[GB] Gina: A Highly Versatile Macro-Numpad - GB Start 16 June!

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KeebCats proudly introduces...
The Gina Macro-Numpad by KeebCats

A multi-layout, highly versatile Macro-Numpad

Gina was designed by KeebCats in collaboration with James AKB & Cutie Club, and boasts multiple layouts designed to suit 60% and 65% keyboard form factors.


Official Product Page: https://kbcats.co/gina



A prototype of rev. 2.
All images in this post are of actual prototypes and are not renders unless specified.





Layout options for Gina





More Images of Gina: https://kbcats.co/GinaGallery/


The story behind Gina

"My goal was to create a numpad that could sit perfectly next to my 60%/65% boards while maintaining full functionality. So I reached out to James AKB in 2022 to help make it happen.

James AKB suggested we add the option to flip the numpad's PCB, allowing for regular & southpaw layouts, right-hand & left-hand macro columns and an ortho-linear layout. This was made possible with the help of Cutie Club, who moved the MCU onto the daughterboard, allowing the main PCB to flip and be soldered on either side.

To keep costs low, we used a simple sandwich mount style and added relief cuts to slightly dampen the sound and add some softness to the pad. After many revisions, we're incredibly proud to present Gina. Named after my adorable cat who loves small spaces and makes awkward but cute eye contact." - NorrittMTG, KeebCats Co-Founder

The real Gina in all her glory - the inspiration behind the Macro-Numpad




Features

- Versatile Macro-Numpad: This board is designed to be used both as a numpad and macropad
- Unique Soldered PCB design as it can be flipped using a daughterboard; it does not require reflashing if you decide to flip it
- Hotswap PCB Options with Numlock LED(Fixed Standard or fixed Southpaw)
- Compatible with VIA/QMK
- CNC Full Aluminium Body
- Sandwich mounting with flex cuts
- Plate options: Aluminium (with flex cuts), Black POM (no flex cuts), Black POM (with flex cuts), Woven CF (with flex cuts)
- Compatible with 1.6mm stabilisers: TX Stabs, Durock, GMK etc.
- Option for solderable LED (this will not come with the board) in both standard and southpaw NumLock keys





Specifications

- Layout: Standard, Southpaw, Ortholinear Standard, Ortholinear Southpaw
- Weight: 480g~ fully built with Aluminium Plate
- Height: 7 Degrees Typing Angle, 19mm front height, 32mm back height
- Dimensions - 111mm x 111mm (Length x Height)
- Confirmed Colours: E-White, E-Black, Anodized Silver/Grey, E-Pink, Anodized Green
- Pricing:
                    USD  SGD   EUR  GBP
Soldered      |135 | 196 | 149 | 129 |
HS left/right |139 | 202 | 154 | 134 |






Vendors



SpaceCables: US & Canada
iLumKB: SEA
KeebCats: UK, EU & Global


MOQ

150 including Extras

Timeline

- Group Buy begins: June 16 2023 @ 6pm BST (1pm EST)
- Group Buy ends: July 16 2023
- Shipping: Estimated 3-6 months after GB end, dependent on order volume


Content Creators

Make sure to check out some of our Gina Content Creators!

Content Creators

Make sure to check out some of our Gina Content Creators!

Streams

Alexotos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3cfL-KCve18&t=815s
Xinxinwong: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1856147264
TimKeyLess: https://www.twitch.tv/timkeyless
Beaniekeys: https://www.instagram.com/p/CuFCI0DvLGv/
Xanniard: https://www.twitch.tv/xanniard
Youtube

Charotypes: https://www.instagram.com/p/CuHxP6xrEBh/
Social Media

Milkyy.tofu: https://www.instagram.com/p/CuXGcYtgLgN/
Mmay.keebs: https://www.instagram.com/mmay.keebs/
Sampakpak: https://www.instagram.com/p/CuKj60rRyEf/


Alexotos 60 Second Review

Videos of Gina

Important Links

Gina Build Guide
Gina Firmware (JSON & Hex)


Get in touch

Discord: https://kbcats.co/KeebCatsDiscord
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keebcats


Special thanks to

James AKB: https://alchemistkeyboards.com
Cutie Club: https://cutieclub.cc
roscats: https://roscats.carrd.co/

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