Mechanical Keyboards

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Are you addicted to the clicking sounds of your beautiful and impressive mechanical keyboard?
If so, this community is for you!

Here you can discuss everything about mechanical keyboards (and only mechanical keyboards).

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“Behold, this is a design offered exclusively at DROP, to be delivered unto thee after three months of diligent craftsmanship. The chessboard itself is hewn from noble ash and steadfast walnut. This marks the very first of my chess series – a creation I await with great anticipation as the forthcoming DROP unveiling draws near.”

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submitted 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) by golden_zealot@lemmy.ml to c/mechanicalkeyboards@lemmy.ml
 
 

Qwerty Keys QK101 full sized.

  • Anodized sandgold chassis
  • NicePBT Morse key caps
  • Gateron root beer float tactile switches, 58g bottom out, 62g tactile peak, 3.5 mm travel
  • Inbuilt LCD display and LED matrix
  • Per key RGB
  • Aluminum top plate
  • 3 way PCB, 1.2 mm with masking tape mod on the flex cuts/around screw holes
  • Top mounted, back foam, anti-static sheet

EDIT: Link broken for some reason - can see it here - https://files.catbox.moe/jd6mv1.jpg

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Hi,

I've been searching for the right switches for a while now. And I have a box full of keyboards I don't like to prove it.

I found a keyboard I like but it's got the wrong switches on it.

I got a mathew yg108, that seems alright, though I have firmware trouble with it so far.

The keyboard came with switches as follows

Brown switch:Operating force:45g Pressure Force:55g
Operating Travel: 2.0mm Tactile Travel:1.2mm Total Travel:3.40±4.00mm

The tactile feels like almost nothing, almost like linear switches and while it's great for gaming, I like having way more resistance than that.

I know a keyboard that has the switches I like. It was a victsing pc315a

No idea what switches this uses but they have a lot more resistance at the activation point

Anyway, I tried my luck buying switches that looks like they might be like that

I got a set of outemu branded "orange" switches

here are the specs

I received them and installed one of them

original switch

new switch

new switch behind

switch hole

And after all this was said and done... I cannot tell the new switch apart from the other ones ! Feels exactly the same ?

Do I just need a stronger spring value ? I had a 45 or 55 gram switch Now it's almost 60 gram switch

How high to these values go ?

What is the next tactile standard switch force I can search for after 60g ?

What does the victsing keyboard use ?

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So far I love it, it's the nicest keyboard I've ever had but how do I flash my new firmware ?

This page has the original firmware

https://www.mathewkb.com/china/yg108-firmware/

But I want to put QMK/ZMK/VIA/VIAL I don't know which one I want and I don't know how.

But I'm hoping I can do so without using the manufacturer's software ?

When I plug it in while usblogview is enable I get the following logs

Event Type Event Time Device Name Description Device Type Drive Letter Serial Number Vendor ID Product ID Vendor Name Product Name Firmware Revision USB Class USB SubClass USB Protocol
Plug 2025-05-13 00:05:38 Port_#0003.Hub_#0005 USB Composite Device Unknown 05ac 024f Apple, Inc. 3.00 00 00 00
Plug 2025-05-13 00:05:38 0006.0000.0001.003.003.000.000.000.000 USB Input Device HID (Human Interface Device) 05ac 024f Apple, Inc. 3.00 03 01 01
Plug 2025-05-13 00:05:38 0006.0000.0001.003.003.000.000.000.000 USB Input Device HID (Human Interface Device) 05ac 024f Apple, Inc. 3.00 03 00 00
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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/29330696

Progress towards universal Copy/Paste shortcuts on Linux

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got a foldkb prebuilt with durock sunflower switches, printed a nice purple case for it, and customized a set of KAM keys from yuzu

there's a little gap near the | key. i guess i ordered the wrong size for it, so the switch is in the wrong position for a 1.5u... i dont mind too much :)

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What brands or products work on Linux, particular with the steam deck as it's immutable so Logitech doesn't really work for it, does anybody have any suggestions? My few requirements is a wireless keyboard and full keyboard, as I use my steam deck as a console on my big screen. I can't seem to find a keyboard brand that works nativity with steam deck with software to change macro keys and what not.

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I currently use the g915, but switching to Linux means no Logitech software so im looking for some alternatives.

I really like the 5 programable keys on the left, but I can't seem to find any other keyboards that have that feature. I also like that its Bluetooth and has music control, but I mainly want the programmable keys

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I bought the Womier RD75 Pro a couple of months ago, and although It's been great as a first "real" mechanical keyboard for me, the switches are very slightly scratchy, and even though I almost never notice it, I would like a slightly more premium typing experience. I'm trying not to go over 50 dollars for a set of switches for it, any recommendations?

And while I'm at it, have any of you bought this keyboard as well?

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Hi everyone . [GROUPBUY] Sweet Theory artisan keycaps


https://www.jellykey.com/artisan-keycaps/sweet-theory/


  • 12 Designs
  • Prices start at $49
  • Payment: PP/CC

This is a mini Groupbuy that will only be open for 48 hours (closing at 11 PM on April 25th, GMT+7) and will begin shipping within 30 business days. Orders of 6 keycaps or more qualify for free shipping.

Each pastry keycap comes with a display tray (as shown in preview images) made of cast resin. The 3-pastry combo includes an additional larger tray that can hold all 3 pastries (as shown in preview images).

Each keycap comes in a handmade wooden box. We craft all our keycaps entirely by hand using resin casting and layer-by-layer coloring techniques, creating unique pieces of art. No 3D printing is involved. The photos in this post show actual prototype keycaps we’ve made, not 3D rendered images.

We provide one-on-one replacements for any defects resulting from production issues. Feel free to contact us for assistance if necessary.

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Also very interested to try an ergo.

Current roster includes Keychron Q6 Max, Keychron Q13 max Alice , Keychron Q3 pro SE, RK gaming S98, 8bitDo C64 Edition with matching numpad, Monsgeek M2, and that’s all I can think of right now. I think I’m missing one.

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cross-posted from: https://feddit.org/post/11199149 (now updated with Lee's response)

Featuring two Planck keyboards.

I didn't think I'd ever be able to buy a Micro Journal make, given how popular the models are (they are all homemade by Um Kyu Lee in Italy and they literally fly off the shelves within minutes of each drop).

But somehow, I managed to snag the one I like the most, the Micro journal Rev 6 (rev 2 is a close contender) after I'd already given up and bought the Palma 1 to pair with my Planck EZ. I felt rather guilty buying a Micro journal based on a Planck keyboard.... in fact, technically I already have everything I need to make my own version of the Rev 6: raspberry pi, external battery, Planck, three types of small screens compatible with Rpi. But I don't have the time to figure out how to encase it into a bona fide cyberdeck and my coding skills are subpar. So I eventually relented and bought the Palma on sale. Well... a few days later, I scored a Micro Journal rev 6. It's been nothing short of orgasmic typing on this thing.

Which is why I am now selling my wonderful, beautiful new e-reader: the Boox Palma 1. Even though Micro journal is not an eink device, I can't justify spending this much money (on top of the parts I've acquired to make my own) on a minimalist writing set-up... (the cheapest version of this would be plain pencil and paper, no batteries needed, completely offline).

So if anyone's in the EU market for a brand new Palma 1 (black) plus two flip cases, I'm happy to sell within the EU for exactly the amount I paid (I received the item in Taiwan so I didn't have to pay EU VAT): 205 euros (shipping not included). For reference, the Palma 1 is currently on sale for 230 euros (also no free shipping) in the EU store.

https://euroshop.boox.com/products/boox-palma?variant=43381943599304

My Palma in action, I'm using KOreader here:

With the Planck EZ (and Obsidian as software):

(text me xoxo)

On that note, I might eventually sell my Planck EZ, too, if the Microjournal becomes a complete replacement of the use cases I have for it. It's already out of production, so it might also be worthwhile to keep this nice little gem. It's so well-made. But 250 dollars being the price I paid, I really can't justify keeping it around without using it.

Anyway, back to the Micro Journal Rev 6. Everything is as advertised, I bought the right kind of battery and installed it with no issue. Charged it for 4 hours as recommended. The package includes two QR codes, one that explains the layouts of the different layers (alt, shift, and alt+shift are all keys used to toggle between the four layers-- this is useful to know if you're not going to bother to change the layout, as it's not at all apparent where some of the keys are from the printed keycaps, which only reflect the main and shift layers. There are more keys available in the alt and alt+shift layers, like the colon and the dash). Once I get ahold of a laptop with a SD slot, I'll update the firmware, set up Google drive, and change the layout just to reflect the layers I set up for my Planck EZ.

But right now, it boots immediately to my last writing screen for immediate typing (there's a cute boot animation that can be disabled, it gives the device so much character!). I changed up the background and foreground colors to match the vibe of the keyboard and that's all there is to the tinkering of settings. No excuse whatsoever to procrastinate from writing (the demon of 'I need to optimize my device, then start writing"). Of course, once your SD card is in the computer, you can tinker as much as you want, but the device alone won't distract you from clacking away.

I am very perplexed about the bag of keycaps I received with the device, which... came with the keycaps I ordered already. Are the rest for a separate full keyboard? If so, why? Or are the keys already on the 40% keyboard from a bigger set and this is just Mr Lee's way of giving me the rest of the set that I paid for? I sent him an email to clarify. But regardless, I am so stoked that I got the milk tea keycap set (don't know if we have a choice or not) with the Chinese character “奶“ (milk) for the space bar and the enter key. This suits me very well (⁠ ⁠˘⁠ ⁠³⁠˘⁠)⁠♥.

Something about Lee's makes make it easy for a girlie girl to join the fun (not that I am one), as the aesthetics of writer decks tend to be on the futuristic-neutral side of things. I think I saw a hello kitty version of this device in one of Lee's blog posts. I am perfectly happy paying for the aesthetics, the ease of use, and the fact that I am supporting a one-person Maker succeed in doing what they love.

Oh, another note for potential buyers of Micro journals. You can pick whatever colorway and swipe your card to nab a device during a drop, and then write Lee what you'd like your colorway to be instead. Be super nice though, as he doesn't have to honor the request. The devices are made to order so it was ok at the end that I changed my colorway.

Now I just need to hide this from my baby as much as I can....

Edit: This all seems so positive, it's like a sales pitch. To balance things off: it's very clear that this is a DIY made-at-home device and I came in eyes wide open. There is no sleek website with a detailed guidebook and handholding (like ZSA does for their keyboards, complete with proprietary layout software and type-training). One must be careful every step of the way: there is no team proofing the device against all kinds of dumb consumer behavior. Mr Lee wasn't joking when he said that eye-hand coordination is needed to insert the SD card: it's not clear which orientation works and there's not so much guidance built into the system to ensure a secure, good insertion. The three (?!) seemly identical USB-C slots are for different purposes. I still don't know why there's two on one side. The battery must be inserted carefully and according to instructions, or the thing will combust. The filaments from 3D printing are still here and there, to be brushed aside like spiderwebs.

These DIY qualities don't affect my user experience because the price is really fair and I know what I'm paying for. I'm just really glad that a Maker can create a business out of their makes!

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Hey guys. I just got a Genesis Thor 300 TKL keyboard which doesnt work from my brother. I've got a Glorious GMMK v1 TKL keyboard. Is it possible to desolder the MX Blue switches from the broken Genesis keyboard and use them in the Glorious keyboard which at least to my knowledge is hotswappable?

Thanks in advance!

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The raffle form for this week is open now: https://www.jellykey.com/raffle

Some information:

• Character Sculptures Collection: Pawsome, Dr.Zephyr, Floret, Enshroud (10 keycaps per sculpture)

• Colorway: Violet Swirl

• Price: $100

• Shipping fee: $12 per keycap (free shipping if you live in Vietnam)

• Keycap Compatibility: MX stem & meticulously crafted with multiple layers

• Shipping Commences: Starting from 05/16/2025 (one month after the raffle conclusion)

Rule:

• Only one entry.

• You will be banned if you don't pay the invoice when you win.

Raffle:

• This form will open in 24 hours (closed on 04/16/25 at 11 PM GMT+7).

• The invoice will start after the form has closed (30-90 mins).

Payment:

• We only accept PAYPAL with raffle sales.

• Payment will be open 24 hours before closing. Unpaid invoices will be cancelled & keycaps will be raffled again.

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Throwing heavy clickies and no-name caps onto a budget 1800...

  • RK96 that's been de-foamed, de-batteried, and remapped to the extent its garbage software will permit
  • Kailh Speed Navy
  • Mix-n-match QX SA caps from two different sets

It's a loud, cheap MF'er, and I kinda like it.

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