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really like the way the case looks. Any chance of us seeing this design in a tkl format in the near future?I believe Tric has a different tkl design coming up.There were some photos posted of it in the Tric 60% thread
This looks beautiful.
I'm wondering if an alternative layout is supported, for which the backspace is split into two 1u (just like HHKB)? Based on the picture, the plate doesn't offer this option.
This looks beautiful.
I'm wondering if an alternative layout is supported, for which the backspace is split into two 1u (just like HHKB)? Based on the picture, the plate doesn't offer this option.
Definitely not with that plate. I would prefer this layout as well since I enjoy it so much on smaller boards, but I still give it a pass on the layout due to its size.
Does this use a standard 6.25 spacebar?
What options do I have for the bottom row?
Shipping to UK $35?
That is a good looking case. I like the low profile and the side cuts for LEDs. Is there switchtop removal? Does it support cherry stabs?
really like the way the case looks. Any chance of us seeing this design in a tkl format in the near future?
I assume the cutouts on the side are for acrylic diffuser?
Does this use a standard 6.25 spacebar?
What options do I have for the bottom row?
Here is an album with all of the supported layouts: http://sli.mg/a/MTpRr0Shipping to UK $35?
YessirThat is a good looking case. I like the low profile and the side cuts for LEDs. Is there switchtop removal? Does it support cherry stabs?
No switchtop removal. Supports regular PCB-mount Cherry stabilizers.really like the way the case looks. Any chance of us seeing this design in a tkl format in the near future?
TriC has an 80 with some pics posted near the end of the TriC 60 GB thread by the designer himself.I assume the cutouts on the side are for acrylic diffuser?
Yep! Big album of the completed prototype(s) (http://sli.mg/a/FwNW5p)
I might not being see it, but when does this group buy close?
is there a tentative ship date for this?
It says TriC logo lighting... but I don't see a logo. Does it have a lighted logo somewhere?
Does the PCB support backlight LEDs, or just the side RGB lighting?
Are there any photos of the PCB available?
Love the look of this one. If this stayed open through January I will likely jump on board in a couple weeks.
TriC 80 looks super awsome, when will triC 80 GB go live?
Thanks
I dont know where to look for it. I hope someone else in this forum will run a GB for triC80 :(TriC 80 looks super awsome, when will triC 80 GB go live?
Thanks
ld told me that he likely won't be running the gb for the tric80 so you may have to look elsewhere. :)
I dont know where to look for it. I hope someone else in this forum will run a GB for triC80 :(TriC 80 looks super awsome, when will triC 80 GB go live?
Thanks
ld told me that he likely won't be running the gb for the tric80 so you may have to look elsewhere. :)
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Hey Ive been trying to work out the keycaps for this project. Is there any ways you can re-upload your supported layouts album too? The sli.mg album you linked earlier is still down as well.
Thinking of ordering; however, I wanted to know an estimated price of shipping to Canada.
I do not want to join then all of a sudden the shipping is like $40-50 ahaha.
Can you add some pics of the color options? Is the case in the prototype album black or grey?
Interested, but I have a few question.
1. Is there a key size diagram?
2. Is the plate designed so the keys can be opened?
3. What types of switches is this designed to support?
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Thanks. That right shift key is going to be very hard to find in keysets. All the other keys look to be pretty standard. Anyone have thoughts about sets that have a 2 width shift and a 1.5 width shift(just guessing from the layout but that is what it looks like)?It's a 1.75 shift. Most "nice" keycaps will have that, so pretty much any gmk set and most cherry pbt sets will come with it, and all SP sets will have a kit for it.
I have the following question:
I want a 75% board for a special setup that I want to screw into a metal arm instead of placing it on a table. Does this have some kind of screw holes on the back that could be used for this purpose, as in attaching it firmly to a piece of sheet metal for example?
Also, am I correct in assuming that I would have to source and solder the cherry mx switches (and keycaps) and possibly in-switch LED's myself?
Any idea of roughly when the ship date is?
I REALLY wanna join this but to be honest, that [TKL red case](http://i.imgur.com/E3OClMv.jpg) catches my eye much more due to it's side design.LD mentioned in the OP that it's the Tric 80.
This is a super stupid question, but what keyboard is that?
Is it possible to get that red case with the beehive-like design?
also, when does this GB end?
jeez... that green is so gorgeous i had to change case colors. :)
excited about this... do you happen to know if the plate allows for switchtop opening?
Hey guys, been pretty inactive regarding my buys recently. Not much to report on this until now. The first batch of Brevis has arrived in TriC team's hands.
The pictures in the following album are all of the actual boards: http://imgur.com/a/s4Ryz
Quality is on par with TriC60 - Sandwich so they should be largely blemish-free.
Form to change or confirm your color choice if you'd like, now that all color options are known: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8HbtGVEbiHZ1KHpTfpqRdsf1I38tcst0taSYtpH5VeXyLBg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Please note that I will not be shipping until you've filled out the above form, even if your color choice remains the same, just so we're both sure you're getting the color you want.
Shipping will commence soon and I expect them to arrive around the end of the month.
Also I still need to send out refunds of $5 each for that price break. Will take care of that today - for real this time.
Hi all, finally sent out the round of invoices for outstanding orders @ the 40-unit price point, and an info email along with them.Yes! I had lost hope. Just paid the invoice and submitted colors form. Thanks LD!
The original order form has been updated with all the colors available.
Hey guys, checking in with a brief update. We've gone off-schedule. These were supposed to arrive before mid-April, but there are some delays on TriC team's end for shipping these out. I'm urging them to hasten the process (since production is finished). Unsure what's taking them so long to ship - it's been two weeks.Thanks for the update.
Orders are still open but will not be processed (invoiced) until I have further news on the status of the current shipment.
Hey guys, checking in with a brief update. We've gone off-schedule. These were supposed to arrive before mid-April, but there are some delays on TriC team's end for shipping these out. I'm urging them to hasten the process (since production is finished). Unsure what's taking them so long to ship - it's been two weeks.Form submitted
Orders are still open but will not be processed (invoiced) until I have further news on the status of the current shipment.
Thanks for the update.
What is going on at Holly OOPS that is making them take so long to ship? Is it possible they aren't really done with production and are just stalling? Have they given you any estimate on shipping?
nice, Shipping to UK $35?
Thanks for the update.
What is going on at Holly OOPS that is making them take so long to ship? Is it possible they aren't really done with production and are just stalling? Have they given you any estimate on shipping?
Got a reply today. Production is finished... for the most part. There were 16 kits in batch one that were supposed to be gray but ended up being silver (undyed). They're being sent back for reano and I was sent a msg about this, but totally forgot and thought I was kept in the dark. The lack of updates is on me regardless.
Production for the first batch is finished though. I've urged them to send out what they can at the moment and worry about the rest later rather than waiting and consolidating them into one shipment.
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Aye, same rate to most destinations worldwide regardless of number unless you're in SE Asia, in which case it would be significantly cheaper.
Does the reshipper send to us, or to you and then you send to us?
Starting to see pics of these on reddit. Lunaris, can you tell us when we can expect the rest to ship?
Hi there - I'm new here and looking to get my first DIY keyboard and am interested in this kit.
Is this still available? And if so, what is the turnaround time like from purchase to shipping?
Appreciate any info! :)
Hi there - I'm new here and looking to get my first DIY keyboard and am interested in this kit.
Is this still available? And if so, what is the turnaround time like from purchase to shipping?
Appreciate any info! :)
Group buys are generally unavailable once orders are closed. Your best bet is to start posting, and buy one from the classifieds when they're all shipped.
Hi there - I'm new here and looking to get my first DIY keyboard and am interested in this kit.
Is this still available? And if so, what is the turnaround time like from purchase to shipping?
Appreciate any info! :)
Group buys are generally unavailable once orders are closed. Your best bet is to start posting, and buy one from the classifieds when they're all shipped.
It is still being listed as an active buy in the *** LIST OF CURRENTLY RUNNING COMMUNITY AND VENDOR GROUP BUYS *** thread. Also, the order form is also still active and orders have been placed as late as April 22. The general GB pattern of closing down the order form has not happened here. I completely understand why opuswild asked the question and a more definitive answer should be given by LD.
Hi there - I'm new here and looking to get my first DIY keyboard and am interested in this kit.
Is this still available? And if so, what is the turnaround time like from purchase to shipping?
Appreciate any info! :)
Group buys are generally unavailable once orders are closed. Your best bet is to start posting, and buy one from the classifieds when they're all shipped.
It is still being listed as an active buy in the *** LIST OF CURRENTLY RUNNING COMMUNITY AND VENDOR GROUP BUYS *** thread. Also, the order form is also still active and orders have been placed as late as April 22. The general GB pattern of closing down the order form has not happened here. I completely understand why opuswild asked the question and a more definitive answer should be given by LD.
That's exactly why I asked, thanks Cotay - hoping it's still running but I understand that it may be closed (even though the order form is still up) :)
Puddsy, I appreciate the tip - I'll take a look there too!
Is anyone else concerned about the fact that Lunaris has gone silent? He is such a great group buy runner and it is really out of character of him to just be MIA for weeks. I *know* he is honest and we are not being scammed or anything, but I am concerned that without him actively working to get these kits to us, it's not going to happen any time soon.
Should we be considered PayPal disputes to protect ourselves? Or do you think he will come through?Is anyone else concerned about the fact that Lunaris has gone silent? He is such a great group buy runner and it is really out of character of him to just be MIA for weeks. I *know* he is honest and we are not being scammed or anything, but I am concerned that without him actively working to get these kits to us, it's not going to happen any time soon.
Not sure about being a "great group buy runner"... Some of us from the ZZ96 R2/R2.5 GB are still waiting on parts/replacements and he hasn't addressed that thread since the beginning of March.
That decision is entirely up to you.Should we be considered PayPal disputes to protect ourselves? Or do you think he will come through?Is anyone else concerned about the fact that Lunaris has gone silent? He is such a great group buy runner and it is really out of character of him to just be MIA for weeks. I *know* he is honest and we are not being scammed or anything, but I am concerned that without him actively working to get these kits to us, it's not going to happen any time soon.
Not sure about being a "great group buy runner"... Some of us from the ZZ96 R2/R2.5 GB are still waiting on parts/replacements and he hasn't addressed that thread since the beginning of March.
Nice looking board. was just looking at a 75% or perhaps something new. other size / layout.
One thing that bothers me is non default size keycaps. and smaller shifts why not make them regular size opens us up to
all the nice keycaps out there...
Wanted to ask is this layout ever bin done ?
Nice looking board. was just looking at a 75% or perhaps something new. other size / layout.
One thing that bothers me is non default size keycaps. and smaller shifts why not make them regular size opens us up to
all the nice keycaps out there...
Wanted to ask is this layout ever bin done ?
Well, I emailed Jian (LunarisDream) a few days ago asking for an update, but haven't heard anything. Have any of you heard anything from him? I see he shipped out a few boards, but that was a while ago. I'm starting to think it's time to open a dispute with PayPal...She/he is active on reddit, and gives refunds via PayPal for those who have requested it. But s/he is just ignoring this thread for some reason.
I have the below orders (by Paypal invoice #) that are ready to ship or have shipped already:
TriC75_03
TriC75_07
TriC75_09
TriC75_11
TriC75_12
TriC75_13
TriC75_20
TriC75_26
TriC75_30
TriC75_37
TriC75_41
TriC75_44
TriC75_45
TriC75_50
I'd like clarification on what "ready to ship" meant as mine is amung those orders... I was expecting a tracking number within a few days. I am very patient. Just confused.
Part of what makes this frustrating is knowing that the people who joined the Taobao buy have had theirs for months. I'm not saying that SHOULD make it more frustrating, but that has been my experience so far.
Emailed Lunaris. He says he is shipping those listed above now. And I think I got my tracking number. 90% sure as I didnt order anything else. He updated the tracking sheet too.
My keyboard arrived a few days ago. The case is gorgeous, but the PCB appears to be completely dead. I can't get any computer to recognize it, nothing lights up... Any ideas? :(
My keyboard arrived a few days ago. The case is gorgeous, but the PCB appears to be completely dead. I can't get any computer to recognize it, nothing lights up... Any ideas? :(
If it is like mine, all the RGB LEDs will light up and cycle right away. Have you tried plugging it into another computer to make sure its the keyboard and not the computer?
My keyboard arrived a few days ago. The case is gorgeous, but the PCB appears to be completely dead. I can't get any computer to recognize it, nothing lights up... Any ideas? :(
If it is like mine, all the RGB LEDs will light up and cycle right away. Have you tried plugging it into another computer to make sure its the keyboard and not the computer?
Yes, and it appears to have fried the USB port on my PC. Well, my build day just went downhill fast.
I bet if you took some close up photos of the PCB and made a post on another board asking for help someone could spot the issue. Maybe it's a simple solder fix
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Can anyone who has received their Tric 75 tell me what sort of packaging it came in or post a picture of it? I'm running into issues with my order for this on Taobao and parts are missing.
Here is the picture of how the hardware arrived. I've already confirmed with the Agent that a lot is missing.
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This is the picture that the Taobao agent sent and it appears it just came loose in bubble wrap. This is much different that the quality packaging from the Tric60 so I'm wondering if this is B-stock.
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Can anyone who has received their Tric 75 tell me what sort of packaging it came in or post a picture of it? I'm running into issues with my order for this on Taobao and parts are missing.
Here is the picture of how the hardware arrived. I've already confirmed with the Agent that a lot is missing.
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This is the picture that the Taobao agent sent and it appears it just came loose in bubble wrap. This is much different that the quality packaging from the Tric60 so I'm wondering if this is B-stock.
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My packaging was on the bad side too. But there wasn't any damage. You appear to be missing the little rubber nipples for the bottom of the feet. Everything else seems okay.
Honestly though you shouldn't use those feet. Bad for the wrists according to our companies ergonomic desk setter upper
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Oh yeah, I couldn't really see all your screws. Maybe they fell out in shipping? =( Mine was in a box, but it was a little crushed. and had less packaging than I would imagine is normal.
I wasn't going to mention it though, as everything was fine.
I'm waiting for stabilizers in the mail... or I would have built the board by now.
Lunaris has once again, dropped out of contact....Some people in the ZZ96 GB reported updates they got from Lunaris as recently as last week. Not sure if you have tried emailing yet, you might have more luck that way.
Great...
I really dont wanna have to refund :/
Forever stuck as "invoiced"....
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Lunaris has once again, dropped out of contact....Some people in the ZZ96 GB reported updates they got from Lunaris as recently as last week. Not sure if you have tried emailing yet, you might have more luck that way.
Great...
I really dont wanna have to refund :/
Forever stuck as "invoiced"....
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So after spending all weekend trying to revive my board I realized it's dead dead dead or at least I don't have the skills to figure out where it died. I have basically replaced everything except for the ATMega chip and it's in no better or worse shape then before. Is it possible to buy a PCB or are there just none left and I'm out of luck?
Well considering the tric60 b-stock had no updates in while and then suddenly arrived I think he's just overwhelmed and it's not really his fault so all he could do anyway is tell people that the tric group isn't delivering or delaying.
He could say that here though... :D
I'm just gonna wait a bit longer till mid month, considering my payment was sent in mid April, its not the worst group buy delay.
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More:
http://imgur.com/a/XFKOR
Has anyone found the software for this yet?
I found a version of it online, but its not quite right... the keys dont appear in the right places on the screen
LunarisDream - Come on man, 7 weeks with NO update?
I call first! I need it after all this waiting... :(LunarisDream - Come on man, 7 weeks with NO update?
Can we form a TriC 75% Brevis support group and do a big group hug?
Hey all got a brevis for the s.o. a while back and we finally had the chance to tune the switches and build it up.Love how you made it match the mac! Even though I'm not a Mac fan. NoiceShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/AjUIKsC.jpg)
She really wanted the mac look to go along with the work setup and I think the silver color really delivered on that. Building was relatively simple though we did need to touch up a solder point on a diode. Overall really solid feel. Worth noting: we used lubed mx silents with the rgb bottom housing and it came out so quiet it might be more quiet than the mac book pro's keyboard.
She really wanted the mac look to go along with the work setup...
Looks like my PCB is FUBAR. Might have been that way from the beginning, might have been my solder-unsolder-resolder job that did it (forgot to install the stabilizers!!! don't mention it please.). Either way it started to be recognized as a kb on macOS but now it just lights up but no more keyboard detection in the OS. No keys work at all even when it was detected as a USB device. Will try new cables etc but it looks bleak.
I need more spares, is there anywhere to get another board that's compatible without needing to wait 6 months? Is my main option to hardwire it and use a teensy?
So I'm starting to think LunarisDream has gone totally MIA. He hasn't been active on Reddit for some time now, he's not responding to emails or pm, and he isn't posting here at all. With no real recourse at this point I guess those of us that stuck it out beyond the PayPal payment protection date are SOL. Joy.I'm over it at this point. A mass email can take less than 5 minutes or just be automated, so there's really no excuse after that last update (when he said he'd reply to all the email and make regular updates).
Has anybody heard anything from him?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYm6eAEQoQE
Personal problems aside, here are what I know for the current two buys:
TriC75: Production has finished in its entirety, including the ones that had to be redone from the initial batch. After contacting the TriC team, they will now proceed with packing and sorting.
ZZ96: Unable to get in contact with the person responsible for production during the day, likely due to it being midnight in China. In contrast, the person from the TriC team whom I spoke to was in Virginia and so was able to respond promptly. As soon as I get more info, I will send out an email to those in the buy.
Hello LunarisDream
Since you don't respond to pm's or the forum on (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=80649.0) ZZ96 i'm writing here.
I am not the only one that have problems with trying to contact you from the ZZ96 GB.
I am still waiting over 6 months for your answer how we can resolve the defect ZZ96 board I got from you.
Last response I got from you was Wed, 25 January 2017, 19:51:00, after you said you wanted to help me resolve this you started ignoring my PM's.
After an extended leave of absence from the web due to personal issues, I have five refunded orders for TriC75 - Brevis that are available to ship immediately from China (about 5 days from payment to arrival).
https://www.reddit.com/r/mechmarket/comments/6x3ntj/gb_tric75_brevis_aluminum_custom_sale_for_instock/QuoteAfter an extended leave of absence from the web due to personal issues, I have five refunded orders for TriC75 - Brevis that are available to ship immediately from China (about 5 days from payment to arrival).
Well, this just happened.
Mine came today, and while the box looks like it was dragged behind a bus everything *appears* to be ok. I've not yet tested it as I used the switches on another KB project after having given up on this GB, but it does look ok.
I would suggest LunarisDream NEVER run another group buy. Clearly he's not capable of managing one efficiently, and his communication has been terrible. I just pray everything works as I really don't want to try and get anything replaced by him.
I tested my PCB and it’s fine, the LEDs work and the keys register.
I also tested screw-in stabs, mine are Zeal. They fit under the plate and don’t short traces on the board, so I’m going to use them.
Mine arrived today. The small bag for the screws and feet split, so there were screws in the outer courier packing (outside of the cardboard box). Be careful not to quickly throw all of your packing away!
The case, plate, and PCB are all immaculate though, so that’s my only issue (so far, need to test the PCB!)
I tested my PCB and it’s fine, the LEDs work and the keys register.
I also tested screw-in stabs, mine are Zeal. They fit under the plate and don’t short traces on the board, so I’m going to use them.
Was thinking of doing exactly/similar to this, but I'm not sure if these are the same type - https://zealpc.net/collections/switches/products/gold-plated-hot-swap-sockets-for-pcbs
Are they screw in? I don't mind soldering but just wondering if these would work for hot swap switch capability.
Of the people who recently received theirs, can anyone confirm if the google doc is being updated? I haven't noticed any changes and I check it fiarly regularly. Still hoping I actually get my board. :-(
Of the people who recently received theirs, can anyone confirm if the google doc is being updated? I haven't noticed any changes and I check it fiarly regularly. Still hoping I actually get my board. :-(
I received a grey kit earlier this week and can confirm the doc is still being updated. I actually received a DHL Express text notification first before I checked the doc, where I saw that the entry had been updated to "Submitted for shipping".
I haven't had a chance to test yet, but the grey case definitely looks very nice. I also didn't have any of the issues with loose screws in the packaging.
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What's the status of the remaining orders? There are a lot of us still waiting.Wondering the same... I thought it was all sorted out, I was excited about it arriving soon.
Sorry for the stupid question, but do the switches on these mount on the plate or the PCB?
Sorry for the stupid question, but do the switches on these mount on the plate or the PCB?
Anyone?
Sorry for the stupid question, but do the switches on these mount on the plate or the PCB?
Anyone?
plate :)
Now with JTK Purple on White and Kailh BOXs. Pretty pleased so far.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/COBqxiv.jpg)
Hey Lunarisdream - do you have any updates?If the updates are anything like my request for a refund two weeks ago, the answer is:
Really digging all those pics from the couple of people who actually got their kits!
HEY DUDE GIVE ME MY ****ING MONEY BACK PLEASE..... I asked a long time ago and you've proven to be full of it. No offense intended, but you should take offence. If you **** up, that's fine. If you **** up, then publicly tell everyone what happened and appologize, that's great. If you do all that then promise them to update them...... and ignore ****ing everyone? No, that is ****ty. No LunarisDream, no. Bad.
I'll get in touch with PayPal to see what they can do (and sorry for the sudden outburst, I was pretty calm two minutes ago)
Another week has passed with no updates, and a bunch of people are still without the boards they paid for.
Will there be another round?
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YepWill there be another round?
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You're...joking right?
... that's just how it is with these group buys...
Here's the semi-weekly "We got ripped off by LunarisDream" post. We got ripped of by LunarisDream.
... that's just how it is with these group buys...
no. just no.
Well, I've asked for a refund a couple of times and gotten ignored (he said he'd offer refunds). He also said he would provide weekly updates and... Well, nothing lolHere's the semi-weekly "We got ripped off by LunarisDream" post. We got ripped of by LunarisDream.... that's just how it is with these group buys...
no. just no.
Could you guys elaborate on what makes you so convinced?
What makes this group buy different than for example the EXENT group buy? I entered that around the same time as this one, still haven't got either boards.
Plus, many people already seem to have gotten their deliveries.
Any updates on the refunds?Lol, good one!! Ha! GADEEM!!!
So that's it then? No board, no refund?
To think this is one of only two group buys I ever did here (and the other one I'm also still waiting on long overdue)... Am I really that unlucky?
So that's it then? No board, no refund?
To think this is one of only two group buys I ever did here (and the other one I'm also still waiting on long overdue)... Am I really that unlucky?
oh boy, that's not good to hear. what's the other one then?
regarding this one, I think it's not looking too good the last few months... has gone real silent.