The MonsGeek M1 HE-SP keyboard is a tenkeyless-sized purple keyboard with a knob that features Akko's Cream Yellow Magnetic switches, a hot-swappable PCB design, RGB backlighting, USB-C connectivity, supports 3-pin switches, side-printed backlit double-shot keycaps in an OEM profile, Dynamic Keystrokes (DKS) allowing you to set up four operations for a single key, Rapid Trigger mode, On-board memory, gasket-mount structure, and can be customised via the MonsGeek Driver software.
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Features
MonsGeek M1 HE-SP
75% 82-Key Aluminium Magnetic Switch Keyboard with Knob
MonsGeek’s first aluminium keyboard features magnetic switches and is also backwardly compatible with 3-pin mechanical switches.
Additionally, with magnetic switches, users can easily customize the actuation distance, which is especially useful for gamers seeking rapid actions at their fingertips, particularly in FPS games, as demonstrated by the following functions: Rapid Trigger, Dynamic Keystrokes
Note: The M1 HE-SP is not compatible with QMK/VIA, please perform the customizations through the MonsGeek Driver.
Rapid Trigger
Dynamic Keystrokes
Magnetic Switch
On-board Memory
RGB Backlit
Aluminium CNC
Hot-Swappable
Gasket Mount
Adjustable Actuation Distance
These magnetic switches allow users to adjust every key’s actuation point from 0.2mm to 3.8mm in 0.1mm increments, which offers different kinds of pressing for gaming or typing.
Rapid Trigger (RT)
Rapid Trigger dynamically changes the keys’ actuation and deactivation points. Through the MonsGeek Driver, users can choose “All Buttons” or “Per Button” customization modes, as well as activate “Non-stop Rapid Trigger” for near-instant key response. This gives FPS gamers a competitive edge in fast-paced gameplay.
For example, when gamers enable RT, they can achieve “Counter-Strafe“ in VALORANT games.
Dynamic Keystrokes (DKS)
Pressing a key can trigger four different key operations.
Depending on your keypress force: a light press triggers action 1, a deeper press activates action 2, and releasing the key also supports a two-stage key setting.
DKS Display
"CS:GO" and "Valorant" need to "emergency stop" to achieve for rapid strikes, you can through the dynamic key range function, set the W key to shallow press trigger W, lift the set trigger S, you can realize the "emergency stop" and "Running and hitting" operation after getting used to it.
On-Board Memory
With on-board memory, you can save your preferred settings without keeping the software or drivers on, ensuring easy access to your personalized configurations.
Akko Cream Yellow Magnetic Switch
Compatible with Akko Cream Yellow Magnetic Switches and 3-Pin Mechanical Switches
The magnetic switches adopted Hall effect sensor, making great advances in faster and more precise key triggers comparing to traditional mechanical switches.
Side-Printed Backlit Keycaps
M1 HE-SP comes with gradient-effect shine-through keycaps and a side print design, creating a visually stunning effect while improving the visibility and legibility of individual keys.
OEM Profile Keycaps
OEM profile keycaps are designed to bring maximum comfort, keeping hand in a natural state to minimize hand fatigue after long-time use and help users minimize typos.
PBT Double-Shot Keycaps
Keycaps from M1 HE-SP keyboard are made of durable PBT double-shot, which helps resist the shine that occurs from oils and sweat on the fingers.
Upgraded Renovated Encoder
The encoder has been upgraded with changes in its height and the plastic inside the knob, resulting in a more stable structure.
Golden Accent
Adding a touch of class and elegance, MonsGeek opted to add a beautiful golden accent so that no matter which way you look at it, you’ll fall in love over and over again.
RGB Backlit
M1 HE Aluminium mechanical keyboard can help you type in the dark with decent backlit. It has over 20 preset backlighting modes.
You can easily create and tailor your own lighting effects with the MonsGeek Driver, which offers over 16 million unique colours per key, as well as adjustable brightness and animation speed level.
Welcome to the MonsGeek Driver
The key/lighting effects customization can be programmed by MonsGeek driver in all three modes. In all three modes, the lighting effects can also achieve audio visualizer effects with MonsGeek driver.
Poron Plate Foam
M1 HE pre-built keyboard is equipped with PORON plate foam, effectively reducing the noise generated by key switches, ensuring a purer and more comfortable tactile sound experience for the keyboard.
Polycarbonate Plate
M1 HE utilizes an aluminium plate for a stiffer and higher-pitched sound profile, for those who want to be heard instead of pc plate.
Plate-Mounted Stabilizers
M1 HE magnetic switches keyboard utilizes single-color plate-mounted stabilizers, which effectively minimizes keycap wobbling.
3mm Poron Case Foam
MonsGeek M1 HE has undergone an upgrade, transitioning to Poron case foam with superior elasticity compared to M1.
*Disclaimer: Using thicker foam may reduce flex, whether to include it or not is down to your personal preference
VHB Insulation Layer
A VHB insulation layer has been added to the bottom case in order to prevent any short-circuit issues. It’s rare for these issues to occur but MonsGeek want to add extra protection.
Accessories to Play With
Extra teflon pads included for users who wish to perform a force break mod.
Extra tape for users who wish to perform a tape mod.
MonsGeek includes a 3mm PORON foam for a balanced feeling. Disclaimer: the foam will affect the overall sound profile and flex.
Backed by a 1-year MonsGeek warranty.
