[IC] Infinitum - GB Starting 5/16

[eniigma]

Looks awesome! Price is steep, but I think it'll be worth it. Please let the start time not be while I'm in class or sleeping haha. Either way, looks fantastic and I can't wait to hopefully get my hands on one of these.

I'll try to time this so that there is a way for everyone to get in, without having to wake up in the middle of the night/be inconvenient. I'm not certain about FCFS for all of the units, but we will see.

[Espada42]

do you have an idea when'll preorder start ? 1 month, 2,... ?

[eniigma]

do you have an idea when'll preorder start ? 1 month, 2,... ?

all things considered, likely late February to early March.

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[Espada42]

Im 100% in then,
take care of you btw.

[eniigma]

Here are some more pictures of the prototype.

[Magas]

Can't wait for this sale!

[Beerbezerker]

New proto looks gorgeous!!

[eniigma]

New proto looks gorgeous!!

This is the old prototype, new one hasn't been ordered yet due to factory shutdown.

[eniigma]

Here is a typing test with the H1 switches, lubed with MCG 129, and with stock springs.

[eniigma]

Here's a quick update, since I haven't put many of em up here in a while.

The sale is going to be run through my newly launched website, eniigmakeyboards.com. Feel free to check it out.

Also, extra plates will be offered in both POM and aluminium.

The second prototype (bottom piece only, as that was where the issue resides) has been ordered as of yesterday, and the POM plate prototype will be ordered tonight.

I also made some changes to the plate design to further accentuate the leaf spring, and to not cause uneven flex (which is something I experienced on the first plate).

Last change: I rounded some of the edges a bit more on the final version, as I wasn't happy with how sharp some of the intersections of fillets/chamfers were.

At this point, we're looking at about a 15 day production time for the prototype, so if the coronavirus dies down a bit, we should be on track for a late March group buy. Cheers everyone

[Heiser]

Here's a quick update, since I haven't put many of em up here in a while.

The sale is going to be run through my newly launched website, eniigmakeyboards.com. Feel free to check it out.

Also, extra plates will be offered in both POM and aluminium.

The second prototype (bottom piece only, as that was where the issue resides) has been ordered as of yesterday, and the POM plate prototype will be ordered tonight.

I also made some changes to the plate design to further accentuate the leaf spring, and to not cause uneven flex (which is something I experienced on the first plate).

Last change: I rounded some of the edges a bit more on the final version, as I wasn't happy with how sharp some of the intersections of fillets/chamfers were.

At this point, we're looking at about a 15 day production time for the prototype, so if the coronavirus dies down a bit, we should be on track for a late March group buy. Cheers everyone

Early April to Mid April please UwU

[BuddhaBen]

Following this.

[eniigma]

Also, this is getting pushed back some more because of coronavirus. I don't feel comfortable taking money at a time like this, so I will wait for everything to blow over before starting the group buy.

On a more positive note, that gives me some more time for testing, so please vote on what secondary plate material you would like! http://www.strawpoll.me/19535377

I did order a POM plate, but I was not satisfied with the quality, so that won't be an option. Cheers!

[eniigma]

Hi all- quick update here.

This board will now be using a custom PCB along with the unified daughterboard.

The estimated price is low-mid 600s. I can't give any concrete timeline at the moment due to coronavirus, but fingers crossed, early-mid May group buy.

I added some more renders to the OP, but in case you don't want to scroll up, here's some eye candy.



Renders (by the talented Abec13)




GMK Dracula by Pikku-allu




GMK Mizu by Rensuya





GMK Rudy by Warren

[chits]

Dracula looks killer. cool board

[frostfiree]

The side profile looks amazing on this board.

[Zach]

New renders look amazing, definitely in 

[Dumble_Hub]

Hi all- quick update here.

This board will now be using a custom PCB along with the unified daughterboard.

The estimated price is low-mid 600s. I can't give any concrete timeline at the moment due to coronavirus, but fingers crossed, early-mid May group buy.

I added some more renders to the OP, but in case you don't want to scroll up, here's some eye candy.



Renders (by the talented Abec13)

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GMK Dracula by Pikku-allu

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GMK Mizu by Rensuya

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With the custom PCB will it still be ALPS compatible?

[eniigma]

Hi all- quick update here.

This board will now be using a custom PCB along with the unified daughterboard.

The estimated price is low-mid 600s. I can't give any concrete timeline at the moment due to coronavirus, but fingers crossed, early-mid May group buy.

I added some more renders to the OP, but in case you don't want to scroll up, here's some eye candy.



Renders (by the talented Abec13)

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GMK Dracula by Pikku-allu

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GMK Mizu by Rensuya

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GMK Rudy by Warren

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With the custom PCB will it still be ALPS compatible?

The custom PCB is MX only, but when hiney's next version of h87 alps runs (with JST support), that will work as well.

The case is still compatible with the h87a, this is just switching to a custom PCB.

[Module]

Looks stunning, hoping to get in on this

[are2dcrz]

Need that wk and I don't mind 6u. 

[Exemplar]

Not trying to be rude here, just clarifying. What about this board makes its GB price over 600 dollars? Unless there is something I am missing, this is just a traditional 3 part top mount TKL with a plate and PCB. Even with the custom PCB, this could probably be made one-off for less than 600. Again, not trying to be confrontational, I am just confused.

[chits]

based on the proto photos this board won't be seamless. Might be worth updating the renders to reflect that.

[eniigma]

Need that wk and I don't mind 6u. 

Likely will be WKL only R1. Sorry!

Not trying to be rude here, just clarifying. What about this board makes its GB price over 600 dollars? Unless there is something I am missing, this is just a traditional 3 part top mount TKL with a plate and PCB. Even with the custom PCB, this could probably be made one-off for less than 600. Again, not trying to be confrontational, I am just confused.

Couple of things: the stainless steel weight brings up the cost and a 25% tariff on all imports into the US. One off (proto) was far from 600, close to double your estimate. Keeping it very brief here, but PM me for more info

based on the proto photos this board won't be seamless. Might be worth updating the renders to reflect that.

I think the breakdown photos reflect the fact that it isn’t seamless

[Exemplar]

Not trying to be rude here, just clarifying. What about this board makes its GB price over 600 dollars? Unless there is something I am missing, this is just a traditional 3 part top mount TKL with a plate and PCB. Even with the custom PCB, this could probably be made one-off for less than 600. Again, not trying to be confrontational, I am just confused.

Couple of things: the stainless steel weight brings up the cost and a 25% tariff on all imports into the US. One off (proto) was far from 600, close to double your estimate. Keeping it very brief here, but PM me for more info


Ah. Ive seen solid stainless boards for much less than this. Also, 25% tariff is on raw material, not product, and port importation, so run that over again. Ill pass.

[Pwner]

Not trying to be rude here, just clarifying. What about this board makes its GB price over 600 dollars? Unless there is something I am missing, this is just a traditional 3 part top mount TKL with a plate and PCB. Even with the custom PCB, this could probably be made one-off for less than 600. Again, not trying to be confrontational, I am just confused.

Couple of things: the stainless steel weight brings up the cost and a 25% tariff on all imports into the US. One off (proto) was far from 600, close to double your estimate. Keeping it very brief here, but PM me for more info


Ah. Ive seen solid stainless boards for much less than this. Also, 25% tariff is on raw material, not product, and port importation, so run that over again. Ill pass.

25% is on product, not just raw material.  You would know if you actually did anything but try and **** on everyone, CE.

[Exemplar]

Not trying to be rude here, just clarifying. What about this board makes its GB price over 600 dollars? Unless there is something I am missing, this is just a traditional 3 part top mount TKL with a plate and PCB. Even with the custom PCB, this could probably be made one-off for less than 600. Again, not trying to be confrontational, I am just confused.

Couple of things: the stainless steel weight brings up the cost and a 25% tariff on all imports into the US. One off (proto) was far from 600, close to double your estimate. Keeping it very brief here, but PM me for more info


Ah. Ive seen solid stainless boards for much less than this. Also, 25% tariff is on raw material, not product, and port importation, so run that over again. Ill pass.

25% is on product, not just raw material.  You would know if you actually did anything but try and **** on everyone, CE.

Not everybody that disagrees with you is CE. See attached.

[Pwner]

Not trying to be rude here, just clarifying. What about this board makes its GB price over 600 dollars? Unless there is something I am missing, this is just a traditional 3 part top mount TKL with a plate and PCB. Even with the custom PCB, this could probably be made one-off for less than 600. Again, not trying to be confrontational, I am just confused.

Couple of things: the stainless steel weight brings up the cost and a 25% tariff on all imports into the US. One off (proto) was far from 600, close to double your estimate. Keeping it very brief here, but PM me for more info


Ah. Ive seen solid stainless boards for much less than this. Also, 25% tariff is on raw material, not product, and port importation, so run that over again. Ill pass.

25% is on product, not just raw material.  You would know if you actually did anything but try and **** on everyone, CE.

Not everybody that disagrees with you is CE. See attached.

Nice try.  Anyways,  do I need to post the 25% invoice from the last gb or?  Begone.

[Dissitesuxba11s]

What is CE?

[blizzara01]

What is CE?

Carbon fiber edition I guess  )

[eniigma]

What is CE?

Carbon fiber edition I guess  )

CE is of one of the most prominent scammers in this community. Don’t want to make this thread a mess, so let’s leave it at that.

[L8T]

EDIT: My bad i didnt read previous messages.

[eniigma]

What makes this more expensive to make than say TGR Jane V2 CE? Im really curious because the design seems simple enough to machine.

See above please, but the large surface area of the stainless steel weight and the 25% import tariff into the United States increase the cost. Also, certain fillets are not as easy as you'd think to manufacture. If you want more info on which ones specifically, I'd be happy to let you know.

[eniigma]

On another note, Brandon Taylor will be unboxing the Infinitum prototype live on stream today at 8PM EST! Make sure to tune in!
https://www.twitch.tv/btaesthetics

Looking forward to bringing more keyboard content to mainstream!

[kchlam]

Will he be building it as well? Or is it just an unboxing of the built proto?

[eniigma]

Will he be building it as well? Or is it just an unboxing of the built proto?

Just an unboxing of the built proto

[eniigma]

Finally, an update!

Currently, the all of the remaining prototype parts are en route to me, so I think it's safe to schedule a groupbuy date!

The group buy will occur on Saturday, May 16th, 2020 at 9AM EST!

Final pricing is as follows:
Infinitum kit: $635
Extra plates (aluminum and polycarbonate [I am prepared to buy out MOQ for this]): $45
Extra PCB/daughterboards: $50

There will be a maximum of 60 kits sold. Looking forward to seeing all of you there!

[//gainsborough]

hey that's on my birthday!  GLWGB, my dude!

[eniigma]

hey that's on my birthday!  GLWGB, my dude!

Thanks very much! And happy early birthday 

[despairsray]

Glad to see that this has a release date now. Been following this for a while and I love the board. I had a couple of questions
- I know that in your discord, you were saying that the new proto has some color changes. Do you expect it to be a bit different from the renders?
- I may have missed this but are there other pcb/plates that are compatible with this case? Just making sure so that I can prepare to buy a spare if there are none.

Thanks and glwc

[eniigma]

Glad to see that this has a release date now. Been following this for a while and I love the board. I had a couple of questions
- I know that in your discord, you were saying that the new proto has some color changes. Do you expect it to be a bit different from the renders?
- I may have missed this but are there other pcb/plates that are compatible with this case? Just making sure so that I can prepare to buy a spare if there are none.

Thanks and glwc

Hey, thanks for your support.

The final color will indeed appear a little different. I don't want to make any statements about colors because the only photos I've seen of it is super inconsistent, but once it arrives (Monday), I will update you on that. A

s to your second question, plates are not compatible, but the newer h87a is compatible, if you snap off the USB port and opt to use the JST connector. However, plate files will be made public after the group buy and both PCBs and plates will be continually stocked on my store, as I don't want any board to become a paperweight.

Hope that answers your questions 

[Mcnos]

At 635 for the base, could we perhaps get a typing test of the prototype to try and validate the price point?

[eniigma]

At 635 for the base, could we perhaps get a typing test of the prototype to try and validate the price point?

I’ve attached the 2 typing tests that have been done so far. They are both recorded on an aluminum plate. http://cloud.tapatalk.com/s/5ea375a89c87d/Infinitum%20Creams%20sound%20test.mp3
http://cloud.tapatalk.com/s/5ea37576ac585/H1_sound_test.mp3

[Mcnos]

At 635 for the base, could we perhaps get a typing test of the prototype to try and validate the price point?

I’ve attached the 2 typing tests that have been done so far. They are both recorded on an aluminum plate. http://cloud.tapatalk.com/s/5ea375a89c87d/Infinitum%20Creams%20sound%20test.mp3
http://cloud.tapatalk.com/s/5ea37576ac585/H1_sound_test.mp3

Not bad.

[despairsray]

Glad to see that this has a release date now. Been following this for a while and I love the board. I had a couple of questions
- I know that in your discord, you were saying that the new proto has some color changes. Do you expect it to be a bit different from the renders?
- I may have missed this but are there other pcb/plates that are compatible with this case? Just making sure so that I can prepare to buy a spare if there are none.

Thanks and glwc

Hey, thanks for your support.

The final color will indeed appear a little different. I don't want to make any statements about colors because the only photos I've seen of it is super inconsistent, but once it arrives (Monday), I will update you on that. A

s to your second question, plates are not compatible, but the newer h87a is compatible, if you snap off the USB port and opt to use the JST connector. However, plate files will be made public after the group buy and both PCBs and plates will be continually stocked on my store, as I don't want any board to become a paperweight.

Hope that answers your questions 

That answers my questions, thanks! can't wait to see the pictures next week.

[Aevyn]

$635. Ouch. No thanks.

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[frostfiree]

$635. Ouch. No thanks.

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Price seems to be pretty in line with high end TKLs. Not sure what price you were looking for considering a keyboard with a large slab of stainless steel.

[eniigma]

$635. Ouch. No thanks.

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Stainless steel and 25% tariff. See above

[eniigma]

The 25% tariff bit has already been clarified by pwner in this very thread.

Okay, so 25% of $200 is $50. Let's say $250 for case (generous at 60 qty). $50 for pcb + plate (also very generous). $300 per case and then charging $635? Nice.

Also how about seeing a working prototype? I don't see a working pcb anywhere. Only renders.

Not that there is a 25% tariff on a completed product. You'll just believe anyone, right? Maybe do some of your own research first to realize that it's only the raw materials and some of their derivatives. Again, if you're paying 25% tariff on a finished product, you are letting yourself get scammed lulz.

Here's an example of something you can find by googling and using your brain: https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/president-trump-expands-section-232-36602/

First off, your numbers are way off. Prototype pictures are in the OP. There is a 25% tariff on the imports and I know this from both firsthand and secondhand experience.

Let’s leave it at that, thanks for playing everyone. I’m locking this thread for now, will unlock later. If anyone has any more legitimate questions, please DM me on Discord (eniigma#0483).

[eniigma]

Thread is now unlocked.