Pico RGB Keypad Base
The Pico RGB Keypad Base is a 4×4 silicone button pad with individually addressable RGB LEDs under each key. Paired with a Raspberry Pi Pico, it becomes a customisable macro pad, MIDI controller, stream deck alternative, or any creative input device you can imagine.
The sturdy base includes rubber feet for stability and a labelled landing area for your Pico, with full GPIO breakout for additional projects.
Key Features
- 16 Silicone Keys – 4×4 grid with tactile feel
- APA102 RGB LEDs – Individual colour control per key
- Full GPIO Breakout – Access all Pico pins for expansion
- Rubber Feet – Stable desktop use
- Labelled Pico Landing – Easy, aligned installation
- USB HID Support – Appears as keyboard/gamepad to computers
Specifications
- Keys – 16 (4×4 silicone buttons)
- LEDs – 16× APA102 RGB (addressable)
- GPIO Access – Full Pico breakout
Ideal For
- Custom macro keypads
- Stream deck alternatives
- MIDI and synth controllers
- Game controllers
- Shortcut keyboards
- Interactive art projects
Package Contents
- 1× Pico RGB Keypad Base (fully assembled)
Resources
- Pimoroni Pico Libraries on GitHub
The Pico RGB Keypad Base is a 4×4 silicone button pad with individually addressable RGB LEDs under each key. Paired with a Raspberry Pi Pico, it becomes a customisable macro pad, MIDI controller, stream deck alternative, or any creative input device you can imagine.
The sturdy base includes rubber feet for stability and a labelled landing area for your Pico, with full GPIO breakout for additional projects.
Key Features
- 16 Silicone Keys – 4×4 grid with tactile feel
- APA102 RGB LEDs – Individual colour control per key
- Full GPIO Breakout – Access all Pico pins for expansion
- Rubber Feet – Stable desktop use
- Labelled Pico Landing – Easy, aligned installation
- USB HID Support – Appears as keyboard/gamepad to computers
Specifications
- Keys – 16 (4×4 silicone buttons)
- LEDs – 16× APA102 RGB (addressable)
- GPIO Access – Full Pico breakout
Ideal For
- Custom macro keypads
- Stream deck alternatives
- MIDI and synth controllers
- Game controllers
- Shortcut keyboards
- Interactive art projects
Package Contents
- 1× Pico RGB Keypad Base (fully assembled)
Resources
- Pimoroni Pico Libraries on GitHub
Description
The Pico RGB Keypad Base is a 4×4 silicone button pad with individually addressable RGB LEDs under each key. Paired with a Raspberry Pi Pico, it becomes a customisable macro pad, MIDI controller, stream deck alternative, or any creative input device you can imagine.
The sturdy base includes rubber feet for stability and a labelled landing area for your Pico, with full GPIO breakout for additional projects.
Key Features
- 16 Silicone Keys – 4×4 grid with tactile feel
- APA102 RGB LEDs – Individual colour control per key
- Full GPIO Breakout – Access all Pico pins for expansion
- Rubber Feet – Stable desktop use
- Labelled Pico Landing – Easy, aligned installation
- USB HID Support – Appears as keyboard/gamepad to computers
Specifications
- Keys – 16 (4×4 silicone buttons)
- LEDs – 16× APA102 RGB (addressable)
- GPIO Access – Full Pico breakout
Ideal For
- Custom macro keypads
- Stream deck alternatives
- MIDI and synth controllers
- Game controllers
- Shortcut keyboards
- Interactive art projects
Package Contents
- 1× Pico RGB Keypad Base (fully assembled)
Resources
- Pimoroni Pico Libraries on GitHub
