Looking so good. In!
Yes! It started!
Looks great! :D
Few questions:
- What's the difference in shipping between Large Letter and Parcel?
- The money will be deducted immediately or after the MOQ is reached?
Is it possible to only buy the novelties?
a little sad that there's no orange 1.5 backspace for hhkb :(
Any chance in near future to run split-spacebar set?
It isn't clear from the links above that EU orders are from Caps Unlocked, and US orders are from Cartel. I mistakenly placed an order via the first link.
It would be great if you could check my PM, and also update the post above to be clearer which order link is for which region.
Thanks!
It isn't clear from the links above that EU orders are from Caps Unlocked, and US orders are from Cartel. I mistakenly placed an order via the first link.
It would be great if you could check my PM, and also update the post above to be clearer which order link is for which region.
Thanks!
Not trying to be snide, but surely the price being in £ or $ makes it fairly clear?
An update regarding GMK DOOM:
https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/89h9vy/buying_gmk_doom_has_only_reached_25150_orders_the/?st=JFK1CFQQ&sh=07a28abd
There are currently only 25 confirmed orders.
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I am also joining later this month. I am really surprised to hear that there are only 25 confirmed orders though, that's a bit surprising for such a good looking set.I think more renders with different angles, case colors and and layouts help a lot, even for a simple set like this one. Specially some using the novelty caps.
any update on current order count?I am also joining later this month. I am really surprised to hear that there are only 25 confirmed orders though, that's a bit surprising for such a good looking set.I think more renders with different angles, case colors and and layouts help a lot, even for a simple set like this one. Specially some using the novelty caps.
This same feedback was given on Top clack when the set was discussed
Just ordered. Hope this gets made but it would be nice to hear from Capsunlocked at this point.
This set is the perfect stealth set! Come on people, let's make MOQ!!! :thumb:
I got in this morning. Was hoping to see an update on quantity also.
I'm in for this :)
The current number of sets ordered is approximately 45.
I know it is not suitable to say this here, because this GB is launching now.
N9 and CR' s RGB values are (49,51,55) and (5,5,5) respectively. In 3D renders ， the two colors are a bit hard to distinguish. Now that the two colors exist in GMK color card, it is easier and better to get samples from GMK in comparison with custom colors.
That would be possible to promote this GB success.
Anyway, good luck with this GB.
So what do numbers look like?
Have you considered pulling the GB and re-running with better/different marketing and different kits? That worked out really well for SA By the Sea, which was objectively improved after its relaunch.
Breaking out a separate orange accent kit might be nice. It's a bit "in between ideas" right now.
Also the name leads people to think it's about Doom the game, and they probably come away disappointed (as opposed to Black-on-black).
GMK Doomsday might have been a more distinct name.
Just joined, I'm super excited about the simple beauty of this set.
Reposting my thoughts from Reddit:QuoteHave you considered pulling the GB and re-running with better/different marketing and different kits? That worked out really well for SA By the Sea, which was objectively improved after its relaunch.
Breaking out a separate orange accent kit might be nice. It's a bit "in between ideas" right now.
Also the name leads people to think it's about Doom the game, and they probably come away disappointed (as opposed to Black-on-black).
GMK Doomsday might have been a more distinct name.
https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/8eaohb/buying_gmk_doom_update/dxuk1nt/
Reposting my thoughts from Reddit:QuoteHave you considered pulling the GB and re-running with better/different marketing and different kits? That worked out really well for SA By the Sea, which was objectively improved after its relaunch.
Breaking out a separate orange accent kit might be nice. It's a bit "in between ideas" right now.
Also the name leads people to think it's about Doom the game, and they probably come away disappointed (as opposed to Black-on-black).
GMK Doomsday might have been a more distinct name.
https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/8eaohb/buying_gmk_doom_update/dxuk1nt/
Well the idea about renaming it to something like doomsday is a bit of a misnomer then since it's named after MF DOOM so calling it anything other than GMK DOOM would be a bit off. Though I see where the confusion comes from, but then just read the description of the set and all's solved.
Reposting my thoughts from Reddit:QuoteHave you considered pulling the GB and re-running with better/different marketing and different kits? That worked out really well for SA By the Sea, which was objectively improved after its relaunch.
Breaking out a separate orange accent kit might be nice. It's a bit "in between ideas" right now.
Also the name leads people to think it's about Doom the game, and they probably come away disappointed (as opposed to Black-on-black).
GMK Doomsday might have been a more distinct name.
https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/8eaohb/buying_gmk_doom_update/dxuk1nt/
Well the idea about renaming it to something like doomsday is a bit of a misnomer then since it's named after MF DOOM so calling it anything other than GMK DOOM would be a bit off. Though I see where the confusion comes from, but then just read the description of the set and all's solved.
I beg to differ:Show Image(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0rbmlc4rrtM/T5jHunUBvWI/AAAAAAAAAL0/JhRe1FimoxQ/s1600/OperationDoomsday.JPG)
@CAPS UNLOCKED
Any news..?
@CAPS UNLOCKED
Any news..?
About what?
oh **** yeah forgot about that album, checkmate here my friend you're correctReposting my thoughts from Reddit:QuoteHave you considered pulling the GB and re-running with better/different marketing and different kits? That worked out really well for SA By the Sea, which was objectively improved after its relaunch.
Breaking out a separate orange accent kit might be nice. It's a bit "in between ideas" right now.
Also the name leads people to think it's about Doom the game, and they probably come away disappointed (as opposed to Black-on-black).
GMK Doomsday might have been a more distinct name.
https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/8eaohb/buying_gmk_doom_update/dxuk1nt/
Well the idea about renaming it to something like doomsday is a bit of a misnomer then since it's named after MF DOOM so calling it anything other than GMK DOOM would be a bit off. Though I see where the confusion comes from, but then just read the description of the set and all's solved.
I beg to differ:Show Image(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0rbmlc4rrtM/T5jHunUBvWI/AAAAAAAAAL0/JhRe1FimoxQ/s1600/OperationDoomsday.JPG)
GMK Doom Group Buy
The buy has closed, but not yet completed. capsunlocked, zFrontier, and ourselves are discussing the remaining units needed to reach MOQ. The conversation is positive and we're expecting to go to GMK and place the order soon. In the mean time, if you missed the buy and want to grab a kit before we complete the buy, please contact us (or capsunlocked if you're in Europe), and we'll see what we can do to squeeze you in now.
What is that case shown on the render?That’s an M65
@CAPS UNLOCKEDWho said he bailed out?
So after all the effort to get this going, you just bail out?
I will never buy or recommend anything from your store again. Congrats, you just lost a customer for life.
GMK Doom Group Buy
We received the unfortunate news from CapsUnlocked that the buy is not moving forward. We are disappointed in this decision. To give some background: through a series of emails and direct discord chats, CapsUnlocked, Cartel, and zFrontier came to an agreement that the remaining units needed to reach MOQ would be purchased by the three companies, each taking an equal share of these. zFrontier and Cartel were happy with this decision and ready to pay for our respective parts of the group buy. For transparency, here's what happened and when it happened:That leaves us at the present moment - today we're notifying you of this unfortunate development. For those who ordered through Cartel, I have begun processing refunds today. If you have not received some form of notification within the next 7 days, please feel free to contact me directly through PM, or to reach out to us through our web form or at the phone number and email listed on the footer of our site.
- April 30th: The GMK Doom group buy officially ends, while short of the minimum for MOQ, all three retailers (CapsUnlocked, Cartel, and zFrontier) are hopeful to make the buy happen anyways.
- May 5th: The even, 3 way split was proposed by Cartel, when it was made clear that both CapsUnlocked and zFrontier were also interested in picking up the extra kits.
- May 11th: It was confirmed everyone was happy to pick up the number of sets they would need to pick up to reach MOQ and move forward with the GB. Invoice requests were sent by CapsUnlocked to GMK around that time
- May 21st: A second request for the invoices was sent according to CapsUnlocked.
- May 29th: In the evening we received notice from CapsUnlocked that he would not be purchasing his portion of the additional GMK Doom kits needed to reach MOQ and was refunding his customer orders, since the runner was refunding, both zFrontier and Cartel would need to do the same.
@CAPS UNLOCKED
So after all the effort to get this going, you just bail out?
I will never buy or recommend anything from your store again. Congrats, you just lost a customer for life.
Im surprised that the news came from cartel first and not CU............ :thinking:
Yea it's a tad dodgy that capsunlocked backed out of the agreement, but honestly can't really fault someone for not wanting to front nearly $4000 for a set that barely passed 50% of moq. Would you spend that and sit on 23 sets? No.
Yea it's a tad dodgy that capsunlocked backed out of the agreement, but honestly can't really fault someone for not wanting to front nearly $4000 for a set that barely passed 50% of moq. Would you spend that and sit on 23 sets? No.
It's fine that he wanted to back out, but he should have been more open to the participants about it.
I think the lack of communication is dodgier.
Hi Everyone,
Firstly, I would like to apologise to all of the GB participants and those waiting for extras. If you join a group buy, you should constantly know what is happening with the set, and I agree that I did not provide frequent updates on the status of this set, especially after the GB had concluded. I can understand that people may think there was something dodgy occurring, however there wasn't. Regardless of what caused the delays, I should have updated everyone immediately.
Secondly, this group buy will no longer be going ahead because I am no longer able to purchase the extra sets required for this group buy. I am working on other unannounced projects, and unfortunately the resources for GMK DOOM became unavailable. I had to decide about which projects would be funded, and unfortunately DOOM was cancelled. The fact that DOOM did not do well during the GB also contributed to this decision. Instead of pushing the current set through (and cancelling another project), I think it would be better to work on this set and launch a new GB later in the future (or perhaps just release the novelties as a pack), but that isn't confirmed and it will be far into the future if it happens.
It shouldn't have been Cartel to break the news to you (I am not criticising them, they are simply being honest with their customers), it should have been me. I think that I need to review and improve the way I conduct group buys, before I start any others in the future, to avoid this situation again.
Everyone who purchased a set via capsunlocked will be refunded by the end of the day.
I am sure that many of you have questions, and so please feel free to ask.
Hi Everyone,
Firstly, I would like to apologise to all of the GB participants and those waiting for extras. If you join a group buy, you should constantly know what is happening with the set, and I agree that I did not provide frequent updates on the status of this set, especially after the GB had concluded. I can understand that people may think there was something dodgy occurring, however there wasn't. Regardless of what caused the delays, I should have updated everyone immediately.
Secondly, this group buy will no longer be going ahead because I am no longer able to purchase the extra sets required for this group buy. I am working on other unannounced projects, and unfortunately the resources for GMK DOOM became unavailable. I had to decide about which projects would be funded, and unfortunately DOOM was cancelled. The fact that DOOM did not do well during the GB also contributed to this decision. Instead of pushing the current set through (and cancelling another project), I think it would be better to work on this set and launch a new GB later in the future (or perhaps just release the novelties as a pack), but that isn't confirmed and it will be far into the future if it happens.
It shouldn't have been Cartel to break the news to you (I am not criticising them, they are simply being honest with their customers), it should have been me. I think that I need to review and improve the way I conduct group buys, before I start any others in the future, to avoid this situation again.
Everyone who purchased a set via capsunlocked will be refunded by the end of the day.
I am sure that many of you have questions, and so please feel free to ask.
What stupid business move.
You absolutely should have pushed this set through, and canceled or delayed whatever else you were working on that has taken time & resources away from GMK Doom... whats to stop you from abandoning these next projects for something else further down the line, or for some other convenient reason?
The fact that GMK Doom didnt do well rests soley on you, as you did 0 advertising for it during the gb phase, and basically ghosted everyone after the initial offering. You failed to do anything to actually support your work. Then even after an agreement had been reached to buy the remaining kits and reach moq, you abandoned your own project, and left your partners and investors out to dry.
GMK Doom not making it to moq doesnt faze me; the fact that it failed because you lost interest and decided to divert funds earmarked specifically for it, to some other unknown project, is what pisses me off.
I will be avoiding any projects you are involved with in the future, and actively encouraging others to do so as well. At this point, I would also appreciate if you gave control of the project to someone else willing to see it through to the end.
*edited for spelling and grammar, even though its still terrible.
Your next project better be amazing otherwise people will operate under the assumption that you'll kill it at any random time when you think of something you like better.
Someone please just run GMK black-on-black.
Hey all,
This is Tony (end) from Cartel. I just wanted to restate that the information I've provided in the most active reddit post (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/8nlsng/gmk_doom_group_buy_cherry_mx_lock_updates/) about this, is all we know. We really wanted to get this information out as quick as we could once we found out the state of things, we felt everyone has been hanging long enough waiting for an update and it was a disservice to you to not inform you as soon as we could. I don't have any hard and specific information as to what made CapsUnlocked change his mind, beyond wanting to focus the extra money elsewhere in the business. If that was a specific buy or multiple buys, or just a different non-gb product? I do not know, and I prefer not to speculate. I'll leave specifics to Caps, should he choose to share.
For those who joined through Cartel, my apologies we couldn't let you know about this sooner (if we had known sooner, we would have shared sooner) and start your refund process sooner. As stated in the original thread on reddit, we're processing the refunds now and should be done in no more than a week. If you haven't seen some sign of your refund being processed back to you by the 7th, contact us through the website (https://cartel.ltd/contact/), reddit PMs, the major mechkeys discord (I'm listed under the vendor category on that discord and get private messages to both my computer and phone), whatever works best for you.
... remove the novelties and just run the colourway. GMK grey on black, done.
... remove the novelties and just run the colourway. GMK grey on black, done.
I'd be all over this, 100%. I joined specifically for the gray on black color way. Drop the novelties and that would cut costs, correct? May pick up additional buyers for that reason alone.
I know that takes away from the original theme and some were interested in the novelties. But still - just an idea :thumb:
... remove the novelties and just run the colourway. GMK grey on black, done.
I'd be all over this, 100%. I joined specifically for the gray on black color way. Drop the novelties and that would cut costs, correct? May pick up additional buyers for that reason alone.
I know that takes away from the original theme and some were interested in the novelties. But still - just an idea :thumb:
While I've considered doing just that since I was quite disappointed the set got cancelled on me, this is still a good bit CU's design, and even copying the kit without the novelties could be a bit too far past what people would consider stealing the design. I have actually PM'd CU to see if they'd not care if I did try to run a grey on black set completely unrelated to Doom, because I felt that was the proper way to try going about it. If successful in my inquiry, I've got some plans for the set that I think could turn out well if applied correctly. If I don't hear back from CU on the matter, I'm not completely certain what to do about it since I'd like to make a set with these colors happen, but don't want to run over people's feet.
Without the novelties it's not CU's design, as this colourway has been run before on the Exent set. Additionally, as Cartel has already showed interest in running this, I think they should be the ones to do it, as they were heavily involved in this GB.
I'm just going to put this out here: I'd like to see this turn into a full coverage version of the EXENT keyset.
Good news my lads
(https://i.imgur.com/eU6jxXM.png) (https://i.imgur.com/eU6jxXM.png)
I'll start throwing together some kit mockups. One thing to consider is right now GMK is pretty saturated, so this will probably get put off until we can find a good spot to run it in where it'll do well.
Good news my ladsYeah Donut! You’re quickly going to become the mono-color keyset man if you’re not careful.
(https://i.imgur.com/eU6jxXM.png) (https://i.imgur.com/eU6jxXM.png)
I'll start throwing together some kit mockups. One thing to consider is right now GMK is pretty saturated, so this will probably get put off until we can find a good spot to run it in where it'll do well.
So, where's my money?
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=95923.0 For those interested.
I know this GB is dead, just bumping it if any creators see this and want to start a DOOM set from scratch given his recent passing.
I know this GB is dead, just bumping it if any creators see this and want to start a DOOM set from scratch given his recent passing.
i have one cooking
I know this GB is dead, just bumping it if any creators see this and want to start a DOOM set from scratch given his recent passing.
i have one cooking
Nice, looking forward to it!Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/s6xM07a.jpg)
I know this GB is dead, just bumping it if any creators see this and want to start a DOOM set from scratch given his recent passing.
i have one cooking
Nice, looking forward to it!Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/s6xM07a.jpg)
Nice! I just thought about this set the other day and wondered if it had happened.
Also, that painting. Oof, right in the feels.