Gateron Ink Red V2
LinearThe lightest of the Ink linears at 45 g. All the smoothness and signature housing sound of the Ink line in a gaming-friendly featherweight.
Sound & feel
Ink Red V2 completes the Ink linear weight ladder at the light end: the standard 45 g gaming weight wrapped in the line's premium translucent housing. The stroke is airy and quick, with the housing blend still lending its characteristic depth to the bottom-out.
Because light springs invite softer landings, Ink Reds tend to sound the gentlest of the three Ink linears in practice, making them a sleeper pick for quiet-ish premium builds without going full silent.
It's the least talked-about Ink, overshadowed by Black's fame, but for 45 g loyalists who want premium materials it fills a real slot.
Sound on this page is synthesized from the switch's published specs and community-documented character: an honest simulation, not a recording. We're progressively replacing simulations with our own studio recordings. How our sounds are made
Compare it
- Gateron Ink Red V2 vs Gateron Ink Black V2 , or jump to Gateron Ink Black V2
- Gateron Ink Red V2 vs Gateron Ink Yellow V2 , or jump to Gateron Ink Yellow V2
- Gateron Ink Red V2 vs Gateron Red , or jump to Gateron Red
- Gateron Ink Red V2 vs Cherry MX Red MX2A , or jump to Cherry MX Red MX2A
Frequently asked questions
What does the Gateron Ink Red V2 sound like?
light and airy with the Ink housing's deep undertone. Use the player on this page to hear simulated press and release sounds derived from its real specifications.
Is the Gateron Ink Red V2 good for gaming or typing?
As a linear switch with 45g actuation force and 2mm pre-travel, it suits fast, repeated presses, which is why linears are a common gaming pick. It types perfectly well too if you like a smooth, uninterrupted keystroke.
How heavy is the Gateron Ink Red V2?
45g actuation, 60g bottom-out (our estimate). Note that Gateron officially rates actuation force and publishes no bottom-out, so the bottom-out above is our derivation. Brands differ, so check the basis when comparing switches.