Cannon Keys Sat75 X Review

In just three days, Cannon Keys will be launching its latest custom mechanical keyboard, a successor to the ever-popular and oh-so-influential Satisfaction 75. While that keyboard debuted at $400 back in 2019, the Sat75 X is a keyboard for a new generation. It trades the heavy aluminum of the original for an injection molded case, customizable gasket mounting, and a far more approachable $111 asking price. And surprise, surprise… this “entry level” keyboard has become one of my absolute favorites — and it’s not just because of the cute cat. 

Specifications

Current Price: Starting at $111 (Cannon Keys) 

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Where to Buy the Cannon Keys Sat75 X 

The Cannon Keys Sat75 X will be available for pre-order directly from Cannon Keys on August 15th. It will be available in three colors: Stratus Black (translucent), Octo Purple (translucent), and Cloud White (opaque). It will come with the case, PCB, silicone inserts, gaskets, and all of the accessories you’ll need to complete the build. Note that like most custom keyboard kits, it does not come with switches or keycaps, but does ship with Cherry clip-in stabilizers. 

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Cannon Keys Sat75 X — Design and Highlights

The Sat75 X is a 75% custom mechanical keyboard kit. It’s ostensibly aimed at newcomers to the hobby, but it also comes as a successor to the original Satisfaction 75 which launched to massive success back in 2019 and again with a second round in 2020. This was back when yours truly was just getting into the custom side of the mechanical keyboard hobby and, believe me, you couldn’t help but hear about it. 

The Satisfaction 75 was a hit and its impact is still being felt today. Because of its popularity and “end game” status to many hobbyists, it was one of the most influential keyboards in popularizing the 75% layout that is so incredibly popular today. Before the Satisfaction 75, the layout was out there,