EPOMAKER RT98 Modular Layout Mechanical Keyboard with miniTV

The Keyboard That Breaks the Mold

A reimagined keyboard that adapts to you, informs you, and inspires you. Transform your desk into a creative command center — built for work, play, and everything in between.

While the way we work and create has transformed, most keyboards have not kept pace. Some have barely changed in decades. They type, but they do not adapt. They function, but they do not evolve. Modern users need flexibility, intelligence, and personalization, yet traditional designs still revolve around static hardware that cannot grow with your workflow.

It is time for the keyboard to finally catch up, and the EPOMAKER RT98 is leading a new era of creativity and control.

Meet the EPOMAKER RT98, a 98% layout retro mechanical keyboard designed to break the limits of traditional layouts. RT98 redefines what a keyboard can do by combining modular structural design, smart display technology, and enthusiast grade engineering into one cohesive system.

Its innovative modular layout supports both southpaw and right-handed configurations, allowing the numpad to switch its positions to match the way you work instead of forcing you into a fixed setup. Combining with a magnetic detachable Mini Smart TV display, a dynamic information hub built directly into your keyboard. It lets you instantly view connection status, date, and time at a glance, while also supporting deep personalization so you can upload your own GIFs, images, or custom graphics and give your desk a unique visual character.

Meanwhile, VIA support, full hotswappability, and a gasket mounted structure with five layers of dampening foam deliver a deeply customizable and premium typing experience. Built for modern multi device lifestyles, RT98 connects through Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4G wireless, and USB Type C, and pairs with up to four devices simultaneously across iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. 

An 8000mAh battery provides long lasting power, RGB backlighting adds visual expression, and PBT dye sublimation keycaps ensure durability and comfort that stand up to years of daily use. Every element of RT98 is designed to move beyond the limitations of traditional keyboards and become an intelligent creative companion that adapts to your workflow, enhances your productivity, and brings personality to the center of your desk.

No two workflows are the same, so your keyboard should not be either. The EPOMAKER RT98 features a repositionable numpad that adapts to how you work, create, and think.

Southpaw Version: Placed on the left, it is ideal for shortcut-heavy workflows, coding efficiency, left-handed users, and designers who want more mouse space or rely on drawing tablets and other tools. This layout also reduces the need to constantly reach across with the right hand for numbers, creating a more balanced and ergonomic setup.

Right-Handed Version: Placed on the right, it delivers the familiar experience preferred by right-handed users and is perfect for data entry, spreadsheets, and finance-related work.

The modular system is built with real flexibility in mind. By unscrewing the back screws, pressing the case clips, and disconnecting the internal battery cable, the numpad can be fully detached and repositioned to match your DIY preferences. For users who prefer a ready-to-use solution, the Kickstarter campaign offers both native left-handed and right-handed versions, allowing you to choose the layout that fits you best without any modification required. 

The EPOMAKER RT98 adapts to your workflow, giving you more control, more comfort, and a workspace that truly works for you.

One of EPOMAKER RT98’s most distinctive features is its magnetic smart display, a playful retro-inspired Mini TV that goes far beyond a simple screen. It magnetically snaps into place through precision PogPin connectors, instantly transforming your keyboard into a dynamic real-time information hub.

Essential data is always visible at a glance, including time, date, and current connection status. Through EPOMAKER’s online driver, you can unlock deeper customization by uploading your own GIFs, stickers, or images to the display. The Mini TV supports storing up to three GIFs at the same time, allowing you to switch between them instantly using shortcut keys. This level of personalization lets you shape a desk setup that reflects your style while adding creativity, energy, and inspiration to your daily workflow.

It is more than a display module. It is a functional extension of your keyboard that blends useful information with personal expression, helping your workspace feel more interactive, lively, and uniquely yours.

Typing on the RT98 is not just about input, it is about experience. 

Every detail of its internal structure is carefully engineered to deliver precision, comfort, and a deeply satisfying sound with every keystroke, turning daily typing into something you can truly enjoy.

The EPOMAKER RT98 features a specially designed gasket-mounted design that provides soft, elastic feedback and gently cushions each press, reducing fatigue during long typing sessions. Its acoustic performance is further refined through a five layer sandwich dampening system made from multiple materials, carefully tuned to shape a rich and clean thocky sound that enthusiasts appreciate. This layered internal structure balances softness and stability, creating a typing feel that is both controlled and expressive.

With a fully hot swappable PCB, EPOMAKER RT98 supports both 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches, allowing you to customize your typing feel without any soldering. The Kickstarter campaign also offers a silent switch option, making RT98 an ideal choice for users who want a smooth and comfortable typing experience in quiet environments. Combined with full N-key rollover and ultra-low latency performance, every keystroke is registered instantly, whether you are gaming, coding, or creating.

Developed specifically for this keyboard, the carefully engineered internal structure does more than deliver strong performance. It creates a typing experience that feels natural, immersive, and deeply satisfying. Once you start typing on the RT98, it becomes easy to lose track of time.

Work, create, and communicate effortlessly across all your devices. RT98 supports Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, and can connect with up to four devices simultaneously, allowing you to switch between them instantly using shortcut keys.

RT98 offers three reliable connection modes. Wired USB-C provides zero latency for gaming, programming, and design. Bluetooth 5.0 allows pairing with up to three devices with instant switching. 2.4G wireless delivers stable, lag free performance for everyday productivity.

There is no need to constantly plug and unplug or juggle devices. RT98 remembers your devices and reconnects automatically, giving you a smooth and uninterrupted workflow so you can focus on creating and enjoying every moment at your desk.

The last thing you want is a dead keyboard in the middle of a project. With RT98, that is never a concern. Equipped with a powerful 8000mAh battery, it is built to keep up with whatever you do, whether working or playing.

A single charge* can last up to 45 days of typical use without RGB or support over 300 hours of continuous typing. Intelligent power saving and auto sleep modes further extend battery life. From marathon coding sessions to weeks of travel without a charger, RT98 is always ready when you are, keeping your creativity powered as tirelessly as you are.

Great keyboards start with great switches and EPOMAKER RT98 delivers exactly that. At its core are a new generation of EPOMAKER self-developed mechanical switches, designed from the ground up to provide the precision, consistency, and tactile satisfaction that enthusiasts have always sought.

Each switch is engineered not just for performance but for experience, turning every press into a deliberate and satisfying motion. Whether you are typing a novel, coding late into the night, or competing in a ranked match, every keystroke feels intentional, fluid, and precise.

The fully hot swappable PCB allows you to experiment with any 3-pin or 5-pin switch and customize your typing feel without soldering. Every switch is rigorously tested in-house for actuation force, long-term durability, and full compatibility with RT98’s structure.

These switches are more than technology. They are the heart of your keyboard, crafted to make typing feel effortless and natural. Once you experience Epomaker RT98, every keystroke becomes a joy you will not want to leave behind.

The part of a keyboard you touch most is not the switches but the keycaps beneath your fingertips. That is why RT98 comes with premium PBT dye-sublimated keycaps built to look and feel exceptional day after day, year after year.

Their velvety matte texture and resistance to shine, fading, and wear ensure a consistent tactile experience from day one through day 365. Every press is a pleasure, and every glance reminds you of thoughtful and timeless design.

The heat-infused dye-sublimation legends will never fade, peel, or blur, maintaining clarity even with long-term use. The retro-inspired aesthetic complements RT98’s classic color palette, combining nostalgic charm with modern craftsmanship.

These keycaps do more than enhance the look of your keyboard. They elevate the feel of every keystroke, blending texture, durability, and design into an experience that makes daily typing satisfying, engaging, and uniquely personal.

RT98 is not just a concept or prototype. It is a fully realized product that is ready for mass production, built under EPOMAKER’s strict quality standards and designed for the real world. From the first design sketch to final assembly, every step happens under our in-house control to ensure each keyboard meets the highest expectations for quality, reliability, and craftsmanship.

Backing RT98 means securing a product designed to deliver a premium typing experience from the first keystroke to the ten-millionth, bringing reliability, precision, and joy to your desk.

We know that trust is everything in a crowdfunding project. That’s why EPOMAKER RT98 has been pushed far beyond standard requirements, with rigorous testing protocols that simulate years of real-world use, ensuring you receive a product that’s as dependable as it is innovative.

We don’t just build keyboards, we build trust. And EPOMAKER RT98 has been engineered, tested, and validated to deliver years of smooth, reliable performance from day one.

Whether you are a creator, gamer, developer, or desk setup enthusiast, EPOMAKER RT98 is designed to match the way you work. Every version comes with the detachable numeric pad and magnetic Mini TV display, so whichever option you choose, you will experience the full power of modular creativity.

The earlier you back, the more you save, and the sooner you’ll experience the future of mechanical keyboards. Don’t wait! Join our community of early adopters and be among the first to bring EPOMAKER RT98 to your desk.