FREEBIRD QUICKSTART GUIDE

We designed this QuickStart Guide to assist you with setting up your FreeBird keyboard, as well as replacing keycaps, changing switches, or answering other troubleshooting questions that you may ha...

KFA Group Buy Update November 2, 2025

Hi Everyone, Thank you for your patience on pending GBs, we have very few of them left to fulfill. In fact, we might be on the very last one! Here is our latest update on status of various projects...

KFA Group Buy Updates (September 1, 2025)

Thank you to all of our wonderful customers at KFA! Here is the latest update on the various Group Buys that are still left on our end. As always, we appreciate your support and patience! TB8 The ...

KFA Group Buy Updates July 13, 2025

Hi everyone, Here are the latest updates on Group Buys at KFA!We are down to the following Group Buys left at KFA:1. JIRIS80: This group buy will probably never be fulfilled by the manufacturer, so...

Group Buy Update June 19, 2025

Hi everyone, Here are the latest updates for you on Group Buys that have not been fulfilled yet. We still receive a lot of in bound support tickets for updates on various group buys. We would appre...

Group Buy Update June 11, 2025

Hi everyone, here is the latest updates for you on Group Buys that have not been fulfilled yet. We still receive a lot of in bound support tickets for updates on various group buys. We would apprec...

Group Buy Update May 30, 2025

Hi everyone, here is the latest updates for you on Group Buys that are in process. Neo75, S46, TB8, and Zoom Tiga Great news! These shipments from China arrived early! They're currently at our ware...

Checklist for Buying Keyboard Parts Online

When building a custom mechanical keyboard, planning ahead is key. The process involves selecting compatible parts, managing costs, and understanding shipping and return policies. Here's a quick g...

Artisan Keycaps vs. Mass-Produced Keycaps

Artisan and mass-produced keycaps serve different purposes for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts. Artisan keycaps are handcrafted, decorative pieces often made in small batches, while mass-produced ...

Ultimate Guide to Keyboard Layers for Coding

Keyboard layers can transform your programming workflow. They allow a single key to perform multiple functions, depending on the active layer, reducing hand movement and improving efficiency. With...

How To Fix Cold Solder Joints

Cold solder joints cause issues like unresponsive keys and erratic behavior in mechanical keyboards. They occur when solder doesn’t properly bond between components and the PCB, often due to insuf...

PCB Layouts vs Keycap Profiles: Compatibility Guide

When building a custom keyboard, ensuring your PCB layout and keycap profile are compatible is crucial. The PCB determines the switch placement and layout, while the keycap profile affects the sha...

PCB Solder Joint Defects: Causes and Prevention

Solder joint defects are a leading cause of problems in mechanical keyboard PCBs. They can result in unresponsive keys, erratic behavior, or complete failures, often due to poor soldering techniqu...

How To Flash PCB/Keyboard With QMK

A quick written guide for beginners in the Mechanical Keyboard hobby on how to flash a PCB with QMK.