RAE Adamas R2 Mechanical Keyboard

The RAE Adamas R2 Desert Taupe features several refinements over the first round. Notably, it has a redesigned internal weight for a fresh look inside, improved case mounting with angled screw placements to minimize assembly scuffs, and an updated diamond badge with inverted lines on the back. These enhancements maintain the board’s signature sound and feel while offering a more polished user experience.

The Adamas R2 uses a 65% layout, which means it strikes a great balance between compactness and functionality. You get dedicated arrow keys and a cluster of navigation keys, without the bulk of a full-size keyboard—perfect for both gaming and productivity.

Yes, the RAE Adamas R2 Desert Taupe comes with a custom Mechlovin’ Zed65 PCB. It’s available in both solder and hotswap versions, and it fully supports QMK and VIA, giving you broad flexibility for key remapping, macros, and lighting customization.

This keyboard boasts a high-quality build, featuring a 6063 anodized aluminum case, copper internal and external weights for added heft and stability, and a striking copper badge on the back. The plate is made from anodized aluminum, ensuring both durability and a premium typing feel.

Absolutely! The keyboard is equipped with a top-sided USB-C port for modern connectivity, making it compatible with most devices and allowing for fast, reliable data transfer.

The Adamas R2 is designed with a 7.8° typing angle, which helps reduce wrist strain during longer typing sessions. The front height measures 19.5mm, striking a comfortable balance between ergonomics and aesthetics.

Yes, the RAE Adamas R2 supports optional add-ons, including different plates and gaskets. This allows you to fine-tune the typing feel and sound profile to your personal preference.

When unbuilt, the keyboard weighs approximately 1.5 kg, and when fully built, it’s around 1.85 kg. The substantial weight, aided by the copper weights, helps keep the keyboard stable during use.

With your keyboard, you’ll receive the top and bottom case, internal and external weights, the signature badge, a Mechlovin’ Zed65 PCB (solder or hotswap), a full aluminum plate, a set of gaskets (with extras), dome feet, a screw set (with extras), an authentication card, a specifications card, a cleaning cloth, a hard carrying case, and a soft keyboard pouch.

Desert Taupe is a returning color due to popular demand. Its subtle, earthy tone gives the keyboard a timeless and versatile look that fits a wide range of desk setups.