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KeyboardGoesBrrr @ KeyboardGoesBrrr @lemmy.world
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Split keyboard with double middle keys?

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  • I had a similar set of typing habits when I started and found that the bfo9000 suited my needs, may be worth a try for you.

    It is ortholinear, rather that the row staggered layout you requested, but does allow the "overreaching" typing style.

    https://keeb.io/products/bfo-9000-keyboard-customizable-full-size-split-ortholinear

    • First Working Prototype Complete - Swirl Split Keyboard

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  • In a perfect world, yeah totally. I could use controllers that are approximately twice the price (nice!nanos) and have to rewrite the firmware (qmk -> zmk) and deal with Bluetooth, or I could just use wires and have it "just work™". I personally prefer this, but tons of people go the wireless route.

    • First Working Prototype Complete - Swirl Split Keyboard

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  • I have a larger build and nailing down the ergonomics is really hard without a split board.

    I could use a unibody split but this is just easier to adjust and travel with this way.

    I could also use either half independently. (with a quick firmware change on the right, but still)

    • First Working Prototype Complete - Swirl Split Keyboard

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  • Choc red pro's, for now

    • First Working Prototype Complete - Swirl Split Keyboard

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  • I use one for volume and one for scrolling right now.

    • ErgoMechKeyboards @lemmy.world
    KeyboardGoesBrrr @lemmy.world

    First Working Prototype Complete - Swirl Split Keyboard

    It's not done yet, but I figured I'd show off a little bit since I have been using this for a few weeks now. This is the "swirl". It's heavily inspired by the helix with some notable changes:

    • mbk Choc Spacing (Dimensions are about 12.5cm x 8.5cm on either half)
    • Reversible roller encoders on the top inner switch

    https://github.com/vmorganp/swirl

    ErgoMechKeyboards @lemmy.world
    KeyboardGoesBrrr @lemmy.world
    PCB Review Request

    "Swirl" a choc-spaced helix-like board with reversible thumb encoders instead of a top inner button

    Hey guys, not sure if we do PCB reviews in this group, but I figured I'd give it a shot since I know it was a thing that happened over in the bad website.

    It's essentially a 5x6+1+encoder board. Images below and open source hardware repo is linked.

    kicad render for the juicy thumbnail

    Front

    Back

    This is baby's first PCB design, so feel free to tear me a new one in the comments so I can make good boards.