PBS Granite Keycap Set
Best retro-inspired choice for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts seeking timeless aesthetics.
Experience a piece of keyboard history with the PBS Granite keycap set, a revival of a beloved 2014 colorway. Designed by Matt3o and brought to life by Keyreative, this set features a modern PBS profile crafted from durable PBT plastic. Enjoy crisp, long-lasting legends thanks to high-quality dye-sublimation. This pre-order item includes options for Base, 40s/Ortho Base, and Accent kits, offering a classic aesthetic with modern manufacturing. Expected to ship in early 2026, it's a perfect blend of retro charm and contemporary quality for your mechanical keyboard.
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4.5
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Category Rank
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Profile
PBS
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Who it's for
- Minimalists wanting a clean, professional look for any desk setup
- Heavy typists seeking long-term surface texture and shine resistance
- Users prioritizing permanent, high-contrast legends that never fade
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers needing immediate, off-the-shelf availability
- Keyboard enthusiasts preferring a deep, muted 'thock' sound profile
- Visual perfectionists requiring ultra-vibrant or deeply saturated color tones
Performance breakdown
Material Durability
High-grade PBT plastic ensures long-term resistance to shine and wear.
Legend Longevity
Dye-sublimation process embeds ink deep into the keycap structure.
Profile Ergonomics
Modern PBS profile offers a comfortable, uniform typing experience.
Layout Versatility
Comprehensive kit options support standard, ortho, and 40s layouts.
Aesthetic Authenticity
Faithful revival of the iconic, minimalist 2014 Granite colorway.
Switch Compatibility
Standard MX stem design ensures seamless integration with most mechanical switches.
Key Specs
Profile
PBS
Material
PBT Plastic
Mount Type
MX
Legend Printing
Dye-sub and reverse dye-sub
Manufacturer
Keyreative
Designer
Matt3o
Switch Compatibility
Cherry MX Style
Availability
Pre-Order item
Features
- Classic Granite colorway revival
- Durable PBT plastic construction
- High-quality dye-sublimated legends
- Modern PBS keycap profile
- Includes specialized kit options
- Retro legend style
- Basic ergo support elements
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Keyreative PBS Granite Keycap Set for its exceptional quality and enduring aesthetic. The thick PBT plastic offers a satisfying, textured feel and superior resistance to shine, ensuring longevity. The classic Granite colorway is highly regarded for its versatile and timeless appeal across many keyboard builds. Legends are crisp and durable due to the dye sublimation process. While the premium price positions this set in the high-end category, enthusiasts agree the material excellence justifies the investment. Minor reservations exist regarding cost versus value for budget buyers and slight preferences for standard Cherry profiles over the specific sculpting. Overall, the set delivers a top-tier typing experience and lasting design.
Know before you buy
The PBS profile is a modern take on classic keycap shapes, offering a uniform, sculpted feel that is comfortable for long typing sessions. It provides a consistent height across rows, which many users find more ergonomic than traditional stepped profiles.
These keycaps are designed for keyboards using standard MX-style switches, which feature the familiar cross-shaped stem. They are compatible with most standard ANSI layouts, but you should verify your specific keyboard's bottom row layout to ensure the included modifiers will fit.
No, the legends are created using a high-quality dye-sublimation process. This technique infuses the ink directly into the PBT plastic, making the characters extremely durable and resistant to the shine or fading common with cheaper printing methods.
These keycaps are not shine-through. The PBT material is opaque, so if your keyboard has per-key RGB lighting, the light will not pass through the legends.
The Base kit is designed for standard full-size, TKL, and 60% layouts. The 40s/Ortho kit includes specific key sizes and row profiles required for smaller, non-standard layouts like 40% keyboards or ortholinear boards.
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