KINESIS Advantage2 Quiet LF Ergonomic - Review

As a professional product reviewer, I've had the opportunity to test and experiment with numerous mechanical keyboards, but the KINESIS Advantage2 Quiet LF Ergonomic USB Keyboard (KB600LFQ) has undoubtedly stood out from the rest. Designed with ergonomics and comfort in mind, this keyboard provides a typing experience that is unmatched in the mechanical keyboard market.

First impressions of the keyboard are positive. It features a sleek and modern design with a mix of black and silver colors. Its contoured ergonomic shape is instantly noticeable, with split key wells, concave shape, thumb keys, orthogonal layout, 20 degrees of tenting, and integrated palm supports with cushioned palm pads. These unique design features are patented and have been proven to increase comfort and productivity. With the keyboard's 20-degree tenting, I was able to find a more natural angle for typing, which improved my overall typing speed and accuracy.

The keyboard's genuine Cherry mechanical switches are rated for 50 million key presses, guaranteeing durability and premium typing feel performance. What sets this keyboard apart from others is its use of Cherry MX "Silent" Red mechanical switches, which produce less noise than other mechanical switches. The quiet typing experience has made this keyboard a popular choice for shared workspaces or for those who don't want to disturb others while typing.

The function row features new Cherry ML mechanical switches that provide an excellent tactile feedback with less actuation force, making it easier to switch between different functions. However, I did notice that pressing the function row keys needed a little more force than the other keys, but that didn't take away from the overall experience.

Another feature of the KINESIS Advantage2 Quiet LF Ergonomic USB Keyboard is the ability to fully customize the keyboard with the Driverless Smart Set engine. This allows users to create custom layouts in QWERTY or Dvorak, on-the-fly macro recording, one-touch key remapping, Windows, Mac, and PC modes, and settings saved to keyboards 4MB flash memory. The Smart Set app GUI is available for Windows users, making it easy to customize and program the keyboard.

The keyboard is plug-and-play with all major operating systems including Windows 7-10, Mac OS X, Linux, and Chrome. It's compatible with both USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 and comes with a detachable 6-foot braided USB cable.

In terms of durability, KINESIS engineers their products in the USA to the highest standards and stands behind them with a 3-year warranty. This keyboard is built to last and is designed to withstand heavy daily usage.

Customer reviews for the KINESIS Advantage2 Quiet LF Ergonomic USB Keyboard speak highly of its comfort and productivity features, giving it an impressive rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars with 282 reviews. Users have praised the keyboard's ergonomic design and customizability, and many have expressed appreciation for the quieter typing experience.

In conclusion, the KINESIS Advantage2 Quiet LF Ergonomic USB Keyboard (KB600LFQ) is a top of the line mechanical keyboard designed for those who value comfort, productivity, and a quiet typing experience. Its unique ergonomic design and programmability features make it stand out among other mechanical keyboards on the market. With high customer ratings and a 3-year warranty, this keyboard is well worth the investment.

KINESIS Advantage2 Quiet LF Ergonomic

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