[IC]Custom Keyboard - the Moon - Album of Prototype Updated

[m1kehonch0]

Count me in


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[aptivaboy]

Since some folks were talking about badging and branding...
 
I'm a NASA freak. Since the theme is "Lunar," mebbe an Apollo 11 Eagle badge? Or. something similar? Perhaps more of a grey theme, to go with the colors of the lunar surface?

Just ideas.

Thanks for  listening.

Bob

[mustcode]

Great curves! The new renders looks great. But I've been wondering, where is the cutout for the cable, is it around the back where the moon logo is?
Love almost everything about the design, except I think the two-tone is a little too much on the back around the moon logo. If that's the final design I might go with one color

[SBJ]

Very nice! Definitely interested.

[pixelpusher]

Great curves! The new renders looks great. But I've been wondering, where is the cutout for the cable, is it around the back where the moon logo is?
Love almost everything about the design, except I think the two-tone is a little too much on the back around the moon logo. If that's the final design I might go with one color

The "new renders" you speak of have a caption that says "prototype: not a render."   But good observation, Not sure where the USB connection is
 

[loud_asian]

They're still figuring out where to put the usb port cutout, the prototypes don't have any cutouts

[Photoelectric]

Maybe here?

[lecorsair]

I don't remember the post but I think the designer mentioned the usb port would be on the right hand side, though don't recall if meant below the numpad, or bottom right when facing the logo.

[Unforgivable]

Updated link to album of the moon prototype: http://imgur.com/a/d9dTS

Stupid question: where is the usb hole?  And what about pcb?

No such thing as stupid question, and sharp eyes!
There’s no USB hole on this prototype.. as we were still debating where to put this USB hole.
At this moment we agree to put the USB hole at the bottom right of the back of the keyboard (where the two stripes and the logo are)
Edit: PCB will probably be from the designer of ZZ96

I think a few people missed him saying that the USB port will be on the bottom right, so I quoted it here!

[Robotical]

Maybe here?

(Attachment Link)

I like this spot. Might be worth doing a render/photoshop to get a general idea of how it looks in different areas.

[Unforgivable]

He said it would be on the bottom right. I just hope the plate is compatible with other PCB's, just in case!

[Robotical]

He said it would be on the bottom right. I just hope the plate is compatible with other PCB's, just in case!

The way I interpreted what was said is that they are considering the bottom right, but nothing is finalized at the moment.

[profanum429]

This does look quite interesting, maybe enough to get another TKL...

[kjh2696]

wow i'm noob at kbd
i start get interest in kbd this year march
i'm just a studant at korea from now i must have to start saving money for this! this moon kbd so great and i love it this design u make my dream!

[pixelpusher]

Can stop looking at those photos.  Such an amazing profile!  Those lines and curves are truly a work of art.  I think it looks amazing as two tone brings out the lines better.

I didn't see any sort of timeline.  Do you think this will go to Group Buy status any time soon?

[zzyjayfree]

Can stop looking at those photos.  Such an amazing profile!  Those lines and curves are truly a work of art.  I think it looks amazing as two tone brings out the lines better.

I didn't see any sort of timeline.  Do you think this will go to Group Buy status any time soon?

Thank you! Probably late May, no solid dates yet.

[Slash Emperor]

Can stop looking at those photos.  Such an amazing profile!  Those lines and curves are truly a work of art.  I think it looks amazing as two tone brings out the lines better.

I didn't see any sort of timeline.  Do you think this will go to Group Buy status any time soon?

Thank you! Probably late May, no solid dates yet.

Going to get my wallet ready for late May, then.

[Kavik]

I think some combination of gold, silver, and black would look cool since it would resemble the Apollo LEM. I'm not an artisan person, but one of those astronaut caps would be fitting too.

[LightningXI]

I think some combination of gold, silver, and black would look cool since it would resemble the Apollo LEM. I'm not an artisan person, but one of those astronaut caps would be fitting too.

The C/Kosmonavt going for a good $300 in the aftermarket

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[ChitownM2]

This is absolutely fantastic.

I have a feeling it's going to make my wallet hurt though. A lot.

[Kavik]

I think some combination of gold, silver, and black would look cool since it would resemble the Apollo LEM. I'm not an artisan person, but one of those astronaut caps would be fitting too.

The C/Kosmonavt going for a good $300 in the aftermarket

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Screw that! lol.

[zzyjayfree]

I think some combination of gold, silver, and black would look cool since it would resemble the Apollo LEM. I'm not an artisan person, but one of those astronaut caps would be fitting too.

My plan is moon (color tbd) + Yuri + Soyuz Kosmo. Dang Dang Dang


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[LifeZ]

good!!

[BlackInk]

Would it be better if we change the design of the brass weight a little bit?

Like instead of 4 just  show one Big moon or something on the bottom of the case

[zzyjayfree]

Would it be better if we change the design of the brass weight a little bit?

Like instead of 4 just  show one Big moon or something on the bottom of the case

We are in fact changing the weight design


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[Damonskv]

Would it be better if we change the design of the brass weight a little bit?

Like instead of 4 just  show one Big moon or something on the bottom of the case

We are in fact changing the weight design


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Noooooooo
Please don't do it

[BlackInk]

Would it be better if we change the design of the brass weight a little bit?

Like instead of 4 just  show one Big moon or something on the bottom of the case

We are in fact changing the weight design


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Found these on google




jus some ideas, please keep us updated with final design of the weight inserts

Thanks

[exitfire401]

The slim profile at the front and unique curves really make me want this. Especially if I can get one in that HF color combo.

[PLC]

Can you do the stainless steel plates please?

[kevinzavier]

Is there any way where I could have a split backspace layout? where the backspace is right above the enter key, and there are two keys where the backspace used to be?

[dantan]

looks like a standard winkeyless TKL with a nice casing. It's nice, but not as awesome as I'd hoped.

[zzyjayfree]

Can you do the stainless steel plates please?

We might be offering steel plates, but then it's just gonna be steel color and it has to hit MOQ (tbd)

Is there any way where I could have a split backspace layout? where the backspace is right above the enter key, and there are two keys where the backspace used to be?

That would require new PCB and plate design. Idk much about the PCBs but if you can get them by yourself, I can check with EVE see if he's willing to make a plate for you.

The slim profile at the front and unique curves really make me want this. Especially if I can get one in that HF color combo.

Yes we are still discussing the color options, trying to cover as many popular color scheme as possible

[mathiasn]

OK, I'll (probably) take one matching Carbon and one matching Yuri.

[lvince95]

Is there any way where I could have a split backspace layout? where the backspace is right above the enter key, and there are two keys where the backspace used to be?

The plate shown in the prototype allows for split backspace, so the PCB is likely to support it as well. Of course it has to be confirmed, but the plate definitely supports split backspace.

[Aperture_Sci]

Not to ask a dumb question, but will there be any type of underglow visible from the outside on the pcb? AKA rgb showing through anywhere

[LightningXI]

Not to ask a dumb question, but will there be any type of underglow visible from the outside on the pcb? AKA rgb showing through anywhere

I'd be interested in knowing that too.

Also, Aperture, I'm amused that you've the Aperture Labs profile pic

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[breusch91]

The slim profile at the front and unique curves really make me want this. Especially if I can get one in that HF color combo.

Yes we are still discussing the color options, trying to cover as many popular color scheme as possible

Please please please keep the colors that match SA Carbon!!


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[babyphil]

I need this keyboard on my life.

[Aperture_Sci]

Not to ask a dumb question, but will there be any type of underglow visible from the outside on the pcb? AKA rgb showing through anywhere

I'd be interested in knowing that too.

Also, Aperture, I'm amused that you've the Aperture Labs profile pic

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The Company in Portal is actually called Aperture Laboratories, only in the early 50's did they refer to themselves as Aperture Science Innovators, however, I didnt like the look of Aperture_Labs

Also, in the end credit song of portal one, the song says "Aperture Science: we do what we want, because, we can." I really liked that quote

[zzyjayfree]

OK, I'll (probably) take one matching Carbon and one matching Yuri.

It will be a perfect match if you get a Soyuz Kosmo!

Not to ask a dumb question, but will there be any type of underglow visible from the outside on the pcb? AKA rgb showing through anywhere

There is no cake underglow.

Not to ask a dumb question, but will there be any type of underglow visible from the outside on the pcb? AKA rgb showing through anywhere

I'd be interested in knowing that too.

Also, Aperture, I'm amused that you've the Aperture Labs profile pic

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Pls see above

[PLC]

How much will it be?
(Oh **** sorry I didn`t check you mentioned it)

[yokken]

I'm all for this. The black and orange is like a dream for me. It could only be better if in a compact 1800 layout, but I think this board works nicely in TKL. Really looking forward to this.

Also, is there a maximum order quantity for this buy?

[Data]

That is the cleanest prototype I've ever seen and among the best machining work.  Damn.

[BlackInk]

OK, I'll (probably) take one matching Carbon and one matching Yuri.

It will be a perfect match if you get a Soyuz Kosmo!

Not to ask a dumb question, but will there be any type of underglow visible from the outside on the pcb? AKA rgb showing through anywhere

There is no cake underglow.

Not to ask a dumb question, but will there be any type of underglow visible from the outside on the pcb? AKA rgb showing through anywhere

I'd be interested in knowing that too.

Also, Aperture, I'm amused that you've the Aperture Labs profile pic

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Pls see above

Yissss, underglow makes the board looks cheap!

[pr0ximity]

Any chance of a brass plate? Brass plate would make this my dream board.

[TheZissou]

Debating colors for Yuri. Maybe blue/silver.

[nsmechkb]

Would it be better if we change the design of the brass weight a little bit?

Like instead of 4 just  show one Big moon or something on the bottom of the case

We are in fact changing the weight design


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Happy to read this.

[KnightDX]

Would kind of love to see this as a 96 key , similar to the redscarf layout.

[yokken]

Any chance of a brass plate? Brass plate would make this my dream board.

Seconded. Brass plate is a must for a board this gorgeous.

[zzyjayfree]

Any chance of a brass plate? Brass plate would make this my dream board.

Seconded. Brass plate is a must for a board this gorgeous.

Any chance of a brass plate? Brass plate would make this my dream board.

I can try to offer this option during GB but there will be MOQ. Never thought of brass plate tho, any previous sale with this option?

That is the cleanest prototype I've ever seen and among the best machining work.  Damn.

I thought Data has no emotion! JK, glad you like it.

OK, I'll (probably) take one matching Carbon and one matching Yuri.

It will be a perfect match if you get a Soyuz Kosmo!

Not to ask a dumb question, but will there be any type of underglow visible from the outside on the pcb? AKA rgb showing through anywhere

There is no cake underglow.

Not to ask a dumb question, but will there be any type of underglow visible from the outside on the pcb? AKA rgb showing through anywhere

I'd be interested in knowing that too.

Also, Aperture, I'm amused that you've the Aperture Labs profile pic

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Pls see above

Yissss, underglow makes the board looks cheap!

Hmmm, last time I talked to EVE, he said the PCB will support underglow, but you certainly can turn it off.

I'm all for this. The black and orange is like a dream for me. It could only be better if in a compact 1800 layout, but I think this board works nicely in TKL. Really looking forward to this.

Also, is there a maximum order quantity for this buy?

Most likely there will be.