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Boost58

A 58-key split keyboard with Choc V2s and encoders: Boost58 by Vacant0mens.

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Published November 12, 2024
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Vacant0mens shared his Boost58, a split keyboard with Choc V2 switches and encoders.

This layout was given this name because its shape looks similar to the boost arrows in racetrack video games – Vacant0mens.

Specs

  • 58 keys (6x4+5)
  • hotswap Choc
  • Pro Micro footprint
  • reversible PCB
  • two-way UART communication between the halves
  • per-key RGB, plus underglow
  • rotary encoder

Pic: Boost58 v0.2 PCB

Boost58 v0.2 PCB

Resources

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Published on Tue 12th Nov 2024. Featured in KBD #179.

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