Naya Connect modular low-profile keyboard system lands on Kickstarter

Naya has unveiled the Connect, a modular, low-profile wireless mechanical keyboard ecosystem that shifts the company’s modular thinking from split ergonomics into a more conventional 75% deck. Launched on Kickstarter, the campaign met its minimum funding goal in six minutes, and the product lineup promises a mix-and-match approach to layouts and input controllers for builders chasing compact versatility.

The system centers on four core pieces: the Naya Type, a 75% low-profile keyboard; a 24-key multipad; a six-key programmable strip; and a dock that accepts interchangeable controllers such as a touchpad, trackball, or rotary encoder. Components link with magnetic pogo-pin connections so modules can be positioned left, right, mirrored, or used as dual macro banks. That magnetic snap plus pogo pins aims to make reconfiguration fast and solder-free.

Hardware specs lean into low-profile trends. Naya lists an aluminum unibody, hot-swap switch sockets with Kailh Choc V2 compatibility, full N-key rollover, RGB backlighting, onboard layers and macro programming, and adjustable tenting hinges. Connectivity includes Bluetooth, low-latency RF, and USB-C. The design targets people who want a slim 75% footprint but also want the option to add a trackball or dedicated macro pad without committing to a single layout.

Pricing starts at €187 (about $218) for a bundle with the dock and touch controller, while the full All-in bundle is priced at €568 (about $662). Naya has outlined estimated shipping cohorts and a multi-cohort fulfillment plan, which means backers should expect staged shipments rather than a single simultaneous delivery.

Why this matters: the Connect brings modularity to the mainstream layout most builders and typists already understand. Instead of buying a separate macro pad or a niche custom board, you can attach modules magnetically and rearrange them on the fly. That flexibility reduces the need for multiple keebs and lowers the barrier to experimenting with alternative input methods. For low-profile fans, the hot-swap Kailh Choc V2 support and tenting options make this appealing for both aesthetic builds and ergonomic tweaks.

Crowdfunding caveats still apply. Back the project only if you’re comfortable with staged fulfillment and the usual Kickstarter risks, and factor in international shipping and potential delays when budgeting for switches, keycaps, or additional modules.

Our two cents? If GAS hits, think modular first: pledge for the Type and one controller, then add multipads in later cohorts. Wait for early hands-on reviews before swapping big cash, but this is a neat play for anyone wanting a versatile, low-profile keeb that can grow with your layout whims.