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Keebcast

A Mechanical Keyboard Podcast
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Keebcast 14 - Chatting w/ Salvun

This week we have the pleasure of talking to the legendary Salvun (from salvun.com). Salvun is the metal man. He jumped into the scene making metal keycaps, and now produces some of the most sought after keyboard cases in the world. We had a lot of fun with Salvun and hope you enjoy our conversation! Hope guys have a fantastic week! - Chase

Oct 07, 20201 hr 45 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Keebcast 13 - Switches & Keyboard Fun

We have officially changed from a straight audio podcast to live-streamed podcast (on twitch.tv/alexotos on Sunday nights). We are going to be uploading the Twitch VODs here on YouTube and also using clips from these episodes on the Keebcast Twitter and Instagram accounts!

Oct 05, 20201 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Keebcast 12 - Let's Chat About Keyboards

We have officially changed from a straight audio podcast to live-streamed podcast (on twitch.tv/alexotos on Sunday nights). We are going to be uploading the Twitch VODs here on YouTube and also using clips from these episodes on the Keebcast Twitter and Instagram accounts!

Sep 22, 20201 hr 33 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Keebcast Episode 11 - New Projects & Things We are Excited For!

We are back again! In this episode, Ragan, Alex, and Chase talk about the ongoing projects they have on their plates and some of the recent ones they have wrapped up. There is also some discussion of multiple new products that are to be released soon. We hope you guys are enjoying Keebcast and we hope we are bringing some sort of value to each one of you. Thank you guys for all the support. Have a fantastic week! MUSIC CREDIT: www.twitter.com/bentfromtexas

Jun 01, 202033 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Keebcast Episode 10 - L's We've Taken & Things We'd Like to See Happen

Episode 10! Crazy to think we are in the double digits already. We have had so much fun with these podcasts and just diving deeper into hobby and community itself. This week Alex, Ragan, and Chase talk about the drops and group buys they've regrettably missed out on over the past year. Then the conversation switches over to what things they are each looking forward to and would like to see happen within the industry itself. Hope you guys enjoy it! Have a fantastic week! MUSIC CREDIT: www.twitter...

Apr 24, 202052 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Keebcast Episode 9 - Where We've Been & What We've Got Going On

Hey guys! Keebcast is back! After about a month and a half of no episodes, Keebcast returns with Alex, Ragan, and Chase. In this episode, we discuss what we've been up to for the last several weeks and what the near future looks like. We address the impact of COVID-19 on the industry itself and talk about some of the new keeb related items we are excited about. We really hope you enjoy this episode and we apologize for making you guys wait for so long. Have a fantastic week! MUSIC CREDIT: www.tw...

Apr 15, 202034 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Keebcast Episode 8 - Keyboards for Work and Play + Some Community Questions

In this podcast, Chase and Alex discuss different scenarios where you might use specific types of switches or keyboard mods. This is also the first episode where we reached out the the community, via Instagram, to get some questions and topics you guys want to hear about. Chase and Alex address a few in this podcast, and also have a couple to base future episodes on. Thank you so much for all the support thus far. We are loving every bit of this! Have a fantastic week! MUSIC CREDIT: www.twitter....

Feb 27, 202036 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Keebcast Episode 7 - Lots of Lube and Switch Talk with Anthony from Aura Mech

For this episode, Chase and Alex had the opportunity to sit down with Anthony from Aura Mech. Aura Mech is a vendor of many different products but has made a splash within the switch vendor scene as he has been selling switches pre-lubed. This episode begins with a conversation about lubing switches and the different types of lubricants Alex and Anthony prefer, and then they begin to talk about some of Aura Mech's future ventures. We hope you enjoy our first guest appearance and we would like to...

Feb 22, 202052 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Keebcast Episode 6 - Custom Cables and More with Space Cables

In this episode, we have the privilege to highlight and question Ragan (owner and founder of SpaceCables.net). We talk about the use of custom cables and get into questions like "Why do people buy these?" and "Why do they cost what they do?" We also talk about the exciting future for Space Cables, including their hunt for a new warehouse, expansion into new products, and their opportunity to go to KeyCon this year as a vendor. Lots of fun things planned for the next few weeks, so we hope you are...

Feb 13, 202039 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Keebcast Episode 5 - Chase's Keebs and Future Podcasts

In this episode, Alex takes on the host position and asks Chase some questions about his current keyboards and what he plans on doing next. We also have a fun conversation about different switches and even talk a little about modding some switches. The episode is concluded with a portion talking about our want to bring guests on to the podcast to talk about the different struggles and triumphs within the mech community. We really hope you are enjoying these weekly episodes because we are having ...

Feb 06, 202033 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Keebcast Episode 4 - Great Starter Boards and Kits

This episode is focused on what Chase, Ragan, and Alex recommend for those new to the mechanical keyboard hobby. They start by talking about off-the-shelf prebuilt options such as Ducky, Corsair, or Razer keyboards. This leads into a conversation about the common prebuilt hotswap options such as the Drop CTRL or Drop ALT, and the Glorious GMMK lineup. From here they move into great starting kits from places like KBDFans and 1UPKeyboards. We hope this episode brings you both insight and entertain...

Jan 31, 202034 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Keebcast Episode 3 - Switches and Buying Things Second Hand

This episode starts off with a basic discussion on the different types of switches out there and what Chase, Ragan, and Alex each prefer. They then move into what to look for and what to avoid when buying off second-hand markets like r/mechmarket. The conversation then moves to fun things each of the hosts have going on in the near future. They definitely loosened up for this portion of the podcast. Hope you enjoy! MUSIC CREDIT: www.twitter.com/bentfromtexas

Jan 23, 202045 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Keebcast Episode 2 - Keyboard Sizes and Keycap Profiles

In this episode, Chase, Alex, and Ragan start off by talking about the various different sizes and styles of keyboards. The conversation then switches over to keycap sets and the different profiles that exist. We hope you enjoy the episode and that it brings you some level of value. MUSIC CREDIT: www.twitter.com/bentfromtexas

Jan 16, 202030 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Keebcast (Formerly Typebeasts) Episode 1 - Getting into the hobby of Mechanical Keyboards

Hey there! My name is Chase Gant (@chasedotgg) and I have been getting really into the hobby of custom made keyboards and all that surrounds them. This is a hobby that has proven difficult to get started in, passed buying a gaming-style keyboard with mechanical switches. To ease the pain of initiation into the hobby, I have partnered up with Alexotos (@alexotos on Instagram and @otosalex on Twitter), a master of photography and just what looks visibly appealing, who in the past 6 months has real...

Jan 09, 202043 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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