3/5/2023 0 Comments Quickfire rapid![]() Now lets take a closer look at the keyboard itself. They also reduce fatigue, as the actuation point is not all the way at the bottom. Mechanical switches are also far more reliable and there is a large variety of them with a different feel for each. Normal keyboards have a mushy feel and quite simply, once you use a mechanical keyboard, you won’t want to turn back. But to put it in a nutshell, the main benefits to a mechanical keyboard are a much better feel. For more information on mechanical keyboards, see this guide. This switch model appeals to gamers since it has no tactile bump or click, and low actuation force for faster double tapping and easier response. So today we’re looking at the CM Storm QuickFire Rapid keyboard, namely the Cherry MX Red switch model. After waiting months for it to arrive in America, I was finally able to purchase one for review and my personal use. As you can see in the picture, the keyboard itself is wrapped up in a foam sheet to protect the grippy matte finish from being scratched.Back in October, we saw the announcement of Cooler Master’s first mechanical keyboard, the CM Storm QuickFire Rapid. Theres a 6 ft long USB-to-microUSB cable, a pair of instruction manuals on how to use the keyboard lighting modes and other features in either English or Chinese, a “User Guide” that outlines keyboard features, specifications, and technical support. There isnt much packaged with the QuickFire Rapid-i. 2-year warranty damages as a result of removing keycaps improperly are not covered by the warranty.USB cable: 1.8m braided, gold plated and removable.Backlight: All White, All keys, 5 settings and 5 modes.Switch: Blue switch, Brown switch, Red switch, switch availability may vary on language layout.Detachable 1.8M durable braided UBS cable for easy transportationĬooler Master CM Storm QuickFire Rapid-i Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Specifications:.Luxurious soft touch feel & minimalist style multimedia functions and keyboard adjustment shortcuts.Repeat rate tweaking over UBS execute commands quicker than ever.Profile managements save specific backlit keys in up to 4 lighting mode presets.ActiveLite reactive illumination, set keys to light up on touch.Full LED backlighting 5 modes and 5 illumination level adjustments.Cherry MX mechanical key switches guarantees up to 50 million keystrokes.The Rapid-i can be found at Amazon shipped for $134.99 for the Brown switches and $149.99 for the Blue switches.Ĭooler Master CM Storm QuickFire Rapid-i Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Features: ![]() Other things going on for the Rapid-i include media keys, Windows key lock, detachable USB cable, and 2-year warranty. The Rapid-i has several fun light modes including pulsing lights or reactive lighting when a key is pressed. The QuickFire Rapid-i isnt just a plain backlit variation of the tenkeyless Rapid. Cooler Master has a nifty guide to help out with explaining mechanical keyboards including details and graphics on the most popular mechanical switches and what their color labels mean. All of this made possible arguably because each key is backed by a metal spring as opposed to the elastic plastic found in the usual everyday keyboard. Theyre usually tactile depending on what type of switch is used, the keys reset quickly, key ghosting is nonexistent, and they dont wear down for a long time as a result of their operating mechanism and materials used. ![]() While mechanical keyboards are still a luxury piece for a computer, there are tangible benefits to using one. Earlier this year, the Rapid-i with Cherry MX Brown switches with individually backlit white LEDs was released and now a new Cherry MX Blue switch model has been introduced which we are reviewing. The original tenkeyless Quick Fire Rapid was popular due to its value, space saving functionality, and solid construction, but backlights were on the list as the most requested feature. ![]() While the aesthetic stands in contrast to the rugged looks and military themes of their other signature products, the attention to quality Cooler Master has become so trusted upon is still there. Cooler Master CM Storm QuickFire Rapid-i Mechanical Gaming Keyboardįor years now Cooler Master has brought to the masses affordable and clean minimalist looking mechanical keyboards in the form of the QuickFire lineup. ![]()
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