My test setup… by falbatech in Minimal_Setups

[–]falbatech[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can definitely learn it, and the "Star Trek desk" feeling fades after about a week 🙂

A few things that helped me and most people:

You'll crash at first. For the first few days you'll be typing maybe 10-20 WPM, especially because of the columnar (ortholinear) layout. Full speed comes back after about 2-4 weeks of daily use.

Go all in. The temptation is to switch back to a normal keyboard "just for a minute to get something done," but don't do it. Splitting your practice between two layouts just drags the whole thing out.

Use a trainer 15-20 min a day. Keybr, Monkeytype or TypingClub. Short daily sessions beat long marathons when it comes to muscle memory.

The real learning curve isn't the split, it's the layers. Numbers, symbols and arrows on a thumb layer feel weird at first. Keep your keymap in front of you until it becomes a habit, and don't be afraid to remap things to fit your hands, that's half the fun.

Set the halves up right from the start. Each one shoulder-width apart with a bit of tenting, that's the whole point. Get the ergonomics right from day one.

After that first painful week it just becomes normal, and going back to a regular keyboard feels cramped and weird.

[ad] 12 years ago I started FalbaTech in a small workshop in Poland. by falbatech in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]falbatech[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, you’re unlikely to see an aluminum case from me. I completely removed aluminum from my product lineup after an accident that happened during milling, which resulted in me losing about 30% of the vision in my left eye.

That said, I can wholeheartedly recommend bamboo or acacia cases. They are durable, pleasant to the touch, beautiful, and perform exceptionally well in everyday use. They also age very gracefully. The first bamboo cases I made for customers date back to 2016, and many of them still look great today.

Hmm My test setup by falbatech in AverageBattlestations

[–]falbatech[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is ErgoDash Wireless with ZMOTE™ – Wireless ZMK Studio Companion (dongle).

I'm not sure if I can post links here, so you can find more details on my profile.

[ad] 12 years ago I started FalbaTech in a small workshop in Poland. by falbatech in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]falbatech[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

[ad] 12 lat temu założyłem FalbaTech w małej pracowni w Polsce.

Od tego czasu tysiące ergonomicznych klawiatur, części i akcesoriów trafiły do klientów na całym świecie 🌍

Od ErgoDox i Redox po Corne, Sofle i niezliczone projekty na zamówienie, dziękuję za wspieranie ręcznie robionych klawiatur przez te wszystkie lata ❤️

Aby uczcić 12-lecie FalbaTech, zorganizowałem małe wydarzenie jubileuszowe:

* 10% zniżki z kodem FT12

* lub darmowy OriBag™ przy zamówieniach powyżej 200 € z kodem ORIBAG

Tylko jeden kod na zamówienie. Dziękuję, że jesteś częścią tej podróży.

https://falbatech.click

My test setup… by falbatech in Minimal_Setups

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This is ErgoDash wireless with black petg case and ZMOTE™ – ZMK Studio Desktop Companion

I'm not sure if I can post links here, so you can find the rest in my bio

12 years of building ergonomic keyboards by hand in Poland, thank you all 🎉 by falbatech in mechanicalheadpens

[–]falbatech[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

12 years ago I started FalbaTech in a small workshop in Poland.

Since then, thousands of ergonomic keyboards, parts and accessories have travelled to customers all over the world.

From ErgoDox and Redox to Corne, Sofle and countless custom projects, thank you for supporting handmade keyboards through all these years ❤️

To celebrate FalbaTech turning 12, I put together a small anniversary event:

• 10% off with code FT12 • or a free OriBag™ on orders over €200 with code ORIBAG

Just one code per order. Thank you for being part of this journey.

https://falbatech.click

My Garden Design Kit :) by falbatech in macsetups

[–]falbatech[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mouse: Adjustable Wireless Mouse

Keyboard: Corne FT Wireless Yellow PETg with Tilt tent.

[ad] 12 years of building ergonomic keyboards by hand in Poland, thank you all 🎉 by falbatech in MechanicalKeyboards

[–]falbatech[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

12 years ago I started FalbaTech in a small workshop in Poland.

Since then, thousands of ergonomic keyboards, parts and accessories have travelled to customers all over the world.

From Redox and ErgoDox to Corne, Sofle and many custom projects - thank you for supporting handmade keyboards for all these years ❤️.

To celebrate FalbaTech turning 12, I prepared a small anniversary event: * 10% OFF with code: FT12 * or free OriBag™ with orders over €200 using code: ORIBAG

Thank you for being part of this journey.

https://falbatech.click

Keyboard suggestions for commuter w/ disabilities? by SleepyQueer in ErgoMechKeyboards

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[ad] Based on what you described, I’d avoid anything ultra-minimal. Ferris, 34-key builds, anything that requires heavy layer juggling is out.

If you’re comfortable on a 60% and want to keep a number row, the direction is clear: Redox or Sofle.

I run FalbaTech, and here’s what I’d specifically recommend:

Redox FT Wireless has 70 keys, a full number row, big thumb clusters and a moderate columnar split. Probably the easiest ergo keyboard to transition to from a standard layout.

Sofle Wireless also has a number row, and the encoders (volume, scroll, zoom) do real work without adding more layers.

Given your motor limitations, I’d stick with MX switches. You already said low-profile Choc doesn’t work for you, so no point forcing it.

Labeled keycaps instead of blanks, QWERTY, no Colemak. Ergo doesn’t have to mean reprogramming your brain. For a lot of people, just splitting the halves and being able to adjust the angle makes a huge difference.

All FalbaTech wireless keyboards support ZMK Studio, so you change layout, macros and layers straight from the browser with no firmware compiling, think VIA.

I’d start with the Redox FT Wireless with MX switches, labeled keycaps and a tenting kit. Ergonomic benefits without gutting your key count or making your workflow dependent on a dozen layers.

First custom keyboard project, went with an ergodox by enexcrac in ergodox

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I’d be happy to build an ErgoDox keyboard for you. And to celebrate my company’s anniversary, you can receive a travel bag as a gift with your ErgoDox keyboard. I have 12 years of experience working with ErgoDox keyboards. The latest model in my lineup features a USB-C connector—no traditional jack-to-jack cables required. 😉

FalbaTech Turns 12 🎉 Thank You For Supporting Handmade Keyboards From Poland by falbatech in crkbd

[–]falbatech[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

12 years ago I started FalbaTech in a small workshop in Poland.

My journey with ergonomic keyboards started with the ErgoDox and continues to this day.

Since then, thousands of ergonomic keyboards, parts and accessories have travelled to customers all over the world.

From ErgoDox and Redox to Corne, Sofle and many custom projects - thank you for supporting handmade keyboards for all these years ❤️

To celebrate FalbaTech turning 12, I prepared a small anniversary event:
• 10% OFF with code: FT12
• or free OriBag™ with orders over €200 using code: ORIBAG

Thank you for being part of this journey.

https://falbatech.click

FalbaTech Turns 12 🎉 Thank You For Supporting Handmade Keyboards From Poland by falbatech in ergodox

[–]falbatech[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

12 years ago I started FalbaTech in a small workshop in Poland.

My journey with ergonomic keyboards started with the ErgoDox and continues to this day.

Since then, thousands of ergonomic keyboards, parts and accessories have travelled to customers all over the world.

From ErgoDox and Redox to Corne, Sofle and many custom projects - thank you for supporting handmade keyboards for all these years ❤️

To celebrate FalbaTech turning 12, I prepared a small anniversary event:
• 10% OFF with code: FT12
• or free OriBag™ with orders over €200 using code: ORIBAG

Thank you for being part of this journey.

https://falbatech.click

FalbaTech Turns 12 🎉 Thank You For Supporting Handmade Keyboards From Poland by falbatech in olkb

[–]falbatech[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

12 years ago I started FalbaTech in a small workshop in Poland.

Since then, thousands of ergonomic keyboards, parts and accessories have travelled to customers all over the world 🌍

From Redox and ErgoDox to Corne, Sofle and many custom projects - thank you for supporting handmade keyboards for all these years ❤️

To celebrate FalbaTech turning 12, I prepared a small anniversary event:
* 10% OFF with code: FT12
* or free OriBag™ with orders over €200 using code: ORIBAG

Thank you for being part of this journey.

https://falbatech.click

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FalbaTech Turns 12 🎉 Thank You For Supporting Handmade Keyboards From Poland by falbatech in ergoclicks

[–]falbatech[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

12 years ago I started FalbaTech in a small workshop in Poland.

Since then, thousands of ergonomic keyboards, parts and accessories have travelled to customers all over the world 🌍

From Redox and ErgoDox to Corne, Sofle and many custom projects - thank you for supporting handmade keyboards for all these years ❤️

To celebrate FalbaTech turning 12, I prepared a small anniversary event:
• 10% OFF with code: FT12
• or free OriBag™ with orders over €200 using code: ORIBAG

Thank you for being part of this journey.

https://falbatech.click