[IC] 60S - New design HHKB hide all screw hole. GB ON AIR!

[maylily]

This past year, we've been in the process of learning and experimenting in order to find the answer to one fundamental question: what design best exemplifies our brand?
Throughout this process, we have sought inspiration from as many different designs as possible. We've reviewed keyboards from Korea, the US, China, to Canada. From minimalist setups to sophisticated assembly-line creations. From small mini-boards to solid monoliths. All these styles bring something unique and beautiful to the table.
Make A Board's passion has been to learn, test, and experiment with these aesthetics in order to shape them into a unique cohesive style that we can call our own.
The 60S embodies the seamless design that's the hallmark of our vision--a simple, delicate form that completely envelopes its sharp, articulate interior.
The 60S is the intersection of the minimalist HHKB and the high-precision aluminum bodies of larger boards. But most importantly, it is the designed that we have longed for. The unique way it is assembled hides every screw hole across the entire surface of the keyboard. Remarkably simple, but with the capability to accommodate a wide range of customization.
The 60S also showcases the quality of our precision machining capabilities. Until you run your own hands over it yourself, you'll never be able to appreciate how truly satisfying it feels.

LINK GB in GH: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=93342.0

VIDEO PROTOPYE WITH NO ANODIZING

Specs:

Material: Anodized alπuminum
Dimensions: 300 x 110 x 40 mm
Weight Mid part: 1150g
           Top part: 200g ( 150g with normal layout)
           Bottom part: 360g

Colour:
Black/Gray/Silver/Gold/Red/Blue

You can mix with each part, buy other part with diffent colour
Album Render: https://imgur.com/a/aTjhl

FAQ:
New team? I have not heard you ever
- Yes, we are a new team, but have been around for a long time, and recently we have just run GB R96 (layout 96) and are waiting for sotting + shipping.

Expected when GB starts?
We will only start after shipped to everyone in GB R96. Hopefully in mid December we can start.

There is only one layout for HHKB?
No, you just replace the top part for the normal layout.

Amount will be limited?
I think it only stops at 100 - 125, to make sure the QC work goes well.

What is the quality of your anode surface?
Macbook Pro equivalent.

Shipping?

We are still finalizing the price list for each region, but you can be assured of the price. We have proxies in China, so the shipping price will be very adorable

UPDATE

We will remove options nametag,nametag seems to have ruined the original design.

We will add usb port in the middle, i think it will be an optional option.

[senter]

I dig the design. Simply and elegant. Great job!

[Vigrith]

This is very elegant indeed. Are you able to comment on what colours will be offered?

[maylily]

I dig the design. Simply and elegant. Great job!

Many thanks!

This is very elegant indeed. Are you able to comment on what colours will be offered?

I have the following colors: Black/Gray/Silver/Blue/Red/Gold/Purple
 

[Vadurr]

Can you confirm how tall the case is from the front? Or how steep the case angle will be?

[maylily]

Can you confirm how tall the case is from the front? Or how steep the case angle will be?

[kconfire]

Liking the design.  Color me interested for now. Would like to see how it'll be priced, too.

[foxlive]

This look gorgeous! I am in!

[FoC_Tow]

So wait, all screwholes can be hidden because it’s a tray mount case?

I really like the design of the Case, but I would honestly much prefer a top mounted design.

I get that hiding screw holes makes for a more premium look, but it’s not like you’ll see screw hole on the bottom of the case much.
Also 90% of tray mount cases don’t have visible screw holes outside since they usually are single piece cases.

Again really loving the design, would prefer it to be top mount tho

[Marutks]

Looks great,   not sure about 10 degree angle though.   Isn't it a bit too steep and uncomfortable.

[maylily]

Liking the design.  Color me interested for now. Would like to see how it'll be priced, too.

The price for kit without PCB will be around 300$

This look gorgeous! I am in!

Thanks man!

So wait, all screwholes can be hidden because it’s a tray mount case?

I really like the design of the Case, but I would honestly much prefer a top mounted design.

I get that hiding screw holes makes for a more premium look, but it’s not like you’ll see screw hole on the bottom of the case much.
Also 90% of tray mount cases don’t have visible screw holes outside since they usually are single piece cases.

Again really loving the design, would prefer it to be top mount tho

Thanks for your comments, I will look at the top mount option for round 2

[jacobsmirror]

Hey! Awesome looking board. Just looking thought the renders and I have a question about the order in which you would assemble the board, and forgive me if I'm missing something obvious. How is it possible to screw in the bottom weight while the top section is screwed in, or vice versa?

[Vadurr]

So wait, all screwholes can be hidden because it’s a tray mount case?

I really like the design of the Case, but I would honestly much prefer a top mounted design.

I get that hiding screw holes makes for a more premium look, but it’s not like you’ll see screw hole on the bottom of the case much.
Also 90% of tray mount cases don’t have visible screw holes outside since they usually are single piece cases.

Again really loving the design, would prefer it to be top mount tho

I'd be super interested in a top mount option as well, I've yet to try it.

[johuu]

The board looks awesome. I am interested!

[audax989]

I love the aesthetic of it. But being tray mounted is a deal breaker for me. Well I guess depends on the price point.

[hhkbp2]

Simple and elegant. Need to get one.

[maylily]

I think price should not factor here first.
I will talk about design and why can say this is a product that contains a lot of my efforts.
Look at the cross section of the keyboard.
The mid section itself is very complex.

The thinnest part is only 1.764mm. And there are 12 holes to connect with the other two pieces. Excluding plate and PCB.
With 12 screw holes, we have chosen to have the highest quality screws, but must be popular. Of course, calculating the balance and having the ability to mount the remaining two pieces must be absolutely no problem.

With the mout tray design, as I have tested, it still feels as good as the top mout 60% layout.

And as you can see, the mid part and the bottom part are connected together by an angle. That makes the keyboard more special. When assembled with a slope, the two pieces become more accurate becomes more difficult.
As you watch the video prototype, they fit perfectly together.

[longnt]

 Awesome looking board! Interested!

[Vadurr]

If top mount for R2 is really a thing, I might hold out for that 

[microsoft windows]

That certainly is an interesting looking keyboard design.

[maylily]

If top mount for R2 is really a thing, I might hold out for that 

Then it will be a completely different design   

Awesome looking board! Interested!

Thanks you bro 

That certainly is an interesting looking keyboard design.

[Marutks]

is this keyboard better than ARES?   

[Perfex]

Very original MX HHKB design, personally I think the keycaps should be sunk a couple millimeters down though. (based on video)

[Marutks]

2 millimeters

[pixelpusher]

Very original MX HHKB design, personally I think the keycaps should be sunk a couple millimeters down though. (based on video)

Good point.  I didn't watch the video before so I had not noticed.  It would be a shame to have such a well designed case with the switches sticking up too high.  I'm pretty sure that most people expect you to choose either:

1 - floating keycap style (like corsair and pok3r) or
2 - switches placed so that the keycaps are exactly even or 1-2mm countersunk with the edge of the case

Something in between doesn't make sense.  Just looks poorly designed.

[maylily]

2 millimeters

actually 3mm 

Very original MX HHKB design, personally I think the keycaps should be sunk a couple millimeters down though. (based on video)

Good point.  I didn't watch the video before so I had not noticed.  It would be a shame to have such a well designed case with the switches sticking up too high.  I'm pretty sure that most people expect you to choose either:

1 - floating keycap style (like corsair and pok3r) or
2 - switches placed so that the keycaps are exactly even or 1-2mm countersunk with the edge of the case

Something in between doesn't make sense.  Just looks poorly designed.

Thank you dude, I've fixed it

Very original MX HHKB design, personally I think the keycaps should be sunk a couple millimeters down though. (based on video)

Of course, I got the idea above and adjusted 3mm

is this keyboard better than ARES?   

I hope too ) )

[olivia]

Would you consider offering Rose Gold as well as a finish?  It's the only thing holding me back for this design

[stevenpa]

Looks good!

[MeloDet]

Any thoughts on other plate materials? Like brass etc.?

[maylily]

Any thoughts on other plate materials? Like brass etc.?

Yes, Plates will have brass options

[fishpod]

I dont really like the nametag design, at least not on top, it kinda destroys the minimalist look you originally aim for. I love the original design tho! would definitely get one if theres no nametag

[Rafa_n]

liked it better without the nameplates tbh

[Draic]

the nametag needs to be either completly optional (zero branding) or at least way more subtle

[hhkbp2]

Downvote the nametag too.

[Marutks]

Downvote the nametag too.   I prefer minimalistic design.

[MeloDet]

I think the nametag is fine as long as it's optional. I wouldn't personally go for it, but there's no reason to not offer the option

[Vadurr]

The name tag should definitely be an optional thing.

[johuu]

I would prefer a clean look without the nametag as well.

[foxlive]

Same for me! Really dig the minimalist design of it without the nametag

[maylily]

I think the nametag is fine as long as it's optional. I wouldn't personally go for it, but there's no reason to not offer the option

I dont really like the nametag design, at least not on top, it kinda destroys the minimalist look you originally aim for. I love the original design tho! would definitely get one if theres no nametag

I would prefer a clean look without the nametag as well.

liked it better without the nameplates tbh

Downvote the nametag too.   I prefer minimalistic design.

the nametag needs to be either completly optional (zero branding) or at least way more subtle

The name tag should definitely be an optional thing.

Same for me! Really dig the minimalist design of it without the nametag

options nametag seems to have ruined the original design, so i will remove it.

[Marutks]

Is PCB going to be included in this GB?    do you have more information on PCB?

[maylily]

Is PCB going to be included in this GB?    do you have more information on PCB?

PCB will included in GB.
Our PCB uses both QMK and bootmapper.

[johuu]

Is PCB going to be included in this GB?    do you have more information on PCB?

PCB will included in GB.
Our PCB uses both QMK and bootmapper.

 

[Vadurr]

Is PCB going to be included in this GB?    do you have more information on PCB?

PCB will included in GB.
Our PCB uses both QMK and bootmapper.

 

  Any chance we can get white as a color option?

[9999hp]

This looks really awesome

[maylily]

Is PCB going to be included in this GB?    do you have more information on PCB?

PCB will included in GB.
Our PCB uses both QMK and bootmapper.

 

  Any chance we can get white as a color option?

If you mean PCBs ... of course.
But if the PCB is white it is difficult to see during the welding / repair process

[Vadurr]

Is PCB going to be included in this GB?    do you have more information on PCB?

PCB will included in GB.
Our PCB uses both QMK and bootmapper.

 

  Any chance we can get white as a color option?

If you mean PCBs ... of course.
But if the PCB is white it is difficult to see during the welding / repair process

Sorry, I meant white for the case!

[alveeno]

Is PCB going to be included in this GB?    do you have more information on PCB?

PCB will included in GB.
Our PCB uses both QMK and bootmapper.

 

  Any chance we can get white as a color option?

If you mean PCBs ... of course.
But if the PCB is white it is difficult to see during the welding / repair process

I think he means the case. MAO has been appearing as color option in some GB's

[metalliccharles]

Damn, this looks good!   Looking forward to the GB!  Instabuy

[maylily]

Of course we can do white, but it will not be anodizing anymore.

[Vadurr]

Of course we can do white, but it will not be anodizing anymore.

Interested in white powder coat

[MaNiFeX]

Looks awesome.  Interested for sure.

[ArchDill]

I really like this but that angle looks harsh.

[Puddsy]

I really like this but that angle looks harsh.

10deg is a lot, yeah

[energyd]

Navy blue pls! https://imgur.com/mi2jdB1


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