Keyboards

らて Aspara_kb

A split DIY keyboard kit with a CNC-machined aluminum gasket-mount case, supporting ANSI and JIS layouts, with an encoder on each half and a built-in USB hub.

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らて Aspara_kb
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~¥64,000

Where to buy

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Pros

  • Supports both ANSI and JIS layouts
  • MX-compatible switches, hotswap or soldered
  • Encoder on each half, plus a USB hub
  • Keymap can be changed in the browser with Remap

Cons

  • Kit requires soldering and assembly
  • Keycaps, switches, stabilizers and cables are bought separately
  • Expensive; the page shows it out of stock and it was sold as a group buy
  • USB hub is unavailable when connected via the right half

Specs

SplitSplit
StaggerRow-staggered
TentingNone
KeywellNo
Thumb clusterNo
Keys92
LayoutsUS, JIS
SwitchesMechanical
Hot-swapYes
FirmwareVIA
DIY kitYes
ConnectivityUSB
OSwindows, macos, linux
Released2022
Sources
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