In this video I put together what I genuinely think is one of the best budget custom keyboard builds right now: Akko’s MONSGEEK M1. The whole point here is simple—if you want a solid, clean-sounding aluminum case without spending “high-end” money, the M1 is kind of a cheat code. I walk through the build and why this case stands out as a budget pick, especially if you’re chasing that deeper, thockier sound with a straightforward, no-drama assembly. I also talk about the parts I’m pairing it with, including the keycap set I used, and why the overall combo makes the board feel way more premium than the price suggests. If you’ve been looking for a first custom build, or you just want a new platform to mod and compare against other budget boards, this is the kind of case that makes sense. By the end, you’ll know whether the MONSGEEK M1 is the right move for your next build—and I ask you straight up if you’d actually buy it.