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Title: [IC] Hermes - A sleek Numpad/Macropad to compliment your setup.
Post by: shiva1796 on Tue, 11 November 2025, 19:51:15
Introducing Hermes

(https://imagedelivery.net/5Lj-4KVs36OWCtiVSZ4L1Q/59a4aa57-7a32-47e4-ac6f-20c042eae200/public)

Hey everyone,

We’re excited to share Hermes Our upcoming numpad/macropad project. We designed Hermes so that it compliments your current setup

Overview

Hermes will be available in two editions, each designed for a different audience while keeping the same core design language:

• 3D-Printed Edition – Built for affordability and accessibility. 
Features an optional middle accent plate and metal badge upgrade for those wanting extra flair.

• Aluminum Edition – A premium, CNC-milled version featuring brass, copper and PC accent options for a high-end, refined finish.

Both editions will share the same mounting style, PCB compatibility, and design proportions, keeping Hermes consistent across all builds. Only difference between the 3D printed and Aluminum Hermes will be the bottom housing, the 3D printed version wont support a weight config.


Technical Highlights

✓ Top-Mount Design – Balanced acoustics and feel 
✓ Low Front Height – Hermes has a 17.6mm front height
✓ QMK + VIA Support – Fully programmable, Firmware will be made open source once it launches.
✓ Underglow Lighting – Included on both hotswap and solderable PCBs 
✓ Middle Accent Plate Options – Available in brass, copper or frosted PC (for underglow diffusion) 
✓ PCB Options – 1.6mm Hotswap and 1.6mm Solderable PCB will be available
✓ Patina Finish Planned – You will be able to purchase Patina'd middle plate, badge and weight.
✓ Themed Keycaps – We're currently working on custom themed keycaps to go with Hermes which will be available in Aluminum, Brass and Copper.

(https://imagedelivery.net/5Lj-4KVs36OWCtiVSZ4L1Q/a157f54d-367a-45dd-5a49-2287f31c8300/public)

(https://imagedelivery.net/5Lj-4KVs36OWCtiVSZ4L1Q/4354b818-559b-41d7-6fb1-0c19d904ef00/public)

The PCB is being finalized and will fully support QMK + VIA at launch. 
Prototypes for both case variants are currently in production.


Voting & Community Input

We've been working with our discord community and gathering feedback on it, if you'd like to influence it or future designs or just staying in the loop our discord is the perfect place for it!

Both color voting and weight design voting are live now.

Color Voting – Ended 
Weight Design Voting – Ended

Your input will directly influence final production decisions, from colors to weight design. 

👉Vote Here


Renders
 
(https://imagedelivery.net/5Lj-4KVs36OWCtiVSZ4L1Q/e9925f5f-8a36-4c7a-33ed-3733fbce1a00/public)
 
(https://imagedelivery.net/5Lj-4KVs36OWCtiVSZ4L1Q/1187b9b5-df89-42cb-abee-f6ab32300c00/public)

(https://imagedelivery.net/5Lj-4KVs36OWCtiVSZ4L1Q/59a4aa57-7a32-47e4-ac6f-20c042eae200/public) 
 
(https://imagedelivery.net/5Lj-4KVs36OWCtiVSZ4L1Q/19309af4-a24d-405c-978b-8b196e0c1a00/public) 

(https://imagedelivery.net/5Lj-4KVs36OWCtiVSZ4L1Q/3491af4d-694c-4e09-2675-012f48136600/public) 

(https://imagedelivery.net/5Lj-4KVs36OWCtiVSZ4L1Q/40526f82-a56d-476c-6f6e-15d8ed0b6100/public)

Please vote for your favorite colors as only 5 will make it to production
Voting has ended!

Weight Designs 

Hermes will offer PC,Brass,Copper and Patina'd finishes, with designs currently being voted on. 

(https://imagedelivery.net/5Lj-4KVs36OWCtiVSZ4L1Q/2b314de9-7b6f-4702-53fe-92a85968b400/public)

Development Progress

• Prototypes — In production 
• PCB — Final design under validation 
• Firmware — QMK + VIA supported 
• Case Model — Locked and undergoing machining 
• Voting — Ended

Once the prototypes arrive, we’ll begin testing and share updates with full transparency — including fit, finish, and firmware performance.


Join the Community

Hermes is still evolving, and your voice matters. 
We’d love to hear your feedback, from materials and finishes to feature ideas and layout suggestions.

🔗 Discord: Join NyxKeys Discord (https://discord.gg/P66DcmwSTb) 
🌐 Website: NyxKeys Official Website (https://www.nyxkeys.com/)


"Hermes embodies speed, craftsmanship, and intention. Our take on what a numpad should be: elegant, versatile, and accessible."

Stay tuned for prototype updates ⚡️
Title: Re: [IC] Hermes - A sleek Numpad/Macropad to compliment your setup.
Post by: godsson on Sat, 15 November 2025, 03:50:56
Wow -- super interesting design here. Eager to hear how the prototypes sound with that second internal plate and weight.
Title: Re: [IC] Hermes - A sleek Numpad/Macropad to compliment your setup.
Post by: johnkeyboard on Sat, 15 November 2025, 04:43:24
Great design and offering a cheaper, 3d-printed version is such a great idea
Title: Re: [IC] Hermes - A sleek Numpad/Macropad to compliment your setup.
Post by: shiva1796 on Sat, 15 November 2025, 21:49:44
Quote from: godsson on Sat, 15 November 2025, 03:50:56
Wow -- super interesting design here. Eager to hear how the prototypes sound with that second internal plate and weight.
Thankyou! I too am excited to see what they sound like will update the post asap!
Title: Re: [IC] Hermes - A sleek Numpad/Macropad to compliment your setup.
Post by: shiva1796 on Sat, 15 November 2025, 21:50:16
Quote from: shiva1796 on Sat, 15 November 2025, 21:49:44
Quote from: godsson on Sat, 15 November 2025, 03:50:56
Wow -- super interesting design here. Eager to hear how the prototypes sound with that second internal plate and weight.
Thankyou! I too am excited to see what they sound like will update the post asap!
Thankyou! we wanted it to be accessible to everyone!
Title: Re: [IC] Hermes - A sleek Numpad/Macropad to compliment your setup.
Post by: KOBO ISSHI on Sun, 16 November 2025, 05:02:54
ooooh brass accents. top work
Title: Re: [IC] Hermes - A sleek Numpad/Macropad to compliment your setup.
Post by: jawoo on Sun, 16 November 2025, 10:45:17
an option to avoid the weight design?
Title: Re: [IC] Hermes - A sleek Numpad/Macropad to compliment your setup.
Post by: shiva1796 on Sun, 16 November 2025, 15:31:02
Quote from: jawoo on Sun, 16 November 2025, 10:45:17
an option to avoid the weight design?
At the moment only the 3d printed version is weightless would you like the alu to be weightless?
Title: Re: [IC] Hermes - A sleek Numpad/Macropad to compliment your setup.
Post by: shiva1796 on Sun, 16 November 2025, 15:32:50
Quote from: jawoo on Sun, 16 November 2025, 10:45:17
an option to avoid the weight design?
Thankyou!
Title: Re: [IC] Hermes - A sleek Numpad/Macropad to compliment your setup.
Post by: shiva1796 on Sun, 16 November 2025, 16:14:19
Quote from: KOBO ISSHI on Sun, 16 November 2025, 05:02:54
ooooh brass accents. top work
Thankyou!
Title: Re: [IC] Hermes - A sleek Numpad/Macropad to compliment your setup.
Post by: xyloris on Thu, 20 November 2025, 18:12:26
absolute fan of the engravings!
Title: Re: [IC] Hermes - A sleek Numpad/Macropad to compliment your setup.
Post by: shiva1796 on Mon, 24 November 2025, 20:20:08
Quote from: xyloris on Thu, 20 November 2025, 18:12:26
absolute fan of the engravings!

Thankyou! these were made by the community!
Title: Re: [IC] Hermes - A sleek Numpad/Macropad to compliment your setup.
Post by: shiva1796 on Mon, 01 December 2025, 20:35:26
Changelog

December 1 2025