[IC] 7V - 75% Keyboard (GB Live!)

[gok_nz]

How do I get in on this group buy? I'm a total noob... not sure how this all works.

Right now it's still in Interest Check. Once everything has been tweaked and finalized, it will go into the Group Buy phase where you can join in.

Typically once that happens, this thread will be updated and a new thread will be created in the Group Buys and Preorders forum with the details.

Just keep an eye on this thread and gok's Instagram (https://instagram.com/gok101/) for updates.

Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk

will we be notified when this thread is updated?

Yes, whenever there is a major update, it will go in the update log as well as the subject title and I will make a post saying what the update is about.

[pchoi]

Are there any plans to release this in a polycarb or acrylic version?? And if not, are you planning on making the files to the pieces public in the future? Thanks!! Looks amazing btw

[gok_nz]

Are there any plans to release this in a polycarb or acrylic version?? And if not, are you planning on making the files to the pieces public in the future? Thanks!! Looks amazing btw

No plans for polycarbonate or acrylic versions. The only parts that I'd consider releasing are the plates and the logo.

[pchoi]

Are there any plans to release this in a polycarb or acrylic version?? And if not, are you planning on making the files to the pieces public in the future? Thanks!! Looks amazing btw

No plans for polycarbonate or acrylic versions. The only parts that I'd consider releasing are the plates and the logo.

Geeeeez well hopefully you change your mind on the poly/acrylic!! That would be beautiful and definitely unique above all

[roguesystem087]

do we have an ETA on this yet?

[NeroGrave]

Idk if its asked before, but have you ever considered for alu or brass plates?

[gok_nz]

Idk if its asked before, but have you ever considered for alu or brass plates?

I've considered aluminium but not brass because that is way too stiff. I've got aluminium plates but I like the sound of polycarbonate more.

[xantiema]

Idk if its asked before, but have you ever considered for alu or brass plates?

I've considered aluminium but not brass because that is way too stiff. I've got aluminium plates but I like the sound of polycarbonate more.

Would you consider offering them, regardless of stiffness? I think that is one point of a keyboard people differ a ton in preference 

[noorejji]

Idk if its asked before, but have you ever considered for alu or brass plates?

I've considered aluminium but not brass because that is way too stiff. I've got aluminium plates but I like the sound of polycarbonate more.

Would you consider offering them, regardless of stiffness? I think that is one point of a keyboard people differ a ton in preference 

+1
It would be nice to at least have this option. Alu plate imo makes a keyboard sound more shrill and tinny, so I would much rather want to try brass. I don't really understand this stiffness argument. If stiffness is bad then why not half-plate or no plate, or an even thinner plate? Are we looking to strike a perfect balance, relative to what? I understand that this is made according to the creator's personal preferences, but this isn't a 15 board raffle sale - this is an unlimited run that potentially could land in hundreds of hands.

I don't mean to come off as an entitled prick, but why should I drop $400 or more on something which I assume caters to a minority? The easy answer is of course that no one is forcing me to buy it, but it would be interesting to hear some arguments. By all means maybe PC plate is the way to go and I just haven't seen the light.

[Solotov]

That's why he will release the plate file and everyone can make their own plate with whatever material they like.

[Wilba]

More to the point, people should just let a keyboard designer design their keyboard to meet the aesthetics, sound and feel that they prefer. That should apply regardless of whether it's a 15 board raffle sale or an unlimited group buy.

Furthermore, this case construction is unique, so asserting that brass would sound/feel better than any other material is pure conjecture.

[noorejji]

(...) people should just let a keyboard designer design their keyboard to meet the aesthetics, sound and feel that they prefer.

Such a statement seems a bit counter-intuitive to the nature of interest checks, depending on how absolute you are. I get it, cater to the masses and it's generic. Cater to yourself and it's niche. At the end of the day people vote with their money.

Furthermore, this case construction is unique, so asserting that brass would sound/feel better than any other material is pure conjecture.

If I did assert such a thing then obviously it's conjecture. I have no clue, that's why I'm asking. Every case is unique to some degree, yet some offer a multitude of options. However, reading through the conversation again leads me to believe that there are some technical issues rather than aesthetic, that leads the author to dismiss brass. So I'll leave it at that, and carry on looking forward to future updates.

[walie]

(...) people should just let a keyboard designer design their keyboard to meet the aesthetics, sound and feel that they prefer.

Such a statement seems a bit counter-intuitive to the nature of interest checks, depending on how absolute you are. I get it, cater to the masses and it's generic. Cater to yourself and it's niche. At the end of the day people vote with their money.

Furthermore, this case construction is unique, so asserting that brass would sound/feel better than any other material is pure conjecture.

If I did assert such a thing then obviously it's conjecture. I have no clue, that's why I'm asking. Every case is unique to some degree, yet some offer a multitude of options. However, reading through the conversation again leads me to believe that there are some technical issues rather than aesthetic, that leads the author to dismiss brass. So I'll leave it at that, and carry on looking forward to future updates.

You kinda come off as an entitled prick right now.

[Brammm87]

Heck, I'd much rather prefer a groupbuy with as little options as possible, than one where everyone gets their personal preference fullfilled. Much less variables for **** to go wrong.

That said, I do hope the white color happens, I've still got SA By The Sea waiting to go on a white keeb and this would be perfect.

[PikaJoyce]

Heck, I'd much rather prefer a groupbuy with as little options as possible, than one where everyone gets their personal preference fullfilled. Much less variables for **** to go wrong.

That said, I do hope the white color happens, I've still got SA By The Sea waiting to go on a white keeb and this would be perfect.

This. I’m trusting Gok to pick the best for himself and I’m sure that regardless of what his decisions may be, I’d enjoy it.

[Fadhlanrh]

im eyeing on this

[BouncyChillups]

Beautiful!

[noorejji]

On the subject of color: I'm really hoping for blue-gray. It goes so well with beige keysets, and not a lot of options as far as I've seen on the market.

[RoosterTM]

Is there a Discord server by chance?

[pchoi]

If I were to purchase a GMK keycap set for this board, would the base kit suffice? Or would I need to add on any extra caps? I'm asking due to the unique layout of the board. Thanks!

[itsmartin]

If I were to purchase a GMK keycap set for this board, would the base kit suffice? Or would I need to add on any extra caps? I'm asking due to the unique layout of the board. Thanks!

That would depend on the keys in the base kit.

In general I wouldn't think you'd have an issue. Its mainly just the right shift you'd want to watch for and make sure you've got the bottom row layout that you need.

[Popopro]

If I were to purchase a GMK keycap set for this board, would the base kit suffice? Or would I need to add on any extra caps? I'm asking due to the unique layout of the board. Thanks!

Yes even the most basic GMK kits will cover this layout.

[Sam_Kim]

Most defs will be following along on this one.

[gok_nz]

Vendors have been announced. Info updated in the main post.

[Hell-es]

Mykeyboard wooohooo thanks for european proxy 

[Robosculpts]

White 7V with GMK Bushido will be gorgeous! Can't wait for this board

[Hell-es]

Still strugglng with color decision ... want a white 75 board ... but the blue looks also stunning ...

If i knew i would get a white Dawn ... 

... life is hard sometimes 

[Capsy]

Do we have an estimate as to when this will go live?

[gok_nz]

Do we have an estimate as to when this will go live?

It depends on whether I am happy with the new prototype or not so I'd prefer not to say at this stage.

[pcire]

Vendors have been announced. Info updated in the main post.

NK? That's awesome! Can't wait!

[steezkeez]

E-WHITE 

[lush_bunny]

Vendors have been announced. Info updated in the main post.

Noice

[Brammm87]

Have colors been confirmed yet? Or is that still up for change as well? I'd love this in e-white.

[leexy]

where are Deskeys based out of?

[gok_nz]

where are Deskeys based out of?

China

[Evo_Spec]

Vendors have been announced. Info updated in the main post.

So freaking excited, I was just debating whether or not to jump on the E8.5 instead.
Any ETA when the GB will start? late Dec? Early Jan? Next week? lol

[wreckonize]

Been a member for over 5 years, and this is my first post. That's how excited I am about this board.

edit: Oh, I do have another post! So it's my 2nd .

[gok_nz]

Vendors have been announced. Info updated in the main post.

So freaking excited, I was just debating whether or not to jump on the E8.5 instead.
Any ETA when the GB will start? late Dec? Early Jan? Next week? lol

I'd estimate it to be Q1 2020 but it's dependant on whether I'm happy with the new prototype or not.

[Popopro]

Vendors have been announced. Info updated in the main post.

So freaking excited, I was just debating whether or not to jump on the E8.5 instead.
Any ETA when the GB will start? late Dec? Early Jan? Next week? lol

I'd estimate it to be Q1 2020 but it's dependant on whether I'm happy with the new prototype or not.

The later this starts, the more I can justify getting this along with the E8.5. Will still prob join this anyway lol

[vi0till]

Vendors have been announced. Info updated in the main post.

So freaking excited, I was just debating whether or not to jump on the E8.5 instead.
Any ETA when the GB will start? late Dec? Early Jan? Next week? lol

I'd estimate it to be Q1 2020 but it's dependant on whether I'm happy with the new prototype or not.

Unlimited as per previous update? Q1 is good timing for me.

Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

[OmniSzron]

Thanks for providing an EU proxy. Now the only barrier for me is choosing which goddamn colour I want.

[d00deitsnik]

Vendors have been announced. Info updated in the main post.

So freaking excited, I was just debating whether or not to jump on the E8.5 instead.
Any ETA when the GB will start? late Dec? Early Jan? Next week? lol

I'd estimate it to be Q1 2020 but it's dependant on whether I'm happy with the new prototype or not.

The later this starts, the more I can justify getting this along with the E8.5. Will still prob join this anyway lol

You should do it! I'm low key an enabler. But I'm hoping to get in on this as well! It's so aesthetically pleasing.

[tenny]

I'm so hyped for this board I can hardly wait!! Any news on the e-white? I'm not sure if render requests are still available, but if so would it be possible to get GMK Mizu on e-white, as well as GMK moondust on black?

[enome]

not sure if this was asked/answered before but can you run this plateless (just the leaf spring pcb)?

also what are the leaf spring tabs sitting on?

[jedidood]

Would there be a limit on how many a person can purchase?

Can't believe the finish line is in sight for the GB

[badboy731]

not sure if this was asked/answered before but can you run this plateless (just the leaf spring pcb)?

also what are the leaf spring tabs sitting on?

Totally down if this could be used plateless. Gimmie that flex

[enome]

not sure if this was asked/answered before but can you run this plateless (just the leaf spring pcb)?

also what are the leaf spring tabs sitting on?

Totally down if this could be used plateless. Gimmie that flex

yea i was pursuing to design a plateless leafspring pcb on poron gaskets for a bit then kinda just scrapped the idea but the very idea gets me NUTTT

[OmniSzron]

I'm not the designer, but since the mounting plate isn't actually attached to anything but the PCB, then I believe this should be extremely easy to run plateless.

[pchoi]

Have there been any further confirmations on colors that will be available? Any gold? Grey/dark grey?

[badboy731]

not sure if this was asked/answered before but can you run this plateless (just the leaf spring pcb)?

also what are the leaf spring tabs sitting on?

Totally down if this could be used plateless. Gimmie that flex

yea i was pursuing to design a plateless leafspring pcb on poron gaskets for a bit then kinda just scrapped the idea but the very idea gets me NUTTT

Don’t tease me like this. Gimmie