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Command 65 R2 Keyboard Kit

$219.00 AUD
Tax included.
by Play Keyboard
Type: Mechanical keyboard kit
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Description

Inspired by the classic Commodore 64, the Command 65 project was well supported by the keyboard community, took more than a year to develop, with an eventual revamping the original design of the Commodore 64.

Now returning as a R2 as more affordable and with tri-mode connectivity, the new Command 65 has retro functions such as toggle switches and buzzer, along with the modern keyboard layout and wireless connections.

Exclusive offer Preorder by 18th Jan 2025 AU time, and get 15% off Hammerworks CRP keycaps. Note that both Command 65 R2 keyboard kit and Hammerworks CRP keycaps, will need to be fulfilled/shipped together.

Command 65 supports USB/BT/2.4G connections. And also allow keys remapping and QMK/VIA/LINK compatible firmware. Max two BL-5J batteries are allowed with the battery module and the battery-life would last up to two months. The batteries can be charged when the keyboard is plugged in. Custom macros can be executed by toggling switches. Every Command 65 comes with 3 high quality NKK toggle switches from Japan.

Poron mid dampener, IXPE switch foam and bottom silicone dampener helps to mute the sound while maintaining the flex typing experience.

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Specifications

Specifications:

  • Tri-mode module and battery board that supports 2 batteries
  • High quality NKK toggle switches (for bluetooth & programmable switches) from Japan
  • Buzzer to create retro vibe
  • Specially designed top mounting
  • Size: 356 x 154mm, approx. 23.22mm front height
  • Weight: approx. 1055g with switches and keycaps on
  • Material & finish: high quality injected ABS cases with spray painting, black POM plate
  • Connectivity: USB C/Bluetooth/2.4G
  • Layout: ANSI/ISO, split backspace supported
  • 1.6mm Thickness Flex Cut PCB
  • Hot-swappable PCB
  • Silicone plate and bottom dampeners
  • QMK Firmware, supports VIA & LINK

What’s included?

  • Top case and bottom case x1
  • Main PCB x1
  • Tri-mode module daughter board x1
  • Toggle switch daughterboard x1
  • USB-C connector daughterboard x1
  • POM plate x1
  • Plate installation bar x1
  • Silicone plate dampener x1
  • BL-5J dual batteries module (batteries not included) x1
  • Silicone bottom dampener x1
  • Name plate sticker set x1
  • Rubber feet set x1
  • M2i5*8 case screws x8
  • M2*6 screws for daughterboard and battery module x10
  • M2i5*6 screws for plate installation bar x4
  • M2*3 plate screws x6
  • M2*3 PCB screws x6
  • M2*3i5 plate & PCB installation screw nuts x6
Notes

Preorder info:

  • Preorder opens: 15th Jan 2025 10AM AU
  • Estimated fulfilment: Mid March 2025

Exclusive offer:

  • Preorder by end of 18th Jan 2025 AU time, and get 15% off Hammerworks CRP keycaps. Both Command 65 R2 and Hammerworks CRP keycaps, if preordered together, will be fulfilled/shipped together.

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