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Title: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker (GB Starting Up Feb 6th!)
Post by: Bachoo on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:24:27

Hi Geekhack, I'm Bachoo. I've made a rectangle. Thank you for taking a look.

Nemui - A 65% With a cute sleepy themed blocker.

~~Fill out the GOOGLE FORM here (https://forms.gle/Z7xioxZbEXwABvyP8)~~

GO TO THE GB POST (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=110969.0)

(https://imgur.com/yA58URJ.jpg)

Now with wrist rest!
(https://imgur.com/ecxoOBx.png)

Inspiration

I wanted to make a 65% for myself to enjoy. However, working on case design while also working a full-time job led to me only being able to sit down and work on the case while completely sleep deprived.
This lust for sleep was the biggest inspiration for the board: cozy, sleepy vibes.

CASE SPECS

- Colors: Black, Blue, E-White, Purple, Wine Red
- Layout: 65% with a top right blocker
- Typing angle: 7°
- Width: 315.75mm
- Height: 18.33mm~ (front), 30.34mm~ (back)
- Weight: Approximately 1.5kg, depending on configuration
- Plate mounting style: Top+leaf spring mount
- Availability: 250 units MAX

WRIST REST SPECS

-Walnut wood with a white enamel infill and a clear varnish finish.
-Still deciding number of units avail for the wrist rest.
-Will be raffle format for this.

(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/770830712931614731/784498113196326962/unknown.png)

PCB INFO

The PCB for this kit was designed by KnoblesseOblige

ARM MCU, STM32 based
QMK/VIA compatibility
ESD protection
USB-C Interface
No hotswap avail
Note: Underglow is not supported as all units will be aluminum

The plate and pcb support a fixed layout for simplicity on design.
See below for all potential layouts.

(https://imgur.com/dq5xs7j.png)

Current plate materials include:
Anodized Aluminum
Sandblasted Brass
Sandblasted Polycarbonate

Plate files will be released once the GB is completed for anyone who wants other materials, but if you have a burning desire for a specific material -- please fill out the google form.

PRICING/VENDORS
Base kit - $410 (brass/alu plate) OR $420 (polycarb plate) + shipping

Vendors:
-(SEA) Monokei
-(US) Mechs & Co
-(CAN) ApexKeyboards
-(OCE) Daily Clack
-(EU) mykeyboard.eu

PROTOTYPES/PRIVATE RUN

The 4th and final run of prototypes are functional! I decided to change the mounting style from top mount to top + leaf spring mount for the internals of the case. The result was the sound profile of top mount with quite a bit of flex at the same time, the spacebar feels really nice.
I also ran a private run with 9 other members in the community, the images below has the lastest prototype (purple) and all the other boards are from the private run.

Click more to view images:

(https://imgur.com/gKy0x5N.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/3J4FZ0n.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/gKy0x5N.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/U85Ic5v.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/EZ3lG89.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/mBgIp2e.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/A2ZeWEu.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/J4LE9Ps.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/ORLmYNM.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/YUkKyw1.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/0HD0uxc.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/rZj7FTl.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/MEAK8Vd.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/fPodXPJ.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/gUAaRUO.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/1I8IlQG.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/OEXdoDr.jpg)

Note: Private runners had the option of going with rose gold anodization -- this option will not be available for the public run.

Here's a sound test of the proto:

TO DO:

~~Interest Check~~
~~Finalize pricing, quantity, colors, materials, extras, etc.~~
~~Proxies, proxies, proxies!~~
Group Buy - Q1 2021
Production
QC and Shipping

For updates, continue to follow this thread or join my discord server: https://discord.gg/D4a3anR

SPECIAL THANKS

Lewis Flude for putting up with my pestering questions and always being a great guy to bounce ideas off of.
Cardinal for designing the weight engraving and other emblems/branding.
Dingusxmcgee/Honk for input and helping me out my various dumb design decisions.
Taylor/KnoblesseOblige for having the patience of a saint when it comes to pcb design.
All the private runners for taking a leap of faith and helpings me make this a reality.
Everyone in my design discord for being into this enough to convince me to run it.

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: Bachoo on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:24:54

Timeline

12/05/2020 Update -- It's been 1 day, I've read through a lot of the feedback. I'm taking a look into adding in split backspace support. I still haven't finalized colors, so taking a look into all the options. I'm also exploring into the options of polycarb plates. Thank you for all the feedback and the support you've given me thus far.

12/06/2020 -- I've added splitback backspace support to the Nemui. The PCB, Plate, and Firmware was updated today!

12/14/2020 -- Vendors and pricing announced!

01/02/2020 -- Announced Wrist Rest!

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: of_sam on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:25:39

65% with blocker. So hot right now.

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: kyuut on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:26:30

cute blocker

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: frostykoala on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:26:52

can't wait

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: hali on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:27:29

glad to see this open to public, glwic

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: persocom on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:27:45

moon frends

GLWIC, can't wait to get one!

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: dandruff on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:28:09

Board looks great and blocker is cute :thumb:

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: Buburoo on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:28:20

imaculate dub boss man

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: YoRHannya on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:28:36

:ishtarfeet:

Very excited for this board! Definitely want in

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: sGhost on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:29:16

Reserved

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: o3okevin on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:30:25

nice

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: Kinesiologist on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:30:34

Right on

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: Oggi on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:31:13

I love this board with my whole entire heart <3

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: KnoblesseOblige on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:31:40

Love it. In for at least three.

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: realezi_ on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:33:55

Rose gold owner here, this is a nice board everyone. I'd recommend! :thumb:

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: LONGZILLA on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:36:13

kawaii

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: heyredcheeks on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:36:56

So pretty! Really wanna cop this but also scared for the GB that I wont be able to get it cause it might be sold out in sec/minutes :eek: really hoping I'll get a slot

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: huey on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:37:53

Hey look, it's a Quantrik65 with a different side profile. Cool.

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: ogp3 on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:40:36

enormously cute - big fan of the blocker and back engraving design

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: LeblancCafe on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:45:59

Looks good! Hopefully I can pick one up

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: BrickParade on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:48:30

won't be sleeping on this one

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: brianjking on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:53:32

Blocker is cute. No split backspace, I'm out. GL with gb!

Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: super_tu on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:58:29

I'm in

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: yoot on Fri, 04 December 2020, 14:03:02

No split BS is a dealbreaker for me on a top-right blocker 65%. Can't have my delete key!

That being said, looks nice. GLWIC!

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: CardinalityTV on Fri, 04 December 2020, 14:05:52

Quote from: ogp3 on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:40:36

enormously cute - big fan of the blocker and back engraving design

Why thank you :flushed:

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: Arcitan on Fri, 04 December 2020, 14:23:59

nemui o kaitai

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: dingusxmcgee on Fri, 04 December 2020, 14:24:41

Reserved.

Just kidding, board is hot, good luck with GB :)

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: SirKhamenman on Fri, 04 December 2020, 14:40:46

Have been waiting for this! Definitely I'm in!

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: Dorney on Fri, 04 December 2020, 14:49:50

Nice IC, the fattest W.

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: MOON on Fri, 04 December 2020, 15:02:49

MOON demands split backspace. That is all.

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: xanserkx on Fri, 04 December 2020, 15:25:51

cuutee af

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: treeleaf64 on Fri, 04 December 2020, 15:37:09

The What

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: catamscott on Fri, 04 December 2020, 16:00:58

Quote from: huey on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:37:53

Hey look, it's a Quantrik65 with a different side profile. Cool.

aside from them both being 910 clones, this has almost nothing in common with the Kyuu.

that aside, the board is looking really solid, and the plate and mounting looks good. i do think having split backspace as an option would be nice, but i also understand wanting to keep the plate as fixed as possible.

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: powwu on Fri, 04 December 2020, 16:06:52

veeery pretty, IC is done nicely, me likey. waiting for price, GLWIC!

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: ItszBrian on Fri, 04 December 2020, 16:23:53

(https://media1.tenor.com/images/b244062db8514e2f31b18253b64b651a/tenor.gif?itemid=16536351)

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: ubmit on Fri, 04 December 2020, 16:49:22

Looks great! GLWIC.

An EU proxy would be aweome

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: Optiboop on Fri, 04 December 2020, 17:09:39

want uwu

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: donny_pete on Fri, 04 December 2020, 18:55:58

that blocker alone has my interest

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: misswaffle on Fri, 04 December 2020, 19:40:57

Super cute! I'm a bit disappointed the manufacturer messed up on the wine red and there's no rose gold for the public run, but this board still looks amazing and I'm excited for it 🌙

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: $W4GK!NG on Fri, 04 December 2020, 22:21:10

GLWIC, I was there since the start of the private run, sadly didnt participate because lack cash money lmao but definetly copping this on the public run ;)))))

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: ZongZiWang on Sat, 05 December 2020, 00:04:03

Wish to have split backspace option

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: aaronlau on Sat, 05 December 2020, 00:12:11

Would love to see the wine red/ dark maroon color option for the board. Rarely see them in 65%! Super interesting design. Will be in for one, if timing is correct.

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: RN Wong on Sat, 05 December 2020, 11:34:26

I really like the design, definitely interested in getting ahold of one. GLWIC :thumb:

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: WBK on Sat, 05 December 2020, 11:50:26

Love the blocker, love leaf spring mount.

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: treeleaf64 on Sat, 05 December 2020, 12:55:21

Leaf spring mount treeleaf approved. He has tried it once and loved it from then on

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: Jyll on Sat, 05 December 2020, 18:56:01

Cute board, been following in the discord and loving the pics and hoping to cop a rose gold. Sad I won’t be able to, but excited for this board!

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: Ustinj on Sat, 05 December 2020, 23:56:56

I remember seeing this in several renders and now I finally know what it is - it looks great!

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: HungHingDaiLo on Sun, 06 December 2020, 00:01:57

(https://i.imgur.com/pJdQKjy.jpg)

Excited for this board as well! GLWIC, Bachoo!

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: Bachoo on Sun, 06 December 2020, 00:34:10

Quote from: brianjking on Fri, 04 December 2020, 13:53:32

Blocker is cute. No split backspace, I'm out. GL with gb!

Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk

Quote from: ZongZiWang on Sat, 05 December 2020, 00:04:03

Wish to have split backspace option

Quote from: MOON on Fri, 04 December 2020, 15:02:49

MOON demands split backspace. That is all.

Quote from: yoot on Fri, 04 December 2020, 14:03:02

No split BS is a dealbreaker for me on a top-right blocker 65%. Can't have my delete key!

That being said, looks nice. GLWIC!

Split backspace support has been added to the board! :D

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: Cresc3nt on Sun, 06 December 2020, 01:09:25

I love this moon design, kinda sad that rose gold isn't an option but I'm definitely in for a white if I have the budget when this runs.

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: peaceperfection on Thu, 10 December 2020, 02:46:56

Can’t wait for it! Hopefully, I’ll be able to snag 1 unit. I’m loving the moon design lately after getting a tsukuyomi.

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: skrunk on Thu, 10 December 2020, 04:11:16

Board looks really good. Any chance for a WKL option?

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: zionsped on Thu, 10 December 2020, 05:20:11

CAN'T WAIT!!!!

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: jaekid on Thu, 10 December 2020, 05:21:02

Hey Bachoo!

I just want to thank you for sharing the resources for this amazing board to the designer discord community. Your kindness is very much appreciated!

-Jae

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker
Post by: Bachoo on Fri, 11 December 2020, 16:44:18

Quote from: jaekid on Thu, 10 December 2020, 05:21:02

Hey Bachoo!

I just want to thank you for sharing the resources for this amazing board to the designer discord community. Your kindness is very much appreciated!

-Jae

Stop you're just too wholesome :-[

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker (PRICING/VENDORS ANNOUNCED)
Post by: lebas23 on Mon, 14 December 2020, 10:50:13

7u please

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker (PRICING/VENDORS ANNOUNCED)
Post by: Invezting on Tue, 19 January 2021, 01:09:16

nice board! goodluck!

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker (GB Starting Up Feb 6th!)
Post by: CookieFlow on Sat, 23 January 2021, 20:48:49

Excited for this one.
Purple is super cute and would go great with your Mashu set that I plan on getting.

Will it support Mill-Max 7305?

I am not sure how many people that gets a board would want participate in the raffle for a chance at purchasing the wrist rest.
But I feel it would be super awesome if everybody that manages to get the board could have the option at purchasing one instead of a raffle.

I don't know how difficult it would be logistically.
But getting a limited board is already very stressful and difficult and having to enter a raffle afterwards doesn't feel that good :(

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker (GB Starting Up Feb 6th!)
Post by: $W4GK!NG on Sat, 23 January 2021, 20:52:04

Quote from: CookieFlow on Sat, 23 January 2021, 20:48:49

Will it support Mill-Max 7305?

Someone from the private group buy did millmaxed their board so I think you will have no problem

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker (GB Starting Up Feb 6th!)
Post by: CookieFlow on Sat, 23 January 2021, 20:57:35

Quote from: $W4GK!NG on Sat, 23 January 2021, 20:52:04

Quote from: CookieFlow on Sat, 23 January 2021, 20:48:49

Will it support Mill-Max 7305?

Someone from the private group buy did millmaxed their board so I think you will have no problem

Yay nice ! :thumb:

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker (GB Starting Up Feb 6th!)
Post by: ligongduck on Sat, 23 January 2021, 23:30:58

I'm definitely hopping in the gb.

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker (GB Starting Up Feb 6th!)
Post by: Bachoo on Sun, 24 January 2021, 22:31:18

Quote from: CookieFlow on Sat, 23 January 2021, 20:48:49

I am not sure how many people that gets a board would want participate in the raffle for a chance at purchasing the wrist rest.
But I feel it would be super awesome if everybody that manages to get the board could have the option at purchasing one instead of a raffle.

I don't know how difficult it would be logistically.
But getting a limited board is already very stressful and difficult and having to enter a raffle afterwards doesn't feel that good :(

I totally see where you're coming from when it comes to that aspect of stress participating in a GB. I've been there. The wrist rests are all hand made and taken care of by 1 guy, it takes a lot of time and I would rather give the maker time to product a quality product than force him to sync up with the GB coming up soon.

Title: Re: [IC] Nemui - A 65% with a cute sleepy blocker (GB Starting Up Feb 6th!)
Post by: CookieFlow on Mon, 25 January 2021, 09:45:15

Quote from: Bachoo on Sun, 24 January 2021, 22:31:18

Quote from: CookieFlow on Sat, 23 January 2021, 20:48:49

I am not sure how many people that gets a board would want participate in the raffle for a chance at purchasing the wrist rest.
But I feel it would be super awesome if everybody that manages to get the board could have the option at purchasing one instead of a raffle.

I don't know how difficult it would be logistically.
But getting a limited board is already very stressful and difficult and having to enter a raffle afterwards doesn't feel that good :(

I totally see where you're coming from when it comes to that aspect of stress participating in a GB. I've been there. The wrist rests are all hand made and taken care of by 1 guy, it takes a lot of time and I would rather give the maker time to product a quality product than force him to sync up with the GB coming up soon.

Thanks for the explanation.
If I am lucky to be able to purchase the keyboard, personally I wouldn't mind waiting several months for the wrist rest after the board is delivered.
But I can understand that you want to sync both together. I just feel it compliments the board so well, that I would be really sad if I can't complete the set.