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20 Jun 2026

GBLM65 V3 - A 65% screwless, simple silicone mount and plateless option

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LM65 V3 Group Buy Launching Group Buy GB Name LM - The name was inspired by my daughter Liz Maria that help me on every build and already like them (since 2022). Inspiration After too many 60%, LM60, LM60 V2 and Lariat, now a 65% that I always desire to have one. Start and End Date Sep-15-2025 to Oct-15-2025 Estimated Fulfillment Date 30-40 days, after GB ends. Nov/2025. We need to sell at least 15-20 sets to make GB happen (5 sets already sold to my friends).

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19 Jun 2026

[LIVE] TAIKO-01 100% Funded on Kickstarter in <8 hours

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live$100-300

Edit: Kickstart is now LIVE! TAIKO 01 just hit its Kickstarter funding goal and we are absolutely buzzing right now. Early bird discount won't last much longer It's only until tonight. Grab it while you can for $300 at $100 off MSRP: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/taikohub/taiko-01-keyboard With the TAIKO 01 keyboard, you're getting a battle tested design that's been iterated on for the last 4 years over >120 users.

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18 Jun 2026
17 Jun 2026

Beam Spring 104+SSK+122+62 Reproduction Project! now shipping

Geekhack · Group Buys

Today is the public launch of the Brand New Beam Spring Keyboards Project! For those not familiar, I also coordinate and continue to mail out all of the Brand New Model F Keyboards, a project which has more than $1.6 million in orders so far, and will continue to mail them out before the beam spring project continues. To repeat, the new beam springs don't ship and are not a focus until I've sent out the new Model F Keyboards. This project is based on reservations.

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16 Jun 2026

Keyboards

GBKeykobo X Pixtendo Lab - Pixel 67 Keyboard

Geekhack · Group Buys

Unikeys: https://discord.gg/sFAezFTBpp Keykobo: https://discord.gg/YDHeEw6W69 Pixel 67 Keyboard Kit Hello everyone, Thank you for all the feedback during the Pixel67 IC. After reviewing the comments and making final adjustments, Pixel67 is now ready for Group Buy. Based on the stream feedback, we have made the following updates for the GB version: 1. Fully built kits will include extra ISO keys, split backspace keys, and Mac system keys, 7U spacebar keycap etc. 2.

Keycaps

GBDCS Vintage Motorsport

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Geon works

Glare 65 by Geon works. This set is inspired by the famous Gulf Livery, shown below. This set is designed to be an "R2" to my previous set, SA Motorsport Selectric. Based on a multitude of requests to do this in a cylindrical profile, I am doing it in DCS, using stock Signature Plastic Colors. Group Buy June 12- July 6 Designer Discord Designer Instagram Kitting Kitting is designed to ensure that the Base Kit covers the majority of use cases as parsimoniously as possible.

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PCBs

(IC) KŌBŌ ISSHI — Exploring Stone as a 65% Keyboard

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Hello Everyone, What began as a simple curiosity with stone evolved into a two year-long obsession. Today, I’m proud to present the KOSANJI case — a 65% exploration into marble as a keyboard. Available in both Carrara White and India Green.

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26 May 2026

Keycaps

GBGMK CYL Prussian Alert | May 15th - June 12th

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Over two years after the initial IC, and with the main goal of bringing the Prussian Blue colorway back to life accomplished, GMK CYL Prussian Alert is finally here! Featuring OG Icon modifiers and a custom grey/white base in place of the usual Text+Icon and beige, the set perfectly complements the Prussian Blue tone. And if you’re into Cyrillic and low-contrast aesthetics, the alternative Alpha Kit is an absolute chef’s kiss.

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GBGMK Spark | May 22 - June 21

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GB May 22 - June 21 It’s time to join the GB for: Spark! GMK Spark delivers a burst of energy and nostalgia through electric color, playful accents, and a shockingly familiar identity. Designed for flexibility, Spark can shift between two distinct looks. Go bold with accent-driven configurations that bring out its personality, or keep it clean with a balanced approach that pairs vibrant alphas with deeper modifier keys for a timeless, everyday setup.

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PCBs

GBRF—8X | May 25th - June 8th (Minimalist housing for Realforce R1 & R2/R3S)

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$40-360

RF—8X Hey everyone, thanks for taking the time to take a look at this project. It's been a long time coming! GB date: May 25th 2026 – June 8th 2026 Estimated fulfillment Q4 2026 Vendors / Pricing (USD): Alu housing kit - $350 PC top + alu bottom housing kit - $360 Cipulot R1 8-9Xu PCB - $50 Plate - $40 Add-on alu top housing - $200 Add-on pc top housing - $210 Add-on alu bottom housing - $150 SEA (lead): ktechs - https://ktechs.store/products/rf-8x OCE: Toro - https://torokeeb.store/products/rf…

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Interest checks

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Designer-proposed projects gauging interest before launch. Not yet for sale.

20 Jun 2026

ICMW- Philosopher's Stone| GB expected June 25th.

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Interest check · gauging interest, no vendors yet

No vendors signed yet — designer is gauging interest.

MW- Philosopher's Stone https://forms.gle/vqfdphj8uccuhQN46 Inspired by medieval alchemical manuscripts, this keycap set distills the symbols, apparatus, and philosophical core of the alchemical world into every tiny keycap. It also incorporates elements from the anime Fullmetal Alchemist; the color scheme features base tones of base metals blended with gold, plus accents of burgundy to complete the design.

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ICGMK CYL TA NEO - Returning a Classic, again!

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jomes sandkeys ic form Why? Both baul (paul) and I want this. It is as simple as that. A classic set that we believe should make a comeback. Made with the original - GMK. What's not to like? Still a collaboration with baul, just relaunched IC to reflect manufacturer change & kitting changes. Kitting Base kit Based kit Deutsche mods Nordeuk kit Forties kit Colors Colors will be matched to GMK TA90 colors. Yes, we have the caps.

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ICMarigold60 | Engraving Suggestions Welcome!

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Marigold60 Interest Check Story One of the great things about custom keyboards, aside from the sound and feel, is the visual appeal. There is something special in keyboard design, considering that such simple shapes possess so much character. I was long fascinated by this, in particular the engraved weights, which always left a strong impression on me. It truly is an elegance unique to this community.

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19 Jun 2026

Keycaps

ICKKB Triumph Adler Neo | Returning a classic

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$72-95

No vendors signed yet — designer is gauging interest.

KKB Triumph Adler Neo SKME Discord MASJE Discord IC FORM WHY??? Both James and I want this. It is as simple as that. A classic set that we believe should make a comeback. Keykobo at this point have been putting out a good product in a reasonable time frame. What's not to like?! Colors We will be matching to the original. I will have my hands on this when I return on July 10, and then we can proceed. Kitting Target prices are subject to updates.

PCBs

ICDBD x GSD CCRE TKL

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CCRE TKL Excited to launch the IC for the CCRE TKL I've been working on for the past 6 or so months. After a couple of rounds of prototypes and revisions, I'm finally happy with the design and sound. The CCRE TKL is based on DesignedByDark's CCRX open-source design , which uses a modified Ex: Ecliptica spring leaf top-mount plate.

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18 Jun 2026

ICGMK CYL Desert Nights | CN Vendor Added

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Interest check · gauging interest, no vendors yet

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GMK CYL Desert Nights Inspired by the desert sky and all the stars. Novelties and Deskmat feature classic landscapes and critters while all set on a background of glitter. Please fill out the IC form as it is the best way to gauge interest and suggestions: FORM Please consider following on Instagram for updates as well Sparkles Implementation This set will utilise sparkles from GMK that help represent stars in the night sky.

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17 Jun 2026

Keyboards

ICKKB-Cross Impact | Vendors list Update

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KKB-Cross Impact IC form | Discord | Discord-KeyKoBo - Please help me to fill out this form and provide any feedback that you have, super thank you - If you are interested in being a vendor, please contact me on Discord. Inspiration Inspired by the cold, divine moon of Neon Genesis Evangelion, this design merges its quiet apocalyptic tension with Y3K’s sharp, futuristic style. The chrome finish echoes the lunar surface, while low-saturation blue reflections capture moonlight’s serene glow.

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ICKAP-Retro:CAT

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Interest check · gauging interest, no vendors yet

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KAP-Retro:CAT IC form | Discord | Discord-Keyreative - Please help me to fill out this form and provide any feedback that you have, super thank you - If you are interested in being a vendor, please contact me on Discord. This set is inspired by the keyboard of Canon Cat, the word processor invented by HCI pioneer Jef Raskin. Launched in 1987, this vintage device fully embodies the philosophy of The Humane Environment.

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Keycaps

ICKBS-Acid house R2

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KBS-Acid House VER.Seishin Osen IC Form: https://forms.gle/2Rx8MMF5Cj48oFDJ7 Inspired by hallucinogenic mushrooms, this keycap set blends psychedelic visuals and distorted consciousness into a bold custom aesthetic. Seishin Osen – Japanese for “mental contamination” – symbolizes a silent invasion of the mind. Like the effect of fly agaric, reality warps, colors blaze, and lines melt into motion. Spirals, afterimages, fluorescent glows and twisted textures define its visual language.

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ICMW 仮想|ABS 2SHOT

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MW 仮想 Backgrand Hello everyone, this is MW~ We are honored to collaborate with designer KEi on MW 仮想. This is our first project together, and we believe it marks the beginning of a great partnership. Colorway For this set, the designer chose black, white, and gray as the base colors for the keycaps. Highly saturated purple, magenta, and cyan are used across the legends, novelties, and alpha accents to create a bold and vivid contrast.

16 Jun 2026

Keycaps

ICSupernova 60% - What is SonoShell

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SENSY

Supernova SENSY This GB will be launched simultaneously worldwide. Hello world, this is SENSY. Here we go. Seal TKL Chinese GB and Smoke65 international GB have all be shipped out, and now is the perfect time for us to unveil our new design. Since its Chinese release, the Smoke65 has won recognition from many friends. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who has supported us. Many friends have been asking about leftover stock or a Round 2 re-run.

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PCBs

ICEMPTY TYPE-75 - a magnetic modular keyboard system

Geekhack · Interest Checks

$299+

EMPTY TYPE-75 our magnetic modular keyboard! LINKS IC Form | Discord: Join us! | Socials: @emptytech | www.empty.technology GB Post: PENDING Estimated fulfillment: 3-4 months following GB close Manufacturing Partner: Keyreative Projected Price: $299 USD (excluding tax) FINALIZED VENDORS US - NovelKeys / Dangkeebs JP - Yushakobo UK - ProtoTypist CA - DeskHeroCA / UniKeys EU - EloquentClicks / KeyGem CN - ZFrontier SG - iLumkb AU - Cafege Introduction Hi everyone! We are EMPTY TECHNOLOGY , a small…

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28 May 2026

ICGMK Spark - GB Dates, Pricing, Kitting Updated!

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Interest check · gauging interest, no vendors yet

liveends tomorrow

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GB May 22 to June 21 I would like to present: Spark GMK Spark delivers a burst of energy and nostalgia through electric color, playful accents, and a shockingly familiar identity. Designed for flexibility, Spark can shift between two distinct looks. Go bold with accent-driven configurations that bring out its personality, or keep it clean with a balanced approach that pairs vibrant alphas with deeper modifier keys for a timeless, everyday setup.

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ICDCS Vintage Motorsport- Group Buy June 12- July 6

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Geon works

Glare 65 by Geon works. This set is inspired by the famous Gulf Livery, shown below. This set is designed to be an "R2" to my previous set, SA Motorsport Selectric. Based on a multitude of requests to do this in a cylindrical profile, I am doing it in DCS, using stock Signature Plastic Colors. It is important to note that the blue and orange for the Gulf livery weren't consistent. The blue went between a powder blue, "workshirt" blue, and a seafoam green in some incarnations of the livery.

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27 May 2026

Keycaps

PCBs

ICOF Studio – OF1 60% Keyboard Kit

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OF Studio

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OF Studio - OF1 60% Keyboard Hi everyone, We’re excited to share an early look at the OF1 Keyboard Kit by OF Studio. This project is entering the final stage before launch, and we’d love to gather feedback from the community. Project Overview The OF1 is a fully realized keyboard project with mass production already completed, positioning it as a low-risk group buy with a fast turnaround.

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26 May 2026

Keycaps

ICDCS Dolch [Final Update, Est GB-May]

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Why? Being a huge fan of Dolch,I wanted to bring this classic colourway to life in DCS profile. IC Form || Discord || Instagram Full Album Kits Collaborations SEAL 80: DOLCH EDITION In partnership with Sensy. We made a special version of the Seal 80 aptly named the Dolch Editon . We will conduct a more detailed IC for this later once prototypes are completed. A separate GB will be conducted once everything is finalized, more information will be added soon.

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ICGMK CYL Icon Beige

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sumjoy

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Intro Hello old Cherry lovers, this is sumjoy, I’m so glad to tell u that old style Cherry is coming. Here it is, GMK CYL Icon Beige, a set that follows the classic looking of the keycaps from Cherry G80-2100 which is my favorite Cherry keyboard. (Personally, I opened a GB two months ago, and I was bothered with finding a set of keycaps to match with it) The brown Diversity(2100 top) matched with original G80-2100 HDD keycaps. IC Form Kits Base Kit Base kit render is made based on G80-2100 HAG.

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ICGMK CYL Blanks

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GMK CYL Blanks Hello guys This set is pretty straightforward: no legends, no letters, no fonts. Just colored blank keycaps. IC Form Details Material: ABS Legends: TBC, I’ll check with GMK to see if they have blank molds for all the keys, and whether singleshot is doable. Colors: CR, L9, U9, V1, N7, V4, CV, TU2, DY, MG1 Profile: R1 R1 R2 R3 R4 R4 Kits - Please keep in mind that this is an IC, kitting may be cut or added depending on the response.

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ICGMK CYL Dino Jungle - A dinosaur themed keycap set

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Howdy partners! This is the interest check for GMK CYL Dino Jungle! I’m Tristan, but you may know me as Captain Sterling. I appreciate you taking the time to check this out, and I hope you enjoy the set! Learn even more on my WEBSITE or fill out the IC FORM if you're interested in the set. Meet Dino Jungle! Dino Jungle is a dinosaur inspired set dedicated to my son. As of three years ago my son has been really into dinosaurs.

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PCBs

ICMatter 65

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CHQ

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By Chq.works Instagram IC form ***Render*** A 65% keyboard with PC case with solid copper/brass weight as a middle piece. Hi guys, this is CHQ . I'm originally trained as an interior and furniture designer, but over the past several years, I’ve immersed myself in the world of custom mechanical keyboards. Driven by my fascination with the beauty, sound, and tactile experience of keyboards, I designed this board to reflect my personal preferences and needs.

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12 May 2026

Keyboards

ICRF—8X by keyhub - A minimalist elegant housing for the Realforce R1 & R2

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keekeen

Hi everyone! My name is keekeen. I’m a fellow “Topre” / rubber dome enjoyer. For me, the journey began with the HHKB, which I consider my first "end game" keyboard. Today, I am thrilled to introduce a passion project that’s been in the works: RF—8X by keyhub.design This is a custom 80% electro-capacitive keyboard housing that merges the classic design of Topre's Realforce R1 with the aesthetic legacy of the XRF by the now-defunct Noxary.

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Keycaps

ICGMK CYL Gambit - Now with N9 (Dolch)!

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GMK CYL Gambit Play Chess! R1 1u Doubleshot ABS chess novelties keycaps — Iconic chess pieces for OG/Timeless GMK sets. Ideal for accents, XT/Macro rows, or simply just play chess with. When TBA - - - Disclaimer - - - Renders may not picture actual colors of the keycaps but if you happen to have GMK stock color in your possession then the colors are the exact match of the said colors.

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ICGMK CYL Dinokidz - ROARRR

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USBowl KeyboardsEUDelta Key CoUKProto[Typist]CNKBDFansSGiLumkb

Hello dino lovers, I'd like to introduce you to the already extinct, GMK CYL Dinokidz. Inspired by Dinokidz keyboard , featuring legends from Extended 2048. The idea was to bring back a bit of that old-school, playful feeling and turn it into a keycap set. Hope you guys like the set! IC Form Vendors US: Bowl Keyboards CA: EU: Delta Key Co.

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Switches

ICYuRui HE Switch

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Moyu.studio

Hello, this is Moyu.studio  This time, we bring you a lightweight, high-performance magnetic switch - Yurui HE switch Yurui HE switch specification Top Housing: PC Bottom Housing: Nylon Stem: POM Spring: 20mm Total Travel: 3.6±0.2mm Operating Force: 37±2g Bottom-out Force: 42±2g Bottom-out Magnetic Flux: 630±40GS Lubed At the beginning of the design, we aimed to create a high-performance, long-lasting HE switch with a high level of appearance and cost-effectiveness.

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PCBs

ICORI 870 — Less, but Better

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ORI CLUB

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The sixth design from ORI CLUB ORI 870 — Design Notes This time around, I spent most of the process refining rather than reinventing—shaping the design language that Ori will carry forward. With the 870, I challenged myself to design with more restraint: something more practical, more daily. But minimalism is never the easier path—when there's nothing left to hide behind, every decision has to stand on its own.

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