Each keystroke
a note,
every typing session
a melody
Cadence 75
Cadence 75 is a classic mechanical keyboard crafted from premium-quality materials, designed by a drummer - with a notable focus on acoustics. Every aspect of its design is perfected to create the optimal acoustic environment, delivering a satisfying sound profile that can be fine-tuned through an extensive range of customization options.
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Ends July 15th, 2025
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DIY Kit - Perfected by you
The Cadence 75 is delivered as a DIY keyboard kit.* The perfect instrument isn't something you can just buy off the shelf; it's something you make. This way, you can tune it to your exact liking.
* Switches, stabilizers and keycaps are not included.
For those who don't need it - but still want it
Let's be real, a cheaper keyboard is just as good for getting the job done. Cadence 75, however, is more than just a tool: it's an extension of you - a statement of your style and standards. Cadence 75 is for those who know the difference. Those who hear the subtle, feel the genuine.
A statement, front and center
On most high-end mechanical keyboards, decorative engravings and design elements are hidden on the backside—out of sight, pressed against the desk. We wanted to change that. Instead of only embellishing the backside, Cadence 75 features a visually striking accent trim on the front, adding a touch of refinement where it truly matters—right where you see and experience it every day.
Various colours and plate materials
Customize your experience further by choosing from a variety of colors and plate materials (available as add-ons). Do you prefer a deep-sounding keyboard? Try the polypropylene or polycarbonate plate. If you're after a more clacky sound signature, go with carbon fiber option. Or stick with the included FR4 plate for a balanced sound and feel.
Built to last
The keyboard is CNC-machined from solid 6063 aluminium and brass, and assembled with visible screws. The weight and trim piece are PVD-coated and the case anodized, making them both aesthetically pleasing and durable. There are no batteries to charge, no unproven features to fail—just reliable, tried-and-true functionality designed to stand the test of time.
75% ISO or ANSI layout
A 75% layout with ~83 keys in a symmetrical formation: no blocked keys, no "exploded" or offset keyclusters. Inculding an F-row with keys kept evenly distributed.
Hot-Swap
Both ISO and ANSI PCBs are hot-swappable, allowing you to easily install and swap switches without soldering.
Top Mount or Gasket Mount
Choose the traditional isolated top-mounting style or go with the gasket mount for a subdued sound profile as well as a slightly more flexible typing feel.
QMK/VIA
With support for QMK and VIA, you have full control over key mapping and macros. VIA offers a user-friendly interface for making real-time changes to your layout.
The Cadence
"Each keystroke a note, every typing session a melody"
The name Cadence draws inspiration from the world of music. In musical composition, a cadence serves two purposes: it marks the rhythm that drives a piece forward and provides a satisfying resolution at its conclusion.
The engraved audio waveform on the brass weight pays tribute to this concept. It visually symbolises the rhythmic cadence of typing and captures the keyboard’s dedication to achieving a refined sound profile.
Where typing becomes music
Cadence 75 is designed by a drummer, bringing high standards for sound into every aspect of its design. Considerable effort have gone into selecting the right design solutions and materials to create the ideal acoustic environment.
Tuning the experience
Adding a brass weight increases the keyboards overall mass, thereby lowering it's natural frequency, contributing to a lower pitched sound signature. Acoustic ribs - longitudinal grooves in the bottom case - shape the auditory experience by diffusing reflections. They scatter sound waves, reducing echoes and standing waves for a more balanced sound across all keys.
Furthermore, the use of gaskets and optional foams ensures a more subdued acoustic experience by minimising unwanted noise. The keyboard's enclosure is 'force broken' with silicone pads at each screw hole. This configuration is intended to minimise the transfer of vibrations between the top and bottom cases, thereby reducing resonance.
Contrary to the prevailing trend of utilizing silicone sleeves or blocks for the gasket mounting, we have opted for Poron gaskets due to their superior acoustic properties compared to silicone.
However, the eight top mounting points are isolated with silicone pads. The purpose of having different materials for the two mounting styles is to enhance the unique characteristics of each style and to avoid them sounding and feeling too similar.
The plate foam is made of EVA, a material effective at absorbing midtone frequencies, enabling customization towards either a clacky or thocky sound profile. The top case gaskets, intended for the gasket mount configuration, can also be used with the top mounting style. This versatility provides even more options for fine-tuning the keyboard's sound signature.
Easy assembly
The keyboard is designed for easy assembly and disassembly, making building and future modifications straightforward. Even beginners will find that building Cadence 75 is easy!
Built on legacy
Cadence evolves from the foundation laid by our previous project, the Drekiskip keyboard. We've retained the core qualities that made Drekiskip a success.
Cadence is designed to fit the plate and PCB of Drekiskip, ensuring backward compatibility between the two models.
Specifications
- 75% Layout, ISO or ANSI
- 6063 Aluminum Top and Bottom Case - sandblasted and anodized finish
- PVD-coated Brass Weight
- PVD-coated Brass Accent Trim Piece
- FR4 Mounting Plate
- Other materials available as add-ons: Copper, Carbon Fibre, Polycarbonate, Polypropylene - Hot-swap PCB, compatible with Cherry MX-style mechanical switches and screw-in stabilizers.
- QMK/VIA compatible
- Gasket Mount or isolated Top Mount
- Connectivity: USB-C
- Platefoam (EVA), Casefoam (Poron), Silicone Force Break-pads and Gaskets (Poron/EVA) for both mounting styles
- Comes with Carrying Case
Dimensions
Length / Depth: 330 mm / 159 mm
Front Height: 17.88 mm
Rear Height: 36.5 mm
Weight: 2.67 kg (including switches & keycaps)
Typing angle: 4.5°
Plates made of:
- Copper, Carbon Fiber, Polycarbonate, Polypropylene.
Digital files/3D models (STEP) for the plate, weight and accent trim piece. Adjust the components however you like using CAD software, and opt for home 3D printing or professional manufacturing by a local provider.
Assembly service for those of you who'd rather have the keyboard delivered fully assembled. Switches and stabilizers are included, but not keycaps.
Disclaimer: Keycaps shown in the images are for demonstration purposes only.
Please note that due to variations in monitor settings and lighting conditions, the colors of the actual product may appear slightly different than what you see on your screen.
Group buy is live now!
Closes on July 15th, 2025.
Limited to 50 units in total.