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product_id: 170688764
title: "Glorious Gaming GMMK Compact 60%, Barebones (Frame Only) - Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Per Key RGB, Hotswap & Customisable, American/ANSI Layout - Black"
brand: "glorious pc gaming race"
price: "$206.01"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/170688764-glorious-gaming-gmmk-compact-60-barebones-frame-only-mechanical-gaming
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# Hot-swappable switches for instant customization Per-key RGB lighting with dynamic effects Full aluminum top plate for premium durability Glorious Gaming GMMK Compact 60%, Barebones (Frame Only) - Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Per Key RGB, Hotswap & Customisable, American/ANSI Layout - Black

**Brand:** glorious pc gaming race
**Price:** $206.01
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Build your dream keyboard, one switch at a time.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Glorious Gaming GMMK Compact 60%, Barebones (Frame Only) - Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Per Key RGB, Hotswap & Customisable, American/ANSI Layout - Black by glorious pc gaming race
- **How much does it cost?** $206.01 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/170688764-glorious-gaming-gmmk-compact-60-barebones-frame-only-mechanical-gaming)

## Best For

- glorious pc gaming race enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted glorious pc gaming race brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Vibrant Per-Key RGB:** Customize every key’s glow with powerful onboard controls or intuitive software.
- • **Robust Build Quality:** Aluminum top plate and ABS bottom deliver a satisfying sound and long-lasting durability.
- • **Sleek Minimalist Design:** Compact 60% layout maximizes desk space while maintaining a professional aesthetic.
- • **Plug & Play Switch Swapping:** No soldering needed—upgrade your feel in seconds with hot-swappable sockets.
- • **Universal Keycap Compatibility:** Fits most MX-style keycaps so you can craft a keyboard as unique as your workspace.

## Overview

The Glorious GMMK Compact 60% Barebones keyboard is a sleek, customizable mechanical keyboard frame featuring hot-swappable switch sockets, per-key RGB lighting, and compatibility with a wide range of MX-style switches and keycaps. Its compact ANSI layout and premium aluminum construction make it perfect for professionals seeking a personalized, high-performance typing experience.

## Description

Glorious Gaming GMMK Compact 60%, Barebones (Frame Only) - Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Per Key RGB, Hotswap & Customisable, American/ANSI Layout - Black

## Features

- Build Your Own Keyboard: As the first Hot Swappable RGB gaming keyboard, GMMK features hot swap switch sockets so you can plug in and out switches easily. No need for soldering or fancy tools. Featuring per-key RGB illumination, fully customizable with our GMMK Software. Major RGB patterns can be set from the keyboard hotkeys directly without software.
- Compatible Mechanical Switches: GMMK is hotswap compatible with a wide range of 3-pin, plate-mounted mechanical switches, including Gateron, Kailh, and most MX switches.
- Customize Your Keycaps: A standard layout, with standard sized bottom row makes GMMK compatible with most MX-style keycaps. Shop your Glorious look, or use 3rd party keysets to design your own desktop show-piece. The full aluminum metal top plate and ABS plastic bottom plate make the build perfect for fine-tuning the sound - be it clacky or thocky.
- Minimalistic Design: Enjoy a gaming keyboard that cares about the lines and look of your desktop. The GMMK is designed to use the least amount of space, even the LED indicators are designed to be discreet.
- Keyboard layout: American / ANSI. Layout may differ from the product images.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Glorious |
| Product Dimensions | 29.3 x 10.3 x 4.4 cm; 590 g |
| Item model number | GMMK-COMPACT-RGB |
| Manufacturer | Glorious |
| Series | GMMK |
| Colour | Black |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Power Source | USB |
| Hardware Platform | Laptop, PC |
| Operating System | Windows 10 |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Item Weight | 590 g |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Glorious
- **Compatible devices:** Laptop, PC
- **Connectivity technology:** USB-A
- **Keyboard description:** Gaming
- **Recommended uses for product:** Business, Everyday Use, Gaming, Student
- **Special feature:** Backlit, Hot-Swappable, Hotkeys and Media Keys, Integrated Stand
- **Colour:** Black
- **Keyboard backlighting colour support:** RGB
- **Style:** American Barebones
- **Product dimensions:** 29.3L x 10.3W x 4.4H centimetres

## Images

![Glorious Gaming GMMK Compact 60%, Barebones (Frame Only) - Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Per Key RGB, Hotswap & Customisable, American/ANSI Layout - Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81OUPpeUMML.jpg)
![Glorious Gaming GMMK Compact 60%, Barebones (Frame Only) - Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Per Key RGB, Hotswap & Customisable, American/ANSI Layout - Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81jx1adE1eL.jpg)
![Glorious Gaming GMMK Compact 60%, Barebones (Frame Only) - Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Per Key RGB, Hotswap & Customisable, American/ANSI Layout - Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61DhYf1QhbL.jpg)
![Glorious Gaming GMMK Compact 60%, Barebones (Frame Only) - Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Per Key RGB, Hotswap & Customisable, American/ANSI Layout - Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/415Ih-feplL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Colour Name, Size Name, Style Name** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this the uk layout?**
A: Yes, this is the UK layout.

**Q: What USB connector does this use?**
A: micro-USB (keyboard) to USB-A (computer)

**Q: Is this the updated model that comes with usb type-c and updated stabilizers?**
A: Not sure about the stabilizers, but it is USB-C

**Q: Is this the usb type c version?**
A: The one I purchased a couple of weeks ago was the USB type C version.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value for a custom keyboard
*by J***I on 28 September 2020*

Being new to mechanical keyboards, I did not want to buy a keyboard with switches that I did not like. I ended up getting this GMMK TKL ISO layout keyboard, and then bought 10 different packs of switches from different sellers. It allowed me to try 10 keys of each on the actual keyboard for a more genuine test than a single switch.Through the testing, I came to the conclusion that Kailh Box Heavy Pale Blues are the ones that I really like, despite initially thinking that I was going to end up with a tactile switch.The board is pretty solid. There's a slight metallic twang when you're typing away, which happens with all switches, regardless of colour. I think it's because it is a solid piece of metal, and the vibrations just make a sound. It's not too loud, or obnoxious, but it's certainly there.The cable is long, and feels very solid. Yes, it is MicroUSB, but you get a cable in the box, so what's the problem?One review on YouTube stated that the lights were a bit less intensive than they would have liked, but I find that there is ample brightness on the LEDs, particularly with pudding caps (HyperX do black-on-white UK layout pudding keycaps - unfortunately ABS rather than PBT, but still great).The software for controlling macros and lighting is okay. It's pretty straightforward. The macros are simple ones, but they work.All in all, a great keyboard!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An excellent base for building your desired keyboard
*by M***H on 25 September 2022*

I have been switching out keyboards every few months for a couple of years now and can never quite find the 'perfect' keyboard for me. I decided to go the whole hog in the end and build one to match my requirements and this barebones ISO layout is the perfect starting point. It is very solidly built, heavy enough but not too heavy, USB-C connectivity, adjustable feet to raise the board if desired and excellent RGB. I installed a combination of Gateron Brown switches (quiet, non-clicky with a really positive feel) and Akko Jelly Pink switches for function keys which give a slightly different but very positive feedback. Finished off with the keycaps from a Cooler Master SK652 keyboard which are low profile and have a very clear and backlit font. The SK652 is a fabulous keyboard but just too big (there isn't a TKL version available unfortunately) so by utilising the keycaps from this keyboard I feel I am still paying homage to this excellent board :-). I now have what I would consider the closest to perfect keyboard I could hope for (and I have used MANY over the last 15 years!) and all this is made possible by the fantastic GMMK TKL ISO base!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love to see a barebones in ISO layout
*by J***S on 2 December 2023*

It's great to be able to get a TKL barebones in ISO layout. The aluminium plate is absolutely solid and I don't get any ping from it. The LEDs are bright enough IMO. Overall I am very happy, though I have the following complaints:1. The software is pretty limited and poor2. The hotswap sockets don't support 5 pin switches so you'd have to clip them. Why not add the holes?3. It's hard to remove the front plate from the PCB which is a pain if you want to e.g. do PE foam mod4. There's hardly any space in the body of the keyboard which means you can't really add any sound absorbing material in there. There's a piece of very thin foam which helps the sound a bit but it would be nice for the body to be deeper so you could add more material to affect the soundOverall though it's great and I'm super happy with it especially for the price.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Glorious Custom Gaming Keyboard - GMMK 60% Percent Compact Barebone - USB C Wired Mechanical Keyboard Kit - RGB Hot Swappable Switches & Keycaps - Black Metal Top Plate
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*Last updated: 2026-02-21*