QK Alice Duo | showcase & sound tests
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QK Alice Duo | showcase & sound tests
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*This board was sent to me by qwertykeys
The pre-order sales for the QK Alice Duo will start 17 April 2025 over at qwertykeys.com
Regional vendors sales period may vary
https://www.qwertykeys.com/products/q...
I included 2 new sections in my video aside from the usual chill build process and sound tests. I have included a section where I showcase various keycap sets on the mint QK Alice Duo. I've also included my thoughts about the board at the end of the video (after the sound tests) WITH VOICE OVER. It's my first time doing a voice over and it is really awkward but I tried my best. SORRY ABOUT ALL THE THUMPING NOISES. I need to learn how to use a microphone obviously🙄 If you're not into hearing me blab and is only here to chill, I will write my thoughts as usual below.
*Time stamps*:
00:00 - unboxing + content
00:28 - wrist rests showcase
01:09 - PCB and plates showcase
01:45 - accessories showcase
02:57 - keyboard case and pod showcase
04:22 - how to use the adjuster to adjust the keyboard typing angle
04:42 - PE sheet and install stabilizers
05:06 - plate foam and plate
05:16 - LED diffusers
06:08 - switches
06:33 - gaskets
07:10 - anti static sheet and case foams
07:44 - keycaps
08:00 - connect to wireless pod
08:09 - battery toggles and LED control
08:42 - b-roll
09:01 - various keycaps showcase on the mint unit
09:42 - sound test 1 (alu plate/all foams)
10:27 - sound test 2 (FR4 plate/all foams)
11:13 - sound test 3 (PC plate/all foams)
11:58 - sound test 4 (alu plate/no foam)
12:44 - sound test 5 (FR4 plate/no foam)
13:31 - sound test 6 (PC plate/no foam)
14:17 - sound test 7 (PC plate/no foam/PBT keycaps)
15:03 - my thoughts
When I first learn about the Alice Duo, I didn't know what to think of it since I don't use split boards. However, it was the cute little wireless pod that got my attention and I knew I had to try the board and it is definitely a unique one! I got the mint to match my setup and it is perfect. The pastel colour options in the Alice Duo are my favourites!
Layout
I'm glad the typing angle of the Alice Duo can be adjusted, you can type tented or flat on this board. The good thing about split boards is that I can position the boards according to my typing habits. So yes, I prefer this over the Neo Ergo. But hey, that's a personal preference.
Sound
There are 3 plates you can choose from– aluminium, FR4 and PC. My favourites are the aluimium and PC plates. I'm not a fan of the FR4 plate because it just sounded really flat to me. Again it's personal preference.
Wrist rests
The wrist rests are a really nice addition. They are designed to match the size and tented layout so if you use a wrist rest, you should consider getting it with the board. One cool thing about the wrist rests is that you can also adjust the tented angle on them too. Unfortunately, it doesn't come with the kit and is an optional purchase ($45 for a pair of wrist rests). I personally do not need the wrist rests since I prefer typing it non-tented.
Wireless pod
This is the thing that caught my eye when QK first teased the board. It just looks so cute and cool lmao. The pod comes in the same colour as your keyboard. It acts as a wireless hub to connect both keyboard wired and wirelessly. Besides that, the pod shows the current battery level for both keyboards, wired/wireless mode and OS layout. The board also includes magnetic cables for charging. Since they're magnetic, it's probably going to be a problem replacing them if you lost or break them. I hope QK will be stocking these cables up in their store.
Price
Starts at 289USD
QK Alice Duo
https://www.qwertykeys.com/products/q...
https://qwertykeys.notion.site/QK-Ali...
My configuration:
Spray-coated Mint case
Aluminium, FR4 and PC plates
1.6mm non-flex cuts hotswap PCB
Wrist rests
Keycaps:
GMK Foundation
GMK Peach Blossom R2
GMK Sloth
GMK Fox
GMK Chaos Theory
MW Stone Age (light mods)
MW Kawaii Voltage
DSS Easter
GMK Umka
GMK Serika
GMK Momo Yume
KAT Floofy Boi
MW Mango Keylime
Osume Momo Neko
Osume Year of the Rabbit
Keykobo Bloom
Keykobo Cherries
Switches:
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Deskmat: QQmat
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