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Das Keyboard 4 Professional Clicky MX Blue Mechanical Keyboard DASK4MKPROCLI
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.9
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
1000
Old Reviews
475
Unverified
100
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Yes
USB
5120 GB
MEMORY
78 meters
SIZE
Review Analysis - 425 recent, verified reviews
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Keyboard
307typing, keyboards, das, mx, keys
+91%
-9%
" ... The keys on this keyboard have a nice feel, push down pretty far, and click when you strike them. ... I write quite a bit and I find this keyboard much better than the Mac keyboards, which have no tactile or auditory feedback. ... "
" ... The keys on this keyboard have a nice feel, push down pretty far, and click when you strike them. ... I write quite a bit and I find this keyboard much better than the Mac keyboards, which have no tactile or auditory feedback. ... "
" ... As a financial analyst, this keyboard has been a GOD SEND! ... I know it may sound strange, but this keyboard definitely helped increase my efficiency. ... I love that the keyboard is full sized ... That being said, the Das Keyboard has delivered everything it said it would. ... "
" ... As a financial analyst, this keyboard has been a GOD SEND! ... I know it may sound strange, but this keyboard definitely helped increase my efficiency. ... I love that the keyboard is full sized ... That being said, the Das Keyboard has delivered everything it said it would. ... "
" ... I do a lot of typing. ... I love the feel of this keyboard. ... "
" ... I can type so much better on this keyboard. ... "
" ... I do a lot of typing. ... I love the feel of this keyboard. ... "
" ... I can type so much better on this keyboard. ... "
Comfort
143keyboards, mechanical, keys, tactile, das
+89%
-11%
" ... I do a lot of typing. ... "
" ... I do a lot of typing. ... "
" ... I ended up liking the brown much better. ... "
" ... I ended up liking the brown much better. ... "
" ... I suddenly find myself typing much more just because it is such a joy. ... "
" ... I suddenly find myself typing much more just because it is such a joy. ... "
" ... Having used cheap membrane keyboards for years without any problems I've always thought of mechanical keyboards as more of a trifle than a real necessity, even for people who type a lot on a daily basis. ... The tactile feedback is very pleasant and the typing gets a lot more comfortable and more precise. ... "
" ... Having used cheap membrane keyboards for years without any problems I've always thought of mechanical keyboards as more of a trifle than a real necessity, even for people who type a lot on a daily basis. ... The tactile feedback is very pleasant and the typing gets a lot more comfortable and more precise. ... "
Controls
104volume knob, switches, volume control, mute, media
+87%
-13%
" ... Though this one has a nice dial/knob on it that controls the sound volume of the computer. ... "
" ... Though this one has a nice dial/knob on it that controls the sound volume of the computer. ... "
" ... As a software developer, I do more clicking around on control keys than I do regular typing. ... "
" ... As a software developer, I do more clicking around on control keys than I do regular typing. ... "
" ... And I LOVE the big round button with the red edge that letss me mute sound with one little turn. ... "
" ... And I LOVE the big round button with the red edge that letss me mute sound with one little turn. ... "
" ... Keys and repeat work properly. ... I use the Sleep, Mute, and Volume controls more than I expected. ... "
" ... Its well made, has a nice sound when clicking the keys. ... "
Build Quality
89aluminum, ruler, keycaps, anodized, place
+84%
-16%
" ... The aluminum frame is strong ... "
" ... The aluminum frame is strong ... "
" ... The reviews were solid and people said the quality was excellent. ... "
" ... It's still solid and made like a tank. ... "
" ... The ruler is kinda cool, and I haven't had any annoyances with it being too loose. ... "
" ... The ruler is kinda cool, and I haven't had any annoyances with it being too loose. ... "
" ... It is built like a tank. ... "
" ... The build quality is superb. ... This model has an aluminum top that helps gives this keyboard a reassuring heft and sturdy feel. ... "
Design
63keycaps, brown, aluminum, matte, finish
+90%
-10%
" ... The brown gives a nice satisfying clunk when doing this. ... "
" ... The brown gives a nice satisfying clunk when doing this. ... "
" ... It's still solid and made like a tank. ... "
" ... Very sleek, super minimal design. ... "
" ... Very sleek, super minimal design. ... "
" ... The build quality is superb. ... "
" ... The build quality is superb. ... "
" ... Plus the overall look is awesome. ... And the top is metal so thats awesome too. ... "
Product Reliability
40keyboards, stopped working, typing, tutor, lettering
+73%
-28%
" ... It took a couple days to get used to, but once I did, I have to say I think this is possibly the second best purchase I've made for my computer in the last ten years (4K monitor being the best). ... "
" ... It took a couple days to get used to, but once I did, I have to say I think this is possibly the second best purchase I've made for my computer in the last ten years (4K monitor being the best). ... "
" ... I've been typing on it daily for several months now. ... "
" ... But this year I thought I'd give it another try and after some research on Cherry switch types I bought this model for work (programming). ... "
" ... But this year I thought I'd give it another try and after some research on Cherry switch types I bought this model for work (programming). ... "
" ... As a writer and online tutor, I've used a lot of keyboards over the years - this is the best I have ever encountered by a very large margin. ... "
" ... As a writer and online tutor, I've used a lot of keyboards over the years - this is the best I have ever encountered by a very large margin. ... "
" ... Built well and able to handle hours of daily transcription for years. ... "
Ports
37ports, usb 3 0, 3 0 ports, keyboard, hub
+97%
-3%
" ... The no-nonsense behavior, great feel and built in USB hub made this choice a no-brainer. ... "
" ... I love the 2 USB 3.0 hubs at the the top ... I'd love to be able to purchase another one for home and use extra the USB hubs to connect to my all in one AND my work laptop. ... "
" ... I love the 2 USB 3.0 hubs at the the top ... I'd love to be able to purchase another one for home and use extra the USB hubs to connect to my all in one AND my work laptop. ... "
" ... Love the volume control and the extra sub 3.0 ports. ... "
" ... Also, USB ports work great (many keyboards have these now though). ... "
" ... Also, USB ports work great (many keyboards have these now though). ... "
" ... The usb ports at the top of the keyboard are nice (there are two), and the volume control is quite nifty, I use it extensively. ... "
" ... The usb ports at the top of the keyboard are nice (there are two), and the volume control is quite nifty, I use it extensively. ... "
Sound Quality
34typing, clicky, volume, tactile, really
+88%
-12%
" ... Though this one has a nice dial/knob on it that controls the sound volume of the computer. ... "
" ... Though this one has a nice dial/knob on it that controls the sound volume of the computer. ... "
" ... I know it may sound strange, but this keyboard definitely helped increase my efficiency. ... "
" ... I know it may sound strange, but this keyboard definitely helped increase my efficiency. ... "
" ... No more screeching advertisings or autoplaying video sounds! ... "
" ... No more screeching advertisings or autoplaying video sounds! ... "
" ... I love the keys clicking sound! ... "
" ... I love the keys clicking sound! ... "
Price
33well worth, worth the money, worth every penny, price range, justify
+88%
-12%
" ... The cost is well worth it to me, but if you are happy with what that comes with your computer there is no reason to upgrade. ... "
" ... The cost is well worth it to me, but if you are happy with what that comes with your computer there is no reason to upgrade. ... "
" ... Worth every penny. ... "
" ... Worth every penny. ... "
" ... Overall I would say this was worth the investment. ... "
" ... Overall I would say this was worth the investment. ... "
" ... I finally was able to justify the price and took the plunge. ... "
" ... I finally was able to justify the price and took the plunge. ... "
Device Compatibility
31keyboard, imac, windows, usb, media
+81%
-19%
" ... I bought this computer for work. ... I'd love to be able to purchase another one for home and use extra the USB hubs to connect to my all in one AND my work laptop. ... "
" ... I bought this computer for work. ... I'd love to be able to purchase another one for home and use extra the USB hubs to connect to my all in one AND my work laptop. ... "
" ... Works on both my PC and Mac. ... "
" ... incidentally, the first time that happened to me in my long career with desktops, laptops, iPads, etc. ... "
" ... incidentally, the first time that happened to me in my long career with desktops, laptops, iPads, etc. ... "
" ... I am not sure how this keyboard pairs with the mac, but it is flawless on windows. ... "
" ... I am not sure how this keyboard pairs with the mac, but it is flawless on windows. ... "
" ... Although I am an avid Mac user I could not use the flat Apple keyboard again now. ... "
USB
24ports, hub, usb 3 ports, usb 3 0, plug and play
+96%
-4%
" ... I'd love to be able to purchase another one for home and use extra the USB hubs to connect to my all in one AND my work laptop. ... "
" ... I'd love to be able to purchase another one for home and use extra the USB hubs to connect to my all in one AND my work laptop. ... "
" ... It was plug and play. ... "
" ... It was plug and play. ... "
" ... Also, USB ports work great (many keyboards have these now though). ... "
" ... Also, USB ports work great (many keyboards have these now though). ... "
" ... * The USB hub is pretty awesome. ... "
" ... * The USB hub is pretty awesome. ... "
Volume
23volume, volume knob, office, quiet, knob
+83%
-17%
" ... Though this one has a nice dial/knob on it that controls the sound volume of the computer. ... "
" ... Though this one has a nice dial/knob on it that controls the sound volume of the computer. ... "
" ... The media controls work well and I love the rotary dial to conveniently control the system volume. ... "
" ... The media controls work well and I love the rotary dial to conveniently control the system volume. ... "
" ... The volume control works well and is just nice to have. ... "
" ... The volume control works well and is just nice to have. ... "
" ... I instinctively try to change the volume on the giant knob without looking, and it's always been very handy. ... "
" ... I instinctively try to change the volume on the giant knob without looking, and it's always been very handy. ... "
Cleaning
19keys, dust, easy to clean, previous version, mx
+63%
-37%
" ... Every keystroke is clean and clear. ... "
" ... Every keystroke is clean and clear. ... "
" ... This is easy to clean and it seems to not be prone to collecting dirt and crap on the keys like my other keyboards. ... "
" ... This is easy to clean and it seems to not be prone to collecting dirt and crap on the keys like my other keyboards. ... "
" ... However, the USB 3 hub feature and the aluminum face are huge improvements over the easy to accumulate dust plastic of the previous version. ... "
" ... However, the USB 3 hub feature and the aluminum face are huge improvements over the easy to accumulate dust plastic of the previous version. ... "
" ... The keys just feel so clean. ... "
" ... The keys just feel so clean. ... "
Features
17brown switches, traders, personal preference, cherry brown switches, brown switch
+76%
-24%
" ... I've got the blank version with blue switches. ... "
" ... I've got the blank version with blue switches. ... "
" ... The keys are light and crisp, but not too light. ... "
" ... The keys are light and crisp, but not too light. ... "
" ... Why do you need all those lights??? ... "
" ... Why do you need all those lights??? ... "
" ... Both function well. ... "
" ... All of the same features, but softer clicks. ... "
Marketplace
15expected, better than expected, unfortunate, stable, smooth
+87%
-13%
" ... Better than expected. ... "
" ... Better than expected. ... "
" ... Better than expected. ... "
" ... It doesn't light up like it almost looks in the picture. ... "
" ... It doesn't light up like it almost looks in the picture. ... "
" ... Let me just say first of all that I have been a customer on Amazon for almost 10 years and probably have spent so much money on here I don't even want to know! ... "
" ... Let me just say first of all that I have been a customer on Amazon for almost 10 years and probably have spent so much money on here I don't even want to know! ... "
" ... I ordered a Warehouse Deals item in "Very good" condition. ... "
Gaming
14typing, gamer, writer, coder, office
+100%
" ... I'm using for typing and for gaming - both ways are just perfect. ... "
" ... I'm using for typing and for gaming - both ways are just perfect. ... "
" ... Maybe you are a gamer. ... "
" ... I wouldn't use it for gaming but for all general typing and data entry it's wonderful. ... "
" ... Suitable for gaming stations or the office. ... "
" ... Using it at home for programming and casual gaming. ... "
" ... Using it at home for programming and casual gaming. ... "
" ... Therefore, I cannot judge this keyboard from a gamer's perspective. ... "
Fit
13place, magnets, pads, momentarily, footbar in place
+46%
-54%
" ... So in short, I think the quality, as with Corsair, falls short. ... "
" ... The sticky pads that are supposed the hold footbar in place fall off very quickly and now my footbar is not even working at all. ... "
" ... The sticky pads that are supposed the hold footbar in place fall off very quickly and now my footbar is not even working at all. ... "
" ... They started falling off less than 30 days into the purchase. ... The magnets don't hold the ruler very well either. ... "
" ... I had to take one star away for the ruler stand attached to the back. ... "
" ... I had to take one star away for the ruler stand attached to the back. ... "
Ease of Use
10typewriters, symbols, plain and simple, keys, grew
+100%
" ... I grew up learning to type using typewriters. ... "
" ... I grew up learning to type using typewriters. ... "
" ... I can NEVER remember where the heck those symbols are located. ... As far as the switches, I find them very pleasing to use. ... "
" ... I can NEVER remember where the heck those symbols are located. ... As far as the switches, I find them very pleasing to use. ... "
" ... You’re paying a premium for excellence, plain and simple. ... "
" ... You’re paying a premium for excellence, plain and simple. ... "
" ... I like to pound the keys when I type, and the brown switches (while very nice) are a bit too easy to push, although still much better than a standard keyboard. ... "
" ... I like to pound the keys when I type, and the brown switches (while very nice) are a bit too easy to push, although still much better than a standard keyboard. ... "
Software Platform
10mac, windows key, linux, work fine, tell the os
+80%
-20%
" ... I bought this board for programming on a Linux system. ... "
" ... It works perfect on my Arch Linux (Antergos) system without any special configuration. ... "
" ... ll the keys and media keys work fine on Mac, linux and Windows. ... "
" ... ll the keys and media keys work fine on Mac, linux and Windows. ... "
" ... As of writing this review, I'm using macOS Sierra 10.12.2. ... "
" ... As of writing this review, I'm using macOS Sierra 10.12.2. ... "
Sleep Tracking
10button, pressing, volume knob, sleep button right, keys
+70%
-30%
" ... Oh the sleep mode feature is a god-sent, you don't have to step it up or anything. ... "
" ... Oh the sleep mode feature is a god-sent, you don't have to step it up or anything. ... "
" ... I can also instantly put my iMac to sleep with a touch of the sleep button right on the keyboard. ... "
" ... I can also instantly put my iMac to sleep with a touch of the sleep button right on the keyboard. ... "
" ... The inclusion of a dedicated “sleep” button is also very useful to me, and many other mechanical keyboards I looked at didn’t have one. ... In the Windows power settings, I set the sleep key to put my display into standby rather than put my computer to sleep. ... "
" ... The volume knob and sleep button is very handy, it is very satisfying to type on. ... "
" ... The volume knob and sleep button is very handy, it is very satisfying to type on. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 78 meters
Connectivity
USB: Yes
Memory
Memory: 5120 GB
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