[GB]LZ Alps pcb + plate and LZ-FE diffuser(Shipping)

[henz]

We(Me and Bocahgundul) have spoken to Life Zone and Leeku and figured out a way to offer an alps solution for all Alu LZ TKL keyboards(with and exception of LZ-R).
We will offer a plate + PCB(a kit) you will be able to add in RGB leds and a acrylic diffuser.


For those who are not familiar with the Life Zones work, you can check out his many keyboards at :

 http://lzlife.tistory.com/

We need to achieve a MOQ of 18 pcbs+plates to get this to happen, so shout out to all your friends which has a LZ TKL board! We will not sell any diffusers or leds unless we hit MOQ of the plates and pcbs.

Order placed, 6 weeks approximately until the order fullfilment(Mid june)

Payment status 12/12

Offerings:
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PCB + Plate

The PCB is made by Leeku and is called L3 ALPhaS.
The pcb is programmed with JigOn firmware, can be found here: http://kbdlab.co.kr/index.php?mid=board_sw&document_srl=2702787

here are some shots from kbdlab with the pcb sitting in a orion v2:

http://kbdlab.co.kr/index.php?document_srl=2381083&mid=board_Lsno50

The plate is made by lifezone, you will be able to choose one between 3 different layouts:

• AEK II. Someone has to correct us if we are wrong but aek houses four 1.5, two 1,25 mods and a 6.5u spacebar. Only compatible with a LZ keyboards without winkey blockers
• Dell at101 and SGI type plate, Standard WKL(ansi 84 key) layout originating from dell at101 and SGI keyboards.This is compatible with all LZ keyboards.
• Dell at101W, this is a standard ANSI 87 key layout we all know from a standard tkl(filco, cmstorm quickfire, ducky etc) Only compatible with a LZ keyboards without winkey blockers.

80$ (43+37) Right now we only offer a pcb with a plate. So no plate or pcb only orders.

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We are glad to introduce PCB only orders at 43$

the pcbs are of the same dimension as a a87, and should fit in most korean custom cases.
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RGB Leds

Enough leds to fit a pcb 6$


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Acryllic Diffuser (3mm thick) 7$ LZ-FE ONLY

You will also be able to use this if you have a MX pcb with some kind of side leds, like a Nerd or tx87 etc. Again ths only fits LZ-FE.

This diffuser has been prototyped by yuktsi. And reworked by LZ

More

image stolen from the “post your Korean keyboard” thread,thanks for the potato yuktsi!

Drawing by LZ:

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Shipping


Shipping will be done from Life Zone himself, if your country does not fit into any of these groups Please send us a pm and we will try get a more accurate quote for you ,also if you plan to buy more than one kit. Please pm us. As this is pricing for 1 kit(plus leds and diffuser)
 
Shipping to Asia: 21$
Shipping to Europe 31,5$
Shipping to America 42$
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All orders will be billed a gb handling fee of 2$

If you have any questions, feel free to ask them here in the thread. Q&A will be created along the way.

Submit your order here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16oSZ63JR4ADgeOWZZTt15-goBVavyF5iX9ZrCS942Pw/viewform

We want to thank LZ, Leeku and yuktsi which made this possible.

[henz]

Q&A:

Current MOQ status?

18/10 Plates
18/18 Pcbs

Does at101 and at101W have stepped caps lock?

Yes

Are controller parts soldered on?

All controller parts are pre soldered, diodes and resistors are not(for switches).

Is the AEKII plate fully compatible with and aek keycaps(ie is the function row switches rotated)?

Yes

Lz tkl models:

LZ FE
LZ RE
LZ SE
LZ GH
LZ S
LZ F

[henz]

Sweet, approved. Lets get this thing rolling. Feel free to ask any questions you might have.

[jbondeson]

You'll want to call out whether the Caps Lock is stepped or not for the AT101/AT101W plates. If they are stepped then vintage caps will fit, however the Alpine Winter and any future SP caps will not.


I personally don't own an LZ board, but it's great to see more Alps custom love! 

Edit:

Also AEK function rows are rotated, so you have the same dilemma there with vintage v. new caps.

[henz]

You'll want to call out whether the Caps Lock is stepped or not for the AT101/AT101W plates. If they are stepped then vintage caps will fit, however the Alpine Winter and any future SP caps will not.


I personally don't own an LZ board, but it's great to see more Alps custom love! 

They are the same 


I guess i was unclear, both layouts have stepped caps lock. Added to the Q&A. You can see it on the pictures as well. caps and tab are located on the same horizontal coordinate

[bocahgundul]

Sweet that this got approved 

Let's spread the love

[WNovizar]

If this GB only came with PCB and Plate only, then where can I get the case compatible with this PCB?

[bocahgundul]

If this GB only came with PCB and Plate only, then where can I get the case compatible with this PCB?

You could search for LZ tkl board
I don't know where can you find 1 tho

but yeah a fellow Indonesian 

[limitz]

Does this support the LZ-SE 84?

[WNovizar]

If this GB only came with PCB and Plate only, then where can I get the case compatible with this PCB?

You could search for LZ tkl board
I don't know where can you find 1 tho

but yeah a fellow Indonesian 

I don't think that's the problem. I just want to be clear about case compatibility, since OP mentioned that this PCB (and Plate) is compatible with all TKL cases, including Varmilo TKL Aluminium cases, TEX/Filco ONI TKL cases?

[Steezus]

If this GB only came with PCB and Plate only, then where can I get the case compatible with this PCB?

You could search for LZ tkl board
I don't know where can you find 1 tho

but yeah a fellow Indonesian 

I don't think that's the problem. I just want to be clear about case compatibility, since OP mentioned that this PCB (and Plate) is compatible with all TKL cases, including Varmilo TKL Aluminium cases, TEX/Filco ONI TKL cases?

It's compatible for LZ specific TKL boards, not just any TKL.

[henz]

Does this support the LZ-SE 84?

Yupp

[Perish]

For clarity, no LZ case is a part of the buy? That would need to be sourced separately by the buyer correct?

[bocahgundul]

For clarity, no LZ case is a part of the buy? That would need to be sourced separately by the buyer correct?

Yes, no case are being offered in this GB 

If this GB only came with PCB and Plate only, then where can I get the case compatible with this PCB?

You could search for LZ tkl board
I don't know where can you find 1 tho

but yeah a fellow Indonesian 

I don't think that's the problem. I just want to be clear about case compatibility, since OP mentioned that this PCB (and Plate) is compatible with all TKL cases, including Varmilo TKL Aluminium cases, TEX/Filco ONI TKL cases?

It just fit LZ made keyboard in TKL design

Do you even read the post thoroughly bro?

[Steezus]

If this GB only came with PCB and Plate only, then where can I get the case compatible with this PCB?

You could search for LZ tkl board
I don't know where can you find 1 tho

but yeah a fellow Indonesian 

I don't think that's the problem. I just want to be clear about case compatibility, since OP mentioned that this PCB (and Plate) is compatible with all TKL cases, including Varmilo TKL Aluminium cases, TEX/Filco ONI TKL cases?

It just fit LZ made keyboard in TKL design

Do you even read the post thoroughly bro?

Chill bocah, he's new and it doesn't say anywhere in the OP that a case is not included.

[WinterIsle]

One question: Are the controller parts came pre-soldered? Thanks.

[henz]

One question: Are the controller parts came pre-soldered? Thanks.

Let me check, but im 90% sure controller parts come presoldered.

[WinterIsle]

Let me check, but im 90% sure controller parts come presoldered.

Nice 

[henz]

I also added a field and change one in the form. Guys who already submitted an entry please fill in the new field and changed on.

What i added is a forum name field, so i can contact you if there are some issues.
I also change the plate+pcb section so you can speficy which plate layout you want.

[Blaise170]

So I'm interested if I can get a case... Where does one source a case? Do you have to buy a used one from someone who already has one or will LZ make a new batch? If the latter then I'll join. The former and I'm not interested.

[henz]

So I'm interested if I can get a case... Where does one source a case? Do you have to buy a used one from someone who already has one or will LZ make a new batch? If the latter then I'll join. The former and I'm not interested.

unfortuneatley you need a to buy a used one, or wait untill LZ starts making a new one(which i dont think is planned currently)

[henz]

Let me check, but im 90% sure controller parts come presoldered.

Nice 

Controller parts are soldered, resistors and diodes are not.

[zennasyndroxx]

Let me check, but im 90% sure controller parts come presoldered.

Nice 

buybuybuy

All the best with the GB

[henz]

Let me check, but im 90% sure controller parts come presoldered.

Nice 

buybuybuy

All the best with the GB

Also, Everyone who has ordered, please update your response because i had to make a change to the form.

[henz]

So I'm interested if I can get a case... Where does one source a case? Do you have to buy a used one from someone who already has one or will LZ make a new batch? If the latter then I'll join. The former and I'm not interested.

Lz has created a IC for some kind of ironman board. Looks pretty cool. Have to ask him if it will be compatible.

https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=80196.0

[HoffmanMyster]

  Just saw this buy now. 

Very intriguing.    I'm certainly not the biggest Alps fan out there, but I've been rather disappointed with the feel of the MX Blues I have in my LZ-GH - having the option to swap out the PCB/plate with a drop-in solution like this is great, and will give me some motivation to try "high-end" Alps switches. 

It looks like the PCB supports 90 degree rotated switches in the F-row to accommodate AEKII keycaps - correct?  If so, I will likely place an order. 

[alienman82]

  Just saw this buy now. 

Very intriguing.    I'm certainly not the biggest Alps fan out there, but I've been rather disappointed with the feel of the MX Blues I have in my LZ-GH - having the option to swap out the PCB/plate with a drop-in solution like this is great, and will give me some motivation to try "high-end" Alps switches. 

It looks like the PCB supports 90 degree rotated switches in the F-row to accommodate AEKII keycaps - correct?  If so, I will likely place an order. 

make sure you get more than one kit.  I had enough brown alps for my Duck Orion V2, but I used blue alps cause Hype.  Was a mistake.  I am now back to square one.  Try those switches if you can first!

[HoffmanMyster]

  Just saw this buy now. 

Very intriguing.    I'm certainly not the biggest Alps fan out there, but I've been rather disappointed with the feel of the MX Blues I have in my LZ-GH - having the option to swap out the PCB/plate with a drop-in solution like this is great, and will give me some motivation to try "high-end" Alps switches. 

It looks like the PCB supports 90 degree rotated switches in the F-row to accommodate AEKII keycaps - correct?  If so, I will likely place an order. 

make sure you get more than one kit.  I had enough brown alps for my Duck Orion V2, but I used blue alps cause Hype.  Was a mistake.  I am now back to square one.  Try those switches if you can first!

I've tried enough switch types to get a good feel for them, thankfully.  I still don't buy all the hype with most of them, but after being relatively underwhelmed with Matias QuietClicks I'm ready to give some of the others a chance in a kustom board and see how that goes.  Just hoping I can find a semi-decent price.  )

[CommonCurt]

How long will this GB be open for?

[henz]

  Just saw this buy now. 

Very intriguing.    I'm certainly not the biggest Alps fan out there, but I've been rather disappointed with the feel of the MX Blues I have in my LZ-GH - having the option to swap out the PCB/plate with a drop-in solution like this is great, and will give me some motivation to try "high-end" Alps switches. 

It looks like the PCB supports 90 degree rotated switches in the F-row to accommodate AEKII keycaps - correct?  If so, I will likely place an order. 

Let me check that.

How long will this GB be open for?

28 march(this year )

[vivalarevolución]

Just saw this.  Might buy.  I'll have to think about it.

[alienman82]

Just saw this.  Might buy.  I'll have to think about it.

just do it TM

[bocahgundul]

  Just saw this buy now. 

Very intriguing.    I'm certainly not the biggest Alps fan out there, but I've been rather disappointed with the feel of the MX Blues I have in my LZ-GH - having the option to swap out the PCB/plate with a drop-in solution like this is great, and will give me some motivation to try "high-end" Alps switches. 

It looks like the PCB supports 90 degree rotated switches in the F-row to accommodate AEKII keycaps - correct?  If so, I will likely place an order. 

I'm gonna check that for you hoff!

Just saw this.  Might buy.  I'll have to think about it.

How long will this GB be open for?

28 march but we will let it open for more to meet the moq

[henz]

  Just saw this buy now. 

Very intriguing.    I'm certainly not the biggest Alps fan out there, but I've been rather disappointed with the feel of the MX Blues I have in my LZ-GH - having the option to swap out the PCB/plate with a drop-in solution like this is great, and will give me some motivation to try "high-end" Alps switches. 

It looks like the PCB supports 90 degree rotated switches in the F-row to accommodate AEKII keycaps - correct?  If so, I will likely place an order. 

PCB supports it atleast. get back to you on the plate.

[bocahgundul]

  Just saw this buy now. 

Very intriguing.    I'm certainly not the biggest Alps fan out there, but I've been rather disappointed with the feel of the MX Blues I have in my LZ-GH - having the option to swap out the PCB/plate with a drop-in solution like this is great, and will give me some motivation to try "high-end" Alps switches. 

It looks like the PCB supports 90 degree rotated switches in the F-row to accommodate AEKII keycaps - correct?  If so, I will likely place an order. 
[/quote
Confirmed that its rotated 90 degree

[henz]

Im waiting for your order Hoff

[limitz]

Joined, thanks for reminder 

[HoffmanMyster]

Im waiting for your order Hoff

I ordered.    I think I butchered the form though.   I put my entire address in the 'address' section, because I didn't see a section for 'city'.  It should be easy to figure out though.  Let me know if you have any questions or want to reprimand me for my stupidity. 

[henz]

Im waiting for your order Hoff

I ordered.    I think I butchered the form though.   I put my entire address in the 'address' section, because I didn't see a section for 'city'.  It should be easy to figure out though.  Let me know if you have any questions or want to reprimand me for my stupidity. 

Its rather me who should add a city section. Ill fix

[BunnyLake]

great work

gl guys

[bocahgundul]

great work

gl guys

Thank you bunny!

Im waiting for your order Hoff

I ordered.    I think I butchered the form though.   I put my entire address in the 'address' section, because I didn't see a section for 'city'.  It should be easy to figure out though.  Let me know if you have any questions or want to reprimand me for my stupidity. 

OuO hoff joining team alps yo

Joined, thanks for reminder 

Yay thank you!

[henz]

gais dont forget to add your layouts! otherwise ill have to send a bunch of pms.

[jdcarpe]

I'm in. It's all about the Alps.

[HoffmanMyster]

gais dont forget to add your layouts!

Oops. 

Added.  But I also switched from 2 kits to 1 kit.    Sorry, but after some more thought I just can't justify having three PCBs for the same board.  :|

[henz]

I'm in. It's all about the Alps.

Sweet!

great work

gl guys

Thanks!

gais dont forget to add your layouts!

Oops. 

Added.  But I also switched from 2 kits to 1 kit.    Sorry, but after some more thought I just can't justify having three PCBs for the same board.  :|

good! we are more than halfway if we are 1 behind at due date, ill hold you accountable!

[LifeZ]

Hi all~!
alps plate 3 type for LZ tkl series(without LZ-R)

dell at101 new
dell at101 old
apple ext2

STS 1.2mm plate

[limitz]

I know very little about Alps, which of the above keyboards is easiest to source switches, keycaps from?

[bocahgundul]

I know very little about Alps, which of the above keyboards is easiest to source switches, keycaps from?

You mean the easiest alps switches to get right? Well, the easiest one is getting matias switches. Or if you want some OG stuff you could get salmon alps for tactile switches that can be sourced from AEK 2. I think that is the easiest alps SKCM switches to get and salmon alps is really good and some users said that they feel like an ergo clear with actuation points on top.

And keycaps. You could source ABS keycaps from matias. But if you want some good alps keycaps you could search in ebay for AEK 2 keyboard and SGI granite keyboard for their thick PBT dyesubs.

I hope that this post helps you and if not you could ask more bro!

Using tapatalk to post is damn hard

Hi all~!
alps plate 3 type for LZ tkl series(without LZ-R)

dell at101 new
dell at101 old
apple ext2

STS 1.2mm plate

Thank you for all the work LZ!

[henz]

Updated op with the new plate pictures.

Just saw this.  Might buy.  I'll have to think about it.

Let me check, but im 90% sure controller parts come presoldered.

Nice 

gais where are your orders?

Dont make me buy the rest of the kits to meet the MOQ.

[henz]

anyone have some LZ friends? i dont want to buy the rest of the kits

[Blaise170]

anyone have some LZ friends? i dont want to buy the rest of the kits

Like I said, I'd buy in if there was a compatible case available to buy with it, but there isn't (and the Ironman case isn't compatible either according to LZ).

[henz]

anyone have some LZ friends? i dont want to buy the rest of the kits

Like I said, I'd buy in if there was a compatible case available to buy with it, but there isn't (and the Ironman case isn't compatible either according to LZ).

we love you for it blaise!

[vivalarevolución]

Updated op with the new plate pictures.

Just saw this.  Might buy.  I'll have to think about it.

Let me check, but im 90% sure controller parts come presoldered.

Nice 

gais where are your orders?

Dont make me buy the rest of the kits to meet the MOQ.

Budget and lack of a case is holding me back.  Plus, I might be falling out of love with Alps.

[henz]

Updated op with the new plate pictures.

Just saw this.  Might buy.  I'll have to think about it.

Let me check, but im 90% sure controller parts come presoldered.

Nice 

gais where are your orders?

Dont make me buy the rest of the kits to meet the MOQ.

Budget and lack of a case is holding me back.  Plus, I might be falling out of love with Alps.

Can't you like both? I even use my Browns from time to time:)

I can understand its hard to justify if your case less =(

[itzmeluigi]

Is there a list of all LZ TKL boards that exist? Im generally not a fan of the look on most LZ boards but if i can find one i like ill probably join and find a case at a later time. Dell AT101 old layout for the win 

[henz]

Is there a list of all LZ TKL boards that exist? Im generally not a fan of the look on most LZ boards but if i can find one i like ill probably join and find a case at a later time. Dell AT101 old layout for the win 

You can check the Lz link in the op. But I added a list which are the ones I know fit,  the RE I have to check  if it's compatible but I don't think so.

[bocahgundul]

Is there a list of all LZ TKL boards that exist? Im generally not a fan of the look on most LZ boards but if i can find one i like ill probably join and find a case at a later time. Dell AT101 old layout for the win 

I'm sorry for the late reply but this is the list of tkl lz that can be used :
LZ FE
LZ RE
LZ SE
LZ GH
LZ S
LZ F

[henz]

Is there a list of all LZ TKL boards that exist? Im generally not a fan of the look on most LZ boards but if i can find one i like ill probably join and find a case at a later time. Dell AT101 old layout for the win 

I'm sorry for the late reply but this is the list of tkl lz that can be used :
LZ FE
LZ RE
LZ SE
LZ GH
LZ S
LZ F

Q&A updated!

[itzmeluigi]

Awesome list thanks LZ S looks so good.

Theres someone selling a LZ R but in the OP it says its not compatible. What part on it causes the incompatibility? Would modding maybe make it work?

[henz]

This guy is selling a RE

https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47497.0

[bocahgundul]

Awesome list thanks LZ S looks so good.

Theres someone selling a LZ R but in the OP it says its not compatible. What part on it causes the incompatibility? Would modding maybe make it work?

Its because of the screw on the plate

No we can't fix it by modding bro haha

[vivalarevolución]

Can't you like both? I even use my Browns from time to time:)

I can understand its hard to justify if your case less =(

Not when I live in less than 700 square feet.  If it ain't being used, it's out the door.

[E3E]

Can't you like both? I even use my Browns from time to time:)

I can understand its hard to justify if your case less =(

Not when I live in less than 700 square feet.  If it ain't being used, it's out the door.

I've got a Realforce coming in today, courtesy of Axtran, so I'll finally be able to compare Alps SKCM Brown and Alps SKCM Neon Green (Lime, or whatever) to Topre as so many make comparisons there.

I don't think I could ever give up on Alps though, because I love the switches for more than just their feel. The history of Alps and their design in general just charms the hell out if me.

[alienman82]

Can't you like both? I even use my Browns from time to time:)

I can understand its hard to justify if your case less =(

Not when I live in less than 700 square feet.  If it ain't being used, it's out the door.

I've got a Realforce coming in today, courtesy of Axtran, so I'll finally be able to compare Alps SKCM Brown and Alps SKCM Neon Green (Lime, or whatever) to Topre as so many make comparisons there.

I don't think I could ever give up on Alps though, because I love the switches for more than just their feel. The history of Alps and their design in general just charms the hell out if me.

alps OnO

[bocahgundul]

Can't you like both? I even use my Browns from time to time:)

I can understand its hard to justify if your case less =(

Not when I live in less than 700 square feet.  If it ain't being used, it's out the door.

I've got a Realforce coming in today, courtesy of Axtran, so I'll finally be able to compare Alps SKCM Brown and Alps SKCM Neon Green (Lime, or whatever) to Topre as so many make comparisons there.

I don't think I could ever give up on Alps though, because I love the switches for more than just their feel. The history of Alps and their design in general just charms the hell out if me.

alps OnO

give alps another chance pls

[alienman82]

Can't you like both? I even use my Browns from time to time:)

I can understand its hard to justify if your case less =(

Not when I live in less than 700 square feet.  If it ain't being used, it's out the door.

I've got a Realforce coming in today, courtesy of Axtran, so I'll finally be able to compare Alps SKCM Brown and Alps SKCM Neon Green (Lime, or whatever) to Topre as so many make comparisons there.

I don't think I could ever give up on Alps though, because I love the switches for more than just their feel. The history of Alps and their design in general just charms the hell out if me.

alps OnO

give alps another chance pls

Ahh maybe ...

[E3E]

Eh, I guess it's not surprising to anyone that knows my preferences, but I tried some Topre finally, and I definitely don't prefer it over Alps.

Alps SKCM Brown and Alps SKCM Neon Green definitely feel like very close equivalents, kind of like a mechanical Topre switch (clacky bottoming out as opposed to the rubbery thock of Topre).

[bocahgundul]

Eh, I guess it's not surprising to anyone that knows my preferences, but I tried some Topre finally, and I definitely don't prefer it over Alps.

Alps SKCM Brown and Alps SKCM Neon Green definitely feel like very close equivalents, kind of like a mechanical Topre switch (clacky bottoming out as opposed to the rubbery thock of Topre).

You should embrace the oneness with cup rubber bro 

They feel good if you're not hammering the keys

[E3E]

Eh, I guess it's not surprising to anyone that knows my preferences, but I tried some Topre finally, and I definitely don't prefer it over Alps.

Alps SKCM Brown and Alps SKCM Neon Green definitely feel like very close equivalents, kind of like a mechanical Topre switch (clacky bottoming out as opposed to the rubbery thock of Topre).

You should embrace the oneness with cup rubber bro 

They feel good if you're not hammering the keys

Oh, someday I'll totally drop some cash on making a fun custom Topre rig or something, since I admire all the customization people put in to Topre stuff! I just don't think it's my favorite kind of switch is all. They are incredibly smooth, but they don't have that separation that I feel with mechanical compared to anything made from rubber. I know I'd get slayed for this comment, lol.

They are very nice though. I guess I've just sold my soul to Alps.

[bocahgundul]

Eh, I guess it's not surprising to anyone that knows my preferences, but I tried some Topre finally, and I definitely don't prefer it over Alps.

Alps SKCM Brown and Alps SKCM Neon Green definitely feel like very close equivalents, kind of like a mechanical Topre switch (clacky bottoming out as opposed to the rubbery thock of Topre).

You should embrace the oneness with cup rubber bro 

They feel good if you're not hammering the keys

Oh, someday I'll totally drop some cash on making a fun custom Topre rig or something, since I admire all the customization people put in to Topre stuff! I just don't think it's my favorite kind of switch is all. They are incredibly smooth, but they don't have that separation that I feel with mechanical compared to anything made from rubber. I know I'd get slayed for this comment, lol.

They are very nice though. I guess I've just sold my soul to Alps.

I agree with you!

I sold my soul to alps too 

[Blaise170]

I tried Topre last year at a meetup and I was highly unimpressed. All the better too, don't have to pay a giant price premium on it.

[bocahgundul]

CMON order moar we're still at 11

[appleonama]

I tried Topre last year at a meetup and I was highly unimpressed. All the better too, don't have to pay a giant price premium on it.

:^) Sorry pleb fingers will never understand topre.

[calavera]

I tried Topre last year at a meetup and I was highly unimpressed. All the better too, don't have to pay a giant price premium on it.

:^) Sorry pleb fingers will never understand topre.

I think topre is something that kinda grows on you the more you use it. You can't just judge it by typing on it a few times. When I first got it I was like meh, but as I used it for a few weeks it really grew on my and became my main board for two years. Anywho, back on topic: I would have jumped on this immediately but I'm having a hard time finding a board/case that would fit.

[bocahgundul]

I tried Topre last year at a meetup and I was highly unimpressed. All the better too, don't have to pay a giant price premium on it.

:^) Sorry pleb fingers will never understand topre.

Ugh thanks god that topre is what you guys are after, if not alps will be so scarce

I tried Topre last year at a meetup and I was highly unimpressed. All the better too, don't have to pay a giant price premium on it.

:^) Sorry pleb fingers will never understand topre.

I think topre is something that kinda grows on you the more you use it. You can't just judge it by typing on it a few times. When I first got it I was like meh, but as I used it for a few weeks it really grew on my and became my main board for two years. Anywho, back on topic: I would have jumped on this immediately but I'm having a hard time finding a board/case that would fit.

What about buy a plate and pcb and design the case yourself 

[henz]

People of the realm of geekhack, if you are lurking around and have not yet decided, you better do it soon or this won't happen.

[alienman82]

People of the realm of geekhack, if you are lurking around and have not yet decided, you better do it soon or this won't happen.

how soon bro?

[alienman82]

I am considering ordering several kits just deciding on things.

[henz]

I am considering ordering several kits just deciding on things.

I've set 28 March in op,  I can extend it to 31st if it helps

[alienman82]

I am considering ordering several kits just deciding on things.

I've set 28 March in op,  I can extend it to 31st if it helps

Oh I think I'm fine with a week.  Thanks for the offer though.

[limitz]

I am considering ordering several kits just deciding on things.

I've set 28 March in op,  I can extend it to 31st if it helps

How many is still needed to meet MOQ?

[henz]

I am considering ordering several kits just deciding on things.

I've set 28 March in op,  I can extend it to 31st if it helps

How many is still needed to meet MOQ?

we are 11/18 so 7 more

[E3E]

I'd order 2 if I could just get the PCB, since I have 3 bottoms for my Orion v2. I plan on having two tops built out of acrylic and getting some plates done so I can have all of them go into separate boards.

But there's really no need for me to buy it with the LZ plate. It'd be, like, impossible for me to sell JUST an Alps plate to someone unless, on the off chance, they really wanted to handwire a TKL Alps board or had a PCB of their own, but no plate, which is even less likely.

[alienman82]

I am considering ordering several kits just deciding on things.

I've set 28 March in op,  I can extend it to 31st if it helps

How many is still needed to meet MOQ?

we are 11/18 so 7 more

hmm I'll be ordering 3 I think, but no promises just yet. 

[bocahgundul]

I'd order 2 if I could just get the PCB, since I have 3 bottoms for my Orion v2. I plan on having two tops built out of acrylic and getting some plates done so I can have all of them go into separate boards.

But there's really no need for me to buy it with the LZ plate. It'd be, like, impossible for me to sell JUST an Alps plate to someone unless, on the off chance, they really wanted to handwire a TKL Alps board or had a PCB of their own, but no plate, which is even less likely.

Yes you can just buy the PCB cause the moq is 18 pcb and 10 plates 

[E3E]

I'd order 2 if I could just get the PCB, since I have 3 bottoms for my Orion v2. I plan on having two tops built out of acrylic and getting some plates done so I can have all of them go into separate boards.

But there's really no need for me to buy it with the LZ plate. It'd be, like, impossible for me to sell JUST an Alps plate to someone unless, on the off chance, they really wanted to handwire a TKL Alps board or had a PCB of their own, but no plate, which is even less likely.

Yes you can just buy the PCB cause the moq is 18 pcb and 10 plates 

SIGN ME UP THEN!

[bocahgundul]

I'd order 2 if I could just get the PCB, since I have 3 bottoms for my Orion v2. I plan on having two tops built out of acrylic and getting some plates done so I can have all of them go into separate boards.

But there's really no need for me to buy it with the LZ plate. It'd be, like, impossible for me to sell JUST an Alps plate to someone unless, on the off chance, they really wanted to handwire a TKL Alps board or had a PCB of their own, but no plate, which is even less likely.

Yes you can just buy the PCB cause the moq is 18 pcb and 10 plates 

SIGN ME UP THEN!

YOU GOT IT BRO
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16oSZ63JR4ADgeOWZZTt15-goBVavyF5iX9ZrCS942Pw/viewform

[E3E]

I'd order 2 if I could just get the PCB, since I have 3 bottoms for my Orion v2. I plan on having two tops built out of acrylic and getting some plates done so I can have all of them go into separate boards.

But there's really no need for me to buy it with the LZ plate. It'd be, like, impossible for me to sell JUST an Alps plate to someone unless, on the off chance, they really wanted to handwire a TKL Alps board or had a PCB of their own, but no plate, which is even less likely.

Yes you can just buy the PCB cause the moq is 18 pcb and 10 plates 

SIGN ME UP THEN!

YOU GOT IT BRO
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16oSZ63JR4ADgeOWZZTt15-goBVavyF5iX9ZrCS942Pw/viewform

Done. I'm down for two PCBs. Specified in the form that I only wish to order two PCBs without any plates and that Mr. Bocahgundul said it was fine to do so.

[henz]

I'd order 2 if I could just get the PCB, since I have 3 bottoms for my Orion v2. I plan on having two tops built out of acrylic and getting some plates done so I can have all of them go into separate boards.

But there's really no need for me to buy it with the LZ plate. It'd be, like, impossible for me to sell JUST an Alps plate to someone unless, on the off chance, they really wanted to handwire a TKL Alps board or had a PCB of their own, but no plate, which is even less likely.

Yes you can just buy the PCB cause the moq is 18 pcb and 10 plates 

SIGN ME UP THEN!

YOU GOT IT BRO
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16oSZ63JR4ADgeOWZZTt15-goBVavyF5iX9ZrCS942Pw/viewform

Done. I'm down for two PCBs. Specified in the form that I only wish to order two PCBs without any plates and that Mr. Bocahgundul said it was fine to do so.

ive updated the form please update your response.

[E3E]

ive updated the form please update your response.

Done. Now, do the RGB LEDs not come presoldered onto the PCB in this case? They did with the Orion v2. I ask because of the RGB LED option.

[alienman82]

ive updated the form please update your response.

Done. Now, do the RGB LEDs not come presoldered onto the PCB in this case? They did with the Orion v2. I ask because of the RGB LED option.

don't forget diodes

[E3E]

ive updated the form please update your response.

Done. Now, do the RGB LEDs not come presoldered onto the PCB in this case? They did with the Orion v2. I ask because of the RGB LED option.

don't forget diodes

And resistors too apparently.

Oh well, these will likely sit for a while before being built as I'll need to get the plates made elsewhere.

Also, just wanted a more accurate representation of the PCBs as these are probably what we will be getting (ignore the circles; it was taken from a question in the Orion v2 thread):



So it'll be a red PCB as opposed to a white PCB unless this version is different.

[henz]

ill ask some questions, get back when i know more

[alienman82]

submitted.  I ordered 2 kits.  Thank you! I will use orange and brown alps.

[henz]

Sup guys, I'm going away this  weekend, will have zero Internet(an island with ****ty  cellphone coverage) we are just 3pcbs from the moment so I'll keep this open until Friday to give it a shot. Have had a crazy week at work/home  I'll try writing the questions today to leeku before I leave.

[henz]

good news, we have met the moq! 19 kits in total!

also, Leeku will include diodes and resistors with the pcbs(not pre soldered) I will start sending out invoices during the day.

Thanks everyone who made this happen.

[bocahgundul]

YES FINALLY! thank you everyone   

[henz]

Half the invoices have gone out, i have to talk with LZ regarding shipping multiple kits. ie what the price will be. also shipping outside the specified area needs to be specified.

In the meantime , for those who havent ,please specify what plates you want. Or send me a pm with the information

[limitz]

Paid! Looking forward to an Alps LZ-SE.

[bocahgundul]

Paid! Looking forward to an Alps LZ-SE.

Uh oh LZ SE alps damnnn

[popkorn62]

I'm very sorry I had to opt out ...

[henz]

All invoices has gone out! i am going to set the payment deadline for Friday next week

im in a hurry, ill updates ops and what not tomorrow

[henz]

closing for orders now, im old and tired

[HoffmanMyster]

I finally paid!    Let's get this show on the road.

[alienman82]

I'll be paying soon been extremely busy sorry for delay

[alienman82]

paid thanks so much!  Now to find an LZ.....

[gain]

Paid :U

paid thanks so much!  Now to find an LZ.....

Ayeee... Me too haha

[hitlu]

paid for lz

[henz]

Great work guys,  only a few orders left

[calavera]

Can I order a PCB only?

[henz]

Hello guys, deadline is today. We still have 2 payments left.

Hopefully i will make the order by the end of the weekend.

Thanks everyone.

[henz]

Update,

Everyone has paid their order!

There have been some miscommunication between interested parties. So i have not yet placed the order. Hopefully we can get it resolved asap.

Ill update again when i know more.

[hitlu]

Update,

Everyone has paid their order!

There have been some miscommunication between interested parties. So i have not yet placed the order. Hopefully we can get it resolved asap.

Ill update again when i know more.

Hope every thing goes well

[henz]

Update,

Everyone has paid their order!

There have been some miscommunication between interested parties. So i have not yet placed the order. Hopefully we can get it resolved asap.

Ill update again when i know more.

Hope every thing goes well

Good news

Order has been paid! Now the waiting game begins. Ill update op when i have estimates

[hitlu]

Update,

Everyone has paid their order!

There have been some miscommunication between interested parties. So i have not yet placed the order. Hopefully we can get it resolved asap.

Ill update again when i know more.

Hope every thing goes well

Good news

Order has been paid! Now the waiting game begins. Ill update op when i have estimates

bump

[henz]

Update,

Everyone has paid their order!

There have been some miscommunication between interested parties. So i have not yet placed the order. Hopefully we can get it resolved asap.

Ill update again when i know more.

Hope every thing goes well

Good news

Order has been paid! Now the waiting game begins. Ill update op when i have estimates

bump

Already updated, or what are you bumping?

[alienman82]

Sent pm regarding my order

[hammelgammler]

Would it be still possible to get a PCB/Plate combo? I'm a little late, but depending on other things (Orion V2) I might need the PCB/Plate to make it ALPS compatible.

[E3E]

Would it be still possible to get a PCB/Plate combo? I'm a little late, but depending on other things (Orion V2) I might need the PCB/Plate to make it ALPS compatible.

These plates are only for LZ boards, good sir. So you'd have to order only a PCB and get a plate made.

I can't seem to get anyone to share files for the Alps plate on the Orion v2, so you might have to design it yourself. There's also the Kingsaver to consider if anyone's selling.

[henz]

Would it be still possible to get a PCB/Plate combo? I'm a little late, but depending on other things (Orion V2) I might need the PCB/Plate to make it ALPS compatible.

Would it be still possible to get a PCB/Plate combo? I'm a little late, but depending on other things (Orion V2) I might need the PCB/Plate to make it ALPS compatible.

These plates are only for LZ boards, good sir. So you'd have to order only a PCB and get a plate made.

I can't seem to get anyone to share files for the Alps plate on the Orion v2, so you might have to design it yourself. There's also the Kingsaver to consider if anyone's selling.

As E says, the plates are only for LZ keyboards, although, at fulfillment i have a extra pcb for sale.

[hitlu]

can i add one more pcb and plate?


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[laughatpain]

If anyone has an extra LZ-FE LED spacer or no longer needs theres, please PM me. If its possible to get one of these cut myself I can do that too if someone sends the corresponding files.

[henz]

Hello

More

PLATES ARE DONE


1 more week and the pcbs should be ready too.

[HoffmanMyster]

Hello

More

PLATES ARE DONE

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1 more week and the pcbs should be ready too.

Great news!  :D  Thanks for the update henz.  :-*

[alienman82]

Hello

More

PLATES ARE DONE

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1 more week and the pcbs should be ready too.

awesome!  Really excited

[bocahgundul]

pcb done! 

[alienman82]

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pcb done!  :thumb:

YES!  Need my parts now!

[bocahgundul]

today shipping 

[alienman82]

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today shipping  :thumb:

YEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[KnivesM]

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today shipping  :thumb:

Nice!

[LifeZ]

Hi all
Soon, Enjoy your time~

[alienman82]

Came today.  Wish it at least came with diodes, but that was expected

[henz]

Came today.  Wish it at least came with diodes, but that was expected

What?!?  Pictures please!

So no diodes?  It was promised by leeku, let me check.

[alienman82]

Came today.  Wish it at least came with diodes, but that was expected

What?!?  Pictures please!

So no diodes?  It was promised by leeku, let me check.

I don't have a picture, but no diodes were in the box.  Nothing soldered on the PCB either. 

[henz]

Came today.  Wish it at least came with diodes, but that was expected

What?!?  Pictures please!

So no diodes?  It was promised by leeku, let me check.

I don't have a picture, but no diodes were in the box.  Nothing soldered on the PCB either.

Ill talk with leeku and lz. Nothing was supposed to be soldered but diodes should be included with the package

[henz]

Has anyone else gotten their package? To see if aliens diodes were forgotten or if its the case for everyone.

[gain]

Same deal as alienman82, no diodes

[henz]

Ive messaged Leeku and LZ regarding this.

looked a bit on ebay, looks like you can get 100 diodes for 2$ shipped anywhere.

If Leeku/LZ doesnt decide to do right for themselves i promise to take 2$ for each bought set out of my own pocket to cover buying diodes.

I know its not the buying of the diodes which is annoying, rather not being able to start building your board when getting the package.

But its the only thing i can do.

[limitz]

Just got it today. Looks good. Will be trying to make my own diffuser for the SE, will see how it goes.

[hitlu]

received. thanks


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[henz]

so i got a extra set for sale at-101 old. Pm me for details

[duynguyenle]

Hey henz I have PM'd you about the extra you have, plz respond!

[henz]

Im locking this thread down, thx to everyone who participated.

On a side note, i have had zero luck reaching Leeku about the missing diodes, he is basically not responding.

So to all members who participated in the gb, send me a pm and ill send a 2$ gift from my own pocket