Gravastar Mercury V75 Pro Special Edition - Neon Graffiti Review

I’ve spent a fair bit of time recently with the Gravastar Mercury Neon Graffiti V75 Pro now, both for work and gaming, and it’s one of those keyboards that immediately makes an impression before you’ve even plugged it in. This thing is an absolute unit.

The first thing you notice is the weight. It’s seriously heavy. Not in a gimmicky way either, it just feels dense, solid, and expensive. The full metal frame gives it this almost overbuilt quality, like it was designed to survive a drop… or be used as a weapon if things get desperate. Honestly, if the zombie apocalypse ever kicks off, I’m quietly confident this is now my weapon of choice. It’s easily the most solid-feeling keyboard I’ve ever had on my desk, and at this price point, that premium construction does go a long way in justifying it.

Then you start typing on it, and honestly, this is where it really shines. Every key press feels deliberate and smooth, with that really satisfying sound. It’s not just noise for the sake of it either, there’s a consistency to it that makes long typing sessions genuinely enjoyable. Whether I was hammering out emails or jumping into games, it just felt great under the fingers.

A big part of that comes down to the Hall effect switches. These aren’t your typical mechanical switches, and you can feel the difference. The ability to fine tune actuation points is a game changer. You can set keys to trigger incredibly early for faster response in games, or dial them back a bit for more controlled typing. It adds a layer of customisation that you don’t really appreciate until you start playing around with it.

And that’s where the software comes in, which, thankfully, is a win. Instead of forcing you to install some bloated, always running app, Gravastar has gone with a web based solution. You jump in through your browser, tweak your settings, and you’re done. No nonsense. No background processes chewing up resources. It’s refreshing, especially when so many other brands still insist on massive software suites.

The level of control is pretty impressive too. You can adjust actuation, lighting, and a bunch of other behaviours, then export and import profiles easily. You can also save up to four profiles directly onto the keyboard itself, which is great if you’re switching between setups or use cases. It all feels well thought out.

Gaming wise, features like Rapid Trigger make a noticeable difference. If you’re playing anything competitive, especially shooters, the ability for keys to reset instantly based on release rather than a fixed point gives you quicker, more responsive inputs. It’s one of those things that’s hard to go back from once you’ve used it properly.

Visually, this keyboard is… a lot. And I mean that in both a good and slightly overwhelming way.

The design is completely unique. You’re not going to find anything else that looks like this sitting on a shelf next to a bunch of standard boards. It genuinely looks like some kind of alien device, with these odd, angular legs and that web like metal frame wrapping around it. I actually love the concept. It’s bold, it’s different, and it feels like something out of a sci-fi game setup.

That said, it’s not for everyone, and I’ll be honest, the graffiti styling and especially the font on the keycaps can mess with your brain a bit when typing. There were definitely moments where I hit the wrong key just because the keys aren’t as instantly readable as a standard layout with the ENTER button for instance doesn't have the standard "enter icon" or the word enter for that matter, it simply says HELLO, which i guess some might like, but seems a little unnecessary for me. That being said, that's the trade off for style over clarity and you're probably not choosing this board unless that's the look you're going for

Those legs I mentioned earlier are another example of form over function. They look cool, no doubt, but they don’t really do much in terms of adjusting height or ergonomics. I was expecting a bit more practical benefit there, but they’re mostly aesthetic.

The RGB lighting, on the other hand, is done really well. It’s not just per key lighting, it also glows around the front and sides of the frame, which gives it this underlit, almost floating effect on your desk. It looks fantastic in a darker setup and really complements that futuristic design.

There’s also a small Gravastar logo at the bottom, which lights up nicely, but it does feel like a bit of a missed opportunity. It would have been great if that doubled as a programmable button or had some extra functionality instead of just being there for looks.

Now, where this keyboard might not suit everyone comes down to practicality. It’s wired, which for some people is completely fine, even preferred. Personally, I’ve moved toward wireless setups, so that’s a bit of a downside for me. On top of that, there’s no numpad obviously, being a 75% keyboard but worth mentioning. I rely on ten keys more than I realised, and going without it did impact my workflow a bit.

At this price point, what you are getting here is a keyboard that absolutely nails its core experience. It feels incredible, sounds fantastic, and offers a level of customisation and responsiveness that genuinely enhances both typing and gaming.

After spending a good amount of time with it, I’d land on an 8 out of 10.

It’s not perfect, and it won’t be for everyone, especially if you prefer a cleaner look or need something more practical for everyday work. But if you want something that stands out, feels insanely premium, and delivers a seriously satisfying typing and gaming experience, the Mercury Neon Graffiti V75 Pro is hard to ignore.