The History of Das Keyboard
Since 2005, Das Keyboard has been crafting premium mechanical keyboards in Austin, Texas. From the original blank keyboard to today's smart keyboards, here is our journey.
- 2025
Introducing the DeltaForce 65
The boldest keyboard design we have ever made.
In March 2025, the DeltaForce 65 landed on the desks of over 500 Kickstarter backers--early adopters who praised its performance and design. In April, this full-metal, precision-crafted mechanical keyboard was officially launched to the public, delivering unmatched style and functionality to workstations everywhere.
Built with a CNC aluminum case, stunning five-sided dye-sublimation PBT keycaps, gasket-mounted construction, and hot-swappable Gateron Red switches, the DeltaForce 65 offers a premium typing experience that's as rugged as it is refined. South-facing RGB lighting and full QMK/VIA support give you total control over your layout and look.
Available in four striking camo-inspired colorways--Jungle, Urban, Desert, and Cyber Kamo--this keyboard is more than a tool. It's a statement. Whether you're writing code, crushing spreadsheets, or queuing up your next match, the DeltaForce 65 is the must-have keyboard for 2025.
- 2022
Das Keyboard 6 Professional
The Das Keyboard 6 Professional launched with Cherry MX switches, a dedicated volume knob, USB-C connectivity, and a clean aluminum design. It was recognized by reviewers as one of the best professional keyboards available.
- 2022
Das Keyboard MacTigr
Das Keyboard MacTigr brought low-profile Cherry MX switches to the Mac audience, combining a slim form factor with premium aluminum construction.
- 2021
Das Keyboard Launches the Next-Generation 5QS Smart RGB Mechanical Keyboard
The 5QS Smart Mechanical Keyboard is released, the second-generation 5Q with streamlined electronics, new firmware, and new features. The streamlined electronics produce ultra-bright RGB lighting and better performance, while new features such as built-in RGB profiles, RGB profile editor, macros, and more for an improved experience.
- 2020
The relaunch of the DK4C Professional with Cherry MX & PBT Keycaps
The Das Keyboard 4C Professional was relaunched with Cherry MX switches and PBT keycaps, offering a compact tenkeyless design with premium components.
- 2018
World's First Smart Keyboards
Das Keyboard pioneered the smart keyboard category with the 5Q and X50Q, featuring per-key RGB illumination driven by Q Software and an open REST API.
- 2017
Consumer Electronics Show (CES)
Das Keyboard unveiled the 5Q Smart Keyboard at CES 2017, generating significant media attention and excitement in the mechanical keyboard community.
- 2016
Das Keyboard 5Q Kickstarter
Das Keyboard launched the 5Q on Kickstarter as the world's first smart RGB mechanical keyboard, raising significant funding from enthusiastic backers.
Das Keyboard X40
The Das Keyboard X40 introduced a slim mechanical keyboard design with low-profile switches, targeting users who preferred a sleeker form factor.
- 2014
Das Keyboard 4C Ultimate
Das Keyboard introduced the compact 4C Ultimate with blank keycaps in a tenkeyless design, combining the iconic blank keycap experience with a smaller footprint.
- 2012
Das Keyboard 4 Professional
The Das Keyboard 4 launched with an aluminum top panel, USB 3.0 hub, and dedicated media controls, establishing a new benchmark for premium mechanical keyboards.
- 2011
Model S Professional with Linear Switches
Das Keyboard expanded its lineup with the Model S Professional featuring Cherry MX Red linear switches for users who prefer a smooth, quiet typing experience.
- 2010
Model S Professional for Mac
Das Keyboard released the Model S Professional for Mac, bringing premium mechanical keyboards to the Apple ecosystem for the first time.
- 2009
Das Keyboard Model S Ultimate
The Model S Ultimate featured blank keycaps and Cherry MX Blue switches, continuing the tradition of the original blank keyboard concept.
- 2008
Das Keyboard Model S Professional
The Model S Professional launched with Cherry MX mechanical switches, establishing Das Keyboard as a serious contender in the premium keyboard market.
- 2006
Das Keyboard 3
Das Keyboard 3 was released, improving on the original design with better build quality and Cherry MX switches.
- 2005
Das Keyboard II
The second generation Das Keyboard featured improved build quality and established the brand's identity in the mechanical keyboard market.
- 2005
The Original Das Keyboard
Das Keyboard was founded in Austin, Texas with a bold idea: a keyboard with no labels on the keys. The original Das Keyboard was born.
