Octagon V2 75% Kustom Keyboard Group Buy (Closed for Orders)

[nickheller]

Just want to clarify - I was the 14th to submit the form, am I allowed to change the options?

If you have any changes, just PM me.

I was told 2 months estimated time of shipping, but that was what I was told for Orion, so just FYI.

I'll post a public sheet soon for everyone to see their orders.

[xondat]

Just want to clarify - I was the 14th to submit the form, am I allowed to change the options?

If you have any changes, just PM me.

I was told 2 months estimated time of shipping, but that was what I was told for Orion, so just FYI.

I'll post a public sheet soon for everyone to see their orders.

Merci

[alienman82]

removed.

[SaySo]

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[64rky]

are the duck feet only silver alu?  or could I get black ones?

This is a darn good point!  I also didn't realise initially that the flat bottom comes with feet,  lol!!  Might remove the duck feet from my order if they don't come in the blue...

[alienman82]

removed.

[c4103]

I'm in!  This will be my first custom and I'm super excited.  I guess I'm probably late to the party and it will take a while, but whatever.  That gives me more time to decide on switch choice and layout.

You have time to get on Zealios R2

When is that happening?

[xondat]

I'm in!  This will be my first custom and I'm super excited.  I guess I'm probably late to the party and it will take a while, but whatever.  That gives me more time to decide on switch choice and layout.

You have time to get on Zealios R2

When is that happening?

Sale is up any time soon.

[roostrc0gburn]

I'm in!  This will be my first custom and I'm super excited.  I guess I'm probably late to the party and it will take a while, but whatever.  That gives me more time to decide on switch choice and layout.

You have time to get on Zealios R2

When is that happening?

Sale is up any time soon.

yussssssss. perfect timing

[ika]

In!  I still haven't built my Lightsaver v2, or my Octogon v1.  I might need to sell these

But what if you just end up not building your Octagon v2?

I have considered selling my v1, but I love the little "Octagon" nameplate too much. It'll be nice to compare the feels between the case-mounted PCB of the v1 versus the top bezel-mounted PCB of the v2 as well.

The v1 is just a solid hunk of aluminum, which is awesome in itself. There is as much charm over its simplicity as there is over the v2's complexity.

The fact the Octagon v1 was the first RGB duck board, too, is something I find awesome.

Ah that's what's missing! I knew the pictures looked somehow "wrong" but couldn't put my finger on what it was missing. The badge!

[beltet]

Is there any possibility that late comers(?) will have a shot on this now? I made a order but not sure what place I came in. The doc haven't been updated yet. Somewhere around 75 I guess.

Or is it going to be like the first version 30+30?

[E3E]

Is there any possibility that late comers(?) will have a shot on this now? I made a order but not sure what place I came in. The doc haven't been updated yet. Somewhere around 75 I guess.

Or is it going to be like the first version 30+30?

I will be so upset if my order at #67 won't be able to be fulfilled.

Especially since I had gotten here early, but couldn't make up my mind at first. I guess we'll have to wait and see.

In!  I still haven't built my Lightsaver v2, or my Octogon v1.  I might need to sell these

But what if you just end up not building your Octagon v2?

I have considered selling my v1, but I love the little "Octagon" nameplate too much. It'll be nice to compare the feels between the case-mounted PCB of the v1 versus the top bezel-mounted PCB of the v2 as well.

The v1 is just a solid hunk of aluminum, which is awesome in itself. There is as much charm over its simplicity as there is over the v2's complexity.

The fact the Octagon v1 was the first RGB duck board, too, is something I find awesome.

Ah that's what's missing! I knew the pictures looked somehow "wrong" but couldn't put my finger on what it was missing. The badge!

Yep, I certainly think the badge was an iconic part of the original. Though it did look best with the stickers and not without. I layered mine with brass foil tape to really make the "OCTAGON" lettering pop and shine along with the rest of the gold accents in the board, hehe.

[Steezus]

Is there any possibility that late comers(?) will have a shot on this now? I made a order but not sure what place I came in. The doc haven't been updated yet. Somewhere around 75 I guess.

Or is it going to be like the first version 30+30?

I will be so upset if my order at #67 won't be able to be fulfilled.

Especially since I had gotten here early, but couldn't make up my mind at first. I guess we'll have to wait and see.

There was 60 made of the Orion v2 for geekhack. Not sure whether that was all the interest or if 60 was the cut off point, best of luck.

[elton5354]

The Duck Feet's are going to be available only in anodized silver.

Orders will be fulfilled by 40+40+...

[64rky]

The Duck Feet's are going to be available only in anodized silver.

Orders will be fulfilled by 40+40+...

40+... I AM IN, WOOO HOOOO

[Steezus]

The Duck Feet's are going to be available only in anodized silver.

Orders will be fulfilled by 40+40+...

40+... I AM IN, WOOO HOOOO

Much congrats, that helps out a lot of people now.

[FranksNewLiver]

The Duck Feet's are going to be available only in anodized silver.

Orders will be fulfilled by 40+40+...

woot, 38.

Crap, my luck was wasted when I could have been winning powerball.

[Steezus]

The Duck Feet's are going to be available only in anodized silver.

Orders will be fulfilled by 40+40+...

woot, 38.

Crap, my luck was wasted when I could have been winning powerball.

Then you could've bought all the Octagons!

[beltet]

The Duck Feet's are going to be available only in anodized silver.

Orders will be fulfilled by 40+40+...

OMG! That is really great news! Now I just need the funds  ....

[c4103]

Where are you guys seeing the number you got?

[64rky]

Where are you guys seeing the number you got?

Link to Google doc on OP

[E3E]

Is there any possibility that late comers(?) will have a shot on this now? I made a order but not sure what place I came in. The doc haven't been updated yet. Somewhere around 75 I guess.

Or is it going to be like the first version 30+30?

I will be so upset if my order at #67 won't be able to be fulfilled.

Especially since I had gotten here early, but couldn't make up my mind at first. I guess we'll have to wait and see.

There was 60 made of the Orion v2 for geekhack. Not sure whether that was all the interest or if 60 was the cut off point, best of luck.

I'm happy as a cucumber, I think. I mean, I think that's what people say.

Aww yeah! I'm gonna have the silver and grey aluminum Octagon v2 as the main setup and I'm going to use the Duck feet for the carbon fiber case I plan on buying for my second Alps Eagle.

Half tempted to add the acrylic flat bottom, but I think I will be happy with just one.

[Steezus]

Is there any possibility that late comers(?) will have a shot on this now? I made a order but not sure what place I came in. The doc haven't been updated yet. Somewhere around 75 I guess.

Or is it going to be like the first version 30+30?

I will be so upset if my order at #67 won't be able to be fulfilled.

Especially since I had gotten here early, but couldn't make up my mind at first. I guess we'll have to wait and see.

There was 60 made of the Orion v2 for geekhack. Not sure whether that was all the interest or if 60 was the cut off point, best of luck.

I'm happy as a cucumber, I think. I mean, I think that's what people say.

Aww yeah! I'm gonna have the silver and grey aluminum Octagon v2 as the main setup and I'm going to use the Duck feet for the carbon fiber case I plan on buying for my second Alps Eagle.

Half tempted to add the acrylic flat bottom, but I think I will be happy with just one.

I'm happy to see that you got in, it would've been a damn shame if you missed the cut-off.

That sounds like a lovely Octagon v2, the duck feet for you Alps Eagle will be great as well. I really need to get myself an Alps Eagle board, it seems like a lot of work though.

I personally am sad that I missed out on the flat acrylic bottom, it looks so much better than what anybody expected for the Orion v2. For $22 I'd so go for it.

[mrboovn]

Having an aluminum bottom as my main option,also with a duck feet.So should i get a Acrylic bottom or flat acrylic bottom with chrome feet as the extra bottom? and what is the difference between chrome feet and duck feet ? or they are one? Thanks

[E3E]

Having an aluminum bottom as my main option,also with a duck feet.So should i get a Acrylic bottom or flat acrylic bottom with chrome feet as the extra bottom? and what is the difference between chrome feet and duck feet ? or they are one? Thanks

The Duck feet are intended for use with the flat acrylic bottom as a more elegant option as opposed to the normal conical feet. That's all, really. They aren't meant to go on the other bottom housings.

[Steezus]

Having an aluminum bottom as my main option,also with a duck feet.So should i get a Acrylic bottom or flat acrylic bottom with chrome feet as the extra bottom? and what is the difference between chrome feet and duck feet ? or they are one? Thanks

The Duck feet are intended for use with the flat acrylic bottom as a more elegant option as opposed to the normal conical feet. That's all, really. They aren't meant to go on the other bottom housings.

Agreed, the angled acrylic bottom will have soft rubber pads on the bottom. Adding feet to that would increase the typing angle an insane amount.

[romevi]

Having an aluminum bottom as my main option,also with a duck feet.So should i get a Acrylic bottom or flat acrylic bottom with chrome feet as the extra bottom? and what is the difference between chrome feet and duck feet ? or they are one? Thanks

The Duck feet are intended for use with the flat acrylic bottom as a more elegant option as opposed to the normal conical feet. That's all, really. They aren't meant to go on the other bottom housings.

Adding feet to that would increase the typing angle an insane amount.

Would love to try this, if just for kicks and giggles.

[xondat]

Having an aluminum bottom as my main option,also with a duck feet.So should i get a Acrylic bottom or flat acrylic bottom with chrome feet as the extra bottom? and what is the difference between chrome feet and duck feet ? or they are one? Thanks

The Duck feet are intended for use with the flat acrylic bottom as a more elegant option as opposed to the normal conical feet. That's all, really. They aren't meant to go on the other bottom housings.

Adding feet to that would increase the typing angle an insane amount.

Would love to try this, if just for kicks and giggles.

20 degree angle 

[romevi]

Having an aluminum bottom as my main option,also with a duck feet.So should i get a Acrylic bottom or flat acrylic bottom with chrome feet as the extra bottom? and what is the difference between chrome feet and duck feet ? or they are one? Thanks

The Duck feet are intended for use with the flat acrylic bottom as a more elegant option as opposed to the normal conical feet. That's all, really. They aren't meant to go on the other bottom housings.

Adding feet to that would increase the typing angle an insane amount.

Would love to try this, if just for kicks and giggles.

20 degree angle 

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[64rky]

Weird question, but does anyone know if the Orion V2 bottom would fit on the Octagon V2?

[Steezus]

Weird question, but does anyone know if the Orion V2 bottom would fit on the Octagon V2?

The dimensions of the board is different, therefore it wouldn't it fit.

[popkorn62]

Hopefully this will arrive before I have to move

[Steezus]

Hopefully this will arrive before I have to move

When might that be? This GB will most likely take several months.

[popkorn62]

Hopefully this will arrive before I have to move

When might that be? This GB will most likely take several months.

As long as it happens before August I'll be fine

[Steezus]

Hopefully this will arrive before I have to move

When might that be? This GB will most likely take several months.

As long as it happens before August I'll be fine

Being in the first round you should be fine then.

[metalliqaz]

Nice board.

[omgar]

Are acrylic inserts available for the aluminum bottom?

[ccc24]

Can anyone explain the difference in feel between the 2 plates? I currently have the aluminum as I assume a softer metal will sound less pingy.

And can anyone with a blue grey case and hyperfuse set show me what they look like together? Deciding on which color will look best with hyperfuse.

[duckness]

Can anyone explain the difference in feel between the 2 plates? I currently have the aluminum as I assume a softer metal will sound less pingy.

See:

Jokes aside, a steel plate will be heavier, more rigid, and louder (in that vibrations travel much more easily through steel). Aluminum is lighter, softer, flexier, but dampens vibrations better. Steel plates are notorious for "pinging", where you hear the "sproing" of the spring after an upstroke. I've never had that issue with an alu or plastic plate.

I picked aluminium as I find the stainless steel ones easier to scratch. The aluminium ones have a sandblasted finish while the steel ones have a brushed finish. I hope this helps!

i'll let those with personal knowledge of differences weigh in, as I can only comment based on what i've read --
but apparently:

tactile switches --> aluminum plate
linear switches --> steel plate 

the reason I see the most pop up is that the rigidity of metals play a role in how it feels (e.g., how much flex you get if you bottom out) and there was some mention of how sounds resonate 

  no clue though, it may be so minor that one may hardly notice

someone guide us! 

KetckhyKech you basically got the right idea. However I can guarantee you that the board itself will already weight a ton so opting for a steel plate just for the added weight isn't really a good idea.

A steel plate has the least amount of flex to it, which is what you want for linear switches to have a fluid motion of each key press without any additional "feedback".

An aluminum plate gives a slight bit of flex to it, which is good for tactile switches to help make the tactility more pronounced. Aluminum tends to give the best sound in terms of tactile switches.

An acrylic plate gives a fair bit of flex, it is best in terms of tactility and also my favorite. I have an acrylic plate with 65g Purple Zealios for my Orion v2 and the typing experience is heavenly. The sound is very muted though with the acrylic plate but another benefit is the even distribution of backlight.

[tkpresent]

Just ordered.
Hope it's still available...

[Steezus]

Just ordered.
Hope it's still available...

If nobody else did then you should be #80, the last one for the second batch. There is a chance that there could be a third batch but I'm assuming it would have to be another 40 orders for that to happen.

[romevi]

Just ordered.
Hope it's still available...

There is a chance that there could be a third batch but I'm assuming it would have to be another 40 orders for that to happen.

I would like this very much. Turns out I may be able to join, and I'd rather submit my own unique request than have to ask anybody to take over theirs.

[asgeirtj]

I reckon not every one ordered will pay their invoice so some people who are back in the list could get into the first batch I'd think

[romevi]

I reckon not every one ordered will pay their invoice so some people who are back in the list could get into the first batch I'd think

Would those people be able to modify their orders when they get bumped up? I'd imagine so...

[merlin64]

So glad that I'm in. But my wallet isn't. This + the last round of Granite on Massdrop is gonna be expensive.

[Steezus]

So glad that I'm in. But my wallet isn't. This + the last round of Granite on Massdrop is gonna be expensive.

Just skip out on a few meals, keyboards are more important anyways.

[ccc24]

anyone have any opinions on which case color would look best with the hyperfuse set? Blue-Grey or silver?

[64rky]

anyone have any opinions on which case color would look best with the hyperfuse set? Blue-Grey or silver?

Blue grey is pretty neutral, but the blue grey is awesome,  I have it in the Orion 

[breitling]

So glad that I'm in. But my wallet isn't. This + the last round of Granite on Massdrop is gonna be expensive.

Just skip out on a few meals, keyboards are more important anyways.

^This. I've been on a ramen diet since I started buying keyboards.

[romevi]

anyone have any opinions on which case color would look best with the hyperfuse set? Blue-Grey or silver?

Blue grey is pretty neutral, but the blue grey is awesome,  I have it in the Orion 

If I were to join this I'd definitely get the blue/gray. It looks amazing.