What makes the Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody unique?

The Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody stands out with its ocean-inspired aesthetic, featuring a soothing blue and white color scheme. It combines functionality with style, offering a hotswap PCB and double silicone sound dampening pads for a quiet and customizable typing experience.

Can I use the Sea Melody with my Mac?

Yes, the Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody is compatible with Mac, as well as Windows and Linux. Its versatile design ensures it can be seamlessly integrated into any setup.

Does this keyboard have backlighting?

Indeed, the Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody features a subtle white LED backlight, providing an elegant glow that enhances visibility without being distracting.

How customizable is the Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody?

The keyboard features a hotswap PCB, allowing you to easily switch out the Cherry MX Silent Red switches without soldering. However, it is not QMK or VIA compatible, so software-based customization options are limited.

What is the keycap material on the VPH87 Sea Melody?

The Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody uses dye-sublimated PBT keycaps. These keycaps are known for their durability and resistance to wear, ensuring your keyboard looks great for a long time.

Is the keyboard adjustable?

Yes, the Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody features a 2-step kickstand, allowing you to adjust the typing angle to your preference for maximum comfort.

How does the cable management work on this keyboard?

The VPH87 Sea Melody includes a 3-way cord channel, giving you the flexibility to route the USB-C cable to exit from the left, right, or middle of the keyboard, helping to keep your desk tidy.

What layout does the Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody use?

This keyboard follows the ANSI layout with a US QWERTY logical layout, making it a familiar choice for many users in the United States.

Are there multimedia keys on the VPH87 Sea Melody?

No, the Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody does not include dedicated multimedia keys, maintaining a clean and minimalist tenkeyless design.

Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody Starting at $151.99

Name: Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody
Brand: Varmilo

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Model	Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody	Keychron Q1 HE	Keychron K2 HE
	64	100	99
Rating	0.0 stars (0 reviews)	4.0 stars (34 reviews)	4.6 stars (69 reviews)
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Main differences	Has Linear, Clicky, Silent switch options Available in a 80% layout Built with the ANSI layout standard Uses a Plate Mount mounting style Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity Made with a Plastic case Features PBT keycaps Offers Yes, White RGB lighting	Released in 2023 Has Magnetic, Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options Built with the ISO, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-IT, ISO-DE, ANSI, JIS layout standard Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless, Wired only connectivity Weighs about 4000 g Sized at 23 x 145 x 328 mm Made with a Aluminum case Features PBT, ABS, keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face, White, White South-face RGB lighting	Has Linear, Magnetic switch options Built with the ANSI, ISO, ISO-UK, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-CH, ISO-Nordic, JIS layout standard Uses a Tray Mount mounting style Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity Weighs about 1743 g Sized at 30 x 127 x 41 mm Made with a Aluminum, Wood, ABS, Resin case Features PBT, ABS, PC keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb, North-face, Rgb North-face, White, White North-face RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 56 Build Quality: 55.9 Productivity: 79.5 Customizability: 65.5 Portability: 61.2	Scores Performance: 100 Build Quality: 90 Productivity: 96.9 Customizability: 99.5 Portability: 81.1	Scores Performance: 93.3 Build Quality: 90.8 Productivity: 96.9 Customizability: 99.6 Portability: 81.3
Name	Name Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody	Name Keychron Q1 HE	Name Keychron K2 HE
Release year	Release year 2024	Release year 2023	Release year 2024
Switch Options	Switch Options Linear, Clicky, Silent	Switch Options Magnetic, Linear, Tactile, Clicky	Switch Options Linear, Magnetic
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 80%	Layout Size 75%	Layout Size 75%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ISO, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-IT, ISO-DE, ANSI, JIS	Layout Standard ANSI, ISO, ISO-UK, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-CH, ISO-Nordic, JIS
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support	Display Support	Display Support
Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys
USB-C	USB-C	USB-C	USB-C
USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough
Connection	Connection Wired, Wired only	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless, Wired only	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate -	Polling Rate 1000 Hz;8000 Hz	Polling Rate 1000 Hz
Battery capacity	Battery capacity -	Battery capacity 4000 mAh	Battery capacity 4000 mAh
Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support
QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support
VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support
VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support
N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger
Mount Style	Mount Style Plate Mount	Mount Style Gasket Mount	Mount Style Tray Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight White	Backlight Rgb, South-face, White, White South-face	Backlight Rgb, North-face, White
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material Plastic	Case Material Aluminum	Case Material Aluminum, Wood, ABS, Resin
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material PBT, ABS,	Keycaps Material PBT, ABS, PC
Dimensions	Dimensions -	Dimensions 23 x 145 x 328 mm	Dimensions 30 x 127 x 41 mm
Weight	Weight -	Weight 4000g	Weight 1743g

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Product Description

The Varmilo VPH87 Sea Melody is a tenkeyless mechanical keyboard suited for users who want a compact layout with quiet, smooth keypresses and some customization flexibility. It fits well for office typists or home users who prefer a smaller footprint without sacrificing key quality. Its hotswap capability allows easy switch changes without soldering, making it a practical choice for hobbyists who like to experiment with switches.

Key Features

Hotswap PCB enables users to replace switches without soldering, simplifying customization and maintenance.
Double silicone sound dampening pads reduce typing noise and soften key impact, improving acoustics.
Dye-sub PBT keycaps offer durable legends that resist fading and provide a textured typing surface.
Three-way cord channel allows flexible cable routing from left, right, or center, helping with desk cable management.
White LED backlighting provides basic illumination for low-light use without complex lighting effects.
Two-step adjustable kickstands let users change typing angle for ergonomic comfort.

Build Quality

The keyboard uses a plastic case with plate-mounted switches, which offers solid key stability but is lighter than metal-bodied boards. Keycaps are made from PBT plastic, known for durability and resistance to shine over time. The overall construction balances portability with decent durability.

Typing Experience

Equipped with Cherry MX Silent Red switches, the VPH87 delivers a quiet, linear keypress suited for noise-sensitive environments. The sound dampening pads further reduce clatter, making it a good choice for office or shared spaces. The hotswap feature allows users to try different switches without soldering, though it does not support advanced firmware customization.

Compatibility

The keyboard supports Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems with a standard US QWERTY ANSI layout. It connects via USB-C cable only and does not include wireless options. Firmware customization through QMK or VIA is not supported, limiting remapping capabilities.

Trade-offs

No multimedia keys or dedicated function row, which may reduce convenience for some users.
Lacks built-in audio or microphone ports, so external solutions are necessary.
Backlighting is limited to white LEDs without RGB or customizable lighting effects.
No support for QMK or VIA firmware restricts advanced key remapping and macros.

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