I purchase the Ultimate keyboard at my local Fry 's electronics store . unfourtunately it be a open box item and I despise that type of item but be the last one and I could not be bother to go to a different store . I open the item and check it closely for any scratch , ding , key broken\/mixed , etc. . it look as if it be not use . note the box look very use . prior history : I have look over many `` gaming keyboard '' produce by various company . the g11 by logitech look like it would suit my need and have alot of Macro key as well . when I use it , it feel a bit cheap and I could not stand how far to the leave it extend as I miss my esc key alot due to it . aside from that the vengence by Corsair be nice , I like the seperate color key , but it do not fit the aesthetics I want . I want a sleek keyboard , with loud click like 80 's style keyboard -lrb- as I really enjoy the sound -rrb- , backlit key , and macro key . there be a standard keyboard on sale that sound great , but no macro key : -lrb- Currently : I have be use this keyboard for a little over 2 week , I have customize the key to fit my need -lrb- cap lock disabled and set for a Ventrilo Push to talk button . -rrb- Macros to help my mmo need and repetitive datum entry need . as I normally work late at night the back light to the keyboard be very nice , and the clack of the key create a really nice audio sensation . the sound arent overpower but almost reassure you hit the right key with speed . I be able to double click the keye very quickly with little pressure which be perfect in the necessary game I play . the extra port on the side of the keyboard be perfect for quick access to my computer without go behind my machine . pro : audible clack upon press key backlit keyboard macro key reassignment\/disable\/program launch quick and interactive installation be quick and easy Easy access port on side con : key may be to loud for other -lrb- not I -rrb- can not change the light color for certain game mode -lrb- g11 do -rrb- note : I have not check my space bar or any overlap of key , but I have not have a problem so far . I would reccomend this keyboard , and purchase it again , despite its steep cost .