The matte black finish eliminates that headache while at the same time offering improved durability and a more subtle look - something that won't go unnoticed if you opt for the blank keycaps of the Ultimate edition. Previous iterations used a plastic-based glossy panel which proved to be a nightmare to keep clean. Metadot went with a 1.8mm, powder-coated aluminum top panel. The lights are bright but they are positioned to project the beam straight up - or in other words, they won't blind you. Tiny blue LEDs indicate the status of the num lock, scroll lock and caps lock functions. Media controls include buttons to play, rewind and fast-forward as well as a mute button and another to put the computer to sleep. Those familiar with previous Das offerings will immediately zero in on the new oversized volume knob and dedicated media controls on the top right side just above the number pad. The Das Keyboard 4 was announced in March 2014 and despite a number of new features, the board stays true to its roots in terms of aesthetics and its 104-key layout. We've seen a number of revisions and competitors hit the scene since the original Das Keyboard launched in 2005, but their latest offering is an order of magnitude better than previous generations, at least according to CEO Daniel Guermeur. Metadot is arguably responsible for pioneering the commercial mechanical keyboard market, much like OCZ did with solid state drives.

I can't offer much assistance if you're in the market for a new mattress but if it's a mechanical keyboard you're interested in - and specifically, Metadot's new Das Keyboard 4 - then I can certainly lend a hand.

Extra long 6.5 ft (201 cm) USB cable with single USB type-A connector.

Supports full n-key rollover (NKRO) over USB.104-key US layout, 105-key for UK, NO, and DE.Dedicated media control with oversized volume knob.Cherry MX key switches with gold contacts.

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