This stuff is glorious! - Glorious GMMK 2 + Numpad
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Play Enlisted for FREE on PC, Xbox Series X|S and PS5: enplay.link Follow the link to download the game and get your exclusive bonus now. See you in battle! We got a box full of GMMK keyboards and accessories, so we had Plouffe take a look at some of them to see if these peripherals are glorious or if you should stick to your Amazon basics keyboard. Buy a GMMK 2 Keyboard: lmg.gg Purchases made through some store links may provide some compensation to Linus Media Group. Want us to unbox something? Make a suggestion at lmg.gg ► SUBSCRIBE ON FLOATPLANE: floatplane.com ► GET MERCH: lttstore.com ► AFFILIATES, SPONSORS & REFERRALS: lmg.gg ► PODCAST GEAR: lmg.gg ► SUPPORT US ON FLOATPLANE: floatplane.com FOLLOW US ELSEWHERE --------------------------------------------------- Twitter: twitter.com Instagram: @shortcircuityt TikTok: @linustech Facebook: @ShortCircuitYT CHAPTERS --------------------------------------------------- 0:00 We've got a lot here 0:23 Coiled Cable 1:53 Wooden wrist rest 2:28 Numpad/Macro Pad 4:38 GMMK 2 Keyboard unboxing 5:23 Sponsor - Enlisted 5:51 First impressions 7:13 Barebones or pre-built? 7:53 Included switch impressions 8:19 Cable pains 9:19 Typing test and impressions 10:15 Weight and overall thoughts on the keyboard/numpad 11:41 Outro
The video showcases a large collection of Glorious peripherals centered around the GMMK 2 family and a separate numpad, starting with an unboxing of multiple components. The presenter examines a coiled red USB-C cable, noting that although the coil looks stylish, coils can sit off center and may not lay perfectly flat depending on where purchased. He explains typical USB cable length constraints and demonstrates how the cable can be managed on the desk, including how the aviator-style five-pin connector feels and functions primarily as an aesthetic touch. A wooden wrist rest is evaluated next, with observations about its build quality, grip, and the way it stays fixed on the desk thanks to rubber feet. The white and black aluminum numpads are then opened and inspected, highlighting their CNC aluminum construction, programmability with keys, knobs, sliders, RGB, and embedded Glorious branding, plus how the devices can be configured for different macro setups. Throughout, the emphasis remains on how these accessories integrate with the GMMK 2 ecosystem and whether they justify their premium feel through build quality and feature set.
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Questions answered
- What makes the Glorious GMMK 2 and its numpad appealing for keyboard enthusiasts?
- The combination offers modularity, hot swap switches, CNC aluminum construction, programmable keys, and an option to customize with a knob and slider. The aesthetic details like embossed Glorious branding and RGB lighting, plus a wood wrist rest, add to its appeal for builders who value build quality and customization.
- Are the accessories like coiled cables worth the extra cost?
- Viewers have mixed opinions. Some find the coiled cables stylish and desirable for customization, while others feel they are overpriced and question their practicality. The decision depends on how much value you place on aesthetics versus function and budget.