Keyboards

Germain Gadel FAW36

A 36-key wireless ortholinear split DIY keyboard designed by Germain Gadel, built on Seeed XIAO BLE controllers and ZMK firmware.

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Germain Gadel FAW36
Image: © Germain Gadel (Manufacturer image)
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Pros

  • Reversible PCB supports both soldered and hot-swap MX switches
  • Wireless with compact XIAO BLE controllers
  • ZMK config is published on GitHub

Cons

  • PCB only; MCU, switches and keycaps must be sourced separately
  • Requires soldering to assemble

Specs

SplitSplit
StaggerOrtholinear
TentingNone
KeywellNo
Thumb clusterNo
Keys36
LayoutsCustom
SwitchesMechanical
Hot-swapYes
FirmwareZMK
DIY kitYes
ConnectivityBluetooth
OSwindows, macos, linux
Released2022
Sources
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