GATERON KS-9 Silent 2.0 Switch Set
Best quiet mechanical switches for office and shared workspace users.
Elevate your mechanical keyboard experience with the GATERON KS-9 Silent 2.0 Switch Set. These pre-lubricated switches offer an exceptionally smooth and quiet typing feel, perfect for any environment. Featuring a 5-pin design for stable PCB mounting and compatibility with most MX keycaps, they also support SMD LED backlighting for personalized aesthetics. Available in Yellow, Red, Black, or White stem options and in 35 or 105-piece sets, these switches are crafted with a POM stem, transparent PC top housing, and milky Nylon bottom housing for durable and reliable performance.
$16.80
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
3131
/ 6542
#3131 in Keyboard Keys & Caps
Price vs Category Average
-61%
Below average
Stem Material
POM
/ POM
Who it's for
- Custom keyboard builders needing versatile mounting options
- Office workers requiring a quiet, distraction-free workspace
- Typists seeking a premium, frictionless typing experience
Who should skip it
- Purists who prefer a crisp, tactile bottom-out
- Gamers accustomed to the full standard travel distance
- Users who prefer a light, effortless actuation feel
Performance breakdown
Acoustic Dampening
Silent internal architecture effectively eliminates harsh bottom-out and return noise.
Typing Smoothness
Factory pre-lubrication ensures a buttery, consistent feel right out of the box.
Build Durability
High-quality POM stems and nylon housing provide long-term structural reliability.
Installation Stability
The 5-pin design anchors firmly to the PCB for wobble-free typing.
Lighting Compatibility
Transparent PC top housing allows for vibrant, uniform SMD LED illumination.
Component Versatility
Standard MX-style cross mount ensures seamless compatibility with most custom keycaps.
Key Specs
Stem Material
POM
Top Housing Material
PC (transparent)
Bottom Housing Material
Nylon (Milky)
Spring Material
Spring steel
Pin Count
5-Pin
LED Compatibility
SMD
Switch Type
Mechanical
Switch Compatibility
Cherry MX Style
Features
- Significantly reduced operational noise
- Factory pre-lubricated for smoothness
- Supports SMD LED backlighting
- Stable 5-Pin PCB mounting design
- Compatible with most MX keycaps
- Available in multiple stem colors
What customers say
The GATERON KS-9 Silent 2.0 switches earn high praise primarily for their superior noise reduction, making them ideal for quiet workspaces or shared living areas. Users consistently report a near silent typing experience right out of the box, often noting the smooth operation attributed to factory lubrication. While the silicone dampeners introduce a slightly muted bottom out feel, this trade-off is widely accepted by those prioritizing acoustic minimalism over traditional mechanical feedback. Reviewers frequently emphasize that these switches deliver outstanding value, positioning them as a highly competitive and accessible choice for achieving quiet, reliable mechanical input without immediate modification.
Know before you buy
Yes, these are 5-pin switches compatible with most hot-swappable mechanical keyboards. If your PCB only supports 3-pin switches, you can easily clip off the two extra plastic legs to make them fit.
These switches feature internal dampeners that significantly reduce the 'clack' of the bottom-out and the 'tick' of the return. They are ideal for office environments or shared spaces where you want to minimize typing noise without sacrificing the mechanical feel.
No, these switches come factory pre-lubricated for a smooth, consistent feel right out of the box. While enthusiasts may choose to add more, the factory application is sufficient for most users to enjoy a scratch-free typing experience.
Yes, the Gateron KS-9 switches use a standard MX-style cross stem. They are compatible with the vast majority of aftermarket keycaps available on the market.
The stem color indicates the switch's weight and feel: Red is light and linear, Yellow is medium-weight and linear, Black is heavier and linear, and White is typically the lightest option. Choose based on your preference for how much resistance you want when pressing a key.
Yes, the transparent PC top housing is designed to allow light to pass through clearly. They are fully compatible with SMD LED backlighting, ensuring your keyboard's lighting effects remain vibrant.
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