James AKB created alchemy with keyboard design...

James AKB created alchemy with keyboard design...

Author: The Thocc Podcast October 10, 2020 Duration: 51:12
In this episode we talk with James AKB from Alchemist Keyboards about his experience as a keyboard designer. Alchemist Keyboards Website

AKB OGR

Quantrik's fusion tutorial

Keyboard Atelier Discord Server

Alchemist Keyboards Instagram

Emyr Bleddyn's Twitch


There's a particular sound at the heart of a community built on customization and tactile satisfaction-a deep, resonant *thocc* from a well-tuned mechanical keyboard. That sound is the namesake and starting point for The Thocc, a podcast that delves into the surprisingly deep world of keyboard enthusiasts. Each episode moves beyond just the audible click to explore the culture, craftsmanship, and constant innovation that defines this niche hobby. You'll hear conversations about everything from the history of key switches and the intricacies of circuit board design to the personal stories behind custom builds and the simple joy of finding the perfect typing feel. Hosted by The Thocc Podcast, these discussions are for anyone who has ever wondered why someone would spend hours building their own keyboard, or for those already deep in the hobby looking for thoughtful commentary and shared passion. It’s a space where the technical meets the personal, celebrating the tools we use to communicate and create. Tune in to this podcast for authentic, meandering talks that capture why this hobby is about so much more than just the hardware-it's about the community and the personal expression found in every assembled board.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 14

The Thocc - Talking about the mechanical keyboard hobby
Podcast Episodes
LeandreN started a keyboard business when he was 15... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:04
As I mention in the start of the episode, unfortunately ThereminGoat will not be able to join us in the podcast from now on due to life, the universe and everything... Again, a big word of appreciation for his help, supp…
VogonPT made a podcast... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:12
In this episode we talk with our host VogonPT. We find some stuff about him and speak of how he got into the hobby and started creating this podcast... Vogon's Fallout Nuka Cola Reddit Thread ThereminGoat's website
ThereminGoat started collecting switches... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:59
In this episode we talk with our Co-Host, ThereminGoat about a lot of topics, but we obviously dive into his switch collecting side and his blog. ThereminGoat's Switches Switch Collector Discord Github Repository