

Thankfully, these switches come factory lubed, so there's no need to take the deck apart before even plugging it in. It's a strange sensation with a soft, smooth landing but - at the same time - a satisfying clack to each keypress. These aren't heavy switches, but the force required to actuate is far greater than other linears in my arsenal, without ever feeling cumbersome. Our testing unit shipped with Mountain Linear 45 switches, a particularly snappy set of springs with a super-fast debounce and a satisfying heft to them. In truth, there's a new set of features that propel the new release into the spotlight and they're all under the keys.

Of course, with a 60% design and a slightly lower price point, the Everest 60 isn't trying to be the all-in-one command centre its ancestor was. Tactile texture on PBT doubleshot keycaps.Linear, tactile, or speed linear switches available.No space for previously released modular components.I placed the whole deck on the highest setting, for ultra-ergonomics and was particularly pleased with the comfort on offer. Magnetic feet risers are also included, with three increments of height available. The USB-C connection between the number pad and the main keyboard also feels a little less precarious, by virtue of a slightly longer connection panel compared to the original in the Everest Max. Overall, this feels like a reliably sturdy deck. It's a subtle touch that I always enjoyed in the original model a hint of color without glaring it across your desktop. The RGB is bold and bright, and I was particularly pleased to find the LED light strip stuck between the two panels has made a return. That black brushed design has stuck around from the Everest Max, though it is less noticeable due to the reduced bezel size here.
