Is the lumpy anodize texture what we're to expect on the Topre RealForce TKL keyboard?
Nice to see this going live. Great job, norbauer. Really impressive work.
Questions?
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Is the buy page on the Roddenberry site supposed to link to this thread?
And with over a third of the MOQ met in the first few hours, I'd be surprised if this doesn't make it to production.
Awesome keys. Shipping seems pretty expensive, though. :eek:
I'm constitutionally a pessimist. I find myself incapable of believing something good can happen until it has. :confused:
Awesome keys. Shipping seems pretty expensive, though. :eek:
Interesting. I don't have anything to do with that; I just sent them the weight and dimensions and it's calculated automatically. Maybe there is an error in their data though. What cost are you seeing, and to what destination?
Awesome keys. Shipping seems pretty expensive, though. :eek:
Interesting. I don't have anything to do with that; I just sent them the weight and dimensions and it's calculated automatically. Maybe there is an error in their data though. What cost are you seeing, and to what destination?
I mean the First Class is doable, but... I tried two locations via Paypal, one in Utah and one in the UK. Both were the same prices.
USPS First Class Package International -- 7 to 21 business days -- $ 23.88
USPS Priority Mail International -- 6 to 10 business days -- $ 52.61
USPS Priority Mail Express International -- 3 to 5 business days -- $ 65.91
UPS Worldwide Expedited -- $ 169.41
I saw your reply to my mentioning the gray numpad icons. But did you realize part of the legends in the previews are also gray instead of black?
Nav Lock is black, but Div, Mult, Sub, Sum, Cal, Origin, and Point are gray. Just confused me for a second thinking that those were grayed out and part of some other kit.
I'll buy as soon as the next paycheck hits the bank. :thumb: :thumb:
I'm constitutionally a pessimist. I find myself incapable of believing something good can happen until it has. :confused:
A pessimist is but an experienced optimist.
Awesome keys. Shipping seems pretty expensive, though. :eek:
Interesting. I don't have anything to do with that; I just sent them the weight and dimensions and it's calculated automatically. Maybe there is an error in their data though. What cost are you seeing, and to what destination?
I mean the First Class is doable, but... I tried two locations via Paypal, one in Utah and one in the UK. Both were the same prices.
USPS First Class Package International -- 7 to 21 business days -- $ 23.88
USPS Priority Mail International -- 6 to 10 business days -- $ 52.61
USPS Priority Mail Express International -- 3 to 5 business days -- $ 65.91
UPS Worldwide Expedited -- $ 169.41
I just tried to check out and my USPS Priority price to a USA address is $9.13.
Those international prices seem right to me. Maybe when you had the address in Utah in place you were still set to a foreign country?
Awesome keys. Shipping seems pretty expensive, though. :eek:
Interesting. I don't have anything to do with that; I just sent them the weight and dimensions and it's calculated automatically. Maybe there is an error in their data though. What cost are you seeing, and to what destination?
I mean the First Class is doable, but... I tried two locations via Paypal, one in Utah and one in the UK. Both were the same prices.
USPS First Class Package International -- 7 to 21 business days -- $ 23.88
USPS Priority Mail International -- 6 to 10 business days -- $ 52.61
USPS Priority Mail Express International -- 3 to 5 business days -- $ 65.91
UPS Worldwide Expedited -- $ 169.41
I just tried to check out and my USPS Priority price to a USA address is $9.13.
Those international prices seem right to me. Maybe when you had the address in Utah in place you were still set to a foreign country?
Yep, sorry. Paypal was not updating correctly. :-[
Purchased, glad to have the opportunity to get in on this, thought id never see it again after the last drop. On a side note, thank god its not going thru massdrop seems like they are having some serious issues lately.
Ordered! Your group buys are always a pleasure. ;D
Congrats on getting featured on tested! I'm a big fan of both your work and Tested so that seeing that video in my sub box was a fun surprise.
Thanks for making this a reality!
A quick question on pricing.
Adding either Number Pad or Alternates raises price by $40
But adding Number Pad and Alternates raises price by $90
No big deal, just weird.
Thanks for making this a reality!
A quick question on pricing.
Adding either Number Pad or Alternates raises price by $40
But adding Number Pad and Alternates raises price by $90
No big deal, just weird.
I think it's because they were originally going for 99$ core and had to bump it to 109$ to keep from losing money; but they were probably making enough off the add-ons that they weren't concerned with raising their prices. So originally, it would have been a 50$ bump either way (100$ for both). You're right though, it does seem kind of weird now.
Thanks for making this a reality!
A quick question on pricing.
Adding either Number Pad or Alternates raises price by $40
But adding Number Pad and Alternates raises price by $90
No big deal, just weird.
I think it's because they were originally going for 99$ core and had to bump it to 109$ to keep from losing money; but they were probably making enough off the add-ons that they weren't concerned with raising their prices. So originally, it would have been a 50$ bump either way (100$ for both). You're right though, it does seem kind of weird now.
Oh, yes, I think that's what happened. We were less worried about losing money on the other sets, so we just left those prices where they were.
We're currently the featured product. :))Show Image(https://cdn.norbauer.com/webshares/galaxy-class-r3/shop.png)
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Congratz !
It seemed to me that the MasterKeys S PBT version did not fit exactly in your custom box (it was too large).
Did you adapt the dimensions of the latter compared to R1-2.5 ?
I thought that the masterkeys S PBT version doesn't fit exactly in your custom case. You modified
I asked them when the mock-up will be updated and I’ll edit this post if they reply.
I asked them when the mock-up will be updated and I’ll edit this post if they reply.
I'll likely get around to it at some point, but in the meantime all 2.5 of you Dvorak/Colemak users out there can just use your imaginations and trust that you'll get your smooth-as-a-baby's-bottom F and J keys. ;P
Will that case fit a WASDkeyboard TKL? :D
Will that case fit a WASDkeyboard TKL? :D
Will that case fit a WASDkeyboard TKL? :D
I actually reached out to them to see if they wanted to partner with me to supply keyboards for this (in which case I would design a customer aluminum case to fit their plate), but they never got back to me. I haven't seen inside a WASD before, but chances are very low of it happening by chance to fit a case designed for a random Cooler Master plate (which itself happens to be different from all other CM plates I've seen). Sorry about that.
I asked them when the mock-up will be updated and I’ll edit this post if they reply.
I'll likely get around to it at some point, but in the meantime all 2.5 of you Dvorak/Colemak users out there can just use your imaginations and trust that you'll get your smooth-as-a-baby's-bottom F and J keys. ;P
I have a hard time trusting what I cannot see :). I’m too skeptical to take the word of an unnamed support employee, but now that it’s corroborated by you, I feel more optimistic. I and 1.5 others thank you!
I asked them when the mock-up will be updated and I’ll edit this post if they reply.
I'll likely get around to it at some point, but in the meantime all 2.5 of you Dvorak/Colemak users out there can just use your imaginations and trust that you'll get your smooth-as-a-baby's-bottom F and J keys. ;P
I have a hard time trusting what I cannot see :). I’m too skeptical to take the word of an unnamed support employee, but now that it’s corroborated by you, I feel more optimistic. I and 1.5 others thank you!
ICYMI this the keys without homing bumps in the Alt set are updated now (https://shop.roddenberry.com/products/galaxy-class-keyset) on the Rodd.com.
PS: 10 days left, and nearly 200% funded. :cool:
I asked them when the mock-up will be updated and I’ll edit this post if they reply.
I'll likely get around to it at some point, but in the meantime all 2.5 of you Dvorak/Colemak users out there can just use your imaginations and trust that you'll get your smooth-as-a-baby's-bottom F and J keys. ;P
I have a hard time trusting what I cannot see :). I’m too skeptical to take the word of an unnamed support employee, but now that it’s corroborated by you, I feel more optimistic. I and 1.5 others thank you!
ICYMI this the keys without homing bumps in the Alt set are updated now (https://shop.roddenberry.com/products/galaxy-class-keyset) on the Rodd.com.
PS: 10 days left, and nearly 200% funded. :cool:
In case you overlooked it, the F and J are shown in the 'Core + Alternates + Numpad' image, but not the 'Core + Alternates' image (https://i.imgur.com/Yq7dQOJ.png).
I asked them when the mock-up will be updated and I’ll edit this post if they reply.
I'll likely get around to it at some point, but in the meantime all 2.5 of you Dvorak/Colemak users out there can just use your imaginations and trust that you'll get your smooth-as-a-baby's-bottom F and J keys. ;P
I have a hard time trusting what I cannot see :). I’m too skeptical to take the word of an unnamed support employee, but now that it’s corroborated by you, I feel more optimistic. I and 1.5 others thank you!
ICYMI this the keys without homing bumps in the Alt set are updated now (https://shop.roddenberry.com/products/galaxy-class-keyset) on the Rodd.com.
PS: 10 days left, and nearly 200% funded. :cool:
Just a quick note to say that there are only 4 days left. Happily, we've more than doubled the MOQ.
For whatever it's worth: this is extremely likely to be the last time this set is ever produced, so if Galaxy Class is something you were planning on ever wanting, please join now or forever hold your peace. :p
Just a quick note to say that there are only 4 days left. Happily, we've more than doubled the MOQ.
For whatever it's worth: this is extremely likely to be the last time this set is ever produced, so if Galaxy Class is something you were planning on ever wanting, please join now or forever hold your peace. :p
Thank you for seeing this through and getting it officially licensed! I'm very excited to get this set!
Thanks for the email reminder. I had the tab open in my browser but forgot about it. Got my artisan order in!
Ends tonight midnight PST.
Ends tonight midnight PST.
Order page says it ends at 9:57 PM PST (which is a rather strange time IMO), rather than midnight. I'd suggest not waiting until the 11th hour to get in.
Also, I'm sure my heart's gonna break that I can't afford to get Core, Numpad and the artisan all at once. :( Think I'm gonna go for Core only and call it a day.
man I wish I wasn't poor...
man I wish I wasn't poor...
Nice avatar. :D
Thanks again so much everybody. The GB has ended and I'll start working today with Roddenberry to place the orders with all the various vendors. Unfortunately, the lead time from Signature Plastics is very long these days, but I'm confident it'll be worth the wait. :)
Thanks again so much everybody. The GB has ended and I'll start working today with Roddenberry to place the orders with all the various vendors. Unfortunately, the lead time from Signature Plastics is very long these days, but I'm confident it'll be worth the wait. :)
DSA lead times were 12 weeks last I heard, has it gone up?
Thanks again so much everybody. The GB has ended and I'll start working today with Roddenberry to place the orders with all the various vendors. Unfortunately, the lead time from Signature Plastics is very long these days, but I'm confident it'll be worth the wait. :)
DSA lead times were 12 weeks last I heard, has it gone up?
Yes, I think it was 16+ weeks, and that was explicitly just an estimate; they weren’t willing to commit to any specific timeline.
I'll start working today with Roddenberry to place the orders with all the various vendors.
I'll start working today with Roddenberry to place the orders with all the various vendors.
Is this why I haven't seen the money come out of any of my accounts? I paid through my PayPal but all my linked accounts are still the same. :confused: I'd hate to miss out on this because of some PayPal glitch. I have receipts from PayPal and Roddenberry Shop, but I've seen no movement of funds and it's worrying me.
Minimum Order Quantity is 150. If 150 pre-orders aren’t received by the close of the pre-order period, no keysets will be produced and all orders will be refunded.
I'll start working today with Roddenberry to place the orders with all the various vendors.
Is this why I haven't seen the money come out of any of my accounts? I paid through my PayPal but all my linked accounts are still the same. :confused: I'd hate to miss out on this because of some PayPal glitch. I have receipts from PayPal and Roddenberry Shop, but I've seen no movement of funds and it's worrying me.
I would email them about this. I was charged (and money moved) day 1; they also say:QuoteMinimum Order Quantity is 150. If 150 pre-orders aren’t received by the close of the pre-order period, no keysets will be produced and all orders will be refunded.
They wouldn't need to refund if people weren't charged.
They wouldn't need to refund if people weren't charged.
Alrighty, So I'm just about 3 weeks old into this hobby and was previously elated to have just today discovered this kap set, and am now saddened by the fact that I seemingly am unable to acquire it (may have shed a literal tear Q-Q).
Was this confirmed the last time it will be sold? Am I doomed to wander the continuum of the secondary market and hope for the best? Will I ever be able to type with the badassery of Worf?!
But seriously, I am so enamored with this set, I do hope they run it again, but I will most definitely acquire this set.
Alrighty, So I'm just about 3 weeks old into this hobby and was previously elated to have just today discovered this kap set, and am now saddened by the fact that I seemingly am unable to acquire it (may have shed a literal tear Q-Q).
Was this confirmed the last time it will be sold? Am I doomed to wander the continuum of the secondary market and hope for the best? Will I ever be able to type with the badassery of Worf?!
But seriously, I am so enamored with this set, I do hope they run it again, but I will most definitely acquire this set.
You could try emailing them to see if they could squeeze you in. I believe they are ordering a few extras.
https://shop.roddenberry.com/pages/contact
I'm happy to report that it looks like I'll be able to go up to Signature Plastics and film some footage of these being produced! I'll keep everyone posted as it gets nearer the time.
I'm happy to report that it looks like I'll be able to go up to Signature Plastics and film some footage of these being produced! I'll keep everyone posted as it gets nearer the time.
I'm happy to report that it looks like I'll be able to go up to Signature Plastics and film some footage of these being produced! I'll keep everyone posted as it gets nearer the time.
Superb! Any rough dates?
Thanks! So excited!
My pleasure. :)
Incidentally, I have no new date estimate, but I did get confirmation yesterday that SP received the PO and payment from Roddenberry some time ago and that they have already begun the molding process.
OMG sooo sad I missed this. Any chance of a rerun :-)
Thx!OMG sooo sad I missed this. Any chance of a rerun :-)
I think Roddenberry may have a few extras available in their shop this summer after the GB has shipped. Maybe sign up on their email list?
Incidentally, by way of an update: injection molding is nearly complete and dye sublimation and packaging manufacture both start soon.
Thanks for the update :)
Is the filming still happening or did it not work out in the end?
Thanks for the update :)
Is the filming still happening or did it not work out in the end?
It took a while to get scheduled, but I'll be up there filming on the 19th of this month! :)
Any updates? :)
I just got back from Signature Plastics where I filmed lots of awesome 4k footage of them finishing up the Galaxy Class run that I helped produce for Roddenberry.com. Those should ship from Roddenberry late spring, and I should have video up before then.
I'm surprised its taking this long. I remember DSA royal navy r2 was happening around the same time.
I'm surprised its taking this long. I remember DSA royal navy r2 was happening around the same time.
I believe that one is double-shot. As I recently observed in person, the dye sublimation process is incredibly painstaking compared to the way the double-shot machines spit out the pre-legended caps.
It'll take me a bit of time to edit the footage I shot into a video, but here is a quick preview in the form of a few photos I took while I was there.Show Image(https://cdn.norbauer.com/webshares/galaxy-class-r3/signature-plastics-galaxy-class%20(6%20of%206).jpg)Show Image(https://cdn.norbauer.com/webshares/galaxy-class-r3/signature-plastics-galaxy-class%20(5%20of%206).jpg)Show Image(https://cdn.norbauer.com/webshares/galaxy-class-r3/signature-plastics-galaxy-class%20(4%20of%206).jpg)Show Image(https://cdn.norbauer.com/webshares/galaxy-class-r3/signature-plastics-galaxy-class%20(3%20of%206).jpg)Show Image(https://cdn.norbauer.com/webshares/galaxy-class-r3/signature-plastics-galaxy-class%20(2%20of%206).jpg)Show Image(https://cdn.norbauer.com/webshares/galaxy-class-r3/signature-plastics-galaxy-class%20(1%20of%206).jpg)
All the keys have been molded and dye sublimation is still happening now. The last thing to be complete will likely be the boxes, which are currently being manufactured and then have to make their way to SP, so things are still several weeks out from shipping.
Thanks, Puddsy. :D
Incidentally, the legends on this round look amazing and crisp, which is particularly excellent given the fine details on the UFOP logo. They've recently tweaked their dyesub process yet again at SP and it's unlike anything I've seen on Galaxy Class in previous rounds, or any other set for that matter.
Thanks, Puddsy. :D
Incidentally, the legends on this round look amazing and crisp, which is particularly excellent given the fine details on the UFOP logo. They've recently tweaked their dyesub process yet again at SP and it's unlike anything I've seen on Galaxy Class in previous rounds, or any other set for that matter.
SP's dyesub has always been pretty good, so if they've made it even better that's ++
Any news on the artisan?
Here is the video (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/8cypw4/my_visit_to_the_signature_plastics_factory/) I shot at SP, which includes (toward the end) the dyesub process on the Galaxy Class sets. My favorite part is their custom robotic hold-down jig that prevents warping of the large modifier keys as they cool. :cool:
Incidentally, the packaging is slated to be completed and inspected this week, so SP should have the boxes with a week or two. Slowly but surely, we're nudging close to shipping day. :D
Here is the video (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/8cypw4/my_visit_to_the_signature_plastics_factory/) I shot at SP, which includes (toward the end) the dyesub process on the Galaxy Class sets. My favorite part is their custom robotic hold-down jig that prevents warping of the large modifier keys as they cool. :cool:
Incidentally, the packaging is slated to be completed and inspected this week, so SP should have the boxes with a week or two. Slowly but surely, we're nudging close to shipping day. :D
oh wow, really cool stuff
i like the part with the dyesub machine
Any updates please?
Any updates please?
I'm happy to report that I just spoke to Melissa earlier this morning and they're being placed into boxes at SP as I write this. Assuming Roddenberry's fulfillment center is able to turn things around quickly (and they usually are), this would mean shipping to participants perhaps late this week, or sometime next week.
The keysets have shipped from Signature Plastics and are on their way to the Roddenberry fulfillment center! :D
The keysets have shipped from Signature Plastics and are on their way to the Roddenberry fulfillment center! :D
Everything has arrived at Roddenberry now and is currently being counted and packed up for shipping. All sets should be shipped out by mid-week next week at the latest. :cool:Will there be extras going up for sale?
I got several sets myself, which arrived early, and they look amazing. Signature Plastics really outdid themselves this time. And I'm really happy with the fancy boxes. Can't wait for you guys to see them and to hear your feedback. :D
Will there be extras going up for sale?
Just got shipping notice! :thumb: :thumb: :thumb:
Just got mine in the mail today.
It's more beautiful than I ever could have hoped for.
I unboxed it at the office, and the reactions I got from coworkers were great and amusing.
Did anyone else not get a space bar? I got mine in the mail today and it all looks great, except where the spacebar should be in the box is just an empty slot.
Did anyone else not get a space bar? I got mine in the mail today and it all looks great, except where the spacebar should be in the box is just an empty slot.
Fortunately, I think this is just a one-off error at the factory—such errors are known to happen from time to time. Roddenberry will be contacting you tomorrow to arrange a replacement.
My Galaxy Class Norbatouch/Novatouch is finally complete.That is one sexy set and board!! Grats man, I have my fingers cross for extras and or round 2
Thanks Ryan!
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Just got my set in! It looks better in person, this is really gorgeous! I kinda wish I picked up 2 sets, one for display and one for use, it looks that good. Really nice job Ryan!
Any chance of other series themed sets like TOS or DS9? (DSA9 pretty much names itself :))
My Galaxy Class Norbatouch/Novatouch is finally complete.That is one sexy set and board!! Grats man, I have my fingers cross for extras and or round 2
Thanks Ryan!
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Just got my set in! It looks better in person, this is really gorgeous! I kinda wish I picked up 2 sets, one for display and one for use, it looks that good. Really nice job Ryan!
Any chance of other series themed sets like TOS or DS9? (DSA9 pretty much names itself :))
We were thinking of maybe doing a double-shot set next time with Klingon legends. :)
Well I guess I missed my chances twice :(, I did just recent started on the hobby though :) So I have my fingers crossed for round 3!!My Galaxy Class Norbatouch/Novatouch is finally complete.That is one sexy set and board!! Grats man, I have my fingers cross for extras and or round 2
Thanks Ryan!
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This *was* round 2. Round 1 was run via MassDrop.
Hells yes got a set... No artisan keys left tho :-(
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OMG u sir are my favorite person todayHells yes got a set... No artisan keys left tho :-(
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Artisan extras will be up in a week or so.
Hells yes got a set... No artisan keys left tho :-(
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Artisan extras will be up in a week or so.
Man those sold out quick. So glad I got my order in though! Can't wait to get it.It was too late by the time I have a chance to check my email :(
Love the set, can't wait to throw them on my Norbatouch this weekend, but something caught my eye once I looked at the second tray in the box...
Were the lighter colored legends on the numpad modifiers an oversight when making the graphic on the numpad numbers lighter for r2? Several of them are darker legends (0,00, SUM, and NAV LOCK), it is noticeable in the graphic on the site now that I know what I'm looking for after seeing them in person, just seemed like an odd design choice if it was done on purpose.
When?!?! Take my money. I would love that, if the colourway is nice ofc.Just got my set in! It looks better in person, this is really gorgeous! I kinda wish I picked up 2 sets, one for display and one for use, it looks that good. Really nice job Ryan!
Any chance of other series themed sets like TOS or DS9? (DSA9 pretty much names itself :))
We were thinking of maybe doing a double-shot set next time with Klingon legends. :)
I did not arrive in time for the extras, I read the mail later. :'(
KMK Labs.
I have a long waiting time all the way here to EU :(
I did not arrive in time for the extras, I read the mail later. :'(
KMK Labs.
I did not arrive in time for the extras, I read the mail later. :'(
KMK Labs.
Here is an extra I just noticed. https://shop.roddenberry.com/products/galaxy-class-keyset-1?variant=12351523586126
Hope you get there in time!
an Enterprise pizza cutter.
an Enterprise pizza cutter.
lol. I always wondered who bought those. ;)
an Enterprise pizza cutter.
lol. I always wondered who bought those. ;)
Weirdos like me. It's a pain to clean, but worth it.
I have a long waiting time all the way here to EU :(
I'm in the EU as well. Have you received a shipping update yet? I'm starting to become slightly anxious that I've not had one (now that people are actually receiving their sets)
I have a long waiting time all the way here to EU :(
I'm in the EU as well. Have you received a shipping update yet? I'm starting to become slightly anxious that I've not had one (now that people are actually receiving their sets)
I haven't received a shipping update, it's in the same status for a week now, waiting for shipping ...
I have a long waiting time all the way here to EU :(
I'm in the EU as well. Have you received a shipping update yet? I'm starting to become slightly anxious that I've not had one (now that people are actually receiving their sets)
I haven't received a shipping update, it's in the same status for a week now, waiting for shipping ...
What was the price on a full set? $199?
Just a head's-up, as of this post there are artisan Enterprise's up for sale at Roddenberry Shop https://shop.roddenberry.com/products/galaxy-class-keyset-1?variant=12418004287566
Just a head's-up, as of this post there are artisan Enterprise's up for sale at Roddenberry Shop https://shop.roddenberry.com/products/galaxy-class-keyset-1?variant=12418004287566
I believe that these are the 10-20 extras we had originally planned. They trailed the resin sets in being offered because we were waiting for the last batch of boxes for them.
Just a head's-up, as of this post there are artisan Enterprise's up for sale at Roddenberry Shop https://shop.roddenberry.com/products/galaxy-class-keyset-1?variant=12418004287566
I believe that these are the 10-20 extras we had originally planned. They trailed the resin sets in being offered because we were waiting for the last batch of boxes for them.
Well boys and girls, I did it. After all these years and all of these keyboards and all of these keycaps... I broke down and bought my first ever artisan. :thumb:
Just a head's-up, as of this post there are artisan Enterprise's up for sale at Roddenberry Shop https://shop.roddenberry.com/products/galaxy-class-keyset-1?variant=12418004287566
I believe that these are the 10-20 extras we had originally planned. They trailed the resin sets in being offered because we were waiting for the last batch of boxes for them.
Well boys and girls, I did it. After all these years and all of these keyboards and all of these keycaps... I broke down and bought my first ever artisan. :thumb:
Me too :thumb:
KMK Labs.