Author Topic: [IC] The TK78, a custom 78 Key 60% + numpad keyboard (Read 78943 times)

Lobosmoose · « **Reply #200 on:** Mon, 21 December 2015, 03:12:20 »

Not sure if it's already been mentioned or its to late in production to change, but why not get rid of the gap in-between the numpad and the modifiers? Might be something to do with the PCB design having restrictions but that gap is a deal breaker for me.

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #201 on:** Sun, 10 January 2016, 20:45:13 »

It's been a little while since there's been any update here? Care to let us know where this project currently is? I'd love to get my hands on a new projects board soon and I'm hoping that this'll be it.

w00zie · « **Reply #202 on:** Mon, 11 January 2016, 20:05:06 »

This would be the perfect work keyboard. Bring this back to life

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #203 on:** Mon, 11 January 2016, 21:36:20 »

Quote from: w00zie on Mon, 11 January 2016, 20:05:06

This would be the perfect work keyboard. Bring this back to life

I agree. Perfect work *from home* board

skullydazed · « **Reply #204 on:** Tue, 12 January 2016, 19:23:32 »

Quote from: UsualSuspectXXX on Sun, 10 January 2016, 20:45:13

It's been a little while since there's been any update here? Care to let us know where this project currently is? I'd love to get my hands on a new projects board soon and I'm hoping that this'll be it.

I just received the latest batch of prototypes from the assembly house. I had to correct a couple small problems that may have been the assembler not looking closely enough or may have been silkscreens that were too confusing (I will be making them more clear for the next revision in either case) but otherwise these boards are looking pretty good. I've got 5 in hand and will be sending 3 of them to doodersbrothers for testing and validation.

w00zie · « **Reply #205 on:** Tue, 12 January 2016, 19:35:10 »

Quote from: skullydazed on Tue, 12 January 2016, 19:23:32

Quote from: UsualSuspectXXX on Sun, 10 January 2016, 20:45:13
It's been a little while since there's been any update here? Care to let us know where this project currently is? I'd love to get my hands on a new projects board soon and I'm hoping that this'll be it.

I just received the latest batch of prototypes from the assembly house. I had to correct a couple small problems that may have been the assembler not looking closely enough or may have been silkscreens that were too confusing (I will be making them more clear for the next revision in either case) but otherwise these boards are looking pretty good. I've got 5 in hand and will be sending 3 of them to doodersbrothers for testing and validation.

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Thanks for taking this project on. I will (try to) patiently wait for this. :)

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #206 on:** Tue, 12 January 2016, 19:41:11 »

Quote from: skullydazed on Tue, 12 January 2016, 19:23:32

Quote from: UsualSuspectXXX on Sun, 10 January 2016, 20:45:13
It's been a little while since there's been any update here? Care to let us know where this project currently is? I'd love to get my hands on a new projects board soon and I'm hoping that this'll be it.

I just received the latest batch of prototypes from the assembly house. I had to correct a couple small problems that may have been the assembler not looking closely enough or may have been silkscreens that were too confusing (I will be making them more clear for the next revision in either case) but otherwise these boards are looking pretty good. I've got 5 in hand and will be sending 3 of them to doodersbrothers for testing and validation.

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Wonderful! Great to see some forward motion here! Thanks for the update.

mogo · « **Reply #207 on:** Tue, 12 January 2016, 20:37:23 »

Yeah! It's hard to be patient but we appreciate updates like this.

punkpc · « **Reply #208 on:** Tue, 02 February 2016, 11:41:51 »

This project is looking great! Can't wait!

alexjd99 · « **Reply #209 on:** Thu, 04 February 2016, 22:44:43 »

So since it looks like the PCB will support it, the plate will support some alt options like 1u+1u backspace and 1.75u+1u shift?

Brammm87 · « **Reply #210 on:** Fri, 05 February 2016, 01:35:04 »

Oh man, only saw this now. This tickles my fancy! I do love me a compact keyboard, but I miss my numpad.

nguyenkimtam · « **Reply #211 on:** Fri, 05 February 2016, 11:57:31 »

Great layout

TurtleHat · « **Reply #212 on:** Tue, 09 February 2016, 14:47:11 »

I'm definitely interested in getting myself one of these. I look forward to seeing more developments.

nevaenuf · « **Reply #213 on:** Thu, 03 March 2016, 19:30:31 »

i really want one. If there's a list to be added to, please add me!

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #214 on:** Sun, 06 March 2016, 20:52:09 »

Any update here? Still waiting patiently.

THSdrummer · « **Reply #215 on:** Tue, 15 March 2016, 18:16:43 »

Hey,

I know I'm checking in off and on, but I really don't want to miss this. I'd like to get a work keyboard by the time I start in June/July, so hoping this is taking off sometime soon-ish. Either way, I'd still like to jump on board. I might be able to write the occasion off to be a RGB Pok3r, but I could really use a numpad.

I can imagine it's been hard work locking everything down and testing it. I greatly appreciate the hard work. Just hoping to hear some sort of update

doodersbrother · « **Reply #216 on:** Wed, 16 March 2016, 13:22:08 »

At this point I believe that we are only waiting on the final case prototype to show up

Group buy should hopefully launch pretty quick after everything is completely finalized.

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #217 on:** Wed, 16 March 2016, 15:09:55 »

Quote from: doodersbrother on Wed, 16 March 2016, 13:22:08

At this point I believe that we are only waiting on the final case prototype to show up Group buy should hopefully launch pretty quick after everything is completely finalized.

Fantastic!

Atredl · « **Reply #218 on:** Fri, 18 March 2016, 00:48:42 »

Hopefully this buy happens soon

I'd also like to express my interest for a turquoise case/plate option. I need a turquoise keyboard in my life.

doodersbrother · « **Reply #219 on:** Tue, 29 March 2016, 23:09:57 »

Update time! The case prototype has come in, everything fits and the board is ready to go. Here is a link to pictures of the prototype https://imgur.com/a/wHExd. The group buy should be launching soon

alexjd99 · « **Reply #220 on:** Tue, 29 March 2016, 23:10:58 »

Quote from: doodersbrother on Tue, 29 March 2016, 23:09:57

Update time! The case prototype has come in, everything fits and the board is ready to go. Here is a link to pictures of the prototype https://imgur.com/a/wHExd. The group buy should be launching soon

Hype! I already picked up some Zeals for this build. Can't wait for it!

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #221 on:** Wed, 30 March 2016, 06:14:38 »

Awwyeaa, this is looking good!

mogo · « **Reply #222 on:** Wed, 30 March 2016, 11:14:53 »

OfTheWild · « **Reply #223 on:** Thu, 31 March 2016, 16:30:17 »

cant wait for this board... so much perfect contained in such a small package.

Willyc277 · « **Reply #224 on:** Thu, 31 March 2016, 20:55:53 »

Damn, that case looks FLAWLESS for a prototype! Very very impressed!

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #225 on:** Fri, 01 April 2016, 22:47:16 »

So, do we know what the color options are going to be yet? Or is this still undecided?

mogo · « **Reply #226 on:** Tue, 19 April 2016, 09:07:31 »

Woke up and saw this kit on Massdrop, Sentrak TK78. Comparing the pictures with doodersbrother's album https://imgur.com/a/wHExd this appears to be the their kit. And I'm a bit miffed that I have to buy the whole kit when I already have switches, caps, LEDs, and even a custom case design in the works. :/

joey · « **Reply #227 on:** Tue, 19 April 2016, 09:09:24 »

You might be able to grab one of the prototype PCBs..

mogo · « **Reply #228 on:** Tue, 19 April 2016, 09:15:21 »

I would love that, but skully and dood mentioned problems in some of their boards. As long as they aren't functional problems, I'd put down some cash...

LeandreN · « **Reply #229 on:** Tue, 19 April 2016, 09:16:30 »

Woo, finally live. I'll probably pick a set up. Black case, purple plate and Gateron blues?

THSdrummer · « **Reply #230 on:** Tue, 19 April 2016, 11:05:15 »

Awww, no MX clear switch options? Anyway to opt out of any switches then? I was really thinking about going with Zealios and making it my dream board.

Still, plan on picking it up. My start date at my work is June 27th for orientation, 28th for the office. Hope to have it all by then!

Also, can we see colors? I like the sounds of cyan, but just want to make sure we're on the same wavelength as to how it looks.

Saiph · « **Reply #231 on:** Tue, 19 April 2016, 11:13:34 »

Quote from: THSdrummer on Tue, 19 April 2016, 11:05:15

Awww, no MX clear switch options? Anyway to opt out of any switches then? I was really thinking about going with Zealios and making it my dream board.

Still, plan on picking it up. My start date at my work is June 27th for orientation, 28th for the office. Hope to have it all by then!

Also, can we see colors? I like the sounds of cyan, but just want to make sure we're on the same wavelength as to how it looks.

The post on reddit mentioned that they'll add an option to opt out of switches and keycaps. https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/4fhl16/gb_tk78_mechanical_keyboard_kit_now_available/d28u3hs

mogo · « **Reply #232 on:** Tue, 19 April 2016, 11:48:12 »

Thank the lawd. Fingers crossed for opting out of the case as well <_<

alexjd99 · « **Reply #233 on:** Tue, 19 April 2016, 17:29:29 »

This is pretty disappointing, no option for just PCB plate and case? I got zeal switches for this buy already and have more than enough caps for it.

I was pretty hyped for this, but now I'm not really feelin it

EDIT: ITT I learn to read the rest of the thread before getting my pitchfork

THSdrummer · « **Reply #234 on:** Tue, 19 April 2016, 18:33:01 »

Quote from: Saiph on Tue, 19 April 2016, 11:13:34

Quote from: THSdrummer on Tue, 19 April 2016, 11:05:15
Awww, no MX clear switch options? Anyway to opt out of any switches then? I was really thinking about going with Zealios and making it my dream board.

Still, plan on picking it up. My start date at my work is June 27th for orientation, 28th for the office. Hope to have it all by then!

Also, can we see colors? I like the sounds of cyan, but just want to make sure we're on the same wavelength as to how it looks.

The post on reddit mentioned that they'll add an option to opt out of switches and keycaps. https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/4fhl16/gb_tk78_mechanical_keyboard_kit_now_available/d28u3hs

You da best. It's been a while since I've wandered onto /r/MK. I randomly check here every few weeks for any updates on this. Glad I checked when I did

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #235 on:** Tue, 19 April 2016, 22:30:37 »

Quote from: Saiph on Tue, 19 April 2016, 11:13:34

Quote from: THSdrummer on Tue, 19 April 2016, 11:05:15
Awww, no MX clear switch options? Anyway to opt out of any switches then? I was really thinking about going with Zealios and making it my dream board.

Still, plan on picking it up. My start date at my work is June 27th for orientation, 28th for the office. Hope to have it all by then!

Also, can we see colors? I like the sounds of cyan, but just want to make sure we're on the same wavelength as to how it looks.

The post on reddit mentioned that they'll add an option to opt out of switches and keycaps. https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/4fhl16/gb_tk78_mechanical_keyboard_kit_now_available/d28u3hs

Thanks for the link. As soon as I can drop keycaps and possibly leds I'm in!

alexjd99 · « **Reply #236 on:** Wed, 20 April 2016, 22:23:25 »

So if for whatever reason this drop doesn't reach MOQ on MD, will it be run independently? I'm going to be joining the drop in a day or two, but I'll be pretty bummed if it doesn't reach MOQ and isn't run independently

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #237 on:** Wed, 20 April 2016, 22:26:07 »

Quote from: alexjd99 on Wed, 20 April 2016, 22:23:25

So if for whatever reason this drop doesn't reach MOQ on MD, will it be run independently? I'm going to be joining the drop in a day or two, but I'll be pretty bummed if it doesn't reach MOQ and isn't run independently

From what I saw over on reddit it seems like a bunch of people are waiting until they allow you to not purchase keycaps, switches, and leds. But yea, I've been waiting for this for a while, so I too will be pretty bummed if this doesn't drop.

kawasaki161 · « **Reply #238 on:** Thu, 21 April 2016, 06:24:49 »

Will this board still be available somewhere after the drop ends? Or maybe another drop around the same time Zealios round 3 will be

?
I really want one, but can't really afford one right now. Especially with customs fees the price will be brutal for me.

Saiph · « **Reply #239 on:** Thu, 21 April 2016, 09:19:22 »

The barebone kit option(no keycaps, switches, or leds) is up now. You only save $30 from choosing it though.

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #240 on:** Thu, 21 April 2016, 09:40:36 »

Quote from: Saiph on Thu, 21 April 2016, 09:19:22

The barebone kit option(no keycaps, switches, or leds) is up now. You only save $30 from choosing it though.

Honestly I'm kinda disappointed with the barebones option. The only thing I don't want is the keycaps. But it doesn't makes sense to source my own switches just to pass on the keycaps.

Saiph · « **Reply #241 on:** Thu, 21 April 2016, 10:23:41 »

Quote from: UsualSuspectXXX on Thu, 21 April 2016, 09:40:36

Quote from: Saiph on Thu, 21 April 2016, 09:19:22
The barebone kit option(no keycaps, switches, or leds) is up now. You only save $30 from choosing it though.

Honestly I'm kinda disappointed with the barebones option. The only thing I don't want is the keycaps. But it doesn't makes sense to source my own switches just to pass on the keycaps.

Ya, as long as they have your switch type it would be much more expensive to opt into the barebone kit just to avoid the keycaps.

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #242 on:** Thu, 21 April 2016, 10:50:06 »

Quote from: Saiph on Thu, 21 April 2016, 10:23:41

Quote from: UsualSuspectXXX on Thu, 21 April 2016, 09:40:36
Quote from: Saiph on Thu, 21 April 2016, 09:19:22
The barebone kit option(no keycaps, switches, or leds) is up now. You only save $30 from choosing it though.

Honestly I'm kinda disappointed with the barebones option. The only thing I don't want is the keycaps. But it doesn't makes sense to source my own switches just to pass on the keycaps.
Ya, as long as they have your switch type it would be much more expensive to opt into the barebone kit just to avoid the keycaps.

Yea I know. That's what annoyes me about it. I know I'm paying for keycaps that I'll never use.

mogo · « **Reply #243 on:** Thu, 21 April 2016, 17:08:08 »

So, for the case and PCB, it's still $218.24 after tax. Yeezus. This is why I just wanted the PCB. Though, looking at how little the switches, caps, and LEDs reduced it I wonder if the PCB alone would come into range of what I can afford. This is a bummer, but I still really love this project, this board form factor, and I want to support the makers. I'll be fighting back and forth for the duration of this drop on whether to put down 220 clams for a PCB...

alexjd99 · « **Reply #244 on:** Thu, 21 April 2016, 17:13:20 »

Quote from: mogo on Thu, 21 April 2016, 17:08:08

So, for the case and PCB, it's still $218.24 after tax. Yeezus. This is why I just wanted the PCB. Though, looking at how little the switches, caps, and LEDs reduced it I wonder if the PCB alone would come into range of what I can afford. This is a bummer, but I still really love this project, this board form factor, and I want to support the makers. I'll be fighting back and forth for the duration of this drop on whether to put down 220 clams for a PCB...

220 is a pretty hefty price tag, especially since MD also charges $16 for taxes. I think it may be better to just wait for Duck's trinity gb whenever that's going to happen. Very similar layout, and you get a much heftier build for around the same price.

mogo · « **Reply #245 on:** Thu, 21 April 2016, 19:08:39 »

~~Do you have a link to that?~~
nvm i remembered I know how to use the search function.

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #246 on:** Thu, 21 April 2016, 19:26:12 »

Quote from: alexjd99 on Thu, 21 April 2016, 17:13:20

Quote from: mogo on Thu, 21 April 2016, 17:08:08
So, for the case and PCB, it's still $218.24 after tax. Yeezus. This is why I just wanted the PCB. Though, looking at how little the switches, caps, and LEDs reduced it I wonder if the PCB alone would come into range of what I can afford. This is a bummer, but I still really love this project, this board form factor, and I want to support the makers. I'll be fighting back and forth for the duration of this drop on whether to put down 220 clams for a PCB...

220 is a pretty hefty price tag, especially since MD also charges $16 for taxes. I think it may be better to just wait for Duck's trinity gb whenever that's going to happen. Very similar layout, and you get a much heftier build for around the same price.

Yea, it kind of sucks living in one of the two states that they have warehouses in.

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #247 on:** Tue, 26 April 2016, 22:19:56 »

Do we know what's going to happen when the MD doesn't go through? I really want this board!

alexjd99 · « **Reply #248 on:** Tue, 26 April 2016, 22:33:29 »

Quote from: UsualSuspectXXX on Tue, 26 April 2016, 22:19:56

Do we know what's going to happen when the MD doesn't go through? I really want this board!

I have no idea. I'm hoping it will go through, but it's looking pretty bleak right about now. I was really hyped for this when it finally dropped, but when I found out it was on massdrop I was less than happy (since they charge ridiculous markups and gb fees, and most of Massdrop's buyers probably aren't the kind to pay for expensive customs).

I would think after all the work that was put into this it would be run no matter what, but that's just my guess.

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #249 on:** Tue, 26 April 2016, 22:37:19 »

Quote from: alexjd99 on Tue, 26 April 2016, 22:33:29

Quote from: UsualSuspectXXX on Tue, 26 April 2016, 22:19:56
Do we know what's going to happen when the MD doesn't go through? I really want this board!

I have no idea. I'm hoping it will go through, but it's looking pretty bleak right about now. I was really hyped for this when it finally dropped, but when I found out it was on massdrop I was less than happy (since they charge ridiculous markups and gb fees, and most of Massdrop's buyers probably aren't the kind to pay for expensive customs).

I would think after all the work that was put into this it would be run no matter what, but that's just my guess.

I tend to agree with you on that. I always like ordering through MD because I continue to have positive experiences with them. However, you're definitely right about paying the premium for it, and having to pay tax (depending on what state you're in). If it doesn't drop, I really hope that it runs independently as I've been waiting for this board for quite a while.

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Author Topic: [IC] The TK78, a custom 78 Key 60% + numpad keyboard (Read 78943 times)