PBTfans Untamed
Best premium keycap upgrade for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts.
Elevate your typing experience with the PBTfans Untamed keycap set. Crafted from durable ABS plastic using a doubleshot production method, these keycaps ensure legends that remain crisp and legible over time. Designed by SxM Designs and featuring the popular Cherry profile, they offer a comfortable and familiar feel for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts. Compatible with Cherry MX style switches, this set provides a versatile upgrade for your setup. Multiple kits are available, allowing for extensive customization to match your aesthetic preferences.
$85.50
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1604
/ 6542
#1604 in Keyboard Keys & Caps
Price vs Category Average
+100%
Above average
Material
ABS plastic
/ ABS plastic
Who it's for
- Keyboard enthusiasts seeking a sophisticated, earthy desk aesthetic
- Typists wanting long-lasting keycaps that resist oily shine
- Custom builders using non-standard or varied keyboard layouts
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for affordable entry-level keycaps
- Purists demanding razor-sharp legend clarity on every key
- Audiophiles preferring a deep, thocky acoustic signature
Performance breakdown
Legend Clarity
Doubleshot molding ensures legends remain sharp and fade-resistant over heavy use.
Ergonomic Profile
The classic Cherry profile offers a comfortable, familiar typing angle for enthusiasts.
Switch Compatibility
Seamlessly fits almost all mechanical boards using standard MX-style stems.
Material Durability
High-quality ABS plastic provides a smooth, premium feel during long sessions.
Aesthetic Versatility
SxM Designs delivers a striking look that elevates any custom build.
Kit Customization
Extensive kit options allow for precise layout matching across various boards.
Key Specs
Material
ABS plastic
Profile
Cherry profile
Production Method
Double-shot
Compatibility
Cherry MX switches and MX-style clones
Manufacturer
PBTfans
Features
- Durable doubleshot legends won't fade
- Popular Cherry profile for comfort
- Wide compatibility with MX switches
- Designed by SxM Designs
- Premium ABS plastic construction
- Enhances keyboard aesthetics
- Provides a satisfying typing feel
What customers say
The PBTfans Untamed keycap set is celebrated for its impressive quality and captivating design. Enthusiasts consistently praise the robust, textured PBT material, contributing to a satisfying typing sound. The distinctive colorway and vibrant, crisp legends achieved through dye sublimation are significant highlights, offering a visually refreshing and unique aesthetic. Reviewers also note the excellent value, as the set provides a premium experience at an accessible price. Despite occasional minor variations, the overall sentiment points to Untamed as a durable, visually superior, and highly recommended upgrade for mechanical keyboards, blending aesthetics and quality effectively.
Know before you buy
These keycaps are crafted from high-quality ABS plastic. This material is chosen for its ability to produce vibrant colors and a smooth, premium finish.
No, the legends are created using a doubleshot production method. This process molds two layers of plastic together, ensuring the characters remain crisp and permanent even with heavy daily use.
The PBTfans Untamed set is designed for Cherry MX switches and most MX-style clones. As long as your keyboard uses this standard switch stem, these keycaps will fit.
The Cherry profile is widely considered the industry standard for mechanical keyboards. It features a sculpted, ergonomic shape that sits lower than OEM profiles, providing a comfortable and familiar typing experience for most users.
Yes, the PBTfans Untamed set is available in multiple kits. This modular approach allows you to select the specific keys needed to match your keyboard's layout, whether you use a standard full-size board or a more compact custom build.
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