Author Topic: [IC] LeandreN Round 5 / Mekanisk Group Buy 1 - GON PCBsand 60% parts (Read 11907 times)

LeandreN · « **on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42 »

Hi!

I need some input from the community on round 5.

Link to round 4 for comparison.

What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?

Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates) ?

What colours are cool for aluminium plates?

What else would you like to see? I am open to any suggestions.

I can offer steel plates for 25$ each, 30$ for anodized aluminum and 55$ for carbon fibre(silver or black!).
I can offer GON PCBs in light/mint blue and white. The PCBs are presoldered, and does have full GUI programming.

I need at least 100 orders for this GB to happen,so I need to know there is interest.

CommonCurt · « **Reply #1 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:56:27 »

Depending on when the GB starts/ends, I'd probably get a light blue NerD60 PCB.

toneman77 · « **Reply #2 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 05:23:43 »

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

Hi!

I need some input from the community on round 5.
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What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?

Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates) ?

What colours are cool for aluminium plates?

What else would you like to see? I am open to any suggestions.
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1. You are fast. Quality is top-notch. Shipping costs to germany are awesome.
2. Sure
3. as long as black is available...
4.

ISO HHKB-style plates
ISO HHKB-style plates with split spacebar option (one can dream)
ZealPC's silencing clips
your awesome blank thick OEM caps in another color (with 1.75 right shift)

duynguyenle · « **Reply #3 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 05:31:41 »

I think your plate prices are very reasonable, and you've ran 4 rounds already, and from the pictures of R4, all the plates look excellent, I would based my buying decision on that alone!

As for the PCBs, I wish they could be a bit cheaper, but I understand this affects your margins. Maybe introducing tiering based on numbers purchased? I'm happy with your decision to have one neutral coloured PCB and one vibrant one, planning to get 2 sets for round 5.

As for what I want to see in the future, maybe Alps 60% plates?

dorf · « **Reply #4 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 05:42:07 »

I'm in for a white PCB.

effectiveduck · « **Reply #5 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 05:43:11 »

I'd personally like to see layout specific plates instead of universal plates, but I understand the extra cost would be a turn off for some/most people.

Khers · « **Reply #6 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 05:50:25 »

Pinecone · « **Reply #7 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 06:27:56 »

What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?
Because you have cool stuff that can't be purchased otherwise

Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates)?
Yes. Would like to see price breaks if orders exceed certain quantities.

What colours are cool for aluminium plates?
Maybe mint blue (to match the PCB), lime green, orange (always have orange! it's like your signature color) and other unusual colors that are not easily obtainable via eBay or AliExpress.

What else would you like to see? I am open to any suggestions.
Bluetooth option on PCB for added cost or the standalone BT module parts would be nice, to solder onto your R4 PCBs.

DALExSNAIL · « **Reply #8 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 06:37:14 »

What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?
Lots of successful runs under your belt, plus possible GoN PCBs that wont take a year to get to me

Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates)?
For sure, seems more than worth, Would be worth even more for a WKL 60%

What colours are cool for aluminium plates?
Purple, gunmetal grey, gold (dont see this option enough)

What else would you like to see? I am open to any suggestions.
Decent case that isnt a TEX case, I really really want a gon case with alu plates. Also maybe stabs and switches too.

Also my vote is for the light blue/mint PCB

TalkingTree · « **Reply #9 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 07:08:58 »

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?

Your reliability, kindness and actually taking community suggestions in consideration.

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates) ?

Is that the same price for R4? Works for me anyway.

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

What colours are cool for aluminium plates?

I match my plates with my switches colors. So black, red and blue.

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

What else would you like to see? I am open to any suggestions.

Custom cutouts upon request.

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

I can offer GON PCBs in light/mint blue and white.

I'd get both variants.

Brammm87 · « **Reply #10 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 09:31:14 »

I'm definitely in for at least one set. I have a very specific want for hyperfuse matching colors, but that's all.

gadzkun · « **Reply #11 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 10:45:34 »

i want a new layout like iss 62 is that possible xD

longcat · « **Reply #12 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 11:07:41 »

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What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?

I've been in two of your group buys and bought from your web store and your service is second to none. Everyone is always aware of where the group buy stands and the shipping is timely when the parts are available. Truly great service!

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Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates) ?

Yes that is a fair price for those parts

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What colours are cool for aluminium plates?

whatever colors the pcbs end up, matching color plates. purple, white or silver carbon fibre!

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What else would you like to see? I am open to any suggestions.

low profile matching anodized cases something like the TEX.

Looking forward to this one regardless what you offer!

WOMBO · « **Reply #13 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 14:24:39 »

definitely interested, but can we get black pcbs?

DanielT · « **Reply #14 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 15:01:24 »

I would have loved a purple PCB but I can live with a mint one too, I'm not going to miss this. On plates I can't say much because I like PCB mount.
+1 on low profile cases, but I'm not sure I'll have the money for that, but who knows

DALExSNAIL · « **Reply #15 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 15:40:06 »

Case + gold winkeyless JD plate + purple Gon PCB would be the dream my man. But I know Ill never have it.

NEED PURPLE PCB AND WINKEYLESS PLATE!

Sifo · « **Reply #16 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 17:23:14 »

I mean you already know what I'm gonna say. I only need the plate though

kawasaki161 · « **Reply #17 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 17:32:56 »

Some green love this time maybe? Green is very rarely offered.

Nafs_asp · « **Reply #18 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 19:14:43 »

I would be in for at least 1 plate and PCB, possibly two sets. I prefer more understated colors, so as long as there is steel (sandblasted please) and silver aluminum I'm happy.

As for PCB I will probably stick to black.

I would absolutely love for there to be a high profile aluminum case available as well, these are so hard to come buy, but I bet you could make it happen.

jeffbolton · « **Reply #19 on:** Tue, 09 August 2016, 20:00:20 »

I would love to have have a jdcarpe plate case combo. Like the JD45.

If it was HHKB layout it would be an instant buy.

Bumbibear · « **Reply #20 on:** Wed, 10 August 2016, 01:16:23 »

Would be interested in another PCB and also if you'd stock some switches/stabs from Zealio and maybe some of Ziptyze cases that would be really awesome!!

dorf · « **Reply #21 on:** Wed, 10 August 2016, 02:37:37 »

Quote from: Pinecone on Tue, 09 August 2016, 06:27:56

What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?
Because you have cool stuff that can't be purchased otherwise

Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates)?
Yes. Would like to see price breaks if orders exceed certain quantities.

What colours are cool for aluminium plates?
Maybe mint blue (to match the PCB), lime green, orange (always have orange! it's like your signature color) and other unusual colors that are not easily obtainable via eBay or AliExpress.

What else would you like to see? I am open to any suggestions.
Bluetooth option on PCB for added cost or the standalone BT module parts would be nice, to solder onto your R4 PCBs.

BT option!

ipreferpie · « **Reply #22 on:** Wed, 10 August 2016, 02:52:43 »

Definitely interested if you can do alps option and Infinity style plate!

LeandreN · « **Reply #23 on:** Wed, 10 August 2016, 14:59:11 »

Thanks for all the feedback! I will answer all questions once I have the time. Currently on vacation in this magical place.

LeandreN · « **Reply #24 on:** Wed, 10 August 2016, 15:00:21 »

Quote from: Sifo on Tue, 09 August 2016, 17:23:14

I mean you already know what I'm gonna say. I only need the plate though

Yeah sorry dude. If I ever get a green plates available, you will be the first to get one!

LeandreN · « **Reply #25 on:** Wed, 10 August 2016, 15:00:55 »

duynguyenle · « **Reply #26 on:** Wed, 10 August 2016, 15:08:49 »

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ccarlitos2 · « **Reply #27 on:** Wed, 10 August 2016, 16:09:32 »

Any chance at expanding from 60% to say a 65% or 68%?

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Pinecone · « **Reply #28 on:** Wed, 10 August 2016, 16:10:52 »

Quote from: ccarlitos2 on Wed, 10 August 2016, 16:09:32

Any chance at expanding from 60% to say a 65% or 68%?

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I'd be down for 65 or 68

60 pcbs are becoming more and more readily available.

LeandreN · « **Reply #29 on:** Wed, 10 August 2016, 16:50:49 »

Quote from: ccarlitos2 on Wed, 10 August 2016, 16:09:32

Any chance at expanding from 60% to say a 65% or 68%?

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Not for round 5, maybe in the future

Erysichthon · « **Reply #30 on:** Wed, 10 August 2016, 19:09:05 »

What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?
Best GB leader I've had, quick shipping and updates.

Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates) ?
I think the prices are all good.

What colours are cool for aluminium plates?
GREEN! and blue

What else would you like to see? I am open to any suggestions.
Since you don't want to do tracked packages this time, it would be cool if you could set up an automated system to let people know when their package has been sent.

CommonCurt · « **Reply #31 on:** Wed, 10 August 2016, 21:54:44 »

I wasn't aware you didn't want to do tracked packages this Round.

If this info is correct I would much rather pay to have tracked shipping.

Erysichthon · « **Reply #32 on:** Thu, 11 August 2016, 01:09:26 »

Quote from: CommonCurt on Wed, 10 August 2016, 21:54:44

I wasn't aware you didn't want to do tracked packages this Round.

If this info is correct I would much rather pay to have tracked shipping.

It's possible I misinterpreted something but I remembered something in the R4 thread about it being a huge hassle.

yeahsure · « **Reply #33 on:** Thu, 11 August 2016, 02:42:30 »

Could it be possible to have a universal HHKB plate option like on Gon's housings? Either way, I would be down for a plate.

eksuen · « **Reply #34 on:** Thu, 11 August 2016, 11:42:53 »

+1 for green plates

kennardsmith · « **Reply #35 on:** Thu, 11 August 2016, 16:37:37 »

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?

Great communication, very fast shipping, the best parts!

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates) ?

More than a fair price for this stuff

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

What colours are cool for aluminium plates?

White / green, but I'm more interested in a steel plate.

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

What else would you like to see? I am open to any suggestions.

I'm hoping for a steel hhkb-style plate, would be great if it were powder-coated/painted but raw steel is just fine too!

shoostep · « **Reply #36 on:** Thu, 11 August 2016, 16:59:31 »

Another +1 for green plates

gerankle · « **Reply #37 on:** Sun, 14 August 2016, 02:57:13 »

What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?

New to geekhack, but you seem very well trusted from other members on the website.

Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates) ?

Yes? New to making my own keyboard, so I don't quite know price ranges yet.

What colours are cool for aluminium plates?

I'll take anything!

+1 for interest. Would be interested in the PCB and steel universal60 top plate.

soilheart · « **Reply #38 on:** Sun, 14 August 2016, 03:43:17 »

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?

Plates with non universal (bottom row) cutouts.

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates) ?

$30 for a plate is awesome, could even pay more for a plate with non universal (bottom row) cutouts.
Can't speak about the PCB as I don't like Gon(s PCBs).

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

What colours are cool for aluminium plates?

White ^^

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

What else would you like to see? I am open to any suggestions.

Gateron thick PBT keycaps with ISO support (60% kit?) so you only need switches and case as extras.

Treadstone · « **Reply #39 on:** Sun, 14 August 2016, 05:26:38 »

Participated in the last drop, and I have to say that GB was top-notch

I'd probably be up for the plate only - if it came in lime or mint blue color

swimmingbird · « **Reply #40 on:** Sun, 14 August 2016, 05:54:50 »

Definitely interested in a plate!

ccarlitos2 · « **Reply #41 on:** Sun, 14 August 2016, 09:37:27 »

I need a plate for the zeal60. I think I wanna go with carbon fiber this time around

Happylomo · « **Reply #42 on:** Mon, 15 August 2016, 22:27:18 »

What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?
You've run several gbs, and it seems to be very smooth and reliable. And the possibility of getting a NerD60

Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates) ?
maybe a little bit high for the PCB? $52-55 ish? plate is fine i guess

What colours are cool for aluminium plates?
White (is it possible to make it white, though??)

Giorgio · « **Reply #43 on:** Mon, 15 August 2016, 23:11:03 »

Quote from: ccarlitos2 on Wed, 10 August 2016, 16:09:32

Any chance at expanding from 60% to say a 65% or 68%?

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Thanks for this suggestion.

There is space for a new standard, for cases and plates, in the same size of the whitefox.

My pok3r is unusable. In retrospect, I really need arrows, pgup pgdown.

CommonCurt · « **Reply #44 on:** Tue, 16 August 2016, 00:08:51 »

Do you have any time frame in mind for when the GB will start, if it does?

zenless · « **Reply #45 on:** Tue, 16 August 2016, 15:23:40 »

What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?
I've been in two rounds so far. I want another HHKB plate!

Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates) ?
Yes!

What colours are cool for aluminium plates?
I'm boring usually, but i could be interested in an orange HHKB plate

breckstar · « **Reply #46 on:** Wed, 17 August 2016, 18:32:27 »

If it is light blue I think orange would be a good combo, but if it is truly a mint (more green) then some red/crimson would pair nicely imo. Either way, I am in

Purple might be a cool one to pair with it too.

Slash Emperor · « **Reply #47 on:** Thu, 18 August 2016, 22:03:35 »

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

What makes you buy this/would make you buy parts from me?

I have heard great things about your work in previous rounds, and the results look stunning. I want to try your work.

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

Do you think 60$ for a PCB and 30$ for a plate is a good price for a high quality kit(GON PCB, JD-plates) ?

I think those prices are okay, myself.

Quote from: LeandreN on Tue, 09 August 2016, 04:51:42

What colours are cool for aluminium plates?

What else would you like to see? I am open to any suggestions.
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First, I am definitely interested in the carbon fiber plate, either silver or black.

Love the mentions of purple PCBs in the thread, but I am okay with white. In terms of suggestions, I'd also love to see 65% or so.

LeandreN · « **Reply #48 on:** Mon, 22 August 2016, 15:03:50 »

Leading towards Mint and White as options.

Thanks for all the feedback and nice to see all the interest.

I am gearing up for another run now.

duynguyenle · « **Reply #49 on:** Mon, 22 August 2016, 15:15:11 »

Quote from: LeandreN on Mon, 22 August 2016, 15:03:50

Leading towards Mint and White as options.

Thanks for all the feedback and nice to see all the interest.

I am gearing up for another run now.

Good to hear! What plate colours have you chosen to offer this round?

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