Cartel (https://cartel.ltd) (in collaboration with u/JadsPure2 (http://www.reddit.com/u/JadsPure2)) is delighted to announce DSA Cassette, a new keyset coming soon to cartel.ltd.
DSA Cassette
IC FORM LINK (https://goo.gl/forms/IAW1kcDdZkqLU3it2)
Background
The 80’s is defined by many as the era of Reaganomics, Star Wars, and Madonna - but one of the most under-appreciated aspects of the time, was its unique aesthetic style. Subdued neutral colors coupled with bright accents could be found in everyday objects; ranging from consoles, to home appliances, to - you guessed it, cassette tapes.
Inspiration
Inspired by the design of the JVC E-180 video cassette container, Cassette strives to recreate the aesthetics that saturated the 80’s: neutral bases and a splash of vibrant hues for accents.
Design
Cassette will be DSA profile, provided by none other than Signature Plastics. They will be doubleshot ABS, ensuring that the legends stay crisp for the lifetime of the caps. Depending on which accent keys you utilize, the look of Cassette can change rather drastically. With a plethora of color options available at your disposal, Cassette can look as exuberant or as minimal as you wish.
How your Cassette looks is up to you. Novelties include BETAMAX legends, cassette tapes, and VHS tapes, both in rich mauve and royal blue. But we didn’t stop there; also included within the novelties kit, is a set of retro playback controls including “Eject” escape buttons and more - all of which you can find in the kit renders below.
Imgur Album (https://imgur.com/a/OqqKR)
- Alpha Kit (https://i.imgur.com/LeIBEJG.png)
- Modifier Kit (https://i.imgur.com/010Jurs.png)
- Calc Kit (https://i.imgur.com/KqWdw2A.png)
- Novelty Kit (https://i.imgur.com/YnmxUMS.png)
- Ortholinear Kit (https://i.imgur.com/8bciks4.png)
- Alternate Homing Kit (https://i.imgur.com/lhcK7R1.png)
- Arrows & Logos Kit (https://i.imgur.com/iHlTuGR.png)
- Ergodox Kit (https://i.imgur.com/FrMcq79.png)
- ISO Kit (https://i.imgur.com/tFjHp8E.png)
- Tsangan, Colemak, Fox, and Percents Kit (https://i.imgur.com/xpy1d6E.png)
- Spacebars & Blanks Kit (https://i.imgur.com/hBYVhSO.png)
- Teaser Render (https://i.imgur.com/t7Bh1Cr.png)
Whether you’re looking for something to bring your desk a retro vibe or just looking for a little colorful flair, Cassette will have you covered.
Keep your eyes peeled for updates regarding pricing, MOQ, and the projected timeline!