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Where did all the keyboard kits go? (lemmy.ml)
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I took a break from mechanical keyboards because I had a keyboard I was happy with. Now I need another for a second desk and it seems like all the keyboards people recommend now are fully pre-built.

This doesn't make sense to me, I really like the ability to chose my switches and keycaps (especially my keycaps). I don't see why you would get a keyboard that already has these when the first thing your going to do is replace them.

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[–] maegul@lemmy.ml 7 points 1 day ago

Not close to the space … but I think I noticed this too.

I’d guess a dynamic is that things went a bit mainstream which focused things on pre-built products.

I’ve certainly gathered that younger types on TikTok are into “thocky” sounding keyboards and the general aesthetic aspect of the experience … not so much the DIY & customisation aspect.