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Title: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: Emir on Sun, 21 July 2019, 13:03:02
-- GB THREAD - https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=102667 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=102667) --


(https://i.imgur.com/iPZyvEZ.png)


Renders

Outdoors feat. fireflies in various lighting:
(https://i.imgur.com/e4r8rdn.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/Hoq17y4.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/Ao4JrsU.png)

Indoors, sunlit office:
(https://i.imgur.com/o93b0jy.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/QNCHfCs.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/5oMOgmz.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/D6mEOZJ.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/88W6ZyA.png)



The kits - flat lighting

(https://i.imgur.com/sdROa8v.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/KNpHAKr.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/TjQ003g.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/UDsX3EW.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/3secTiP.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/Ha0ASlH.png)




Colors:
(https://i.imgur.com/oPF7g83.png)
For the colors I went with all RAL, and tried to keep it within the Plastics series.
As the plastics series is limited, I also ventured into the design series, but it won't pose a problem during the color matching process.

Comparison:
(https://i.imgur.com/iZGxYcg.png)
Top to bottom: Firefly, Metropolis, Nord, Dracula



Dates, vendors and pricing
Date: Projected to launch in October 2019

Vendors
EU: mykeyboard.eu
NA: Kono.store
Asia: iLuMKB
Oceania: Dailyclack

Pricing:
(https://i.imgur.com/bMdWgvW.png)
MOQ: 250



<3:
Max (CableCarDesigns) - Prophet and Cypher keyboards
Yuktsi (TGR) - Alice and 910 keyboards
Tesletron (GreenwaldDesigns) - Lumina keyboard
wixxzblu - Lynx keyboard
Otani - Supported me throughout the whole journey, from idea to IC
+Feedback from friends both in private and in public, you know who you are - thank you so much!

Special shoutouts to
Macsurfy - The INSANE renders, as well as being there from day 1 and assisting me with this in all aspects.

Emir's laboratory discord for following progress and discussing:
https://discord.gg/MwVTg2E


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Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Full on Sun, 21 July 2019, 13:06:01
I love it! :o
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Krelbit on Sun, 21 July 2019, 13:06:28
nice
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: DuellM on Sun, 21 July 2019, 13:18:39
I really like this, will there be a novelty set?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Xynerorias on Sun, 21 July 2019, 13:19:59
kebab man doing it again
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Macmutant on Sun, 21 July 2019, 13:21:54
Looking good! I'm interested
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Sun, 21 July 2019, 13:25:28
Love it. I'm sure plenty of discussion of kit design will follow, but this guy would be happy to have numpad and bars be combined.

Could we see a comparison between Firefly base and nautilus base blue? I think Firefly's a step darker?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Fabi on Sun, 21 July 2019, 13:26:47
Oh it's THAT kind of firefly. I was instantly thinking about the spaceship ;)
Looks good though.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: biothermal on Sun, 21 July 2019, 13:28:27
I'm just too excited about that beautiful comparison picture to actually notice the keyset itself  :eek:
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: EnjoyMyInSec on Sun, 21 July 2019, 13:46:14
these renders are the best ones i ever seen  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: vosechu on Sun, 21 July 2019, 14:19:45
Any chance of ortho support? Base is not too far off as it is.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Vireca on Sun, 21 July 2019, 14:29:19
Where are those bottom row icon mods? You dissapoint me :(

The set looks so cool
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: otanishock on Sun, 21 July 2019, 14:46:16
wew very hot mr. Emir
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: arrowM on Sun, 21 July 2019, 14:59:05
I really like the colors of this set! Count me interested
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: ReDsNoTDeAd on Sun, 21 July 2019, 15:17:20
Me likey. +1 for Firefly bug novelties
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: chriszhu on Sun, 21 July 2019, 15:21:39
Looks good!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: PvtSkittles on Sun, 21 July 2019, 15:38:41
Love the colorway. Altogether looks really nice. Can I ask the philosophy behind choosing which keys are "accented" with the purple text? I would have thought those were typically more Esc, Enter, Backspace, etc. I've never seen Tab chosen to be an accented key or only alt/code in the bottom right.

Just a thought: Alternating blue and purple text might look nice for F-row.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Emir on Sun, 21 July 2019, 15:40:49
Wow, thank you for the support everyone! It means a lot!  :eek:

A lot of questions regarding novelties, 40s, icon kits etc -
This is all within the realm of possibilities (novelties least likely, as I am not a fan of them). I am also considering a NorDeUK kit if there's enough interest.

I started small with just two kits with the base necesseties, since I wasn't sure of the reception. It could've been a flop and have barely any interest, so I didn't bother constructing more kits.
SO - if you want specific kits to be made, please voice it here in the thread, I am listening and open to your feedback!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Emir on Sun, 21 July 2019, 15:43:41
Love the colorway. Altogether looks really nice. Can I ask the philosophy behind choosing which keys are "accented" with the purple text? I would have thought those were typically more Esc, Enter, Backspace, etc. I've never seen Tab chosen to be an accented key or only alt/code in the bottom right.

Just a thought: Alternating blue and purple text might look nice for F-row.

The philosophy behind it is to accentuate keys without being "in your face" about it. It is a subtle change in hue, all the while adding character and charm to the set.
The reasoning behind these specific keys might seem random, but in my head it isn't (not so sure if others agree yet). Basically, I want to accent locations that will always be in use, while keeping some form of structure, all the while straying away from the "standard" positions - it left me with the two keys right of space as well as tab and caps. These positions have a nice asymmetrical symmetry, if that makes any sense. :D
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: PvtSkittles on Sun, 21 July 2019, 15:48:15
It's a neat idea and makes some sense now that you've explained it. I'm pretty new to the community and wasn't sure if I was missing something obvious hahahaha!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Cresc3nt on Sun, 21 July 2019, 16:03:34
It would be great to have a novelties kit with the firefly theme, since it's all kind of summer-y feeling. If there is more accents using that peach, light blue and purple colors, I would totally buy it :D as well. Great looking set overall.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: konstantin on Sun, 21 July 2019, 16:33:57
1800 compat (R1 Del, End, PgDn) should be moved to the numpad kit, extended 65% compat (R3 PgUp, R4 PgDn) should be added to the base. Alternate color options for `~ and 1.5u \| would be nice, but I get if that doesn't fit in with your vision for the colorway.

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Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Jaxxstatic on Sun, 21 July 2019, 17:44:39
I know it's not actually related to the set, but if novelties were based on the sci-fi show, I'd be in for novelties. Otherwise, no novelties is fine with me.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Abec13 on Sun, 21 July 2019, 18:07:30
Here I thought this was going to be related to The Last of Us. Ah well, nice colors regardless.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: asianfork on Sun, 21 July 2019, 18:33:28
Wow I really love the blue, hoping for more of these
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: vicissitude on Sun, 21 July 2019, 20:04:46
Interested.
Wish for more sparkle to shine this set.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: evorus5 on Sun, 21 July 2019, 20:56:00
I'd be interested in this but what keyboard is that with the 10key?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: jani80k on Mon, 22 July 2019, 00:45:41
Wow, that keyset looks second to none. Those renders look mighty fine, too!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: AlcoholEnthusiast on Mon, 22 July 2019, 00:51:07
Love the set.

I do not love spacebars + numpad being bunched together in the same kit.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: vheissu on Mon, 22 July 2019, 01:25:35
Please take my money cuz I'm in love.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: sever on Mon, 22 July 2019, 02:37:50
It would be great if you can add a Colevrak kit.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: konstantin on Mon, 22 July 2019, 05:21:59
I do not love spacebars + numpad being bunched together in the same kit.

I agree, I think it'd be better if the spacebars were included in the base kit. It's already pretty sparse, and there are keys that need to be moved from it to the numpad kit anyway (the 1800 compat I previously mentioned).

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Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: voxkey on Mon, 22 July 2019, 09:09:06
This looks great, Emir! Count me in.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Wilba on Mon, 22 July 2019, 09:32:42
ne rama cap avail?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: neutralstate on Mon, 22 July 2019, 10:58:06
The philosophy behind it is to accentuate keys without being "in your face" about it. It is a subtle change in hue, all the while adding character and charm to the set.
The reasoning behind these specific keys might seem random, but in my head it isn't (not so sure if others agree yet). Basically, I want to accent locations that will always be in use, while keeping some form of structure, all the while straying away from the "standard" positions - it left me with the two keys right of space as well as tab and caps. These positions have a nice asymmetrical symmetry, if that makes any sense. :D

noted your philosophy on the design, but i suspect it would also look really nice if all the mods had blue font and the purple was saved for more traditional accents (i.e. purple esc & enter keys)!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Emir on Mon, 22 July 2019, 11:24:27
1800 compat (R1 Del, End, PgDn) should be moved to the numpad kit, extended 65% compat (R3 PgUp, R4 PgDn) should be added to the base. Alternate color options for `~ and 1.5u \| would be nice, but I get if that doesn't fit in with your vision for the colorway.

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Good points, thank you! I will reconsider this.

I'd be interested in this but what keyboard is that with the 10key?

CableCarDesigns cypher!

As for novelties and artisans, I likely won't be adding any - sorry! I am personally not a fan, and by GMK Nines I learned that I can't deliver on something I have no interest in. It wouldn't turn out good.

NorDeUK, 40s and other kits are still a possibility down the line! If you want these, please voice it here (No google form for feedback as many entries are not serious, and many do not take time to fill it out properly).
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Azureshell on Mon, 22 July 2019, 11:59:17
I bet this colorway will look really nice in photos. Too bad about the novelties, I like fireflies and having a set with something with a summer nostalgia theme, like the bugs themselves or cute little lanterns or something would be a nice touch.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: iaman on Mon, 22 July 2019, 12:02:57
TIL there are fireflies that emit this sort of color. I've only ever seen (tons of) the ones that emit that kinda high-vis yellow/green light (which reminds me of the legends on GMK Night Runner). Neat!!!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: MacSurfy on Mon, 22 July 2019, 12:46:33
TIL there are fireflies that emit this sort of color. I've only ever seen (tons of) the ones that emit that kinda high-vis yellow/green light (which reminds me of the legends on GMK Night Runner). Neat!!!

Correct!

The green ones are the most common but colors range from yellow to green to red (and inbetween).
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: iaman on Mon, 22 July 2019, 13:02:27
TIL there are fireflies that emit this sort of color. I've only ever seen (tons of) the ones that emit that kinda high-vis yellow/green light (which reminds me of the legends on GMK Night Runner). Neat!!!

Correct!

The green ones are the most common but colors range from yellow to green to red (and inbetween).
That's so cool!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Emir on Mon, 22 July 2019, 16:59:41
TIL there are fireflies that emit this sort of color. I've only ever seen (tons of) the ones that emit that kinda high-vis yellow/green light (which reminds me of the legends on GMK Night Runner). Neat!!!

Correct!

The green ones are the most common but colors range from yellow to green to red (and inbetween).

 :eek:
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: ogWalker on Tue, 23 July 2019, 14:30:46
I love the way these colors mesh and the beautiful backgrounds in the renders...great work, I would love to see an icon kit + a RAMA cap for this!!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: konstantin on Tue, 23 July 2019, 22:01:16
1800 compat (R1 Del, End, PgDn) should be moved to the numpad kit, extended 65% compat (R3 PgUp, R4 PgDn) should be added to the base. Alternate color options for `~ and 1.5u \| would be nice, but I get if that doesn't fit in with your vision for the colorway.

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Good points, thank you! I will reconsider this.

I just realized that R1 Del should be kept in the base kit for 65% compat, so keep that in mind. But the order two keys are still useless without a numpad.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: leexy on Tue, 23 July 2019, 22:25:07
will like to suggest the addition of R3 and R4 PgUp and PgDn for 65% support and removal of the accent colours  :)
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: konstantin on Tue, 23 July 2019, 22:29:34
As always, +1 for R3 PgUp and R4 PgDn.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: phinix on Wed, 24 July 2019, 02:50:02
Uuuu... nice!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Laiain on Wed, 24 July 2019, 06:39:46
Very clean
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Owl- on Wed, 24 July 2019, 07:54:08
Really liking this. Reminds me of the Unicorn Banshee Clear colourway from Gundam series (https://www.planetconnection.org/pub/media/catalog/product/cache/c687aa7517cf01e65c009f6943c2b1e9/h/g/hguc-rx-0-n-unicorn-gundam-02-banshee-norn-destroy-mode-clear-ver-01.jpg)

Would also be highly interested in a purple 1u fn alongside the current.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: pheonix991 on Wed, 24 July 2019, 11:50:08
Gimme a Colemak set please!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Emir on Wed, 24 July 2019, 12:32:26
Kits updated:
R3 Pg Up, R4 Pg Dn added to base; 1800 compat moved to numpad.
Also updated a list of forthcoming kits

Depending on quote, numpad kit might split off from spacebars. I will decide once I know the pricing; if it's too expensive, I will split.

Base - flat lighting
(https://i.imgur.com/40zNMsu.png)

Numpad+Spacebars - flat lighting
(https://i.imgur.com/NyE9cuA.png)

Forthcoming
Icon extension kit
40s kit
NorDeUK kit(?)
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: depletedvespene on Wed, 24 July 2019, 14:02:43
Very interesting concept, although I find the choice of keys to (subtly) accent to be quite unusual. We'll all OF COURSE have differing opinions on this, but if Caps Lock and Tab are accented, then an accented ISO Enter key would be practically screaming to be added. I think, similarly to PvtSkittles, that accenting F5 to F8 would also be visually interesting. Again: IMHO, YMMV, WDIKAA.


I do have one observation that is not strictly subjective, though: for full US ISO(/ANSISO/ISANSI) support, an R4 \| keycap should be added (or, if necessary, have the R4 <>| key replaced with it... but hopefully both can stay).
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: depletedvespene on Wed, 24 July 2019, 14:26:30
Depending on quote, numpad kit might split off from spacebars. I will decide once I know the pricing; if it's too expensive, I will split.

IF you do that split, please consider adding two 1.0Uc keys to the spacebars kit.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: janglad on Wed, 24 July 2019, 14:50:54
ne rama cap avail?

Yeah, I feel like a RAMA cap is pretty much a must-have for sets these days, I need those extra couple grams of aluminium/brass! A glow in the dark one would fit this perfectly thinking about it!! Like a glow in the dark firefly one

Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: gok_nz on Wed, 24 July 2019, 14:54:25
ne rama cap avail?

Yeah, I feel like a RAMA cap is pretty much a must-have for sets these days, I need those extra couple grams of aluminium/brass! A glow in the dark one would fit this perfectly thinking about it!! Like a glow in the dark firefly one
Or a cap like the Vaporwave one but in the Firefly scheme plus the dark blue infill.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Kyru on Wed, 24 July 2019, 16:50:51
Ok I feel like this is the second time OP has jebaited me. I thought Nines was gonna be a Nier Automata set and now I thought this was gonna be related to Firefly TV show. I mean the font used for the word firefly even looks close. :(

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Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Arithmetics on Wed, 24 July 2019, 17:28:36
THIS IS SICK. SO IN
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Marutks on Wed, 24 July 2019, 19:04:24
nice colors
please consider adding 1.5u "code" keys or novelties
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: chriswade on Wed, 24 July 2019, 20:20:06
Very keen, count me in  :)
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: pr0ximity on Wed, 24 July 2019, 21:37:13
Nice colors, I like it.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: nrgizer on Thu, 25 July 2019, 03:08:50
Would be in if you had a colevrak set, but I suppose with a MOQ of 250, that's unlikely to happen. Really like the set!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: masterchris_99 on Thu, 25 July 2019, 03:39:28
Really nice restful colors. Please with NorDeUk support!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: jooobe on Thu, 25 July 2019, 05:24:24
Definitely would love a base kit!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: sojourntv on Thu, 25 July 2019, 11:02:17
Definitely buying this if the novelties come from the Firefly series!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Emir on Thu, 25 July 2019, 16:13:40
Ok I feel like this is the second time OP has jebaited me. I thought Nines was gonna be a Nier Automata set and now I thought this was gonna be related to Firefly TV show. I mean the font used for the word firefly even looks close. :(

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Hahah! These coincidences are so funny. :D

I am working on a 40s kit, NorDeUK kit and icon kit.

The NorDeUK kit I am not sure if I'll run, it all depends on interest. The other two will very likely be offered.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: aleck on Thu, 25 July 2019, 20:31:31
Ok when I see a good set I usually say 'I'd buy it as my first GMK set' or something but dude this sure is DOPE. I WANT IT.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Tayuun on Thu, 25 July 2019, 20:36:25
Looks amazing!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: ttom on Fri, 26 July 2019, 06:58:28
very nice renders
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: aeryxz on Fri, 26 July 2019, 17:20:10
So any rama cap? I liked the 9s rama cap before the rushed  renders in the gb phase.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Emir on Sat, 27 July 2019, 04:26:39
So any rama cap? I liked the 9s rama cap before the rushed  renders in the gb phase.

Unfortubaly no Rama cap or any artisan in general. The reasoning behind this is because as I dislike them myself, I don't have confidence enough in designing one I can be proud of putting out. Same goes for novelties I'm afraid. Sorry!

Update: nordeuk, icon extension and 40s will be offered.
However, as I am not a 40s user, me and macsurfy would like someone well versed in 40s to reach out and assist us. I want to offer a good 40s kit, but as I don't use them myself i will need assistance in creating the kit. You can reach me on discord at Emir#7583

Thank you! ❤️
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: nyry43 on Sat, 27 July 2019, 17:14:47
Looks awesome!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: HotRoderX on Sat, 27 July 2019, 18:27:37
wow, this is unique count me interested I really love the colors.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: evorus5 on Sat, 27 July 2019, 18:46:19
So any rama cap? I liked the 9s rama cap before the rushed  renders in the gb phase.

Unfortubaly no Rama cap or any artisan in general. The reasoning behind this is because as I dislike them myself, I don't have confidence enough in designing one I can be proud of putting out. Same goes for novelties I'm afraid. Sorry!

Update: nordeuk, icon extension and 40s will be offered.
However, as I am not a 40s user, me and macsurfy would like someone well versed in 40s to reach out and assist us. I want to offer a good 40s kit, but as I don't use them myself i will need assistance in creating the kit. You can reach me on discord at Emir#7583

Thank you! ❤️

I completely understand you not liking artisan caps. If you decide to change your mind, I think I might have some ideas for you.
Take GMK Cafe for example, on of the caps is a little coffee bean, not the RAMA caps.
I think a tiny fire fly outline the same color as the legends would be nice?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: depletedvespene on Sat, 27 July 2019, 21:21:31
Update: nordeuk, icon extension and 40s will be offered.

Can I ask what keys will be part of the icon extension? Just the bottom row or keys in the nav cluster as well?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Emir on Sun, 28 July 2019, 00:18:42
Update: nordeuk, icon extension and 40s will be offered.

Can I ask what keys will be part of the icon extension? Just the bottom row or keys in the nav cluster as well?

No nav cluster, unfortunately.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: TayZ on Sun, 28 July 2019, 15:32:48
An yet another set that's going on my want list. The colors chosen are just perfect.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: Emir on Mon, 29 July 2019, 15:58:28
An yet another set that's going on my want list. The colors chosen are just perfect.

❤️🙏
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly
Post by: TinyShinyCrumb on Wed, 31 July 2019, 21:58:25
Really like this set, one might even go so far as to call it... shiny.  ;D Seriously though, this is a really pretty set.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: Emir on Thu, 01 August 2019, 08:25:00
Update:

Projected launch is October (I have 2 currently running GBs, Nines needs to ship before this can go live).
Mykeyboard will proxy for EU, the other regions are not certain yet.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: hottrout on Thu, 01 August 2019, 08:26:21
Great looking kit, please add the UK ISO keys to the kit.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: valkyr1e on Thu, 01 August 2019, 08:55:00
I've been increasingly interested in this set. Now it's a must have for me. Very much looking forward to having it
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: MrFurrior on Thu, 01 August 2019, 14:08:24
Really like the kit, think I may get this over GMK Dracula, would be interest in UK ISO.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: Pennywise359 on Thu, 01 August 2019, 17:36:56
I love it! However I afraid it may have mods contrast issues.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: Emir on Fri, 02 August 2019, 03:27:13
I love it! However I afraid it may have mods contrast issues.
¨

Thank you! You don't have to worry about contrast issues at all, the colors are on the opposite sides of the contrast scale (and pass several contrast algorithms). A dark and a light color rarely has legibility issues. Here are the colors converted to grayscale:
(https://i.imgur.com/fSvvTfb.jpg)

While not crisp like pure white on black, it won't be having any contrast issues. :)

As for the ISO-UK, unfortunately due to the idea of having a minimized base, you'll have to get the UK ISO keys through the NorDeUK kit. :(
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: Cresc3nt on Fri, 02 August 2019, 11:28:49
-hopes that an accents kit will be on your mind as you make your other kits-
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: Emir on Fri, 02 August 2019, 11:54:02
-hopes that an accents kit will be on your mind as you make your other kits-

Me and Macsurfy were playing around with some accents for fun, but I decided at the time that it goes against the general aesthetic that I am aiming for. Here's a test render for fun:
(https://i.imgur.com/HwvQGU3.jpg)

Imo it's too "in your face", and doesn't match the general design idea of a calm set. (I also played around with the purple and lighter blue as well).

I might play around with accents more, but it's not in my immediate plans to offer it.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: ptrick3 on Fri, 02 August 2019, 17:33:20
I think the RAL 040 70 30 looks nice on accents, but if you want something more toned down ... you were already referring to RAL 300 60 15 as "Accents" in your color list.

The soft purple might end up working well. I'm not really pushing for accent keys like that, but its a thought.


I just saw your comment in parenthesis, obviously I can't read. Lol.

Anyway, what I really want is this bad boy:
(https://i.imgur.com/Oh7IjsP.png)

You've got the RAL 040 70 30 as the legends on the 1u | \ and I am hella jealous.

Spoilered so people don't think this is a legitimate image from you. I just photoshopped keys on my board layout with the lighter legend | \.
https://i.imgur.com/G5rECJB.jpg (https://i.imgur.com/G5rECJB.jpg)

I also was sort of surprised the 1u ctrl isn't RAL 5014-P, and that there isn't a r4 1u FN, but code works just fine for my purposes.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: Cresc3nt on Fri, 02 August 2019, 17:52:07
-hopes that an accents kit will be on your mind as you make your other kits-

Me and Macsurfy were playing around with some accents for fun, but I decided at the time that it goes against the general aesthetic that I am aiming for. Here's a test render for fun:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/HwvQGU3.jpg)


Imo it's too "in your face", and doesn't match the general design idea of a calm set. (I also played around with the purple and lighter blue as well).

I might play around with accents more, but it's not in my immediate plans to offer it.

I actually really really like the accents kit. If the accents were offered in the esc, spacebar and enter, it would be an immediate buy for me and a great option to add more color and you can still keep the base kit as you visioned it but I understand if it goes against your idea for the kit. Thank you for considering it and doing the render.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: aleck on Fri, 02 August 2019, 20:02:32
-hopes that an accents kit will be on your mind as you make your other kits-

Me and Macsurfy were playing around with some accents for fun, but I decided at the time that it goes against the general aesthetic that I am aiming for. Here's a test render for fun:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/HwvQGU3.jpg)


Imo it's too "in your face", and doesn't match the general design idea of a calm set. (I also played around with the purple and lighter blue as well).

I might play around with accents more, but it's not in my immediate plans to offer it.
Accents do look quite great actually, hope they get to the base set
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: PvtSkittles on Fri, 02 August 2019, 20:28:15
I prefer the subtle purple texted accents you have in the original pitch in comparison to changing the base color of the caps. However, I think I also prefer having those purple accent texts on the more typical accented keys (esc/caps/enter/backspace/arrows) over the ctrl,alt and the \, tab.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: Emir on Sat, 03 August 2019, 17:07:50
I think the RAL 040 70 30 looks nice on accents, but if you want something more toned down ... you were already referring to RAL 300 60 15 as "Accents" in your color list.

The soft purple might end up working well. I'm not really pushing for accent keys like that, but its a thought.


I just saw your comment in parenthesis, obviously I can't read. Lol.

Anyway, what I really want is this bad boy:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/Oh7IjsP.png)


You've got the RAL 040 70 30 as the legends on the 1u | \ and I am hella jealous.

Spoilered so people don't think this is a legitimate image from you. I just photoshopped keys on my board layout with the lighter legend | \.
https://i.imgur.com/G5rECJB.jpg (https://i.imgur.com/G5rECJB.jpg)

I also was sort of surprised the 1u ctrl isn't RAL 5014-P, and that there isn't a r4 1u FN, but code works just fine for my purposes.

There is a R4 1u Fn. :O

Haha, seems like people really want some accents going. I am thinking, if there's an accent kit, I'll have to de-accent the original accents features in the base (quite a few keys...) as that looks too cluttered IMO. Give me some time to think, and let's see what I come up with!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: ptrick3 on Sat, 03 August 2019, 17:25:28
There is a R4 1u Fn. :O

Ohhh, so there is. Lol. I guess I just looked at the bottom row and assumed the one above it was 3. Mb.  :D
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: AlcoholEnthusiast on Sun, 04 August 2019, 01:02:40
Any chance of a kit to make all mods same color, either accent or mod colored? Love the colors and how understated this set is, but the more I look the more the different color legends on the mods bug me.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: aleck on Mon, 05 August 2019, 12:57:27
BTW, are you planning on working with KBDfans as a proxy like with GMK Nines?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: nasp on Mon, 05 August 2019, 14:39:10
I think the RAL 040 70 30 looks nice on accents, but if you want something more toned down ... you were already referring to RAL 300 60 15 as "Accents" in your color list.

The soft purple might end up working well. I'm not really pushing for accent keys like that, but its a thought.


I just saw your comment in parenthesis, obviously I can't read. Lol.

Anyway, what I really want is this bad boy:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/Oh7IjsP.png)




You've got the RAL 040 70 30 as the legends on the 1u | \ and I am hella jealous.

Spoilered so people don't think this is a legitimate image from you. I just photoshopped keys on my board layout with the lighter legend | \.
https://i.imgur.com/G5rECJB.jpg (https://i.imgur.com/G5rECJB.jpg)

I also was sort of surprised the 1u ctrl isn't RAL 5014-P, and that there isn't a r4 1u FN, but code works just fine for my purposes.

There is a R4 1u Fn. :O

Haha, seems like people really want some accents going. I am thinking, if there's an accent kit, I'll have to de-accent the original accents features in the base (quite a few keys...) as that looks too cluttered IMO. Give me some time to think, and let's see what I come up with!

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Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: Emir on Tue, 06 August 2019, 00:12:28
BTW, are you planning on working with KBDfans as a proxy like with GMK Nines?

No plans in motion, I wouldn't mind working with kbdfans though!

Any chance of a kit to make all mods same color, either accent or mod colored? Love the colors and how understated this set is, but the more I look the more the different color legends on the mods bug me.

Yes, there's a chance
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: Cresc3nt on Tue, 06 August 2019, 00:42:47
Super excited to see what you come up with. Thank you for considering this  :thumb:.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: dr_unconscionable on Tue, 06 August 2019, 03:05:16
I like the blue colour, but I also think the set would look much better with the mod text the same colour as the alpha text! The accent kit with the reversed colours looks nice.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: Emir on Tue, 06 August 2019, 10:18:48
I like the blue colour, but I also think the set would look much better with the mod text the same colour as the alpha text! The accent kit with the reversed colours looks nice.

Hmm, I don't think an accent kit will be offered that features the peach legends uniform. :/

Another update:
Recently made a discord where you can track my projects and discuss!
https://discord.gg/MwVTg2E
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: MadsMe on Wed, 07 August 2019, 15:58:07
I love this set and I love you for adding a NorUk set!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: fluidin on Wed, 14 August 2019, 09:36:50
made an account just to say that I really like this set -as is-. really enjoy the concept of a calm set; i would likely put these caps on a work board !! as such, would be nice if the accent kit / caps could be kept optional, or come together with a base counterpart

love it~
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: Geo.Li on Sat, 17 August 2019, 11:19:26
Will there be RAMA caps, deskmats, etc?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: MadsMe on Thu, 22 August 2019, 10:00:47
The accent are not symetricly placed which kinda throws the desing off a bit?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019]
Post by: Captain Shwah on Thu, 22 August 2019, 10:51:31
The accent are not symetricly placed which kinda throws the desing off a bit?

The philosophy behind it is to accentuate keys without being "in your face" about it. It is a subtle change in hue, all the while adding character and charm to the set.
The reasoning behind these specific keys might seem random, but in my head it isn't (not so sure if others agree yet). Basically, I want to accent locations that will always be in use, while keeping some form of structure, all the while straying away from the "standard" positions - it left me with the two keys right of space as well as tab and caps. These positions have a nice asymmetrical symmetry, if that makes any sense. :D

Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: Emir on Tue, 27 August 2019, 12:07:22
Alright, so I tinkered with the kits - and in order to offer 40s, I decided to remove the spacebar kit. Please offer some feedback on the final kits:

Basekit:
Changes: Swapped out ISO R3 key for ISO Nordic '* in order to remove a key from the nordeuk kit.
(https://i.imgur.com/21D1V8g.jpg)

Numpad kit:
Changes: removed the spacebar kit and moved the split spacebars + alice B to the 40s kit
(https://i.imgur.com/uGrvo8e.jpg)

Nordeuk kit:
(https://i.imgur.com/wxxYKkm.jpg)

Accent kit:
Concious decision to keep the purple accents in the base, it's "THE ARTISTIC VISION" for firefly. Sorry for being stubborn
(https://i.imgur.com/aeJ2mQM.jpg)

40s kit:
I know nothing about 40s, this kit is made through research from other 40s kits like peaches n cream
(https://i.imgur.com/tkaxfn6.jpg)

Icon kit:
(https://i.imgur.com/S3rYumj.jpg)

Let me know if you have any feedback! I am satisfied with these besides the 40s, and will invoice GMK soon unless changes are made.

Will have renders prepared soon. :)
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: nasp on Tue, 27 August 2019, 12:10:57
I'd like to see a R3 1u Ctrl key in the 40's kit please. Thanks for considering
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: PvtSkittles on Tue, 27 August 2019, 12:15:17
Any possibility of adding a purple legend/blue background enter/esc key to the accents kit?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: valkyr1e on Tue, 27 August 2019, 14:54:02
May I have a render with the accent kit? (especially the alt colour Esc and Enter keys)

Any possibility of adding a purple legend/blue background enter/esc key to the accents kit?

I might also like this. More subtle accent than the pink
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: Emir on Tue, 27 August 2019, 15:22:11
May I have a render with the accent kit? (especially the alt colour Esc and Enter keys)

Any possibility of adding a purple legend/blue background enter/esc key to the accents kit?

I might also like this. More subtle accent than the pink

There's one on page 2, I will repost it:
(https://i.imgur.com/HwvQGU3.jpg)

Purple is not out of the question, I'll run some renders with Macsurfy and decide. :)
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: bobdenard on Tue, 27 August 2019, 16:21:13
Could you add 1.5u Code keys to suit Mac layouts?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: honoka on Tue, 27 August 2019, 16:57:48
I like!
Always interested when there is a Norde-kit.
Also, I want to support local talent.

Snyggt jobbat Emir! Detta är riktigt snyggt.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: lawrenciumchang on Tue, 27 August 2019, 21:32:32
Would you consider a pink Esc key for the icon set as well?

Everything looks awesome, can't wait to get my first GMK set!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: SwitchKeys on Wed, 28 August 2019, 08:05:11
I'm in for this. Make it happen!  ;)
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: Cresc3nt on Wed, 28 August 2019, 11:22:59
A pink accent icon key would be amazing as well as a pink spacebar in the accents kit would be A+++.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: Emir on Thu, 05 September 2019, 10:20:40
Hi Everyone!

Thank you for the feedback on accents, I will consider them! :)
Unfortunately no 1.5u code, sorry! This is due to save on cost.


Update:
I have ordered RAL samples to confirm the colors prior to moving into the GB. I want to confirm the colors in person as well, to avoid any unecessary delays once GB hits.

Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: otanishock on Thu, 05 September 2019, 11:20:58
Purple is not out of the question, I'll run some renders with Macsurfy and decide. :)
Did I hear purple?  ;D
Regardless of including purple or not, thanks for the hard work and making this happened. I'll back this project day 1 when it launches!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: Emir on Fri, 06 September 2019, 09:50:42
Purple is not out of the question, I'll run some renders with Macsurfy and decide. :)
Did I hear purple?  ;D
Regardless of including purple or not, thanks for the hard work and making this happened. I'll back this project day 1 when it launches!

 :cool:
No promises!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: Emir on Fri, 06 September 2019, 16:39:07
Experimented with all the colors as accents and peach is the only one that works. Trust me, purple and the lighter blue definitely didn't work. 😂
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: CF73 on Fri, 06 September 2019, 21:25:15
Lovely set. As some others have pointed out, I'd also like to have standard colors for the \ | key and `~ key.
Accent keys look fine to me, but I'd love to see the spacebar in pink as well if that doesn't add too much cost to the kit :>

Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: h.parks on Tue, 10 September 2019, 10:50:44
bracket keys are a little odd-looking and smushed together nevermind! saw the most recent render and they look perfect.

nonetheless, a superb and lovely set

Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: valkyr1e on Tue, 10 September 2019, 14:21:47
Experimented with all the colors as accents and peach is the only one that works. Trust me, purple and the lighter blue definitely didn't work. 😂

I trust your judgement. Peach still looks awesome!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: Emir on Wed, 11 September 2019, 11:22:22
Experimented with all the colors as accents and peach is the only one that works. Trust me, purple and the lighter blue definitely didn't work. 😂

I trust your judgement. Peach still looks awesome!

Thank you! I hope it is great in person too, still waiting on the RALs I ordered. They were available only as "back order", which means they order it on demand to themselves, and then it is shipped to me (not in stock ccontinuously). We'll see! :)
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: KeepCalm27 on Thu, 12 September 2019, 03:55:03
I really appreciate the base including iso keys.
Love yellow and deep blue
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: AlcoholEnthusiast on Thu, 12 September 2019, 20:47:55
Love the accent kit. Gives us a lot of options on how to use the set, while still being a relatively small kit.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Projected launch October 2019] - kit feedback -
Post by: Emir on Sun, 15 September 2019, 11:00:14
Renders are nearing completion, and the kits have been sent to GMK for quoting! :)

Still no word on the RAL samples...
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: Emir on Mon, 16 September 2019, 05:14:48
The kits finalized - flat lighting

(https://i.imgur.com/sdROa8v.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/KNpHAKr.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/TjQ003g.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/UDsX3EW.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/3secTiP.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/x09UVWA.jpg)

Renders with (de)accent kit:
Outdoors:
(https://i.imgur.com/Hoq17y4.png)

Sunlit office:
(https://i.imgur.com/QNCHfCs.png)

Render with ISO-Nordic:
Outdoors:
(https://i.imgur.com/Ao4JrsU.png)

Renders with 40s kit on the way.


Launch will be 1st of October if Nines ships soon (which it should, production is finished).
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: Emir on Mon, 16 September 2019, 17:22:13
Kono.store confirmed as the US vendor, worked out well with Nines and I'd like to continue working with them! :)

Asia still TBD, for now.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: h.parks on Mon, 16 September 2019, 21:36:02
this set is a beaut. buying at open.

-even if my dactyl becomes my daily driver

-hope there's four 2u keys between base and accents

-if not, w/e, I'll use them on a normie 65-75%
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: Cresc3nt on Tue, 17 September 2019, 05:32:16
Kinda sad that there's no pink spacebar. Let's see if I can afford both GMK Dracula and this set.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: turtlesayshello on Tue, 17 September 2019, 07:32:13
I’m definitely going in on this! I have metropolis but the colors here are crazy beautiful


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Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: depletedvespene on Tue, 17 September 2019, 09:08:49
Kinda sad that there's no pink spacebar. Let's see if I can afford both GMK Dracula and this set.

You can fix that and do good while at it. See https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=102307.0;all
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: Emir on Wed, 18 September 2019, 13:59:18
Heyooo! Thank you for keeping the hype up! :)

Dailyclack now added for Oceania!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: vegs on Fri, 20 September 2019, 02:32:06
Very interested in this! Thanks for doing Norde :cool:
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: Emir on Sun, 22 September 2019, 16:02:23
Update time!

40s kit rendered on a Lynx by wixxzblu:
(https://i.imgur.com/D6mEOZJ.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/88W6ZyA.png)

NorDeUK kit updated (grave key etc now properly mod colored):
(https://i.imgur.com/9b7yX94.png)

And finally, the vendor lineup is complete with Asia being vendored by iLuMKB!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: Emir on Tue, 24 September 2019, 07:39:07
Another NorDeUK correction, should now be final (finally!):
(https://i.imgur.com/Ha0ASlH.png)

Quote is also received, working on the pricing right now and hope to relay the pricing asap!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: Emir on Wed, 25 September 2019, 12:27:20
Received the RAL samples. In some lighting they look good and close, but in normal warm temperature lighting indoors it's a shade or so off from what I want it to be.

Sun had already set when I looked, so I'll have a better look tomorrow in some more lighting conditions. I will also ask my colleague to take some properly white balanced shots for me in indirect outdoors lighting and we'll see.

In any case, the end result will be close to the renders, even though looking at something at a screen and IRL will always be different. I won't accept  colors which are off.

I'll update you tomorrow. :)
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: tex_live_utility on Wed, 25 September 2019, 20:49:38
Is there seriously no alpha-colored tilde? That can't be added to the accent kit?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: xchangmanx on Thu, 26 September 2019, 15:21:04
+1 I'm interested
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: Emir on Thu, 26 September 2019, 15:34:15
Is there seriously no alpha-colored tilde? That can't be added to the accent kit?

Yes, sorry. It was part of the process and I did consider it, but ultimately it would result in too many keys. It means I'd have to have duplicates in the NorDeUK-kit as well as pipeslash.

RAL samples, outdoors and in an office setting:
(https://i.imgur.com/EBblwHS.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/P62aOgy.jpg)

5011-p and the peach will need some tweaking together with GMK. They are not quite like I had expected, but there are no closer RALs as I ordered multiple shades of the same color just in case.

Set will look close to the renders, regardless of what the RAL code might be in the end. :)
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [Kits finalized!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: DasGnome on Fri, 27 September 2019, 12:55:53
I'm in love with this set.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [PRICING POSTED!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: Emir on Sun, 29 September 2019, 07:08:16
Pricing:
(https://i.imgur.com/bMdWgvW.png)

Looking good! Was hoping to take some bigger risks and base it on 500 MOQ instead of 250 MOQ quotes, but taking a look at October month, it's too big of a risk I'm afraid. :(
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [PRICING POSTED!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: NitPik on Sun, 29 September 2019, 12:01:14
kono will ship to canada right?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [PRICING POSTED!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: walletburner on Sun, 29 September 2019, 12:57:34
ooo i cant wait to mix these alphas with gmk coral
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [PRICING POSTED!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: dvorcol on Sun, 29 September 2019, 13:33:18
Pricing:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/bMdWgvW.png)


Looking good! Was hoping to take some bigger risks and base it on 500 MOQ instead of 250 MOQ quotes, but taking a look at October month, it's too big of a risk I'm afraid. :(

MOQ 250 is for the Base kit, right?
What are the other kits' MOQs?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly [PRICING POSTED!] LAUNCH OCTOBER 1ST
Post by: Emir on Sun, 29 September 2019, 16:08:22
Pricing:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/bMdWgvW.png)


Looking good! Was hoping to take some bigger risks and base it on 500 MOQ instead of 250 MOQ quotes, but taking a look at October month, it's too big of a risk I'm afraid. :(

MOQ 250 is for the Base kit, right?
What are the other kits' MOQs?


Correct! All child kits are 100 moq each.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: Emir on Mon, 30 September 2019, 03:20:50
Gb thread is up!
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=102667
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: samisles10 on Sat, 10 July 2021, 05:21:22
I need this to have R2 please!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: DeMechanica on Sat, 10 July 2021, 19:58:53
R2 when?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: AstralYT on Tue, 03 August 2021, 16:12:09
Just doing my duty, echoing R2.

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Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: Friendship on Tue, 03 August 2021, 16:25:32
same! I saw this set on one of Alexotos's boards and it looks fantastic!

Edit: just saw the GB thread, ill keep an eye on Kono, thanks!
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: Hairy_Godmother on Wed, 04 August 2021, 00:53:40
r2 pls T_T
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: dvorcol on Tue, 14 September 2021, 17:14:01
r2 pls T_T

Kono is running a second GMK Firefly group buy September 16th to October 22, 2021.  Current estimate for production completion is Q4 2022.

https://kono.store/products/gmk-firefly
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: d3stiny on Wed, 15 September 2021, 04:43:33
will definitely get a set for the second run.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: AstralYT on Wed, 15 September 2021, 05:51:52
r2 pls T_T

Kono is running a second GMK Firefly group buy September 16th to October 22, 2021.  Current estimate for production completion is Q4 2022.

https://kono.store/products/gmk-firefly

wtf did the whining actually worked!?

Kono is so based, tysm. Will be buying this on the first day. Thnx for informing kind sir.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: _rubik on Wed, 15 September 2021, 10:53:34
r2 pls T_T

Kono is running a second GMK Firefly group buy September 16th to October 22, 2021.  Current estimate for production completion is Q4 2022.

https://kono.store/products/gmk-firefly

My prayers have been answered
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: d3stiny on Thu, 16 September 2021, 04:46:16
OMG! I just realized that r2 is currently open.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: bert039 on Thu, 16 September 2021, 12:24:08
Holy crap, nice!!! I was just looking for this on r/mm the other day. So glad I don't have to pay aftermarket price now
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: Bub on Thu, 16 September 2021, 15:00:49
I really love the scene renders done here.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: Biotrin on Fri, 17 September 2021, 07:29:17
What's with the minimal kitting? This set is such a missed opportunity.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: L4ll1g470r on Sun, 19 September 2021, 15:30:09
What's with the minimal kitting? This set is such a missed opportunity.
Yeah, I had the quickest transition from "shut up and take my money" to showing the bills back to my wallet, ever.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: djbakasan on Sun, 19 September 2021, 16:13:54
I mean, it's a second run.  Except for not having the Norde kit, this is all as it previously was in the original run best I can tell.  Can't help but wonder if the Norde set didn't sell well originally or perhaps simply didn't even hit MOQ.  Perhaps we have different expectations for additional runs of keycaps, but for me, I expect at most small tweaks to kits vs any meaningful overhaul to the kitting or design.  Changes to novelties or available artisans fall within that spectrum.  Wholesale changes to support new kits less so.

Curious what's giving you pause as it likely would have been originally an issue (unless of course it's the lack of Nordes)?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: bert039 on Mon, 20 September 2021, 11:35:25
I didn't notice the Q4 '22 ETA for production. Shouldn't r2 be faster since color matching was already done in r1?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: jabe8i on Mon, 20 September 2021, 16:41:25
I didn't notice the Q4 '22 ETA for production. Shouldn't r2 be faster since color matching was already done in r1?
GMK is swamped with orders, there are a couple dozen sets they need to finish before they can even think of starting to manufacture this, a handful of new GBs run every month, plus the pandemic didn't help either.

Also, I'm not sure if this has been resolved yet (or I might be misinformed), they had alot of employees that took paid leave for whatever reason.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: djbakasan on Tue, 21 September 2021, 22:22:28
More or less a triple whammy:

- Huge backlog of sets ahead of it, dating back a year now.  Did a quick search and the sets that I have had pending the longest date back to almost 16 months ago, let alone all the sets that have gone through GB since then.
- Resin shortage, unsure if impacting just GMK or others to some degree as well.  Have noticed other manufacturers starting to have longish lead times as well-- not GMK long, but noticeable.
- General covid related logistics ****ery-- e.g. shortages of shipping containers, loading docks having minimal crew due to illness, etc.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: robsta on Fri, 24 September 2021, 15:19:10
Hello, why is in r2 the Nordeukit kit not available :( so sad
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: bukowski on Sat, 25 September 2021, 15:16:19
Hello, why is in r2 the Nordeukit kit not available :( so sad
Came here to say this. Sad as well  :(
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: Biotrin on Sat, 25 September 2021, 16:00:37
Hello, why is in r2 the Nordeukit kit not available :( so sad
Came here to say this. Sad as well  :(

Nordeuk/International kit is not the only kit missing, this run is just sad and won't arrive until 2023 anyways. Wasted.
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: robsta on Mon, 27 September 2021, 07:32:34
... holy smokes - what did they do? They should just add up the missing sets, dont see the problem in it

otherwise i tried to get nordeu from r1 on mechmarket, but no response - wasting my young age with searchin for the set now xD
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: Hiiro_XoXo on Sat, 09 October 2021, 20:56:39
As a sad lurker and window shopper, I’m so happy to see that this made a return and am proud to say that this will be my first gmk set. Can’t wait to forget that I spent so much money on this and painfully reminded that I spent it next fall
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: Emir on Sun, 10 October 2021, 09:50:38
Hey all! Happy to see many of you are excited for this.

However, note that I have nothing to do with this R2 and I wasn't even aware until someone posted about it.
Kono is running this and all questions about kitting and other decisions should be directed towards them.

I have asked them to create a GB thread for firefly on GH, let's hope they do that! :)
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: jabe8i on Fri, 15 October 2021, 04:04:06
Hey all! Happy to see many of you are excited for this.

However, note that I have nothing to do with this R2 and I wasn't even aware until someone posted about it.
Kono is running this and all questions about kitting and other decisions should be directed towards them.

I have asked them to create a GB thread for firefly on GH, let's hope they do that! :)

Damn they didn't even ask you? Are you cool with that?
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: Emir on Fri, 15 October 2021, 04:05:37
Hey all! Happy to see many of you are excited for this.

However, note that I have nothing to do with this R2 and I wasn't even aware until someone posted about it.
Kono is running this and all questions about kitting and other decisions should be directed towards them.

I have asked them to create a GB thread for firefly on GH, let's hope they do that! :)

Damn they didn't even ask you? Are you cool with that?

Yeah they bought firefly from me and are free to do as they please with it :)
Title: Re: [IC] GMK Firefly - GB THREAD LIVE
Post by: jabe8i on Fri, 15 October 2021, 05:54:10
Yeah they bought firefly from me and are free to do as they please with it :)

Oh thats cool. nvm then