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Metadot Das Keyboard Professional

Based on 6 reviews

Excellent:

2
Good:

2
Average:

1
Bad:

1

Pros

Goldplated mechanical switches under the keys make a nice oldschool clatter. Fire up a cigar and pour a stiff drink — you'll be pounding out emails like Hemingway in no time. Recognizes up to six keys pressed simultaneously for your sick Warcraf
Very nice to type on, USB ports easily accessible on site, Clicky keys that provide tactile and audible feedback
Build Quality, Glossy Finish, Simple Aesthetics, Integrated USB 2.0 Hub, High Quality Mechanical Key Switches
A sturdy, well constructed keyboard that offers plenty of clicking, two USB ports and a 12-simultaneous-key-press guarantee.
Tactile feedback rocks, Lengthy USB cord, Comes with a USB 2.0 hub, Sleek and sturdy design with a glossy black finish
Lightning-fast mechanical key response; satisfying clacking noise.
Great tactile and aural feedback; stylish design; sturdy; two USB 2.0 ports.
Eminently typable; integrated USB 2.0 hub

Cons

No more typing on the sly while on conference calls. Zero ergonomic features.
Expensive, Glossy finish picks up dust and fingerprints very easily
Ridiculously Overpriced, Availability, Poor Warranty, Keyboard Click Novelty does wear off, Noisy and shouldn't be used in quiet environments.
Very loud, a bit deep and pricey.Overall: If you can, try before you buy. Otherwise, you might not want to invest in such a loud keyboard If you have noticed extra typos on the site the past month, there is a reason (and no, I have not developed especiall
High price tag, No media keys
Expensive; no extras; clacking noise may irritate others.
Pricey; some users may miss multimedia commands.
Very expensive; 104-key layout includes no media controls, other special keys

By Gadgetell on March 11, 2010

The DAS Keyboard was graciously sent to me to review over the past several weeks and I must say, it is a flashback to the old keyboards we all once used. DAS Keyboard sells 3 models of their signature super-clicky keyboards: Original Professional,...

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By Wired on November 09, 2009

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By The Tech Report on January 12, 2009

The question, then, is whether the Das Keyboard Professional is worth the $129 price tag, since you can get a brand new Unicomp buckling spring keyboard for $69 and a vintage Model M for as little as ~$30 on eBay. Frankly, Im a little torn. The Das...

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By Testfreaks on November 11, 2008

If you type a lot you deserve a keyboard such as this one, many people dont consider keyboards something of importance when it comes to their computer and they figure any old keyboard will do, but once you have the chance to use a true quality...

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By TheTechLounge on October 16, 2008

The Das Keyboard takes Professional seriously. There are no "features" of the Das Keyboard, unless you seriously rely on extra USB ports--no doubt the culmination of weeks of brainstorming sessions devoted to using up that free cubic inch. And therein...

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By TweakNews on October 02, 2008

To lay the cards on the table, I personally deem the Das Keyboard Professional keyboard to be an expensive backwards step in the wrong direction. Sure it has the nice switches that make a nice click noise like the "good ole' days", but do we have...

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By DigitalReviews on September 18, 2008

At the price of $99 for the Das Keyboard Professional is a great product where it made me realize how much the quality of a keyboard matters. I really couldnt find anything to criticize about the keyboard except its price. At $99, the cost of the...

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By Government Computer News on September 15, 2008

A couple of extra features help the keyboard integrate into an office environment. The cable that connects it to a computer is six feet long, which is a good length. Some people might ask why the keyboard isnt wireless, but having a cable makes the...

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By GamerTell on August 14, 2008

If you have noticed extra typos on the site the past month, there is a reason (and no, I have not developed especially fat fingers). Ive been using the Das Keyboard Professional as my primary keyboard to give it a thorough try. Its big,...

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By HardwareLogic on August 13, 2008

Metadot says its Das Keyboards are \"designed to make a statement,\" and that they do. Whether you crave the challenge of typing on a blank keyboard or prefer having your keys labeled, both the Professional and Ultimate version will offer the same...

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