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product_id: 150994258
title: "DROP ALT Mechanical Keyboard — 65% (67 Key) Gaming Keyboard, Hot-Swap Switches, Programmable Macros, RGB LED Backlighting, USB-C, Doubleshot PBT, Aluminum Frame (Cherry MX Blue RGB, Gray)"
brand: "drop"
price: "KSh6244"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 2
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/150994258-drop-alt-mechanical-keyboard-65-67-key-gaming-keyboard-hot
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region: Kenya
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# RGB customizable lighting 65% compact layout Hot-swappable switches DROP ALT Mechanical Keyboard — 65% (67 Key) Gaming Keyboard, Hot-Swap Switches, Programmable Macros, RGB LED Backlighting, USB-C, Doubleshot PBT, Aluminum Frame (Cherry MX Blue RGB, Gray)

**Brand:** drop
**Price:** KSh6244
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⌨️ Elevate your workspace with compact power and customizable flair!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** DROP ALT Mechanical Keyboard — 65% (67 Key) Gaming Keyboard, Hot-Swap Switches, Programmable Macros, RGB LED Backlighting, USB-C, Doubleshot PBT, Aluminum Frame (Cherry MX Blue RGB, Gray) by drop
- **How much does it cost?** KSh6244 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/150994258-drop-alt-mechanical-keyboard-65-67-key-gaming-keyboard-hot)

## Best For

- drop enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted drop brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Space-Savvy 65% Layout:** Maximize desk real estate without sacrificing arrow keys or numerals.
- • **Vibrant RGB Backlighting:** Millions of colors and dynamic effects to match your mood and style.
- • **Rock-Solid Aluminum Frame:** Durable, premium build with magnetic legs for a stable, sleek setup.
- • **Effortless Hot-Swap Switches:** Customize your typing feel in seconds—no soldering, no hassle.
- • **Clicky Cherry MX Blue Switches:** Experience tactile, audible feedback that elevates every keystroke.

## Overview

The DROP ALT Mechanical Keyboard is a 65% layout, 67-key compact keyboard designed for professionals and gamers who demand both style and substance. Featuring a sturdy aluminum frame, hot-swappable Cherry MX Blue switches for tactile precision, and fully customizable RGB lighting, it offers a premium typing experience with effortless customization. Its space-saving design keeps all essential keys accessible, making it perfect for modern workstations and gaming setups alike.

## Description

Full description not available

## Features

- A COMPACT LAYOUT: The ALT mechanical keyboard is a smaller take on Drop’s CTRL model. It features 67 keys instead of 87. Absent of function keys, it wastes no space—but it still has a full set of arrows and numerals.
- A SOLID BUILD: Constructed with a solid aluminum frame with a built-in switch plate and magnetic legs, the ALT is rock-solid and ready for any setup.
- CHERRY MX BLUE RGB SWITCHES: This ALT model comes equipped with Cherry MX Blue switches, which have a distinct “click” sound when pressed, making them the loudest and most tactile switches in the Cherry MX family.
- HOT-SWAPPABLE SWITCH FUNCTIONALITY: Want to switch your switches? Customize the ALT with ease thanks to hot-swappable switch sockets, which allow you to swap switches in seconds—no soldering required.
- OPTIMIZED PER-KEY LIGHTING WITH MILLIONS OF COLORS: The ALT is illuminated with fully customizable RGB backlighting and under-lighting. Set your millions of LEDs to a single color or light them up with custom rainbow wave patterns.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | DROP |
| Series | ALT Mechanical Keyboard |
| Item model number | MDX-22176-19 |
| Hardware Platform | Laptop, Laptop, Linux, PC |
| Operating System | DOS, Linux, MacOS, Windows 10, Windows 2000, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows NT, Windows Vista, Windows XP |
| Item Weight | 1.53 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 12.7 x 4.4 x 1.25 inches |
| Item Dimensions  LxWxH | 12.7 x 4.4 x 1.25 inches |
| Color | Space Gray |
| Power Source | USB powered |
| Manufacturer | Drop |
| Language | English |
| ASIN | B07W5XS4J1 |
| Date First Available | August 9, 2019 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** DROP
- **Compatible Devices:** PC
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB, USB-C
- **Keyboard Description:** Mechanical
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Gaming
- **Special Feature:** Lighting
- **Color:** Space Gray
- **Keyboard backlighting color support:** RGB
- **Style:** Cherry MX Blue RGB
- **Material:** Aluminum

## Images

![DROP ALT Mechanical Keyboard — 65% (67 Key) Gaming Keyboard, Hot-Swap Switches, Programmable Macros, RGB LED Backlighting, USB-C, Doubleshot PBT, Aluminum Frame (Cherry MX Blue RGB, Gray) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61fKY3YGAWL.jpg)
![DROP ALT Mechanical Keyboard — 65% (67 Key) Gaming Keyboard, Hot-Swap Switches, Programmable Macros, RGB LED Backlighting, USB-C, Doubleshot PBT, Aluminum Frame (Cherry MX Blue RGB, Gray) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71F7S-yQgOL.jpg)
![DROP ALT Mechanical Keyboard — 65% (67 Key) Gaming Keyboard, Hot-Swap Switches, Programmable Macros, RGB LED Backlighting, USB-C, Doubleshot PBT, Aluminum Frame (Cherry MX Blue RGB, Gray) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61VwXvdOfNL.jpg)
![DROP ALT Mechanical Keyboard — 65% (67 Key) Gaming Keyboard, Hot-Swap Switches, Programmable Macros, RGB LED Backlighting, USB-C, Doubleshot PBT, Aluminum Frame (Cherry MX Blue RGB, Gray) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71TIRbgMclL.jpg)
![DROP ALT Mechanical Keyboard — 65% (67 Key) Gaming Keyboard, Hot-Swap Switches, Programmable Macros, RGB LED Backlighting, USB-C, Doubleshot PBT, Aluminum Frame (Cherry MX Blue RGB, Gray) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61WIiyl43nL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How do you use the “back tick” symbol on this keyboard**
A: Fn + P: Print Screen
Fn + [ : Scroll Lock
Fn + ] : Pause
Fn + Left Arrow: Home
Fn + Right Arrow: End
Fn + Up Arrow: Page Up
Fn + Down Arrow: Page Down
Fn + Escape: Backtick ( ` )
Fn + Shift + Escape: Tilde ( ~ )

**Q: With the software, can you make it so capslock is fn? or change alt and original fn around so control is where fn is, and fn is where alt is at?**
A: Yes you can remap any key you’d like

**Q: does white backlight have a pink tone?**
A: Yes

**Q: Connect usb c. i want to connect this keyboard to my laptop with only type c port. any usbc cable or hub can recommend?**
A: Any Usb c to usb c cable sold on here should work fine.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Everything I want from a mechanical keyboard
*by M***P on September 27, 2020*

Before I get into this, I have to mention that the first ALT I received had a broken stabilizer. I've seen this mentioned a few times, so it seems like a common problem. I have dampener rings, so I removed all the keycaps and one of the stabilizer stems came off with the spacebar, but I contacted customer service and had a new ALT less than 24 hours later. Anyway, now for the review:I've used quite a few mechanical keyboards, but this is only the second one that I've owned. My first was a Cooler Master MasterKeys Pro S RGB. I love that keyboard. I went with blue switches, and my year with it has convinced me to never use a non-mechanical keyboard ever again. I began looking for a new one. Not that the Cooler Master needs to be replaced (honestly, I have had zero issues with it, and I'm sure I'll have it around for many years), I just wanted a better-looking keyboard.I spent a lot of time researching DIY boards, trying to find something that looked great, had solid construction, and had the potential for customization. I kept coming across this keyboard as a good balance between hobby and consumer. I knew I wanted blue switches again, so the typing experience itself wasn't something I was worried about, as I already know I love these switches.What sold me on this keyboard is the aesthetic, construction, and customization. Low-profile, RGB backlight and border, aluminum (I bought the black) case, hot-swappable switches (if I ever decide I'm being too noisy with the blues), and FULLY programmable via QMK.I've been using this keyboard for less than a full day and it's basically the perfect mechanical keyboard (probably way too early to say this, but I can also edit this review later). I flashed my customizations. LED colors, added a few key changes (like swapping esc with fn+esc, for easier access to ` and ~). I really like the textured keycaps, which I've read that some people consider "cheap feeling". I disagree.A few more things:Anyone hesitating because of the duplicate keystroke issue should stay away from the cheaper switches. This issue is almost certainly caused by the switches, not the board. I haven't read of anyone having this issue with the MX switches. That's what I wanted anyway, so, yeah, it hasn't been an issue for me. I believe the Halo switches are the ones that this is happening with. If you already own this board and you're having this issue, CHANGE YOUR SWITCHES.Anyone worried about any of the scary information online about having to learn to code to use QMK for this board, ignore it. I am a programmer, so I kept seeing those comments in reviews and forums and didn't think anything of it, just figuring I'd have to read some documentation to do what I wanted. Not at all. It's very simple. If you can follow about 4 instructions, you'll be fine. You use the configurator on Drop's website to customize, you download the configuration file, you download the 2 or 3 other files the site tells you to, and then you have to type a command or two in a terminal or CMD, but there is no actual programming required. This might be a small challenge for people that have absolutely NO experience with computers, but I'm confident that basically anyone capable of reading and copying/pasting can figure it out.That's it. If it's not the aesthetic, construction, or customization you're looking for, you probably don't need this keyboard. If you're just looking for a decent mechanical keyboard, you can get some great boards under $100 (or a Cooler Master for a little over $100) with the same switches, and some with RGB. For me, this purchase is more than worth it for what it offers.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A thoughtfull, well-designed, great looking keyboard
*by M***E on September 23, 2019*

I’ve been on an endless quest for that perfect keyboard, and I’d been eyeing these for a while, but It’s not everyday you want to spend $200+ on a keyboard. That said, when they popped up on Amazon for quick delivery I really couldn’t resist.First off, I love the way this keyboard looks and feels. It’s a really nice design, super clean, and it feels so well built. On top of that, there is zero visible branding when it’s on your desk -- it’s all on the back. No giant logo, just a clean simple slab of metal. I absolutely love the aesthetic.There are a few little details I appreciate too. The cable can be used on either side of the keyboard, and you can plug other things in the unused port, which is pretty handy and unexpected. The little magnetic feet are kind of clever, you can swap them around to change the angle of the keyboard. I was sort of worried they’d come out or wobble, but they are surprisingly rock solid. You will want a wrist wrest though!All that said, the rim lighting is a bit much for me, especially at the office, but luckily you can easily turn it off and on with a simple fn+z or fn+x press. I tend to leave it just with the key lighting on.As for the switches, I use this exclusively for typing, so I ended up getting the Halo Clears and I have no regrets. I think if I were using this for gaming I’d probably want the MX Browns. The switches feel great, and while I’ve already swapped out some keycaps for a few fun things, I haven’t tried hot swapping switches yet, but I’m glad it's an option in case I ever change my mind in the future.Anyway, this thing definitely feels like a $200 keyboard and I have zero regrets. If you’re like me and want a buy-it-for-life (or at least until I get the itch again) keyboard, this is definitely an easy recommendation.UPDATE: After using this keyboard for about 3 months, there are a few things I feel I should add. First, I noticed I was getting a lot of double characters while typing. Letters would be registered twice, and it was really irritating. I thought this was just me adjusting to the switches, but it turns out it was an actual issue and was luckily mostly resolved by updating the firmware. Second, you can change the brightness of the LEDs by using FN+S and F+W. Turns out this was in the manual, but was really helpful for keeping the lighting on but at a more reasonable level. Over-all, I'm still happy with the keyboard, but if I were to buy now, I'd probably get it direct from drop.

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