ATK RS6 V2 Keyboard Adds Dual-Zone RGB and Hall Effect Keys

The ATK RS6 V2 keyboard has officially launched, bringing a redesigned gasket mount, dual-position per-key RGB lighting and 8,000Hz polling to the brand’s 65% Hall effect lineup. It replaces the original RS6’s tray-mount chassis with a softer-feeling gasket setup, while keeping the compact layout that made the first version popular with players who want fewer keys and less desk clutter.

ATK has positioned the RS6 V2 as a modest but meaningful refinement rather than a ground-up redesign. The core selling point remains the same: magnetic Hall effect switches housed in an aluminium case, aimed at gamers who want adjustable actuation points and fast response times without moving to a full-size board.

What’s new in the ATK RS6 V2 keyboard

The most obvious change is structural. Where the original RS6 used a tray-mount plate screwed directly into the case, the RS6 V2 switches to a gasket mount. This typically produces a slightly softer, more cushioned feel under each keystroke, since the plate floats on gasket material rather than sitting rigidly against the chassis. It is a popular upgrade path among enthusiast keyboard brands chasing a quieter, more premium sound profile.

Colour options have also been trimmed for launch. The RS6 V2 currently ships in three finishes: a pinkish Burgundy Red, a neutral Meteorite Gray, and a lighter Moonlight Silver. ATK has not ruled out adding further colourways later, but for now buyers are choosing from this trio.

Hall effect switches remain the headline technology. Unlike traditional mechanical switches that rely on a physical contact point, Hall effect switches use a magnet and sensor to detect key travel, which lets the keyboard register adjustable actuation distances and, in many implementations, rapid trigger behaviour. The RS6 V2 pairs this with an 8,000Hz polling rate, a spec more commonly associated with competitive gaming mice than keyboards, aimed at shaving fractions of a millisecond off input latency.

Dual-position RGB and the keycap set

One of the more unusual additions is dual-position per-key RGB backlighting. Most keyboards illuminate legends printed on the top of a keycap. The RS6 V2 can also light up legends printed on the side of a keycap, a format still rare outside niche enthusiast sets. Supporting both lighting positions means the board plays nicely with regular shine-through keycaps and with the increasingly popular side-legend style favoured by some custom keyboard communities.

That flexibility is backed up by the keyboard’s stock keycaps. The RS6 V2 ships with double-shot PBT keycaps that have translucent sides, along with a handful of fully translucent accent keys. PBT plastic is generally more resistant to shine and wear than the cheaper ABS keycaps found on many budget boards, and the translucent sides mean the dual-position lighting is not just a spec sheet feature but something visible out of the box.

It is a thoughtful pairing. A keyboard can support side-lit legends, but without keycaps designed to transmit that light, the feature is largely wasted. ATK avoiding that mismatch on a board at this price point is a reasonable quality-of-life win for buyers who do not plan to immediately swap in an aftermarket keycap set.

How it stacks up against rivals

The Hall effect keyboard category has become crowded over the past two years, with everything from budget-focused boards to premium gaming-brand releases chasing the same adjustable-actuation pitch. Compact 65% layouts with magnetic switches now span a wide range of ambition, from entry-level options offering rapid trigger adjustments on budget boards through to more polished designs chasing cheaper Wooting-style magnetic keyboards territory.

At the premium end, buyers comparing the RS6 V2 will likely also look at Razer’s own compact Hall effect board, which carries a bigger brand name and tighter software ecosystem but typically commands a higher asking price. ATK’s pitch with the RS6 V2 is to offer aluminium construction, a gasket mount and dual-position RGB without stepping into flagship pricing territory, a gap that has also attracted newer entrants as other Hall effect boards still arriving via crowdfunding continue to chase the same budget-conscious enthusiast.

What it means for buyers

For anyone already eyeing a 65% Hall effect keyboard, the RS6 V2 is a worthwhile addition to the shortlist, mainly because of how it addresses small but real friction points from the original model. The gasket mount should appeal to typists who found the original RS6’s feel too stiff, and the dual-position lighting solves a genuine compatibility gap that has limited keycap choice on other boards.

The narrower colour range at launch may disappoint buyers hoping for more variety immediately, though ATK has left the door open for future finishes. Overall, the update reads as a considered second attempt rather than a token refresh, aimed squarely at keeping the RS6 line competitive as more brands push Hall effect switches into the mainstream.

Frequently asked questions

What layout does the ATK RS6 V2 keyboard use?

It uses a 65% layout, meaning it drops the numpad and most function-row keys while keeping arrow keys and a few navigation keys, in the same compact format as the original RS6.

What colours is the RS6 V2 available in?

At launch, it comes in three finishes: Burgundy Red, Meteorite Gray and Moonlight Silver.

Does the RS6 V2 support rapid trigger or adjustable actuation?

It uses Hall effect magnetic switches, which commonly support adjustable actuation points and rapid trigger style behaviour, paired here with an 8,000Hz polling rate for faster input response.

What keycaps does the RS6 V2 ship with?

It comes with double-shot PBT keycaps featuring translucent sides, plus fully translucent accent keys designed to work with the board’s dual-position RGB backlighting.