob
A premium CNC-machined aluminium volume knob lives in the top-right corner for instant tactile control over system audio.
RGB backlight with 20+ modes
20+ customisable RGB backlight modes - dynamic effects, static colours and per-key control through QMK/VIA.
Product Specifications
Brand: Royal Kludge
Model: R65 (Wireless)
Layout: 65% (66 keys)
Firmware: QMK / VIA
Connection: Tri-mode (2.4GHz / Bluetooth / USB-C wired)
Mount: Gasket mount
Switches: Factory-lubed cream linear (hot-swappable, 3-pin and 5-pin MX)
Keycaps: PBT MDA profile, double-shot
Sound dampening: 5-layer
Knob: CNC aluminium volume knob
Lighting: 20+ RGB modes
Colour options: Green, Pink
What's Included
1 x Royal Kludge R65 wireless keyboard
1 x USB-C cable
1 x Keycap puller
1 x User documentation