Lily58 Kit
Description
Designed by kata0510, the Lily58 is a split design with a 6×4 column staggered grid with a 4-key thumb cluster.
Hotswap Kits require soldering
The Ready2Go does not require soldering, but still requires switches and keycaps.
The Pre-Build comes fully built and flashed, only requires a USB-C cable.
Please see the specifications below for additional information.
Wired build guide can be found here (This links to the Sofle build guide but the steps are the same)
Wireless build guide can be found here (This links to the Sofle build guide but the steps are the same)
The Kits
Both the wired and wireless kits contain all you need to solder and build your own Lily58. The only things you'll need are 60 switches, 2 controllers and a set of keycaps!
Both Wired and Wireless included:
- Hotswap PCBs (Black)
- Switch Plates (FR4)
- Bottom Plates (Frosted Acrylic)
- Diodes
- Hotswap Sockets
- Reset Buttons
- Mill Max Socket Pins
- Controller Sockets
- Acrylic Screen covers
- Screws and Standoffs
- Adhesive Rubber Feet
Wired kit additionally includes:
- OLED Screen and Sockets x 2
- RP2040 Controller x 2
- TRRS Jacks
- TRRS Protection Diode/Resistor
- Basic TRRS Cable
Wireless kit additionally includes:
- nRF52840 BLE Controller x 2
- Battery x 2
- MIP Display x 2
- SMD Power Switches
Switches and keycaps are not included.
Useful links
3D-Printed Cases
Stainless Steel Backplate
QMK Configurator
VIA Configurator
VIA Firmware
*Do not hotplug TRRS cables while your keyboard is powered as this can cause permanent damage.
Please see the specific version specifications below.
Version Specifications
Hotswap Solder Kit (MX/Choc)
Our most popular version of the Lily58. Featuring support for Kailh MX hotswap sockets. Both the wired and wireless kits contain all you need to solder and build your own Lily58. The only things you'll need are 60 switches and a set of keycaps!
Both 3 and 5 pin MX style switches are compatible.
Both Wired and Wireless included:
- Hotswap PCBs (Black)
- Switch Plates (FR4)
- Bottom Plates (Frosted Acrylic)
- Diodes
- Hotswap Sockets
- Reset Buttons
- Mill Max Socket Pins
- Controller Sockets
- Acrylic Screen covers
- Screws and Standoffs
- Adhesive Rubber Feet
Wired kit additionally includes:
- OLED Screen and Sockets x 2
- RP2040 Controller x 2
- Underglow and Per Key RGB
- TRRS Jacks
- TRRS Protection Diode/Resistor
- Basic TRRS Cable
Wireless kit additionally includes:
- nRF52840 BLE Controller x 2
- Battery x 2
- MIP Display x 2
- SMD Power Switches
R2G - MX Hotswap
Our premium series of PCBs, your easiest entry into the world of custom ergonomic split builds. The Ready2Go Lily58 has everyting pre-solderd, including Atmega32u4 MCUs baked right into the PCB.
Features
Per-key RGB and underglow
Frosted Acrylic Backplate
Type-C USB
MX hotswap sockets
Pre-flashed with QMK VIA firmware
Supports both 3 and 5 pin MX style switches.
Kit Contents
Pre-soldered PCB (R2G MX V1)
FR4 Plate case with Frosted Acrylic Botom
Acrylic OLED Covers
Screws and Standoffs
TRRS Cable
Rubber Feet
Build Guide
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mWNv5yd_2Z8kpUtVhdh1QWbIfF49K560OP0hetOELCU/edit
Default QMK VIA Firmware
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TlOUD5QFHpvkaMZv53RIDa8j6Mnscqbk/view?usp=sharing
Additional Notes
Please do not hot-plug the TRRS cable while the PCB is conntected ot your PCB. This can break things.
Pre-Build Wired
A Lily58 hotswap kit lovingly hand crafted in our offices.
Specifications:
- Lily58 Hotswap MX/Choc
- OLED screens
- USB-C RP2040 Controllers
- XDA ABS White on Dark Blue Keycaps for MX
- MoErgo MBK Low Profile Split Ergo Keycaps for Choc
A TRRS cable is included with the purchase. You will require a USB C Cable. It is pre-flashed with VIA compatible Lily58 QMK firmware ready to plug-and-play straight out of the box.
If this is out of stock, we may be able to build one up on request here (depending on our stock levels!)
Lily58 FAQ
Can I change or upgrade the controllers on the R2G?
The MCU controllers on our R2G kits are baked onto the PCB. This means they are unable to be removed or upgraded.
Does the R2G support Choc switches?
No, currently we only have an MX version on the Lily58 R2G. A choc version is planned for the future.
We can offer can offer our assembly service for the Lily58 Choc hotswap kit.
Do you offer an assembly service?
Yes, details can be found on this page.
How many switches do I need?
This build requires 58 switches. All our switches are sold in pack of 10, so you would need 6 packs.
What keycaps can I use?
For MX builds, a good place to start would be our DSA split blank set.
Most standard 60%+ MX keycap sets will 'work' but you may end up with some miss-matched profiles and legends.
For Choc V1 builds we would recommend either MBK Glow (for RGB) or MBK Ergo (for non-RGB).
How do I flash my controllers?
Please see your specific controller page for more details. Just give send us a support message if you get stuck.
Should I socket my controllers and OLEDs.
If you are willing to take on the extra soldering, we will always recommend to socket your controller.
(Especially when using the Nice!Nano)
It means in the unlikely event your PCB or controller dies, you can swap them out or re-use them in new kits.
Great item, and well assembled by the team. I would have appreciated some sort of idiot-proof link to info about the out-of-the-box firmware, but I figured it out in the end. Thank you!
This was my first attempt at building a keyboard and the first time I'd soldered anything. With the instructions on GitHub to hand and after watching a few youtube videos I managed to complete the build without any issues. The MB staff were really helpful when I had any questions. The kit was sent out with the wrong switch sockets (MX rather than choc), but MB were very apologetic and sorted this out very quickly. Will definitely be using them again if I decide to do another keyboard build.
Overall, this is a great quality, well designed PCB. My only issue was that the M2 spacers supplied by MB were the wrong size for the Choc variant that I ordered. I think they were 6mm, whereas they should be 4mm according to the docs: https://github.com/kata0510/Lily58/blob/master/Pro/Doc/buildguide_en.md#required-parts
Fortunately I had some spares that were 4mm and these fit well, so it was not a big deal for me.
Greate Support
The kit is pretty nice. I purchased it with rainbow keys and the ProMicro controller (Rp 2040), for self-assembly.
I can really recommend it - I assembled it in about 3-4h. The thing I had trouble with initially was getting the software on it; the guide didn't go into detail my Rp2040 (but somehow still talked about a ProMicro). I eventually found out I had to use my own QMK installation, which then worked like a breeze, but it'd be great if that were documented better in the build guide (or did I just miss it?).
Overall it was a very nice experience, would do it again. If you're experienced with soldering, this is for you, otherwise I'd rather recommend the Lily58 Kit variant with pre-soldered parts.
