Mounting type can make a difference to your build Featured image: Photo by Paul Esch-Laurent When it comes to selecting or building mechanical keyboards that suit your individual taste, there are many factors to consider, from the type of switches to the layout and design. One important aspect that often goes under the radar- that … Read more
First impressions/unboxing Mikit kindly sent out a free DK 65 Currant sample for me to check out. My first impression- what a unique look! The purple and yellow color matched case and keycap color way really brings a fun yet deliberate aesthetic. 2 different tones of purple add depth subtlety to the board. Putting the … Read more
“Why the heck do I need a mechanical keyboard?” Is a question I asked when informed of the existence of them. The nature of the beast that are mechanical keyboard switches is that they can consume and flip even the most stalwart skeptic in an instant. In an age where the instant gratification monkey runs … Read more
I was lucky enough to be sent some great gear from Royal Flush Gaming to share with you guys. I received a fully built setup on a hot swappable TKL 67 Barebones board, with thoccy Aflion carrot tactile switches. As well as two other sets of switch types- Afleon Blue Sky Linear switches, and the … Read more
I decided to build this keyboard in exchange for an awesome aquarium setup by Hooked Reefs. Of course, since he is the ocean man, I decided to go with an “ocean”-themed keyboard made from ONLY parts purchased from Drop.com.
So… It’s been a while. But welcome to another episode of What’s On My Desk?! Lots has happened since I last featured my own setup. I’ve been working mostly and when I’m finally off, I usually work on some other projects or study – I’m an actuary by trade so there is a LOT of studying. With the whole work from home shift following the pandemic, I’ve arranged for my desk setup to be easy to switch between “work mode” and “out of office” mode. With a few cable management tricks and some handy gadgets, I’ll show you how I make the switch seamlessly. Here’s what I’ve been using for the past year!
“That is a tiny keyboard! HOw dO YoU EveN tYpe on iT?” -Innocent Office Passerby-ers. You fell right into my trap – and now, I’m going to tell you all about compact keyboards.
One of the most intimidating things when getting into the custom mechanical keyboard hobby is learning to solder (for us non-electrical background folks, anyway). You got everything you needβ¦ now you just need to put it all together. For many keebnerds, soldering is all the fun of building your custom keyboard but at the same … Read more
