# ANAVI Knobs 3

ANAVI Knobs 3 is a small, open source and programmable 3-keys mechanical keyboard, powered by the mighty Raspberry Pi RP2040 microcontroller

- **Seller:** [ANAVI Technology](https://lectronz.com/stores/anavi), Plovdiv, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
- **Price:** €24.00 (EUR, before shipping and taxes)
- **Availability:** In stock
- **Categories:** Accessories, USB, Gaming
- **Certified Open Source Hardware:** [OSHW BG000092](https://certification.oshwa.org/bg000092.html)
- **Product page:** https://lectronz.com/products/anavi-knobs-3

## Links

- [Documentation](https://github.com/AnaviTechnology/anavi-docs/blob/main/anavi-macro-pad-10-knobs-3-knob-1/anavi-macro-pad-10-knobs-3-knob-1.md)
- [Code](https://github.com/KMKfw/kmk_firmware/tree/master/boards/anavi/knobs3)
- [Design Files](https://github.com/AnaviTechnology/anavi-knobs-3)

## Images

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## Description

### What is it?

ANAVI Knobs 3 is a small, programmable, open source 3-keys mechanical keyboard. It is powered by the mighty Raspberry Pi RP2040 microcontroller at the heart of the Seeed XIAO RP2040, which provides support for USB Type-C and connector. 

ANAVI Knobs 3 supports the open source firmware **QMK** and **KMK**. Out of the box it comes with **KMK**, an advanced but easy-to-use firmware written in **CircuitPython**.

### Why did you make it?

**ANAVI Knobs 3** keyboard can be customized to fit various use cases: video or audio editing, entertainment broadcasting, gaming, programming, etc. 

You can easily boost your productivity with the precise control, provided by ANAVI Knobs 3.

It is really easy to use - just connect the device to your Windows, MacOS, or GNU/Linux computer with a USB Type-C cable and you’re ready to go.

### Features

- **Inputs:** Three rotary encoders with clickable switches
- **Peripherals:** RGB LED, I²C slot
- **MCU:** Raspberry Pi RP2040
- **Connectivity:** USB-C
- **Firmware:** KMK firmware
- **Compatibility:** Windows, macOS, and Linux support
- **Dimensions:** 35.0 x 90.0 mm (1.38 x 3.54 inches)

ANAVI Knobs 3 offers three **rotary encoders** with **clickable switches** and a **RGB LED**. The black, gold-plated PCB also features an **I²C slot** for adding peripherals such as a **mini OLED display**.

### What comes in a kit?

ANAVI Knobs 3 includes:

- Mini mechanical keyboard with 3 clickable rotary encoders, USB-C, RP2040 microcontroller and I2C slot
- Acrylic enclosure
- Screws and nuts

**Note:** USB to USB-C cable is **not** included in the kits.

### What firmware is supported?

ANAVI Knobs 3 supports:

- [KMK open source firmware written in CircuitPython](https://github.com/KMKfw/kmk_firmware/tree/master/boards/anavi/knobs3)
- [Quantum Mechanical Keyboard (QMK) firmware](https://github.com/qmk/qmk_firmware/tree/master/keyboards/anavi/knobs3)

Out of the box ANAVI Knobs 3 comes pre-installed with CircuitPython and KMK.

### What makes it special?

There are literally hundreds of mechanical keyboards on the market. Unlike the rest, ANAVI Knobs 3 is entirely open source, affordable, compact, highly customizable and suitable for a wide range of applications. ANAVI Knobs 3 comes as a do-it-yourself (DIY) kit and it is super easy to be assembled.

ANAVI Knobs 3 combines open hardware with free and open source software. It has been designed with free and open source software. The printed circuit board was made with [KiCad](https://www.kicad.org/).

### Shipping

ANAVI Knobs 3 was brought to life in 2022 thanks to a [crowdfunding campaign at Crowd Supply](https://www.crowdsupply.com/anavi-technology/anavi-macro-pad-10). Now thanks to Lectronz we can reduce the carbon footprint from transportation and offer ANAVI Knobs 3 to individuals within the European Union (EU) with direct shipping from Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Prices include VAT. Shipping with a tracking number is available through the services of DPD Economy or Bulgarian posts.