Sharkoon Skiller SGK50 Wood keyboards available following Computex debut
For those who appreciate mechanical keyboards, you might have noticed the relatively new trend of wood casings. Sharkoon decided to join them and unveiled the Skiller SGK50 Wood Series. Available in three distinct form factors, these keyboards marry wooden casings with PBT keycaps, hot-swap switches, damping materials, and extensive customisation options.
The Skiller SGK50 Wood series effortlessly blends a gorgeous wooden shell with contemporary design elements like RGB lighting and a USB-C coiled cable, creating an attention-grabbing aesthetic. Beneath the PBT keycaps, the Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow linear switches come pre-installed. These switches, known for their smoothness and an operating force of 50 (±15g), ensure a satisfying and consistent typing experience right out of the box.
The Skiller SGK50 Wood series keyboards support any 3-pin or 5-pin mechanical switches, allowing enthusiasts to experiment and find their perfect typing feel. Conveniently, all the necessary tools for hot-swapping are included with the keyboard, making customisation a breeze. To ensure the keyboard sounds as good as it looks, Sharkoon has engineered the internal acoustics, incorporating a polycarbonate positioning plate and silicone damping to produce a deep and satisfying sound profile. In addition, the Skiller SGK50 Wood series allows for rapid, on-the-fly adjustments to RGB lighting and macros without additional software, as it’s compatible with VIA and QMK.
The new Skiller SGK50 Wood series is available now, with pricing varying by form factor and whether a barebones version is desired. The Skiller SGK50 S4 Gen 2 Wood PBT (60% layout) is priced at €149.90, with a barebones option at €119.90. The Skiller SGK50 S3 Wood PBT (75% layout) comes in at €159.90 or €129.90 for the barebones. For those who prefer a more complete layout, the Skiller SGK50 S2 Wood PBT (96% layout) is available for €169.90, with its barebones counterpart at €139.90.
KitGuru says: Would you consider getting a wooden keyboard? Of all the options the Skiller SGK50 Wood keyboard series offers, which do you prefer?
