Post by: GoneHackingStudio on Sun, 13 December 2020, 23:03:38
Link to IC form (https://forms.gle/vbowUzvvfKeiAqF97)
Latest update (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=110182.msg3021926#msg3021926)
(https://i.imgur.com/PmmwfdF.jpeg)
More photos here. (https://imgur.com/a/eq1uJOm)
GHS.RAR
Screwless seamless 75% keyboard
by Gone Hacking Studio
est. Australia 2020
Gone Hacking Studio is composed of three keyboard enthusiasts that share the same passion
and commitment towards the hobby. Everything started with a vision and an aspiration to be
able to provide a design that we know works, and all of us agreed that 75% is the layout that
we wanted to work with.
Our main case designer is RonDG, who really has an eye for classics. Being able to have that
experience of designing for yourself was really his main strength in the group. Our firmware
and PCB designer, SamBuddy with a background in electronics and computer engineering.
And finally, 19thmech, the project leader of GHS, and the person responsible for always making
sure we’re all on the same page and everything with the timeline is up to date.
Join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/6kzYUQt) for faster updates.
(https://i.imgur.com/D81BHZf.jpeg)
Inspired by the Cherry G80-1800 but with a modern twist. It’s a minimalistic approach to a
timeless classic design. Our aim is to be able to design bespoke mechanical keyboards
without compromising quality.
(https://i.imgur.com/siYkkCX.jpeg)
The exposed section provides contrast between the weight and the case.
(https://i.imgur.com/7avSmE3.jpg)
We believe silver and black are colors you can never go wrong with.
They can go with everything!
(https://i.imgur.com/XxUX8vV.png)
The plate is burger-mounted with o-rings on either side of the plate. Half plate and silicone
dampener is also available.
Renders
More
(https://i.imgur.com/kyHwcAX.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/G5mByw9.png)
GHS.RAR Argent with GMK Muted
(https://i.imgur.com/luvj1JV.png)
GHS.RAR Noir with GMK Pono
More renders here. (https://imgur.com/a/RC9FGtU)
(https://i.imgur.com/G5mByw9.png)
GHS.RAR Argent with GMK Muted
(https://i.imgur.com/luvj1JV.png)
GHS.RAR Noir with GMK Pono
More renders here. (https://imgur.com/a/RC9FGtU)
Typing tests
Specifications
| Case material | Aluminum 6063 | |
| Plate material | Aluminum 6063, polycarbonate, carbon fiber, brass | |
| Colors available | Silver, black, e-white (special edition) | |
| PCB | Matte black, ENIG finish, 1.6mm PCB with flex cuts | |
| Weight material | Brushed stainless steel (silver kits), | |
| sandblasted brass (black kits), | ||
| matte black PVD brass (special edition) | ||
| Dimensions | 340mm × 163mm × 41mm | |
| Typing angle | 6.9° | |
| Case weight | 4.1kg (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bz1tEuA6sEk) | |
| Price | US$550 (standard), TBA (special edition) |
(https://i.imgur.com/Rb3GxY7.jpg)
Prototype PCB. Final PCB will be matte black with ENIG finish.
Kit Contents
(http://disassembled prototype photo)
| Four (4) | M2x4 Hex Screws | |
| Eighteen (18) | M2x8 Hex Screws | |
| Four (4) | M2.5x25 Hex Screws | |
| Four (4) | M2.5x12 Hex Screws | |
| Twenty (20) | Silicone o-rings | |
| One (1) | GHS.RAR PCB | |
| One (1) | Aluminum full plate | |
| One (1) | USB-C Daughterboard | |
| One (1) | Daughterboard cable | |
| One (1) | Silicone dampener | |
| Four (4) | Silicone rubber feet | |
| One (1) | GHS.RAR Top | |
| One (1) | GHS.RAR Bottom | |
| One (1) | GHS.RAR Weight |
80 units standard edition. 10 units special edition.
Add-ons
(https://i.imgur.com/zEMWZfN.jpg)
| Aluminum half plate |
| Polycarbonate full plate |
| Polycarbonate half plate |
| Carbon fiber full plate |
| Carbon fiber half plate |
| Brass full plate |
Layouts
(https://i.imgur.com/TEl08fv.png)
Socials
| Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/gonehackingstudio) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/gonehackingstudio/) | |
| Twitter (https://twitter.com/gonehackingstu1/) | Discord (https://discord.gg/ddMV7vq) |
Post by: GoneHackingStudio on Sun, 13 December 2020, 23:04:11
Post by: geohammy on Sun, 13 December 2020, 23:08:38
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Post by: KneeDeep on Sun, 13 December 2020, 23:28:54
Post by: kontradictions on Sun, 13 December 2020, 23:29:58
Post by: tngpq on Sun, 13 December 2020, 23:30:20
Post by: kk73715 on Sun, 13 December 2020, 23:41:55
can the USB port be more flush? it might not fit standard custom cables
I'm slightly concerned with the mounting point on the bottom row 2nd from the left. The positioning is quite close to the stabiliser housing making for a very stiff bottom out.
There is a lot of marketing words here and I would have preferred a more straight-forward IC. That said, it is very clear time and effort was put into this.
Personally, I can't justify the price point and I'm not a fan of the layout, but I'm sure others will enjoy this - glwic!
Post by: pixelpusher on Sun, 13 December 2020, 23:51:20
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I'm sure you'll get a lot of love here and I wish you the best!
Post by: 19thmech on Mon, 14 December 2020, 00:55:01
what screw size is used to mount the bottom weight?
can the USB port be more flush? it might not fit standard custom cables
I'm slightly concerned with the mounting point on the bottom row 2nd from the left. The positioning is quite close to the stabiliser housing making for a very stiff bottom out.
There is a lot of marketing words here and I would have preferred a more straight-forward IC. That said, it is very clear time and effort was put into this.
Personally, I can't justify the price point and I'm not a fan of the layout, but I'm sure others will enjoy this - glwic!
what screw size is used to mount the bottom weight?
- 8x M2x6
can the USB port be more flush? it might not fit standard custom cables
- USB C via daughterboard has slots that enable it to slide back and forth. Despite its position on our photos, over 20x assorted cables from generic to custom ones have been tested on the unit.
I'm slightly concerned with the mounting point on the bottom row 2nd from the left. The positioning is quite close to the stabilizer housing making for a very stiff bottom out.
- This was actually a subject on our first plate design. what you are seeing now (carbon fiber plates for reference) is our rev 2 plate. considering the sound/feel and spacing for the mounting points was the decision we made for the current plate decision. We realized that the initial revision was a bit stiff on the spacebar. We had no issues with the current plate revision as per sound tests on RAR2, RA4, and RAR5. Our upcoming video will show a build of our 7th prototype which I hope can provide more confidence about the design. On top of this, we are sending a few boards to various stream builders to assess.
There is a lot of marketing words here and I would have preferred a more straight-forward IC. That said, it is very clear time and effort was put into this. Personally, I can't justify the price point and I'm not a fan of the layout, but I'm sure others will enjoy this - glwic!
- Thank you and appreciate this.
Post by: Kokaloo on Mon, 14 December 2020, 01:48:17
down with exploded columns
Post by: powwu on Mon, 14 December 2020, 06:15:57
Post by: treeleaf64 on Mon, 14 December 2020, 09:29:20
I don't wanna say it, but this feels... generic almost. Like I've seen this IC plenty of times before. Why should I buy your product over something that is much more innovative? What stands out about this keyboard?FOMO makes you buy it
Post by: pixelpusher on Mon, 14 December 2020, 10:22:02
I don't wanna say it, but this feels... generic almost. Like I've seen this IC plenty of times before. Why should I buy your product over something that is much more innovative? What stands out about this keyboard?
For me, it's the lines of the board. Something about it looks classic/timeless. It's chunky but not stupid chunky like a lot of boards that go this route. It looks somehow modern and vintage at the same time. The subtle line on the left and right although seemless. The slope down in the front. I love it. Also, Top mount 1/2 plate. No crazy new mounting. Just a tried and true method. And thank god there is no cliche empty space for a generic star or moon or circle or raindrop or knob or micro screen to tell me the time. All gimmicks and bad designs left aside for keys! The things we use :) Speaking of, they are properly seated down into the case so that we don't see the switches peeking out. I can't believe it's almost 2021 and some big designers still don't realize this mistake. Subtle logo hidden from the user. Love pretty much everything about it.
Post by: komodo90 on Mon, 14 December 2020, 13:04:52
I don't wanna say it, but this feels... generic almost. Like I've seen this IC plenty of times before. Why should I buy your product over something that is much more innovative? What stands out about this keyboard?
I cannot agree on that. There's a big difference between making a classy / minimallistic / toned down design and something generic. And on top of that I wouldn't call this board that minimallistic either - it has distinguished character coming from the sculpt and it's geometry.
Absolutely love it, despite having 4 keys column on right edge (I personally prefer 3 keys there). Well, then, most probably I won't even attempt to get it with pool so limited. Best of luck either way, and keep it going!
Post by: J_Noes on Mon, 14 December 2020, 23:50:41
Is proji part of this team?
So torn between this and the Whale75, both look great to me and i'm absolutely fine with a clean and simple 75.
edited "but" to "both" which it should've been
Post by: 19thmech on Tue, 15 December 2020, 01:30:56
Is this the same studio as https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_XrsHleU5TDUd5ZoMMcswg?
Is proji part of this team?
So torn between this and the Whale75, but look great to me and i'm absolutely fine with a clean and simple 75.
Proji is a close friend. I personally discuss the RAR with him ever since the early stages of the design :) Keep an eye out on a build stream soon.
Post by: zoo on Tue, 15 December 2020, 02:12:21
Post by: elisyan on Tue, 15 December 2020, 02:39:10
I don't wanna say it, but this feels... generic almost. Like I've seen this IC plenty of times before. Why should I buy your product over something that is much more innovative? What stands out about this keyboard?
It's a 75% that looks to take design elements from the G80-1800. I think it does that pretty well.
Personally I'm not a fan of split arrow cluster on a 75% but I'm sure there are people who like this design and also appreciate not having another 75% with a knob shoved down their throat.
Post by: Diggidy on Tue, 15 December 2020, 04:59:44
has all the 2020 classy details :P
Big bezels, no designer blocker, no knob, no gasket mount, no LED screen. The classic 2020 board...
I'm in love.
Post by: FlitzDeelman on Tue, 15 December 2020, 08:41:56
This does look really classic.has all the 2020 classy details :P
Big bezels, no designer blocker, no knob, no gasket mount, no LED screen. The classic 2020 board...
I'm in love.
And 4.1kg?! It’s not even a TKL! What a chonker!
I’m interested.
Post by: paulgali on Wed, 16 December 2020, 02:18:49
Post by: 19thmech on Wed, 16 December 2020, 05:43:25
Post by: Jo_hannes on Wed, 16 December 2020, 07:39:54
/Johannes
Post by: 19thmech on Thu, 17 December 2020, 07:24:50
Post by: liillliillliiii on Thu, 17 December 2020, 12:13:54
any chance of 1.5u 1u 1.5u 6u 1.5u 1.5u bottom row?
Post by: 19thmech on Thu, 17 December 2020, 22:29:18
count me down for a silver one.
any chance of 1.5u 1u 1.5u 6u 1.5u 1.5u bottom row?
At this stage 6.25 and 7u for bottom row. A universal plate file will be available on launch and pcb revisions (layout) in the future.
Post by: Rico on Fri, 18 December 2020, 05:02:33
I love it :)
Post by: 19thmech on Sat, 19 December 2020, 01:07:34
Big congrats to RonDG for this classic and beautiful case design!
I love it :)
RonDG is a treasure :thumb:
Post by: 19thmech on Sun, 20 December 2020, 12:33:22
https://imgur.com/a/2vwmjW4
Post by: treeleaf64 on Sun, 20 December 2020, 13:57:45
Post by: 19thmech on Tue, 22 December 2020, 09:32:39
Waiting for the following prototypes:
*Sandblasted Brass weight for Noir variant
*Brushed SS weight for Argent variant
*Special edition full kit
*Production PCB sample
*Production Silicon samples (rev1)
*Production packaging samples
ETA - 1st week of January
Post by: highpur on Thu, 24 December 2020, 04:37:54
Post by: 19thmech on Thu, 24 December 2020, 12:34:39
I have been following your Instagram since July, very excited and wishful in hoping to obtain one of these as it is a stunning keyboard with my personal ideal layout and I am pleased to support any fellow Australians!
Cheers for the kind words and support mate appreciate it heaps. We are finally almost there! We truly thrilled to get the RAR out in the wild and I am sure there will be enough for everyone.
Merry Christmas by the way and hope all is well on your end
Post by: jaekid on Thu, 24 December 2020, 18:33:17
Post by: zionsped on Sat, 26 December 2020, 00:33:42
Post by: 19thmech on Mon, 28 December 2020, 00:28:55
GLWIC! Will definitely grab one! :thumb:
Thank you so much, Cant wait to pair up the RAR with GMK Earth Tones!!!!!! All the best bro!
Post by: 19thmech on Wed, 30 December 2020, 23:00:58
Post by: jaekid on Thu, 31 December 2020, 02:52:17
Post by: 19thmech on Fri, 01 January 2021, 09:06:02
GLWIC! 75% ftw! ;)
Thank you brother! Waiting for GHS.RAR with GMK Lazurite renders :)
Post by: 19thmech on Mon, 04 January 2021, 01:34:28
http://imgur.com/a/hMiynYY
Post by: GoneHackingStudio on Sat, 09 January 2021, 00:38:16
Post by: soloplayer on Sat, 09 January 2021, 05:26:12
is it included in the kit? because when i look at it, there is no washer
and please enlighten me, but with burger mount, do you have to include washers? thanks
Post by: 19thmech on Sat, 09 January 2021, 08:25:59
i see in the render there is a washer combining with mouting scres and orings?
is it included in the kit? because when i look at it, there is no washer
and please enlighten me, but with burger mount, do you have to include washers? thanks
Hi There, Yes, washers, o rings and screws will be included as well as in stock consumables that will be available on our website.
Post by: 19thmech on Fri, 15 January 2021, 08:03:38
Post by: WHAT!? on Mon, 18 January 2021, 10:38:49
Any chance there will be hotswap sockets? I have an aversion to soldering. As in I've never done it. Really a great looking keyboard though.
Post by: lac29 on Mon, 18 January 2021, 17:05:01
Post by: 19thmech on Sat, 23 January 2021, 10:20:48
I guess I'll be that guy.
Any chance there will be hotswap sockets? I have an aversion to soldering. As in I've never done it. Really a great looking keyboard though.
Hey, apologies for the late response. Unfortunately due to the layout we have decided that we will not have a hotswap version for the GHS.RAR however future designs with different layouts will definitely have a hotswap option
Post by: Lyle88 on Thu, 28 January 2021, 06:24:21
Love the g80 styling, will keep an eye out for the GB
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Post by: GoneHackingStudio on Sat, 06 March 2021, 10:01:58
Hello, everyone! We'd like to announce the final pricing and kitting for both the Standard Edition and Special Edition GHS.RAR. Please click on the names for more photos of the kits.
We also have a build video and sound test by KeebLook (Thank you!) below:
Build video
Sound test video
We'd also like to gauge interest for extra parts that will be available for the GHS.RAR. Please see the form below:
Extra Parts Form Link (https://forms.gle/UeHpbFCp8fj3RbMX6)
| Standard Edition (Noir) (https://imgur.com/a/eqcB5d9) |
| (https://i.imgur.com/PmmwfdF.jpeg) |
| Black anodized 6063 aluminum top, bottom, full plate |
| PVD gold brass weight |
| PCB and daughterboard |
| Fasteners kit set |
| Silicone bump on strip set |
| Price: 580 USD |
| Standard Edition (Argent) (https://imgur.com/a/CwENlh0) |
| (https://i.imgur.com/U4b008G.jpeg) |
| Silver anodized 6063 aluminum top, bottom, full plate |
| PVD silver brass weight |
| PCB and daughterboard |
| Fasteners kit set |
| Silicone bump on strip set |
| Price: 580 USD |
| Special Edition (Scarlet) |
| (https://i.imgur.com/dUg1Oho.jpeg) |
| Scarlet red anodized 6063 aluminum top, bottom |
| Dark PVD brass full plate |
| Dark PVD brass weight |
| PCB and daughterboard |
| Fasteners kit set |
| Silicone bump on strip set |
| Price: 680 USD |
We also have a build video and sound test by KeebLook (Thank you!) below:
Build video
Sound test video
We'd also like to gauge interest for extra parts that will be available for the GHS.RAR. Please see the form below:
Extra Parts Form Link (https://forms.gle/UeHpbFCp8fj3RbMX6)
Thank you everyone!
Post by: audax989 on Tue, 09 March 2021, 05:43:07
Hello, everyone! We'd like to announce the final pricing and kitting for both the Standard Edition and Special Edition GHS.RAR. Please click on the names for more photos of the kits.
Standard Edition (Noir) (https://imgur.com/a/eqcB5d9) Black anodized 6063 aluminum top, bottom, full plate PVD gold brass weight PCB and daughterboard Fasteners kit set Silicone bump on strip set Price: 580 USD
Standard Edition (Argent) (https://imgur.com/a/CwENlh0) Silver anodized 6063 aluminum top, bottom, full plate PVD silver brass weight PCB and daughterboard Fasteners kit set Silicone bump on strip set Price: 580 USD
Special Edition (Scarlet) Scarlet red anodized 6063 aluminum top, bottom Dark PVD brass full plate Dark PVD brass weight PCB and daughterboard Fasteners kit set Silicone bump on strip set Price: 680 USD
We also have a build video and sound test by KeebLook (Thank you!) below:
Build video
Sound test video
We'd also like to gauge interest for extra parts that will be available for the GHS.RAR. Please see the form below:
Extra Parts Form Link (https://forms.gle/UeHpbFCp8fj3RbMX6)
Thank you everyone!
Goodluck on the GB!
Post by: Rico on Wed, 10 March 2021, 05:07:34
Like how the USB daughterboard cable management is done, very innovative.
And the way the screwless design is made, very Keycult inspired ;)
The price is on the high range, but totally justified given the number of machined pieces and the design intricacy.
Big congrats to RonDG !
Post by: 808San808 on Thu, 11 March 2021, 03:17:04
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Post by: darthcapn on Wed, 24 March 2021, 13:56:22
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Post by: tngpq on Sat, 10 April 2021, 22:48:47