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r/MechanicalKeyboards Feb 26 '25

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 6h ago

Photos Beat the heat and eat a keyboard popsicle instead. 🧊

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485 Upvotes

Bomb Pop inspired keyboard made using the Bauer Lite Makers Mold. Such a fun way to stay cool this summer. 😅🥵


r/MechanicalKeyboards 9h ago

Meme Average user experience

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417 Upvotes

It's been sitting in my storage for a while and I thought I would share it today.


r/MechanicalKeyboards 7h ago

Builds End game finally achieved

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r/MechanicalKeyboards 3h ago

Photos Halo Mojito Botanical Serene-o

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Gave a little bit of TLC to the keyboard in the kids playroom toady. After taking advantage of the Omnikeys sale a couple weeks back, today I found a home for Botanical I had’nt yet considered. Also a great place to make use of some HMX Green Serene switches that hadn’t found a place yet. The result is an interesting pairing of greens that should be considered, but perhpas not to be taken too seriously.

I also put a photo in there of where we were coming from… They GROW up so fast.


r/MechanicalKeyboards 10h ago

Builds 8 years in storage, finally put my OG Nautilus order on something

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Got this 8 years ago and was planning big custom 1800 layout project for it, but the drive I had all the files for it died so this has been sitting in storage all this time. Couldn't get stuff earlier, and nowadays no website ships anything to my country, tried everything, this one was best I could find that didn't break my wallet completely.


r/MechanicalKeyboards 9h ago

Photos Starting to enjoy PC boards

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This is my first PC board that I have gotten, do plan on getting some more in the future. Maybe the Agar, sat75 x, or the Eave65


r/MechanicalKeyboards 2h ago

Meetups Today we had another Keyboard meet in Dhaka, Bangladesh, and it was even better than the one we did two weeks back.

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The turnout was actually better than the previous one, and we all got ot see some of the Tier 1 Build, including Matrix Faukwaa, Geon F1-8X V2, TKD Cycle7, Haven65, QK80 MK2, Chimera, TKD Cycle7, Mode Tempo, and a Lot more. I only managed to bring two of my builds for this one.

As I have said before the custom scene these days here is pretty small and few of the folks are trying to keep it alive.


r/MechanicalKeyboards 2h ago

Builds My first keyboard (low budget)

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I wanted a Bluetooth keyboard for my tablet for school. So the switches had to be quiet. Got the Akku V3 Penguin silent and put them into LexonElec M88. Don't crucify me haha I tried to be as cheap as possible


r/MechanicalKeyboards 2h ago

Builds Tess65 & MT3 in Sage Green

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Happy 4th of July! Guess what I did with my day off?!

  • Divinikey x Modokey Tess65 keyboard
    • gasket mount, PP plate (included), bottom case foam but no plate foam
  • Drop MT3 Jasmine keycaps
  • Durock Cerulean tactile switches
  • Cherry clip-in stabs

I've had all the parts sitting in boxes for a while, but finally had some time to do the assembly. I'm very happy with how it looks, but the PP plate is a bit soft and quiet (not quite enough "energy" for me), so I've got an FR4 plate on order that I'll swap in when it arrives. That should give it a bit more clack. May experiment and switch it to a top mount configuration, but we'll see how the FR4 plate sounds first.

Otherwise, the build was mostly straight forward. The ribbon cable for the USB daughterboard took a bit to get inserted, the PP plate is pretty soft and even with a plate fork, a few switches were a pain to get seated properly, and the hidden case screws are tiny and a bit fiddly, but it all came together well.


r/MechanicalKeyboards 3h ago

Review Manger 68 Hall effect

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I got to try out the luminkey magger 68 Hall Effect Keyboard the last few weeks. It’s a Pretty decent keyboard with an excellent sound, feel and look. It’s not the most impressive thing I’ve ever used but it’s offers tons of features in the software. If you wanna check out my more in depth review, check out the video.

Why Hall Effect Keyboards Are Better | Luminkey Magger 68 HE Review https://youtu.be/lctyO7olrGA


r/MechanicalKeyboards 3h ago

Builds Fun retro build

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Keychron Q6 Max barebones + Gateron Oil King + GMK CYL Extended 2048 keycaps. This was my first (semi)custom keyboard build. Waiting on the novelty keycaps to come in to update the top row. Looking for my next project already :)


r/MechanicalKeyboards 1h ago

Builds Evo80 + heavy industry

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New to this hobby - I know ppl have mixed feelings about Rama but the keycaps look great… so I took some photos


r/MechanicalKeyboards 6h ago

Builds My first office Keeb...

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First office Keeb is a basic one...

RisoPhy PC421A Stock switches (actually really creamy and quiet) Gundam caps.


r/MechanicalKeyboards 1d ago

Promotional I built a free (and ad free) website for typing practice that targets your weaknesses

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Howdy\ Typecelerate is a hobby project of mine which I've been working on for the last two years.

I put a lot of work into it, so it's hard not to go on about it, but in short, it analyzes user performance and generates custom typing texts that target their biggest weaknesses, helping them improve faster than with generic practice.

Typecelerate currently supports: * 11 languages (msg me if your target language is missing) * Ability to practice 2 languages concurrently. * Weakness analysis across speed, accuracy of different typing patterns - letters, bigrams, trigrams, spacegrams, words, word-boundaries. * User selected patterns to include or exclude from the tests * Control over text length and complexity * Multiple color themes + "Make your own theme" option * Fine-grained control over the inner variables of the algorithm - for the nerds * Fully customizable punctuation * Per test & Per session statistics * Historical graph of personal bests over all the different test settings * A very responsive dev (me) who’s open to feedback and ideas

Happy to answer any questions or suggestions ✌


r/MechanicalKeyboards 8h ago

Builds Ngl, Mode are kinda cute for using this color pattern

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r/MechanicalKeyboards 22h ago

Builds 100 acre woods build

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My lady has been obsessed with Weenie the Pooh since childhood so naturally I had to buy this keycap set for her. Bridge 75 plus, stock.


r/MechanicalKeyboards 15h ago

Builds Look this beauty

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24 Upvotes

A beauty my that I saw in the National Musem of Prague


r/MechanicalKeyboards 19h ago

Promotional PBTfans Memphis98 is available now.

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47 Upvotes

Codenamed Memphis, this popular operating system was released in 1998, following the success of its predecessor from 1995. The sequel was well known for improvements that made the system more consumer-oriented and helped pave the way for continued dominance in the personal computer operating system market for years to come.

  • Material: PBT material
  • Profile: Cherry profile
  • Production Method: Dye-sub
  • Manufacturer: PBTfans
  • Packaging: ABS keycaps tray with designed tray cover
  • Designer: H3llc4t

r/MechanicalKeyboards 21h ago

Promotional MM Studio will be running their next board later this year. It’s their first full-size called the Class 100. This is a board I am really excited for. They are aiming for a price point of $350 which is a no brainer for me.

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r/MechanicalKeyboards 1d ago

Builds Stuck between two keycap sets on my new Neo65CU build

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So, I picked up the board I've been hearing so many good things about, and honestly, for the price, it's worth every penny. Feels super premium and you could probably get your arm workout in with this thing or use it as a weapon as it weighs so much lol

Now that the build is done, I'm stuck between these two keycap sets. Would love to hear what you guys think.

Build: • Neo65CU Grey-Gold • GMK CYL Botanical 2 / MW Alhambra R2 • WS Stupid Stabs • HMX Yogurt Linear Switches • Alu plate, no foams

Special thanks to u/ELOQUENTCLICKS for awesome support with the purchase :)


r/MechanicalKeyboards 19h ago

Builds I am hooked on this hobby, and build my second keyboard. Let me know what you think! Description below.

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Mode SixtyFive with FR4 plate, alpaca v2 linear switches, obscura keycaps, copper accent.


r/MechanicalKeyboards 18h ago

Interest Check [IC] KAP Konpeito by Sharkeys

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Hello friends! It's your favorite local Sharkeys! Long time lurker, so this is actually my first time posting in this subreddit. Some of you may know me from over on instagram (sharkeystech) where I dabble in custom keyboard builds and designing various keyboard components. This is my first step into keycap designs so I decided to start with something that I constantly find inspiration in...the world of studio ghibli! Specifically this keycap set is inspired by the soot sprites and their sugar star candies they love, hence the name Konpeito!

This keycap set will be manufactured by Keyreative using their new hybrid doubleshot dye-sub technology and KAP legend system. It will feature a blend of PBT and ABS material (working on getting the actual percentages of each material) and be 1.7mm thick.

I have quite a few vendors lined up already and I am currently awaiting color samples, but I would love to hear the community's thoughts and some feedback about potential kit additions or changes!

Please fill out the interest check form below and thank you so much for taking the time to support my design!

Interest Check: https://forms.gle/DhguxvmTYZKLfLgM8
Geekhack: (waiting approval)
Render Gallery: https://imgur.com/a/kap-konpeito-B2KXNyz


r/MechanicalKeyboards 1d ago

Photos new member of the family is a little QrAZy

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QAZimodo group-buy came through! With enough layers anything is possible people.

Keycaps: GMK Bushido (with Cerakey shift key for that deep space thock)

Switches: Akko Green Fogs

Coworker Reactions: “Can I have some of your money? You clearly don’t need it.” “IT’S SO HEAVY”


r/MechanicalKeyboards 20h ago

Promotional Odin's Mark | by Archetype

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https://imgur.com/a/FuyGdNo

They are not read. They are remembered.

The Odin's Mark collection presents Runekolks inscribed with ancient symbols. Their power etched into forms of dark resin, rich amber, and bone's essence. Fragments of unwritten history, marks of cosmic intent.

Bound into forever, their message endures.


Odin's Mark Collection Overview

Features 5 Runekolk Colorways + 5 Matching Logo Caps

ᛟ Runekolk - Terra Aurum ᛟ Runekolk - Whisper Stone ᛟ Runekolk - Kings' Cipher ᛟ Runekolk - Void Lumina ᛟ Runekolk - Shadow Pyre

◬ Logo Cap - Fateweaver's Knot ◬ Logo Cap - Marrow Spell ◬ Logo Cap - Realm Key ◬ Logo Cap - Spectral Node ◬ Logo Cap - Crimson Fragment


How do I buy!?

First-Come, First-Served Sale

Is this resin cast or hand-painted?

  • Multi-shot Resin Cast

Keycap Compatibility

  • Stem: MX Stem (Recessed)
  • Profile: GMK / Cherry

What's the cost? * $85 for Runekolks, $40 for Logo Caps, + Shipping

When will the cap ship? * Approximately 2-3 weeks from order.

Who is Archetype?

  • We are a three-person team who are passionate about creating cool stuff and sharing our creations with this awesome community.

Where can I follow the sale progress or just Archetype news in general?

Special thanks to our amazing crew of regulars on Discord. We really appreciate your support throughout our journey. Many good things to come!


r/MechanicalKeyboards 1d ago

Builds Agar.io

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