Author Topic: [IC] IV Ashes | GB LIVE!!! (Read 48408 times)

k4jtek · « **Reply #50 on:** Sat, 14 August 2021, 07:58:01 »

Looks so good! It would be amazing if you add 3-key 40s support and keep it under 100 USD!

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herbologist · « **Reply #51 on:** Sat, 14 August 2021, 11:55:00 »

still wondering if the method of dye sub has been clarified. This being 5 side is going to be really unfortunate unless qc will allow for replacements, and especially concerning because of the new manu.

I really want to get in on this though because provided we're assured good qc, I'm definitely in.

TyPo.mk · « **Reply #52 on:** Sat, 14 August 2021, 12:18:57 »

Quote from: herbologist on Sat, 14 August 2021, 11:55:00

still wondering if the method of dye sub has been clarified. This being 5 side is going to be really unfortunate unless qc will allow for replacements, and especially concerning because of the new manu.

I really want to get in on this though because provided we're assured good qc, I'm definitely in.

The method of dye sub doesn’t need to be clarified. If the legends are lighter than the keycaps it is reverse (5 side) dye sub. That’s how it works

That being said with no manu named I assumed it’s either a manu people don’t like or one that has never fulfilled a group buy so I don’t have a ton of faith in them

Havattack · « **Reply #53 on:** Sat, 14 August 2021, 12:32:56 »

Quote from: santela on Sat, 14 August 2021, 02:23:59

Oh yes. But why limited... I'm never fast enough for limited.

Yes, someone explain this dumbness. "limited" as in- let's make some very un-special people feel as IF they are special. Or, "limited" as in- some logical reason, or at least not lame reason.

factoryofidols · « **Reply #54 on:** Sat, 14 August 2021, 15:20:53 »

I would assume that the limit is probably part of the turnaround time thing. Cant really try for a super short turnaround time if you end up with 2K sets sold or something.

YXXX · « **Reply #55 on:** Sun, 15 August 2021, 09:18:30 »

Greyscale sets always look good on av3 - sign me up

hark · « **Reply #56 on:** Sun, 15 August 2021, 09:25:01 »

All of this is really exciting to see, especially the price in comparison to GMK sets.
Nice work

Tyson · « **Reply #57 on:** Sun, 15 August 2021, 15:28:25 »

Hello Everyone!

Thank you for the overwhelming support on this new project. IV and I are thrilled you are excited as we are. We had 479 IC participants in 72 hours!

We had an issue with the form not collecting emails for the first 48 hours. This contact will ONLY be used for BIG updates. If you were not able to provide an email or are not sure please see the IC again where you can edit your responses:

>INTEREST CHECK<

First an update on kitting: we are unfortunately not able to include support past what was presented in the IC. We talked about kitting extensively before launching the IC and believe the kit offers the widest compatibility for its sub $100 price. Adding to this would have a separate setup fee breaking the target price.

The flat render has been updated with the following:
ISO accent key now has a novelty sword design
Corrected numpad 1u 0 to the alpha colorway

Proxy vendors will be announced soon that will cover all major regions: US, CA, UK, EU, Asia, SEA, and AU.

As mentioned before, samples are currently in the production line. Once those arrive we will be able to set the final design, price, and release details. IV has limited the release to 500 units to ensure quality and delivery at the estimated 120 days. At this time, he is unsure if the set will run again.
Based on your awesome feedback I am working hard on more collaborations. You are not going to want to miss those!

Owlab Epoch Jelly SE with IV Ashes

factoryofidols · « **Reply #58 on:** Sun, 15 August 2021, 16:46:57 »

Choosing to include an accent iso enter and an accent numpad enter over 3 key 40s support is extremely disappointing.

Magnificent Bureaucrat · « **Reply #59 on:** Sun, 15 August 2021, 17:04:59 »

I don't normally use accented enter so the ISO novelty isn't for me but I'm sure there will be plenty of people who appreciate it

Any idea of how the 500 sets will be allocated between the various regional vendors? As a UK buyer it would be nice to know exactly how slim my chances are going to be.

namidettje · « **Reply #60 on:** Sun, 15 August 2021, 19:48:04 »

Thankfull about the ISO enter novelty. Went from maybe getting one to looking for 3.

If there's a pretest run please include me in. Probably the first set whom love all their parts.

Good job and GLWIC / GB

nicx · « **Reply #61 on:** Sun, 15 August 2021, 22:39:41 »

The black enter key being a sword kills this for me. Black accents make the set and not a fan of the sword. Guess gonna have to wait for gmk r2

nvh2092 · « **Reply #62 on:** Mon, 16 August 2021, 03:17:26 »

Quote from: Tyson on Sun, 15 August 2021, 15:28:25

Hello Everyone!

Thank you for the overwhelming support on this new project. IV and I are thrilled you are excited as we are. We had 479 IC participants in 72 hours!

We had an issue with the form not collecting emails for the first 48 hours. This contact will ONLY be used for BIG updates. If you were not able to provide an email or are not sure please see the IC again where you can edit your responses:

>INTEREST CHECK<

First an update on kitting: we are unfortunately not able to include support past what was presented in the IC. We talked about kitting extensively before launching the IC and believe the kit offers the widest compatibility for its sub $100 price. Adding to this would have a separate setup fee breaking the target price.

The flat render has been updated with the following:
ISO accent key now has a novelty sword design
Corrected numpad 1u 0 to the alpha colorway

Proxy vendors will be announced soon that will cover all major regions: US, CA, UK, EU, Asia, SEA, and AU.

As mentioned before, samples are currently in the production line. Once those arrive we will be able to set the final design, price, and release details. IV has limited the release to 500 units to ensure quality and delivery at the estimated 120 days. At this time, he is unsure if the set will run again.
Based on your awesome feedback I am working hard on more collaborations. You are not going to want to miss those!

Owlab Epoch Jelly SE with IV Ashes

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Appreciate the iso novelty, now the limited 500 is gonna be a problem for buyers tho.

DeathShadow · « **Reply #63 on:** Mon, 16 August 2021, 03:36:36 »

I love the desk mats. Especially the Darkroot one.
As for the kitting I really like the simple look. I think this set is perfect for a minimalist style.

Great job

misotsu · « **Reply #64 on:** Mon, 16 August 2021, 07:25:47 »

I cant wait for this! Would totally get if i got the chance.

mr_foggy · « **Reply #65 on:** Fri, 03 September 2021, 17:29:12 »

Quote from: Tyson on Wed, 11 August 2021, 13:19:50

Quote from: lakeboredom on Wed, 11 August 2021, 13:06:10
How are the icon mods different again?

They are normal icon mods, where as GMK Ashes had left centered icon mods.

IMMENSELY better.
I missed the GMK run and would get in on this. please consider getting an EU vendor, thanks.

Extra-Cwispy · « **Reply #66 on:** Fri, 03 September 2021, 20:06:33 »

YES! I got into this hobby too late to get into the GMK set, so I will definitely be all in on this!!

adigaforever · « **Reply #67 on:** Mon, 08 November 2021, 09:07:57 »

Is there an update on this?
Looks great and exactly what I look for!

Tyson · « **Reply #68 on:** Wed, 10 November 2021, 10:21:27 »

Quote from: adigaforever on Mon, 08 November 2021, 09:07:57

Is there an update on this?
Looks great and exactly what I look for!

Working on it! Expect an update soon! We are trying to compile our notes!

BloremBipsum · « **Reply #69 on:** Thu, 11 November 2021, 09:09:45 »

This is so cool looking and very stealthy

Lil Pai · « **Reply #70 on:** Fri, 12 November 2021, 11:02:41 »

Would love a NorDeUK kit <3

Tyson · « **Reply #71 on:** Sat, 13 November 2021, 12:59:44 »

Thank you to everyone for the tremendous support on this project. Due to the high engagement we had on the IC, we have reevaluated the project's goals to make sure we can make this the best it can be for all.

Our first goal was to remove the number limit on all items. To make this happen, a small support staff was hired and tested during the shipment of Av3x Boulder. Joe is now confident the logistical demands of the project can be met. So this GB is now an unlimited GB! We are still on track for the $99 price with 120 day turnaround.

This update took longer than we would have liked due to the power supply issues in China. This is an ongoing problem but now the Chinese government is communicating with the factory on how to find a balance until power is fully restored. This extra time did allow for the samples to be made on the same machines that the production units will be run on instead of using a “sampling machine.” This gave us the best possible production samples, allowing for more informed feedback.

NOTES

+ The texture of the caps is fantastic. Feeling is similar to a fresh GMK set.

+ Legends are crisp with no bleeding.

+ Novelties are good to go.

+ Mod color is super close to the GMK mod color.

- The reverse-sublimated alphas are a match to the Pantone that is the closest one to the GMK release. While we do like the color, for the second sample we are going to use a custom color based on the original RAL to find a balance.

- Legend alignment is a bit off for some of the alphas and number row. The number row is drastically misaligned. This is an art alignment issue on our end and will be fully addressed with the second sample set.

- The mod spacebars are temporary as we focused on getting the alphas in the first sample. We will be testing both alpha and accent colors in the second sample.

IMAGES

Photos by IV Works

Photos by Tyson

The Ashes design has been updated and submitted for another set of samples. We will post an update as soon as they are ready and we’ve given them sufficient evaluation!

**COMING SOON:**

- Typing test
- Deskpad update
- Kitting update

santela · « **Reply #72 on:** Mon, 15 November 2021, 02:12:17 »

Unlimited! Nice! Definitely in.

wormocious · « **Reply #73 on:** Wed, 17 November 2021, 08:32:03 »

Quote from: Tyson on Sat, 13 November 2021, 12:59:44

+ Mod color is super close to the GMK mod color.

- The reverse-sublimated alphas are a match to the Pantone that is the closest one to the GMK release. While we do like the color, for the second sample we are going to use a custom color based on the original RAL to find a balance.

Hey Tyson, Can you clarify the photo on the burgundy board? Are the alphas on the left the samples on IV and the right GMK? I have GMK but the lack of 1u alt and ctrl makes me want to get this set, but the blue hue of the left half of alphas is definitely not what I am looking for. Also, no way to add the black enter key to this kit? I love that look on a black board, but I'm not a fan of the sword novelty personally.

Tyson · « **Reply #74 on:** Wed, 17 November 2021, 10:34:32 »

Quote from: wormocious on Wed, 17 November 2021, 08:32:03

Quote from: Tyson on Sat, 13 November 2021, 12:59:44

+ Mod color is super close to the GMK mod color.

- The reverse-sublimated alphas are a match to the Pantone that is the closest one to the GMK release. While we do like the color, for the second sample we are going to use a custom color based on the original RAL to find a balance.

Hey Tyson, Can you clarify the photo on the burgundy board? Are the alphas on the left the samples on IV and the right GMK? I have GMK but the lack of 1u alt and ctrl makes me want to get this set, but the blue hue of the left half of alphas is definitely not what I am looking for. Also, no way to add the black enter key to this kit? I love that look on a black board, but I'm not a fan of the sword novelty personally.

Hello! So yes the samples on the Styrka are on the left, the GMK set is on the right. We are working to try to get the alphas to be more accurate to the GMK set as they are currently more blue. We will be addressing kitting in a future update soon so be on the look out for that! Hope this clarifies everything for you!

wormocious · « **Reply #75 on:** Wed, 17 November 2021, 12:53:20 »

Quote from: Tyson on Wed, 17 November 2021, 10:34:32

Quote from: wormocious on Wed, 17 November 2021, 08:32:03
Quote from: Tyson on Sat, 13 November 2021, 12:59:44

+ Mod color is super close to the GMK mod color.

- The reverse-sublimated alphas are a match to the Pantone that is the closest one to the GMK release. While we do like the color, for the second sample we are going to use a custom color based on the original RAL to find a balance.

Hey Tyson, Can you clarify the photo on the burgundy board? Are the alphas on the left the samples on IV and the right GMK? I have GMK but the lack of 1u alt and ctrl makes me want to get this set, but the blue hue of the left half of alphas is definitely not what I am looking for. Also, no way to add the black enter key to this kit? I love that look on a black board, but I'm not a fan of the sword novelty personally.

Hello! So yes the samples on the Styrka are on the left, the GMK set is on the right. We are working to try to get the alphas to be more accurate to the GMK set as they are currently more blue. We will be addressing kitting in a future update soon so be on the look out for that! Hope this clarifies everything for you!

Awesome, just what I wanted to hear on both fronts. Thanks so much, I'll be watching this set closely.

kevinave · « **Reply #76 on:** Wed, 17 November 2021, 20:12:02 »

Having a PBT version of Ashes would be more than amazing. Glad to see progress being made and best of luck with the sampling process!

EdgeOfInfinity · « **Reply #77 on:** Wed, 17 November 2021, 21:38:22 »

Quote from: kevinave on Wed, 17 November 2021, 20:12:02

Having a PBT version of Ashes would be more than amazing. Glad to see progress being made and best of luck with the sampling process!

agree, if the colors are the same as r1 i would love to own this set in pbt!

DarrenGaren · « **Reply #78 on:** Fri, 03 December 2021, 15:05:03 »

The Ariandel deskmat looks soooo nice.

Reece · « **Reply #79 on:** Tue, 21 December 2021, 11:08:46 »

I love the Darkroot deskmat and registered my interest in it.

HYP3RION · « **Reply #80 on:** Tue, 21 December 2021, 15:07:15 »

Looks great, can't wait to pick it up!

Tyson · « **Reply #81 on:** Mon, 31 January 2022, 13:53:14 »

Second samples are in! We look at these more as v1.5 samples than v2. The main focus of this set was to test the new custom alpha color, updated artwork, and molds. With the feedback from this set the true v2 samples will be much closer to production.

Updates for v1.5:
New alpha color
Legends art
7u and 6.25u spacebars now alpha color
Split spacebars now accent color
Added Esc and Enter accents keys
Added HHKB/Apple kitting
Changed “Code” to “Ashes”
Updated molds to prevent warping

Focus for v2:
Fine tune new custom alpha color
Match mod legends to alphas
Art alignment

santela · « **Reply #82 on:** Wed, 09 February 2022, 00:53:05 »

Looking better and better! GMK alpha colors still look the best.

adigaforever · « **Reply #83 on:** Wed, 09 February 2022, 07:21:57 »

Looking good, one thing I noticed is that 1.5 Mods font size seems a lot smaller than GMKs

Tyson · « **Reply #84 on:** Wed, 09 February 2022, 09:13:55 »

Quote from: adigaforever on Wed, 09 February 2022, 07:21:57

Looking good, one thing I noticed is that 1.5 Mods font size seems a lot smaller than GMKs

Font size and alignment are also one of the main things we will be focusing on in the next version of samples along with the color matching!

hongoo · « **Reply #85 on:** Sat, 05 March 2022, 06:17:43 »

I like this cold flame kinda vibe

Tyson · « **Reply #86 on:** Wed, 13 April 2022, 11:12:14 »

It's been awhile since an update, thought I'd chime in. We are still waiting on the next round of samples to be completed. A few changes were made for this round of samples so when those arrive and are inspected by IV and me we will definitely update all of you guys on it! Fingers crossed that this will be the final sample required and everything gets approved so we can get this going!

Oogtug84 · « **Reply #87 on:** Wed, 13 April 2022, 17:01:39 »

can we get these deskmats at 5mm like wildmat plz?

Tyson · « **Reply #88 on:** Thu, 14 April 2022, 08:47:25 »

Quote from: Oogtug84 on Wed, 13 April 2022, 17:01:39

can we get these deskmats at 5mm like wildmat plz?

5mm? Damn that's dummy thiccc for a deskmat lol. Typically 4mm is the standard for most deskmats, unless your TKC or Kono in which crappy 3mm is your standard. I think we already have samples of the deskmats in 4mm and felt those were good enough to approve. I'll look into getting 5mm sample mats for my other projects though!

Tyson · « **Reply #89 on:** Thu, 23 June 2022, 11:17:33 »

Massive update for IV Ashes!

- GB Date Announced: July 2nd - 30th

- Colormatching has been complete!

- Kitting is Finalized

- Vendors Announced

- Darkmoon Switches Announced!

- IV Works Pricing Announced!

Look for one more update with the rest of the pricing for all the vendors!

POMChamp · « **Reply #90 on:** Thu, 23 June 2022, 11:33:36 »

Wow, this set can get it

Tyson · « **Reply #91 on:** Fri, 24 June 2022, 09:17:49 »

Quote from: POMChamp on Thu, 23 June 2022, 11:33:36

Wow, this set can get it

Thanks! I'm really excited to get this project to GB!

IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES · « **Reply #92 on:** Fri, 24 June 2022, 15:58:51 »

Glad the metal artisan came through for this version. Some fun stuff here for GMK buyers.

ThreadyKeycaps · « **Reply #93 on:** Fri, 24 June 2022, 21:49:47 »

omg gorgeousss

Blind_Panda · « **Reply #94 on:** Tue, 28 June 2022, 15:44:21 »

Quote from: factoryofidols on Sun, 15 August 2021, 16:46:57

Choosing to include an accent iso enter and an accent numpad enter over 3 key 40s support is extremely disappointing.

Underrated comment. +1 to this

Tyson · « **Reply #95 on:** Fri, 01 July 2022, 16:05:12 »

The GB is now live! I'll be locking this thread once the GB post gets approved by mods.

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Author Topic: [IC] IV Ashes | GB LIVE!!! (Read 48408 times)