Customizing the bottom RGB lighting on the KiiBOOM Phantom 98 mechanical keyboard presents certain limitations, as highlighted by users and reviewers. While the keyboard boasts vibrant RGB features, the underglow (bottom) lighting isn’t as customizable as some might expect.

Understanding Bottom RGB Customization on the Phantom 98

The KiiBOOM Phantom 98 features south-facing RGB LEDs that provide a striking underglow effect, especially when paired with its transparent acrylic case. However, the customization options for this bottom lighting are somewhat restricted.

According to a review by Gadgetoid, the underglow LEDs are not controllable via the KiiBOOM Driver software, which is available for Windows and macOS. These LEDs use dome-lensed RGBs arranged uniformly around the keyboard’s edge, resulting in a striped lighting effect due to the refractive properties of the acrylic case. This design choice limits the ability to achieve a smooth, blended underglow.

Furthermore, a review from Digital Chumps confirms that the side LEDs cannot be customized using the KiiBOOM Driver software, though other lighting and macro functions are accessible.

Available Customization Options

Despite these limitations, users can still adjust certain aspects of the keyboard’s lighting:

• Preset Lighting Effects: The keyboard comes with several built-in lighting modes that can be toggled using function key combinations.
• Per-Key RGB Customization: Through the KiiBOOM Driver software, users can customize the RGB lighting on individual keys, allowing for personalized color schemes.
• Macro Programming: The software also enables users to assign macros to keys, enhancing the keyboard’s functionality.

However, it’s important to note that these customizations do not extend to the bottom or side underglow LEDs.

Conclusion

While the KiiBOOM Phantom 98 offers impressive RGB lighting capabilities, the customization of its bottom underglow is limited. Users seeking extensive control over underglow effects might find these constraints restrictive. Nevertheless, the keyboard’s vibrant lighting and other customizable features still provide a visually appealing and functional experience.

For more detailed discussions and user experiences, you can refer to the Reddit thread.

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