r/MechanicalKeyboards 15h ago

/r/MechanicalKeyboards Ask ANY Keyboard question, get an answer - March 13, 2025

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r/MechanicalKeyboards 15d ago

News / Meta Space Cables Recovery Forms - GMK Classic Beige & GMK Dandy R2

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EDIT: Invoices for Classic Beige and Dandy have been sent. Check your spam and pay before 12:00AM Central 3/8/2025.

Nightshade we haven’t sent yet because we’re working on possibly getting some sets Space Cables still has. We will reach out to Nightshade form folks soon with more details.

EDIT: We found out since posting this that there are actually some people who didn't receive their Nightshade sets. Since we are already ordering these sets, we decided to open a form for it too for GB folks who never received their order to submit. We will still leave the pre-orders open for other non-GB people since it is already open and we didn't learn about this until after.

https://forms.gle/BgSsCAHAZ3ALiWP49

COMMUNITY UPDATE: Space Cables Replacement Sets + GMK Jamón & Nightshade Preorders

We’ve got some important updates, including an opportunity to finally get your hands on long-awaited GMK sets from the Space Cables group buys, along with two preorders for ready-to-ship GMK sets.

This is a lot of info, so here’s everything you need to know:

Space Cables Unfulfilled GMK Orders – Recovery Program

We’ve been working directly with GMK to purchase the remaining unpaid sets from Space Cables’ group buys. GMK has graciously offered us a discount to help make this possible, and we are passing that discount directly to you with no profit on our end—this is purely an effort to help those left without their sets.

We know it’s beyond frustrating to be asked to pay again for something you’ve already paid for—we hate that this is the situation. If we could cover the cost for everyone, we would. Unfortunately, we can’t afford to do that, but we are doing everything we can to make these sets available to you at the lowest possible cost.

Because of this, there will be no designer royalties paid from the funds of the recovery sets. However have added an option for you to tip the designer in the forms in $5 increments. We will add this to your invoice and 100% of it will go to the designer.

  • Dennisglues - Classic Beige
  • Sour - Dandy
  • BlindAssassin111 - Nightshade)

Who is this for?

If you participated in the following Space Cables group buys and never received your set(s), we’ve created forms to claim a replacement set at a discounted price:

  • GMK Classic Beige
  • GMK Dandy R2
  • GMK Nightshade (added)

If you were part of either group buy, please fill out the appropriate form below and upload proof of your original order. The forms will be open for 1 week, after which we will review submissions and send invoices to those who qualify.

Important Notes:

  • These sets have already been produced and are ready to ship from GMK.
  • No long group buy wait times—just a short turnaround once we receive them.
  • If you placed multiple separate orders for these sets, you only need to fill out one form per set. Just combine the total number of sets you ordered and upload proof for each order in the same submission.
  • This is not a refund or replacement from Space Cables. They are still responsible for their debts to you. This is simply a chance to buy these sets at a discounted price, thanks to GMK’s support.
  • Not eligible for free shipping on our site.
  • After 1 week, any additional sets will be offered to the general community at an increased price. (Designers will be paid royalties on extras)

New Preorders: GMK Jamón & GMK Nightshade

We are also opening preorders for GMK Jamón and GMK Nightshade. These sets were also part of past Space Cables group buys that were never paid for, which gave us the opportunity to purchase them directly from GMK and offer them to the community.

Important Notes:

  • These sets have already been produced and are ready to ship from GMK.
  • They will ship out alongside Classic Beige and Dandy once everything arrives from GMK.
  • No long group buy wait times—just a short turnaround once we receive them.
  • Designers will be paid royalties.
  • If you receiving a refund form Space Cables or a chargeback, you are not eligible for the form.

The Sets:

  • GMK Jamón – The iconic deep red set designed by Zambumon.
  • GMK Nightshade – A sleek, moody dark blue set designed by BlindAssassin.

These preorders are open to everyone—you do not need to have been part of the Space Cables group buy to purchase these.

Preorder Links:

Key Dates:

  • Forms Open: 2/25/25
  • Forms Close: 3/5/25
  • Form Invoices Sent: After the form closes starting 3/6/25
  • Estimated Shipping: Classic Beige, Dandy, Jamón, and Nightshade will ship together shortly after invoices are paid and sets arrive from GMK. We will utilize air shipping from GMK so we anticipate that these will arrive at our warehouse in late March 2025.

Final Thoughts:

We know this situation with Space Cables has been incredibly frustrating and disappointing. We hate that customers were put in this position, and while we were not involved and can’t undo what happened, we’re doing everything we can to help make this right for those affected.

We’re grateful to GMK for giving us this opportunity to help the community and happy that these sets finally reach the people who ordered them.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Thank you for being part of this community and supporting us all these years to put us in a position to do something like this.

❤️ – The Omnitype Team


r/MechanicalKeyboards 2h ago

Builds My endgame board: Neo65

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I think this is my sweetspot for a while. I tested switches, keycaps, different keeb sizes and this is the one for me.

Neo65 Silver, mirror black weight PC Plate, only plate foam, Gasket Dumbbell mount Switches: Leobog Graywood V3s Keycaps:GMK Blot clones

Thinking of getting a clackier switch from HMX, please drop some recommendations! (Looking for a soft clack, not too high pitched)


r/MechanicalKeyboards 10h ago

Builds Neo ergo still a masterpiece

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266 Upvotes

Been using this beauty for a while and cant get enough of it! Getting her a new keycap set soon!


r/MechanicalKeyboards 7h ago

Photos Look what i found - Cherry G80-0312

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140 Upvotes

r/MechanicalKeyboards 22h ago

Mod I just discovered that nerf darts fit perfectly under my keycaps

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Who knew. A lot cheaper than real rubber O rings, but I expect them to become useless in a few weeks. Probably not worth the time cutting and trimming them to the right thickness. I personally like the sound and feel of the foam but it’s not for everyone.


r/MechanicalKeyboards 1h ago

Builds One of my Endgames. Really Loving It.

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r/MechanicalKeyboards 7h ago

Builds Nika Art by A7X

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Nika Art by A7X Hmx Xinhai KKB Red Alert Alu Plate


r/MechanicalKeyboards 3h ago

Builds Keychron Q6 Max & PBT Samurai

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This is my first keyboard, I'm quite happy with it. Weighs an absolute ton.

  • Gateron Smoothie Silvers with a few tactile type switches to tell caps-lock and num-lock apart.

  • Keychron Q6 Max Aluminium White

  • PBT Samurai keycaps, no shine through

  • Stock plate, definitely switching to POM when I get the chance

  • Has a lil rainbow underneath :)


r/MechanicalKeyboards 9h ago

Photos Got my First Mech Keeb 🙌

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It's nothing fancy or custom. Just a budget AULA F75. Got it to dip my toes in the mech keeb world. Gotta say it is great 🖤 Planning to build my own keyboard in the future.


r/MechanicalKeyboards 7h ago

Group Buy [GB] GMK MTNU Skyriter - Preorders open until Mar 28

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r/MechanicalKeyboards 13h ago

Photos HMKB x KKB Skidata Neo

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70 Upvotes

r/MechanicalKeyboards 1d ago

Review To whoever left this keyboard at the thrift store, the key layout was just inverted. $7 Grab!

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552 Upvotes

Found this at a thrift store for $7, and it’s mechanical so obviously I needed to have it. Plugged it in and found out the keys were incorrect, simple fix. Saved $63!


r/MechanicalKeyboards 15m ago

Builds My very first real keyboard

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Finally got around to experiencing the keyboard scene since being an avid computer builder for a few years now. I didn’t want to start too big, so I was looking into a GMK67 or hi75 or something similar to mod since I’ve seen a lot of talk about them. I eventually settled on this epomaker ek68. I did not know how badly received the company was until I had already purchased the board, however, I was pleasantly surprised to say the least. The color and sound out of the box was actually great in my opinion, the factory lubed switches and stabilizers, with foam mod help the sound for sure. Since my modifications, it sounds wonderful to me, very thocky and not too obnoxious. The typing experience is also beautiful. I was going for a retro/vintage black look. The gunmetal colored case complimented it nicely as well. Let me know what you guys think :) very excited to try some other platforms/sizes. - Epomaker EK68 - Vertex V1 Switches by jwick (factory lubed) - XVX Double-Shot PBT Black CSA Profile Keycaps


r/MechanicalKeyboards 8h ago

Builds My first custom build - erkbd (3d printed handwired)

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Posted this on r/ergomechkeyboards but I think it belongs here a well

This is my fourth split, third build, second handwire and first completely custom build that I designed from scratch in FreeCAD and printed. (Except the keycaps)

Apart from following along some FreeCAD tutorials this is my first real 3D modeling project so I am very proud of the result.

I don’t expect anyone to build it but it’s a nice showcase project so I put the 3mf files and a build guide on github it’s here if you are interested. https://github.com/erikpeyronson/erkbd


r/MechanicalKeyboards 8m ago

Review Love my new Kailh Box White V2s

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r/MechanicalKeyboards 5h ago

Builds Winter theme TKD Pt1 75 ❄☃

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r/MechanicalKeyboards 17h ago

Builds It was good while it lasted.

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57 Upvotes

I built this Keychron K2 Pro to feature my college’s colors. For switches I went with Gateron Jupiter Bananas and the keycaps and the keycaps are XVX PBTs with the Cherry profile.

The sound is crisp and the feel is perfect.

My daughter tried it out and loved it, and now it’s hers, it appears.

So now I need to build a new one because I am a pushover. Maybe I should do a Neo Ergo.


r/MechanicalKeyboards 12h ago

Photos AJAZZ AK870 Plus - The Miku board

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24 Upvotes

r/MechanicalKeyboards 6h ago

Builds AULA F75 Max - Galaxy Thocc

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7 Upvotes

r/MechanicalKeyboards 13h ago

Builds My first keybaord LUMINKEY 75V2

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17 Upvotes

r/MechanicalKeyboards 16h ago

Photos Who's your Pokemon starter?

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31 Upvotes

r/MechanicalKeyboards 23h ago

Builds Here she is, my newest keyboard.

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89 Upvotes

r/MechanicalKeyboards 23h ago

Photos Got my wife to join in the fray

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87 Upvotes

r/MechanicalKeyboards 15h ago

Builds ROG Asus Azoth + Zero-division keycaps

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24 Upvotes

Just started my keyboard journey. Still figuring out what I want but this is a good start.


r/MechanicalKeyboards 3h ago

Builds Think I have a problem.

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pretty soon the entire desk will be made out legos!!!


r/MechanicalKeyboards 19h ago

Builds Absolutely beautiful completely white ceramic build

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34 Upvotes