Drop, known for its keyboards and peripherals, has expanded its lineup of highly customizable keyboards with the launch of the new CSTM65 model. Coming on the heels of the recently released CSTM80 keyboard, the CSTM65 incorporates the same signature features of interchangeable magnetic cases and extensive personalization options in a more compact 65% layout.
The CSTM line provides keyboards that users can easily customize to match their style. The CSTM65 features a removable magnetic case available in a variety of colours and artwork designs, allowing users to change the look of their keyboard at will. Combined with the ability to select different keycaps, switches, weights, plates, and cables, the CSTM65 offers near-endless potential configurations to create a unique keyboard.
As Director of Drop Studio Lukas Mondoux explained, “With the CSTM65, we are offering users a more compact keyboard option that they can customize to their exact preferences. With numerous case designs, switches, keycaps, and weight and plate options, the possibilities for self-expression are endless.”
The CSTM65 incorporates high-end enthusiast features into its compact frame. It utilizes a gasket-mounted design for flexibility and improved acoustics, south-facing RGB LEDs to enhance lighting, and support for 5-pin switches. Premium components like PCBA-mounted stabilizers, ABS keycaps with side legends, and multiple foam layers allow for a superior typing experience. Users can select either tactile Gateron Brown or linear Gateron Yellow switches when ordering.
Drop CSTM65 Keyboard Features
- Gasket-mounted design with a compact, 65% layout featuring a magnetically attached customizable case
- Per key RGB LEDs, custom ABS south-facing keycaps, PCBA-mounted stabilizers, and 5-pin switch support (fully assembled keyboards come with a set of MacOS keys for Apple users)
- Polycarbonate colour cases: white, black, Laser Purple, Skiidata orange, and Shinai Green
- Aluminum cases: anodized silver and black
- Decorative case: Overgrowth by OSHETART
- Custom weight options: stainless steel with black PVD coating, stainless steel with chromatic PVD coating, and brass with clear coating (available for purchase separately)
- Switch Plates: Aluminum, Brass, FR4, Carbon Fiber, and POM (available for purchase separately)
- Supports Drop’s keyboard configurator, QMK, VIA and Vial
This fully-built keyboard is currently available for purchase on Drop.com, with prices starting at $79 for the barebones kit. The version with keycaps, switches, and a black polycarbonate case retails for $129. Individual colourful polycarbonate or aluminum case options can be purchased separately as well.
