r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/tacophagist • 20h ago
Builds I think it's important sometimes to have a set so ugly it makes you laugh
Board: Nuphy Halo96 v2 IO
Switches: Huano Sakura v2
Caps: GMK CYL Windbreaker
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/tacophagist • 20h ago
Board: Nuphy Halo96 v2 IO
Switches: Huano Sakura v2
Caps: GMK CYL Windbreaker
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/ruby-builds • 10h ago



[MEMORANDUM]
TO: MEGACORP Employees
FROM: SIDD
RE: Discretion Procurement Directive Now Active
The procurement period for the Discretion aluminum series is now open. 36 units have been authorized. When the quota is met, the directive closes and no further allocation will be considered.
A complete Discretion unit requires two separate requisitions. Both must be added to your cart.
1. Discretion Case Kit ($160)
Case, plate, gaskets, daughterboard, JST cable and hardware.
2. MEGACORP PCB ($40)
Select the layout that matches your operational preference: Row Stagger, Ortho or Alpha Stagger. Plates will be produced to match your PCB choice.
A Case Kit without a PCB is an enclosure without a purpose. SIDD will not be held responsible for incomplete requisitions.
This is a group buy. Production begins once the allocation is filled, after which the delivery timeline will be confirmed. Procurement is open to all employees, whether stationed at HQ or in one of our satellite offices around the globe.
Production updates will be distributed in the appropriate channels. Direct inquiries may be submitted through DM or site.
SIDD acknowledges your continued compliance.
Use your Discretion.
[END MEMORANDUM]
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/Skrollexs-3 • 4h ago
Disclosure: I work with Chilkey, so this is a showcase with my honest impressions, not an unbiased review.
I've been using this 64% Hall Effect board for about two weeks. The Teal Dream switches feel lighter than the regular SF60's, and to my ears they sound a lot better. The sound is deeper, with a satisfying pop/thocky character.
Typing and gaming both feel great.
The crystal PC keycaps do a lot with the RGB, and the teal switches show through even with the lights off. The aluminum case and engraved backplate feel solid.
Specs:
64% layout, aluminum case, gasket mount
Hall Effect (magnetic) WS Flux "Teal Dream" switches with a 28mm spring
Adjustable actuation, 0.01 to 3.3mm, with Rapid Trigger and Snappy Tappy
8000Hz polling, 0.08ms latency
16M colors, 20 lighting modes, configurable through a web driver
5-year warranty on PCB issues (not user damage)
Wired
Happy to answer questions or post a sound test if people want one.
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/Bobulator3000 • 20h ago
Hey everyone!
I'm an engineering student and brand new to Fusion 360 (honestly spent way too many hours on this while putting off studying for midterms).
Most keyboard feet only let you prop the back up into steep positive angles, which kills my wrists after typing for a while. I wanted a way to get flat or even negative tilt without buying a specialized stand or dealing with a bunch of loose M3 hardware, so I designed the MX Incline (having a cool name is half the battle).
A few details on how it works:
-Print-in-Place: Pops off the plate ready to fold, so no screws, hinges, or glue required.
-Adjustable Ratchet: Locks into standard positive incline. You can rotate it 180 degrees, so it becomes completely flat neutral, or negative tilt angles depending on how you adjust it.
-Grip: Designed recessed slots on the top and bottom to friction-fit TPU inserts (tested with 95A, designing for 85A) so the board doesn't slide around on a desk mat.
-Files: Uploaded both the .3mf and.step files if anyone wants to tweak tolerances for their own setup.
I'm still actively tweaking the design, so any honest feedback and criticism is massively appreciated! I will try to tweak it to the best of my capabilities (which aren't that good).
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/JungleSuperlord • 36m ago
I've been loving my Classic TKL but there are moments when having a numpad would be nice. I don't touch computers to make my living but do like having little projects to keep busy so I snagged one off of the Jeff Bezos Website and set to it. Used the leftover numpad caps from my Classic TKL build. KTT Vanilla Ice Cream switches on the way. Feels and sounds alright. Not a bad little time waster.
Board: EpoMaker EK21
Caps: Kinetic Labs Chained Together PBT
Switches: Owlab London Fog V2 & Elecfox Matcha Buttermilk
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/_OneVOne_Studio • 2h ago
I know big the brands aren't favorable in this sub but Asus did a really job with the AZOTH 96 HE. Not worth $350(I paid $229) but at a descent price($179 - $249) I totally recommend it.
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/JustinAtNerdio • 12h ago
it’s clicky and I LOVE it
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/iwilleatyrsnacks • 20h ago
DSS Neon Nights was originally run as a 40s-only kit by Trashman in 2020: https://trashman.wiki/keycaps/dss-neon-nights I always wanted an extended, full-size version, so I'm running an interest check for DSS Neon Nights r2.
The goal is to stick as closely to the first run as possible while accommodating a variety of layouts. Like the first run, the material will be ABS, and all colors/legends in r2 are the same whenever possible. Additions/changes are the orange F-row (Signature Plastics REP), a full number row with sub legends, and alt numrow (to replicate the look of the original 40s set), extension, numpad, 40s, and ISO kits.
-> For more info on DSS (my favorite keycap profile), including a comparison with another sculpted, spherical, medium-height keycap profile: MTNU, click here: https://snacksclacks.com/2026/07/22/profiles-on-profiles-signature-plastics-dss-profile/
-> For updates on DSS Neon Nights r2, join the discord server: https://discord.gg/FDYWeGaBE
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-> More pics of the first run:
- https://trashman.wiki/keycaps/dss-neon-nights
- https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/1i2ssdz/dss_neon_nights_x_v4n4g0n_r4/
- https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/l4zfai/dss_neon_nights/
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(Slides 1 - 5 are photos of the first run of DSS Neon Nights, one of which is from Trashman's wiki. Slides 6 - 7 are renders on Reign by Signatura -- big ups to u/Foraz_FSR and MiKeyDigit for the renders)
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/Ok_Taste5025 • 21h ago
I bought Realforce R3S Topre or capacitive keyboard with normal switches from Mechanical Keyboard store which took only 2 days.
Truth be told, I tried to find a Topre keyboard with normal switches but it was not easy to find especially since AI gave me wrong infos for several times. Since Topre or Realforce is focusing on silent switches, R3S is the only latest version with normal switches I can find other than HHKB. I had no choice but to buy it even if it has a built in cable. It was cheap anyway.
It's a first time using a Topre keyboard with normal switches and I really like it. Shame that R3S is not a wireless keyboard but for now, that's fine since I'm gonna use it for home anyway. I would probably sell other mechanical keyboards as I dont use and like them anymore especially after getting this keyboard. Might be the ultimate keyboard that I've been looking for.
For now, that's all I can spend but looking forward to buy Realforce R4 blue and grey version and HHKB Hybrid sooner than later.
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/bobasweatandtears • 15h ago
This keycap set is a tribute to most of you here - technically alive, but actually dead inside.
Maybe that's why we have such a morbid fascination with zombies?
Social commentary aside, GMK CYL Zombie is inspired by all the media/games based on the beloved undead. Featuring a special-effect double-shot ABS, a shadowy inner shell lurks beneath a semi-translucent outer layer, creating an eerie aesthetic of decay.
Plenty of cute, vintage, and clean-looking keycap sets exist, but I wanted something unapologetic gnarly.
Whether travelling light or preparing for a full-scale outbreak, choose between TKL and Big Base kits, gear up with gruesome Novelties and survival-horror essentials, or go Code Red with optional blood-red number-row accents. Each Base Kit also includes a specially designed skull-shaped artisan keycap based on the mold from the Mictlán and Centinela projects.
The outbreak has begun.
GROUP BUY: OCTOBER 2 - 31, 2026
Kits
Vendors
🇺🇸 US - NovelKeys
🇪🇺 EU - Oblotzky
🇬🇧 UK - Prototypist
🇦🇺 OCE - keebzncables
🇨🇳 CN - KBDFans
🇰🇷 KR - Geon
🌏 SEA - iLumkb
Original Interest Check: [Geekhack]
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What's your favourite Zombie show?
Train to Busan, Shaun of the Dead are my personal favs. I also really enjoyed Kingdom for the feudal setting.
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/Mutesiren • 23h ago
Just arrived today, hoping to build it out tonight
Absolutely stunning colors!
Ordered 7/27/26
Received 10/14/26
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/taskami • 4h ago
We started this project in October of last year and just properly released it last week :^)
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/CannonKeys • 1h ago
We have fully received and QC'd the AK75 Keyboards and addons originally meant for KeyGem. Here is what we are offering for KeyGem buyers, and what we need from them to get them their order.
KeyGem buyers qualify for the following
KeyGem buyers need to provide us with the following via screenshot/PDF by emailing us at [support@cannonkeys.com](mailto:support@cannonkeys.com)
The keyboards and addons are ready, so once we get everything we need and make the custom discounted orders, they should be shipped out relatively quick. Within a few business days.
Here is some additional information
Thanks for sticking with us,
The CannonKeys Team
We are posting this to reddit as we do not have the emails of those who joined AK75 with KeyGem. This is our best option to try and let those who joined know about the situation.
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/drjkusumo • 1h ago
EVIL
a name that perfectly captures the essence of this colorway,
a staple for the Halloween season.
it features our latest sculpt,
the "SnoOper Beast."
let's go!
Limited Time, Limited Number
[BBC] BlankBeastCaps - Evil
3 sculpt in total, limited number
Raffle Form:
be ready 😄
KEYCAPS DETAIL
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/LB-270 • 2h ago
My first custom keyboard build! Decided to go with something clean and simple to match the Apple keyboard look which I had previously used before.
Module: MADLIONS MAD60 HE
Case: Tofu60 Redux V2 (Anodized Silver)
Switches: Creamy Jades
Stabilizers: DUROCK V3 (Lubed w/ 205g0)
Keycaps: SDYZ x XVX Doubleshot PBT
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/CannonKeys • 3h ago
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/WarlordGorguts • 9h ago
Neo80 Cu Ruby Rose with Brass Bottom and Mirror Champagne SS Weight - CF plate - Top Mount - Haimu Pastel Mint Tactile - DCS Flex kit
Neo80 CU Dusty Rose with Copper Bottom and Mirror Gunmetal SS Weight - PEI Plate - Poron Gasket Mount - HMX Anti - GMK Symbiote
Neo80 CU Jade with Brass Bottom and Mirror Dusk SS Weight - Glossy-Chamfer Alu Plate - Silicone Gasket Socks Mount - Gateron Harmonic Clicky - GMK Hazakura
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/Big-Resident6984 • 13h ago
Build:
Board: IV Works Umbra Chapter I - Moonbreaker
Keycaps: GMK Agent 01
Switches: Keygeek Guns N Roses
Stabilizers: SW Knight V3
Plate: Aluminum (leaf-spring)
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/narumiya_mei • 18h ago
These keycaps were intended for a different build, but I couldn’t resist this pairing once I saw the keycaps next to the Agar in person. The only disappointing thing is that the BRG R3 set doesn’t include an HHKB Control keycap.
Board is extremely simple to build and has a nice clean clack.
Specs
Designer: KBDFans
Model: Agar
Color: Pine Green Anodized
Keycaps: GMK British Racing Green
Switches: Kailh BCP
Mount: Silicone Block
Plate: Alu
Foam: None
Stabilizers: AEBoards Staebies
PCB: Hotswap
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r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/Valuable-Country-169 • 22h ago
Wanted some feedback from the community on the design before I move forward with PCB design and invest in CNC. Comments would be much appreciated
Thanks
r/MechanicalKeyboards • u/Existing_View_8372 • 23h ago
First keyboard build
Not sure of the group consensus on this board, but found it for a crazy deal at a local shop so picked it up. Went for a deep bass/muted sound profile on it.
Board - Bakeneko60 Black Aluminum
Plate - FR4
Switches - Keygeek Y2 Linears
Stabs - TX AP Rev 4 Lubed
Keycaps - NovelKeys KAM Playground
Currently running IXPE pads, Geon EPT case foam, and 2 layers of tape on the back of the PCB. With this board being a 60A O-Ring mount there is absolutely no case ping. Honestly been really enjoying the sound and feel of this board, the Y2’s give it a crazy feel and sound, pared with the TX AP stabs this thing is smoooooth
Also I know the black on black and more black isn’t everyone’s style but it’s too clean in person to not like