Ergodox Keyboard Kit

[Permeability]

They are selling keyboard kits at massdrop.com, for those of you who don't know it is a website that organizes group buys for people and distributes the items. They just put up a group buy for ergodox's keyboard kit.

https://www.massdrop.com/buy/ergodox

I think an account is required to view, which is annoying, but interesting to check out if you want this sort of thing.


Picture of the finished keyboard


Link to a PDF of the product description page on Massdrop for those who don't want to sign up just to view details. (Thanks Glod)

 http://almightyglod.com/public_stack/ERGODOXMASSDROP20130110.pdf

Link to a PDF of the Assembly instructions(Note: large files ~96megabytes) Thanks mikelanding
Google Drive: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B5PCsMwLX0pzOUtiYjY0UWE2ZjQ/edit
Dropbox: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/2807557/Ergo%20Dox%20Assembly%20Instruction.pdf

Massdrop poll for Keycaps:
https://www.massdrop.com/vote/ergodox-keycap

[Glod]

Yeah this was brought up in the original thread, http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=22780.0

But it is probably a good idea to have a thread here and spread the word

Pricing

10-24 sold: $274.00 each
25-49 sold: $239.00 each
50-99 sold: $226.00 each
100+ sold: $199.00 each

Shipping free to US

They will take special requests if you chat with them such as purchasing just the PCB, the case, etc

because of switch availability only Clear, Black, and Blue are available in this GB; that could change in the next week or 2.

Build Instructions: https://www.massdrop.com/dox-ergo.php

[hashbaz]

Yes, a new thread is definitely needed to publicize this.  We need to make sure the Korean forums are aware of it too.

[The_Beast]

I really hate having to sign up for this site, but I did for the ergo-dox. However I'm not sure that I'll be buying because of the phantom and GH60

[absyrd]

Thanks for the heads-up. I haven't been watching the other thread or been on IRC lately, so I would have missed this.

[jwaz]

I really hate having to sign up for this site, but I did for the ergo-dox. However I'm not sure that I'll be buying because of the phantom and GH60

These are on a whole 'nother level.

[SmallFry]

I really hate having to sign up for this site, but I did for the ergo-dox. However I'm not sure that I'll be buying because of the phantom and GH60

These are on a whole 'nother level.

Aye. A whole new world of awesome!

[litster]

And the acrylic case is designed by yours truly :-)

[Glod]

And the acrylic case is designed by yours truly :-)

I like it! more so without the wrist rest but they both look good. if i get it it will match my Danger Den gear 

I do wish however they would show what the metal case would look like so i could compare.

[ekw808]

In for one =)

[TheProfosist]

Someone want to post all the details in this thead lime priceing and cases and stuff.

[TheGrey]

yay it has arrived!!!!!!!

[Glod]

not sure if anybody wants this but because you have to sign up to see the buy website i did something silly and saved the page as a pdf http://almightyglod.com/public_stack/ERGODOXMASSDROP20130110.pdf
Just in case.....lol

[metalliqaz]

Have to log in to see the sale?  Ha! No.

PASS

[Glod]

Have to log in to see the sale?  Ha! No.

PASS

may i ask why? i'm failing to see why this is such a big deal

[Glod]

To participate in a Geekhack group buy you need to have a geek hack id registered and a Paypal account, why would signing up to mass-drop to have to participate be any different?

[alaricljs]

But you don't have to have an account here to SEE the GB (terms, pricing, timing, ...).  That's the distinction I think is being made.

[The_Beast]

But you don't have to have an account here to SEE the GB (terms, pricing, timing, ...).  That's the distinction I think is being made.

Yes this, it's just a slight annoyance that doesn't need to be there

[metalliqaz]

But you don't have to have an account here to SEE the GB (terms, pricing, timing, ...).  That's the distinction I think is being made.

This.

[Potato]

But you don't have to have an account here to SEE the GB (terms, pricing, timing, ...).  That's the distinction I think is being made.

Yes this, it's just a slight annoyance that doesn't need to be there

It does need to be there so that massdrop can offer other products for under the MSRP. It is like when you need to add an item to your cart on amazon or bestbuy.com to see the price.

[metalliqaz]

But you can still see the item for sale publicly on Amazon, you only need to jump through hoops to get the price, and even then you don't need an account.

Also, the ErgoDox isn't available at retail.

[merijn]

Tomorrow getting paid - time to order one! Finally!

[Halverson]

If anyone in Canada is just looking for an extra pcb and doesn't want to buy a full kit, I'll proxy, just lemme know.

[jdcarpe]

Purchased one. Not a huge fan of ergo designs, but I support this project!

[hashbaz]

We've been over the login requirement thing many times now.  It's necessary.  These guys are not Amazon, they are a start-up.  Everyone, including the Massdrop guys, agree that it's unfortunate.  Normally it's shady and annoying, but we know there is a good reason in this case.  So if you're interested, suck it up and register, or just click the Facebook button.  Done and done.

[metalliqaz]

'tis true... if I wanted one I would just login and buy it.

[alaricljs]

Yes and no, it wouldn't be that hard to account-wall the stuff that requires it and leave everything else out in the open.

[hashbaz]

My understanding is that even the buy details pages require account walls.  That's why they're behind an account wall.

[reverkiller]

I think the reason they do it that way is to present themselves to companies as enthusiasts, in order to show they're not trying to buy things under MSRP and sell them to people that way. I may be wrong though haha.

[Glod]

Ok well i did find something silly with MD on their discussion page

question

Chris - 8 hours ago
for the pcb option, is each one a set of two or just on singular pcb?

response

MassdropMark@ Chris - 5 hours ago
$22 for each PCB. If you're building a second keyboard you will need to buy two for $44 total. Just a note, the PCB is the same for both left hand and right hand side of the keyboard.

To me, when i saw the option to add a pcb, i would have thought you would would get a set, not a single hand lol

I wonder how many people are going to get only one hand 

[jdcarpe]

They include 84 switches, so that's for a whole keyboard, not half. Extra PCB would be for the set of 2 halves, I presume

[metalliqaz]

Well maybe you get an extra in case you screw one up.  The more options, the better, right?

[Halverson]

They include 84 switches, so that's for a whole keyboard, not half. Extra PCB would be for the set of 2 halves, I presume

I believe in a message from them in the discussion they mentioned 1 pcb is half, so you'd need to buy 2 for a set.

[DanGWanG]

Just put my buy in!

[jdcarpe]

They include 84 switches, so that's for a whole keyboard, not half. Extra PCB would be for the set of 2 halves, I presume

I believe in a message from them in the discussion they mentioned 1 pcb is half, so you'd need to buy 2 for a set.

Well I see that. But it makes no sense. Why would they be selling half a keyboard kit?

[Halverson]

They include 84 switches, so that's for a whole keyboard, not half. Extra PCB would be for the set of 2 halves, I presume

I believe in a message from them in the discussion they mentioned 1 pcb is half, so you'd need to buy 2 for a set.

Well I see that. But it makes no sense. Why would they be selling half a keyboard kit?

One handed people! Stop being so insensitive! But really, incase you muck one pcb up first, have a spare?

[TheQsanity]

I really hate having to sign up for this site, but I did for the ergo-dox. However I'm not sure that I'll be buying because of the phantom and GH60

Oh same here! If only it came out faster or was cheaper!

[haskellelephant]

Does anyone have a picture of the aluminum case option?

[dorkvader]

Does anyone have a picture of the aluminum case option?

I don't think any exist or have been made yet. I'm interested in pictures as well.

They say it's non-anodized "aircraft grade" aluminium (so I assume that means 6061 or similar) which will give you a good idea of the colour. I would guess the shape is the same as the non-palmrest acrylic "layer cake" design, but I really have no idea what they'll go with.

I really want two of these, one in Al and the other in acrylic, but we'll see if I can afford it.

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Ok well i did find something silly with MD on their discussion page

question

Chris - 8 hours ago
for the pcb option, is each one a set of two or just on singular pcb?

response

MassdropMark@ Chris - 5 hours ago
$22 for each PCB. If you're building a second keyboard you will need to buy two for $44 total. Just a note, the PCB is the same for both left hand and right hand side of the keyboard.

To me, when i saw the option to add a pcb, i would have thought you would would get a set, not a single hand lol

I wonder how many people are going to get only one hand 

One hand for gaming ofcourse.

[Game Theory]

not sure if anybody wants this but because you have to sign up to see the buy website i did something silly and saved the page as a pdf http://almightyglod.com/public_stack/ERGODOXMASSDROP20130110.pdf
Just in case.....lol

Thank Glod. 

[SmallFry]

Does anyone have a picture of the aluminum case option?

I don't think any exist or have been made yet. I'm interested in pictures as well.

They say it's non-anodized "aircraft grade" aluminium (so I assume that means 6061 or similar) which will give you a good idea of the colour. I would guess the shape is the same as the non-palmrest acrylic "layer cake" design, but I really have no idea what they'll go with.

I really want two of these, one in Al and the other in acrylic, but we'll see if I can afford it.

---

Ok well i did find something silly with MD on their discussion page

question

Chris - 8 hours ago
for the pcb option, is each one a set of two or just on singular pcb?

response

MassdropMark@ Chris - 5 hours ago
$22 for each PCB. If you're building a second keyboard you will need to buy two for $44 total. Just a note, the PCB is the same for both left hand and right hand side of the keyboard.

To me, when i saw the option to add a pcb, i would have thought you would would get a set, not a single hand lol

I wonder how many people are going to get only one hand 

One hand for gaming ofcourse.

That's actually... kinda interesting. I could see people using the one hand like a Nostromo.

[takaki]

The numbers required for the 226 to 199 tier jump is so huge o_o

[DanGWanG]

Best price break point is easily at 25 units, and we're already more than half way there so it's all good in the hood for me

[Burz]

Permeability, could you put a JPEG of the kit and keyboard in your initial post? There should also be a short 3 or 4 sentence synopsis describing the Ergodox.

That will help generate interest for it among newcomers and other people who do not follow every subject on GH.

[dorkvader]

Permeability, could you put a JPEG of the kit and keyboard in your initial post? There should also be a short 3 or 4 sentence synopsis describing the Ergodox.

That will help generate interest for it among newcomers and other people who do not follow every subject on GH.

This is a good idea. Here's a picture that MassDrop made of theirs.

https://s3.amazonaws.com/massdropinc/product-images/clasiccase.jpeg

[Permeability]

I added everything to OP 

[Phil21]

Interesting.  I read the order form as the additional PCB was as a spare (e.g. in case you suck at soldering like I do.. you get a do-over)

[TotalChaos]

I really want to support this project.

But the lack of a red switch option is really dissuading me. 

How do u press a function key?

How much would someone charge me to put it all together for me?

[Glissant]

As long as I am not in the states this won't be viable for me. Maybe I'll get in touch with one of the lovely gentlemen on the forum to hold one for me. Hmmm. I really want to support the project. *goes into the think tank*

[mikelanding]

Call me silly. I save the Ergodox Keyboard Assembly Instruction webpage in pdf. Plan to load up on my iPad.
Be warned! Big file around 96mb

You can download at below links:
Google Drive: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B5PCsMwLX0pzOUtiYjY0UWE2ZjQ/edit
Dropbox: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/2807557/Ergo%20Dox%20Assembly%20Instruction.pdf