[Pre-Order] Tonish TKL

$319.00
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Tonish TKL — Retro Soul, Modern Engineering

Design Philosophy
Tonish TKL is inspired by two icons of the 1980s: the IBM Model F keyboard and the cultural phenomenon of Pac-Man. The design blends retro charm with playful creativity, delivering a board that is not only functional but also full of character.

Highlights

  • Layered case design: Creates depth and visual contrast with multi-surface machining and two-tone finishes.
  • Hidden RGB lightbar: Positioned under the top forehead with diffuse reflection — light without glare.
  • Pac-Man tribute: Unique nameplate above arrow keys & triangular cuts on the bottom weight, representing “imperfection creates classics.”
  • Multiple finishes: From Retro White & Warm Brown to Moon Silver & Ocean Blue, all paired with either sandblasted brass or stonewashed stainless steel accent parts.

Structure & Typing Feel

  • Split inner frame: Plate and PCB divided into left & right modules, ensuring consistency across a large TKL layout.
  • Mounting system: Silicone gasket + silicone dampening pads (TOP) for controlled flex and vibration isolation.
  • OG typing feel: 1.6mm non-slotted PCB paired with FR4 plate.
  • Noise & vibration control:
  • Force Break foam strips between top and bottom case
  • Reinforced 5mm-thick bottom case walls
  • Independent inner assembly with zero contact to outer case

Specifications

  • Layout: Standard 80% TKL (no F13, supports 7U spacebar & ANSI enter)
  • Typing angle: 7°
  • Front height: 18.7mm
  • Weight: 3.2kg (stainless) / 3.4kg (brass)
  • Firmware: QMK / Web VIA support

Group Buy Info

  • Options: Brass or Stainless steel accent parts
  • Timeline: 3 months after GB ends
  • Manufacturer: HongTu South (华南鸿图)

Tonish TKL

                                           Retro Soul, Modern Engineering

Design Philosophy

Tonish TKL isn't just a keyboard — it's a story of retro inspiration, modern refinement, and a designer's relentless pursuit of perfection

Tonish TKL draws inspiration from two icons of the 1980s:  The IBM Model F keyboard and the cultural phenomenon of Pac-Man. 

The design blends retro charm with playful creativity, delivering a keyboard that is both functional and full of character

Layered case design

Multi-surface machining with two-tone finishes creates depth and visual contrast

Hidden RGB lightbar

Positioned under the top forehead with diffuse reflection — glowing without glare

Pac-Man tribute

Custom nameplate above arrow keys & triangular cuts on the bottom weight, symbolizing that imperfection creates classics

Multiple finishes

Retro White, Warm Brown, Moon Silver, Ocean Blue — paired with sandblasted brass or stonewashed stainless steel accents.

Structure & Typing Feel

Split inner frame

Plate and PCB divided into left & right modules for consistent typing across the TKL layout.

Mounting system

Silicone gasket + dampening pads provide controlled flex and vibration isolation

OG typing feel

1.6mm non-slotted PCB with FR4 plate.

Noise & vibration control

Force Break foam strips, 5mm reinforced case walls, independent inner assembly with zero contact to outer case.

Product Specifications

Layout

Standard 80% TKL (no F13, supports 7U spacebar & ANSI enter)

Typing angle

Front height

18.7mm

Weight

3kg

PCB

1.6mm Non Flex-Cuts Wired PCB

Plate

FR4

Kit Contents

- Tonish TKL case

- FR4 gold-plated plate

- Main PCB (1.6mm) + FPC cable

- Type-C daughterboard & lightbar PCB

- Full dampening kit (bottom foam, mid-foam, switch pads, Force Break strips)

- Silicone gaskets & screws

- Keyboard Case

Vendor

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