Brutal60 B-Stock
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B-Stock Clearance Information
This deal only lasts as long as we have stock, and due to the limited nature of this sale all sales are final.
As these units are all B-Stock, and will have visible scratches or marks that can be seen when built. These issues should not impede function.
Like the regular Brutal60, this does not come with a PCB. The solder AN-Cv2 PCB and hotswap Instant60 are compatible with most layouts.
Add a PCB
Brutal60 does not come with a PCB by default, however we have hotswap PCBs you can add on! KeebsRGB is a per-key RGB hotswap PCB that works with WK Brutal60, and Instant60 Tsangan is a hotswap PCB that works with WKL/HHKB Brutal60.
Brutal60
The Brutal60 CNC aluminum keyboard in our Brutalist Series of in stock keyboards. The compatible PCBs available are QMK/VIA supported and USB-C, and the mounting style is a slightly modified top mount called Burger Mount. Burger Mount takes the evenness from top mount and uses o-rings on the mounting screws to make the typing experience slightly less harsh.
Just add keycaps, stabilizers, a PCB, and switches for a complete build!
Brutalist Series
Featuring Burger/Top-Mount internals, the Brutalist Series continues to offer a classic sound profile and feel.
Ever since its launch in 2019, this proven design has helped many take their first step along their custom keyboard journey.
Truly Custom
Whether novice or deep-in-the-hobby, our Brutalist Series offers a fun building experience with a fantastic end result.
Available in several form factors to fit any aesthetic and use case- Just add keycaps, stabilizers, and switches.
Specs
What's Included
What you need to complete your build
Unlike most of our Brutalist V1 Series, the Brutal60 does not come with a PCB. We do this to allow you to choose your own due to the large amount of 60% PCBs available. We offer the hotswap Instant60 PCB and the solder AN-Cv2 PCB as options to complete your build. If opting for a hotswap PCB, please make sure the layout is compatible with the Brutal60 you purchase.
If you are purchasing the Hotswap Instant60 PCB
- Instant60 Hotswap PCB
- 60-64 Switches depending on layout
- 4x2u + 1x7u or 1x6.25u stabilizers
- Compatible Keycaps
If you are purchasing the AN-Cv2 Solder PCB
- AN-Cv2 Solder PCB
- 60-64 Switches depending on layout
- 4x2u + 1x7u or 1x6.25u stabilizers
- Compatible Keycaps
Complete your build
Layout Support
Universal Plate Support
Photos Disclaimer
We use photos of our products in hand when possible to show how they look in realistic situations. Sometimes the product might look different within the same listing- this is generally caused by different lighting conditions. When possible, we try to use different lighting conditions to show what the product might look like in different scenarios.
Quality Disclaimer
The Brutal60 is a board aimed to stay within a budget, and maintain affordability. It's fully aluminum and anodized beautifully, but to achieve this price point, the quality bar is lower than some of our more "premium line" boards, such as the Satisfaction75 and Chimera65. Customers have been happy with the quality of the Brutal-line boards, but we like to communicate this prior to purchase.
In general, large defects to visible faces will make a board B stock. But minor issues, small issues that are only visible in just the right angle of lighting, or small dents or blemishes on the bottom of the case that are not visible when the keyboard is fully built and on the desk will not cause a B stock evaluation.
Keyboard cases that ship with keyboards are meant to protect keyboards during shipping. These keyboard cases are made to order to fit the keyboard precisely, and are limited in quantity. As such, we do not replace keyboard cases if the keyboard case arrives damaged. Ideally, no keyboard carrying case arrives damaged, but at times, couriers are rough with packages and damages can occur. In these instances, we offer customers a $5 coupon off their next order as compensation.
Customer Reviews
TL;DR
If you like a board, who cares what people think? It’s your board, and if you like it, that’s all that matters. I like this board in the config I had planned to use it in, and that’s all that matters.
PLEASE make sure to read the b-stock disclaimer. If you aren’t okay with having possibly visible nicks or scratches, a b-stock Brutal60 isn’t for you.
People might think “A board from 2019? Even for $75 for b-stock units, is it even worth it in 2024?”
Well, it depends. If you’re someone who compares spec sheets of boards, then no, a Brutal60 won’t win in the spec department versus, say, (insert budget board around the same price range here). There’s only one mounting option, it doesn’t come with a variety of dampening material (although it does come with some polyfill), and a PCB isn’t included. So, then why am I happy with this board that seemingly has been left behind in the dust when compared to modern offerings?
It’s because of preference, of course, and it’s because of me knowing the exact reasons why I wanted to buy this board.
I wanted a 60% aluminum board that I could foam up, was cheap, had a nice color, and was in-stock. I also have plenty of 60% USBs, my friend had leftover bottom case foam and an IXPE sheet for a Brutal60 (he sold his but kept the foams), and I wanted a green board to mount JCS Arabic on. I didn’t care about using the board foamless (it’s hollow sounding if you use it foamless or polyfill-less), I didn’t care about the latest and greatest innovation or multiple mounting systems, and I didn’t care about any crazy designs.
A simple, in-stock 60% aluminum board that I could foam up that could fit my 60% PCBs and that I could put JCS Arabic on. That was it. Could I have maybe gotten a QK60 on the aftermarket for the same price ($75 before shipping, $90 after taxes and shipping)? Sure! But I’ve always liked the “simplistic” look of the Brutalist series, and I’ve had good experiences with CannonKeys, so I decided to buy a b-stock variant of the Brutal60.
Aesthetics/Looks - Some may call it boring, but I like the look of this two-piece case keeb. Rounded edges, No flashy weight or art (besides the little cannon on the back of the case), just a simple, rugged 60%. Whether something is aesthetically pleasing or not is all based upon your preferences. If you don’t like the looks of the Brutal60, that’s fine! It isn’t everyone’s cup of tea.
In terms of the damage since it’s a b-stock unit and the disclaimer did state to expect external scratches or visual damage that could be seen when fully built, I lucked out. No scratches or nicks whatsoever externally, and only a few small ones on the inner sides of the bottom case, which can’t be seen when fully built. Now, this may not be EVERYONE’S experience, so be warned to expect external scratches, but I didn’t have any with this green unit.
The anodization is not as smooth as, say, a Neo65, but it’s also not as rough as, say, an ID67. For $75 ($90 after shipping and taxes for me)? Can’t complain with the anodization or finishing at all. No visible streaks, mismatched colors between the top and bottom case, no issues at all.
Feel - Honestly, I’ve typed on extremely stiff configurations as well as super flexy 1.2mm plateless configurations. Maybe it’s because I have no issues with my fingers, hands, or wrists (even though I don’t use a wrist rest). Maybe it’s because I’ve “suffered” through decades of typing on anything and everything that’s a keyboard. Meh, I’m not picky. I wouldn’t call this the stiffest typing experience (there is some give when pressing hard, but not really noticeable when typing normally), but it’s obviously not what I’d call a “flexy” or “bouncy” typing experience. I have no issues with the feel of this board. I love top mount, and have no issues with stiff typing experiences.
Sound - I came in fully intending on using bottom case foam, an IXPE sheet underneath my switches on top of the PCB, and force breaking the bottom case if needed. This did come with polyfill (although I have a lot from past builds where I’ve used polyfill), but I didn’t even bother trying to build this foamless or without any sort of dampening. There is a hollowness to the board if you do go foamless, which wasn’t my intention, so I didn’t bother trying to “prove a point” with trying to make this board sound good foamless.
I wanted the sound signature that using foam (specifically PE foam) gave, and I achieved it, so I’m happy. If you’re expecting a flawless foamless sound, this is not the board for you.
Miscellaneous - Maybe if I didn’t already have multiple 60% PCBs, switches, and my friend’s foams, I would not have bought this board, even for $75. But since I had all of that at my disposal, and I knew that I just wanted a simple 60% aluminum board, I’m happy. The sound signature is what I was aiming to achieve, it looks great with the green JCS Arabic keycaps, and I lucked out and got a unit without an...
