HMX Lanikai — One‑of‑a‑Kind Mold… But Is It Actually Good? | Neo65 Core Plus скачать в хорошем качестве

HMX Lanikai — One‑of‑a‑Kind Mold… But Is It Actually Good? | Neo65 Core Plus

Today we’re taking a real look at the new HMX Lanikai linear switch — a one‑of‑a‑kind private mold from XLLAB, tested on the Neo65 Core Plus, that aims for a smooth but intentionally grainy feel. This one didn’t instantly click with me the way most 2026 HMX clackers do, and it ended up being a bit of a challenge to review. I go through what XLLAB was trying to achieve with this custom mold, how the “smooth but grainy” texture compares to Calligraphy, MX2A Black, and BCP, and why the Lanikai hits softer than typical HMX or Cherry linears. The sound is deeper and cloudier than the usual crisp HMX clack, leaning more toward a dry mid‑clack BCP‑ish profile. There’s also something interesting happening with the 3.7mm travel. It feels shorter in real typing, and on hot‑swap boards with full caps, I ran into a Row 3 keycap interference issue that I’ve never noticed on other HMX switches. Most people won’t notice this, but it’s worth pointing out. The full sound test is done on a Neo65 Core Plus with no foams so you can hear the switch clearly. If you want to try the HMX Lanikai yourself, here’s the link: https://unikeyboards.com/products/hmx... Use code *shylocutus* for 7% off. ► Switches: HMX Lanikai (Factory Lubed) ► Board: Neo65 Core Plus ► Plate: Aluminum ► Foams: None ► Keycaps: GMK Thanks for watching — I’ll be featuring the Lanikai again in an upcoming linear speed‑run roundup once I get through this batch.