[IC] THINK6.5° - PC/Alu 65% Keyboard (Brass Raffle 4/13)

[Kokaloo]

Is top half Alu and bottom half PC a possible request? 

[BlankeyGotCaps]

Is top half Alu and bottom half PC a possible request? 

It was possible but I believe Oldcat took the option away. Its untested and PC and alu expand / shrink differently and could cause problems. Needs lengthy testing to see if its ok to do which I also believe he said he was going to do for like 6 months or something and if all goes well it might be a thing in the future.

[taropaste]

did i miss this announcement?

Hey I think Google may have got it wrong or something. I am not very good with timezone, only aware that AZ time zone never changes. MST is 6:56PM right now?

im in the west cost and it says MST was an hour later than we currently our. so it was posted at 7:50 MST according to the google (6:50 PST)

If you're PDT (daylight savings) then it's the same as MST. PST (standard) is one hour behind MST. I had to figure it out too.

[oldcat]

how do you install the leds that are next to the badge?

We will provide the hotswap SIP sockets and LEDs. You will need to solder that 6 hotswap sockets, then just insert the 3 LEDs in (and out and change freely)!

All instructions will be provided.

[wbandit]

sorry for the dumb question if it is (kinda new to this): what stabilizers should I get for this PCB/which ones do people recommend? I know that the GMK screw-in stabs are good in general, but can I get those for this PCB? thanks in advance!

[oldcat]

sorry for the dumb question if it is (kinda new to this): what stabilizers should I get for this PCB/which ones do people recommend? I know that the GMK screw-in stabs are good in general, but can I get those for this PCB? thanks in advance!

Yes, GMK screw-in PCB mount stabs are good. If you are in US, consider buying from Novelkeys!

[wbandit]

sorry for the dumb question if it is (kinda new to this): what stabilizers should I get for this PCB/which ones do people recommend? I know that the GMK screw-in stabs are good in general, but can I get those for this PCB? thanks in advance!

Yes, GMK screw-in PCB mount stabs are good. If you are in US, consider buying from Novelkeys!

awesome, thanks for the super fast reply! will definitely order from them. super stoked for this board!

[Sic_Alpha]

Zeal stabs are really good too; expensive though.

[arrowM]

Any chance you'll release a sound test video for the PC prototype? Would love to have a demonstration.

[oldcat]

Any chance you'll release a sound test video for the PC prototype? Would love to have a demonstration.

Yes the build stream is still on schedule to be live before the GB starts. I will share a link when it is available.

[Bryan]

I have a question of detail before the GB opens up.

I noticed on renders and samples of the top case for the badge case vs non badged case there is a little divot or cut out that runs along the right side of the case and is non existent on the left side of the case.

I plan on getting the non badged case as that is my layout preference, but based on samples and renders it seems that the right side divot or cut out is not present (I prefer the right side of the case to be a straight edge as it looks more uniform to the left side of the case).

Is the cut out/right side straight on the non badged layout? If so YAY!

[oldcat]

I have a question of detail before the GB opens up.

I noticed on renders and samples of the top case for the badge case vs non badged case there is a little divot or cut out that runs along the right side of the case and is non existent on the left side of the case.

I plan on getting the non badged case as that is my layout preference, but based on samples and renders it seems that the right side divot or cut out is not present (I prefer the right side of the case to be a straight edge as it looks more uniform to the left side of the case).

Is the cut out/right side straight on the non badged layout? If so YAY!

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Hey bro, Non-badge version has no big chamfer (will have straight line)

[jaredddm]

can we get proto pics of that rose gold alu? gotta see how its gonna look before buying! ^^

[oldcat]

can we get proto pics of that rose gold alu? gotta see how its gonna look before buying! ^^

Yes here you go. Here is the color sample for rose gold Alu version

[AlcoholEnthusiast]

Any chance of a filled in/no badge blocker?

[wellbeing44]

Any chance of a filled in/no badge blocker?

Or a PC badge that blends in, maybe?

[HAYAN]

OH.. Gmk DMG purple color alu option is gone?
Sad X(

[Marutks]

That cutout around enter key is huge.   Does it not affect switch stability (enter and pipe) ?
I want to use ANSI Enter with "compatible" plate because of split backspace.

[kolyz]

how do you install the leds that are next to the badge?

We will provide the hotswap SIP sockets and LEDs. You will need to solder that 6 hotswap sockets, then just insert the 3 LEDs in (and out and change freely)!

All instructions will be provided.

No chance of having the sip sockets soldered at the manufacturing level? Opting for the hotswap pcb (for solderless build) and having to solder 6 sockets kind of defeats the purpose.

[oldcat]

how do you install the leds that are next to the badge?

We will provide the hotswap SIP sockets and LEDs. You will need to solder that 6 hotswap sockets, then just insert the 3 LEDs in (and out and change freely)!

All instructions will be provided.

No chance of having the sip sockets soldered at the manufacturing level? Opting for the hotswap pcb (for solderless build) and having to solder 6 sockets kind of defeats the purpose.

More costs. But I will make it happen for you buddy.
Thanks for the feedback. Let me know what else can be improved.

[kolyz]

how do you install the leds that are next to the badge?

We will provide the hotswap SIP sockets and LEDs. You will need to solder that 6 hotswap sockets, then just insert the 3 LEDs in (and out and change freely)!

All instructions will be provided.

No chance of having the sip sockets soldered at the manufacturing level? Opting for the hotswap pcb (for solderless build) and having to solder 6 sockets kind of defeats the purpose.

More costs. But I will make it happen for you buddy.
Thanks for the feedback. Let me know what else can be improved.

OOF! You're the best oldcat, thank you so much! <3 so excited to join this GB when it goes live.

[yur1orlov]

Pretty excited.. might get two, too many choices

[oldcat]

Just confirmed that both gf-enhanced black and regular clear (both frosted) PC will be made available without additional costs.

2 of the PC Prototypes will be shipped to me tomorrow or Wednesday. And potter will do a build stream and some typing tests on  Sunday.





Black one has not been polished or crystal blasted

[Sic_Alpha]

Is the black opaque after polishing/blasting?  I kind of like the transparent clear
I'm sure we'll get examples of all before having to decide and pull the trigger.

[oldcat]

Is the black opaque after polishing/blasting?  I kind of like the transparent clear
I'm sure we'll get examples of all before having to decide and pull the trigger.

Right we will take some high resolution pictures before GB starts. From what I can see it is not translucent. I will see for sure when I get them.

[ninjacore]

Will airpotter be doing alu and pc builds? I'd love to hear the difference between the two.

[oldcat]

Will airpotter be doing alu and pc builds? I'd love to hear the difference between the two.

Only PC build for the 6.5, he will also be building a Space65, which is top_mount alu board.

[daviddoi]

very interested. cant wait for gb, i wish there was a white for this

[oldcat]

very interested. cant wait for gb, i wish there was a white for this

Thanks! Unfortunately, there is no anodization white. Hope the frosted PC will satisfy your needs for a bright white-ish color!

[joelmats3]

Just looked at the details and wondering if there is an option to choose the color of the weight/badge? It says gold pvd so wasn't sure. Thanks!

[Moridin]

Oldcat, when (approximately) will the GB start?

[oldcat]

Oldcat, when (approximately) will the GB start?

Hey Moridin, brass starts 4/13, PC/alu start at 4/14, details are here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=99634.msg2742332#msg2742332

[ninjacore]

Oldcat, when (approximately) will the GB start?

Hey Moridin, brass starts 4/13, PC/alu start at 4/14, details are here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=99634.msg2742332#msg2742332

You should really just add this to the OP.  I know it's linked there, but still...

[Moridin]

Oldcat, when (approximately) will the GB start?

Hey Moridin, brass starts 4/13, PC/alu start at 4/14, details are here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=99634.msg2742332#msg2742332

Thanks.

[R0N1N]

Oldcat, which color case is the one in the gmk vaporwave render?

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[oldcat]

Oldcat, when (approximately) will the GB start?

Hey Moridin, brass starts 4/13, PC/alu start at 4/14, details are here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=99634.msg2742332#msg2742332

You should really just add this to the OP.  I know it's linked there, but still...

Thanks! Doing it now.

[oldcat]

Oldcat, which color case is the one in the gmk vaporwave render?

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It's the good old gray color.

[oldcat]

Here are some possible options (not available for all models):

PC and Alu colors: mid 5 are alu, top/bottom PC:



Badges and Weights:



Layouts:



Layout KLE:

[DetectiveNio]

will there be more color choices to the PC version Mr Oldcat? Dont have a PC board yet but that rose gold is sexy

[Aznguyen316]

wonder if something like the KBD67 hotswap pcb would fit into this case.  Split backspace hotswap is what I would most prefer. Sorry if it's been mentioned, but does this have a left side usb port?

https://kbdfans.cn/products/coming-soon-kbd67-mechanical-keyboard-diy-kit

[Bahm78]

Very nice design

[ptiede]

wonder if something like the KBD67 hotswap pcb would fit into this case.  Split backspace hotswap is what I would most prefer. Sorry if it's been mentioned, but does this have a left side usb port?

https://kbdfans.cn/products/coming-soon-kbd67-mechanical-keyboard-diy-kit

I think from the pcb renders on the first page it looks like a middle usb port.

[kolyz]

oof that gray aluminum actually looks nice!

[ian13]

Is it too early to ask for the shipping method/shipping company that you will be using?

I suppose this will be manufactured in China so I'm wondering if it is possible to use DHL Express Worldwide so that delivery will be straight to my door/house instead of picking it up from the local post and end-up paying more for the customs duties in my country. 

[ninjacore]

Split backspace hotswap is what I would most prefer.

Split backspace, hotswap, with badge would be nice. I’ll solder if I have to, but wouldn’t mind the time savings.

[kolyz]

Split backspace hotswap is what I would most prefer.

Split backspace, hotswap, with badge would be nice. I’ll solder if I have to, but wouldn’t mind the time savings.

Yeah agreed!

[oldcat]

will there be more color choices to the PC version Mr Oldcat? Dont have a PC board yet but that rose gold is sexy

Hey, only regular frost clear and gf-enhanced black PC

[oldcat]

Is it too early to ask for the shipping method/shipping company that you will be using?

I suppose this will be manufactured in China so I'm wondering if it is possible to use DHL Express Worldwide so that delivery will be straight to my door/house instead of picking it up from the local post and end-up paying more for the customs duties in my country. 

It's possible but I believe DHL Express is more expensive for you in terms of shipping (I could be wrong). SF is so far cheapest I believe. If in some countries DHL is cheaper yet provides a better service we can certainly consider that.

[Zurg Eon]

This is looking great!

A few questions:

• Did you decide on white-yellow PCB based on the votes in the survey? This option might have gotten the most votes simply because it's the first option and you can't skip that question if you don't have a preference.
• I am unsure if I'd rather have a PC or alu board. What would you recommend? Pros and cons?
• Will the alu version have the 4.5mm, perfectly-cut PC Plate? If not, then I guess I'll prefer a PC board for the sound properties as you've mentioned, even though I've never typed on an alu board.
• Will the Wavez keycaps only be available with the dark green alu board, or can we mix board colors and keycap options as we will? I think I'd rather have a black alu or frosted PC board with the Wavez keys.
• What switches will be available to choose from?
• How difficult would it be to modify the PCB to support Bluetooth, if it's even possible? I might get two boards if this is doable. I've never soldered before, but I believe I could get it done with instructions at least.

Sorry if any of the questions have already been answered.
Thanks!

Sincerely,
A noob.

[Sic_Alpha]

This is looking great!

A few questions:

• Will the Wavez keycaps only be available with the dark green alu board, or can we mix board colors and keycap options as we will? I think I'd rather have a black alu or frosted PC board with the Wavez keys.
• What switches will be available to choose from?
• How difficult would it be to modify the PCB to support Bluetooth, if it's even possible? I might get two boards if this is doable. I've never soldered before, but I believe I could get it done with instructions at least.

GMK Wavez keycaps are currently live here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=100063.0  They are not part of this GB

Switches will be purchased separately, not part of the GB; buy what you want to install onto it ;-)

Best bet for "modifying" it to use bluetooth would be something like this: http://handheldsci.com/kb/  Though I believe I remember oldcat saying a BT PCB may be an option in the future; I think I remember reading that.