IDOBAO ID80 Red Crystal Gasket Barebones Keyboard

The IDOBAO ID80 Red Crystal Gasket Keyboard Kit brings a bold, almost sinister glow to a fan-favorite, gasket-mounted keyboard. All the favorites from the standard Crystal ID80 are here: excellent PCB components, 5-pin Kailh hot-swappable sockets, a six-degree typing angle for comfortable ergonomics, and QMK/VIA programmability for extra customization. But now, the translucent case that shows RGB lighting unfettered now comes in an eye-catching red hue to provide plenty of drama, and of course the gasket-mounted build makes typing feel truly impressive with just the right amount of subtlety and give.

If you’re like many in the Mech Keys community, your keyboard is your baby. Few manufacturers understand this better than IDOBAO, which takes its name from the Chinese phrase “ai duo bao”—or “make many babies that you love.” Bridging both sides of the globe, the company also stresses that the name can be translated to “I do bao”—“we do treasure.” With IDOBAO’s impressive quality standards across its extensive product line, it’s clear that both translations apply. From popular keyboards and kits like the ID75 and ID80, to beautiful keycap sets, accessories, and more, IDOBAO has earned its reputation by putting user experience first. Among the many manufacturers that don’t always deliver, that commitment—and consistency—is a true treasure.