Das Keyboard, still regarded as a hidden gem in the scene, is a brand of Metadot Corporation and produces high-quality and innovative mechanical keyboards under the German-English name combination. The company, based in Austin, Texas, has been creating groundbreaking technology optimized for daily use in the input device segment since 2005 and has consistently received praise from the specialist press.
The Das Keyboard 4 enhances the very successful model series S (Das Keyboard 3) with meaningful features. The mechanical keyboard has been further upgraded in both appearance and functionality, providing a particularly well-crafted and flexible solution for both gamers and office users. Its distinctive appearance, with a widened chassis in the numpad area, immediately signals brand affiliation. New additions include multimedia keys, an aluminum finish on the top shell, and a modern USB 3.0 hub.
The media keys are thoughtfully designed in both appearance and function, featuring microswitches with a good tactile feel and minimal travel distance. The USB hub connections on the Das Keyboard 4 are no longer located on the side but are now positioned at the back, facilitating cable management. The USB 3.0 connection provides connected devices with high bandwidth and delivers up to 900 mA of power. The premium feel and slight texture of the volume knob allow for direct and precise control of the volume function.