SteelSeries Apex RAW Gaming keyboard (64121)

SteelSeries Apex is designed to give you everything you want and more. With sleek lines and style, the Apex leaves nothing to be desired. Enjoy 88 more ways to win with 22 macro keys each capable of up to 4 macro layers. SteelSeries ActiveZone lighting delivers 5 independent color zones, each capable of 16.8 millions colors for style and function. Set unique colors for each of your macro layers enabling you to not only recognize your current layer faster, but also locate groups of keys with ease. The Apex also includes a few extras like integrated USB hub, independent media keys, and a braided nylon cable.

SteelSeries Apex [RAW] follows in the footsteps of our other [RAW] products and delivers only the essentials for victory. Featuring brilliant white illumination with 8 levels of intensity, the Apex [RAW} has 17 macro keys that are each capable of up to 2 layers.

Both keyboards deliver features like raised macro keys for fast key combinations, tactile bumps on the W key to help you find WASD faster, swappable rubber feet for the most comfortable angle, and anti-ghosting of up to 6 simultaneous keypresses of 20 frequently used gaming keys. And of course, both keyboards are supported by our legendary software, SteelSeries Engine.

THE STEELSERIES APEX
Introducing the SteelSeries Apex [RAW], a gaming keyboard designed to enable users to react quickly, move effortlessly, and customize its performance for every game. Effortlessly navigate your way around the keyboard with raised macro keys, and a unique W-key with tactile bumps for improved WASD speed, along with the visual support of bright white illumination.

RAISED MACRO KEYS
The macro keys above the F-keys feature a raised design that allow you to locate them without looking and execute devastatingly fast key combinations. Simply swipe your finger down from the macro key onto the F-key for quick key combinations.

LIGHT ‘EM UP
Find your way in the dark and locate your macros with brilliant white illumination featuring 8 levels of intensity.

SUPERIOR ANTI-GHOSTING
The SteelSeries Apex and Apex [RAW] gaming keyboards support anti-ghosting for 20 keys located in the most-used gaming areas on the keyboard. Out of these 20 capable keys, users can press up to 6 of them simultaneously, allowing those key presses to register and without locking the keyboard.

DISABLE WINDOWS KEY
Simply hold down the SteelSeries key and tap the Windows key to disable it. This simple key combination will disable and enable the windows key without the need for software or complicated menus.

SUPERIOR DESIGN
Apex [RAW] is made up of sleek lines and low-profile keys that bring together beautiful form and optimized function.

34 MORE WAYS TO WIN
The Apex [RAW] features 17 independent macros keys that are each capable of up to 2 layers. This equates to 34 potential macros.

THE STEELSERIES KEY
The special SteelSeries key on the right hand side of the key lard allows you to access special functions like disabling the Windows key.
With the Apex, we left the windows key on the left side of the keyboard for commands and shortcuts that are frequently used when not gaming.

FASTER RETURN TO WASD
Small bumps on the W-key provides a faster return to WASD. When you quickly have to type a message or execute a command, we want to make sure that you find your way back to WASD as quickly as possible without having to look.

EXTRA ARROWS
We added two arrow keys for a bit of extra directional convenience.

LAYER SELECT BUTTONS
Switch between macro layers quickly and easily thanks to 2 quick-access keys on the upper left corner that allow you to select your desired macro layer.

PLUG, PLAY, WIN
There’s no need to install software of any kind in order to use the Apex [RAW]. Without software many features will work including disabling of the windows key and more. However, for the full experience and for the gamers who want really advanced customization options, the Apex [RAW] is supported by SteelSeries Engine technology.

Technical Details

Model

Brand : Steel Series
Model : 64121

Specifications

FEATURES
Low profile keys : Yes
Backlight color : Bright white at 8 levels
Anti-ghosting : 6 simultaneous keypresses of 20 antighosting capable gaming keys
Macro keys : 17
Macro layers : 2
W-key with tactile bump : Yes
Media keys : Through modifier key
Adjustable keyboard tilt : Two angles (7° & 10°)
SteelSeries Engine support : Yes
Surface material/treatment : Textured/Glossy
Rubber dome keys : 5 mill. keystrokes
OS compatability : Windows, OS X, & Linux