A customizable, portable mechanical keyboard. Snap together engineering - great for enthusiasts and learners alike.
618 backers pledged $93,257 to help bring this project to life.
What do you see when you look to the clouds? At TheVan we see potential. Creativity. Dreams. Freedom. Communication. Possibility.
Kumo is an evolution of our classic MiniVan keyboard. A high quality, fully programmable keyboard for the modern user. Designed to be portable as well as functional, some new features debut with Kumo that will move us toward our future of input customization.
A programmable mechanical keyboard gives you the ability to style everything. The type of switch, styles and colors of parts, and the particular function of every key.
Kumo will be manufactured with hot swap sockets. Hot swap compatibility means you can change your layout in a few quick snaps. Pull a switch out and pop it in where you need, or install a different feeling switch entirely. The choice is up to you.
Changing your keycaps is just as easy as changing switches. For removal just pull straight up firmly, for installation push straight down firmly.
Want to add media buttons, time saving macros for work, or a specific layout for a game or program? Visit the editor and see what you can do with your keyboard.
A small form factor (250mm x 85mm x 30mm) and solid build quality means that you can bring Kumo along wherever you go. Having the functionality of a full keyboard that fits in a bag or pocket, means that you can travel anywhere with the tools you need to work - without sacrificing space. A lightweight, stylish case gives you freedom from being weighed down when you move. Perfect for writing, working, or fun.
52 keycaps in a uniform profile, mean that you can re-arrange your keys however you please. Because they are made of PBT plastic you can rest assured they feel as great as they look.
Switch selection will be made after campaign completion.
Switch plate (~$12USD) will be an add-on, chosen upon campaign completion.
Cases and keycaps shown are production prototypes.
More information on the MiniVan can be found HERE.
Our number one priority is always to have our supporters typing happily on their keyboards.
MiniVan hotswap PCB, switches, stabilizers, keycaps, cable, hardware, injection molded case (Kickstarter exclusive).