Megalodon Triple Knob Macro Pad Programmable Designer Mini Keyboard 16 Keys (Black)

I will preface this by saying I have searched and read reviews for a while before deciding on this one. Why did you pick this product vs others?: I chose this one because it has the features of the others, however; one thing stood out for me- the ability to program this without having to download a clunky app. You go directly to an https:// website and viola. Connectivity: It connects via USB C on the device and USB A to your pc. I would prefer to have a wireless option but a cable is the most stable. Once in the webpage- you link it and it brings up your device. Ease of use: So, for me, it wasn't difficult. But ai will mention this is not my first macro pad and I have been in IT for almost 20 years. I can see how it would be confusing to an unskilled user, but I assure you that you will catch on quickly. Keyboard quality: This came packaged very well. I have included pictures showing it. Very protected. Excellent care. The quality of this is great considering the cost. It is solid and has some weight to it. The keys have a nice feel and are hot swappable. Which I have already done as well. Functionality: Overall, if you are buying this to be more productive then you have found something that is quite useful. Automating tasks is a huge time saver for me. This little pad has the ability to save macros for 16 keys and 4 layers = 64 different macros. My longest thus far is approximately 20 keystrokes. The dials an also be programmed but I am not quite sure what I want to use them for yet. Should anything change in the future- the quality or issues that arise, I will update this review. But for now, I am super glad I got it and it has worked flawlessly since I first turned it on.

Best macropad on the market. If the amount of sales doesnt skew you then let me. More layers than ideas you can come up with to fill them up. To be clear there is 64 macros you can do total. I use them to help me with python codes I use a lot but the ideas are endless. You could use it for games, productivity, etc. Works in VIA without any updates. The button clicks are nice and satisfying. You can edit all the rgbs in VIA as well. The scroll wheels are awesome. Ive been using them for page scrolling, volume control, and the enter button. Construction is also high quality. The device is a lot heavier than I expected. Best value for the money. If you prefer buttons over a touch screen screendeck this is it.

Edit: two days later after dissembling the product, per their item directions, resetting, updating the firmware, and then rerunning Via this is running well. It's tactile and heavy. Do not buy if you're not a tinkerer who already has very small hex screwdrivers. Via was pretty easy to get running. Macros weren't too bad to set up. The knobs were the hardest part because you have to know the key codes but you can find that easily enough. I'm happy I got it, but less happy about having to disassemble to get it running. Original: Setup was a nightmare. I'm still not done. I can't get it to switch layers. I believe the keymap is shifted by 2, so layer 1 (actually Layer 0, but that's not how it's listed on the pad) on the pad is layer 3, but I have absolutely no idea what layer 0 and 1 map to because once I toggled the swap none of the keys are doing what I've programmed them to do. I'm going to reset it to factory and see if I can dig out the issue issue with it being shifted. Which means I have to take the back off (per the instructions on the Keebmonkey website). 2 stars gained for absolutely amazing build quality, feel, and the freaking awesome tactile knobs. Seriously. It is heavy enough that it won't go sliding around the desk. If I can get it to function with the layers in the right place I'll come back and update depending on how hard it is.

This little beauty made my book-editing work so much easier and faster. It's super high quality and works exactly as advertised, and the customization software gives me a lot of flexibility for using macros and shortcuts to speed up my work even more. I originally got this only to replicate the scroll wheel on a previous keyboard I had to replace, but very quickly all its buttons and dials became a necessary part of my work setup. Couldn't do my job as efficiently without it. I use the dials a lot—a LOT—so after about a year, one of dials stopped working (I think I stripped the metal grips inside the dial cover somehow), so I had to replace it. But I had gotten the extended warranty at purchase, so the unit was replaced without issue. It's so important to my work that I keep a spare on hand in case I wear out the one I'm using, but I'm still on that first replacement (so my second unit total, with one waiting in the wings). I also use a programmable layer for the light gaming that I do, and it works great for that too.

Out of the box, you get 782 Bytes of storage. It has something to do with the .json file that was installed on the device that gives it such low storage space. After searching online for ways to increase the space, I was able to get it up to 2,082 Bytes which isn't much better. I write complex macros that need a lot of space, sadly I've only been able to add 3 of these macro's to this device before I run out of space. It's really too bad, because the build quality is great. As for programming it, it's pretty simple when using VIA App online. After I installed a custom .json file, I was able to use Vial App, which I liked better.

Amazing, useful for a ton of stuff

Purchased this as controller to use Clip Studio Pro running in my Samsung tablet. Already came preloaded with 4 layers of keymaps for Ps, Ai, Premier and Blender plus the keyboard is VIA compatible and came with quick start guides, customization is a breeze. Came with many RGB effects to use and silent linear switches used for each key. Highly recommended keyboard.

Programming it was fairly easy. I use it every day. I've felt no need to change the switches. I quickly memorized my key programs without needing to put symbols on the keys. I use it for formatting academic notes, and it saves me a lot of time and hand strain.

Genau wie Beschrieben. Bisschen teuer, aber sehr hilfreich für Makros.

Quite possibly my favourite piece on my desk. Came with milky yellow switches (my favourite), works perfectly with VIA, with plenty of options