Keychron C1 Pro 8K 80% Super Red Hot-swappable RGB Wired Mechanical Keyboard

8000 HZ POLLING RATE | QMK/VIA | USB TYPE-C WIRED | TKL (80%) | HOT-SWAPPABLE |SOUTH-FACING RGB | DOUBLE-SHOT PBTQUICK SPECS * Register every keystroke with an ultra-fast 8000 Hz polling rate * Remap keys and macros freely with open-source QMK/VIA and the Keychron Launcher * Swap switches without soldering thanks to a hot-swappable PCB (3-pin and 5-pin MX) * Type on pre-lubed Keychron Super Red linear switches in an acoustically tuned build * Enjoy a classic TKL (80%) layout with durable double-shot PBT keycapsLIGHTNING-FAST 8000 HZ WIRED PERFORMANCEThe Keychron C1 Pro 8K is a wired TKL (80%) custom mechanical keyboard built forspeed. An 8000 Hz polling rate adjustable from 125 Hz right up to 8000 Hz delivers faster input registration, near-instant triggering and ultra-lowlatency, so every keystroke lands with precision. Powered by an Arm Cortex-M4chip and open-source QMK firmware, it gives gamers and typists across SouthAfrica serious responsiveness with endless room to customise.PROGRAM EVERYTHING WITH QMK, VIA AND LAUNCHEROpen-source QMK firmware with VIA support means near-limitless customisation.Using the browser-based Keychron Launcher, you can remap keys, record macros andfine-tune shortcuts on Windows, macOS or Linux no software to install. Becausethe firmware is open source, the community can review it for safety, giving youcomplete confidence and control over your inputs.A REFINED, ACOUSTICALLY TUNED TYPING EXPERIENCEThe C1 Pro 8K is tuned for sound and feel from the inside out. Layers ofsound-absorbing foam, PET film, IXPE film, bottom-case acoustic foam and asilicone bottom pad work together for a satisfying, thocky typing sound andconsistent key feel. Pre-lubed Keychron Super switches glide smoothly,plate-mounted stabilisers keep larger keys steady, and OSA-profile double-shotPBT keycaps resist shine and stop the legends fading.HOT-SWAPPABLE AND BUILT TO PERSONALISEMake it truly yours. The hot-swappable PCB accepts almost any 3-pin or 5-pinMX-style switch (Cherry, Gateron, Kailh, Panda and more) with no solderingrequired. South-facing RGB lighting shines cleanly through from the typist'sangle even with non-shine-through PBT keycaps for vivid, even backlightingyou can tailor key by key.COMFORTABLE, ALL-DAY ERGONOMICSDesigned for long sessions, the C1 Pro 8K offers three adjustable typing angles(4.8°, 8.5° and 10.7°) and curved OSA-profile keycaps that work together tosupport your wrists. A system toggle plus included Windows and macOS keycaps letyou switch seamlessly between platforms and save separate layouts for each.FEATURES: * Classic TKL (80%) wired custom mechanical keyboard * 8000 Hz polling rate, adjustable from 125 Hz to 8000 Hz * Open-source QMK firmware with VIA support * Programmable via the browser-based Keychron Launcher (remap, macros, shortcuts) * Hot-swappable PCB compatible with 3-pin and 5-pin MX switches * Pre-lubed Keychron Super Red (linear) switches for a smooth, quiet keystroke * South-facing RGB backlight for clean illumination with PBT keycaps * OSA-profile double-shot PBT keycaps that resist shine and fading * Multiple acoustic layers (sound-absorbing foam, PET film, IXPE film, bottom-case acoustic foam, silicone bottom pad) * Plate-mounted stabilisers for steady larger keys * Three adjustable typing angles (4.8° / 8.5° / 10.7°) * System toggle with included Windows and macOS keycaps * Compatible with Windows, macOS and Linux * Arm Cortex-M4 (AT32F405) processor with 256KB MCU storageSPECIFICATIONS: * Layout: TKL (80%) * Connectivity: USB Type-C wired * Polling Rate: 8000 Hz (adjustable 125 Hz8000 Hz) * Firmware: QMK (open-source), VIA support * Switch: Keychron Super Red (linear, 45 ±15 gf, pre-lubed; up to 50M keystrokes) * Hot-Swappable: Yes (3-pin and 5-pin MX) * Keycaps: OSA-profile double-shot PBT (non-shine-through) * Backlight: South-facing RGB LED * Stabilisers: Plate-mounted * Mount Style: Tray mount * Body Material: Plastic * MCU: Arm Cortex-M4 (AT32F405), 256KB storage * Angle: 4.8° / 8.5° / 10.7° * Feet Height: 2 mm * Front Height: 19.71 mm (without keycaps) * Back Height: 28.60 mm (without keycaps) * Operating Environment: -10°C to 50°C * Product Dimensions: 35.7 × 13.1 cm * Product Weight: 830 g (±10 g)WHAT'S IN THE BOX: * Keychron C1 Pro 8K 80% Super Red Hot-swappable RGB Wired Mechanical Keyboard x1 * USB Type-C to Type-C Cable x1 * Type-A to USB Type-C Adapter x1 * Switch Puller x1 * Keycap Puller x1WHY KEYCHRON?Keychron is one of the most respected names in custom mechanical keyboards,trusted by enthusiasts and professionals worldwide for blending premium buildquality with genuine customisability. The C1 Pro 8K brings that pedigree toSouth African desks at an accessible price fast, refined and endlesslypersonal. For anyone who wants a compact, high-polling-rate wired keyboard theycan truly make their own, it's an outstanding choice backed by Keychron'sreputation for quality.