Feature
●A DASHING SET FULL OF ‘70S NOSTALGIA: In its heyday in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s, Data General’s “Dasher” terminal was part of a computing powerhouse. This historical terminal has been resurrected in the form of the Dasher keycap set.
●FROM THE IBM TERMINAL TO THE DESKTOP: Based on the profile form the iconic IBM beamspring terminals of the 1970s, this custom set is fully sculpted in Hi-Profile. From its heavily slanted design to the scooped, contoured tops of each cap, the set recreates the feel of vintage keyboards.
●DOUBLESHOT LEGENDS: As opposed to a dye-sublimiation process, these doubleshot legends are permanently molded inside the keycap, thus becoming an integral part of it. This ensures reliable legends and continuity throughout the set.
●BASE KIT: Covers fullsize, tenkeyless, winkeyless, 60%, 65%, and 75% Mechanical keyboards such as the Drop ALT, Carina, ENTR, and CTRL.
●SPECS: Produced by Drop, designed by zslane, ABS Hi-Profile MT3 keycaps, Doubleshot legends, MX compatible, and fully sculpted based on IBM beamspring keycaps.
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[Ortho Kit]
Description
A DASHING SET FULL OF ‘70S NOSTALGIA
In its heyday in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s, Data General’s “Dasher” terminal was part of a computing powerhouse. As the mech keys community has been known to do with historic typing machines, the terminal has been resurrected in the form of the Dasher keycap set?a striking, two-toned blue colorway reminiscent of the Dasher’s iconic keyboard. Originally designed in SA profile by community member zslane, Dasher is making its comeback in our exclusive MT3 profile: a tall, curved profile with scooped tops. Known for its unique slant across each row, MT3 offers a typing experience like no other. To keep you engaged for years to come, the keycaps feature a doubleshot ABS construction with legends that won’t fade.
FEEL THE DIFFERENCE OF MT3 PROFILE
To understand the appeal of MT3 profile, you have to understand its history. Many old computer terminals were constructed with a slanted switch layout from front to back. Because of that slant, the keycaps sat at an angle atop the switches. MT3 profile is a reimagination of that unique slanted build, but optimized for modern keyboards. Based on iconic IBM beamspring terminals of the 1970s, it’s sculpted with a prominent curve that extends across each row. On top of that, MT3 features scooped keys to help orient your fingers on the keyboard. Thanks to some significant design work from Matt3o, 3D modeling, and a whole lot of elbow grease, were proud to continue bringing this innovative profile to life.
FEEL THE DIFFERENCE OF MT3 PROFILE
To understand the appeal of MT3 profile, you have to understand its history. Many old computer terminals were constructed with a slanted switch layout from front to back. Because of that slant, the keycaps sat at an angle atop the switches. MT3 profile is a reimagination of that unique slanted build, but optimized for modern keyboards. Based on iconic IBM beamspring terminals of the 1970s, it’s sculpted with a prominent curve that extends across each row. On top of that, MT3 features scooped keys to help orient your fingers on the keyboard. Thanks to some significant design work from Matt3o, 3D modeling, and a whole lot of elbow grease, were proud to continue bringing this innovative profile to life.
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| Drop MT3 Dasher (Base Kit) | Drop MT3 Dasher (Ortho Kit) | Drop + Matt3o MT3 Susuwatari (Base Kit) | Drop MT3 Jukebox (Base Kit) | Drop MT3 Black-on-White (Base Kit) | Drop + Matt3o MT3 /dev/tty (Fullsize) | |
| Keyboard Layout: | 60%, 65%, 75%, Winkeyless, and Tenkeyless Keyboards | Ortholinear Layouts | 60%, 65%, 75&, Winkeyless, Tenkeyless, and Fullsize Keyboards | 60%, 65%, 75%, Winkeyless, Tenkeyless, and Fullsize Keyboards | 60%, 65%, 75%, Winkeyless, Tenkeyless, and Fullsize Keyboards | Fullsize 1800 Layout |
| Material: | Doubleshot ABS | Doubleshot ABS | Doubleshot ABS | Doubleshot ABS | Doubleshot ABS | Dye-sublimated PBT plastic |
| Switch Compatibility: | Cherry MX switches and clones including Gateron, Halo, Kaihua, and Holy Panda | Cherry MX switches and clones including Gateron, Halo, Kaihua, and Holy Panda | Cherry MX switches and clones including Gateron, Halo, Kaihua, and Holy Panda | Cherry MX switches and clones including Gateron, Halo, Kaihua, and Holy Panda | Cherry MX switches and clones including Gateron, Halo, Kaihua, and Holy Panda | Cherry MX switches and clones including Gateron, Halo, Kaihua, and Holy Panda |
| Spacebar Size: | 6.25u, 7.0u | Dual: 1u, 1.5u, and one 2.0u | 6.25u, 7.0u | 6.25u, 7.0u | 6.25u, 7.0u | 6.25u |
| Profile: | MT3 | MT3 | MT3 | MT3 | MT3 | MT3 |
| Designed for Drop Keyboards: | Drop ALT, Carina, CTRL, and ENTR | Drop Preonic and Planck | Drop ALT, Carina, Tokyo60, ENTR, CTRL, and SHIFT | Drop ALT, Carina, Tokyo60, ENTR, CTRL, and SHIFT | Drop ALT, Carina, Tokyo60, ENTR, CTRL, and SHIFT | Drop SHIFT |
| Other Layout Compatibility: | 60%, 65%, 75%, Winkeyless, and Tenkeyless Keyboards | 40%, OLKB, and Ortholinear | 60%, 65%, 75&, Winkeyless, Tenkeyless, and Fullsize Keyboards | 60%, 65%, 75&, Winkeyless, Tenkeyless, and Fullsize Keyboards | 60%, 65%, 75&, Winkeyless, Tenkeyless, and Fullsize Keyboards | Select Fullsize 1800 Layouts |
| Key Count: | 157 | 84 | 161 | 161 | 161 | 113 |
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| Drop + OLKB Planck Mechanical Keyboard Kit V6 | Drop + OLKB Preonic Keyboard MX Kit V3 | Drop Carina Mechanical Keyboard Kit | Drop ALT Mechanical Keyboard (Barebones) | Drop CTRL Mechanical Keyboard (Barebones) | |
| Key Count: | 47 Keys | 59 Keys | 61 Keys | 67 Keys | 87 Keys |
| Dimensions / Weight: | 9.2 x 3.2 x 1.3" / 18 oz (510 g) | 9.1 x 4.1 x 0.9" | 11.5 x 4.1 x 1.5" / 16.4 oz (465 g) | 12.7 x 4.4 x 1.25" / 24.5 oz (696 g) | 14.5 x 5.5 x 1.4" / 34 oz (964 g) |
| Keyboard Layout: | 40% | OLKB / Preonic | 60% | 65% | TKL |
| Switch Compatibility: | Hotswap compatible with all Cherry-style clones including Cherry, Kaihua, Gateron, Halo, Holy Panda etc. Matias/ALPS switch footprints compatible with soldering. | Compatible with all Cherry-style clones including Cherry, Kaihua, Gateron, Halo, Holy Panda etc. | Compatible with all Cherry-style clones including Cherry, Kaihua, Gateron, Halo, Holy Panda etc. | Compatible with all Cherry-style clones including Cherry, Kaihua, Gateron, Halo, Holy Panda etc. | Compatible with all Cherry-style clones including Cherry, Kaihua, Gateron, Halo, Holy Panda etc. |
| Additional Features: | Anodized CNC machined aluminum frame, Hot-Swappable plate-mounted switches with added support for Matias/ALPS soldered switches, QMK Programming, in an ultra- compact 40% form factor. | Anodized CNC machined aluminum frame, Hot-Swappable plate-mounted switches, QMK Programming, USB-C, in a compact form factor. | Frosted Acrylic Case, Hot-Swappable plate-mount switches, QMK programming, RGB LEDs, USB-C, in a compact form factor available with various metal plates. | Anodized CNC machined aluminum frame, Hot-Swappable plate-mount switches, QMK Programming, Dual USB-C, Plate-mounted Cherry-style stabilizers, N-key rollover, and light customization. | Anodized CNC machined aluminum frame, Hot-Swappable plate-mount switches, QMK Programming, Dual USB-C, Plate-mounted Cherry-style stabilizers, N-key rollover, and light customization. |
| Included: | PCBA, Steel Plate, Anodized CNC aluminum case, USB-A to C cable, PCB Mounted Stabilizers, and assembly hardware | PCBA, Steel Plate, Anodized CNC aluminum case, USB-C to A Cable, and assembly hardware | PCBA, Acrylic Case, USB-A to C cable, Stabilizers, and assembly hardware | PCB, Two-piece Anodized CNC aluminum case w/ diffuser, USB-A to C cable, Plate-mount stabilizers, Keycap and Switch Puller | PCB, Two-piece Anodized CNC aluminum case w/ diffuser, USB-A to C cable, Plate-mount stabilizers, Keycap and Switch Puller |
| Not Included: | Keycaps and Switches | Keycaps and Switches | Keycaps, Switches, Switch Plate | Keycaps and Switches | Keycaps and Switches |