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Title: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:01:04
08/01 update:
GB lives now! Plz check it here: https://www.matrixlab.store/collections/me-gb (https://www.matrixlab.store/collections/me-gb)

07/28 update:
GB will start from August 1st to August 10th. Thx for your waiting.
Plz join our discord server or check our store: matrixlab.store (http://matrixlab.store)

07/25 update:
GB time still not locked yet. Im working out IOSS and VAT things for EU buyer now, may delay GB due to this. Estimated start shipping time wont change.

07/07 update:
05/20 update:
05/17 updated:

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Hi everyone, since 2 months has passed. ME has updated lots of new things. I decided not to modify the previous description.

ME now has divided to 2 versions: 'ME' and 'ME se'.

1. Differences between ME and ME se:
(https://i.imgur.com/oepgtUK.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/8zNVwcZ.png)

ME Proto building video
Apiary
https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1095971865 (https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1095971865)
Taeha types
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McNugIMWLAQ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McNugIMWLAQ)
Shoobs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfN8e-ljoic (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfN8e-ljoic)

2.Color options:

ME offers totally 28 colors:

Standard and Special are optional upgrade colors.

Coating ≠ e-coat, if you want to know more about it, plz check it here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrostatic_coating (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrostatic_coating) 

24 colors are in Imgur, include the creamy white: https://imgur.com/a/CsUseSb (https://imgur.com/a/CsUseSb)

The other 4 sparkling colors are in Youtube, plz check it here:
Here are 21 colors of them.
(https://i.imgur.com/cKSa3Ft.jpg)


3. Plate:
Alu flex plate:
(https://i.imgur.com/BBxLHkU.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/64z1BlZ.jpg)
PC plate:
(https://i.imgur.com/YDFurH3.jpg)

4. Weight:

5. Typing angle

6. Layout:
(https://i.imgur.com/iAmw7ZK.jpg)

7. PCB Feature:
Programmable, Vial supported.

8. Price:
(https://i.imgur.com/vyzEOwH.png)
(I feel like im selling a car >.<)

9. Optional upgrade list:
(https://i.imgur.com/65NSIJ8.png)


10. GB detail:

11. Estimated shipping time:

12. More pics:
(https://i.imgur.com/luVN6Sb.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/mXhUmIW.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/eXzXzwT.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/PutBiQa.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/syUaTve.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/edIj8WK.jpg)
Pics take from Zfrontier @foni
(https://i.imgur.com/t1v0lHc.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Dj3CLSt.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/yOzSMKy.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/WbaykeK.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Q78OliT.jpg)
Pics take from Matrix lab 'TD lemon 1900'

13. Stainless bottom plate:
more pics: https://imgur.com/a/vwjuirF (https://imgur.com/a/vwjuirF)
(https://i.imgur.com/nx4qLhH.jpg)

14. Sound pack:
(https://i.imgur.com/eQtDmQ9.jpg)

15. Renders:
ME
(https://i.imgur.com/EMiV5LY.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/8pNugtW.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Bhogmc5.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/k5NQSIL.jpg)

ME se
(https://i.imgur.com/AXNy2ts.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/W2GM4k3.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/MsFogW9.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/1V1r1Yq.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/sMu8Lg6.png)



Thx for your reading! Plz feel free to leave your comment below. I hope my poor English will not cause any misunderstandings.

 If you are interested in our keyboard, plz joining in our discord serever: https://discord.gg/JWPFAEk4xD





Previous introduction:

More
Hi, friends of Geekhack, here is Albert from Matrix lab!

 It's been a long while since the our last keyboard IC on geekhack. This time, we have prepared a lot of new things for you guys. At the same time, this will also be our first TKL keyboard officially sold outside of China.
 
 Our original intention in designing this keyboard is to make it a concise and practical. You will not see the complicated external structure design of our previous keyboards on this one. But you can still see some of our previous iconic designs, like the led light in the front or the badge in the back weight. The installation method of badge has been changed to a magnetic type. More convenient to replace it. The badge is compitable with our recent keyboards, like the 8xv 2.0 Additional or 6xv 2.0 Falcon. Also, we will offer badge commission service in the furture.

 The front led part has been designed to a simple replacement method. You can easily change the shape by replacing a small metal piece. You can even diy it yourself.
 
 For the mount method, if you are familiar with us, you probably know that 99% of our keyboards are Top mount. Top mount may be the most traditional and widely used mounting method. It can bring a very stable typing feeling experience to users, and can also be tuned very well. From our opinion, the relatively simple structure of top mount can support our complex external design. No matter how complicated our external design is, we don’t have to worry about the internal structure.
 
 But, we will not use tranditional Top mount this time.
 
 We designed a new type of Top mount for this keyboard, and we will just simply call it 'Top-gasket' mount. The plate is still fixed to the top case, but its not fixed by screws directly. The poron gaskets will be sticked on the plate, and we designed several individual rectangualr pieces to be locked to the top case to clamp the plate. Plz check the schematic below.
(https://i.imgur.com/jt3sTvA.jpg)
 As you can see in the picture, the blue one is poron gasket, the red one is fixed strip, and the green one is case dampening pad. The fixing strip is fixed to the top case by screws to achieve the effect of clamping the plate. The purpose of this design is mainly to make it have the typing feeling of the gasket mount while retaining the high compatibility of the Top mount. It allows us to design complex external structures without having to consider the internal structure too much.

 Since I have received a lot of suggestions for us to remove/adjust the tabs on the spaces and sides. Here i want to talk about more detail about the internal structure. As you can see below, thats how the internal looks like.
(https://i.imgur.com/SB7Y52h.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/f6OcyBa.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/UePweqD.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/1wQjbfp.jpg)
 As I have said before, this structure inherits the very flexible advantages of Top mount. The Plate is fixed to the top case by 8 small metal pieces, and each small metal pieces has 3 screws hole on it. You can decide how many screws you want to use on each pieces, and this will ultimately affect the feel of typing.
 Based on this, it becomes very flexible. You can adjust the typing feel by adjusting the number of screws used or even the tightness of the screws. If you dont like the side tabs, you can just simply remove the metal pieces, and the side tabs it not working anymore.
 Compared with normal gasket mount, I think this is the biggest difference between us.
 
 To improve the typing feeling, we also designed a new type of plate as an upgrade item. A ultra flex one! Plz check the pics below.
(https://i.imgur.com/64z1BlZ.jpg)
 We want to increase the resilience of each key when you typing on it, and at same time, it wont fall down at the corner. So we set up flex cut for each keys in the main typing area. The result of this is that it both increases rebound and maintains rigidity. The processing cost of the flex plate is more than three times that of the normal one. So this will be a upgrade choice during GB.
 
Renders:
This is not the final version, there are still some details to be adjusted
(https://i.imgur.com/AXNy2ts.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/W2GM4k3.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/MsFogW9.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/1V1r1Yq.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/sMu8Lg6.png)

Prototype:
(https://i.imgur.com/Fu7HnjX.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/1PqlhSs.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/0qNbOpZ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/muRcDty.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/k5NhRw8.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/bm8RAxX.jpg)


 
Typing angle
 8°

Layout:
(https://i.imgur.com/H37cZrd.png)

PCB Feature:
Programmable, Vial supported.


 
 
 Thx for your reading! Plz feel free to leave your comment below. I hope my poor English will not cause any misunderstandings.

 If you are interested in our keyboard, plz joining in our discord serever: https://discord.gg/JWPFAEk4xD




Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:01:57
reserved  :)
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: of_sam on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:02:31
Cool stuff. Would love to see the tabs around the spacebar adjusted a bit.

edit: and also forget those side mount tabs  :eek:
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: ramnes on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:05:56
Need
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: kumori on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:06:23
pretty nice, will def be on :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: kiyoboard on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:06:31
Finally! In for sure  :)
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Novafish on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:06:41
Oh boy, finally an international tkl gb for matrix
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Puree on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:07:30
 :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC]&lt; Me &gt;—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: lovidore on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:07:39
Kinda nice!
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: roguesystem087 on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:08:00
OH MY GODDDD FINALLYYY
gonna be my first matrix TKL
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Gvalch_ca on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:08:14
hope for intl gb
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: qats on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:08:41
v pog
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: khaleeesi on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:08:56
Def grabbing this!!
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: hayt on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:09:27
P hot
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: mawli on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:10:09
Very nice!
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: war40ck on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:11:04
oh boi
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: 7empest on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:14:45
This doesn't look like the normal Matrix that i am used to seeing, but still very cool. Definitely interested in this!
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: MIGHTY CHICKEN on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:15:14
Well I guess I'm broke
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Que7797 on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:40:24
Quote from: of_sam on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:02:31
Cool stuff. Would love to see the tabs around the spacebar adjusted a bit.

edit: and also forget those side mount tabs  :eek:

Agree
Title: Re: [IC]&lt; Me &gt;—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Capsy on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:51:20
Yes.
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Joojeh on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:58:14
poggies  ;D
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: kumori on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:59:17
Quote from: Gvalch_ca on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:08:14
hope for intl gb

it is intl gb, that is why it is posted on gh :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: hottrout on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:02:23
Finally, let's go.
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: vi0till on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:04:16
I like the leaf-spring plate. I agree with others, you might want to consider to remove the side gasket. Also, please consider to add unified daughterboard.

Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: nonmemo on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:07:53
I am in.  This board has so many features that I want that I don't know how to resist.
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Hell-es on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:08:56
PC option plz   :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: treeleaf64 on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:10:27
i'm interested in  This keyboard. I am happy that Matrix   has become the international  keyboard people  : )  Yes yes !!  It is definitely one of treeleaf's favorite keyboard
 

Great anodization Perfect QC   Amazing Build quality  it is everything a young treeleaf   venturing into the keyboard   could want

Oh  I am being very weird 
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: KevenKeys on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:18:46
Finally I can get a Matrix TKL direct!!! Exciting and it looks great too!
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Zeelobby on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:20:18
I am 100% behind our Matrix badge overlords!
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Zeelobby on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:21:29
Quote from: of_sam on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:02:31
Cool stuff. Would love to see the tabs around the spacebar adjusted a bit.

edit: and also forget those side mount tabs  :eek:

I have to agree with this friendly gentleman acquaintance. No need for tabs around spacebar or sides.
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: treeleaf64 on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:22:43
Quote from: Zeelobby on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:21:29
Quote from: of_sam on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:02:31
Cool stuff. Would love to see the tabs around the spacebar adjusted a bit.

edit: and also forget those side mount tabs  :eek:

I have to agree with this friendly gentleman acquaintance. No need for tabs around spacebar or sides.

No idea who these weirdos are . Completely agree though, they raise a good point.  Will be unnecessary and change feel for the worse. 
Ty again Mr/Mrs Matrix
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Chippy on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:41:20
Looks awesome Albert!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: actress on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:43:12
Nice! Good luck.
EU vendor would be nice.
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: cadrev on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:57:44
Quote from: treeleaf64 on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:22:43
Quote from: Zeelobby on Fri, 14 May 2021, 12:21:29
Quote from: of_sam on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:02:31
Cool stuff. Would love to see the tabs around the spacebar adjusted a bit.

edit: and also forget those side mount tabs  :eek:

I have to agree with this friendly gentleman acquaintance. No need for tabs around spacebar or sides.

No idea who these weirdos are . Completely agree though, they raise a good point.  Will be unnecessary and change feel for the worse. 
Ty again Mr/Mrs Matrix

I too agree with removing the tabs on the side and spacebar! Also consider me 100% joining this group buy, I always wanted a Matrix TKL for its aesthetic!  ^-^
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: stopitsme on Fri, 14 May 2021, 13:15:56
finally a matrix tkl international
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Leon_TheKing on Fri, 14 May 2021, 13:27:03
hyped! and thanks for supporting the badges from previous runs.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: heavihands on Fri, 14 May 2021, 14:24:23
Case looks pretty nice. Fan of the more clean and simple Matrix designs. 16 mounting tabs on the plate and placement a little scary tho. Most interested to see what the per-key flex cuts will feel like.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Izeri on Fri, 14 May 2021, 14:26:22
Nice, hope you'll consider an EU vendor
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Nuclear Nachos on Fri, 14 May 2021, 14:50:57
looks very nice. can't wait for proto pics
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: switchnollie on Fri, 14 May 2021, 14:55:09
Great name, cool plate design.

I'm watching :cool:
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: pixelpusher on Fri, 14 May 2021, 15:07:51
Interesting all around.  I'll definitely follow closely.  Although, I'm sure I'm not in the minority here in still wanting a more traditional Matrix TKL available to the outside market.  Maybe next offering?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: brunosan_. on Fri, 14 May 2021, 15:40:53
Cool design  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: lush_bunny on Fri, 14 May 2021, 15:52:39
I prayed for a 2.0 Add International Group Buy... but I think this might be better.
My wallet needs to be ready.

EDIT: on another note, I've got some questions about that plate upgrade
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: notverriegod on Fri, 14 May 2021, 15:59:33
hawt!!! would love to see an international GB of an already existing board like 2.0add, falcon, or 1.2og
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: puppydork on Fri, 14 May 2021, 16:15:13
very exciting, going to prepare for this!!

Renders and plate show that stepped caps lock is supported, however layout image shows otherwise.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: dabeshu on Fri, 14 May 2021, 16:35:23
cool!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: AT on Fri, 14 May 2021, 18:00:39
Good Job  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: chowbabyloving on Fri, 14 May 2021, 18:06:42
Is this considered to be part of the Abel family or the 1.2/2.0 family or something completely different?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Sensetrigger on Fri, 14 May 2021, 19:17:02
Looks great! Could you provide any info about typing angle, please?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Kinesiologist on Fri, 14 May 2021, 19:38:04
Simple and elegant, I love it!.

Any chance for a lilac color?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Fri, 14 May 2021, 23:02:12
I’m excited for intl GB versus coming 2 minutes late to discord flash sales each week

> Also, we will offer badge commission service in the future

Like…we could get little skull badges?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: //gainsborough on Fri, 14 May 2021, 23:59:16
Quote from: chowbabyloving on Fri, 14 May 2021, 18:06:42
Is this considered to be part of the Abel family or the 1.2/2.0 family or something completely different?

Based on naming convention and aesthetics, it's probably safe to assume "something completely different".

...but I have no idea.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: stevenT on Sat, 15 May 2021, 02:18:35
After Noah I kind of expect there would be international GB for Abel or 2.0 Add, hopefully this one is as good.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: TheEerieCold on Sat, 15 May 2021, 03:07:15
I'm glad to see an actual Matrix GB outside of China regardless of how disappointed I am in this particular board. Hopefully the input received here leads to a successful group buy with lots of happy owners. I'll continue to wait patiently for an opportunity to get one of the other recent Matrix offerings without resorting to aftermarket or instantly sold out flash sales. Good luck team Matrix!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Polarisyyds on Sat, 15 May 2021, 04:11:26
shut up and take my money!!!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: nqbshas on Sat, 15 May 2021, 05:21:39
i'm in
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: sup3r170va on Sat, 15 May 2021, 07:11:34
can you consider a daughterboard and a centred USB-C port? Thanks.
Title: Re: [IC]< Me >—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Sat, 15 May 2021, 11:10:12
Quote from: of_sam on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:02:31
Cool stuff. Would love to see the tabs around the spacebar adjusted a bit.

edit: and also forget those side mount tabs  :eek:
We will consider your advice. Thank you!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Sat, 15 May 2021, 11:12:40
Quote from: pixelpusher on Fri, 14 May 2021, 15:07:51
Interesting all around.  I'll definitely follow closely.  Although, I'm sure I'm not in the minority here in still wanting a more traditional Matrix TKL available to the outside market.  Maybe next offering?
Yes. We will run international gb for a traditional Matrix TKL in the future for sure!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Sat, 15 May 2021, 11:15:05
Quote from: lush_bunny on Fri, 14 May 2021, 15:52:39
I prayed for a 2.0 Add International Group Buy... but I think this might be better.
My wallet needs to be ready.

EDIT: on another note, I've got some questions about that plate upgrade
  • Can you tell us more about it? Maybe some physical tests?
  • How does it compare vs regular plates?
  • Since it's such a well-engineered piece, will it only come with an aluminum option?
We will send it to some streamer to test it before GB. And yes, it only comes with Alu.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Sat, 15 May 2021, 11:16:47
Quote from: chowbabyloving on Fri, 14 May 2021, 18:06:42
Is this considered to be part of the Abel family or the 1.2/2.0 family or something completely different?
Basically its a completely new one.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Sat, 15 May 2021, 11:17:46
Quote from: Sensetrigger on Fri, 14 May 2021, 19:17:02
Looks great! Could you provide any info about typing angle, please?
the angle is 8°. I forgot to say it.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: treeleaf64 on Sat, 15 May 2021, 11:22:00
Quote from: chowbabyloving on Fri, 14 May 2021, 18:06:42
Is this considered to be part of the Abel family or the 1.2/2.0 family or something completely different?

Good question
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Sat, 15 May 2021, 11:51:32
Quote from: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Fri, 14 May 2021, 23:02:12
I’m excited for intl GB versus coming 2 minutes late to discord flash sales each week

> Also, we will offer badge commission service in the future

Like…we could get little skull badges?
You can do whatever you want!
Here is a pic from one of Chinese player.
(https://i.imgur.com/GAws2xs.jpg)
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: finalarcadia on Sat, 15 May 2021, 11:59:44
Nice job as always Matrix Lab team!

My suggestions are:
- remove side tabs, adjust space bar tabs
- rework usb port, circle doesn't match rest of aesthetic

Also, I'm intrigued about that textured middle inner piece, is it foam or alu?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: UGunaLOSE on Sat, 15 May 2021, 12:41:56
looking nice. GLWIC will be watching!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Sat, 15 May 2021, 13:52:12
Quote from: Matrix-Lab on Sat, 15 May 2021, 11:51:32
Quote from: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Fri, 14 May 2021, 23:02:12
I’m excited for intl GB versus coming 2 minutes late to discord flash sales each week

> Also, we will offer badge commission service in the future

Like…we could get little skull badges?
You can do whatever you want!
Here is a pic from one of Chinese player.
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/GAws2xs.jpg)


Thank you for the examples!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/17 uploaded pics of proto)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Mon, 17 May 2021, 06:13:50
uploaded pics of proto
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/17 uploaded pics of proto)
Post by: vi0till on Mon, 17 May 2021, 06:43:30
This board support stepped caps lock right? Also, appreciate if you can offer brass weight and half plate option.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/17 uploaded pics of proto)
Post by: stevenT on Mon, 17 May 2021, 07:25:56
Will you allow buyers to choose colors for different piece like Noah? And I hope there will be E-white.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/17 uploaded pics of proto)
Post by: audax989 on Mon, 17 May 2021, 07:33:06
It's a GUNDAM!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/17 uploaded pics of proto)
Post by: Sensetrigger on Mon, 17 May 2021, 13:10:58
Will there be a hotswap PCB option? Or solderable only?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its &lt;Me&gt;—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/17 uploaded pics of proto)
Post by: hillmu on Mon, 17 May 2021, 18:58:48
yes,gkd

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Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/17 uploaded pics of proto)
Post by: Onnimar on Wed, 19 May 2021, 08:03:41
Count me in. As long as the colour options are good and wide. I didn't join the Noah GB because I couldn't get the colour configurations I wanted even though the same colours were available before in China.

Let's gooo.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/17 uploaded pics of proto)
Post by: ENG Studio on Wed, 19 May 2021, 09:39:57
The design of Matrix boards is always something special.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/17 uploaded pics of proto)
Post by: treeleaf64 on Wed, 19 May 2021, 09:41:22
Quote from: ENG Studio on Wed, 19 May 2021, 09:39:57
The design of Matrix boards is always something special.

Agree   they never follow convention  and they've got  Great Everything.

 So   you can always expect a good product.   I'm excited to see how this keyboard goes! and maybe if I have enough money...  oh, we'll see :)
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/17 uploaded pics of proto)
Post by: derpturtle on Wed, 19 May 2021, 23:29:48
those leafsprings look so lit. beautiful looking board this is lw looking like a need for me :D
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Thu, 20 May 2021, 10:21:29
05/20 updated: internal structure
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: finalarcadia on Thu, 20 May 2021, 10:41:50
Nice that looks awesome inside. Love all the crazyness
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: ninjapirate on Fri, 21 May 2021, 05:45:27
Matrix TKL you say... 👀
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: djmantis on Wed, 26 May 2021, 18:22:35
Looks interesting, I will definitely keep tabs on this. I tried to join the Discord but get an invalid invite error. Thanks!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: depressed burrito on Mon, 31 May 2021, 04:37:23
I'm in but the discord link doesn't work :(
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL!
Post by: DeMechanica on Mon, 31 May 2021, 06:21:59
Quote from: Matrix-Lab on Sat, 15 May 2021, 11:12:40
Quote from: pixelpusher on Fri, 14 May 2021, 15:07:51
Interesting all around.  I'll definitely follow closely.  Although, I'm sure I'm not in the minority here in still wanting a more traditional Matrix TKL available to the outside market.  Maybe next offering?
Yes. We will run international gb for a traditional Matrix TKL in the future for sure!

Matrix 1.2 pls! Can’t wait to hear the sound tests for this board :)
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Tue, 01 June 2021, 01:48:45
Quote from: depressed burrito on Mon, 31 May 2021, 04:37:23
I'm in but the discord link doesn't work :(

sry, we did a giveaway for celebrating our server reached 3000 members. So i closed the invitation for a while.

plz try this one: https://discord.gg/JWPFAEk4xD

Quote from: djmantis on Wed, 26 May 2021, 18:22:35
Looks interesting, I will definitely keep tabs on this. I tried to join the Discord but get an invalid invite error. Thanks!

same here
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: lush_bunny on Tue, 01 June 2021, 16:27:15
I'm curious Mr. Albert. You have a proto already, yes? How does this modified top mount compare to a traditional top mount in terms of typing, feel, acoustics, etc?
The more I look at this TKL, the more I get intrigued and interested. Everything will depend on how good this new mount will feel, how great that new flex plate will be, and ofc money when this decides to run.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: kotarohanzo on Thu, 03 June 2021, 09:22:24
my money is on this.  :thumb:
can't wait
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: damsenviet on Fri, 04 June 2021, 04:07:35
Haven't seen these kind of relief cuts on the plate before. Would be pretty interesting to try this in different materials but I'm in regardless.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its &lt;Me&gt;—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: herfalerf on Fri, 04 June 2021, 10:11:08
Looks very nice. Excited to learn more about how it feels.


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Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Sun, 06 June 2021, 06:33:00
Quote from: lush_bunny on Tue, 01 June 2021, 16:27:15
I'm curious Mr. Albert. You have a proto already, yes? How does this modified top mount compare to a traditional top mount in terms of typing, feel, acoustics, etc?
The more I look at this TKL, the more I get intrigued and interested. Everything will depend on how good this new mount will feel, how great that new flex plate will be, and ofc money when this decides to run.

We have contacted some streamers and they will build it and test it before GB running. :)
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: vi0till on Sun, 06 June 2021, 06:34:42
Any estimation when gb is planned to run?

Quote from: Matrix-Lab on Sun, 06 June 2021, 06:33:00
Quote from: lush_bunny on Tue, 01 June 2021, 16:27:15
I'm curious Mr. Albert. You have a proto already, yes? How does this modified top mount compare to a traditional top mount in terms of typing, feel, acoustics, etc?
The more I look at this TKL, the more I get intrigued and interested. Everything will depend on how good this new mount will feel, how great that new flex plate will be, and ofc money when this decides to run.

We have contacted some streamers and they will build it and test it before GB running. :)
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: yotasan on Sun, 06 June 2021, 06:42:42
I'm in love with this design.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: autocast on Mon, 07 June 2021, 23:37:34
For the Me, can you please offer a middle gray/50% coating option. The Me design is restrained and has some great proportioned bezels — perfect to highlight keycaps and take focus away from the body. It would be nice to see the colored accent cover the full width of the rear. Also, not a big fan of the circular USB port hole, reminds me of recent kbdfans unfortunately.

As always, I do look forward to the random colors for the accent and playing the keycap matching game  :)

> Middle gray: A tone that is perceptually about halfway between black and white on a lightness scale.
See: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Middle_gray

Albertzzz champ :cool:
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Tue, 08 June 2021, 08:14:09
Quote from: autocast on Mon, 07 June 2021, 23:37:34
For the Me, can you please offer a middle gray/50% coating option. The Me design is restrained and has some great proportioned bezels — perfect to highlight keycaps and take focus away from the body. It would be nice to see the colored accent cover the full width of the rear. Also, not a big fan of the circular USB port hole, reminds me of recent kbdfans unfortunately.

As always, I do look forward to the random colors for the accent and playing the keycap matching game  :)

> Middle gray: A tone that is perceptually about halfway between black and white on a lightness scale.
See: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Middle_gray

Albertzzz champ :cool:

Not sure if it meets your requirements, but i think this grey is available for ME.
(https://i.imgur.com/ZBw0blE.jpg)
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: autocast on Wed, 09 June 2021, 10:35:56
Quote from: Matrix-Lab on Tue, 08 June 2021, 08:14:09
Not sure if it meets your requirements, but i think this grey is available for ME.

Yes! I hope it is available. Texture is beautiful.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: kcching on Thu, 10 June 2021, 09:07:38
What is the estimated date for GB? Loved the aesthetic !
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: gianmejia on Mon, 05 July 2021, 13:25:12
Love the board. I just wish the USB port cutout was different. It looks like a the tkl version of the D60
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: Keeblet_257 on Mon, 05 July 2021, 14:21:04
I was a but afraid when I saw only wkl renders XD.
hope we get some content creators reviewing this board in the future.
I would like to see/hear some soundtests with different switches too.

GLWIC
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Wed, 07 July 2021, 08:10:16
07/07 big update!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: jo h n on Wed, 07 July 2021, 08:16:38
Hype :)
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Senpai_deezy on Wed, 07 July 2021, 08:24:53
Wow! looks very promising and Matrix never misses, might have to buy!  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: HappyB0T on Wed, 07 July 2021, 09:30:44
sub 300 matrix TKL? ok!~
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its &lt;Me&gt;—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: synthtastic on Wed, 07 July 2021, 14:29:29
The color options are absolutely insane.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: sirieous on Wed, 07 July 2021, 16:14:18
Super excited for this board and all the options and price point.

Also can we start referring to this as the Metrix?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Pichiew on Wed, 07 July 2021, 18:28:59
Will this be unlim gb?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Wed, 07 July 2021, 18:48:29
would you make the bottom plate file available after the GB so we could make our own brass?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: finalarcadia on Wed, 07 July 2021, 21:07:20
The only question is how many ME i'm gonna buy
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: //gainsborough on Thu, 08 July 2021, 00:02:41
Quote from: finalarcadia on Wed, 07 July 2021, 21:07:20
The only question is how many ME i'm gonna buy

twenty-eight.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Thu, 08 July 2021, 07:21:49
Quote from: Pichiew on Wed, 07 July 2021, 18:28:59
Will this be unlim gb?
Yes, unlimited gb
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Thu, 08 July 2021, 07:22:44
Quote from: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Wed, 07 July 2021, 18:48:29
would you make the bottom plate file available after the GB so we could make our own brass?
Yeah, i think we can release the file later than gb.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its &lt;Me&gt;—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: vi0till on Thu, 08 July 2021, 17:52:10
Which color has the sparkling effect?


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Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: lush_bunny on Thu, 08 July 2021, 23:48:59
Omg we going fast huh? How much for the ultra flex plate upgrade? How much for plate and PCB Extras?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: jo h n on Fri, 09 July 2021, 05:53:59
I'm in!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: surplusofchairs on Fri, 09 July 2021, 19:12:42
those colours?! i didn’t need a tkl but
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: SwirlCables on Sat, 10 July 2021, 00:55:17
those color picks are stunning!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: EdgeOfInfinity on Sat, 10 July 2021, 12:49:27
yeah the color options are pretty unreal. very cool to see  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: blondie on Sat, 10 July 2021, 14:39:59
We really can't choose the colors for the decorative plates? And all of them will be a different, random color? I am surprised everyone is okay with this.

Imagine you order the bright pink and the top plate is brown, the corner plate is pale green, and the USB port is orange.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its &lt;Me&gt;—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: finalarcadia on Sat, 10 July 2021, 19:07:28
Quote from: blondie on Sat, 10 July 2021, 14:39:59
We really can't choose the colors for the decorative plates? And all of them will be a different, random color? I am surprised everyone is okay with this.

Imagine you order the bright pink and the top plate is brown, the corner plate is pale green, and the USB port is orange.
They usually try to match to a good color combo. They don't allow to pick because handling would be a nightmare
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Sun, 11 July 2021, 01:24:50
Quote from: blondie on Sat, 10 July 2021, 14:39:59
We really can't choose the colors for the decorative plates? And all of them will be a different, random color? I am surprised everyone is okay with this.

Imagine you order the bright pink and the top plate is brown, the corner plate is pale green, and the USB port is orange.
If I also let you choose, then there are too many options for us. There are already many options, we can’t add more here
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: konww002 on Sun, 11 July 2021, 11:11:55
Park
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Gao on Sun, 11 July 2021, 12:44:43
Does it support QMK or VIA?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: //gainsborough on Sun, 11 July 2021, 14:17:46
(https://i.imgur.com/ZBw0blE.jpg)

Is this sesame grey?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (05/20 updated: internal structure)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Mon, 12 July 2021, 03:25:53
Quote from: //gainsborough on Sun, 11 July 2021, 14:17:46

Not sure if it meets your requirements, but i think this grey is available for ME.
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/ZBw0blE.jpg)


Is this sesame grey?
[/quote]

No. But they are very close.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Diggidy on Mon, 12 July 2021, 05:39:10
,
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Bl4ck on Mon, 12 July 2021, 06:39:43
Would be in for a standard with bottom plate if there was a EU proxy.

But not really into paying the extra fees associated with no proxy.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: blondie on Mon, 12 July 2021, 08:35:53
Quote from: Matrix-Lab on Sun, 11 July 2021, 01:24:50
Quote from: blondie on Sat, 10 July 2021, 14:39:59
We really can't choose the colors for the decorative plates? And all of them will be a different, random color? I am surprised everyone is okay with this.

Imagine you order the bright pink and the top plate is brown, the corner plate is pale green, and the USB port is orange.
If I also let you choose, then there are too many options for us. There are already many options, we can’t add more here

Okay, this is what I assumed, but are the colors truly going to be random? For example if I buy two cases of the same color, will one have one set of colored plates and another one another set? If they will always have the same set of colored plates for a given colored case, then can you let us know what those colors will be?

In the very least, it would be nice to know in advance exactly what I'm getting. Am I asking too much?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Mon, 12 July 2021, 09:21:20
Quote from: blondie on Mon, 12 July 2021, 08:35:53
Quote from: Matrix-Lab on Sun, 11 July 2021, 01:24:50
Quote from: blondie on Sat, 10 July 2021, 14:39:59
We really can't choose the colors for the decorative plates? And all of them will be a different, random color? I am surprised everyone is okay with this.

Imagine you order the bright pink and the top plate is brown, the corner plate is pale green, and the USB port is orange.
If I also let you choose, then there are too many options for us. There are already many options, we can’t add more here

Okay, this is what I assumed, but are the colors truly going to be random? For example if I buy two cases of the same color, will one have one set of colored plates and another one another set? If they will always have the same set of colored plates for a given colored case, then can you let us know what those colors will be?

In the very least, it would be nice to know in advance exactly what I'm getting. Am I asking too much?

It's not completely random. For each color, we will set 1 or 2 colors for its accessories(the front and the side decorative parts and usb port).

And plz feel free to ask me. I will tell you anything I know.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: bball2 on Mon, 12 July 2021, 09:51:42
Will a hot swap pcb be an option?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Sidd26 on Thu, 15 July 2021, 13:58:16
For SE, will the secondary color be something we can choose? On the prototype pictures for Creamy White it seems like the secondary is red, but can this be changed to a different color at time of purchase?

EDIT: Nvm seems like from past comments in thread that it isn't possible.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: xmobotx on Thu, 15 July 2021, 15:36:31
I too wonder about hotswap PCB
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: MuffPi on Sun, 18 July 2021, 05:28:49
This GB looks awesome!

Are there pictures of the special colors? I couldn't find them.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: neah12 on Sun, 18 July 2021, 11:59:41
what vendor for international GB? i really want a TKL with a good price/
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: lecorsair on Sun, 18 July 2021, 12:57:27
Sort of an off the wall question but anyone know if the wooden mannequin hand in the first and second photo sequence holding the board is a render or is it real? If it's real where to get?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: IMZO on Sun, 18 July 2021, 13:53:59
down for the ME , for that price, it`s so good,huge color selection too!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: EnlargedCrouton on Sun, 18 July 2021, 19:59:49
looks great and I would love a matrix board, but producing so many colors seems like a qc nightmare to me
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: kiyoboard on Mon, 19 July 2021, 00:16:14
Quote from: EnlargedCrouton on Sun, 18 July 2021, 19:59:49
looks great and I would love a matrix board, but producing so many colors seems like a qc nightmare to me

They have been producing so many different colors for their other boards anyways, so it is not something new to them. Their QC is one of the best IMO.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: FamilyJoule924 on Mon, 19 July 2021, 10:05:53
any chance for per key led. or is there a compatible pcb out there with per key led?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: J_Noes on Tue, 20 July 2021, 02:50:20
I'm just hoping a split backspace and split right shift are going to be supported
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: FamilyJoule924 on Tue, 20 July 2021, 12:08:29
does the pcb have per key led or the capability to add per key led?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Wed, 21 July 2021, 08:17:19
Quote from: FamilyJoule924 on Tue, 20 July 2021, 12:08:29
does the pcb have per key led or the capability to add per key led?
Sry, there is no per key RGB for ME.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its &lt;Me&gt;—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: growler on Wed, 21 July 2021, 08:23:40
Quote from: J_Noes on Tue, 20 July 2021, 02:50:20
I'm just hoping a split backspace and split right shift are going to be supported
I'd like this also

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Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: tonnu on Wed, 21 July 2021, 11:19:12
don't seem to see white cream, white flash, and nebula?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Bl4ck on Thu, 22 July 2021, 05:45:02
What color is the pcb/daughterboard going to be? will it be black/white to match most of the case colors or?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Fri, 23 July 2021, 05:24:22
Quote from: Bl4ck on Thu, 22 July 2021, 05:45:02
What color is the pcb/daughterboard going to be? will it be black/white to match most of the case colors or?
TBD. They will have only one color, which means wont match the case colors.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: Havattack on Fri, 23 July 2021, 15:09:32
God, I hate the title of this thread.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: essencekeys on Fri, 23 July 2021, 18:23:52
I tried making some quick edits on the badge placement. Am I the only one who's so triggered by the misalignment?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: autocast on Fri, 23 July 2021, 20:59:40
Quote from: essencekeys on Fri, 23 July 2021, 18:23:52
Am I the only one who's so triggered by the misalignment?

Something to do with contrast, repetition, alignment, and proximity. I don't see it as misalignment imho.

The elements are grouped (proximity) and aligned to the right hand side. There's too much space between each element when you center align them. TBH center alignment is kinda bad, but it is ok when there's just one element e.g. single brand logo e.g. TGR or Falcon. See: https://i.imgur.com/MBDeQb8.png

It would be interesting to see a mockup of the brackets around the led heart removed — to bring the led and logo closer together — tho the brackets are matrix lab logo flavouring so it's fine with them :)



Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: fatalruin on Sat, 24 July 2021, 21:44:44
Quote from: lecorsair on Sun, 18 July 2021, 12:57:27
Sort of an off the wall question but anyone know if the wooden mannequin hand in the first and second photo sequence holding the board is a render or is it real? If it's real where to get?

I'm pretty sure this is the hand from IKEA which is a collaboration with Asus (I think) for a new line of "gaming" office furniture that is actually low key not flashy. It just released in China but should hit the rest of the world shortly afterwards. You can find it on IKEA's Chinese storefront if you want to get more details.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: lecorsair on Sat, 24 July 2021, 23:42:57
Quote from: fatalruin on Sat, 24 July 2021, 21:44:44
Quote from: lecorsair on Sun, 18 July 2021, 12:57:27
Sort of an off the wall question but anyone know if the wooden mannequin hand in the first and second photo sequence holding the board is a render or is it real? If it's real where to get?

I'm pretty sure this is the hand from IKEA which is a collaboration with Asus (I think) for a new line of "gaming" office furniture that is actually low key not flashy. It just released in China but should hit the rest of the world shortly afterwards. You can find it on IKEA's Chinese storefront if you want to get more details.

Found it on ikea.cn as you said, will keep fingers crossed for eventual US arrival. Thank you! you're the best.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/25 uploaded a lot of new things)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Sun, 25 July 2021, 06:04:41
07/25 updated
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/25 uploaded a lot of new things)
Post by: kevintdn on Sun, 25 July 2021, 07:37:47
Love it  :p :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/25 uploaded a lot of new things)
Post by: tonnu on Mon, 26 July 2021, 22:11:21
1. can we only buy the case?

2. will this have future rounds?

3. would be great if there's also high res pictures of the sparkling finishes ... the video's quality is not as good as the pics

so many colors!!!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB will start from 08/01 to 08/10 )
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Tue, 27 July 2021, 22:14:51
updated
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/25 uploaded a lot of new things)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Wed, 28 July 2021, 02:12:30
Quote from: tonnu on Mon, 26 July 2021, 22:11:21
1. can we only buy the case?

2. will this have future rounds?

3. would be great if there's also high res pictures of the sparkling finishes ... the video's quality is not as good as the pics

so many colors!!!
1. sry, no.

2. not sure.

3.I wish i can, but its too hard to a pic to show the sparkling effect.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB will start from 08/01 to 08/10 )
Post by: wowaweewa on Wed, 28 July 2021, 10:41:38
Definitely hopping into this groubuy!
One question though, any possibility to get a better view of the Chinese Red color? I guess there is one posted in the OP, but that color seems kind of dull compared to the one in the 'all colors' graph.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB will start from 08/01 to 08/10 )
Post by: bball2 on Wed, 28 July 2021, 11:31:06
Will front/side decorative components be available to purchase as extras? Ie) if you wanted a specific color instead of a random color.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Sat, 31 July 2021, 11:47:08
gb lives now！
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Extra Fox on Sat, 31 July 2021, 14:46:31
Purchase made today!  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: chinchilla on Sat, 31 July 2021, 20:03:18
very nice
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Valgaut on Sat, 31 July 2021, 23:32:50
Is the e-white color the "Snowing McFlurry"?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Surefoot on Sun, 01 August 2021, 04:42:47
No picture of Nebula, White flash, Snowing McFlurry ?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: the_useless_turtle on Sun, 01 August 2021, 04:58:52
Quote from: Surefoot on Sun, 01 August 2021, 04:42:47
No picture of Nebula, White flash, Snowing McFlurry ?

there are videos to showcase them
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: the_useless_turtle on Sun, 01 August 2021, 05:00:32
I'm a little confused with the badge... On the gb page I don't see the option to choose one, so will it just come without it?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Caelestic on Mon, 02 August 2021, 14:11:37
I get the point of the switch Platte but what is the bottom plate for?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: IMZO on Mon, 02 August 2021, 14:24:03
Still thinking about it, prolly gonna get one on the last day lol
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: treeleaf64 on Mon, 02 August 2021, 14:37:35
A better name for the "Blurple" would be lilac  Lol 
I love you Mr./Mrs./Ms. Matrix
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Bl4ck on Mon, 02 August 2021, 15:04:54
Quote from: treeleaf64 on Mon, 02 August 2021, 14:37:35
A better name for the "Blurple" would be lilac  Lol 
I love you Mr./Mrs./Ms. Matrix

treeleaf is always right! MAKE JUSTICE TO THIS
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its &lt;Me&gt;—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: mrvco on Tue, 03 August 2021, 20:19:13
Quote from: growler on Wed, 21 July 2021, 08:23:40
Quote from: J_Noes on Tue, 20 July 2021, 02:50:20
I'm just hoping a split backspace and split right shift are going to be supported
I'd like this also

Sent from my SM-G980F using Tapatalk

Same here.  I'm a bit surprised at the limited layout options for a solder board.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: treeleaf64 on Thu, 05 August 2021, 00:06:09
Quote from: Bl4ck on Mon, 02 August 2021, 15:04:54
Quote from: treeleaf64 on Mon, 02 August 2021, 14:37:35
A better name for the "Blurple" would be lilac  Lol 
I love you Mr./Mrs./Ms. Matrix

treeleaf is always right! MAKE JUSTICE TO THIS

Well  Now that I look at the lilac color  There are many different shades and the most common one is not this Blurple color   So i dont know  maybe lavender or something?  but I am Sure there will be a better Flower that will fit it

Anyway let's toast champagne thoughts with Ghost!!!!!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: shuijiao on Thu, 05 August 2021, 00:28:28
nice
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Jigster on Thu, 05 August 2021, 02:24:52
Which grey color is the backplate pictured in the white/grey ME SE zfrontier photo/render?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Matrix-Lab on Fri, 06 August 2021, 06:12:22
Quote from: Jigster on Thu, 05 August 2021, 02:24:52
Which grey color is the backplate pictured in the white/grey ME SE zfrontier photo/render?

Coating warm grey.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Jigster on Fri, 06 August 2021, 20:40:51
Quote from: Matrix-Lab on Fri, 06 August 2021, 06:12:22
Quote from: Jigster on Thu, 05 August 2021, 02:24:52
Which grey color is the backplate pictured in the white/grey ME SE zfrontier photo/render?

Coating warm grey.

Argh.. I ordered Sesame Grey thinking that that was the colour. Is it possible to change? I assume Coating Warm Grey is darker?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: //gainsborough on Sat, 07 August 2021, 02:34:13
stick with sesame, my man.  It's a great color with a bit of a spicey play on classic grey!

You can probably change it, though.  There is a "contact" page on the matrix labs website.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Jigster on Sat, 07 August 2021, 02:46:42
Quote from: //gainsborough on Sat, 07 August 2021, 02:34:13
stick with sesame, my man.  It's a great color with a bit of a spicey play on classic grey!

You can probably change it, though.  There is a "contact" page on the matrix labs website.

Am considering keeping to it after looking through the sample colours.. it looks good too..
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (07/07 Big update!)
Post by: catamscott on Sat, 07 August 2021, 20:42:00
Quote from: J_Noes on Tue, 20 July 2021, 02:50:20
I'm just hoping a split backspace and split right shift are going to be supported

oh dang, didn't even realize these were missing. seems like a big oversight but i guess they're not super popular layout options for tkls. would still really love to see this happen, but i'm sure i'll enjoy my snowing mcflurry ME either way
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Kacperoni on Sun, 08 August 2021, 00:07:09
I purchased the Me SE, and my bank transaction for it says "SHEN ZHEN A BEI DES: RETRY PYMT" - what does the "retry pymt" mean? Did it go through? :(
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: alanskiii on Mon, 09 August 2021, 17:31:48
Quote from: Matrix-Lab on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:01:04

12. More pics:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/luVN6Sb.jpg)



Is this Creamy White? Or was this a render?
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its &lt;Me&gt;—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Nevermore012 on Mon, 09 August 2021, 21:04:24
Quote from: alanskiii on Mon, 09 August 2021, 17:31:48
Quote from: Matrix-Lab on Fri, 14 May 2021, 11:01:04

12. More pics:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/luVN6Sb.jpg)



Is this Creamy White? Or was this a render?
as far as i know, it’s called mcfluffy.


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Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: //gainsborough on Tue, 10 August 2021, 00:20:08
it's creamy white AFAIK
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: byfuryattheheart on Fri, 20 August 2021, 19:43:00
I wanted this and then completely forgot about the GB :( Looked at the site and there were a few options available. Unfortunately when I got to the shipping part during checkout, it said that there was no shipping to California.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Hdjekso on Fri, 20 August 2021, 23:39:55
Quote from: byfuryattheheart on Fri, 20 August 2021, 19:43:00
I wanted this and then completely forgot about the GB :( Looked at the site and there were a few options available. Unfortunately when I got to the shipping part during checkout, it said that there was no shipping to California.

Yeah that's because the GB's already ended
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Rakuuen on Sat, 25 September 2021, 21:53:47
I missed out by a day 😪. I hope this gets another round tis a beautiful board.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: XBLRad on Sat, 09 October 2021, 08:40:28
May I please have an updated discord link? All the ones available are expired.
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Zach on Sat, 09 October 2021, 12:43:03
Quote from: XBLRad on Sat, 09 October 2021, 08:40:28
May I please have an updated discord link? All the ones available are expired.
https://discord.gg/dF8JTZVy6e
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: crystal on Sat, 09 October 2021, 22:46:30
So hot!
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Suissie on Wed, 10 November 2021, 04:39:04
Quote from: crystal on Sat, 09 October 2021, 22:46:30
So hot!

Doesn't work
Title: Re: [IC]Hi, its <Me>—— Matrix Lab new TKL! (GB lives now!)
Post by: Zach on Wed, 10 November 2021, 15:02:19
Quote from: Suissie on Wed, 10 November 2021, 04:39:04
Quote from: crystal on Sat, 09 October 2021, 22:46:30
So hot!

Doesn't work

Updated the link.  I think I messed up the parameters on the last one, this one shouldn't expire