100% Full-Size Layout | 8000Hz Polling Rate | Keychron Super Red Linear Switches | Hot-Swappable | South-Facing RGB | QMK/VIA | Double-Shot PBT Keycaps

Quick Specs

• Type on smooth, pre-lubed Keychron Super Red linear switches for quiet, effortless keystrokes


• Hit an 8000Hz polling rate for near-instant input registration and ultra-low latency


• Customise every key, macro and shortcut with QMK/VIA and the Keychron Launcher web app


• Swap switches in seconds with solderless hot-swappable 5-pin and 3-pin sockets


• Work faster on a full-size 100% layout with a dedicated number pad

Vintage Looks, Pro-Grade Performance

The Keychron C2 Pro 8K is a full-size wired custom mechanical keyboard that pairs a clean, retro 100% layout with the kind of premium internals enthusiasts usually build themselves. Underneath the OSA double-shot PBT keycaps sits a blazing 8000Hz polling rate, an open-source QMK/VIA core and a fully hot-swappable PCB, so this is a keyboard you can tune to your exact taste long after the box is opened. With smooth Keychron Super Red linear switches fitted as standard, it delivers a quiet, fluid typing experience that suits both the office and after-hours gaming.

An Epic Core With 8000Hz Polling

Set the C2 Pro 8K to a blistering 8000Hz polling rate, adjustable anywhere from 125Hz up to 8000Hz, and unlock genuinely game-changing speed in command transmission. You get faster input registration, near-instant triggering and ultra-low latency, delivering the kind of responsiveness that executes every keystroke with precision. When split seconds decide the outcome, this wired mechanical keyboard keeps you a step ahead of the competition.

Programme Your Way With QMK & VIA

Open-source QMK firmware means endless possibilities for key remapping, macros and shortcuts. The browser-based Keychron Launcher web app lets you configure each key online from any Chrome, Edge or Opera browser, with no software to download or install, so you can personalise your layout in the office, at home or on the move. Because the firmware is open-source, the community can review the code for safety, giving you complete control over your input security across Windows, macOS and Linux.

Built for Satisfying Acoustics

Every layer of the C2 Pro 8K is engineered for sound. A multi-layer foam stack, including sound-absorbing foam, PET film, IXPE film, EPDM foam, a bottom case acoustic foam and a silicone bottom pad, works together to deliver a soft, thocky typing sound while improving switch support, responsiveness and durability. South-facing RGB LEDs illuminate the non-shine-through keycaps cleanly and stay free of interference even when you fit Cherry-profile alternatives.

Comfort and Compatibility for Every Setup

Three adjustable typing angles of 4.8°, 7.8° and 10.2° team up with the curved OSA-profile keycaps to provide long-lasting ergonomic support for your wrists. A built-in system toggle and additional Mac and Windows keycaps let you switch between platforms with ease, while the hot-swappable PCB accepts almost any 3-pin or 5-pin MX-style switch, including Cherry, Gateron, Kailh and Panda, so you can rebuild the feel of this custom mechanical keyboard in seconds.

FEATURES:

• 8000Hz Polling Rate: Near-instant input registration and ultra-low latency, adjustable from 125Hz to 8000Hz for responsive typing and competitive gaming.


• Keychron Super Red Switches: Pre-lubed linear switches rated for up to 50 million keystrokes, delivering quiet, smooth keypresses for office and gaming use.


• Hot-Swappable Sockets: Change switches in seconds with no soldering, supporting almost all 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches.


• QMK/VIA Support: Remap keys, build macros and create custom layers using open-source firmware and the browser-based Keychron Launcher web app.


• South-Facing RGB: Cleaner backlight illumination that avoids interference with Cherry-profile keycaps.


• OSA Double-Shot PBT Keycaps: Non shine-through caps with an SA-like profile, excellent oil resistance and legends that resist fading.


• Full Acoustic Foam Stack: Multiple sound-absorbing layers tuned for a soft, thocky typing sound and superior switch support.


• Three Adjustable Typing Angles: 4.8°, 7.8° and 10.2° feet provide long-lasting ergonomic comfort.


• Cross-Platform Compatibility: Works with Windows, macOS and Linux, with a system toggle and extra keycaps included.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Layout: Full-Size 100%


• Switch: Keychron Super Red (Linear)
  
  
  
  • Operating Force: 45 ±15 gf
  
  
  • Pre-Travel: 2.0 ±0.4 mm
  
  
  • Travel Distance: 4.0 ±0.4 mm
  
  
  • Pre-Lubed: Yes
  
  
  
  


• Keycaps: OSA Profile Double-Shot PBT (non shine-through)


• Backlight: South-Facing RGB LED


• Switch Support: Hot-Swappable (5-pin & 3-pin)


• Polling Rate: 8000 Hz


• Connectivity: Wired, USB Type-C


• MCU: ARM Cortex-M4 32-bit AT32F405


• MCU Storage: 256KB


• Stabilisers: Plate-Mounted


• Mount Style: Tray Mount Design


• Firmware: QMK/VIA, Keychron Launcher Web App


• Body Material: Plastic


• Typing Angle: 4.8° / 7.8° / 10.2°


• Acoustic Foam: Sound Absorbing Foam, PET Film, IXPE Film, EPDM Foam, Bottom Case Acoustic Foam, Silicone Bottom Pad


• Cable: USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable + USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapter


• Operating Environment: -10°C to 50°C


• Compatibility: Windows, macOS, Linux


• Product Dimensions: 43.65 cm x 13.03 cm x 2.79 cm


• Product Weight: 975 g

WHAT'S IN THE BOX:

• Fully Assembled Keyboard x1


• USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable x1


• USB Type-A to USB Type-C Adapter x1


• Keycap & Switch Puller x1

Why Keychron?

Keychron has earned a loyal following among South African typists, gamers and creators for building high-quality mechanical keyboards that feel premium without the custom-build price tag. The C2 Pro 8K brings that pedigree to a full-size 100% layout, combining an 8000Hz polling rate, QMK/VIA programmability, a hot-swappable PCB and rich south-facing RGB into one ready-to-use package. Whether you are kitting out a Cape Town home office, a Johannesburg studio or a competitive gaming rig, this wired custom mechanical keyboard offers the performance, customisation and satisfying acoustics that make it an easy upgrade to recommend.

SKU: C2PX-M1

Colour: Grey

Warranty: 12 Months