Post by: Koobaczech on Tue, 21 September 2021, 14:43:29
Welcome
Jupiter's Eye Deskmat collab from Jae (keyed)
(https://i.imgur.com/Wtxsz6s.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/GYF74pb.jpg)
Zeus TKL in ALU 6063 with a two-tone gold/green on a KEEBMAT (https://keebmat.com/) shown
(https://i.imgur.com/pSqpW90.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/s3T1GXC.jpg)
Introducing the mighty ZEUS TKL and ZEUSPAD (numpad) (All options subject to change..)
Zeus TKL is an original, 1%, latest generation Pearlboards board, culminating from years of research and development, prototyping and custom board making.
Accompanying the Zeus is the Zeuspad (numpad) which has the same physical profile as the TKL.
The expected sale date for this board is minimum 4 months from now, and the prices are high.
The best way to stay updated is through my #zeus-tkl channel Discord (https://discord.gg/2Te9XA9)
Lore
Zeus is the sky god in ancient Greek mythology, who rules as king of the gods of Mount Olympus. As my keyboards are Greek themed, and TKL is the largest form factor I will make, AND Zeus is wireless, the name was appropriate. This TKL is packed with very cool and unique features, and will rule my lineup for years to come.
About me
Florida based mech enthusiast and bespoke PCB/Keyboard designer/maker. I've been around since 2017 and have designed quite a few mech products in the past and hosted a few GB's as well. Currently, I have 3 exciting new projects in the making (Atlas 65 BY PEARLBOARDS, Pearl 40 R2 and Zeus) which all share similar wireless and QMK capabilities, and you can check out on my website (https://pearlboards.net/collections). The Pearlboards lineup is slowly growing, and I can't wait for you to be a part of the family<3
Friendly Disclaimers
This board plans to be sold in a traditional Group Buy manner which experiences year long wait times and unexpected complications. Following that statement, any and all parts may be limited and not in stock post fulfillment.
For the Bluetooth PCBs running ZMK firmware, please note that ZMK is complicated and fully in-development right now. Many features are not yet fully supported.
Main TKL Features
8.4 degree typing angle
Top burger mounted via 8 screws with silicone O-rings
Two PCB options (wired/wireless Bluetooth 5.0 ZMK or QMK+VIA)
Internally housed audio speaker
Dual USB-A 2.0 passthroughs with a built in DAC + 3.5mm audio jack for your fancy IEMs to plug into
Rear left mounted rotary encoder
Multiple case options (WKL, WK) and multiple key layouts (ANSI, ISO, TSANGAN)
Custom Pearlboards branded silicone feet which cover the 6 gold case screws
Custom carrying case and a custom shipping box
Dual USB Hub with Audio jack Shown
(https://i.imgur.com/SwsmCx6.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/qoiPTw3.jpg)
Badge, 10U Spacebar and Cadlab CNC Kooba ESC Artisan shown
(https://i.imgur.com/HNUBYFn.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/u2QZUtx.jpg)
RGB Winglets and Rotary Encoder shown
(https://i.imgur.com/wUaVMom.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/HRBA50B.jpg)
TKL Wireless PCB Options
ZMK Wireless Bluetooth 5.0 with RGB
Solder or Hotswap
Triple Indicators (Battery On, Charge Status, Charge Done)
5hr Battery Life on 150mah (smallest battery you can buy)
Bluetooth PCB mounted with 3.7V Lipo Battery shown
(https://i.imgur.com/AH0a53P.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/zdyiHIy.jpg)
Funny wireless typing test
TKL Non-Wireless QMK PCB Options
QMK + VIA with RGB
Solder or Hotswap
Triple Indicators (Caps, Num, Scroll Lock)
Haptic Feedback via Eccentric Rotating Motor
Top facing Piezo Buzzer
Pink QMK PCB with Haptic Feedback motor shown
(https://i.imgur.com/w4eN3F0.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/g9UuFYZ.jpg)
MAIN Numpad Features
Gasket mounted
OLED Screen
Top right rotary encoder
Custom Pearlboards branded silicone feet
Zeuspad with BroBots in two-tone gold/dark blue in different angles shown
(https://i.imgur.com/nEY2uHf.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/aEevK6d.jpg)
Bottom and OLED screen shown
(https://i.imgur.com/tEts3J4.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/2BOpUg2.jpg)
Numpad PCB Options
QMK + VIA with RGB
Solder or Hotswap
Top facing Piezo Buzzer
Bluetooth PCB will be considered.
Red QMK PCB shown
(https://i.imgur.com/hguwrdI.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/SHsRvl2.jpg)
Case Options (for both)
Dual-tone or single-tone color options
Anodized or e-coated aluminum 6063
Dyed Polycarbonate
PVD Polished Stainless Steel accents only
PCB performance foam to suppress echo
Case foam to suppress echo further
Plate Options (for both)
Carbon Fiber
Anodized Aluminum
Brass
Stainless Steel
Pom
FR-4
Polycarbonate
Copper
Titanium
Exploded views
(https://i.imgur.com/pUBSPFR.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/Xwy6D3O.jpg)
Look around of the boards
Piezo Speaker and Haptic Feedback
Here's what raving critics have said about the Zeus TKL
(https://i.imgur.com/hk6KeY3.jpg)
Full Gallery (https://imgur.com/a/shrx3Cc)
Sale Format, Colors, Date and Pricing
FCFS limited amounts
Pricing TBD ($$$$) and aiming for 2022
Decent amount of color options. Refer to Pandoras GB for a list of colors available
Vendors
Me, shipping worldwide as I have always done - Pearlboards (https://pearlboards.net)
Collaborations
Deskmat collab with Jay (keyed) - Jae#4552
(https://i.imgur.com/PAdmw9u.jpg)
I would love for you to collaborate with me, please contact me on Discord - Koobaczech#2471
Things that will NOT change
Proxy sellers/vendors
Numbered weights
MATIAS or Plate Mounted Cherry Stabilizer support
FAQ (Frequently asked questions) and info
Common
What does the 1% mean? Pearlboards keyboards are very limited, sold years apart and offered with unseen amounts of options and features. The 1% mentality is not at all being about the best/elite/most expensive/rarest/most popular. It's simply the truth that because of unique design, time, availability and price, not everyone will want/own one of these mechs, and the few who do are the without a doubt the 1% of demographics within this huge community
You mentioned an Atlas65 board, but is already an Atlas65 and Atlas keyboard? The original Atlas name was changed to "ATLAS65" by request of NASP (Ortho Atlas designer). "Atlas65" was conceived both in design and in renders AND shared before the Pantheon Labs Atlas65. I am sure there will be no issues distinguishing them as I am branding it as "Atlas65 By Pearlboards"
How do we purchase a ZEUSPAD numpad? It will be ran with the Zeus TKL, and you can purchase it by itself
Which PCB is standard with a purchase? QMK solder PCB is the standard. The QMK hotswap, BT solder and BT hotswap will be extra
Will I be able to choose single case colors during the GB? Yes, that is standard. Two-tone options will be reserved for Special Editions
How long does the smallest 150mah batter last on the Zeus TKL? 5 hours
How does the DAC and audio jack work? When you plug Zeus into a computer, it will recognize the DAC as an audio device. You can then set that as your audio output
How does the internal audio speaker work? In your audio settings, set your DAC as your audio output. Both the speaker and the audio jack will output audio as the speaker piggy backs off the DAC
ZMK
What is ZMK? The firmware equivalent to QMK, used for the wireless Bluetooth PCBs - ZMK (https://zmk.dev/)
How do you flash ZMK? Similarly to QMK, you build the firmware, double tap the physical reset button and flash with a pc
How does ZMK work? Similar to QMK, except you can pair and switch between many devices while wired or unwired
Does ZMK work without a battery? Yes, you never have to use it wirelessly or unwired if you don't want to. Just leave the battery out or turn it off
How is the wireless performance/latency? Excellent, no issues seen on my end
Should I pick a ZMK or QMK PCB? Both are amazing gifts to the keyboard world and it all depends on your lifestyle
QMK
What is Haptic Feedback? A tiny QMK configurable circular motor you solder onto the PCB that vibrates to provide rumble when typing
What is a Piezo Speaker? A tiny QMK configurable device soldered on the PCB that produces audible beeps and can play 8-bit tunes
What can I do with the rear Rotary Encoder? It has 3 (push, rotate clockwise and counterclockwise) programmable functions which can be mapped to any keycodes
What can I do with the OLED Screen? It comes pre-flashed, but can also program that one with QMK or ZMK if you dive into the code
Other
Where do I find a 10U spacebar and stabs? On my website, or you can harvest it off a vintage board
Special Thanks
Grimm#8447 - Tons of support, putting me in contact with the right people, and making the 10U spacebars
CadLab CNC#3289 - Lots of support, especially refinishing Titanium plates
e11i0t23#7272 - Starting me off in wireless design
Quark#0009 - Taking it all the way through to finish wireless design
Rinh#2317 - Massive help with ZMK
petejohanson#6188 - Massive help with ZMK
J么cki#5293 - Came up with the numpad concept
vheissu#0001 - Signature design
Mechs and Co Team - Constant support
SpikedSynapse#0871 - Packaging design
Keebs#0001 - Many keebmats
Contact
Discord - Koobaczech#0001
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/Pearlboards
Website - https://pearlboards.net
Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/user/Koobaczech/
Email - pearlboards@gmail.com
Join the Pearlboards Discord and discuss Zeus TKL in the #zeus-tkl channel! Pearlboards Discord (https://discord.gg/2Te9XA9)
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Post by: Koobaczech on Tue, 21 September 2021, 14:44:40
Updates
9/15/21 - Revision 2 Prototypes ordered for Zeus TKL with new badge
9/21/21 - Zeus IC is live (thank you for all the support)
10/6/21 - Deskmat collab announced, new PCB's arrived and working, and proto sent out to KatanakajiKeys for building on stream
Post by: Psyoshi on Tue, 21 September 2021, 14:47:41
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Post by: MrBingo on Tue, 21 September 2021, 14:52:25
Enviado desde mi M2003J15SC mediante Tapatalk
Post by: mixistor on Tue, 21 September 2021, 14:53:42
Post by: _rubik on Tue, 21 September 2021, 14:54:55
All around ambitious project — I’m here for it (not so much that logo blocker though
)
Post by: Hedgey on Tue, 21 September 2021, 14:58:26
Post by: darthcapn on Tue, 21 September 2021, 14:58:40
~big fan
Sent from my SM-G988U using Tapatalk
Post by: jivex5k on Tue, 21 September 2021, 15:00:11
Post by: 7empest on Tue, 21 September 2021, 15:01:17
Post by: hali on Tue, 21 September 2021, 15:02:13
Post by: Yuinth on Tue, 21 September 2021, 15:02:35
Will the Zeus Pad be compatible with the 10u spacebar?
GLWIC
Post by: treeleaf64 on Tue, 21 September 2021, 15:05:12
Please edit to make it readable for me. :)
Post by: dexie on Tue, 21 September 2021, 15:12:59
Post by: Friendship on Tue, 21 September 2021, 15:17:47
top tier numpads are undeniable
Post by: novelflyer on Tue, 21 September 2021, 15:18:13
Post by: dingusxmcgee on Tue, 21 September 2021, 15:21:45
I’ll take my answer off the air. Thanks.
Post by: William_S_Jones on Tue, 21 September 2021, 15:32:50
Nice looking MKB, too bad I only
40s. Messaged you, respond when you can.Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk
Post by: Jacki on Tue, 21 September 2021, 15:35:20
Post by: Koobaczech on Tue, 21 September 2021, 16:22:44
Post by: Jacki on Tue, 21 September 2021, 16:33:28
Thank you all for all the great reception!! Apes stronk together! And hell yea the Zeuspad will have 10u support. Also treeleaf64 what the heck lol? This man in the matrix :pCould you upload a picture of the numpad connected to the board
Post by: Koobaczech on Tue, 21 September 2021, 16:40:50
Here you are sir Jacki
(https://i.imgur.com/C3mJDXc.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/C3mJDXc.jpg)
Post by: jayiskuhl on Tue, 21 September 2021, 16:42:28
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Post by: lush_bunny on Tue, 21 September 2021, 19:49:33
Post by: totalemon on Tue, 21 September 2021, 20:09:17
Edit: I just saw the note on colours, nevermind. It might be worth putting that somewhere more visible, or it might just be a me problem haha
Post by: Hi !! on Wed, 22 September 2021, 01:43:11
Post by: ravenousrhino on Wed, 22 September 2021, 02:31:37
Post by: key_nes on Wed, 22 September 2021, 02:56:05
Post by: clik_clak on Wed, 22 September 2021, 09:16:42
That logo is completely unnecessary and does the design a great disservice.
Post by: Engedi_ on Wed, 22 September 2021, 11:32:29
Post by: Chippy on Wed, 22 September 2021, 17:40:36
Post by: lush_bunny on Wed, 22 September 2021, 19:21:17
Post by: dingusxmcgee on Wed, 22 September 2021, 20:12:16
Post by: homerowco on Wed, 22 September 2021, 21:58:18
rEs3rVeD4Lyfe
Post by: Koobaczech on Wed, 22 September 2021, 21:58:52
Post by: Jacki on Wed, 22 September 2021, 22:21:24
You guys got me cracking up lmao xDThings that will NOT change
The top right Zeus case logo.
People: ''Anyway can you change some stuff on the logo''
Post by: lush_bunny on Wed, 22 September 2021, 23:17:44
You guys got me cracking up lmao xD
I assume this is as a yes on the bigger logo.
I knew you wouldn't disappoint, Koob!
-hellkite
Post by: lush_bunny on Wed, 22 September 2021, 23:23:40
Can you make the whole keyboard a Zeuss badge? I don’t really like keyboards. But I do like badges. Thanks!
This man gets it!
Post by: Swishy on Thu, 23 September 2021, 00:15:57
Post by: Jacki on Thu, 23 September 2021, 03:45:15
Post by: i luv chuletas on Thu, 23 September 2021, 06:30:57
...allow me to fund your continual mad experiments.
ps. any chance at alps support (specifically on the kb) ? ;D
Post by: Koobaczech on Thu, 23 September 2021, 10:17:38
Hellkite and chuletas lmao! ;D
As for the MAIN goal, that is just to have an awesome TKL that I can be proud of presenting to the community.
(https://i.imgur.com/iPSrfQW.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/OL2jgEB.png)
Really like this board a bit curious about the plate design and all those cuts on it. Originally thought they were flex cuts which they may be, but I also noticed the pcb doesn’t have flex cuts. I am no engineer nor do i know the goals you were trying to achieve with the design would love to hear what is the main goal.Hey Swishy! Thanks for asking sir. The plate cuts alone do provide a good measure of relief/flex, and the revision 2 PCBs are being expanded to have minimal flex cuts as well. I have been daily driving the prototype you see in this IC for a month now, getting to understand the sound and feel of it. My testing led me to order a second round of revisions for both the PCB and Case/Plate with a slight tweak to add more flex. Compared with a traditional TKL which has no relief cuts and no burger mounting, Zeus is a joy to type on, and if you want to, that solid configuration can be setup as well. I have not forgotten about the little details, and here is a produced revision 2 wireless PCB with some flex cuts.
As for the MAIN goal, that is just to have an awesome TKL that I can be proud of presenting to the community.
(https://i.imgur.com/iPSrfQW.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/OL2jgEB.png)
Post by: switchlab.sg on Thu, 23 September 2021, 11:08:48
Post by: HungHingDaiLo on Fri, 24 September 2021, 01:37:19
I would strongly suggest to change it to symbol or anything else other than the huge italic serif typeface ZEUS. The bottom engraving is ok since I don't look at the bottom frequently.
Without the top right logo, great board.
Great numpad keyboard, loving it.
Just my 0.02 :)
Post by: Jacki on Fri, 24 September 2021, 09:28:54
That S got a Dollar signHellkite and chuletas lmao! ;DReally like this board a bit curious about the plate design and all those cuts on it. Originally thought they were flex cuts which they may be, but I also noticed the pcb doesn’t have flex cuts. I am no engineer nor do i know the goals you were trying to achieve with the design would love to hear what is the main goal.Hey Swishy! Thanks for asking sir. The plate cuts alone do provide a good measure of relief/flex, and the revision 2 PCBs are being expanded to have minimal flex cuts as well. I have been daily driving the prototype you see in this IC for a month now, getting to understand the sound and feel of it. My testing led me to order a second round of revisions for both the PCB and Case/Plate with a slight tweak to add more flex. Compared with a traditional TKL which has no relief cuts and no burger mounting, Zeus is a joy to type on, and if you want to, that solid configuration can be setup as well. I have not forgotten about the little details, and here is a produced revision 2 wireless PCB with some flex cuts.
As for the MAIN goal, that is just to have an awesome TKL that I can be proud of presenting to the community.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/iPSrfQW.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/OL2jgEB.png)
Post by: Hedgey on Fri, 24 September 2021, 10:29:39
The top right logo is kind of distracting to me and breaks the great aesthetic.
I would strongly suggest to change it to symbol or anything else other than the huge italic serif typeface ZEUS. The bottom engraving is ok since I don't look at the bottom frequently.
Sometimes, I wonder if you guys actually read anything or you just scroll aimlessly....
Post by: _rubik on Fri, 24 September 2021, 11:21:17
The top right logo is kind of distracting to me and breaks the great aesthetic.
I would strongly suggest to change it to symbol or anything else other than the huge italic serif typeface ZEUS. The bottom engraving is ok since I don't look at the bottom frequently.
Sometimes, I wonder if you guys actually read anything or you just scroll aimlessly....
Quote from: Obi Wan
Only a Sith deals in absolutes
Post by: Koobaczech on Fri, 24 September 2021, 13:29:51
(https://i.imgur.com/OMKAEAK.jpg)
Post by: Swishy on Fri, 24 September 2021, 13:41:45
Hellkite and chuletas lmao! ;DReally like this board a bit curious about the plate design and all those cuts on it. Originally thought they were flex cuts which they may be, but I also noticed the pcb doesn’t have flex cuts. I am no engineer nor do i know the goals you were trying to achieve with the design would love to hear what is the main goal.Hey Swishy! Thanks for asking sir. The plate cuts alone do provide a good measure of relief/flex, and the revision 2 PCBs are being expanded to have minimal flex cuts as well. I have been daily driving the prototype you see in this IC for a month now, getting to understand the sound and feel of it. My testing led me to order a second round of revisions for both the PCB and Case/Plate with a slight tweak to add more flex. Compared with a traditional TKL which has no relief cuts and no burger mounting, Zeus is a joy to type on, and if you want to, that solid configuration can be setup as well. I have not forgotten about the little details, and here is a produced revision 2 wireless PCB with some flex cuts.
As for the MAIN goal, that is just to have an awesome TKL that I can be proud of presenting to the community.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/iPSrfQW.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/OL2jgEB.png)
Thanks for the Answer love it especially when designers have these things thought out. I am definitely gonna try to be one of the 1% even if my wallet isnt.
Post by: _rubik on Fri, 24 September 2021, 13:55:31
Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/OMKAEAK.jpg)
Did you ever hear the Tragedy of Darth Koobaczech the Wise?
Post by: Koobaczech on Fri, 24 September 2021, 14:55:00
That line, and seeing Anakin being turned was such great writing. And how they brought back two Palpatines at the very end was crazy!
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Post by: dingusxmcgee on Sun, 26 September 2021, 11:42:11
Whats the name of the keyboard again? The logo is a bit small I can't read what it saysThis board is called the “Hjonk” named after one of Koobs most trusted dishwasher repairmen.
Post by: lush_bunny on Sun, 26 September 2021, 12:37:46
Whats the name of the keyboard again? The logo is a bit small I can't read what it says
squints eyes
Juice? Seus? That's all I got from the logo.
Post by: Koobaczech on Mon, 27 September 2021, 13:05:30
Hi, I'm very excited about the board, what DAC are you planning on including? I want to drive my HD800s and wondering whether it'll be sufficient. Also was thinking about getting the HE-1, will the Zeus be able to drive electrostatic headphones?
Thanks Juice! The daughterboard which houses the USB ports and the jack is where the DAC is built into. The heart of the DAC is a Ti chip (pcm2704) which can directly drive 32Ω (OHMS) headphones. I've beefed up the operating capacitors and employed a few filters as well, but overall I'm not sure how it will handle your high end gear x! If there is a high impedance headphone I can get my hands on I can try to see how it drives them.
percival whenWorking on it boss!
Whats the name of the keyboard again? The logo is a bit small I can't read what it says
squints eyes
Juice? Seus? That's all I got from the logo.
So I have actually changed the "ZEUS" logo for the future protos. We will see how they end up ;)
Post by: iNViSiBiLiTi on Mon, 27 September 2021, 14:47:34
I believe he's looking for the name/model of the DAC chip e.g. AKM, ESS, Cirrus Logic, Qualcomm, etc.Hi, I'm very excited about the board, what DAC are you planning on including? I want to drive my HD800s and wondering whether it'll be sufficient. Also was thinking about getting the HE-1, will the Zeus be able to drive electrostatic headphones?
Thanks Juice! The daughterboard which houses the USB ports and the jack is where the DAC is built into. The heart of the DAC is a Ti chip (pcm2704) which can directly drive 32Ω (OHMS) headphones. I've beefed up the operating capacitors and employed a few filters as well, but overall I'm not sure how it will handle your high end gear x! If there is a high impedance headphone I can get my hands on I can try to see how it drives them.
edit: someone told me it's the pcm2704.
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Post by: lush_bunny on Sat, 02 October 2021, 21:05:15
make me pregnant koob
get in line
Post by: Koobaczech on Wed, 06 October 2021, 14:35:47
Hello all! A few things have been going on behind the scenes!
The badge has been changed to a lightning bolt. If you don't like it, it can be changed again so stop whining lol!
New wireless pcbs have arrived and are awesome. Firmware has been written and they are ready to rock. Ty Brandon for the help.
DESKMAT collab has happened with Jae from JAEKEYED.
Jupiter's Eye Deskmat collab from Jae (keyed)
(https://i.imgur.com/Wtxsz6s.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/GYF74pb.jpg)
FINALLY, I have sent a proto out to Mexican streamer KatanakajiKeys. He should be unboxing it tomorrow 10/7/2021 on stream at around 9PM EST, and hopefully be building it on Sunday 10/10/2021 at the same time. All of Zeus' hidden secrets will be revealed :cool:
https://www.twitch.tv/katanaxkaji (https://www.twitch.tv/katanaxkaji) - https://www.twitch.tv/katanaxkaji/schedule (https://www.twitch.tv/katanaxkaji/schedule)
Stay tuned, thanks!
The badge has been changed to a lightning bolt. If you don't like it, it can be changed again so stop whining lol!
New wireless pcbs have arrived and are awesome. Firmware has been written and they are ready to rock. Ty Brandon for the help.
DESKMAT collab has happened with Jae from JAEKEYED.
Jupiter's Eye Deskmat collab from Jae (keyed)
(https://i.imgur.com/Wtxsz6s.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/GYF74pb.jpg)
FINALLY, I have sent a proto out to Mexican streamer KatanakajiKeys. He should be unboxing it tomorrow 10/7/2021 on stream at around 9PM EST, and hopefully be building it on Sunday 10/10/2021 at the same time. All of Zeus' hidden secrets will be revealed :cool:
https://www.twitch.tv/katanaxkaji (https://www.twitch.tv/katanaxkaji) - https://www.twitch.tv/katanaxkaji/schedule (https://www.twitch.tv/katanaxkaji/schedule)
Stay tuned, thanks!
Post by: WHAT!? on Thu, 07 October 2021, 10:55:53
I generally want my peripherals to blend with my PC case... and I still like beige. But this looks so damn nice I might convince myself to make an exception. That is a damn fine keyboard. Love the matching numpad.
Post by: lush_bunny on Thu, 07 October 2021, 13:09:23
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Post by: darthcapn on Mon, 11 October 2021, 16:56:32
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Post by: encreed on Wed, 20 October 2021, 00:45:50
Hi, I'm very excited about the board, what DAC are you planning on including? I want to drive my HD800s and wondering whether it'll be sufficient. Also was thinking about getting the HE-1, will the Zeus be able to drive electrostatic headphones?Hi, I bought them with bulk earbuds (https://shopsavvy.mobi/wholesale-earbuds/) from online store they gave me a good feel. Electrostatic earphones are often viewed as the most straightforward, regular, point by point sounding listening gadgets conceivable. This is because of the incredibly speedy transient reaction of their super slender driver components, which not at all like customary earphone and speaker drivers, need weighty wire loops and magnets.
Post by: VXQN on Wed, 20 October 2021, 03:20:14
Post by: ravenousrhino on Wed, 20 October 2021, 09:12:30
Having the headphone port there means that the cable is going to want to come up and over the keys, no? The user would have to keep tucking it round the side (depending on the cable stiffness and flexibility). I think it would make much more sense to bring the port round to the front.
That would only be a problem if you have a short cable. Gravity would still do its work as long as it's long enough. Additionally, if it's an angled jack it won't be a problem. I mean if you can buy a keyboard like this you would be able to get good quality headset
Post by: i luv chuletas on Sun, 21 November 2021, 10:52:42
Maybe experiment with making the bolt assymetrical, with one of the sides being bigger? It just looks a bit... unsatisfying? to see the height of caps of the F-row be taller than the badge taking space right next to them. On that regard, I actually liked Zeus string more (as noted above.)
Maybe adding a background/frame to the bolt? Kind of like ancient greek pottery
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*bolt symbol*
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Something like this
(https://i.imgur.com/YiIGrrJ.jpeg)
Only instead of the two dude, it'd be a depiction of Zeus' bolt.
Obviously that last idea would be more expensive, but I do think it would add to the overall theme of the board
If that doesn't work, maybe experimenting with using a bolt similar to the one you have on the deskmat. The assymetry from one side being larger would maybe help balance it out? Or just the orientation?
Idk, just throwing ideas out there :p
Post by: Nonnegaard on Sun, 21 November 2021, 11:07:46
Also treeleaf64 what the heck lol? This man in the matrix :pNot sure what drugs treeleaf is on but I want some.
Post by: treeleaf64 on Mon, 22 November 2021, 00:10:07
Also treeleaf64 what the heck lol? This man in the matrix :pNot sure what drugs treeleaf is on but I want some.
It is called using a different geekhack theme because dark mode is for hololive enjoyers