+ what services do you provide?

if you want a physical product, prety much everything! i can make cables, make keyboards from diy kits, print pcbs from github, get you a fancy acrylic case (and maybe even a 3d printed one), provide consultations, fix cables, and fix keyboards (although there are some stipulations there).

if there's something i can't help you with, i'll find someone who can.

+ when will you have ~insert thing here~ back in stock?

other than capsule collections, i don't actually stock anything. i primarily do commissions and group buys, on occasion.

collections are themed drops that i design and make. there's typically only one of each color scheme, though.

+ when do your commissions open?

whenever i feel like i have the time and bandwidth. i don't have a set schedule for commission openings.

my keyboard commissions are typically open, but my cable commissions have fewer commission slots and are open less frequently and for shorter periods of time.

+ can i order one anyway?

you can certainly try, but i probably won't respond to your email. speaking of which...

+ why aren't you responding to my email/discord message/instagram message?

i apologize for not responding! it's most likely because i straight up forgot. adhd brain and all that.

however, i probably won't respond if you ask for a cable commission when commissions are closed or request a keyboard build without providing me all of the required information.

+ where can i find more of your stuff?

you can check out my instagram and twitter for more pics and info!

+ HOW LONG SHOULD MY CABLE BE?

As long as you want it to be! Well, up to 16 feet, at least. Cables longer than 15-16’ are more prone to failure, and I don’t want your cable to fail.

+ BUT WHAT IF I WANT MY CABLE COILED?

If you'd like me to coil your cable for you, you’ll need more cable. It takes approximately 7” to make 1” of coil, like this:

+ what connector should i choose when i’m ordering?

take a look at the plug on your keyboard. what shape is it? match it up with the diagram below. For reference, keyboards that use Pro Micro MCUs need micro-USB cables, those with Elite-C MCUs use USB-C cables, and split keyboards most often use TRRS cables to connect the two halves together.

+ WHAT ARE DETACHABLE CABLES?

They're cables that make you look cool, that's what they are. But for real, detachable cables use a detachable connector to, for all intents and purposes, split the cable in two.

This is done primarily using aviator and WEIPU connectors, although there are other detachable connectors out there. The device-side end of the cable plugs into your board while the host side plugs into your computer (or the central half of a split ergo board).

+ WHAT'S THIS DEVICE-HOST BUSINESS?

The device-side connecter plugs into your keyboard, phone—whatever electronic device is receiving power. It can also be the peripheral half of a split ergonomic board.

This is most relevant to detachable cables and cables that use USB-C connectors on both ends. Plugging the wrong USB-C end into your device or host, for instance, can affect the functionality of your board, or even damage it—so make sure you're using the right side when you plug in!

+ SO WHY WOULD I WANT A DETACHABLE CABLE OTHER THAN TO LOOK COOL?

Using detachable cables makes it much easier to switch your keyboard between hosts.

Rather than digging through a knotted mound of cables to unplug your keyboard from the back of your PC, thread it through that rat's nest, and switch it over to a new device, you can simply keep the host side plugged into your computer and detach the device end. This allows you to move your keyboard to a different host with another device end—and without all of that hullabaloo.

+ ALRIGHT, YOU'VE CONVINCED ME. I'D LIKE A DETACHABLE CABLE. HOW DOES THAT WORK?

If you'd like a detachable cable, simply choose that option in the order form and pick the kind of connector you'd like! If you're interested in using two different paracord colors for each half, you can indicate that as well. If you want to order two device ends or two host ends, feel free to reach out to me.

+ WHAT'S DOUBLE-SLEEVING AND WHY WOULD I NEED IT?

Double-sleeving is exactly what it sounds like: a second sleeve that goes over the paracord on your cable. Double-sleeving offers extra protection for your cable and helps it maintain its shape. If you want your cable coiled, you must order Techflex — otherwise, the cable won't maintain its shape. Plus, it's fun to play with all of the color possibilities!

+ WAIT, WHAT’S PARACORD? AND WHAT ABOUT THAT HEATSHRINK I’VE HEARD ABOUT?

Paracord is a cord made from woven nylon fibers. That’s what cable-makers use to sheath cables. It comes in fun, and sometimes funky, colors and patterns that can be used to make your cable pretty or match with the rest of your setup.

Heatshrink is plastic tubing that’s, well, shrunk to fit over the connectors at each end of the cable. While it’s not 100% necessary, it’s very helpful in holding connectors together and keeping them attached to the cable, which in turn protects the inner wiring. And it can provide a colorful finishing touch to the rest of your cable.

+ what keyboard stuff can you do?

other than design one, whatever you want! if you know that there's a diy kit, a design on github (one with files for a case or plates, that is), or even an upcoming group buy that only provides kits that require soldering, i can make it for you.

+ what keyboard should i get?

that's up to you! i can do split-body and unibody keyboards - i've built quite a few of both. i can certainly give you some advice, but if you're super new to the world of keyboards, i highly recommend checking out at least a few of these resources first:
☞ a complete beginner guide to the world of mechanical keyboards
☞ keyboard university
☞ keebfolio
☞ r/mechanicalkeyboards buying guide

if you need more info, i'm happy to help out as best i can!

+ what's flashing? and why does it cost extra?

flashing is basically programming your keyboard to type what you want it to type. you know how when you press the letters in the home row, you get "asdf" and "jkl;" and all that?

unless otherwise specified, i'll flash your keyboard with the default keymap created for that board. if you want a custom keymap, that will cost more.

+ do you lube switches? what about stabs?

i do not lube switches but i will lube stabs!

+ can you get keyboard foam for me?

i can certainly do my best! i know some vendors who can custom-cut case and plate foam, so if you're interested, let me know!

+ can you make me a bluetooth keyboard?

alrighty, look, here's the thing. bluetooth is doable for certain keyboards under certain circumstances, but... it's not necessarily the easiest thing.

so unless you're willing to take the risk of things working kinda funky or not as smoothly as you hoped and you aren't able to learn how to use the firmware, i'd recommend against it.

+ will you fix my keyboard? it died and i don't know why!

i currently do not offer keyboard troubleshooting or repairs.

+ how much does it cost to have a board built?

you can check out my keyboard commissions page for a full price breakdown. be aware, though, that you need to provide me the info requested in the order form before i can move forward with the commission.