On behalf of the whole team, thank you so much for putting such a huge amount of effort and enthusiasm into the making of this video for our product. It is our pleasure to work with you!
@@TarekAlShawwa i meant to say extended 60%. Basically a 60% keyboard with the number pad slapped on. No arrows, nav cluster or top F row. Nice slim compact design. A good example is the vortex vibe or the candy bar
@@TarekAlShawwa exploded 65% is when the arrow keys and function keys are separated from the main alphas and modifiers. look at something like the alpine65 or keychron q2 for some examples
Unless you're a competitive calculator speedrunner, like the ones in East Asia. Then you either got to find the left-handed numpad/calculator, or learn to do hand gymnastics
after working in an accountants annd doing a million number entries a day i agree, would have let me keep one hand on the mouse and enter numbers at the same time. Quite a broad application but 99.999999999% of people who would benefit would never pay for their own keyboard let alone an upgrade from the standard Dell one that seems to be in every office EDIT - i commented on this before that part of the video came up
So happy to see this finally hitting the spotlight. I remembered talking to the designer in person when the board was in a very early stage and was very rudimentary. Good luck to the runner and anyone who is interested in joining the buy. Knowing the runner I am more than sure this board is going to be stellar.
When you're looking for a different approach on getting your numpad with rotary encoder and don't want to spend a fortune, consider getting a macro pad. I just build a 4x4 plaid pad with 14 switches and two rotary encoders. Easily programmable with VIAL and it works like a charm. I spent about 75 USD (65 EUR) for this solution.
What do people have against having buttons on a keyboard? You go through the effort of adding a numpad and a knob and then leave off the f-row and nav cluster. Brilliant.
Tae, your creativity and uniqueness is really starting to show. Loving the outdoor shots of this mate and looking forward to you raising the bar on these videos woweee
I need to start blocking some sites now. I hate that I want this so bad and at my level, I cannot justify the cost. ✅ South paw, arrow key clusters on the right, left knob, premium looks, VIA compatible, I wish they could make a cheaper version. PC case and or plate, hotswap, Only a man can dream.. i need to re evaluate my decisions in life...
Love that there are keyboards being designed by Saigon’s keyboard lovers. The community here is quite small and isn’t the most familiar with more premium boards like this but this is an amazing board. The video is great as always
I hate that these layouts are so rare, I'm only 20, been studying CS for 3 years and using a right hand numpad layout for 8-10 years, and I'm already noticing differences in my posture and range of motion that come specifically from having to move my right hand so much between keybaord and mouse, while my left hand just sits over the same area all the time. I can't wait to get one of these
knowing this kb come from a local shop in my country make me happy somehow also the "jwick yellow" got me so hard, lol like your video, detail and good effect
I really love your videos. The yt algorithm blessed me with your video on building a discord board months back and I quickly fell in love with your content! Honestly I didn't even know there were different types of keyboards at the time and now I'm 2 keyboards and 4 groupbuys deep hahahaha I regularly comeback just to rewatch some because its so relaxing. So I just want to say thank you 😁 I hope you're happy and healthy 💗
there is a nero black version which has a black nickel plated brass plate that fans in the discord think might be popular, Long Tran has a video of the Black nero version from building prototype months ago.
the led bleed on the 4th RGB led is maybe from not installing the foam gasket. it can be blocked by other methods too like a tiny piece of tape if you don't want to use the gasket.
I love the layout but I'd rather a full numpad to one with a knob, and I need a much lower price 😬. Other then that, it looks perfect for me. If it could be made with cheaper materials to lower the price I'd be totally down.
there are 3 or 4 options for the arrows there and you can split that shift key I believe on this board. several optional layouts are published as options for people. I might start using arrows on the left numpad and stop lifting my hand from the right mouse more.
I joined the Hidari Group Buy. Looking forward to having a numpad on the left. I already use the Stellar 12 on my left hand and a Murphpad on my right hand.
funny, i was thinking about getting a 60% + separate numpad on left side. and possibly mapping the numpad as function row on a separate layer, which if you miss the function row, it might work well
I wish I could use a keyboard like this. Keeping the alpha cluster centered is much more ergonomic than having it off to the left. Unfortunately, I've gone and gotten myself addicted to buckling springs, so I'm stuck with whatever layouts those keyboards are produced in. Perhaps I'll buy a Mini M if I can convince myself I don't need a numpad.
thank you for posting the Viendi review, I was hopeful for a long time waiting since we heard in August from the viendi discord you would be doing one :). I am a fan of your videos in general. could you tell us how you programmed the Shift key to be short tap Arrow and long hold Shift? this is an interesting way to do the arrow.
Here is how: - On QMK, put this into the Right Shift input: MT(MOD_RSFT, KC_UP) - On VIA, on tab Special, assign the Right Shift with "Any" button, then put in MT(MOD_RSFT, KC_UP) Note: this is called "Mod tap" you can do the similar to other Mod keys like Ctrl, Alt,...
I think only those whose hands almost never leave the keyboard would utilize a right hand numpad. Most other people with desk space would be better off with one on the left, or none at all. Kinda interested.
It boggles me why isn't it the standard for numpad on the left. It makes much more sense! This way both your hands are reaching equal distance to the alphabet, and when you use your mouse with left hand, you can adjust numbers on the right! I'm really jealous with left-handed people for using mouse on their left. The majority of keyboards make sense to them!
Guess I'm not enthusiast level enough (or too old) cuz I still remember getting into mechs to -eliminate- flex (and mushy switches obvs), not create more of it but hey whatever, i guess. You crazy kids these days with your bouncy boards :-)
the board of my dreams is a 75% with a left numpad, someday in the future someone is going to make that and i wish i could say that id buy it immediately but unless its like 100usd ill be sticking with my janked aliexpress setup for now.. great vid as always, left numpad users rise up!!
@@khoitranhuy3544 i actually didnt know this existed, looking at it now and its perfect. was about to buy an rk84 and a separate numpad but id rather save up a bit more to get this instead. thanks!
Those knobs are gotoh VK dome guitar knobs and they come exactly in those four colors. You can buy them for like $5-6 if you want. They even have some artisan models.
@@TaeKeyboards I saw that one. The arrow keys bugged me. I'm pretty new to this whole thing and needed a new keyboard and ur videos definitely helped me out. Thanks! I ended up ordering a Drop Alt, Holy Panda and Ducky One keycaps set that doesn't quite fit lol Thanks again!
Oh man I love this layou-waitaminute! Where my up arrow key at? Nvm I hate it. In all seriousness, I love keyboards with unique layouts like this. Tired of the 60% sh!t
yeh i actually dont mind the candybar left hand layout. normally i cant use 40% because it has no numrow, so it would be interesting to have the numpad there .
I feel like the Hi-Finger 7.5 would be a perfect keyboard for Tae. Premium sound and feel with a numpad, but the odd layout keeps it compact on the desk.
On behalf of the whole team, thank you so much for putting such a huge amount of effort and enthusiasm into the making of this video for our product. It is our pleasure to work with you!
Damn didn't know that there a Vietnamese company make custom Keyboard part!!
@@hwytran I know right?
Id love if you could make a version with the F row!!
@Viendi Studio, I'd love one of these with the function key row and wireless capability :)
@@hwytran don’t forget CherryB
Left handed number pads and extended 65% layouts don’t get enough love
facts
What’s extended 65% ?
@@TarekAlShawwa i meant to say extended 60%. Basically a 60% keyboard with the number pad slapped on. No arrows, nav cluster or top F row. Nice slim compact design. A good example is the vortex vibe or the candy bar
@@Michael-pg7rv I've never seen or heard of those before, thanks for the examples, made it really easy to look up, appreciate it!
@@TarekAlShawwa exploded 65% is when the arrow keys and function keys are separated from the main alphas and modifiers. look at something like the alpine65 or keychron q2 for some examples
This layout makes logical & ergonomical sense.
Holy hell I love this layout.
Never understood why numpads are on the right. We can learn to "numpad" left handed.
Unless you're a competitive calculator speedrunner, like the ones in East Asia. Then you either got to find the left-handed numpad/calculator, or learn to do hand gymnastics
20 years ago I used to play multiplayer games with my brother using one KBM, That was my last legitimate usecase for right handed numpads.
after working in an accountants annd doing a million number entries a day i agree, would have let me keep one hand on the mouse and enter numbers at the same time. Quite a broad application but 99.999999999% of people who would benefit would never pay for their own keyboard let alone an upgrade from the standard Dell one that seems to be in every office
EDIT - i commented on this before that part of the video came up
So happy to see this finally hitting the spotlight. I remembered talking to the designer in person when the board was in a very early stage and was very rudimentary.
Good luck to the runner and anyone who is interested in joining the buy. Knowing the runner I am more than sure this board is going to be stellar.
5:20 this shot is immaculate, the ewhite plus the gold accents looks so good on this keyboard looks so premium.
Lookin like a candybar or a southpaw 980mini on another level 🤩
Great design that just makes absolute sense. This is how keyboards should have been designed from the very beginning.
When you're looking for a different approach on getting your numpad with rotary encoder and don't want to spend a fortune, consider getting a macro pad. I just build a 4x4 plaid pad with 14 switches and two rotary encoders. Easily programmable with VIAL and it works like a charm. I spent about 75 USD (65 EUR) for this solution.
yup!
I'm right handed and a left hand numpad just makes so much more sense.
I always thought that a left hand numpad would make a lot more sense, even as a right handed person
Tbh I've always *loved* the look of knobs/dials on keyboards, have no idea why, just tend to gravitate towards keyboards that have them.
finally the numpad is at its right place
God you really just take it to the next level with each video. Your product photography/cinematography constantly blows my socks off
Great work dude 👌
ty cujjj
Looks well made, doesn't ping and hollow even without foam...
I really like that lefty Aegis keyboard, I want it now.
Noone has ever explain the benefits of a left handed numpad to me so I always assumed it was an aesthetic choice.
Thanks Tae!
Those shots at a carpark actually looked amazing, especially the one at the yellow stripes, really complimented the colors on the board.
Many thanks!
I hope big player like kbdfans will make some southpaw layout in the future
This may have been the most clean video I've ever seen
I didn't think you would feature a vietnamese company custom mech keyboard like this before, BTW greetings from Ha Noi! 🥰🇻🇳
This keyboard looks unique with such a layout. The overall design also looks neat and elegant…nice 👍🏻😍
What do people have against having buttons on a keyboard? You go through the effort of adding a numpad and a knob and then leave off the f-row and nav cluster. Brilliant.
board with F-row may come in future the designer said. the 10L, we have voiced that we want this in viendi discord.
Tae, your creativity and uniqueness is really starting to show. Loving the outdoor shots of this mate and looking forward to you raising the bar on these videos woweee
cheers torryyyyyyy
this dude
I need to start blocking some sites now. I hate that I want this so bad and at my level, I cannot justify the cost.
✅ South paw, arrow key clusters on the right, left knob, premium looks, VIA compatible,
I wish they could make a cheaper version. PC case and or plate, hotswap,
Only a man can dream.. i need to re evaluate my decisions in life...
Let's goooooo! More left numpad please!
Other manufacturers need to make this layout to drive down the price. bet there's many people that'd like this kind of layout
Where has this been all my life
Small form factor keyboards with a left side numpad? Count me in!
Also shiny brass plate is always so shiny...
Love that there are keyboards being designed by Saigon’s keyboard lovers. The community here is quite small and isn’t the most familiar with more premium boards like this but this is an amazing board. The video is great as always
Saigon (handshake) Brazil
YES! the viendi server has been waiting for this day! Great video tae!
Man I really love the brass accent bezel. Looks unique!
that 4:42 shot is so crisp! **chefs kiss**
How do these videos keep getting consistently better!? Yet another very enjoyable video!
hbd jammy
That board is Hot. It's out of my LEAGUE!
I hate that these layouts are so rare, I'm only 20, been studying CS for 3 years and using a right hand numpad layout for 8-10 years, and I'm already noticing differences in my posture and range of motion that come specifically from having to move my right hand so much between keybaord and mouse, while my left hand just sits over the same area all the time. I can't wait to get one of these
oh no. I think I'm evolving into an enthusiast. Slowly and steadily $300+ usd isn't looking so ludicrous for a rectangle.
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knowing this kb come from a local shop in my country make me happy somehow
also the "jwick yellow" got me so hard, lol
like your video, detail and good effect
ye lol, i got them with the keyboard, and for whatever reason just assumed they were gat yellows lol
Awesome video Tae, love the music for the assembly around 3:45 ❤️
The production value of this video is insane. 😱
I really love your videos. The yt algorithm blessed me with your video on building a discord board months back and I quickly fell in love with your content! Honestly I didn't even know there were different types of keyboards at the time and now I'm 2 keyboards and 4 groupbuys deep hahahaha I regularly comeback just to rewatch some because its so relaxing. So I just want to say thank you 😁 I hope you're happy and healthy 💗
southpaw is so underrated.
really love your videos mate, keep it up^^
Cám ơn! Từ Sài Gòn, Việt Nam.
This in matte black with a dark grey keycap set with kailh box pinks would be my perfect end game!
there is a nero black version which has a black nickel plated brass plate that fans in the discord think might be popular, Long Tran has a video of the Black nero version from building prototype months ago.
Tory with that p1 babyy! He's back
gg tory
Mod tap arrows are an underused concept.
the kim lip on the bottom of your daily driver tho
man of taste
Man oh man those B roll so sick
Left numpad is definitely more ergonomic. Hopefully there will be many budget boards in this form factor so I can get my hands on one!
As always, a great review
This is an awesome build. The left numpad is really great, I am now so tempted with this layout
the led bleed on the 4th RGB led is maybe from not installing the foam gasket. it can be blocked by other methods too like a tiny piece of tape if you don't want to use the gasket.
I love the layout but I'd rather a full numpad to one with a knob, and I need a much lower price 😬. Other then that, it looks perfect for me. If it could be made with cheaper materials to lower the price I'd be totally down.
epomaker have a very budget friendly left hand numpad keyboard :)
for some reason i read the thumbnail as "vin diesel". i'm disappointed by the lack of family in this video 🙁
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for family
Perfect layout!
Love the layout, but the board doesn't sound great with the brass plate.
This keyboard makes sense.
Southpaw is the only right way for numpad, if it's needed.
absolute beaut
I like this, its really unique. Not your standard 60% or 65%. Just not a fan of the right shift doubling as an up arrow key
there are 3 or 4 options for the arrows there and you can split that shift key I believe on this board. several optional layouts are published as options for people. I might start using arrows on the left numpad and stop lifting my hand from the right mouse more.
@@nidusa1 oh, thats cool then. Too bad i cant really afford another board haha
its finally happening!
I joined the Hidari Group Buy. Looking forward to having a numpad on the left. I already use the Stellar 12 on my left hand and a Murphpad on my right hand.
hidari looks sleeeek
damn ur getting high quality videos now nice
High quality video as always.
Really beautiful intro man
funny, i was thinking about getting a 60% + separate numpad on left side.
and possibly mapping the numpad as function row on a separate layer, which if you miss the function row, it might work well
this makes so much sense wtf
Oh man it looks so good. Think it’s probably coming in soon
Great as always Sir.
I wish I could use a keyboard like this. Keeping the alpha cluster centered is much more ergonomic than having it off to the left. Unfortunately, I've gone and gotten myself addicted to buckling springs, so I'm stuck with whatever layouts those keyboards are produced in. Perhaps I'll buy a Mini M if I can convince myself I don't need a numpad.
alpha board layout right here
I think it's the brass plate, but it sounds lackluster compared to other boards. Not entirely bad, but just lacking. Everything is preference tho.
yeh, combination of many things. didnt blow me away, so here's to hoping it gets better
I wonder if they're going to release the plate files; I would love to get a polycarb plate cut for this.
thank you for posting the Viendi review, I was hopeful for a long time waiting since we heard in August from the viendi discord you would be doing one :). I am a fan of your videos in general. could you tell us how you programmed the Shift key to be short tap Arrow and long hold Shift? this is an interesting way to do the arrow.
Thank you, sorry for the wait. I didn't program it myself, they sent me the file to flash it lol
Here is how:
- On QMK, put this into the Right Shift input: MT(MOD_RSFT, KC_UP)
- On VIA, on tab Special, assign the Right Shift with "Any" button, then put in MT(MOD_RSFT, KC_UP)
Note: this is called "Mod tap" you can do the similar to other Mod keys like Ctrl, Alt,...
Ngl Tae the “JWICK yellows” threw me off 🤣
for whatever reason, i thought they were gat yellows hahaha
I think only those whose hands almost never leave the keyboard would utilize a right hand numpad. Most other people with desk space would be better off with one on the left, or none at all. Kinda interested.
The king is back again
My wife wants to know the song you used for the intro. She got so entranced by that she also loved your review!
artlist.io/song/73389/small-rainbows---instrumental-version
Just got into keyboards and this is my 100% perfect build and its expensive and not including all parts and requires soldering :(((
a lot of people in discord have said this is their endgame board so they are going all out on it.
It boggles me why isn't it the standard for numpad on the left. It makes much more sense! This way both your hands are reaching equal distance to the alphabet, and when you use your mouse with left hand, you can adjust numbers on the right! I'm really jealous with left-handed people for using mouse on their left. The majority of keyboards make sense to them!
Guess I'm not enthusiast level enough (or too old) cuz I still remember getting into mechs to -eliminate- flex (and mushy switches obvs), not create more of it but hey whatever, i guess. You crazy kids these days with your bouncy boards :-)
the board of my dreams is a 75% with a left numpad, someday in the future someone is going to make that and i wish i could say that id buy it immediately but unless its like 100usd ill be sticking with my janked aliexpress setup for now..
great vid as always, left numpad users rise up!!
Epomaker gk96 exist u know
@@khoitranhuy3544 i actually didnt know this existed, looking at it now and its perfect. was about to buy an rk84 and a separate numpad but id rather save up a bit more to get this instead. thanks!
I thought this layout was perfect until i saw the arrow keys. WHY?
it supports several configurations for the arrow keys. however, because it's essentially a 60%, theres always a few compromises
13:07 that fall tho
Those knobs are gotoh VK dome guitar knobs and they come exactly in those four colors. You can buy them for like $5-6 if you want. They even have some artisan models.
this is the most sense anything has ever been. why on earth is it not commonplace
perfect music and cutting. Nice video
good morning
gm TOBY
I immediately searched for how to build a custom PCB so I can make this myself... Anyone knows of a clone or a budget version of this?
not the exact same thing, but the Epomaker GK96S has a left hand numpad variant :)
@@TaeKeyboards I saw that one. The arrow keys bugged me. I'm pretty new to this whole thing and needed a new keyboard and ur videos definitely helped me out. Thanks!
I ended up ordering a Drop Alt, Holy Panda and Ducky One keycaps set that doesn't quite fit lol Thanks again!
Love your videos
Hi TeaKeyboards!
Kim Lip... I see you!
2 uploads in 1 month!
imagine
Good Morning TaeKeyboards! Amazing stuff as always. Saigon?
cheers daniel. what do you wish to know about saigon?
Oh and by the way the Vietnamese word on the card is Thank you
yup!
Oh man I love this layou-waitaminute! Where my up arrow key at? Nvm I hate it. In all seriousness, I love keyboards with unique layouts like this. Tired of the 60% sh!t
it supports several bottom row / arrow configurations :)
It's beautiful
Thoughts on TKC Candybar? Similar layout with numpad but it’s 40%.
yeh i actually dont mind the candybar left hand layout. normally i cant use 40% because it has no numrow, so it would be interesting to have the numpad there .
Another cool video
I feel like the Hi-Finger 7.5 would be a perfect keyboard for Tae. Premium sound and feel with a numpad, but the odd layout keeps it compact on the desk.
I have the M0lly and its similar layout but just right hand numpad. I just use the arrow keys on the numpad instead of making dedicated arrow keys.