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Title: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: Kasterborous on Sun, 09 February 2020, 08:58:27
Greetings!


We are here to present to you our debut keyboard, the HEX.3C
IC Form HERE:https://forms.gle/wbJAqcrpJMZ3DcGq9 (https://forms.gle/aReDjV7tkzzNDJka7)

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The HEX.3C is a simple 60% keyboard designed to challenge the current budget market while offering a better typing experience with its unique mounting system.
We are aiming to achieve the gasket mounted experience with Poron-washers in a burger mount.

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This reduces the stiffness that's characteristic of bottom-mount boards.
It also reduces the resonance that metals have when in contact with other metals.
Relief cuts have also been made on the plate to achieve a more even acoustic profile,
and reduce the harshness around the mounting points.

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Here's a transparent side view for a better explanation and visualization of how the keyboard will look like internally

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Specifications:
Case: Alu 6061
Colors: Black, Grey, Silver, Navy and E-White
Weight: 900g~
Plate(s): Universal/Fixed ANSI w 7u bottom row. Teal Aluminum/ Clear PVD Brass/ Black POM
PCBs: This keyboard will be fully compatible with DZ60 and its variants.
Typing Angle: 7
MOQ:50(Max units limited to 125 for first run)

Do join the discord server for updates:https://discord.gg/8AqgdBq (https://discord.gg/8AqgdBq)
Keep an eye on our Instagram (http://instagram.com/hex.keyboards) for the latest news and renders too! 

Color Options:

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Additional Renders:
ePBT TA Origins (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=104718.0)
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GMK Masterpiece (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=103111.0)
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Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kasterborous on Sun, 09 February 2020, 08:58:56
Timeline:

UPDATE 12/02/20:

ANSI Plate available layouts:
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Universal Plate available layouts:
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UPDATE 13/02/20:

UPDATE 16/02/20:

UPDATE 16/03/20:
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UPDATE 01/04/20:
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UPDATE 05/04/20:
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Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: gnhuy91 on Sun, 09 February 2020, 09:03:26
filled the form! interested
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kasterborous on Sun, 09 February 2020, 09:06:23
Quote from: gnhuy91 on Sun, 09 February 2020, 09:03:26
filled the form! interested

Thanks! Appreciated!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: ddnomad on Sun, 09 February 2020, 09:11:14
Any chance you’d offer HHKB tops (with blockers)?
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kasterborous on Sun, 09 February 2020, 09:26:38
Quote from: ddnomad on Sun, 09 February 2020, 09:11:14
Any chance you’d offer HHKB tops (with blockers)?

Yes this is something we're taking into consideration
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: xIHA on Sun, 09 February 2020, 09:35:39
Nice board glwgb
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Rob27shred on Sun, 09 February 2020, 10:26:53
Really like this ideal & will support it! We've been needing to see innovation in the budget realm for quite awhile. Beyond Leandre's Klippe & Type-X (both of which are modified tray mounts), regular old stiff & uneven type feel tray mounts have been almost all that's available if you're looking to spend less than $150 on a case. I think this could shake that up big time & also it looks like it'll make an awesome test bed for those of us who are willing to spend more on customs. Color me interested, IC filled out. :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: ddnomad on Sun, 09 February 2020, 10:34:13
Quote from: Rob27shred on Sun, 09 February 2020, 10:26:53
Really like this ideal & will support it! We've been needing to see innovation in the budget realm for quite awhile. Beyond Leandre's Klippe & Type-X (both of which are modified tray mounts), regular old stiff & uneven type feel tray mounts have been almost all that's available if you're looking to spend less than $150 on a case. I think this could shake that up big time & also it looks like it'll make an awesome test bed for those of us who are willing to spend more on customs. Color me interested, IC filled out. :thumb:

I’d love to throw some millmax sockets in and make this keyboard my goto test board.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Version467 on Sun, 09 February 2020, 10:42:46
At that price point, you're going to run out of your 100 units in seconds. Definetely interested.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: pixelpusher on Sun, 09 February 2020, 11:08:03
Filled out the IC  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Rozalin81 on Sun, 09 February 2020, 11:21:43
Very clean! Just when I thought I was done spending for the year, this might rope me back in if pricing is sub 150. Looking forward to seeing how this develops.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: tobiasvl on Sun, 09 February 2020, 11:58:19
Interested in ISO! Especially at a price point near $100, wtf.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: antx1701 on Sun, 09 February 2020, 13:20:09
Love the look, love the price.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Mavmaster21 on Sun, 09 February 2020, 13:35:04
I'm very excited about this especially because of the price! GLWIC
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: shoteve on Sun, 09 February 2020, 14:23:00
Does this include PCB? Or just case and plate?

Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kinesiologist on Sun, 09 February 2020, 14:27:07
Looks good, already filled the IC form.

Please don't include the PCB since DZ60 is easy to get and readily available. (If it means reducing cost or time).
And please allow a universal plate to use on any layout (hhkb, tsangan, WKL, ANSI).

Thanks
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Bl4ck on Sun, 09 February 2020, 15:05:19
I currently have a hs60 v3 iso so if its compatible (should be?) I'm in for iso
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: nathanchere on Mon, 10 February 2020, 01:41:18
Quote from: ddnomad on Sun, 09 February 2020, 09:11:14
Any chance you’d offer HHKB tops (with blockers)?
+1
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: demonahz on Mon, 10 February 2020, 02:33:58
Lovely. I'm in.

And would be even more in if considered a bit thicker/deeper bottom to accommodate a battery for BLE PCBs. at least the option to it (with its costs of course).
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Han on Mon, 10 February 2020, 03:47:03
Interested!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: FredBananaz on Mon, 10 February 2020, 04:50:11
Interested as well!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kasterborous on Mon, 10 February 2020, 05:28:40
Quote from: Rob27shred on Sun, 09 February 2020, 10:26:53
Really like this ideal & will support it! We've been needing to see innovation in the budget realm for quite awhile. Beyond Leandre's Klippe & Type-X (both of which are modified tray mounts), regular old stiff & uneven type feel tray mounts have been almost all that's available if you're looking to spend less than $150 on a case. I think this could shake that up big time & also it looks like it'll make an awesome test bed for those of us who are willing to spend more on customs. Color me interested, IC filled out. :thumb:

Hahah, yes this was our intention when we set out to design and conceptualize this keyboard!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kasterborous on Mon, 10 February 2020, 05:31:18
Quote from: shoteve on Sun, 09 February 2020, 14:23:00
Does this include PCB? Or just case and plate?

Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk



Quote from: Kinesiologist on Sun, 09 February 2020, 14:27:07
Looks good, already filled the IC form.

Please don't include the PCB since DZ60 is easy to get and readily available. (If it means reducing cost or time).
And please allow a universal plate to use on any layout (hhkb, tsangan, WKL, ANSI).

Thanks

This kit comes without PCB, however there is discussion right now on whether we should offer pcbs as an addon, for a price of course.
Keep in mind we're gonna be shipping from Singapore so as it is we'd rather you guys get PCBs from a vendor near you, rather than tank the costs of shipping from halfway around the world
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Italian_T3ddy_v2 on Mon, 10 February 2020, 08:25:26
The design to me looks similar to the Tofu but with thicker bezels and I love it, keep it simple like those renders and it will for sure be an interesting case; HHKB top would be even nicer imho
Also please consider making the bottom case compatible with a battery for BT PCBs, and I'd personally be happy to pay 200-220$ for the case bundled with a BT PCB :D
Btw I'm curious about the o-ring bottom mount, looking forward to try it!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: TameFlame on Mon, 10 February 2020, 14:56:11
Pricepoint seems very favorable for a lot of people - it's always nice to see the possibility of diversity, for people who are just now getting into building. Good luck, I'll be following!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: antx1701 on Mon, 10 February 2020, 22:42:20
If the design/shape isn't final, have you thought about chamfered or rounded edges? It looks a bit too tofu-ish as it is.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Unick on Tue, 11 February 2020, 01:14:43
Will the pcb supports alps switches?
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: FredBananaz on Tue, 11 February 2020, 05:27:29
Quote from: digital_nothing on Mon, 10 February 2020, 22:42:20
If the design/shape isn't final, have you thought about chamfered or rounded edges? It looks a bit too tofu-ish as it is.

Would this not increase the price as a result of increased manufactering time?

Personally, I don't mind the similarities with the Tofu, as the mounting system is different enough to "justify" the similar looks.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kasterborous on Tue, 11 February 2020, 08:17:27
Quote from: digital_nothing on Mon, 10 February 2020, 22:42:20
If the design/shape isn't final, have you thought about chamfered or rounded edges? It looks a bit too tofu-ish as it is.

our intention was to keep the design language simple while also keeping production costs down. we could've added a lot of bells and whistles to set ourselves apart during the design process, but for this round of the hex.3c at least, our focus is more on price/performance.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kasterborous on Tue, 11 February 2020, 13:11:51
Quote from: Unick on Tue, 11 February 2020, 01:14:43
Will the pcb supports alps switches?

as of right now the plate doesn't support alps. you will have to get your own pcb yourself.

However, the plate files will be released after the GB has concluded, so feel free to edit it to support your alps switches!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: ray160 on Tue, 11 February 2020, 13:16:50
The Tofu v2 will have some competition
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: YungDaff on Tue, 11 February 2020, 15:26:03
Interesting board, filled in the IC form. Rare to see boards in this price range that aren't tray mounts. Interesting to see if this mounting style can offer a softer bottom out.

Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: ire on Wed, 12 February 2020, 15:12:30
Definitely interested, looks like an interesting and cheap board, gl with this!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: GeekFreeek on Wed, 12 February 2020, 17:09:57
This is awesome! I really hope this makes it to production and I can get my hands one it! Will this support boards like the DZ60?
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kasterborous on Thu, 13 February 2020, 09:17:31
Updated post!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kasterborous on Thu, 13 February 2020, 09:20:51
Quote from: GeekFreeek on Wed, 12 February 2020, 17:09:57
This is awesome! I really hope this makes it to production and I can get my hands one it! Will this support boards like the DZ60?

yes. this keyboard should support dz60 and its various other iterations.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: hkiri on Thu, 13 February 2020, 11:28:49
Any chance for other tops (HHKB, WKL)?
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: MMKB on Thu, 13 February 2020, 12:39:29
Looks nice! Few questions: Some of the screw holes are super deep. I doubt many people would have long keys for those. Also will you offer winkeyless top piece? And have you considered double o-rings per screw (in the order of screw, o-ring, plate, o-ring)?
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kasterborous on Thu, 13 February 2020, 21:51:21
Quote from: hkiri on Thu, 13 February 2020, 11:28:49
Any chance for other tops (HHKB, WKL)?
Yes they will be offered. Do check the updates post below the main post for more details!

Quote from: MMKB on Thu, 13 February 2020, 12:39:29
Looks nice! Few questions: Some of the screw holes are super deep. I doubt many people would have long keys for those. Also will you offer winkeyless top piece? And have you considered double o-rings per screw (in the order of screw, o-ring, plate, o-ring)?

We will be providing extra o-rings, so do feel free to experiment!

Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Tymm0 on Thu, 13 February 2020, 22:22:14
Happy to see a lower end board. I see that you are not planning a weight which is fine if that helps get this out in that low price.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: LiTurk on Fri, 14 February 2020, 17:11:35
Will the cannon instant 60 fit
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: macclack on Fri, 14 February 2020, 17:42:43
If I didn't already own 3 Klippes, I'd be all over this.

Good luck with this OP. Thank you for bringing an awesome looking budget option to the community!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Bl4ck on Sat, 15 February 2020, 03:50:10
Make the universal also standard 6.25 bottom row...
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: MeloDet on Sat, 15 February 2020, 09:17:14
Personally I would really appreciate either a third plate option for tsangan style layouts or the inclusion of 7u bottom row support on the current "fixed" plate
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kasterborous on Sat, 15 February 2020, 10:48:40
Quote from: MeloDet on Sat, 15 February 2020, 09:17:14
Personally I would really appreciate either a third plate option for tsangan style layouts or the inclusion of 7u bottom row support on the current "fixed" plate


The universal plate exists for that layout.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: manzel on Sat, 15 February 2020, 12:36:43
I think it would make more sense to offer 7u bottom row on the fixed plate and 6.25u on the universal plate. Quite a few European ISO layouts make frequent use of AltGr, which is reached more comfortably on a 6.25u bottom row.
Tbh, I just want a 7u fixed plate.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Bl4ck on Sat, 15 February 2020, 16:57:38
Yep. For iso that universal plate makes no sense. Atleast if u use actual iso
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kasterborous on Sun, 16 February 2020, 00:17:02
Quote from: manzel on Sat, 15 February 2020, 12:36:43
I think it would make more sense to offer 7u bottom row on the fixed plate and 6.25u on the universal plate. Quite a few European ISO layouts make frequent use of AltGr, which is reached more comfortably on a 6.25u bottom row.
Tbh, I just want a 7u fixed plate.

Quote from: Bl4ck on Sat, 15 February 2020, 16:57:38
Yep. For iso that universal plate makes no sense. Atleast if u use actual iso

Points taken, we're reworking the plate right now.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Jokuhemmo on Sun, 16 February 2020, 06:37:32
Could you do an acrylic bottom case or add acrylic strips between the top and bottom cases for underglow? There doesn't seem to be too many options for rectangular 60% cases with underglow and there seems to be a demand for some since the duck viper v3 gb filled its 100 spots in one minute.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - by Hex Keyboards
Post by: Kasterborous on Sun, 16 February 2020, 09:31:08
Quote from: Jokuhemmo on Sun, 16 February 2020, 06:37:32
Could you do an acrylic bottom case or add acrylic strips between the top and bottom cases for underglow? There doesn't seem to be too many options for rectangular 60% cases with underglow and there seems to be a demand for some since the duck viper v3 gb filled its 100 spots in one minute.
At this point, we're not going to be adjusting the design unless something catastrophic happens. For a first time runner, we believe that keeping things simple will benefit us due to our relative inexperience.
That said, we're planning to do a second round after this round concludes, with a limited 25 slots for polycarbonate housing. Do look out for that :)
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: Kasterborous on Wed, 26 February 2020, 03:02:08
The prototype is currently in queue for production. ETA is before 5th March, but I would probably give it a couple more days. In the meantime, we also got in touch with dr_derivative for some cool ass renders with his new and immaculate keyset, the ePBT TA Origins. Check em out in our original post!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: luvSIK on Sat, 29 February 2020, 06:24:22
interested!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: stoffelduss on Sat, 29 February 2020, 07:58:36
interested!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: equalunique on Fri, 13 March 2020, 09:57:11
Count me as interested.

I'm wanting to put in a XD75 PCB & so will have to do my own plate. Sharing a DXF file could help but I'm pretty sure I could replicate the demensions with enough precision. There could however be others interested in this as well as boardwalk, so that could be something to consider too.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: Applet on Fri, 13 March 2020, 10:36:14
Interested.

Is it possible to add split space support to the universal plate? (I can make my own otherwise)
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: equalunique on Fri, 13 March 2020, 12:02:11
Quote from: Applet on Fri, 13 March 2020, 10:36:14
Interested.

Is it possible to add split space support to the universal plate? (I can make my own otherwise)
+1

I'm interested in split space too. I'm keen on trying out a waffling60 PCB in one of these.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: Kasterborous on Sun, 15 March 2020, 20:59:14
Quote from: equalunique on Fri, 13 March 2020, 09:57:11
Count me as interested.

I'm wanting to put in a XD75 PCB & so will have to do my own plate. Sharing a DXF file could help but I'm pretty sure I could replicate the demensions with enough precision. There could however be others interested in this as well as boardwalk, so that could be something to consider too.

Quote from: Applet on Fri, 13 March 2020, 10:36:14
Interested.

Is it possible to add split space support to the universal plate? (I can make my own otherwise)

Quote from: equalunique on Fri, 13 March 2020, 12:02:11
Quote from: Applet on Fri, 13 March 2020, 10:36:14
Interested.

Is it possible to add split space support to the universal plate? (I can make my own otherwise)
+1

I'm interested in split space too. I'm keen on trying out a waffling60 PCB in one of these.

We will be releasing the plate files soon after we fulfill the first round of GB, so feel free to modify those to your own liking.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: Kasterborous on Sun, 15 March 2020, 22:22:33
Closing on 550 responses as of 16/3/20. Thank you guys for the tremendous support! We will be moving over to the GB phase once our second prototype arrives, and when the typing tests are completed.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: lush_bunny on Mon, 16 March 2020, 02:51:41
Congrats on having so many responses. Dumb question: what if we decide to not use the plate, is it dangerous to go through with this 'plateless gasket' mount?
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: Mcnos on Mon, 16 March 2020, 03:22:19
That plate looks interesting
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: Kasterborous on Mon, 16 March 2020, 08:08:50
Quote from: lush_bunny on Mon, 16 March 2020, 02:51:41
Congrats on having so many responses. Dumb question: what if we decide to not use the plate, is it dangerous to go through with this 'plateless gasket' mount?

The PCB wouldn't have anywhere to mount properly without the plate, as the dimensions of the PCB would be smaller than where the plate will sit.
You can feel free to experiment with different plate materials and layouts once we get the plate files released though  :p

Quote from: Mcnos on Mon, 16 March 2020, 03:22:19
That plate looks interesting

Thanks!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: Kasterborous on Wed, 01 April 2020, 07:54:52
Small update:

We're prepping for the GB to start within the next two weeks. More up to date pictures, renders and overall information can be found in our Discord (https://discord.gg/8AqgdBq). Thank you!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: tex_live_utility on Wed, 01 April 2020, 08:08:07
Quote from: Kasterborous on Wed, 01 April 2020, 07:54:52
Small update:

We're prepping for the GB to start within the next two weeks. More up to date pictures, renders and overall information can be found in our Discord (https://discord.gg/8AqgdBq). Thank you!

Can you please consider posting that information here as well? Not everyone uses Discord.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: Kasterborous on Wed, 01 April 2020, 08:12:56
Quote from: tex_live_utility on Wed, 01 April 2020, 08:08:07
Quote from: Kasterborous on Wed, 01 April 2020, 07:54:52
Small update:

We're prepping for the GB to start within the next two weeks. More up to date pictures, renders and overall information can be found in our Discord (https://discord.gg/8AqgdBq). Thank you!

Can you please consider posting that information here as well? Not everyone uses Discord.

Yeah, I'm currently in the midst of updating the main post. I just thought discord would be the faster option since most of our updates go there first :)
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: tex_live_utility on Wed, 01 April 2020, 08:17:52
Thanks.

$140 seems way too good to be true at these quantities. Is there any contingency at all for remaking defective parts? Is there at least a physical prototype?
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: Kasterborous on Wed, 01 April 2020, 08:26:28
Quote from: tex_live_utility on Wed, 01 April 2020, 08:17:52
Thanks.

$140 seems way too good to be true at these quantities. Is there any contingency at all for remaking defective parts? Is there at least a physical prototype?

Yes we've got an agreement with the factory with regards to defective parts should it arise. 2nd prototype is on the way to us at the moment, will have more pictures and typing tests available in the next few days :)
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: Afteryou on Sun, 05 April 2020, 06:02:11
Love this! In for one!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: CK_Aaron on Sun, 05 April 2020, 13:22:36
Will it work with WT-60D?
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: L8T on Sun, 05 April 2020, 13:29:17
I dub thee Tofu Slayer! Absolute banger for the price.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C - A Premium Budget 60%
Post by: Kasterborous on Sun, 05 April 2020, 21:17:03
Quote from: Afteryou on Sun, 05 April 2020, 06:02:11
Love this! In for one!

Thank you for the love!

Quote from: CK_Aaron on Sun, 05 April 2020, 13:22:36
Will it work with WT-60D?

Yes, it will! We have also made adjustments for the case to fit PCBs with mini-USB B ports, so older 60% PCBs (GH60 etc) would work with the 3C.

Quote from: L8T on Sun, 05 April 2020, 13:29:17
I dub thee Tofu Slayer! Absolute banger for the price.

Thank you!
With the 3C, we aim to provide a no-frills yet premium typing experience at an affordable price point.
The Tofu was the gateway drug to this hobby for many of us because of its build quality, affordability, and availability.
Hopefully, the HEX.3C can be mentioned under the same breath as the legendary Tofu someday ;)
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: Kasterborous on Mon, 06 April 2020, 15:07:08
Hi all! The group buy will officially start on the 9th of April, 2200 hours GMT+8. Best of luck, and thanks for your support!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: FredBananaz on Mon, 06 April 2020, 16:24:50
Good luck on all of you joining this group buy. Unfortunately I'll have to wait out until a second run, but I'm interested to hear what people have to think about this board.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: desibidu on Mon, 06 April 2020, 17:30:33
Not sure if this was already discussed and its pretty close to GB date.
Any chance to add a a rose gold option?
US shipping seems high, any chance to reduce that?
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: rockydbull on Mon, 06 April 2020, 19:25:34
Quote from: desibidu on Mon, 06 April 2020, 17:30:33
Not sure if this was already discussed and its pretty close to GB date.
Any chance to add a a rose gold option?
US shipping seems high, any chance to reduce that?

whats the us shipping?
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: Kasterborous on Mon, 06 April 2020, 20:49:30
Quote from: desibidu on Mon, 06 April 2020, 17:30:33
Not sure if this was already discussed and its pretty close to GB date.
Any chance to add a a rose gold option?
US shipping seems high, any chance to reduce that?

Quote from: rockydbull on Mon, 06 April 2020, 19:25:34
Quote from: desibidu on Mon, 06 April 2020, 17:30:33
Not sure if this was already discussed and its pretty close to GB date.
Any chance to add a a rose gold option?
US shipping seems high, any chance to reduce that?

whats the us shipping?

The price we got from our shipping partner was at USD 36. We will try looking for other options amidst these trying times. Shipping prices have been affected by the virus.
It's unlikely we'll add another color option as of now. But rose-gold will definitely be in our sights for the subsequent rounds.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: godofdeath on Mon, 06 April 2020, 22:36:45
What time is the GB starting? Is it on a separate site?
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: Kasterborous on Tue, 07 April 2020, 06:53:41
Quote from: godofdeath on Mon, 06 April 2020, 22:36:45
What time is the GB starting? Is it on a separate site?

I'm currently waiting on the GB page to be approved by geekhack mods.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: FireLock on Wed, 08 April 2020, 00:59:06
This is very awesome

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Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: Unborn1993 on Wed, 08 April 2020, 09:52:44
very nice bros  :thumb:
can't wait to watch the sound test
hope it's good  :D
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: Jade on Wed, 08 April 2020, 11:44:07
Is a DZ60 compatible with the WKL layout?
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: rockydbull on Wed, 08 April 2020, 12:15:36
yeah it supports a wkl layout
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: mattijs on Wed, 08 April 2020, 12:15:58
Excited about this. I think I have a PCB laying around somewhere that I can use.
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: Jade on Wed, 08 April 2020, 16:15:32
Quote from: rockydbull on Wed, 08 April 2020, 12:15:36
yeah it supports a wkl layout

Oh that's great!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: Kasterborous on Thu, 09 April 2020, 07:46:13
Around 1h 15mins to go to the GB, GB page still ain't approved, so do lookout for a post on /r/mm or join the discord to access the foem and join the GB. Thanks all, for your support :)
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: HypeZero on Thu, 09 April 2020, 19:47:02
IC filled!
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: CYFX on Thu, 09 April 2020, 20:00:32
Quote from: HypeZero on Thu, 09 April 2020, 19:47:02
IC filled!

GB is over so IC is done too
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: AIRPOTTER on Fri, 10 April 2020, 14:41:19
interested
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: kevchigga on Wed, 15 April 2020, 14:12:07
Super excited for this board! But let me get this straight, it's $140 for the case(hhkb, wkl, regular of our choice?) + the plate + the poron foam? No pcb, correct?

Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: pchoi on Wed, 15 April 2020, 15:10:08
Looks great! Good luck with the gb. If I may, round 2 would be great with a polycarb option (and maybe less sharp edges)
Title: Re: [IC] HEX.3C GB STARTS 09/04/20!
Post by: rockydbull on Wed, 15 April 2020, 15:30:38
Quote from: kevchigga on Wed, 15 April 2020, 14:12:07
Super excited for this board! But let me get this straight, it's $140 for the case(hhkb, wkl, regular of our choice?) + the plate + the poron foam? No pcb, correct?

Correct plus shipping