Post by: mvkb on Thu, 28 January 2021, 08:00:13
| GB IS LIVE (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=113140) |
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ePBT Camo
📝 IC Form (https://forms.gle/it1dHCrvuMY1gXFy5)
📸 Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mvkbcom/)
💬 MVKB Discord (https://discord.gg/3eKeKGpbw5) (🆕)
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Blending in. This set isn’t about the keyboard grabbing all the attention on your desk, it’s a set you’d see in a remote cabin in the snowy mountains, the type a famous writer would flee to to finish the successor to their breakthrough debut, far away from all distractions. They should really call their spouse, it’s been a while since they’ve been in contact.
(https://i.imgur.com/3krOeNw.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/wQrUPb5.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/lTyhQ9W.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/kTMyuuQ.jpg)
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| Kits |
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2 themes, 8 kits.
(https://i.imgur.com/RfPeAu1.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/SfCO6CX.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/41mPTS9.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/aNhJeB7.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/LBWnv6Z.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/8nzqOtx.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/orPhBRE.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/bkF4PJw.jpg)
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| Deskmats |
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(https://i.imgur.com/1TKgUpR.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/UQsdoda.jpg)
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| Collaborations |
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Collaborations include 2 brass novelty caps by Salvun, a custom D60lite by KBDfans, custom cables by Kat Koil, and a split wrist rest by Digital Carpentry.
(https://i.imgur.com/nxyy0hu.jpeg)
Brass artisans by Salvun.
(https://i.imgur.com/SIxCiqX.jpeg)
D60lite by KBDfans.
(https://mvkb.com/camo/collaborations/wrist-rest-02.jpg)
Split wrist rest by Digital Carpentry, already available (https://digital-carpentry.com/products/epbt-camo-wrist-rest).
(https://mvkb.com/camo/collaborations/cable-camo.jpg)(https://mvkb.com/camo/collaborations/cable-radio-silence.jpg)
Cables by Kat Koil.
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| Colors |
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- RAL 7035
- RAL 7045
- RAL 7031
- RAL 7015
- RAL 7016
(https://i.imgur.com/bSzFAcS.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/IcQbAQL.jpg)
LTR: RAL 7035, RAL 7045, RAL 7031, RAL 7015, RAL 7016 (6th color in photo unused)
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| Vendors & Pricing |
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(https://mvkb.com/camo/pricing.png)
Huge thanks to drbparsons, avintagephoto, sailer, to1ne, matts, noudadrichem, Fresh, Matej, ulliam, Chet, backyardhero3, Martin, edit, imyke, brammm, funky, ectoplasmatic...
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Be excellent to each other.
Post by: Alessio on Thu, 28 January 2021, 08:01:38
Post by: futurecrime on Thu, 28 January 2021, 08:19:29
2021 year of the abandonment of the mod/alpha segregation. Keycaps now mix freely regardless of the colour of their plastic. Stick that in your mod coloured pipe and smoke it.
Post by: BapoDonu on Thu, 28 January 2021, 08:35:37
Post by: BapoDonu on Thu, 28 January 2021, 08:36:05
I cant see ithaha funny joke
Post by: eskimojo on Thu, 28 January 2021, 08:45:12
The alignment for some of the legends is a bit weird - the num row keys etc look odd being centred while the rest of the set is left aligned.
Any plans to get some board renders made?
Post by: asherw on Thu, 28 January 2021, 09:07:11
The only thing I'd say is make sure the contrast between each key's legend and base color is around the same. It'll look very odd otherwise.
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 28 January 2021, 10:59:48
Post by: HoodrowThrillson on Thu, 28 January 2021, 11:28:52
I cant see itdamn it i was gonna make that joke
Post by: treeleaf64 on Thu, 28 January 2021, 11:44:24
And sometimes people blend into the leaves as well
this is Camo!
Post by: Dazon on Thu, 28 January 2021, 12:00:45
Post by: Sunhwan Jeong on Thu, 28 January 2021, 12:16:06
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Post by: Lenux on Thu, 28 January 2021, 13:55:26
Post by: avintagephoto on Thu, 28 January 2021, 14:55:57
I like the idea more than I thought I would ;)
The alignment for some of the legends is a bit weird - the num row keys etc look odd being centred while the rest of the set is left aligned.
Any plans to get some board renders made?
Renders are currently in the works. :)
Post by: LittleAad on Thu, 28 January 2021, 14:59:02
Post by: powwu on Thu, 28 January 2021, 15:34:09
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 28 January 2021, 15:41:45
Any plans to get some board renders made?
Board renders are in the works!
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 28 January 2021, 15:42:37
The only thing I'd say is make sure the contrast between each key's legend and base color is around the same. It'll look very odd otherwise.
I’ll be reaching out for samples ASAP! Meanwhile, every single person who fills out the IC form helps
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 28 January 2021, 15:43:25
Are you planning to use reverse dye-sub for this kit?Yes, but I’m open to any feedback or expertise to help make this set perfect.
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Post by: mvkb on Thu, 28 January 2021, 15:43:50
I'm wondering what the inspiration is behind this set.“What if?” Simple as that.
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 28 January 2021, 15:44:18
finally pre-selected vomit sets; no longer do i have to sift through grab bags!World’s most expensive grab bag.
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 28 January 2021, 15:45:36
Add 40s and NorDe/Intl. Thank you!What is missing from the extension sets for 40s to work? Legit question, I’m seeing cross-eyed from staring at kits...
NorDeUk or more would mean 2 more sets. Wonder if they’d reach MOQ.
Post by: srioz on Fri, 29 January 2021, 07:39:32
Post by: xlSantos on Fri, 29 January 2021, 10:47:47
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Post by: mvkb on Mon, 01 February 2021, 19:13:17
have you considered referencing digi-camo shapes more?
I played with a bunch of pattern options. Tried making it as random as possible, but it didn't feel right. Ended up manually creating this pattern, making sure to balance colors (tricky with the space bar).
Post by: mvkb on Mon, 01 February 2021, 20:17:23
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Post by: HappyB0T on Sun, 21 February 2021, 00:41:01
Post by: KucherenkoZZZ on Sun, 21 February 2021, 10:58:20
Post by: mvkb on Tue, 23 February 2021, 20:14:38
Post by: acitrin on Tue, 23 February 2021, 20:33:32
Honestly, the set isn't for me... but I can see it selling really well! GLWGB!
Post by: mvkb on Tue, 23 February 2021, 20:38:13
Wait... isn't Protozoa a UK vendor? They're listed as both a UK and US vendor...They’re setting up shop in the US too.
Post by: acitrin on Tue, 23 February 2021, 20:39:38
Wait... isn't Protozoa a UK vendor? They're listed as both a UK and US vendor...They’re setting up shop in the US too.
Oh? That's cool! Will they have a separate site for the US branch?
Post by: mvkb on Tue, 23 February 2021, 20:45:56
Oh? That's cool! Will they have a separate site for the US branch?They have more information to share soon
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 25 February 2021, 17:02:17
Post by: HelloThisIsDog on Thu, 25 February 2021, 23:33:35
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Post by: mvkb on Mon, 01 March 2021, 18:59:47
Looks really cool! Can't wait! Are you actually teasing the "novelties" or is the joke that they're camouflaged and are just blanksThey’re blanks, to be rearranged however you’d like. Thought it’d be funny to call them novelties ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Post by: mvkb on Mon, 01 March 2021, 19:01:19
Sorry to voice a nitpicky observation, but is anyone else concerned about the stacking of the lightest color at F6, F7, 7, and 8?Hmm can’t really unsee. It was meant to balance out the light space bar, but I can see how it might be a bit too much. Will look into tweaking the f-row colors.
Post by: mvkb on Mon, 01 March 2021, 19:02:26
All I can see are weirdly aligned legends. Just look at R, yikes. Top centre was a bold choice, better make sure it’s bang on in the middle. Optical character tracking is a thing. Cool colours though.Any misalignments are only in the renders. Will make sure the final product is perfectly aligned, key for key.
Post by: HelloThisIsDog on Mon, 01 March 2021, 22:32:22
Sorry to voice a nitpicky observation, but is anyone else concerned about the stacking of the lightest color at F6, F7, 7, and 8?Hmm can’t really unsee. It was meant to balance out the light space bar, but I can see how it might be a bit too much. Will look into tweaking the f-row colors.
Yeah I couldn't unsee too, there are other stacks around but being the darker shades they just blend in. I'm imagining it would look way more jarring too on a 75% board where the F row is not offset. I think if you switch F6/F7 darker that'll do it. Thanks for noticing!
Post by: mvkb on Sat, 06 March 2021, 10:42:20
Post by: mvkb on Tue, 09 March 2021, 18:32:56
Post by: phinix on Wed, 10 March 2021, 17:22:24
Being pbt, is it a bit rough, or smooth?
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 11 March 2021, 05:03:17
What is the finish on those?
Being pbt, is it a bit rough, or smooth?
PBT has a nice roughness to them (which I why I prefer it over GMK/ABS). It's almost like really fine sanding paper.
Post by: zuiver-one on Thu, 11 March 2021, 05:21:02
Post by: phinix on Thu, 11 March 2021, 05:55:26
What is the finish on those?
Being pbt, is it a bit rough, or smooth?
PBT has a nice roughness to them (which I why I prefer it over GMK/ABS). It's almost like really fine sanding paper.
Not always, MDA for example are smooth. PBT MT3 have that fine sanding paper effect.
Do these have it too, or are PBT smooth version?
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 11 March 2021, 12:46:22
Not always, MDA for example are smooth. PBT MT3 have that fine sanding paper effect.
Do these have it too, or are PBT smooth version?
Texture should be comparable to ePBT Cool Kids, so it should have that rough feel to it.
Post by: mvkb on Wed, 17 March 2021, 14:23:06
Have some renders!
(https://i.imgur.com/sbxfbeH.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/5RxyoCC.png)
Post by: Rynxe on Fri, 19 March 2021, 20:20:32
Post by: mvkb on Fri, 19 March 2021, 20:36:05
Just would like to ask, will the Radio Silence Kit be of RAL 9011? or a lighter shade?
Radio Silence will use RAL 7016 for its background color. The render I posted just above your comment (second render, right board) should be an accurate representation of what it'd look like.
Post by: Anorexious on Fri, 19 March 2021, 21:25:22
Post by: phinix on Sun, 21 March 2021, 11:14:17
Post by: HelloThisIsDog on Sun, 21 March 2021, 12:51:39
These are so beautiful, I wish they had text mods :(
And I'm buying them because they have icon mods lol
Post by: Mark The Weeb on Sun, 21 March 2021, 21:48:29
Post by: summerqm on Wed, 24 March 2021, 11:01:41
Post by: mvkb on Wed, 24 March 2021, 11:22:00
The discord link is no longer working.. would you mind posting a new discord link? GLWIC!Will update the post later, here’s a new link already: https://discord.gg/F3vuK82u
Post by: Trivent on Wed, 24 March 2021, 21:52:17
Post by: elmo on Thu, 25 March 2021, 04:22:55
The solid blue base colorway is probably the best one IMO
Blue? ;D
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 25 March 2021, 10:00:05
The solid blue base colorway is probably the best one IMORadio Silence is warm dark gray
Post by: mvkb on Wed, 14 April 2021, 20:12:13
- Proud to announce we're bringing ePBT Camo to Latin America thanks to the lovely crew over at Latamkeys (https://www.latamkeys.com) (they only recently launched their shop).
- New MVKB website (https://mvkb.com) went live, including a dedicated page for Camo (https://mvkb.com/camo/) with a boatload of new (more realistic) renders.
- Deskmat samples have been delivered, and they look great! Final product will have transparent edges. White pen added because I couldn't get the light in my office neutral.
- More news soon: Salvun keycap design, GB date (really soon)
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Post by: summerqm on Wed, 21 April 2021, 21:23:57
And it would be super helpful to post color swatch blocks next to the RAL colors so I can see all the colors next to each other on the same page (instead of searching for them individually and put 6 tabs next to each other).
For the kitting images -- while the aesthetic may take a hit, I would really appreciate if the key sizes can be included for non-1u keys <3
Also on that note -- do both base kits include 2 2u shift keys? It seems a bit unconventional to me (I kinda get it for the camo set since it is different color, but not sure if that many keyboards need 2 2u shifts).
Look forward to GB date/pricing updates!
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 22 April 2021, 07:46:21
I think it would be nice if the IC post can be clean up a bit to remove older renders and post the new renders -- between the much darker keys in the old renders (which was a very attractive look for radio silence set, but that what it actually is), the new render, the kitting images, and the render on the desk mat, I would be surprised if I am the only one who is confused about what the actual coloring would be.First off: I appreciate you for calling this out.
And it would be super helpful to post color swatch blocks next to the RAL colors so I can see all the colors next to each other on the same page (instead of searching for them individually and put 6 tabs next to each other).
For the kitting images -- while the aesthetic may take a hit, I would really appreciate if the key sizes can be included for non-1u keys <3
Also on that note -- do both base kits include 2 2u shift keys? It seems a bit unconventional to me (I kinda get it for the camo set since it is different color, but not sure if that many keyboards need 2 2u shifts).
Look forward to GB date/pricing updates!
I’ve been working behind the scenes on GB announcement prep, and a lot of cool (Camo-related) things also popped up which I’m all getting ready. I’ll clean up the IC though, you are correct that it looks a bit outdated. Kit renders etc was all planned for the GB thread, but I might as well add them here too. Hopefully have time for that before the end of the week.
Low key announcement: GB will take place June 1-July 1. More news soon!
Post by: mvkb on Tue, 27 April 2021, 07:03:39
ePBT Camo will be available from June 1 until July 1 (vendors in IC post). Will be announcing pricing mid-May since I'm still waiting on a couple of vendors to send me their prices, but it's an affordable set.
Post by: summerqm on Tue, 27 April 2021, 10:37:50
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Post by: ectoplasmatic on Tue, 27 April 2021, 11:13:59
Post by: MadduckUK on Tue, 27 April 2021, 11:32:21
Post by: mvkb on Tue, 27 April 2021, 11:47:43
Is there a 1.5u shift? The rendered Evolv keyboard has 1.5u shift but the kits don't seem to have any.Good catch, that’s an oversight. You’d be able to use one of the bottom-row 1.5u mods for it though
Post by: mvkb on Wed, 28 April 2021, 18:02:34
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Post by: phinix on Wed, 05 May 2021, 15:25:03
How long will it take to manufacture?
Post by: mvkb on Fri, 07 May 2021, 04:40:00
When can we expect these to ship?
How long will it take to manufacture?
The keycaps or artisans?
Keycaps are tricky to say right now since ePBT is overhauling part of their manufacturing process specifically for reverse dyesub. They're close to done, and the wait for this set after GB might not be long at all, but it's just impossible to tell right now. Will keep this thread updated as I find out more 🙂
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 13 May 2021, 05:34:11
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This will be available through most vendors while the group buy is open.
I'll be back soon with more news (pricing!)...
Post by: phinix on Thu, 13 May 2021, 15:32:25
When can we expect these to ship?
How long will it take to manufacture?
The keycaps or artisans?
Keycaps are tricky to say right now since ePBT is overhauling part of their manufacturing process specifically for reverse dyesub. They're close to done, and the wait for this set after GB might not be long at all, but it's just impossible to tell right now. Will keep this thread updated as I find out more 🙂
I meant caps.
I understand you cannot tell as its hard to say what happens with manufacturer, but maybe roughly, would it be like 12 months, or closer to maybe 4-5 months?
Post by: _PixelNinja on Thu, 13 May 2021, 16:00:59
Some quick updates:
- Proud to announce we're bringing ePBT Camo to Latin America thanks to the lovely crew over at Latamkeys (https://www.latamkeys.com) (they only recently launched their shop).
- New MVKB website (https://mvkb.com) went live, including a dedicated page for Camo (https://mvkb.com/camo/) with a boatload of new (more realistic) renders.
- Deskmat samples have been delivered, and they look great! Final product will have transparent edges. White pen added because I couldn't get the light in my office neutral.
- More news soon: Salvun keycap design, GB date (really soon)
(Attachment Link)
Nice Mark One :D
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 13 May 2021, 16:56:22
I meant caps.
I understand you cannot tell as its hard to say what happens with manufacturer, but maybe roughly, would it be like 12 months, or closer to maybe 4-5 months?
I’ve asked again, will reply here when I hear anything back.
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 13 May 2021, 16:57:10
Nice Mark One :DI like my pens like I like my keyboards!
Post by: killchain on Thu, 13 May 2021, 17:52:13
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 13 May 2021, 17:54:01
Excuse the ignorance, but what keycap profile is that?
Cherry, produced by EnjoyPBT.
Post by: mvkb on Thu, 13 May 2021, 19:39:02
I meant caps.
I understand you cannot tell as its hard to say what happens with manufacturer, but maybe roughly, would it be like 12 months, or closer to maybe 4-5 months?
Just heard back: The caps should ship from the factory end of Q1 2022 the latest.
Post by: switchnollie on Fri, 14 May 2021, 00:11:48
Cool concept though goodluck with the set :thumb:
Post by: MIGHTY CHICKEN on Fri, 14 May 2021, 01:00:19
Sorry to voice a nitpicky observation, but is anyone else concerned about the stacking of the lightest color at F6, F7, 7, and 8?Think will be fine, even on ortho boards, I think it will still have a stagger and will have a good look
Post by: brunosan_. on Mon, 17 May 2021, 22:46:47
Post by: mvkb on Tue, 18 May 2021, 04:44:35
Here's pricing for all the kits, deskmats, artisans, wrist rest, and KBDfans D60lite for all vendors. More details about the D60lite soon, cables TBC.
SO. CLOSE.
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Post by: mvkb on Tue, 18 May 2021, 17:41:53
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Post by: mvkb on Thu, 20 May 2021, 17:49:07
This wrist rest is already for sale on Digital Carpentry's website (https://digital-carpentry.com/products/epbt-camo-wrist-rest) and should ship within a couple of weeks.
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Post by: mvkb on Thu, 27 May 2021, 06:06:09
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Post by: mvkb on Mon, 31 May 2021, 02:36:49
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Post by: mvkb on Tue, 01 June 2021, 10:30:59
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=113140
Post by: gh_pp on Mon, 14 June 2021, 11:14:24
are the 1u 1.25u 1.75u 2u 2.25u 2.75u spaces , are they all convex (like 6.25u spacebar) or they are concave (like shift keys)?
thank you
Post by: mvkb on Mon, 14 June 2021, 12:49:25
For the short spacebars
are the 1u 1.25u 1.75u 2u 2.25u 2.75u spaces , are they all convex (like 6.25u spacebar) or they are concave (like shift keys)?
thank you
They're all convex.
Post by: AshF on Wed, 30 June 2021, 07:47:28
Post by: ClerklyTexas on Sat, 30 July 2022, 18:37:39
Post by: irithyll on Sat, 30 July 2022, 18:46:42
I was referred here from the KBDFans Discord when I was trying to figure out the color of the D60 Camo case. The majority of the newest (to appear) images on the KBDfans page show a very dark case. It doesn't seem to correspond with any of the RAL colors used in the keycap set. There are a couple of older images on the D60 page that do seem matched to the keycaps. I'm guessing they're renders. Can someone assure me that the D60 case is, in fact, color matched to the RAL colors in the keycaps? I know that renders use lighting that can affect the hues and values of the items in the render—I'm not sure that's the issue. See attached:
I remember MVKB received a sample of the D60 lite case a couple months ago around December and posted photos of it comparing it to his RAL colors in his discord. If you're curious, you can check on his discord and see those photos.
Post by: ClerklyTexas on Sat, 30 July 2022, 18:53:17
Post by: mvkb on Mon, 01 August 2022, 03:03:50
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Post by: nonuser on Fri, 05 August 2022, 22:54:05
Post by: Cylent on Fri, 05 August 2022, 22:54:55
Where is the keycap at? I only see a blank render :)) :)) :)) :)) (you get it because the set is called camo and when something is camouflage you cannot see it, kinda like the invisibility cloak from harry potter. I see a blank render because the set is camouflage with the render background :)) :)) :)) :)) ) GLWIC :thumb: :thumb:
The GB already ran...