8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard, Bluetooth/2.4G/USB-C Hot Swappable Gaming Keyboard with 87 Keys, Dual Super Buttons and Super Stick for Windows and Android - C64 Edition
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8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard, Bluetooth/2.4G/USB-C Hot Swappable Gaming Keyboard with 87 Keys, Dual Super Buttons and Super Stick for Windows and Android - C64 Edition

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Details

  • Brand
    8Bitdo
  • Compatible Devices
    Windows
  • Connectivity Technology
    USB-C
  • Keyboard Description
    Mechanical
  • Recommended Uses For Product
    Gaming
  • Special Feature
    Programmable
📶Bluetooth & 2.4G dual wireless modes
🔄Hot-swappable PCB for ultimate customization
⌨️87-key compact layout

Description

⌨️ Level up your workspace with retro flair and modern mastery!

  • DUAL WIRELESS FREEDOM - Switch effortlessly between Bluetooth and 2.4G wireless modes or USB-C wired connection.
  • CUSTOMIZE WITHOUT LIMITS - Hot-swappable Kailh Box White switches and 8BitDo Ultimate Software V2 for personalized key mapping.
  • PRO GRADE GAMING CONTROL - Dual Super Buttons and Super Stick with independent control panel for next-level precision.
  • CLASSIC MEETS CUTTING EDGE - C64 Edition with iconic double-shot ABS keycaps and SA profile for nostalgic yet premium typing.
  • SEAMLESS MULTI PLATFORM POWER - Compatible with Windows 10+ and Android 9.0+, ensuring smooth workflow across devices.

The 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard C64 Edition combines nostalgic design with advanced features like hot-swappable Kailh Box White switches, dual wireless connectivity (Bluetooth & 2.4G), and full programmability via 8BitDo Ultimate Software V2. Its compact 87-key layout with double-shot ABS SA profile keycaps delivers a premium typing experience tailored for Windows 10+ and Android 9.0+ users, perfect for professionals and gamers seeking both style and performance.

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Specifications

Brand8Bitdo
Item model number6922621505266
Hardware PlatformGaming Console
Operating SystemWindows, Android
Item Weight4.56 pounds
ColorC64 Edition
Power SourceBattery Powered
Batteries1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included)
Manufacturer8BitDo
LanguageEnglish
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Date First AvailableMarch 28, 2024

Reviews

4.7

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A**G

Old school feel ... New school features ... Excellent

I bought this for my daughter. She loves the weight and feel of the keys. It's that old school keyboard vibe with new refinement. Feels really nice to type on. I learned to type on a typewriter and prefer Keys that have a deliberate feel to the touch. Overall, this keyboard is really nice. It's not a small form factor and you need room on your desk. It's not a portable keyboard I travel with. That being said, its a fixture on the desk and used daily. It has held up very well and very happy with the keyboard.

M**C

8BitDo C64- Functional Nostalgia at its best

The functional nostalgia is strong with the C64 inspired 8BitDo mechanical keyboard. No driver was needed to get this working via the 2.4ghz wireless adapter. I also purchased the Numbers Pad which is held close by a magnet. I added an extra pad under the keyboard to increase the angle a bit for comfort. The Commodore 64 was my first computer in 1983 and this keyboard does not disappoint. I love the sound and tactile feedback. I tried a few other keyboards prior to this and so far I’m very happy with the purchase!

A**S

A great nostalgic keyboard for the price.

I bought this keyboard because I was looking to build a nostalgic custom for several hundred dollar, then I found this beauty for only 99$.Out of the box, this thing is simply a treat. It's colorways just nail it, and bring back that old Nintendo nostalgia (I myself indulged in the Famicom variety). It has rubber-sleeved cables, which for a product like this is actually a boon, because the rubbers sleeves feel just like the controllers of old. Just as well there are the power buttons, which plug in via a 3.5mm jack at the back of the keyboard and really drive the message home. All around great presentation; it's thematically perfect.Then comes build quality. The board does feel a little hollow. It has a plastic shell, and no inner foam layer to fill things out (at least it doesn't sound or feel like it does, I don't really know for sure). However, it does have an aluminum plate which helps provide a good amount of thock, and the keycaps are dye-sub PBT which give them a nice noise that's on the lower side of the register.The switches themselves are Kailh Box White v2's. Now if Kailhs are a turn-off for you, I'll just say that I used to be the same way. However, Kailhs have come a long way through the years, and these are actually pretty good. Overall the switches feel quite consistent, they have good response, and they are nice and clicky (settling them in nicely with the keyboard's retro theme). Furthermore, the PCB itself is hot-swappable. So you can also change out the switches for whichever you like if you'd prefer something else (just make sure everything's compatible).What truly surprised me however were the stabilizers. I don't know exactly what they did to them, but they are silent; no rattle whatsoever, at least in my unit. Very nice play from a keyboard in this price range.Then there are the power buttons, which are much more useful then you might think. The buttons themselves have a nice texture that makes them feel great in the hand. They have a good weight to them, and they have a solid rubber bottom. So they'll stay put on any surface you place them. The switches within each button are the same as on the keyboard. So they feel nice and clicky with good response. At times, I have found myself just pushing the buttons over and over again only because it was so satisfying to do so. In addition to their nice build quality, they are programable using 8bitDo's companion software. I myself programed them to F5 and F8 so that I could use them as quick and easy quick-save and quick-load buttons when playing games on a controller.As I said before, there is companion software that allows you to reprogram the keyboard as you see fit. Just as well, there is an A and a B key on the keyboard itself which you can use as programmable hotkeys however you like.For connectivity, you have either wired, Bluetooth, or 2.4ghz. I never did try Bluetooth, but the wireless 2.4ghz is quite good. While I did have issues here and there with the 2.4ghz, causing it to randomly, and not that rarely, repeat the last input upon infinitum. Pressing any key would resolve the issue immediately. The battery life is very good as well. I've had the board since release, and have only charged it maybe twice.All and all, it's a great wireless board, and that's not including the nostalgia it perfectly recreates. For the price, you're getting a great entry-level offering into the high-end mechanical keyboard market, and in comparison to the likes of Corsair, Logitech, Razer, and the like, you're getting a heck of a lot more bang for your buck. Just and overall great product.

C**R

Perfect for the retro feel.

This is not your average keyboard for your average modern day keyboard enthusiast. It comes with clicky white switches to provide a more retro feel. If this is not your style and you prefer the modern style of keyboards beware. Although the switches are hot swappable. I personally like the click, so it is no problem for me.Regarding the build of the keyboard, it has a suitable heft to keep it in place, the key caps have a good feel and are of nice quality.It has a very beautiful retro design with the knobs and buttons at the top. The colors are quite true to the pictures.Regarding the functions, the battery is very good. I have had this keyboard for over a year and with moderate use it has only needed to be charged twice so far. The Bluetooth function works very well as well as the 2.4g dongle. The dongle is quite big I must say. The volume knob is not fully smooth and instead adjusts between several points with inaudible clicks. In system it adjusts the volume by 5 points at a time, I personally would prefer if there were more granularity to the volume adjustments.As for the programmable macro buttons, they are a cute gimmick, but I do not use them so I cannot really comment. This keyboard is worth it even without the gimmick.All factors considered, I rate this a full five stars. It does it's job beautifully and with style. As long as you know what style of keyboard you're getting into, you'll probably love it.

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