Next time please put everyone’s email in BCC instead of CC :(
(Regarding the mass email sent out ~15 minutes ago)
Looks swag, but 65€ for the Signs kit? Like really?
Yeah, that will be a tough decision... Thanks for clearing up the costs, Oblotzky. I think the poor wallet will have to suck it upLooks swag, but 65€ for the Signs kit? Like really?
9 new legends at 150 EUR each, plus a lot of color changes and different key sizes/rows. Seems about right.
Two more ad hoc renders under lighting!Your renders just keep getting better, its amazing how much better these are than your earlier blank not quite cherry profile ones.
Two more ad hoc renders under lighting!Your renders just keep getting better, its amazing how much better these are than your earlier blank not quite cherry profile ones.
Looks swag, but 65€ for the Signs kit? Like really?
9 new legends at 150 EUR each, plus a lot of color changes and different key sizes/rows. Seems about right.
Two more ad hoc renders under lighting!Your renders just keep getting better, its amazing how much better these are than your earlier blank not quite cherry profile ones.
a projection for metropolis? 500 should be within reach!
a projection for metropolis? 500 should be within reach!
I think at this rate, 500 is definitely doable. :)
I love the deskmat so much, great design! The colors are perfect. Doesn't sound like you'll need it, but good luck with the GB!Yeah, the deskmat is awesome! Would work great even on its own but with the caps it will be a perfect combo ;)
the deskpad and cable must be shipped separately. In addition to the keycap set, thats a total of 3 shipping fees to pay. (annoyed)
the deskpad and cable must be shipped separately. In addition to the keycap set, thats a total of 3 shipping fees to pay. (annoyed)
Yes, they are separate group buys with vastly different shipping dates. Expecting 1 shipping fee when all 3 products will be shipped separately is silly and selfish.
This set is the fastest selling set I have sold before. It has doubled the base kits that Bentō sold in the same amount of time. Pretty impressive.
Just a quick update here. With current numbers (and a very conservative estimate on the vendors that haven't given us updates) i can confidently say that we've already met MOQ on BASE, SIGNS, and BLOCKS!!! We did this in 3 days, which is crazy... Thanks to all for the great support on this run! The Midnight kit is not far behind on MOQ either, so i fully expect it to reach MOQ sooner rather than later.
Just a quick update here. With current numbers (and a very conservative estimate on the vendors that haven't given us updates) i can confidently say that we've already met MOQ on BASE, SIGNS, and BLOCKS!!! We did this in 3 days, which is crazy... Thanks to all for the great support on this run! The Midnight kit is not far behind on MOQ either, so i fully expect it to reach MOQ sooner rather than later.
Just a quick update here. With current numbers (and a very conservative estimate on the vendors that haven't given us updates) i can confidently say that we've already met MOQ on BASE, SIGNS, and BLOCKS!!! We did this in 3 days, which is crazy... Thanks to all for the great support on this run! The Midnight kit is not far behind on MOQ either, so i fully expect it to reach MOQ sooner rather than later.
Now we have to aim for 500 MOQ!
Will there be a price drop at 500?
any news about numbers?
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Any update?
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I just went in for a base kit, saving my money for in case I win a keyforge and since I'm also looking into buying Mizu, Vapourwave, and Miami Dolch R2. So many caps coming out that I might need to start selling my older sets to make space for these ones lol. This is an awesome set though so maybe if I don't manage to win an artisan raffle, I'll look into getting the signs set although the spacebars are enticing except I'd be paying 30 dollars to just use one blue spacebar when maybe i could just steal it from mizu.
Awww darn, I can hear my wallet crying... Really gotta make room for new keys, this set is so amazing.I just went in for a base kit, saving my money for in case I win a keyforge and since I'm also looking into buying Mizu, Vapourwave, and Miami Dolch R2. So many caps coming out that I might need to start selling my older sets to make space for these ones lol. This is an awesome set though so maybe if I don't manage to win an artisan raffle, I'll look into getting the signs set although the spacebars are enticing except I'd be paying 30 dollars to just use one blue spacebar when maybe i could just steal it from mizu.
Because we are letting the entry time for the artisans run the full length of the buy, invoicing for them will likely come after the GB period has already ended.
Any update?
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Current status:
everything has made MOQ except for midnight kit, which is coming ever closer. At the current rate it will definitely make it by the end of the buy :).
Due to our early MOQ I’ve also started work on color sampling. Currently I am matching the colors to RAL which is a better color system for GMK to get accurate.
KF artisans will be coming soon!
Is there any chance the color sample will be provided before the GB ends?
Is there any chance the color sample will be provided before the GB ends?
Is there any chance the color sample will be provided before the GB ends?
Is there any chance the color sample will be provided before the GB ends?
Trying to get samples in the weeks we have left is a bit too ambitious. Bento was able to start colors early as well, and only recently began receiving samples.
Is that so? I've joined in the GB, just hoping the final product won't be like GMK Phantom.
Will we get another update on kit counts soon? I'm interested to see how we're doing beyond the first few days.
Will we get another update on kit counts soon? I'm interested to see how we're doing beyond the first few days.
I've updated the main post, but currently without extras and a few vendors information being 3+ days old, we are doing fantastic at
Base 350
Midnight 62
Signs 239
Blocks 156
Will we get another update on kit counts soon? I'm interested to see how we're doing beyond the first few days.
I've updated the main post, but currently without extras and a few vendors information being 3+ days old, we are doing fantastic at
Base 350
Midnight 62
Signs 239
Blocks 156
Also, just want to say that NovelKeys will buy out any missing sets to get Midnight to hit MOQ! :) although, I doubt we will need to by the end of the GB with the way the numbers are going.
No price drops as far as I know apart from signs may go down to 56 euro for Europe, and if we hit moq more caps may be added as a bonus!Will we get another update on kit counts soon? I'm interested to see how we're doing beyond the first few days.
I've updated the main post, but currently without extras and a few vendors information being 3+ days old, we are doing fantastic at
Base 350
Midnight 62
Signs 239
Blocks 156
Also, just want to say that NovelKeys will buy out any missing sets to get Midnight to hit MOQ! :) although, I doubt we will need to by the end of the GB with the way the numbers are going.
Any possibilities of price drop at higher MoQ? Particularly for Sings? Want it, but hard to pull the trigger at 50 bucks :eek:
...signs may go down to 56 euro for Europe...
That's what I have found to...signs may go down to 56 euro for Europe...
That would be very nice. The signs kit seems to be disproportionately more expensive compared to the euro/dollar prices of the other kits.
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...signs may go down to 56 euro for Europe...
That would be very nice. The signs kit seems to be disproportionately more expensive compared to the euro/dollar prices of the other kits.
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...signs may go down to 56 euro for Europe...
That would be very nice. The signs kit seems to be disproportionately more expensive compared to the euro/dollar prices of the other kits.
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Yeah, I mentioned that right at the start. It's the reason I'm staying out so far, since without Signs kit what's the point and with it it's bloody expensive...
on Novelkeys.xyz the price of the base kit will be reduced?
on Novelkeys.xyz the price of the base kit will be reduced?
Nope. The only price getting adjusted was the signs kit on mykeyboard.eu. All other kits are correctly priced
on Novelkeys.xyz the price of the base kit will be reduced?
Nope. The only price getting adjusted was the signs kit on mykeyboard.eu. All other kits are correctly priced
It didn't actually get adjusted tho :(
on Novelkeys.xyz the price of the base kit will be reduced?
Nope. The only price getting adjusted was the signs kit on mykeyboard.eu. All other kits are correctly priced
It didn't actually get adjusted tho :(
on Novelkeys.xyz the price of the base kit will be reduced?
Nope. The only price getting adjusted was the signs kit on mykeyboard.eu. All other kits are correctly priced
It didn't actually get adjusted tho :(
It’s changed now! I was able to confirm as well. Sorry for mixup and the delay getting this fixed guys.
It’s changed now! I was able to confirm as well. Sorry for mixup and the delay getting this fixed guys.
Quick update for everyone! KeyForge caps are here! I've included a section on the main post outlining the details, but for those following along... these turned out AWESOME. Super stoked to have these to match the set!
Anyone have any idea how much one of the artisans will go for if you actually get a chance to buy it?Probably 70$
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Anyone have any idea how much one of the artisans will go for if you actually get a chance to buy it?Probably 70$
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1 base kit = 1 entry for keyforge or irregardless of how manu set you purchase it still considered 1 entry?
1 base kit = 1 entry for keyforge or irregardless of how manu set you purchase it still considered 1 entry?
This will be limited to one entry per person, and that a base kit is required for entry.
1 base kit = 1 entry for keyforge or irregardless of how manu set you purchase it still considered 1 entry?
This will be limited to one entry per person, and that a base kit is required for entry.
Since the ‘identifier’ is the order number, how do you ensure that a person with multiple order numbers is sieved out? Although, it would also make sense if people buying more sets are given more chances.
Also, the raffle is open for international folks as well yeah?
1 base kit = 1 entry for keyforge or irregardless of how manu set you purchase it still considered 1 entry?
This will be limited to one entry per person, and that a base kit is required for entry.
Since the ‘identifier’ is the order number, how do you ensure that a person with multiple order numbers is sieved out? Although, it would also make sense if people buying more sets are given more chances.
Also, the raffle is open for international folks as well yeah?
My first group buy! keeping my fingers crossed for the raffle, any word on when it'll open?
Will the raffle randomize sculpt or will there be a separate raffle for each sculpt.My first group buy! keeping my fingers crossed for the raffle, any word on when it'll open?
Trying for tonight or tomorrow! Just need to make a few form adjustments. Stay tuned!
Will the raffle randomize sculpt or will there be a separate raffle for each sculpt.My first group buy! keeping my fingers crossed for the raffle, any word on when it'll open?
Trying for tonight or tomorrow! Just need to make a few form adjustments. Stay tuned!
Boop thock
In for a base, midnight and blocks. Hopefully the artisan too ;) Will the people who won the raffle just be emailed by the email they purchased with? Sorry, I'm sure you are sick of answering questions about the damn artisan, lol.
EDIT: Also my first post and first group buy, huzzah!
In for a base, midnight and blocks. Hopefully the artisan too ;) Will the people who won the raffle just be emailed by the email they purchased with? Sorry, I'm sure you are sick of answering questions about the damn artisan, lol.
EDIT: Also my first post and first group buy, huzzah!
Welcome to the madness!
:D
Raffle needs to hurry up! I need to know If I win an artisan or not! XD
If I plan on ordering the cable and deskmat on novel keys do I need to do it on separate order for each one?Yes. Each item ships from a separate place and at separate times. This is what causes the need for individual orders
@nephlockUnfortunately rendering for this set is completed, so we won’t be able to provide any additional ones on request. Looking at that board though, it has a more classic red whereas metros red has a little more orange in it. On the whole it would probably still look great on that board, and would just come down to how much variance you’ll allow in the reds matching
Would it be possible to make a rendering of metropolis with a red keyboard?
Im trying to see if this keyboard will match well:
https://kono.store/products/heavy-shell-barix?variant=21802687791187
Quick update as we come down the last leg of the buy!WOAH HYPE HYPE HYPE
4/22 - numbers
Base - 823
Midnight - 186
Signs - 578
Blocks - 391
We are SO close to 1,000 base kits! Here is what we have in store should we hit 1,000 base kits sold:
- If we make it to 1,000 base kits sold, I'll be beefing up the base kit a bit with a few additional caps! Caps are still undetermined, but should we hit this goal i'd love to hear what you think! Possibilities could be extended compatibility caps, additional accents, or some novelties added into the base.
- If that wasn't enough, Novelkeys will be also be giving one lucky order their base kit free of charge. BLESS.
- BUT WAIT! There's more! Spread the word, and show your enthusiasm. We'll be giving one lucky winner a free Metropolis base kit. Enter by filling out this form (https://forms.gle/MGFfaipEU5RwHbcg6)
Outside of the stretch goals, Novelkeys has graciously awarded the first TWO winners of the artisan raffle a free ride! He'll be picking up the Keyforge tab for you, and all you have to do is enjoy the cap!
:eek: :eek: :eek:
Big thanks to all of you here in the thread for the support in making this a stellar GB!
Wait. No one won the artisans yet right?!?!??!! lol
If we make it to 1,000 base kits sold, I'll be beefing up the base kit a bit with a few additional caps! Caps are still undetermined, but should we hit this goal i'd love to hear what you think! Possibilities could be extended compatibility caps, additional accents, or some novelties added into the base.
Is there an exact number of amount of Keyforge artisans that will be available?
Is there an exact number of amount of Keyforge artisans that will be available?
There is not, as they are still yet to be made. I have been told that due to the complexity of the colorway, it will definitely be less than were available for simpler runs (like terminal or taro)
If we make it to 1,000 base kits sold, I'll be beefing up the base kit a bit with a few additional caps! Caps are still undetermined, but should we hit this goal i'd love to hear what you think! Possibilities could be extended compatibility caps, additional accents, or some novelties added into the base.
R3 PgUp, R4 PgDn, please. Thanks for considering it.
Will it be possible to order the Metropolis cable later or this is the only chance to get it? Also if I order it on novelkeys do I need to order each item separately or I can do it on a single order?I can answer the cable question. The cable can be ordered after the group buy through my site/form. Ordering now allows you to get in on the group buy pricing.
Will it be possible to order the Metropolis cable later or this is the only chance to get it? Also if I order it on novelkeys do I need to order each item separately or I can do it on a single order?And for the other part I asked the same question to novel keys. You will need to make separate orders for cable/deskmat/keycaps as they will not have the same ship times.
Will it be possible to order the Metropolis cable later or this is the only chance to get it? Also if I order it on novelkeys do I need to order each item separately or I can do it on a single order?I can answer the cable question. The cable can be ordered after the group buy through my site/form. Ordering now allows you to get in on the group buy pricing.
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One question, if I order one with the aviator connector will it be possible to order one separate cable head?
If we make it to 1,000 base kits sold, I'll be beefing up the base kit a bit with a few additional caps! Caps are still undetermined, but should we hit this goal i'd love to hear what you think! Possibilities could be extended compatibility caps, additional accents, or some novelties added into the base.
R3 PgUp, R4 PgDn, please. Thanks for considering it.
Hey guys, quick update as we come down to the last 24hrs. We're currently at 960 base kits! I think we might pull this off! You guys are INCREDIBLE! :eek: :eek: :eek:That's insane, really good job on the set and it deserves this success. Can't wait to get it in the fall.
Wow, good luck with making 1000! I just joined in as well!
1,000 base kits have been hit! Giveaways are going to happen along with more keycaps in the base kit. :)
WE MADE IT!!!!Congrats, that's awesome! Metropolis is such a beautiful set, and the deskmat matches it perfectly. Can't wait to get it!
I've created a form for everyone to voice their opinion on what additional keycaps should be added. This should give me a decent idea on where the majority of you fall and better help me put the most bang back in!
https://forms.gle/XmVwckTf4Lys3cx68
When will the KeyForge raffle take place?I think the form is open till th 30th, so I guess shortly after.
@nephlock
Is the render with TGR Jane using TGR Jane CE version?
First off, a HUGE THANK YOU to everyone that helped, contributed, sent energy, and jumped in on this GB. It has been a massive success, especially considering that April has been RICH with many great keysets. I'm floored by the amount of support on this set!
Final numbers are still coming in, but we are expecting to roll over that 1200 mark once we have the final numbers from all proxies.
Base - 1188
Midnight - 252
Signs - 787
Blocks - 550
We've also run the raffle on the 1,000 mark keyset giveaway, and the winner is Geekhacks own user: Eyedrop. Congrats! Novelkeys will be reaching out to you to coordinate :).
Extra Keys
Please make sure you cast you vote on what extra keys you'd like to see added to the base: https://forms.gle/XmVwckTf4Lys3cx68.
Currently, additional accents (yellow enter, teal arrows) is in the lead! I'll be collecting feedback through the weekend, and lock the kit down early next week.
Keyforge
The keyforge artisan form will remain open until April 30th, to allow everyone time to get their entry in. winners will be chosen and invoiced shortly after
BIG <3
-Neph
Add a 1.25u Fn key on R4 would be better. I'm gonna put this set on my Filco keyboard. :)Oh, it doesn't have it? I could use it as well... Ofc we can substitute other keys, but it's not the same ;)
:eek: OMG! I can't believe I won. Thanks for organizing the GB and making this a reality.
GMK Metropolis is indeed a great keyset. I can't wait!
Does the 40 percent compatibility mentioned in the extra keys form mean ortholinear 40 percent (everything 1u) or staggered (something like 1.25 R3 Tab and 1.75 R3 Enter)?
Also just wanted to add my congratulations for such a successful GB. Novelties and deskmats in particular were such a home run! Now comes the least fun part haha :/
Does the 40 percent compatibility mentioned in the extra keys form mean ortholinear 40 percent (everything 1u) or staggered (something like 1.25 R3 Tab and 1.75 R3 Enter)?
Also just wanted to add my congratulations for such a successful GB. Novelties and deskmats in particular were such a home run! Now comes the least fun part haha :/
Because we only have the availability to add a few keys, it would have to be the latter of those.
GOOD NEWS EVERYONE!Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/8JCCv2K.png?2)
After analyzing the data on the extra keys form, the overall single winner was to add in some additional accents. However, in talking with both Mike @ NovelKeys and GMK, we also wanted to help out the other areas that were voted high, especially with some of the layout keys that help this set actually get on to more boards.
I've ended at the following extra keys.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/HfK1DQu.png)
- Yellow Return - To give a proper mod color accent to this key
- Teal Arrow Cluster - This gives another option for arrows, as well as provides a much requested accent for those that got the midnight kit
- "N" Logo Novelty - My personal mark, but also isn't out of place sitting next to the current novelties
- 2U Shift - This will give proper compatibility to those using the "compressed" 60% layout, as well as some smaller boards
- 1.25 Tab / 1.75 Return - These keys will help give correct row-profile and legend coverage to some popular sub-60% boards
I'm absolutely thrilled that we'll be able to get in this many extra keys, as i believe it gives a little bit back to every major category that was voted for.
GOOD NEWS EVERYONE!Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/8JCCv2K.png?2)
After analyzing the data on the extra keys form, the overall single winner was to add in some additional accents. However, in talking with both Mike @ NovelKeys and GMK, we also wanted to help out the other areas that were voted high, especially with some of the layout keys that help this set actually get on to more boards.
I've ended at the following extra keys.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/HfK1DQu.png)
- Yellow Return - To give a proper mod color accent to this key
- Teal Arrow Cluster - This gives another option for arrows, as well as provides a much requested accent for those that got the midnight kit
- "N" Logo Novelty - My personal mark, but also isn't out of place sitting next to the current novelties
- 2U Shift - This will give proper compatibility to those using the "compressed" 60% layout, as well as some smaller boards
- 1.25 Tab / 1.75 Return - These keys will help give correct row-profile and legend coverage to some popular sub-60% boards
I'm absolutely thrilled that we'll be able to get in this many extra keys, as i believe it gives a little bit back to every major category that was voted for.
Wow great additions. I didn't think it would be anywhere near that many.
How do you find GB order number?Should be in your confirmation email after checking out.
Quick update on the Keyforge raffle. The form is now CLOSED, and the raffle will be taking place soon. We will still have to cross reference the wins with orders from all the vendors, so it may take a few days. Promise i will update everyone when invoices are finally going out! We will also announce the two winners of their free cap! Fingers crossed everyone!
I like the cut of your gib, you've got my voteQuick update on the Keyforge raffle. The form is now CLOSED, and the raffle will be taking place soon. We will still have to cross reference the wins with orders from all the vendors, so it may take a few days. Promise i will update everyone when invoices are finally going out! We will also announce the two winners of their free cap! Fingers crossed everyone!
I am perfectly ok with you just announcing me as the winner right now to everyone... if it makes it easier for you... just saying... 3 days sounds like a lot of work... trying to help you out.
I like the cut of your gib, you've got my vote
:<I like the cut of your gib, you've got my vote
Jib. This isn't a fps reference!
I assume KF invoices are out?
I assume KF invoices are out?
Not yet. We’re still verifying the purchases with the entries. Should finish that out this weekend. I will update everyone as soon as the invoices start going out, and let you know when it’s been completed :)
Havent gotten tracking yet..ETA is September?
Havent gotten tracking yet..ETA is September?
¯\_(ツ)_/¯Havent gotten tracking yet..ETA is September?
Wuz joke
What board is everyone pairing with these puppies? I'm thinking the Satisfaction 75, can't decide blue or dark gray though...Xeno cuz its my dream board
What board is everyone pairing with these puppies? I'm thinking the Satisfaction 75, can't decide blue or dark gray though...Xeno cuz its my dream board
SAMPLES IN
Here are the first samples from GMK!Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/7lOOnj8.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/uHYo0ht.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/1Nl0N3i.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/df9LB5c.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/yDVO8oW.jpg)
VIEW FULL ALBUM / COMPARISONS (https://imgur.com/a/G6nQgD6)
Overall i think GMK did a great job. My initial notes are that the teal and the yellow, while close to the mark, have lost some of their saturation and need to be pumped up a bit.
SAMPLES IN
Here are the first samples from GMK!Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/7lOOnj8.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/uHYo0ht.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/1Nl0N3i.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/df9LB5c.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/yDVO8oW.jpg)
VIEW FULL ALBUM / COMPARISONS (https://imgur.com/a/G6nQgD6)
Overall i think GMK did a great job. My initial notes are that the teal and the yellow, while close to the mark, have lost some of their saturation and need to be pumped up a bit.
So what are the legended keys there for? Like the black escape. Is that what we want? Is that the sample? Or is that just a random key to confuse us.
So what are the legended keys there for? Like the black escape. Is that what we want? Is that the sample? Or is that just a random key to confuse us.
It's just a comparison of GMK WoB to the metropolis sample colors
Got it, you had me so confusedSo what are the legended keys there for? Like the black escape. Is that what we want? Is that the sample? Or is that just a random key to confuse us.
It's just a comparison of GMK WoB to the metropolis sample colors
This is correct. If you look through the Imgur album it tells what the comparison keys are. I included caps from some current keysets to give people more of a sense of the color
I missed the vote for what additional keys were possibly going to be added to the base kit. Obviously I can't vote anymore, but does anyone have a list of all the keys that were options in the poll?
I missed the vote for what additional keys were possibly going to be added to the base kit. Obviously I can't vote anymore, but does anyone have a list of all the keys that were options in the poll?
I _think_ the options were 1) accent keys, 2) extended compatibility, 3) novelties, 4) 40s kit. I do not remember exactly what the keys were, though (some examples were specified).
Just me or is the red/orange not quite matching renders? Seems a little too saturated or something?Red is notoriously difficult to capture faithfully, it often comes out more saturated than it really is. I'd not worry about it too much ;-)
Just me or is the red/orange not quite matching renders? Seems a little too saturated or something?Red is notoriously difficult to capture faithfully, it often comes out more saturated than it really is. I'd not worry about it too much ;-)
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Anyone else a little disappointed we didn't get a yellow f5-f8 key? I guess a lot of people use 40%-65% boards so it doesn't really matter for them.
This was an area that I went through some debate on. Had I included the yellow f5-8 keys in the base, that would have meant adding 4 additional keys to the midnight kit in order to keep coverage. Ultimately I decided that by making the whole F-row uniform in the base we could keep the cost of both kits appropriate. Hope you understand :)
SAMPLES IN
Here are the first samples from GMK!Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/7lOOnj8.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/uHYo0ht.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/1Nl0N3i.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/df9LB5c.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/yDVO8oW.jpg)
VIEW FULL ALBUM / COMPARISONS (https://imgur.com/a/G6nQgD6)
Overall i think GMK did a great job. My initial notes are that the teal and the yellow, while close to the mark, have lost some of their saturation and need to be pumped up a bit.
We need a rerun of this setI'll take SA Metropolis in 223333
We need a rerun of this set
We need a rerun of this setI'll take SA Metropolis in 223333
I meant like the profile of 2-2-3-3-3-3 instead of standard sculpt lol, didn't think it would take a couple hundred thousand years to getWe need a rerun of this setI'll take SA Metropolis in 223333
Thankfully, it should be at least sooner than this
I meant like the profile of 2-2-3-3-3-3 instead of standard sculpt lol, didn't think it would take a couple hundred thousand years to getWe need a rerun of this setI'll take SA Metropolis in 223333
Thankfully, it should be at least sooner than this
Hey is there anywhere else I can order the Metropolis cable? I missed out on the GB for that and I want a matching one but they're all sold out :(
Got my deskmats today. The large one looks great, but what's up with the messed up aspect ratio on the smaller one? All the "circles" are clearly oval. It looks like the middle portion of the large deskmat was resized horizontally to fit on the small deskmat. Pretty disappointed with that...Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190618/788f82ce0ea8754abdcf01529f8e6053.jpg)
Got my deskmats today. The large one looks great, but what's up with the messed up aspect ratio on the smaller one? All the "circles" are clearly oval. It looks like the middle portion of the large deskmat was resized horizontally to fit on the small deskmat. Pretty disappointed with that...Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190618/788f82ce0ea8754abdcf01529f8e6053.jpg)
This should not have happened, the sample I approved was not distorted at all like the one you received. Let me see what I can find out! Stand by.
Got my deskmats today. The large one looks great, but what's up with the messed up aspect ratio on the smaller one? All the "circles" are clearly oval. It looks like the middle portion of the large deskmat was resized horizontally to fit on the small deskmat. Pretty disappointed with that...Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190618/788f82ce0ea8754abdcf01529f8e6053.jpg)
Gonna talk to my manufacturer about this. Not sure if this is a one off error, but I wont be able to find out much until we receive the deskpads in the states (can take up to 30-40 days to get them).
So. USA will be a month or more out? Just curious as other areas are receiving their orders.
Interesting, how come we got them that much earlier in the EU? And thanks for looking into this! I'm hoping this is not a widespread issue and I can get a replacement. Not too worried about the money, I'd just love to have the smaller pad too.
This should not have happened, the sample I approved was not distorted at all like the one you received. Let me see what I can find out! Stand by.
Gonna talk to my manufacturer about this. Not sure if this is a one off error, but I wont be able to find out much until we receive the deskpads in the states (can take up to 30-40 days to get them).
But we will get this figured out.
I’ve checked and seems like all the small mats have same problem.
I am going to contact NovelKeys to see what should be done for replacements. He didn’t receive them yet, so I’m not sure he knows about the problem yet.
As soon as I have more information I will come back to you.
Just FYI, I reached out to MyKeyboard.eu and asked them to check the extras they have in stock:
Oof, that sounds like a nightmare of a headache for y'all. Hope you manage to resolve it quickly and without too much hassle.
Just FYI, I reached out to MyKeyboard.eu and asked them to check the extras they have in stock:
We are working on this, but it could take some time to get figured out with the factory. We will update once we have figured it out.
Update!Lovin it!!!!!
I've received the second round of color samples after the adjustments I had to the teal and yellow.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/ZHTmN5d.jpg)
Round 2 Teal (Right) - Nailed! this is exactly what i was hoping for.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/tW0PmfM.jpg)
Round 2 Yellow (left) - I had asked for a bit more saturation, and they've done that admirably. However it takes it off the mark.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/bXuHMlM.jpg)
The Final Four
My comments from the first round were that the teal and yellow needed a saturation boost. They both felt like they fell short just a bit when compared together. After placing in the updated teal the original yellow provided feels much more appropriate, and i feel confident in these colors!
We're there peeps!
Update!
I've received the second round of color samples after the adjustments I had to the teal and yellow.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/ZHTmN5d.jpg)
Round 2 Teal (Right) - Nailed! this is exactly what i was hoping for.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/tW0PmfM.jpg)
Round 2 Yellow (left) - I had asked for a bit more saturation, and they've done that admirably. However it takes it off the mark.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/bXuHMlM.jpg)
The Final Four
My comments from the first round were that the teal and yellow needed a saturation boost. They both felt like they fell short just a bit when compared together. After placing in the updated teal the original yellow provided feels much more appropriate, and i feel confident in these colors!
We're there peeps!
What color are the deskmats in person? In the original group buy pictures the backdrops looked navy, but in the pictures posted here they look black to me.They’re still navy blue. Check the stitching for reference in the pictures. The stitching is black.
Ah the stitching is a good reference, thank you. :DWhat color are the deskmats in person? In the original group buy pictures the backdrops looked navy, but in the pictures posted here they look black to me.They’re still navy blue. Check the stitching for reference in the pictures. The stitching is black.
Is it too early to ask about the next round? I missed the last one.
Yes novelkeys has stated he has a lot of metro extras and he expects it to last 1.5 monthsIs it too early to ask about the next round? I missed the last one.
There will probably be some extras that you can try to get.
Are there any specific updates on when the cables will be shipped this August?
Are there any specific updates on when the cables will be shipped this August?
There are not. They cables are still being made, and the estimate was that they would be finished this month. If we get any more news on that, we will update our page - https://novelkeys.xyz/pages/updates
is there any ETA on this set other than September?
How does transferring GB spot work? I purchased a base set from Novelkeys. If anyone want to work this out please let me know. Thx
(love this set but had a few impulse buys on pre-order sets. bento and sa voc. now I need money)
When are the cables suppose to ship? I thought those were already suppose to be sent out.
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I saw that there was a delay but nothing about it in the GB thread so I thought I would mention that NovelKeys update page now shows shipping has slipped to October.Thank you for this! Slight delay, but not by much. The original estimate was the end of september, but it’s now looking like the second week in October. We’re almost there!
https://novelkeys.xyz/pages/updates (https://novelkeys.xyz/pages/updates)
I saw that there was a delay but nothing about it in the GB thread so I thought I would mention that NovelKeys update page now shows shipping has slipped to October.Thank you for this! Slight delay, but not by much. The original estimate was the end of september, but it’s now looking like the second week in October. We’re almost there!
https://novelkeys.xyz/pages/updates (https://novelkeys.xyz/pages/updates)
Novelkeys ordered a bunch of extras, so there will be some available for those who missed outI saw that there was a delay but nothing about it in the GB thread so I thought I would mention that NovelKeys update page now shows shipping has slipped to October.Thank you for this! Slight delay, but not by much. The original estimate was the end of september, but it’s now looking like the second week in October. We’re almost there!
https://novelkeys.xyz/pages/updates (https://novelkeys.xyz/pages/updates)
You have probably already answered but will there be any leftovers for resale or just have to look forward for the resale market? Thanks!
Any updates?
Any word on when keyforge caps will ship?
Small update! Just heard from GMK on a shipping update, and I've been told that Metropolis will ship out on the 24th of October. A bit more of a wait than we were expecting, but we're still close. Thanks for hanging in there guys!Reeeeeee
Being almost the end of October and the last update was shipping October 24th. Any updates?
Being almost the end of October and the last update was shipping October 24th. Any updates?
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Being almost the end of October and the last update was shipping October 24th. Any updates?
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Just got an email from GMK today on this. Shipping will now happen on Oct. 31
Any reason my order still says unfulfilled? I know its still around the time they are supposed to ship but was expecting it to be completed already.
Edit: Nevermind just saw the most recent post of shipping around the 31st
Hey as long as it doesn't hit my front porch on Thanksgiving week I'll be happy. Ironically when joining group buys earlier this year, I intentionally skipped buys that would deliver in November. Now since everything has been delayed, I got a Klippe, a Hexgears, an NK65, Metropolis, and Oblivion all slated to ship in November. That's what I get for planning! :p
Just to further clarify on this. October 31 is the expected ship date from GMK to the vendors. Shipping can take around 2 weeks and then will be shipped to customers from the vendors.
https://imgur.com/a/RVVIbBV (https://imgur.com/a/RVVIbBV)
https://imgur.com/a/RVVIbBV (https://imgur.com/a/RVVIbBV)
Gorgeous!! Which board is that?
https://imgur.com/a/RVVIbBV (https://imgur.com/a/RVVIbBV)
Gorgeous!! Which board is that?
Yeah.. What board is that?
https://imgur.com/a/RVVIbBV (https://imgur.com/a/RVVIbBV)
Gorgeous!! Which board is that?
Yeah.. What board is that?
It’s a UD_70 prototype apparently...
https://reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/drorgd/_/f6k4zrd/?context=1 (https://reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/drorgd/_/f6k4zrd/?context=1)
Yay got my shipping notice for metroFrick, it's happening!!!
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Show Image(http://www.29bit.com/geekhack/Clue + Metropolis.jpg)
I am bad at photos but the colours are superb on the Clue Board. Very pleased.
Show Image(http://www.29bit.com/geekhack/Clue + Metropolis.jpg)
I am bad at photos but the colours are superb on the Clue Board. Very pleased.
That's really nice! Do we have any word about extras? I hated missing out on this one, but there was a lot dropping at the same time!
any chance there are leftover deskmats?
Has anyone recurved shopping info from NovelKeys?
Probably going to get canned for this, but- chances of a R2 or leftovers? This kit looks amazing!Nk just said extras will be announced soon, that's your "leftovers". If you're planning on buying from another proxy, I'm not sure about they're extras but they already shipped their normal batch.
The order came in today! We will start packaging tomorrow, and should hopefully have everything out the door on Friday. :) Extras will be announced later on.I don't know if anyone else is in the same boat, but having this ship out so it's delivered around Thanksgiving when I'll be away traveling is worrisome. Hopefully it'll be ok...
The order came in today! We will start packaging tomorrow, and should hopefully have everything out the door on Friday. :) Extras will be announced later on.I don't know if anyone else is in the same boat, but having this ship out so it's delivered around Thanksgiving when I'll be away traveling is worrisome. Hopefully it'll be ok...
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Any word on when keyforge caps will ship?
sorry for the delay in the update, i was overseas traveling. I've spoken with Keyforge and the caps should have his attention next week after he completes his most recent sale. Judging by the timeline of the set shipping, i'm hoping the caps arrive around the same time or shortly after.
Home stretch guys!
Any word on when keyforge caps will ship?
sorry for the delay in the update, i was overseas traveling. I've spoken with Keyforge and the caps should have his attention next week after he completes his most recent sale. Judging by the timeline of the set shipping, i'm hoping the caps arrive around the same time or shortly after.
Home stretch guys!
any word on the keyforge artisans jet?! :D
These have all been shipped!any chance this will ship before thanks giving, thank you for open extra. :))
Extras will be available on Monday, November 25 at 12:00pm EDT.
This link will go live at that time - https://novelkeys.xyz/products/gmk-metropolis
Base - $185
Midnight - $90
Signs - $60
Blocks - $40
Trying or order a cable for my set. Is the red closer to true red or red-orange? If anyone has a Zap cable, I'm trying to decide between solar orange and scarlet red to match the arrows. Thanks for the help!I compared a TON of paracord and paracord/techflex combinations with each of the pantone chips and the closest match was scarlet red w/o techflex.
Trying or order a cable for my set. Is the red closer to true red or red-orange? If anyone has a Zap cable, I'm trying to decide between solar orange and scarlet red to match the arrows. Thanks for the help!I compared a TON of paracord and paracord/techflex combinations with each of the pantone chips and the closest match was scarlet red w/o techflex.
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These have all been shipped!
Extras will be available on Monday, November 25 at 12:00pm EDT.
This link will go live at that time - https://novelkeys.xyz/products/gmk-metropolis
Base - $185
Midnight - $90
Signs - $60
Blocks - $40
any chance this will ship before thanks giving, thank you for open extra. :))
Any word on when keyforge caps will ship?
any word on the keyforge artisans jet?! :D
I sent an email to support friday which was promptly replied to saying they were currently in production and expected to ship out in the next couple days!
thanks! great news! ;D
Final update here for a while (likely until we receive the first round of color samples!) but i just wanted to let everyone know that the Keyforge invoices have been sent! Check your paypal peeps! and congrats to those that pulled the luck on these, they are superb.
We also FINALLY have all the numbers for this run! Across all vendors and extras, here's what we pulled!
Base - 1504
Midnight - 280
Signs - 846
Blocks - 600
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I got 2 0's! (and no O)
So I got my Klippe built shortly after I received Metropolis, spent yesterday putting it together, and was checking the final look, and found an issue with my R2 row.
I thought "damn, I f'ed up soldering". Then a closer look revealed I received a R4 zero, identical to the one in the extras shrink wrap pack. I checked the tray they came in to make sure I didn't do something stupid, and confirmed I have no O key. Just 2 0's. :'( Here you can see it next to the same row P key.
So anyone know of any recourse for this? I assume since this was a group buy I'm stuck. But damn, this was GMK. I thought they had a pretty flawless reputation. I'll email Mike from NK in a bit, but I doubt he wants to blow up a $200 set to send me an O key.
This occasionally will happen with GMK. All keycap sets are still sorted by hand, so there can be mistakes. They are very good about fixing any issues though. I got your email and responded. You will definitely get the missing keycap!
Any plans on re-running this colorway, either in GMK or (preferrably) KAT/KAM? Preferrably because of possible NorDe kit.
There are currently plans to run this in a different profile, but not with a NorDe kit unfortunately. I believe there are still some extras in stock of this run at NovelKeysSorry to hear that, the bit without the Norde kit anyway. I really (REALLY!) dig the colors and the icons but without Norde support I won't be able to use it, too old to change, I guess.
Nowhere yet. Nothing has been formally announced, so stay tuned!There are currently plans to run this in a different profile, but not with a NorDe kit unfortunately. I believe there are still some extras in stock of this run at NovelKeysSorry to hear that, the bit without the Norde kit anyway. I really (REALLY!) dig the colors and the icons but without Norde support I won't be able to use it, too old to change, I guess.
Where can I read about the current plans, if I may ask?
Nowhere yet. Nothing has been formally announced, so stay tuned!
Nowhere yet. Nothing has been formally announced, so stay tuned!
Exciting! Hope you're not planning SA. Although I'm sure it would look great! ;)
Exciting! Hope you're not planning SA. Although I'm sure it would look great! ;)
If we're voting, I'd vote for MT3! ;D
KAT/KAM would be great too!
Exactly! Or ortho. I really missed that in R1...KAT/KAM would be great too!
Right, especially as differentt kits (*cough*, Norde, *cough*) would be way easier. :-D
+1 for either of the above. I have my GMK set covering my Klippe, and would LOVE a KAM or KAT Ergodox set on my Ergodox. In the year I've been in the hobby, gotta say Metropolis and GMK Nines are my favs so far.
KAT/KAM would be great too!
Looking at aftermarket prices (I've heard of people paying $450+ for base, signs, and deskmat) and the scarcity of this set, I'm really hoping for a gmk r2. IMO gmk font and cherry profile looks the best with this set.
Mito’s Synthwave M170 from Laser R2 also looks a lot like Metropolis with Midnight mods.Looking at aftermarket prices (I've heard of people paying $450+ for base, signs, and deskmat) and the scarcity of this set, I'm really hoping for a gmk r2. IMO gmk font and cherry profile looks the best with this set.
Check out GMK Hammerhead which will start this summer, it's not identical but share some similarities.
Hoping for re-run! 😊
Please rerun this set...in KAT :) I'd buy again!
Please rerun this set...in KAT :) I'd buy again!
Please rerun this set...in KAT :) I'd buy again!