Vida Keyboard
Additional Information
Available in WK, WKL, and HHKB layout.
Choice of wired solder, wired hotswap (+$5), or wireless hotswap PCB (+$15).
Choice of PC, FR4, aluminum (+$9), or carbon fiber plate (+$9)
Wireless versions will come with a battery and USB port plugs.
Limited Edition (LE) is a CannonKeys exclusive.
Worldwide Proxies
UK - Prototypist
OCE - KeebzNCables
IN - Neo Macro
KR - SwagKeys
EU - KEYGEM
SG - Qwertypop
CN - zFrontier
CAN - Deskhero
VIDA
VIDA is the culmination of several rounds of prototypes and community feedback, and we cannot wait to get it into your hands. The top and bottom case assembly is screwless via magnets, we are offering a ZMK powered wireless option, WK/WKL/HHKB will all be offered.
Mounting Style
VIDA uses a unique version of bottom mount that utilizes poron dampeners and nylon alignment pins. The plate screws into the bottom case, and the top case is connected to the bottom through integrated magnets that are automatically aligned thanks to the alignment pins.
Wireless Enabled
VIDA is designed with wireless in mind. Opt for the wireless kit to receive a ZMK powered PCB and battery that slots into the bottom case. Alternatively, you can choose a standard wired PCB. To learn more about ZMK, check out our recent blogpost.
Elegantly Designed
VIDA combines form and function with it's stunning side profile, and seamlessly integrated USB hub. When wired, you can connect USB devices to save some desk space and reduce clutter.
Specs
- 8 degree typing angle
- 19.54mm effective front height
- Screwless (magnetic) case construction
- ZMK Wireless PCB - learn about ZMK studio here
- USB 2.0 hub (2 ports) for use when used wired
- 6063 aluminum top/bottom case
- Brass internal weights (2) (Blackout edition has aluminum internal weights)
- Anodized aluminum outer weights (2) -with options for brass and copper weight add-ons
- Bottom mount plate (with poron dampeners)
- Nylon alignment pins
- WK, WKL & HHKB options available for all editions
- 1,000mAh battery
- Designed by James from AKB
Options
- WK, WKL, or HHKB
- Choice of wired solder, wired hotswap, and wireless hotswap PCB
- Choice of FR4, PC, Alu, or CF plate
- Twelve set colorways
Addons Include (Listings & pricing coming soon)
- PC, Alu, CF, and FR4 plates
- Solder, Hotswap, and Hotswap Wireless PCBs
- Daughterboard kit
- Extra gaskets
- Foam kit (PCB, plate, and case)
- Extra tops
- Extra internal weights
- Extra external weights
In the box
- 1x 6063 Aluminum Top Case
- 1x 6063 Aluminum Bottom Case
- 2x Internal Weight (6063 Aluminum or Brass)
- 2x External Weight (6063 Aluminum or Aged Brass)
- 1x Choice of Plate
- 1x Choice of PCB
- 1x USB-C Daughterboard
- 1x USB 2.0 Hub Daughterboard
- 1x 6pin to 6pin JST cable
- 1x 4pin to Molex EZ-Mate cable
- 8x Poron Gaskets
- 4x Silicone AKB Feet
- 1x Battery (If wireless PCB is kitted)
- 4x Nylon Alignment Pins
- 16x Magnets (pre-installed)
- Relevant screws and hardware
- 1x Microfiber Cloth
- 1x Foam-Lined Hard Carry Case
Layout Support
Wired Solder PCB
Wired Hotswap PCB
Wireless Hotswap PCB
Vida Content
alexotos
Build Stream VOD
apiarykeyboards
Build Stream VOD
xinxinwong
Build Stream VOD
TheManicGeek
Build Stream VOD
StaceySmash
Build Stream VOD
mechmerlin
Build Stream VOD
gymleadernathann
Build Stream VOD
LightningKeyboards
Build Stream VOD
lampKB
Build Stream VOD
keebnewb
Build Stream VOD
Captain Sterling
Review
Preston's Thoughts
Review
Prototype Photo Album
Vida Colorways
LUMA
- Ano silver top
- Ano dark gray bottom
- Brass internal weights
- Ano silver external weights
BLUSH
- Ano pink top
- Ano rose gold bottom
- Brass internal weights
- Ano pink external weights
CELESTE
- Ano midnight blue top
- Ano midnight blue bottom
- Brass internal weights
- Ano gold external weights
VERDANT
- Ano forest green top
- Ano forest green bottom
- Brass internal weights
- Ano gold external weights
AZURE
- Ano dark blue top
- Ano dark blue bottom
- Brass internal weights
- Ano baby blue external weights
NAVY
- Ano navy top
- Ano navy bottom
- Brass internal weights
- Ano gold external weights
CHILI
- Ano red top
- Ano red bottom
- Brass internal weights
- Ano silver external weights
YELLOWJACKET
- E-Yellow top
- Ano Black bottom
- Brass internal weights
- E-Yellow external weights
PUREZA
- E-White top
- E-White bottom
- Brass internal weights
- Ano dark gold external weights
ECRU
- E-Beige top
- E-Beige bottom
- Brass internal weights
- Ano dark gold external weights
LE
CannonKeys Exclusive
- Ano purple top
- Ano purple bottom
- Brass internal weights
- Unique aged brass external weights
BLACKOUT
Black Friday Exclusive
- Ano black top
- Ano black bottom
- Ano black internal weights
- Ano black external weights
Why is this priced the way it is?
Vida, like many of our more premium keyboards we run, are made through small batch manufacturing. This means that due to the limited amount of keyboards we get made, prices end up being higher. This, combined with complex assembly found on lots of our boards and hand QC'ing in our stateside facility means we might not be able to offer prices as low as other options you see. We strongly feel the time and effort we put into our designs makes it worth it.
Thank you for considering our projects- it means we can continue trying new things and keep designing great boards for the custom mechanical keyboard hobby.
Group Buy Disclaimer
This is a Group Buy, and Group Buy terms and conditions apply. The estimated date of delivery is just that - an estimate. Delays and setbacks may occur. Upon purchase, you will be charged immediately. And by purchasing this item, you acknowledge everything stated above. For cancellations and refunds, please refer to our FAQs. ETA Q2 2025.
Quality and Content Disclaimer
A Stock units should not have any external scratches or egregious marks seen when built. Any internal flaws and marks (including hook marks) that are not seen when built do not constitute a B Stock unit.
Screw holes are not fully anodized or coated, and small marks near the hole opening might be present.
When raw or thinly coated, brass will oxidize and patina naturally. Small blemishes and discolorations may be visible.
Colors in the final product may vary since renders are done under idealistic artificial lighting.
We use photos of our products in hand when possible to show how they look in realistic situations. Sometimes the product might look different within the same listing- this is generally caused by different lighting conditions. When possible, we try to use different lighting conditions to show what the product might look like in different scenarios.