Author Topic: [IC] FLX - Virgo (Read 79303 times)

Flexerman · « **Reply #100 on:** Sun, 27 October 2019, 13:24:17 »

I've updated the first post...

Surefoot · « **Reply #101 on:** Sun, 27 October 2019, 13:39:27 »

Love everything about it, i just hope i can grab a spot as this will be heavily contested...

jackedhardwarejunkie · « **Reply #102 on:** Sun, 27 October 2019, 14:13:08 »

Quote from: Flexerman on Sun, 27 October 2019, 13:24:17

I've updated the first post...

You've really gone above an beyond.. Looking forward to the start of the GB

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chriszhu · « **Reply #103 on:** Sun, 27 October 2019, 20:22:37 »

Looking forward to this!

dantambok · « **Reply #104 on:** Sun, 27 October 2019, 20:55:42 »

auction

Flexerman · « **Reply #105 on:** Mon, 28 October 2019, 03:07:12 »

Quote from: dantambok on Sun, 27 October 2019, 20:55:42

auction

Oops good catch, absolutely not an auction, my mistake.

The bulk of the GB will be raffle, as I feel this is probably the fairest way.

Sorry for the confusion, I’ve updated the first post.

dantambok · « **Reply #106 on:** Mon, 28 October 2019, 03:32:29 »

oh okay, that sounds better. Fingers crossed i get a raffle slot!

also, good luck with the GB.

PotatoCloud · « **Reply #107 on:** Mon, 28 October 2019, 06:02:02 »

So keen, hope I can get in on this beauty

dmatx1 · « **Reply #108 on:** Mon, 28 October 2019, 08:00:34 »

I love the gunmetal version with all three accent colors. And ISO

An option to split the right 2.75u Space into 1u+1.75u would be great.

Flexerman · « **Reply #109 on:** Mon, 28 October 2019, 08:05:07 »

Quote from: dmatx1 on Mon, 28 October 2019, 08:00:34

I love the gunmetal version with all three accent colors. And ISO

An option to split the right 2.75u Space into 1u+1.75u would be great.

I’ll model it and take a look, I’d really like to avoid going too Swiss cheese on the PCB and having wide gaps on the Plates. But if it looks OK I’ll consider.

I know it’s not ideal for a majority of people, but the plate files and the PCB files will be available after the GB so people can make what they want in any material they want.

geniekid · « **Reply #110 on:** Mon, 28 October 2019, 10:48:57 »

Quote from: Flexerman on Mon, 28 October 2019, 08:05:07

I know it’s not ideal for a majority of people, but the plate files and the PCB files will be available after the GB so people can make what they want in any material they want.

Excellent news for DIYers!

Flexerman · « **Reply #111 on:** Mon, 28 October 2019, 15:42:55 »

I've added a poll for plate material, let me know what you want to see offered by default in the kit.

I've also set up a new Discord server it's just gone live so it's super quiet, feel free to join for up to the minute updates and general chat.

Both can be found in the 'Your board needs you' section of the main post.

Thank you.

ramnes · « **Reply #112 on:** Mon, 28 October 2019, 16:39:38 »

This thread looks very good and smells dedication miles away!

ever9415 · « **Reply #113 on:** Mon, 28 October 2019, 19:55:03 »

Virgo keyboards are difficult to customize palm rests separately.
Can I add a palm rest to my options?

iEatPuppers · « **Reply #114 on:** Tue, 29 October 2019, 18:53:57 »

It the discord link, https://discord.gg/eKgErb, failing for anyone else?

I'm being told that it's expired.

BlueViola · « **Reply #115 on:** Tue, 29 October 2019, 19:37:24 »

Wasn't familiar with this, but it looks very nice, if I could get one and manage to afford it right now. I couldn't get into the Discord channel either, BTW. Would like to access it, since that helps me keep track of what's interesting among all the posts and updates.

flippanteer · « **Reply #116 on:** Tue, 29 October 2019, 20:58:56 »

https://discord.gg/A26zz6z

Here's a new one

iEatPuppers · « **Reply #117 on:** Tue, 29 October 2019, 21:00:37 »

Quote from: flippanteer on Tue, 29 October 2019, 20:58:56

https://discord.gg/A26zz6z

Here's a new one

It works, thanks boss.

BlueViola · « **Reply #118 on:** Tue, 29 October 2019, 21:46:45 »

Worked for me too, thanks.

bthezebra · « **Reply #119 on:** Wed, 30 October 2019, 21:04:39 »

Super lttp but glad I caught before it went to gb

_BMW_M3_ · « **Reply #120 on:** Mon, 04 November 2019, 18:57:18 »

Missed LZs board - I'm ready for this one!

SourZespri · « **Reply #121 on:** Tue, 12 November 2019, 05:04:35 »

I need this... Willing to offer my kidney

Flexerman · « **Reply #122 on:** Tue, 12 November 2019, 05:27:09 »

Quick update since I've been quiet for a while.

I had a prototype made, ordered in a nice Blue and gold colourway and it arrived in a very dull grey!

After giving it some thought, I've decided to move to a new manufacturer. Regrettably this has delayed the GB as I obviously need another prototype under this new manufacturer.

Good news is that I'm very happy with 99% of the board, and the outstanding 1% will be addressed in the new prototype and as soon as that arrives I'll update here further.

Thanks all for your interest, this thread will be kept up to date with relevant information, however feel free to jump in the Discord for general discussion and sneak peaks.

Sylanthra · « **Reply #123 on:** Thu, 05 December 2019, 22:40:45 »

Haven't heard anything in a while. How is the search for the new manufacturer going? Any date on the group buy? Also any chance that you can include a wrist rest? Getting one custom made would be a pain.

Flexerman · « **Reply #124 on:** Fri, 06 December 2019, 00:46:56 »

Well hello,

I’ve purposely left this to quiet down a touch, as I didn’t want to keep bumping without and real news, but...

I have a new prototype expected early next week, if all is well I’ll do a huge update and set a date for the group buy once I have it.

I’ve got a couple of options for wrist rests, I had a shipping notification on Tuesday for them. The plan is to offer a 3D printed rest with the GB. It also to release the CAD model so for you guys who have access to a printer or printing service, you can get them done cheaper than I can sell them for.

Virgo is very much still on, I just need to win manufacturer roulette so I can deliver a quality product.

👍

gelmera · « **Reply #125 on:** Sat, 07 December 2019, 07:00:34 »

count me in for this.

Flexerman · « **Reply #126 on:** Thu, 12 December 2019, 09:48:13 »

Hello again.

This is just a quick update for the project, I will take my time and fill out all the details properly in the coming days.

My latest prototype arrived and did not disappoint.

I've not had time to build it up properly, that will come tomorrow. But first indications are that I'm very happy with the quality and I will be looking to move into group buy phase soon after the Christmas break in mid/late January.

I'm going through the process of getting final quotes together for the board, PCB's, Packaging and shipping, and hope to have a final price per unit very soon.

That's it for now, I hope to update everything again soon. For now I'll leave you with some terrible pictures of this lovely board.....

thecyangiant · « **Reply #127 on:** Thu, 12 December 2019, 09:52:42 »

Increasingly hyped for this. The prototypes look great

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Damage · « **Reply #128 on:** Thu, 12 December 2019, 15:22:08 »

Interest is at an all-time high here. Looks amazing.

Loveyuri · « **Reply #129 on:** Thu, 12 December 2019, 19:08:49 »

Dang, this is looking good. Can't wait to see more.

Sylanthra · « **Reply #130 on:** Thu, 12 December 2019, 19:17:14 »

This is looking good. Can't wait. In for two.

isaackang7 · « **Reply #131 on:** Sat, 14 December 2019, 07:36:42 »

Bring it on~

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monteyalps · « **Reply #132 on:** Sun, 15 December 2019, 15:17:16 »

Yep. Beautiful.

I'm in for this!

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manaorme · « **Reply #133 on:** Sun, 22 December 2019, 01:00:54 »

I can't wait for this!
Proto looks gorgeous.

Flexerman · « **Reply #134 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:17:18 »

Update 05/01/2020: All the pieces have slotted into place.

I'm happy to announce that the group buy will start on the 15th of February 2020.

Group buy format:
Single form for entry, GB places allocated as follows.

10 places FCFS, available to the first 10 entries on the google form.
40 places Raffle, once the form closes names will be randomly selected by computer.

This sale is scheduled for 50 boards 'ish, I hope this number can be reached, however, there is a MOQ at the below prices of 25 boards.
There will be extra boards ordered to ensure A-stock for purchasers, therefore I would expect 'some' extras.

Colour options are.
Onyx
Space Silver
Red Hibiscus
Aubergine
and Teal Green

Top and base colours can be mixed and matched.

The Kit:
T6 aluminium chassis,
Black anodised Alu plate,
PCB and Daughterboard.
Brass weight,
mounting rubbers,
screws and fixings.
A kit is $560 excl. Shipping. shipped from inside EU.

Extras: (prices TBC)
Switchplates:
Aluminium
Brass
FR4
Mounting rubbers included with each plate.

PCB's:
Extra PCB's will come with a unified daughterboard included.

All plate and PCB files will be made available once the GB phase is concluded.

A limited number of full brass bases are being produced, more on this before the GB date.

Please ask any questions you have, or if you have any special requests I'm all ears here, PM or Discord, it's been a long road to get to this stage solo, I can't wait to get these boards into people's hands.
I encourage you to join my Discord Discord invite: https://discord.gg/dDjx7q3 for live discussion and up to the second information, I will, of course, be keeping this thread updated too.

Thank you... all... yes, even you Mr negative

IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES · « **Reply #135 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:18:53 »

amazing colors mate. shipping to USA is ~60 USD?

Flexerman · « **Reply #136 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:23:08 »

Quote from: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:18:53

amazing colors mate. shipping to USA is ~60 USD?

That sounds about right, I need to see how many sell for the final price, as I'll negotiate the best rate I can. if there are enough I'll try and get a proxy involved too.

Damage · « **Reply #137 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:29:17 »

Can't wait!

mrkantz · « **Reply #138 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:31:07 »

Yes, can't wait for this

IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES · « **Reply #139 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:32:00 »

Quote from: Flexerman on Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:23:08

Quote from: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:18:53
amazing colors mate. shipping to USA is ~60 USD?
That sounds about right, I need to see how many sell for the final price, as I'll negotiate the best rate I can. if there are enough I'll try and get a proxy involved too.

I think you're gonna need to use the raffle spots relative to sales if the max is 50

jackedhardwarejunkie · « **Reply #140 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:36:29 »

Oh man oh man!

Would ya just look at that purple!

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Lil · « **Reply #141 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:38:02 »

Fire Emoji, Eggplant Emoji

Smoff · « **Reply #142 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:53:16 »

Pretty nice price for this board, gonna try to pick one up I think!

prettydouchebag · « **Reply #143 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:54:14 »

Absolutely cannot wait for this GB to start. Been looking for an Alice-style TKL for the longest time!!

dmatx1 · « **Reply #144 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 12:59:50 »

Black top and red bottom looks amazing. Please use an RNG service for raffle draw which I "fine tuned"

flippanteer · « **Reply #145 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 13:01:35 »

I've been advised to post here, support this GB yes.

https://discord.gg/BNHStw3 to meet the amazing creator Flex yes.

This was post was not at all endorsed by the creator yes.

bthezebra · « **Reply #146 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 13:08:40 »

If it looks this amazing imagine how it will feel

thornkin · « **Reply #147 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 13:58:44 »

This says when the group buy opens, but not when it closes. Given that it is a raffle, it doesn't close when it hits 50. How long will you leave the raffle open for?

Flexerman · « **Reply #148 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 14:02:53 »

Quote from: thornkin on Sun, 05 January 2020, 13:58:44

This says when the group buy opens, but not when it closes. Given that it is a raffle, it doesn't close when it hits 50. How long will you leave the raffle open for?

I’m winging it a little on that front. I’ll leave it open for at least 24 hours, if it needs more time to get decent numbers then I’ll let everyone know and extend it.

dantambok · « **Reply #149 on:** Sun, 05 January 2020, 19:32:04 »

man that aubergine looks mighty fine

can't wait!

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Author Topic: [IC] FLX - Virgo (Read 79303 times)