MonsGeek M5W Hot-Swappable Barebone Keyboard Black
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Features
M5W
M5W is a full-sized south-facing Aluminium keyboard with 108 keys, making it a 100% barebone kit that boasts a multitude of function buttons and a numeric area. This feature-rich design enables users to type with convenience, making it suitable for gamers, office workers, programmers, and typists across various scenarios.
With its multi-mode connectivity options, including 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth, and USB-C wired connection, users are no longer limited in how they can connect. Say goodbye to restrictions and embrace the ultimate typing experience!
Note: The Silver (Domestic Version) does not come with separate screw-in Stabilisers.
- Multi-Mode
- 6000mAh Battery
- 5-Pin Hot-Swappable
- Customisable RGB
- N-Key Rollover
- Mac & Windows

M5W Multi-Mode
With its multi-mode connectivity options including 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth, and USB-C wired connection, you are no longer limited in how you can connect. Moreover, it supports storing up to 3 Bluetooth devices simultaneously.
2.4Ghz Wireless
M5W is equipped with a receiver that allows users to Utilise the 2.4GHz wireless mode, providing low latency suitable for gaming and typing purposes.
BT 5.0
M5W makes it easy to connect up to 3 devices with a simple Fn+E/R/T combination, enabling seamless switching between tablets, computers, and phones.
USB-C Wired Mode
M5W offers a choice for users who prefer a USB Type-C wired keyboard, ensuring consistent and rapid response times for FPS gaming and minimal input lag.

M5W - Full-Sized 108-Key Aluminium DIY Kit
This 100% percent 108-key mechanical keyboard barebone kit is equipped with a wide range of function buttons and numeric area for efficient data entry, allowing it to be used in various scenarios for gamers/ office workers / programmers / typists.
M Series QC Guide
Learn about what to expect with the order. MonsGeek provides its standard on how we manage Aluminium finishes during QC process. Click icon on the left to download.
Built-In 6000mAh Battery
With a high-capacity battery of around 6000mAh, users can enjoy prolonged periods of uninterrupted typing, gaming, or productivity without the need for constant recharging.

Side Accent
While M5W silver comes with golden accent, MonsGeek has picked the new silver accent on black models.

South-Facing PCB
The south-facing PCB of the M5W avoids causing interference with Cherry profile keycaps during Customisation, offering more compatibility and flexibility.

RGB Backlit
M5W Aluminium barebone can help you type in the dark with decent backlit. It has over 20 preset backlighting modes.
You can easily create and tailor your own lighting effects with the MonsGeek Cloud Driver, which offers over 16 million unique Colours per key, as well as adjustable brightness and animation speed level.
MonsGeek Driver
The key/lighting effects Customisation can be programmed by MonsGeek driver in all three modes.
In all three modes, the lighting effects can also achieve audio visualiser effects with MonsGeek driver.

Mac and Windows System Switch
- Top: Mac Wireless Mode (built-in power supply on)
- Middle: Default Windows Wired Mode (built-in power supply off)
- Bottom: Windows Wireless Mode (built-in power supply on)
Note: The switch is located under the CAPS key
PORON Plate Foam
M5W is equipped with PORON plate foam, effectively reducing the noise generated by key switches, ensuring a purer and more comfortable tactile sound experience for the keyboard.
Polycarbonate Plate
M5W Utilises a transparent PC plate to offer flexibility surpassing that of metal, while also reducing low-frequency resonance.
Plate-Mounted Stabilisers
M5W barebone Utilises purple plate-mounted Stabilisers, which effectively Minimises keycap wobbling.

3mm PORON Case Foam
MonsGeek M5W has undergone an upgrade, transitioning to Poron case foam with superior elasticity.
*Disclaimer: Using thicker foam may reduce flex, whether to include it or not is down to your personal preference
VHB Insulation Layer
A VHB insulation layer has been added to the bottom case in order to prevent any short-circuit issues. It’s rare for these issues to occur but we want to add extra protection.
Accessories to Play with
- Extra teflon pads included for users who wish to perform a force break mod.
- MonsGeek includes a 3mm PORON foam for a balanced feeling. Disclaimer: the foam will affect the overall sound profile and flex.
Specifications
| Model Number | 6975351384496 |
| Model | M5W (Multi-modes) Barebone |
| Colour | Black |
| Mount | Gasket |
| Case Material | Aluminium |
| Colour | Black |
| Connection | Wired & Bluetooth & 2.4G Wireless |
| Battery | 6000mAh |
| LED | RGB |
| Hotswap | Yes |
| Plate | PC |
| Plate Foam | Poron |
| Switch Pad | IXPE |
| Case Foam | Poron |
| Stabiliser | Pre-installed Plate Mount Stabiliser Separate Screw-in Stabilisers (for the International Version Black only) |
| Force Break Mod Stripes | Teflon Pads (not pre-installed) |
| QMK/VIA | No |
| Software | MonsGeek Driver |
| Cable | Coiled Cable |
| Size | 44.6 x 14.6 x 3.3cm |
| Barebone Weight | Around 2400g |