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title: "GravaStar Mercury K1 Gaming Keyboard (Gradient Black)"
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price: "€ 164.15"
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# 5-layer sound absorption Tri-mode connectivity 40gf actuation force GravaStar Mercury K1 Gaming Keyboard (Gradient Black)

**Brand:** gravastar
**Price:** € 164.15
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎮 Elevate your game with the Mercury K1 — where precision meets style and silence.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** GravaStar Mercury K1 Gaming Keyboard (Gradient Black) by gravastar
- **How much does it cost?** € 164.15 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/681709894-gravastar-mercury-k1-gaming-keyboard-gradient-black)

## Best For

- gravastar enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted gravastar brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Whisper-Quiet Gasket Mount:** Five layers of sound-absorbing foam and polycarbonate plate deliver a satisfying ‘thock’ while minimizing noise distractions.
- • **Seamless Tri-Mode Connectivity:** Switch effortlessly between USB-C wired, Bluetooth 5.0, and 2.4GHz wireless for ultimate multi-device versatility.
- • **Sleek Aluminum Alloy Exoskeleton:** Futuristic gradient black design that blends strength with lightweight comfort for marathon gaming and work sessions.
- • **Vibrant Customizable RGB Lighting:** Dual independent RGB zones with 16.8 million colors and 13 modes let you personalize your setup to stand out in any environment.
- • **Exclusive GravaStar x Kailh Linear Switches:** Ultra-responsive 40gf actuation with smooth 1.5mm travel for precision and lightning-fast keystrokes.

## Overview

The Mercury K1 Gaming Keyboard features a durable aluminum alloy gradient black frame, exclusive GravaStar x Kailh linear switches with 40gf actuation force, and a gasket-mounted design with five layers of sound-absorbing foam for a quiet, tactile typing experience. It supports tri-mode connectivity (USB-C, Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4GHz wireless) compatible with Windows and Mac, and offers fully customizable dual-zone RGB lighting with 16.8 million colors and 13 backlight modes, making it ideal for gamers and professionals seeking performance and style.

## Description

Mercury K1: mid-range model with comfortable rebound, soft typing feel and concentrated sound. Suitable for versatile use by gamers and professionals.

Review: Cool and high-quality keyboard, I will order more
Review: TL/DR: I have this and a Mercury K1 Pro, and they're both fantastic keyboards. They're terrific straight out of the box, with zero customization, but it's amazing how much you can change up the looks with a simple keycap swap (if desired). Battery life is fantastic - it feels endless if you forgo full RGB and just have keys light up as you type (40 hours default lighting, over 400 with no RGB). Just get one! -------- This is my second GravaStar keyboard. I love my GravaStar Mercury K1 Pro (kitted with KiiBoom Sweet Rebel MAO profile keycaps) SO much that I couldn't resist picking up the Sakura Pink Special Edition K1 to go with my "Pixel Meow" MAO profile keycap set. Yet again, I could NOT be more delighted - both with the keyboard itself, and with how it paired with my keycaps of choice. I've included a quick photo (excuse the bad lighting), but it looks SO much better in person! If the funky, "biomechanical" rear legs of the Pro model are too thematically strong for your tastes, or they clash aesthetically with preferred third party keycaps, the K1 offers a more adaptable appearance, as how the case is perceived will be strongly influenced by how you accessorize it. With the "retro Kawaii" Pixel Meow keycaps, especially with that beautiful Sakura Pink color I chose, the K1 just looks a bit fancy, given the biomechanical-looking bottom is hidden while the keyboard is actually in use. If you paired the keyboard with, say, "Pastel Goth" keycaps, the keyboard case would look edgy and enhance that vibe. I love that GravaStar has a detail-oriented approach to their keyboards. Unlike the (wonderful) matte finish on my black K1 Pro, the Sakura Pink K1 has a glossy, silky look and feel. I own more than twenty aluminum keyboards, and none of them have a finish like this. It's amazing! Interestingly, the volume rocker switch is in the same finish, instead of a metallic color, and I love how it feels to the touch. I was also impressed that GravaStar customized the dongle's plastic body, instead of using the typical, generic (cheaper) shape. My black K1 Pro has a black plastic dongle (with a style that matches the keyboard body - awesome for easy visual identification AND aesthetics), while my Sakura Pink K1 has an identical-looking dongle, except in white. I love that I can look at either dongle and instantly know which keyboard it goes to. Not just between the two keyboards, but out of my entire collection. The stock GravaStar-Kailh switches sound and feel wonderful, and look great through the translucent stock keycaps. The lighting isn't uniform, due to the opaque switch housing, which may bother some people, but for others, fully transparent switch housings may have made the RGB overkill. The typing sound/pitch did (unfortunately, to my tastes) get a bit higher with the MAO keycaps I installed on the keyboard vs. the stock, double-walled polycarbonate set, but it's still an incredible-sounding keyboard. In a direct comparison, my PBT MAO keycaps sound slightly disappointing compared to the stock keyboard. In actual, ongoing use, the keyboard simply sounds delicious. The keyboard is so well-tuned that I don't think you could make it sound bad unless you really tried. I did change out some of the OEM switches - only the ones under the see-through polycarbonate Pixel Meow keycaps - for ones with a clear housing; I happened to have the switches on hand, but the stock switches wouldn't have looked bad, just (imho) not quite as good. Instead of having full-time RGB, I opted for the setting where a section of keys briefly lights up as you type. The default color for that was white, but I downloaded and used the proprietary software to set the effect to a light pink. With a firmware update (available on GravaStar's site) you can disable the LED logo screen's RGB, but the software does not appear to allow you to set a static color of your choice. By default, the LED logo acts as an indicator light, changing from RGB (default) to white (CapsLock). If you prefer, however, you can disable the indicator function with FN+CapsLock. I also couldn't see a software option to customize the RGB color for the outer frame, although the onboard settings offer decent flexibility. They unfortunately just don't have a very pale pink color option, despite the keyboard being pale pink. Having said that, I don't actually have the border/ambient RGB on when using the keyboard in wireless mode - which is always, unless I need to charge the battery (which hasn't happened, yet). Battery life feels infinite this way; I still haven't had to charge my K1 Pro, either, after two months, as it's at 70 percent. Unlike most manufacturers, GravaStar didn't stint on the non-pro keyboard's batteries. The K1 Pro and K1 both use the same, huge, 8000mAh batteries. GravaStar support is also great, which I discovered when I had some questions about the keyboard. I will tell you now, if you buy the keyboard on desertcart (US), GravaStar wants you to communicate through GravaStar US, which you can do here on desertcart. Customer support got back to me within 24 hours during our back-and-forth discussion, were very customer service oriented, and both kind and professional. If you've had your eye on a GravaStar keyboard, especially with Prime Day around the corner, seriously, just buy one. They're truly fantastic!

## Features

- Futuristic Design The Mercury K1 features a unique aluminum alloy exoskeleton with a black gradient that combines strength and lightness in its flowing curves. This design provides symmetrical stability, ideal for intense gaming and comfortable typing.
- Custom GravaStar x Kailh Linear Switches: equipped with exclusive GravaStar x Kailh linear switches, the K1 provides a smooth and responsive typing experience. With an actuation force of 40gf, a forward travel of 1.5 mm and a total travel of 3.5 mm, these switches ensure fast responses and minimise accidental keystrokes.
- GASKET MOUNTED DESIGN WITH SOUND ABSORBENT The keyboard's gasket-mounted structure, combined with a flexible polycarbonate plate, absorbs impact vibration and dampens every keystroke. Five layers of sound-absorbing foam improve acoustics and reduce noise, providing a comfortable typing experience during longer sessions.
- Tri-mode connectivity: The Mercury K1 supports wired USB-C, Bluetooth 5.0 and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity, allowing seamless switching between devices. Compatibility with Windows and Mac systems ensures versatility for different setups.
- Customizable RGB Lighting & Software Personalization Featuring two independent RGB lighting systems with 16.8 million colors, the K1 offers 13 customizable backlight modes. Users can personalize the appearance and features of their keyboard via specialized software and customize the experience to their style and gaming setup.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0DFXV6ZPM |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Batteries | 1 A batteries required. (included) |
| Best Sellers Rank | #453 in Videogames ( See Top 100 in Videogames ) #34 in PC Gaming Keyboards |
| Brand | Gravastar |
| Color | Colour gradient black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (906) |
| Date First Available | 26 October 2024 |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Item Weight | 1.06 Kilograms |
| Item model number | Mercury K1 |
| Lithium Battery Energy Content | 8000 Watt Hours |
| Lithium Battery Packaging | Batteries contained in equipment |
| Lithium Battery Weight | 8.9 Grams |
| Manufacturer | ZhuoYe ChuangYi Co.Ltd |
| Number Of Lithium Ion Cells | 1 |
| Number of Batteries | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 34.3 x 15.6 x 4.6 cm; 1.06 kg |
| Series | K1 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Gravastar
- **Compatible devices:** Desktop, Laptop
- **Connectivity technology:** Wi-Fi
- **Keyboard description:** Gaming
- **Recommended uses for product:** gaming

## Images

![GravaStar Mercury K1 Gaming Keyboard (Gradient Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6144lt2l5JL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***A on 24 December 2025*

Cool and high-quality keyboard, I will order more

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by Z***. on 18 September 2025*

TL/DR: I have this and a Mercury K1 Pro, and they're both fantastic keyboards. They're terrific straight out of the box, with zero customization, but it's amazing how much you can change up the looks with a simple keycap swap (if desired). Battery life is fantastic - it feels endless if you forgo full RGB and just have keys light up as you type (40 hours default lighting, over 400 with no RGB). Just get one! -------- This is my second GravaStar keyboard. I love my GravaStar Mercury K1 Pro (kitted with KiiBoom Sweet Rebel MAO profile keycaps) SO much that I couldn't resist picking up the Sakura Pink Special Edition K1 to go with my "Pixel Meow" MAO profile keycap set. Yet again, I could NOT be more delighted - both with the keyboard itself, and with how it paired with my keycaps of choice. I've included a quick photo (excuse the bad lighting), but it looks SO much better in person! If the funky, "biomechanical" rear legs of the Pro model are too thematically strong for your tastes, or they clash aesthetically with preferred third party keycaps, the K1 offers a more adaptable appearance, as how the case is perceived will be strongly influenced by how you accessorize it. With the "retro Kawaii" Pixel Meow keycaps, especially with that beautiful Sakura Pink color I chose, the K1 just looks a bit fancy, given the biomechanical-looking bottom is hidden while the keyboard is actually in use. If you paired the keyboard with, say, "Pastel Goth" keycaps, the keyboard case would look edgy and enhance that vibe. I love that GravaStar has a detail-oriented approach to their keyboards. Unlike the (wonderful) matte finish on my black K1 Pro, the Sakura Pink K1 has a glossy, silky look and feel. I own more than twenty aluminum keyboards, and none of them have a finish like this. It's amazing! Interestingly, the volume rocker switch is in the same finish, instead of a metallic color, and I love how it feels to the touch. I was also impressed that GravaStar customized the dongle's plastic body, instead of using the typical, generic (cheaper) shape. My black K1 Pro has a black plastic dongle (with a style that matches the keyboard body - awesome for easy visual identification AND aesthetics), while my Sakura Pink K1 has an identical-looking dongle, except in white. I love that I can look at either dongle and instantly know which keyboard it goes to. Not just between the two keyboards, but out of my entire collection. The stock GravaStar-Kailh switches sound and feel wonderful, and look great through the translucent stock keycaps. The lighting isn't uniform, due to the opaque switch housing, which may bother some people, but for others, fully transparent switch housings may have made the RGB overkill. The typing sound/pitch did (unfortunately, to my tastes) get a bit higher with the MAO keycaps I installed on the keyboard vs. the stock, double-walled polycarbonate set, but it's still an incredible-sounding keyboard. In a direct comparison, my PBT MAO keycaps sound slightly disappointing compared to the stock keyboard. In actual, ongoing use, the keyboard simply sounds delicious. The keyboard is so well-tuned that I don't think you could make it sound bad unless you really tried. I did change out some of the OEM switches - only the ones under the see-through polycarbonate Pixel Meow keycaps - for ones with a clear housing; I happened to have the switches on hand, but the stock switches wouldn't have looked bad, just (imho) not quite as good. Instead of having full-time RGB, I opted for the setting where a section of keys briefly lights up as you type. The default color for that was white, but I downloaded and used the proprietary software to set the effect to a light pink. With a firmware update (available on GravaStar's site) you can disable the LED logo screen's RGB, but the software does not appear to allow you to set a static color of your choice. By default, the LED logo acts as an indicator light, changing from RGB (default) to white (CapsLock). If you prefer, however, you can disable the indicator function with FN+CapsLock. I also couldn't see a software option to customize the RGB color for the outer frame, although the onboard settings offer decent flexibility. They unfortunately just don't have a very pale pink color option, despite the keyboard being pale pink. Having said that, I don't actually have the border/ambient RGB on when using the keyboard in wireless mode - which is always, unless I need to charge the battery (which hasn't happened, yet). Battery life feels infinite this way; I still haven't had to charge my K1 Pro, either, after two months, as it's at 70 percent. Unlike most manufacturers, GravaStar didn't stint on the non-pro keyboard's batteries. The K1 Pro and K1 both use the same, huge, 8000mAh batteries. GravaStar support is also great, which I discovered when I had some questions about the keyboard. I will tell you now, if you buy the keyboard on Amazon (US), GravaStar wants you to communicate through GravaStar US, which you can do here on Amazon. Customer support got back to me within 24 hours during our back-and-forth discussion, were very customer service oriented, and both kind and professional. If you've had your eye on a GravaStar keyboard, especially with Prime Day around the corner, seriously, just buy one. They're truly fantastic!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by V***R on 7 July 2025*

Very clickable <3

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