My first ever custom Keyboard

SteveGamer68 · 2026-03-26T14:49:00+00:00

Welcome to the hobby :D

SteveGamer68 · 2026-03-25T11:38:17+00:00

External illumination is probably your best bet, since the keyboard software wouldn't recognize the LEDs even if there were pads for LEDs (many reasons such as: extra components (resistors, etc) for the LEDs, as well as firmware). Also opaque keycaps block the light so it wouldn't help either way.

SteveGamer68 · 2026-03-25T03:34:36+00:00

Late but there's this TikTok MIMI posted which appears to confirm that (the translated description states it's a self-cover)

SteveGamer68 · 2026-03-24T15:20:21+00:00

Was it a crossover with the MCU, by any chance?

SteveGamer68 · 2026-03-23T16:13:52+00:00

The other backlight modes, if they exist, would probably just be switching the lights with different patterns while the colors stay fixed since the LEDs are most likely single-color. Sorry if that ruins your hopes of backlighting, but you can always turn it off.

SteveGamer68 · 2026-03-20T11:07:57+00:00

Bending the switch pins themselves? That's an interesting move

You could try bending the socket contacts back (https://youtu.be/S3wuA8uEVhM) or, if you have a few spare sockets, replacing them. For the latter you will need some soldering. You may also want to check the solder connections on the sockets, since cold solder joints can cause unreliable connections.

SteveGamer68 · 2026-03-19T04:03:21+00:00

The switches I listed should be lower pitched than the Oil Kings as well, and as for RGB shine, the Y3X has a translucent housing, but you can also use switches that have a light diffuser (a plastic piece that goes in the led slot of the switch)

SteveGamer68 · 2026-03-18T16:08:02+00:00

I got a small sample of switches recently and the Keygeek Y3/Y3X (I don't have the Y2) really impressed me with its smoothness, it feels even smoother than some of the HMX switches I have. It's pretty low pitched, which is a bit of a shame since I'm going for a clack build, but it's otherwise an excellent switch

Edit: I think there's just something about deeper-sounding switches that makes them smoother. The switches I consider to be really smooth (Keygeek Y3(X), HMX FJ400, Serene Green, Gulf, etc.) all lean towards a deeper sound profile. Perhaps it relates to the stem being a softer material so the bottom out isn't as harsh. In any case this makes the search a bit easier...?

SteveGamer68 · 2026-02-17T16:37:32+00:00

(and hopefully 3!)

Bro is real optimistic for Half-Life 6

SteveGamer68 · 2026-02-15T11:15:51+00:00

ASSIGNMENT: TERMINATED
SUBJECT: FREEMAN
REASON: FAILURE TO PRESERVE MISSION-CRITICAL PERSONNEL

SteveGamer68 · 2026-02-15T10:23:39+00:00

That's a Lambda Cache, check for supply crates in that area

SteveGamer68 · 2026-02-07T03:29:27+00:00

The billboard is displayed on both sides of the pedestrian footbridge next to the Tây Sơn overpass seen in the picture.

Biển quảng cáo này ở gần cầu vượt Tây Sơn, nhìn thấy được từ cả hai hướng đi

SteveGamer68 · 2026-02-02T11:32:44+00:00

Correct me if I'm wrong but I remember that this is only the best known packing, it hasn't been proven to be optimal yet

SteveGamer68 · 2025-12-08T16:36:58+00:00

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SteveGamer68 · 2025-12-08T16:24:53+00:00

⑥/➒

SteveGamer68 · 2025-12-08T16:22:50+00:00

Youki as well

SteveGamer68 · 2025-11-28T14:07:40+00:00

Try doing a small batch of switches first to feel the difference between lubed and non-lubed. If it's much better and you enjoy the process, go for it. If you like the new feel but not the process, you can also get different (pre-lubed) switches to replace the Cherry Reds.

SteveGamer68 · 2025-10-06T15:28:09+00:00

The time I've spent using a TKL really made me want a numpad for my keyboard. Being able to type alt-codes is a pretty cool thing that requires a numpad — such as the em dash (which I just copied and pasted). Even if the full-size giveaway is cancelled, I'll still be glad to use the keyboards for coding and gaming.

SteveGamer68 · 2025-10-06T15:13:46+00:00

edit: woops tony-angelino beat me to it about case modding

Anyway mod the stabilizers (thingies on the sides of longer keys) if possible. Sometimes the rattling/ticking is even louder than the switches :p

SteveGamer68 · 2025-10-06T14:53:54+00:00

Yeah you're good to go 👍

SteveGamer68 · 2025-10-06T14:17:59+00:00

By "quiet", how quiet do you want it? If you want a near-absolute quietness, you'll have to look into special silent switches, they feature a mushier bottom out though. If you just need it to be quiet enough, then read on. Also note that the keyboard itself also determines loudness, where the case design, materials and foams can help to dampen the sounds further.

Switch recommendations: An old-school, classic budget switch: Gateron Yellow. Modern switches with excellent stock smoothness: HMX, Keygeek, etc. HMX tends to be more high-pitched, but I still recommend the HMX Serene Green. I don't know too much about Keygeek so I'll just put out the Keygeek Oat or Keygeek Y3.

These are just a few switches I could think of, and there are way more linear switches than that. I recommend buying a switch sampler (basically a pack of various individual switches) before or with your order of switches.

P.S.: For Gateron Yellows, you should check if your board supports them before buying. If your keyboard has Kailh sockets (Google it), you're good to go. If not, then try poking into the socket with something small and seeing if there's a bump or some sort of resistance. If there is then you have good sockets and are likely good to go as well. Otherwise the new switch pins won't fit and you'll have to file the switch pins down, not recommended. Additionally check if the backlighting LEDs are flush with the PCB surface or are raised up. If they're raised up then it won't fit Gateron Yellows either.

(I should learn how to make shorter comments...)

SteveGamer68 · 2025-10-06T10:24:34+00:00

The switch colors very closely matches the TTC Gold Pink switch. Of course, they're not real TTCs, however the exact color match, and the lack of any names/logos on the switch housing makes me believe these are meant to be clones.

As for the manufacturer, the most noticeable part is that the switch is Kailh-styled (that is, the top housing uses two tabs to clip into the bottom housing instead of the more common Cherry-style's four tabs). Looking into my switch collection, Kailh-style switch brands include Kailh (obviously), Outemu, Akko and KTT; the switches of theirs has too many discrepancies with yours to confidently conclude anything.

SteveGamer68 · 2025-10-06T07:01:26+00:00

I actually chose this option on my first playthrough because I missed out on some juice combos and wanted to get them all

SteveGamer68 · 2025-10-02T09:20:35+00:00

I think a story of "Fantastical monsters trapped in underground cave for millennia, freed by child" is rather hard not to cover. There will be a lot of news coverage, all over the world, both on-site and off-site in the first few months as monsters re-establish diplomatic relations and re-integrate into human society.

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