Overview
This project is a vintage-inspired keycap set developed in collaboration with Keykobo.
The design is rooted in classic terminals and early digital interface aesthetics.
Its color and graphic direction is visually influenced by the EP-40 RIDDIM sampler, particularly the use of green-on-neutral interface markings and controlled accent colors.
Rather than following a specific theme, the set is conceived as a system-oriented design, focused on structure, clarity, and long-term visual balance.
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Color & Legends
Base colors: U9 / L9
Primary legends: Green
Secondary legends: Orange cadet sub-legends
Legend style: Cadet
The palette establishes a familiar vintage foundation, while the green and orange legend system introduces a more vivid and active visual rhythm.
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Novelties
A small set of optional novelty keys is included.
These keys feature symbolic graphics derived from electronic and audio-related iconography.
They are intended purely as visual accents and do not represent specific functions.
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Kitting
Base
(https://imgur.com/JfY6rIq.jpg)
Alpha
(https://imgur.com/yKNeMN2.jpg)
Extension
(https://imgur.com/SFLFFUL.jpg)
Alert
(https://imgur.com/sQa5MLG.jpg)
40s
(https://imgur.com/bmNkZ8K.jpg)
10U&BAE
(https://imgur.com/hwS39u9.jpg)
Numpad
(https://imgur.com/OmnIHFD.jpg)
Macro
(https://imgur.com/z8DBABk.jpg)
Relegendables
(https://imgur.com/WbwnQyP.jpg)
Spacebar
(https://imgur.com/656zwVZ.jpg)
UK
(https://imgur.com/rUPUu9m.jpg)
Kits and final contents may be adjusted based on IC feedback.
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Renderting
(https://imgur.com/YbIBax9.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/UJhhXkD.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/ZXfPJED.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/CheQHLY.jpg)
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Designer
Designed by Takano, an independent enthusiast and long-time mechanical keyboard hobbyist.
This is Takanos first keycap project, developed from a personal interest in terminal-style interfaces and electronic hardware design.
Alongside this set, Takano is preparing to release his first keyboard in the near future and has recently established an independent studio, pixtendolab, focused on experimental keyboard and interface-related projects.
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Manufacturer
Keykobo
Material: ABS
Production Process: Double-shot, Triple-shot
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Vendors
TBD