Meet the Creators of the Compact Ergo: A Conversation with Bowl and Gondolindrim

Join us in this interview as we explore the journey behind the creation of the Compact Ergo keyboard with designers Bowl and Gondolindrim. Discover the inspiration, challenges, and successes that brought this new keyboard to life. From the initial concept to the final product, Bowl and Gondolindrim share their insights and passion for mechanical keyboard design.
In this conversation, we look at the unique features and design approach of the Compact Ergo. Learn about the detailed process of PCB design, the importance of user experience, and what makes this keyboard special in the community. Whether you’re a keyboard enthusiast or new to the hobby, this interview offers a look at the skill and dedication behind one of the most unique keyboards.
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⌨️ Keyboard Specs
・ Keyboard: Compact Ergo
・ Switches: Gateron Milky Yellow
・ Keycaps: GMK Shashin Keycaps
・ Build Details: Aluminum plate
・ Sound Recording: Rode NT1 in an acoustic-treated room (+4 gain)
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Credits:
・ Jeoff - Director of Photography & Post-Production
・ Vy - Creative Director
・ Ysengrin - Content & Script Editor
Featuring:
・ Bowl
・ Gondolindrim

[@DygmaLab]

We always talk about how the number pad makes no sense on the right. We don't have it on our keyboards (we prefer layers) but if it were to be, it'd be on the left.

[@ScoopedBar]

Bowls next keyboard very much address this as well!

[@ratixyz]

This is what the hobby is about. Love this series!

[@ScoopedBar]

Thanks for the kind words! We got a lot more coming!

[@Flybeck]

Fun video, cool seeing the boys chat

[@halfling_barista]

Sounds beautiful

[@chenghoutan7589]

very nice video! bowl good gondo good compact ergo good scoopedbars good

[@ScoopedBar]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@rudivandoornegat2371]

Looks great.
Numpad on the left, that's genius.
And who will make a keyboard with all keys to the left of the Q column and to the right of the P column, moved to the center?
Space, Enter, Backspace and Shift should all be thumb keys. Other could best be handled by the index finger.

[@DygmaLab]

That exists. You should check the Dygma Defy 😊

[@rudivandoornegat2371]

That's true. 😂

[@nnavu99]

is Alice really ergonomic tho?

[@takhtaulov]

Is it full milky Gat Yellow or black nylon bottom + milky top (KS-3x47)?

[@BowlKeyboards]

Full milky