Mechanical QWERTY Keyboard For Musicians

Polyend has introduced Keys, a mechanical QWERTY keyboard with a three-octave piano layout designed for both everyday computer use and making music. Here's the details direct from the company...

Keys works as a regular computer keyboard or a MIDI controller, with the number row and
function keys arranged as a three-octave piano keyboard. The same keyboard you use to
type can be used to play notes, record melodies, or control an external instrument.

Nine rotary controls can be freely assigned to MIDI CCs for controlling parameters in a DAW
or hardware instrument. They can also be assigned to everyday computer functions such as
volume, scrolling, and brightness. An integrated display provides feedback for the controls and
can be used by different applications and future features.

A TRS MIDI output lets Keys connect directly to a synthesizer, drum machine, or other MIDI
hardware. With its built-in rechargeable battery, Keys can be used as a standalone MIDI
controller without a computer.

Keys is a low-profile mechanical keyboard machined from a single piece of aluminum. It uses
hot-swappable Kailh low-profile switches, so individual switches can be changed without
soldering. The keys are backlit, and Keys can connect wirelessly over Bluetooth or wired via
USB.

Keys is also open source. The software can be expanded beyond the functions it ships with,
opening the door to alternative layouts, new control modes, custom MIDI controllers,
sequencers, and other applications.

Polyend will show Keys for the first time at Gamescom in Cologne, August 26–30, in Hall
02.2 | D031.

Price and availability will be announced soon. Colors, specs, and price are subject to change.

Polyend Keys Features:

• Mechanical QWERTY keyboard
• Three-octave piano keyboard
• Machined aluminum unibody
• Hot-swappable Kailh low-profile switches
• Typing and MIDI modes
• Built-in screen
• 9 freely assignable MIDI CC controls
• Integrated display
• TRS MIDI output
• USB and Bluetooth connectivity
• Built-in rechargeable battery
• Backlit keys
• Open-source software

Pricing and Availability:
TBA

More information:

• Polyend Keys

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