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Muikku58
A 56-key split keyboard using low-profile Redragon switches: Muikku58 by Juho T.
Published April 16, 2025
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Muikku58 is a RP2040 based 56-key column staggered split keyboard by Juho T. aka Squalius-cephalus, that uses Redragon low profile switches.
I wanted build a budget low profile keyboard, but the biggest problem was how expensive choc switches are. So, I looked for the cheapest low profile switches on the market and came across the “Redragon low profile” switches. Pack of 100 switches cost about 14 euros – Juho.
This split is very similar to the Silakka54, but with two more keys and rotary encoders. "The biggest minus is the lack of hotswap, there are no hotswap sockets for these switches on the market."
Specs
- 56 keys (6x4+4)
- Redragon low-profile switches, soldered
- reversible PCB
- RP2040 Zero controller
- EC11 rotary encoder
- 3D printed case
Build process
Resources
Published on Wed 16th Apr 2025. Featured in KBD #190 (source).
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