Tt eSPORTs certainly know how to present a keyboard. Although clearly designed with cost in mind, the packaging does exactly what it needs to do in showing off the keyboard and main features. The Knucker, in this case a US variant, is displayed clearly along with features every potential user should be interested in: anti-ghosting, long-term durability and repeat rate adjustment.

The front bears the legend: KNUCKER - Plunger Gaming Keyboard, which is immediately intended to have anyone looking at the keyboard immediately wonder what it means by 'Plunger'. Tactile Response and Precision Feedback provides some explanation, but perhaps not as technical as some might desire.

Note that although the keyboard imaged will be the US variant, localised variations are available and sold in near identical packaging. The specific model can be determined by looking up the model number on the rear - the UK has an SKU of KB-KNK008UK, US/EU variants should be identified similarly.



If the rear is anything to go by, the Knucker should be pretty widely available. The major features are described in no less than fifteen different languages and should cater to most different markets. Tt eSPORTS also add a little additional detail on the Plunger switch, describing it as a 'key which simulates the response of a mechanical keyboard, but much quieter and easier to press'. We'll assess those bold claims later.



Our first look at the Knucker 'in the flesh' so to speak. The layout of this SKU is very close to UK standard with one exception - switched position for the Windows key. In its place is the Fn key, typically utilised for hardware adjustments independent of software and most usually located on the right of the main keyboard. The Windows key on the Knucker takes it place on the right, to the right of Alt Gr.

The Knucker comes with a few more accessories than you would typically expect from a mid-range keyboard. Most surprising is a keycap remover and a set of red keycaps held in a cloth bag, whilst those who outfit their PC chassis in branded decals of the components they use may be interested in the Tt eSPORTS ones in the bundle. A multi-language quick installation guide describes the plug-and-play starting procedure and operating instructions for Knucker-specific keyboard features.



Note that the keyboard comes with a USB-PS2 adapter, in case the slightly faster response time and anti-ghosting of PS2 is your preference. The cable is braided with a quite dense and soft weave which should be to the benefit of long-term durability, a velcro cable-tidy should also help keep desk clutter to a minimum.

So, that's a fully fleshed out package. Product-specific drivers are not required, so there's no need to acclimatise yourself to software-specific idiosyncrasies. So far, if you're looking for a low learning curve keyboard to use at home, in the office and take to LANs, the Knucker is fitting the bill admirably.