Stabilizer Upgrades, improved sound dampening
and new switch options build upon classic qualities of beloved
predecessors
SAN
FRANCISCO, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Drop,
the leading community-driven e-commerce company, today introduced
enhanced versions of its CTRL, ALT, and SHIFT keyboards. First
launched in 2018 and designed from feedback from the Drop
community, these keyboards have since become best-sellers, offering
a compelling combination of customization and quality. The new V2
variants of the Drop CTRL, ALT and SHIFT combine iconic, fully
aluminum design with stand-out RGB lighting performance, improved
features and enhanced performance, delivering an unparalleled
typing experience for those seeking to elevate their desk
setups.
The CTRL, ALT, and SHIFT V2 keyboards feature several
improvements that build on the original keyboards, including:
- Highly requested stabilizer upgrades: Plate-mounted Drop
Phantom Stabilizers optimize the sound emitted from the large
modifier keys and enhance the keyboard experience.
- Improved sound dampening: Additional layers of premium
foam throughout the keyboard, including Poron top case foam, IXPE
switch foam, Poron hotswap socket foam, and bottom case Poron foam,
provide superior sound and performance for a highly satisfying
typing experience.
- New switch options: Drop picked two community-favorite
switch options – Gateron Yellow KS3 Linear switches or Drop Holy
Panda X Clear tactile switches. The enthusiasts and users who are
interested in building their own keyboard also have the option to
purchase a barebones version.
- Personalization additions: A user-friendly interface for
personalization, thanks to Drop's new Keyboard Configurator
software, provides increased LED customization.
- Lighting improvements: Integration of the STM32 chipset
offers faster and easier support for the latest QMK features along
with 50 new LED patterns that are easily selectable by using hot
keys on the keyboard.
- Expanded compatibility: VIA and QMK support expands
compatibility options (VIAL support coming later this year).
- New color: A new black colorway option is now available
for the SHIFT V2 keyboard.
In addition to these new features, the CTRL, ALT, and SHIFT V2
keyboards retain the same classic qualities that have made them so
popular. The keyboards are constructed with the same aircraft-grade
aluminum materials machined from a solid block of aluminum and
manufacturing standards for a high-quality build. To take advantage
of the keyboards' exceptional RGB capabilities, the LEDs remain
north-facing for users who prefer bright, shine-through keycap sets
and glow brightly around the sides. The keyboards are also still
multi-functional with dual USB-C ports that not only simplify cable
management but also serve as a USB hub for connecting additional
devices to enhance the overall functionality and versatility of the
keyboards, ensuring a more seamless setup with less visual
clutter.
"The new and improved CTRL, ALT, and SHIFT V2 keyboards
represent a leap forward in design, performance, and functionality
while preserving the cherished qualities that made their
predecessors beloved by our community," said Jef Holove, CEO, Drop. "With the addition of
highly requested features such as stabilizer upgrades, new switch
options, and enhanced RGB LED capabilities, we offer the community
an upgraded and unparalleled typing experience that will make them
fall in love with these reinvented, classic keyboards all over
again."
The CTRL, ALT, and SHIFT V2 keyboards are now available for
purchase on the Drop website in both barebones and fully assembled
configurations. The barebones keyboards range from $140 - $190, while
the fully assembled keyboards range from $180 - $250.
Current customers that own the original versions of the CTRL, ALT,
and SHIFT keyboards can also purchase the PCBA + foam kit and
Phantom Stabilizers starting at $105
to upgrade their current model as a more cost-effective,
waste-minimizing alternative to purchasing a brand-new keyboard,
particularly for those interested in restoring and upgrading their
own gear.
For more information about the new CTRL, ALT, and SHIFT V2
keyboards, please visit:
https://drop.com/all-communities/drops/CTRL-ALT-SHIFT-V2
About CORSAIR & Drop
CORSAIR (NASDAQ:CRSR) is a leading global developer and
manufacturer of high-performance gear and technology for gamers,
content creators, and PC enthusiasts. From award-winning PC
components and peripherals, to premium streaming equipment and
smart ambient lighting, CORSAIR delivers a full ecosystem of
products that work together to enable everyone, from casual gamers
to committed professionals, to perform at their very best.
In July 2023 CORSAIR acquired
certain assets of Drop, a passionate group of creators who tap into
the feedback and insights from its enthusiast community – millions
strong – to design and curate Drop's selection of enthusiast
products. Drop is continuously broadening its workspace product
focus into new categories to ensure it brings its community the
technology they need to thrive.
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