Epomaker’s pop-up on the 7th floor of Hyundai Department Store Pangyo gave me a reason to head out with three friends from our keyboard chat group. Between my interest in black desk setups and custom boards, there was plenty to try. We spent the visit comparing typing sounds and feel, and left with several ideas for our own desks.
Hyundai Department Store Pangyo Epomaker Pop-Up Guide
- Period: August 17 (Mon) – September 3 (Thu), 2026
- Location: 7th Floor, Hyundai Department Store Pangyo Branch
- Activities: Epomaker keyboards and switches typing test, Linsoul audio listening session
3 Core Keyboard Lineups Tailored to Your Taste
Before jumping into the recommendations, the first thing I noticed with my fingertips at this pop-up was the solid build quality of Epomaker keyboards. Tapping on the aluminum frame models displayed at the venue, the finishing quality was much better than expected. Because the housing itself has a good weight to it, the annoying hollow pinging sound during typing is remarkably well-controlled. The plastic models also feature smooth surface treatments and sturdy assembly, providing a very solid typing experience that doesn’t wobble even when typing a bit forcefully.
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Magcore 87
This would be my first pick from the displays, and I already own one. The magnetic switches give the response I’d want for games, while the case finish and controlled acoustics make typing clean and satisfying. Bottoming out feels crisp without the scratchiness I sometimes associate with magnetic boards.
G84 Pro
The LCD and volume knob are appealing details for custom-keyboard users, but the preinstalled silicone keycaps are the real reason to try this board. Every press has a soft, springy quality that changes the whole sensation of typing. I found myself smiling at that unusual feel as I entered text. The caps seem to meet the fingertips with a yielding, slightly chewy response rather than the familiar hard surface. It makes the experience playful in a way that pictures of the display and knob can’t really convey. For someone looking for an unusual texture as well as visual interest, that is the model’s main attraction.
LUMA40
This model most strongly threatened my wallet at the venue. I already own the Luma84 so I know the general feel, but the orthogonal layout of this model, keeping only the essential keys in a minimalist form factor, is truly gorgeous. Despite its solid aluminum body, it feels quite lightweight when lifted, making it a great secondary keyboard that takes up minimal desk space. Even with the lightweight housing, the interior is well-packed, delivering a compact yet dense and solid typing feel.
Diverse Accessories Enhancing Customization Quality
The accessory area lets you try switches and compare keycap sets alongside the finished boards. Pressing several switches in person is a useful way to find the resistance your hands prefer before buying for a custom build.
What particularly caught my eye was the cable corner. Moving beyond ordinary stock components, numerous custom cables with gorgeous colors and textures are on display. If you have been looking for an attractive accent item for your desk setup, such as a 2-in-1 cable or RGB cable, do not miss this corner.
A Collection of Hot Hardware Brands from Lofree to Corsair
Aside from the main Epomaker exhibit, the venue proudly features familiar and renowned brands such as Lofree, Corsair, Keyboo, Akis, and Groovestone. Another charm of this pop-up is being able to compare popular products with unique designs and individual typing feels all in one place. If you have ever been curious about the physical finishes or key feels of these brands, I recommend dropping by casually and trying them out yourself.
Hi-Fi Audio to Delight Your Ears: LINSOUL Listening Zone
On one side of the pop-up store, a Linsoul audio-exclusive listening zone commands just as much attention as the keyboards. I personally prefer Kiwi Ears and recently Juzear earphones due to their great value, so it was fascinating to test and match various Hi-Fi in-ear earphones and DAC/AMP combinations distributed by Linsoul.
Although the exhibits mainly focus on entry-level models like Kiwi Ears Bell, Cadenza 2 earphones, and the Allegro Mini DAC, it seems more than enough to give keyboard enthusiasts a tasty preview. Since audio equipment setup is just as crucial as keyboard typing feel when completing a desk setup, being able to grasp the sound signatures of various earphones while visiting a keyboard shop makes for a very satisfying itinerary.
A Joyful Outing Satisfying Both Sight and Sound
Hyundai Department Store Pangyo Branch
20 Pangyoyeok-ro 146beon-gil, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
Between the clear sound of the in-ears at the Linsoul area and the range of keyboard feels on display, I lost track of time quite easily. It was a satisfying outing for both sight and sound, and a chance to gather ideas through actually trying equipment. If the desk needs a different mood or a new point of interest, this kind of visit is useful precisely because the feel and finish are there to compare directly. I enjoyed being able to move between those experiences in the same place, rather than judging each product solely from a photograph.
