Cat lovers everywhere now have a must-have PC accessory for their holiday wishlist. The new Dry Studio Petbrick 65 isnβt just a keyboard for your gaming PC, but itβs also the worldβs βfirst fluffy custom mechanical keyboardβ according to its manufacturer, and itβs one of the most unique peripherals that Iβve ever seen.
When you look at the best gaming keyboards out there, youβll typically see a variety of different switch mechanisms and color schemes, but you probably wonβt see a full-on, feline-style fluffy cover. Ignore the floof, however, and the Petbrick 65 is a mechanical keyboard with an aluminum cover and a 65% form factor, the same as a Corsair K65 Plus Wireless, but with a very different style in mind.
On paper, this isnβt just a gimmick β there are some reasonable specs in this cat-themed device. The mechanical keyboard features a βpatented Leaf-Spring mountβ that includes two layers of sound-dampening foam, a custom crystal pink key switch, and an IXPE 8 key switch pad. Thereβs also built in RGB lighting which you can control using AM Master software.
Connectivity is decent, too, with the ability to connect using wired USB, Bluetooth, and 2.4GHz, supported by a built-in 5000mAh battery. The main appeal, however, is the outer shell, which features a fluffy, pet-able cover that surrounds the keyboard that Dry Studio suggests has a plush texture βsimilar to Jellycat toys.β
This one-of-a-kind mechanical gaming keyboard isnβt shipping just yet, but you can place your pre-order from the Dry Studio website using this link. There are two colorways available, with the Calico theme offering a brown, white, and black combination, while the Odd-eye theme is much darker, with black, blue, and yellow fur and keys. Dry Studio is also planning further colors, with pink, green, and gray options shown online.
At $239, however, this isnβt a budget keyboard β itβs $40 more than the current retail price for the Razer Huntsman V2, a top spec, full-size alternative. However, this isnβt a keyboard youβd necessarily pick up for the specs alone. Itβs specifically designed with cat lovers in mind, or for those who just want to embrace the fluffy vibe for their next PC build. If thatβs the case, then itβs arguably priceless.
Not a big feline fan? There are other ways for your keyboard to make a statement on your desk. Check out our best RGB keyboard guide for some multi-colored alternatives thatβll look great while you boss through your next gaming session.
