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Title: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Completed]
Post by: westfoxtrot on Sat, 06 July 2019, 03:54:03
4th Update: Everything, including boards with assembly service, has been shipped.

3rd Update:

All the cases, plates and PCBS are now with David & Yuliia at mykeyboard.eu HQ. QC is now in process. Still working on getting the ancillary parts together so we can start packaging and shipping.

2nd Update:

I am still trying to nail down specifics of current ETA. All I know is there are a lot of delays with the machining work. I'm hopeful we can get them out this year still and am trying to chase down more information of where we are with all suppliers.

Sorry for the delay

1st Update:

Currently all production is booked and paid for and underway.

Post Sale edit:

Thanks everyone for the kind words. We sold 100 spots in 37 minutes exactly, I never expected the board to be this popular and it's really heartwarming having everyone be so excited about something that I've made.
There is a waitlist form which we will use in case people drop out of the 100 spots (https://forms.gle/91Uq9PxPrQ1UPsPn8)
for any changes please send me an email: info@cablecardesigns.co
Invoices will start to be sent out this week

Max

Hello fellow mechanical keyboard users,

(https://preview.redd.it/onteqqjhgj831.jpg?width=960&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=b5ad494fe635c521015b74491c023be20a38f15d)


The Group Buy for the cypher will be live this coming Tuesday the 9th of July @ 9PM BST/10PM CEST/4PM ET/1PM PT


The price will be $335(€295) ex vat + shipping (VAT charged by default for EU buyers, ROW will be your local taxes) (shipping inside Europe should be €10-20 and worldwide will be €30-50)

Group buy will run for 4 weeks or until we hit the upper limit of 100 boards.

After the conclusion of the group buy production will be 2-3 months and shipping will be done ASAP afterwards. If everything goes well the boards should be shipping out towards the end of september/beginning of October.

6° typing angle

Supports ANSI/ISO, a few bottom rows for keycap compatibility and split or 2u backspace KLE of layouts]

Type C/QMK PCB


As for the options nailed down from the last IC.


3 Colours:

- Matte Black (Pantone 426 C)

- Dark Blue (Pantone 533 C)

- Dark Red (Pantone 188 C)


Although Grey and Black were the 2 most popular I decided to not produce both colours due to the hard limit of 3 total. Apologies to anyone who was hoping for something else. If we do a R3 of the board then it will be the 3 next most popular colours.


Plate Material:


Depending on demand, ISO and Split Spacebar will likely be only made in a single material due to some internal MOQs and the expense incurred. (the GB form will reflect this)


Click here for IC1 on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/buioai/ic_cypher_custom_frow_less_compact_1800/)

Click here for IC2 on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/c4ahi9/ic_cypher_custom_frow_less_compact_1800/)

IC Thread on GH (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=100943.0)


Any questions please ask here, in the reddit GB thread (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/c9kdy8/gb_cypher_group_buy_live_on_9th_of_july/) or in the mykeyboard.eu discord server: Link here (https://discord.gg/CvDtwkv)


Thanks


Max

HERE IS THE GROUP BUY FORM (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfNFSgy5Ji7DtlZ-tOlgS0ilpncKjt2KCoC8ucGe7pXfwpuNw/closedform)
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 08 July 2019, 10:32:46
Approval bump  :thumb:
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800
Post by: bthezebra on Mon, 08 July 2019, 11:18:42
Here we go
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800
Post by: tentboy on Mon, 08 July 2019, 11:19:48
so hyped for this board.  Hopefully my Jane GB filling out skills will transfer here.  expecting this one to go quick
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800
Post by: eyedrop on Tue, 09 July 2019, 16:17:02
How long did it take to sell out?  Congrats!
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800
Post by: eskimojo on Tue, 09 July 2019, 16:27:45
How long did it take to sell out?  Congrats!

Around 37 minutes - 50 of 100 were in the first 3 minutes.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800
Post by: eyedrop on Tue, 09 July 2019, 17:42:44
Very nice.  It is a good compact design indeed.

Any breakdown on what people's favorite color are?
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800
Post by: tentboy on Tue, 09 July 2019, 18:03:19
got in for a dark blue.  planning to put oblivion on it :D
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800
Post by: thornkin on Wed, 10 July 2019, 02:19:09
I was thinking solarized dark with blue. Hard to picture the grey/black or grey/white of oblivion on blue. I guess I need to widen my thinking.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800
Post by: westfoxtrot on Wed, 10 July 2019, 03:44:06
How long did it take to sell out?  Congrats!

37 minutes exactly
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800
Post by: tentboy on Wed, 10 July 2019, 05:34:38
I was thinking solarized dark with blue. Hard to picture the grey/black or grey/white of oblivion on blue. I guess I need to widen my thinking.

maybe I just need to narrow mine lol.  but I was thinking it'd turn out something like this depending on how the ano looks.
(https://i.imgur.com/IeUkIik.jpg)
or
(https://i.redd.it/dzzrs7mg2fl21.jpg)

but anyways I'm sure solarized dark will look awesome on yours!
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: TheMnBN on Thu, 11 July 2019, 19:50:46
Will people on the wishlist be selected in a FCFS manner or raffle style?
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: JPVann on Fri, 12 July 2019, 10:22:05
If anyone wants to sell their slot, please let me know.  Thanks.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: eyedrop on Fri, 12 July 2019, 10:36:22
If anyone wants to sell their slot, please let me know.  Thanks.

I don't think people are allow to sell their slot.  Did you join the waitlist in case people drop out of the GB?
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: danielucf on Mon, 15 July 2019, 14:06:57
Keyboards have been selling out fast lately. Board sales used to be up for weeks while spots slowly filled. This is starting to get out of hand like artisans some years ago (Thinking back to the first trans clacks going for $500 in after market).
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: tentboy on Mon, 15 July 2019, 14:29:15
Keyboards have been selling out fast lately. Board sales used to be up for weeks while spots slowly filled. This is starting to get out of hand like artisans some years ago (Thinking back to the first trans clacks going for $500 in after market).

I feel like the hobby has been expanding a lot recently.  I know some people think that spots go so fast just because of people buying to flip (which certainly does happen).  But in general I am seeing way more people get into aftermarket keyboards.  Even looking at gaming subreddits people are shifting from razer/corsair to nicer stuff - and then probably transitioning into the hobby like I did, and then joined this GB
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: yicaoyimu on Mon, 15 July 2019, 16:44:39
I feel like the hobby has been expanding a lot recently.  I know some people think that spots go so fast just because of people buying to flip (which certainly does happen).  But in general I am seeing way more people get into aftermarket keyboards.  Even looking at gaming subreddits people are shifting from razer/corsair to nicer stuff - and then probably transitioning into the hobby like I did, and then joined this GB

This hobby really has grown a lot. All the high quality custom kits are produced in small quantities which just isn't enough to accommodate all the people that flood into this hobby. That could be a good thing for me though as I really should stop buying more.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: thornkin on Tue, 16 July 2019, 01:30:00
This should open up more market for retailers to offer high end boards. They could handle more volume. Maybe kbdfans will be joined by others.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: weetjewel on Sun, 11 August 2019, 06:20:53
Are there any updates? I payed the invoice and no info after that.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: M2Project on Sun, 11 August 2019, 22:09:13
Yes, an update would be nice.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: westfoxtrot on Mon, 12 August 2019, 04:22:31
Currently booking production (had some issues with non-payment) will send out an email update in the next couple of days once I have confirmation
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: barcode on Mon, 19 August 2019, 14:58:50
Currently booking production (had some issues with non-payment) will send out an email update in the next couple of days once I have confirmation
did this update get sent? I've not yet received it if so.

-barcode
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: prozach on Mon, 19 August 2019, 16:16:40
Damnit.

I missed the notification on this one.....FML
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: Raptor_N60 on Tue, 20 August 2019, 09:34:40
I need this keyboard in my life! The layout is perfect!

Any chance for a second run? :p
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: Coupsy on Mon, 26 August 2019, 14:30:56
Shoot such a beautiful board. Sad I missed it!!! Fingers crossed for another GB
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: westfoxtrot on Sat, 21 September 2019, 13:34:24
Depends on how this round goes :-)

I need this keyboard in my life! The layout is perfect!

Any chance for a second run? :p

Damnit.

I missed the notification on this one.....FML

Shoot such a beautiful board. Sad I missed it!!! Fingers crossed for another GB
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Invoicing]
Post by: westfoxtrot on Sat, 21 September 2019, 13:36:29
Can you please PM me here or send me an email and I'll check we have your email correct. I did send something out in august :-)

Currently booking production (had some issues with non-payment) will send out an email update in the next couple of days once I have confirmation
did this update get sent? I've not yet received it if so.

-barcode
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: tentboy on Sat, 21 September 2019, 15:27:44
Any further updates  :D
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: westfoxtrot on Sun, 22 September 2019, 04:52:14
Check the first post

Any further updates  :D
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: mnkybrs on Tue, 24 September 2019, 08:43:18
What are the dimensions of the board? Want to make a wrist rest and make sure it's perfectly sized.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: Adelscott on Tue, 24 September 2019, 15:01:03
R3 any time soon ? :)
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: westfoxtrot on Fri, 27 September 2019, 05:34:17
What are the dimensions of the board? Want to make a wrist rest and make sure it's perfectly sized.

Height at front: 16.405mm (not including chamfers which are 1mm)
Width: 380.425 mm (not including 3mm corner fillets)
Height at back: 29.47 mm
Depth: 114.962 mm
Angle: 6°

R3 any time soon ? :)

If we do it will be after this round is fully resolved :-)
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: Evilocity on Fri, 27 September 2019, 12:05:51
westfoxtrot, I sent you a pm regarding a change of address. Do you prefer an email instead?
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: westfoxtrot on Fri, 27 September 2019, 12:53:55
oops missed it sorry! replied now :-)

westfoxtrot, I sent you a pm regarding a change of address. Do you prefer an email instead?
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: jizzaztartist on Tue, 01 October 2019, 21:58:01
I recall not wanting this because the 'cypher' logo on the bottom is so butt ugly.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: rooski15 on Tue, 01 October 2019, 22:06:39
I recall not wanting this because the 'cypher' logo on the bottom is so butt ugly.
What an amazing story of struggle and triumph over the evil group buy.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: M2Project on Fri, 04 October 2019, 00:09:35
westfoxtrot, please check your email or PM regarding addresss change.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: westfoxtrot on Sat, 05 October 2019, 15:49:30
I recall not wanting this because the 'cypher' logo on the bottom is so butt ugly.

I had removed it but re-added because of a majority vote (around 80% of people wanted it)

westfoxtrot, please check your email or PM regarding addresss change.

Replied by PM
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: rooski15 on Wed, 23 October 2019, 11:10:01
Hey Max - just curious where we're at in the production process. No rush on my end, just excited and interested.

Cheers!
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: M2Project on Sun, 27 October 2019, 04:35:53
Can someone tell me what is the size of the space bar? 6.25?
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: 8six753o9 on Sun, 27 October 2019, 08:08:04
Can someone tell me what is the size of the space bar? 6.25?
It supports 6u, 6.25u, and 7u. Here’s the KLE for the Cypher:  http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/0e8d4957e77f3179aa09bd6e195f7afa
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: westfoxtrot on Wed, 30 October 2019, 13:36:05
Sorry for the delay in replying! I have been in touch with all the manufacturing partners and looks like we are going to be receiving everything last week of November. When I have some more solid information I will send out an email update, just waiting to hear back on a couple of things.

Hey Max - just curious where we're at in the production process. No rush on my end, just excited and interested.

Cheers!
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: rooski15 on Wed, 30 October 2019, 13:37:02
Sorry for the delay in replying! I have been in touch with all the manufacturing partners and looks like we are going to be receiving everything last week of November. When I have some more solid information I will send out an email update, just waiting to hear back on a couple of things.

Hey Max - just curious where we're at in the production process. No rush on my end, just excited and interested.

Cheers!
No worries - life doesn't slow down. I appreciate the update.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: prangano on Wed, 30 October 2019, 13:57:39
Are there going to be extras?
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: westfoxtrot on Thu, 07 November 2019, 02:31:55
Are there going to be extras?

Potentially a few, depending on QC but there won't be many at all. There's already been a lot of interest in a further run so once this has concluded that will be something we look into.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: mnkybrs on Wed, 27 November 2019, 14:37:47
Any updates here? You were expecting things in the last week of November, which is solidly is.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: tentboy on Wed, 27 November 2019, 16:23:22
Any updates here? You were expecting things in the last week of November, which is solidly is.

There’s been delays. Expected in January now.

Check out the discord that’s where most updates are
https://discord.gg/SGpkpA
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: westfoxtrot on Wed, 11 December 2019, 04:25:42
Sorry had a really busy couple weeks and it seems hard to get any firm dates out of suppliers. Looking likely to be with us by the end of the year so hopefully shipping 1st week of the new year.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: styast on Sat, 11 January 2020, 11:28:40
Any updates?
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: rooski15 on Sat, 11 January 2020, 11:35:47
Most updates happening in discord - seems as though components have been shipped to the team for QC
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: styast on Sun, 12 January 2020, 00:14:29
Which discord server? I can't seem to find it.
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: rooski15 on Sun, 12 January 2020, 00:22:30
Which discord server? I can't seem to find it.
Mykeyboard.eu

Hopefully this link work

https://discord.gg/YjFRmg
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: westfoxtrot on Sun, 19 January 2020, 12:48:34
updated 1st post
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: thunderbuttons on Wed, 19 February 2020, 19:49:58
Are there updates? Or a link to the discord? (the other ones are out of date, or the discord link itself is gone)
Title: Re: [GB] cypher f-row less compact 1800 [Production]
Post by: 8six753o9 on Wed, 19 February 2020, 20:00:57
Are there updates? Or a link to the discord? (the other ones are out of date, or the discord link itself is gone)


Here's the link in the OP for the Discord (mykeyboard.eu):  https://discord.gg/CvDtwkv


They are just waiting on the boxes before they can ship them out.