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Drop CTRL V1 High-Profile Mechanical Keyboard

Name: Drop CTRL V1 High-Profile Mechanical Keyboard
Brand: Drop
SKU: drop-ctrl-high-profile-mechanical-keyboard
Price: 250 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.372881 (354 reviews)

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The Drop CTRL High-Profile is just like the original CTRL, but now it comes with a tall CNC-aluminum case that covers the switches. Machined to be 6-degrees, the case is ergonomically crafted for a natural feel—and it’s quite a bit heavier than before Read More

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endlessink

Dec 16, 2024

Activities:Work & Gaming

Paired Switch:Tactile

Keyboards Owned:3

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A good start

Notes:

It is a bit tall for casual use, you might want a wrist rest if you are using this as a daily driver for gaming.
Crumbs will get in and the raised lip makes it hard to get out of the case, spills are hard to clean.
The default PCB does not let you use your own switches without clipping the pins - 3pin vs 5pin :(
(New version fixes most of these)

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C4m3r0n

Dec 15, 2024

Activities:Work & Gaming

Paired Switch:Tactile

Keyboards Owned:2

Verified Buyer

Great start for beginners

The high-profile design gives the keyboard a classic, elegant look while providing a satisfying weight that prevents slipping. This was my 1st hot swappable keyboard and I really enjoyed the ease of swapping out switches. I liked the RGB/shine through and the feel of the keycaps. I would recommend adding foam to reduce ping, swapping out the stabs and/or holee modding. I used this keyboard for years and got a lot of enjoyment out of it. My biggest pro is the high profile case and the design/build quality - the pingness. My biggest gripe is that it I experience chatter sometimes and it would double type characters on the top row from time to time. I updated the firmware which did greatly reduce it but didn't completely eliminate the issue. TLDR; Great design, decent build quality, fun modding experience but has some shortcomings.

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io2red

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Mar 15, 2024

Activities:Work & Gaming

Paired Switch:Tactile

Keyboards Owned:11

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Worst Chattering Ever Experienced On a Keyboard

Keyboard was basically broken in a year. Absolutely would not recommend. Around 1 year after purchase I began experiencing chatter on 3 different keys. Then sometimes when typing and pressing the 'e' key it would not even add the 'e' key. Within another next 6 months I was experiencing chatter on at least 5 different keys and had to run a computer software ("Keyboard Chattering Fix") to make the keyboard usable. Before even having it for 2 years I swapped back to my Ducky YotM from 2016 and have been using that for another year plus without any issues. This keyboard however has been the worst purchase I have made in over 10 years across 10+ mechanical keyboards. The fact their warranty on this keyboard is only 1 year says a lot about the quality of the keyboard, and how much massdrop trusts their manufacturing. My Ducky YotM is almost 10 years old and it has had absolutely ZERO issues. This keyboard on the other hand was one I already wanted to throw in the trash after just 1 year. I don't even use this thing anymore and haven't touched it in almost 2 years now. Huge waste of $250, not including the taxes.

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io2red

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Mar 22, 2024

Thanks @YanboWu , I greatly appreciate you trying to help with this. Really glad to see you are still around! I immediately dug out my Ctrl v1 and upgraded the firmware. After trying it for a few days it seems to have helped with some of the keys, but I am still getting a lot of chattering with the space bar. While that might not be a big deal for most applications, it can be extremely annoying when programming. It's unfortunate the chattering is so bad because the quality of the keyboard is pretty decent otherwise. It has a lot of heft and the 65g Halo switches feel good. But I guess you're only as strong as your weakest link right? In the mean time I am now using one of the new CSTM80's and praying it won't end up with the same critical flaw. If this issue happens with the new keeb in the first year then I may just have to stick to Keychron, Glorious, and Ducky.

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YanboWu

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Mar 22, 2024

io2redHey hey! Yeah still around and trying to make sure everyone is happy with their product. A chattering spacebar is definitely no good, have you tried swapping out the switch in question as well? Perhaps that would help too? Honestly one of the most difficult things with these keychatter reports is our ability to consistently replicate and root cause the problem. I do feel like we've made pretty significant headway with the V2 and CSTM line keyboards - I don't think we really have any reports of keychatter issues with those boards. Would love to hear about how you like the CSTM80 after you have some time with it!

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jlsolorio5746

Mar 2, 2024

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great overall

side lighting can improve and could use more foam for better sound but overall good for the price

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Just632

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Dec 4, 2023

Paired Switch:Clicky

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Very high quality and sturdy aluminum frame

A complete joy to type on with blue clicky switches. Looking forward to getting the foam kit to make it even better

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SocksWthSandals

Oct 8, 2023

Activities:Gaming

Paired Switch:Clicky

Keyboards Owned:2

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Drop Cntrl Solid Build

Like the heavy feel and form factor. Two usb c ports are great.

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Luky7evens

Jun 22, 2023

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Good Keyboard Pingy

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FalkensMaze

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Apr 2, 2023

Activities:Work & Gaming

Paired Switch:Tactile

Keyboards Owned:8

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Very solid keyboard

I was looking for a quality mechanical keyboard with hot swappable switches and when I came across the Drop CTRL I figured I would give it a try. I was not disappointed. Typing on it not only feels enjoyable but also sounds wonderful. I went with the heavier halo clear switches as I like to rest my fingers on my keyboard and the extra accusation force is a nice change from typing F multiple times. I am looking forward to adding more Drop brand keyboards to my collection.

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omnii

Mar 24, 2023

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Fantastic Mechanical Keyboard for Programmers

I've been using the Drop CTRL High-Profile Mechanical Keyboard for almost six months now, and it's been an absolute pleasure to type on. As someone who spends a lot of time programming, having a keyboard that's well-built and reliable is essential to me, and the Drop CTRL has exceeded my expectations on both fronts. I've used this with both Mac and Windows flawlessly. One of the things I love about this keyboard is the variety of switches it supports. I've tried several, including the Drop Holy Pandas, CannonKeys Neapolitan, and Boba U4, and they all feel great to type on. Each switch has its own unique feel, so you can customize the keyboard to your liking. I especially enjoy the tactile feedback and sound of the Holy Pandas and Neapolitans. The build quality of the keyboard is also top-notch. The high-profile design looks sleek and modern, and the aluminum frame gives it a sturdy feel. The keycaps are made of PBT, which makes them durable and resistant to wear and tear. The RGB lighting is also a nice touch and adds a bit of flair to the keyboard. Customizing the RGB lighting with QMK is a great feature, however it can be tricky at first. Instead, Drop's Keyboard Configurator is the way to go for this and can get the job done for most people. One thing to note is that the keyboard is quite heavy, which may not be ideal if you plan on taking it with you on the go. However, if you're looking for a solid keyboard to use at your desk, the weight is actually a plus as it keeps the keyboard from moving around while you type. Overall, I highly recommend the Drop CTRL High-Profile Mechanical Keyboard to anyone in the market for a premium mechanical keyboard. It's highly customizable and built to last.

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