MCHOSE GX87S Mountains Gradient Aluminum Custom Mechanical Keyboard

The MCHOSE GX87S (Mountains Gradient Edition) is a premium, heavy-duty TKL (Tenkeyless) mechanical keyboard. It is essentially a high-end “custom” keyboard that comes pre-built, saving you the work of assembling it yourself.

The “Mountains Gradient” refers to its specific aesthetic—a stunning blue-to-green fade that mimics a misty mountain landscape.

Here is the long but simplified breakdown:

1. Build Quality (The Tank)

• Full CNC Aluminum: The entire case is made from a solid block of aluminum (not plastic). It weighs roughly 2.5kg (5.5 lbs), meaning it stays planted on your desk and feels incredibly expensive.

• Screwless “Quick Release”: This is its coolest party trick. You can open the case to clean it or change parts without a screwdriver. It uses a “ball-catch” mechanism (like a high-end cabinet latch) that lets you pop the top off in seconds.

• 180-Mesh Finish: The metal is sandblasted to be ultra-smooth to the touch, similar to the finish on a MacBook.

2. Typing Experience (The “Thock”)

• Gasket Mount: The internal board floats on soft silicone tabs instead of being screwed tight. This gives the keys a soft, bouncy feel when you type.

• 5-Layer Dampening: It is packed with sound-absorbing foams (Poron, IXPE, PET). This eliminates any metallic ringing or hollow echo, producing a deep, solid “thocky” sound straight out of the box.

• KTT Mist Blue Switches: The “Mountains” version usually comes with these linear switches. They are pre-lubed and smooth, meaning they don’t have a “bump” or “click”—just a straight, quiet press.

3. Connectivity & Power

• Massive Battery: It houses an 8000mAh battery (huge for a keyboard). You can use it wirelessly for weeks without needing to charge.

• Tri-Mode:

  • 2.4GHz Dongle: For lag-free gaming.

  • Bluetooth: Connects to 3 devices (laptop, iPad, phone).

  • Wired USB-C: For charging and lowest latency.

4. Visuals & Customization

• Gradient Keycaps: It comes with PBT Double-shot keycaps in a gradient colorway (Deep Blue to White/Green). They are often side-engraved, allowing the RGB lights to shine through the letters on the front of the keys rather than the top.

• QMK/VIA Support: You can use a web browser to remap any key or change the lighting. You don’t need to install sketchy software on your PC.