DROP + Matt3o MT3 /dev/tty Keycap Set for 65% Keyboards - Compatible with Cherry MX Switches and Clones (65% 70-Key Kit), 65% Kit (70-keys)

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Legends: Consider whether you want legends (letters and symbols) printed on your MT3 keycaps. If you prefer a clean and minimalist appearance, you might lean toward keycaps without legends. However, if you rely on touch typing, keycaps with legends might be more convenient. These keycaps feature doubleshot legends, a superior printing method where legends are permanently molded inside the keycap, ensuring durability and consistency. The set’s versatility is another advantage, as it covers a wide range of keyboard layouts, including fullsize, tenkeyless, winkeyless, 60%, 65%, and 75% layouts. Compatibility Issues: These keycaps don’t offer universal compatibility, as their non-standard design may not fit properly on keyboards with different layouts or sizes. This can be particularly frustrating for users who have invested significant time and resources into their mechanical keyboard setup.

dev/tty is the very geeky and very hard to pronounce name of the very first keycaps set developed with the MT3 profile. The main strength of double-shot molding is that the legends are hard-wearing and won’t fade or be scratched away over time. Color combinations are also essentially limitless, as there’s no dye or engraving involved here. This is why most of the popular aftermarket keycap sets are double-shot. To make your set future proof and maintain a high resell value you should get: Base kit + Mods kit + Extra mods. Of course if you have a full size keyboard also grab the Numpad. Everything else is up to your taste. This set is designed from scratch, it is not mutually exchangeable with anything on the market. The look is close to an IBM beam spring, but it’s not a clone of that either. Fortunately the guys at Massdrop were super excited about the project and willing to help both monetarily and with their invaluable know-how in working with China. I won’t never be able to thank Yanbo (from MD) enough for his continued support and patience dealing with a perfectionist asshole such as myself.DROP + Matt3o /dev/tty Keycaps, a keycap set that pays homage to the iconic IBM beamspring terminals of the 1970s while offering modern compatibility and durability. Crafted meticulously from dye-sublimated PBT plastic in the Hi-Profile MT3 profile, these keycaps are designed to take your typing experience to the next level. And now some old fashioned FAQ. FAQ Where can I buy it? Are there other distributors apart from Massdrop? Where can I buy it in Europe? Constructed using high-quality PBT material with dye-sublimated legends, this keycap set is engineered for durability, ensuring that the key legends won’t fade even after extensive use. The MT3 profile, a modern reinterpretation of the slanted switch layout found in vintage computer terminals, offers an optimized layout for contemporary keyboards. It borrows its design cues from the iconic IBM beamspring terminals of the 1970s, featuring a distinct curve that extends across each row of keys and keys that are thoughtfully scooped to help guide your fingers effortlessly across the keyboard. It doesn’t stop there, either. Once you’ve chosen a keycap set that fits your theme, artisan keycaps can be the cherry on top to really tie things together. Some of the more sought-after artisans are limited-edition items sold either via group buys or raffles, so you’ll have to be alert to grab them.

But the appeal of these keycaps doesn’t stop there. The set includes captivating extras like the Marvel logo, Iron Man in flight, his iconic helmet, and the Arc Reactor. These additional keycaps add a touch of individuality to any keyboard, transforming it into a standout piece. So, let this be clear: MT3 is NOT a Signature Plastic SA clone! It has been designed from scratch, we created the 3D models by hand piece by piece, we did not 3D scan an existing set. Our CAD expert, Tom “photekq” Radley, is not only incredibly talented with Solidworks but he is also a member of community. His understanding and love for mechanical keyboards were crucial in designing this set and I’m grateful he accepted to be part of this project.MT3 profile keycaps are specifically crafted for compatibility with Cherry MX switches and their variants, featuring a distinctive concave shape that deviates from the conventional OEM profile. This keycap profile set draws inspiration from the 1970s IBM beamspring terminals and is meticulously sculpted from high-quality dye-sublimated PBT plastic in a Hi-Profile configuration. What truly sets these keycaps apart is their exclusive MT3 profile, a unique sculpted design created by DROP. The MT3 profile features keys with a gentle scoop, providing a comfortable and efficient typing experience. This ergonomic design not only enhances typing speed but also accuracy. The keycaps are constructed from doubleshot ABS material, ensuring that the legends remain crisp and vibrant, even with heavy and prolonged use.