Post by: Esheu2 on Tue, 16 November 2021, 18:48:04
Design inspired by Hololive 2nd Gen VTuber, Nakiri Ayame. This my rendition of an endgame O-ring mount 60% with no external screws and a
New Prototypes
(https://i.imgur.com/50XdY80.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/7odyz2j.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Na1s843.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/4qPzdqY.jpg)
More pictures here:https://imgur.com/a/mqJuTaG (https://imgur.com/a/mqJuTaG)
Photos courtesy of Trifelife!
Features
- 50A duro O-ring "gummy worm" mount
- Anodized 5052 Aluminum for the top and internal case
- Stainless Steel Weight
- 6.5 Degree Typing Angle
- 18.5mm Front Typing Height
- Universal USB-C Daughterboard
- PCB Compatible with QMK/VIA
- No external screws
Supported Layouts
(https://i.imgur.com/NJcumip.png)
- Split/full backspace
- Split/full right shift
- Stepped/normal capslock
Plate
The plate will be a standard 1.5mm thickness.
I have yet to decide on material, but it will be one of the following:
- Aluminum
- Carbon Fiber
PCB
- QMK/VIA Compatible
- Universal USB-C Daughterboard
Colors
- Black
- Wine Red
Price: TBA but NOT cheap
Updates
My manufacturer complained to me that the production of polished stainless steel pieces that large was too difficult to produce and QC. It is looking likely that we will be moving towards only providing a bead-blasted weight finish for production.
More Renders
(https://i.imgur.com/9ie3TAZ.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/Mq5SjNk.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/rQX0uSz.png) (https://i.imgur.com/8HTxr1u.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/YrnsFEA.png) (https://i.imgur.com/izBDE2l.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/OZpj5Kf.png) (https://i.imgur.com/619i78S.png)
More Information and Updates
Discord Server Invite: https://discord.gg/pYVsseU (https://discord.gg/pYVsseU)
Please join the Discord server and subscribe to the !ojou role if you would like to get updates on the project as soon as possible.
Special Thanks To
Exfinite (Vov) for aesthetics feedback
Juaninamilli for proofreading the design, giving feedback, and making the keycap'd renders
Trifelife for the idea, aesthetics feedback, designing the PCB, and being a degenerate weeb
FAQ
Q: Why no bumpons?
A: It was an aesthetic decision. Aside from the emblem/logo, I didn't want to interrupt the curves and smooth design of the weight with cutouts for bumpons. For those that are worried that the polished stainless steel weight will get scratched, I understand your concern. However, stainless steel is relatively hard. Unless the board is very seriously mistreated, it won't get damaged very easily. Though, I still wouldn't rough it up needlessly. As such if you're interested in this board, I recommend using a deskmat with it and storing it away properly when not in use.
Post by: Esheu2 on Tue, 16 November 2021, 18:48:46
(https://i.imgur.com/acxgAmR.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/b4eFV6f.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/oHcyNSP.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/v9ds1vd.jpg)
Post by: yoot on Tue, 16 November 2021, 18:52:07
Post by: TheTriggeredPony on Tue, 16 November 2021, 18:54:20
Post by: Kokaloo on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:02:33
Post by: zea on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:09:04
What the **** is a hololive
google.com
Post by: CookieFlow on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:21:17
Wish it was a 65% instead
Also no "full" 60% layout?
Post by: 7h3of7 on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:27:53
Post by: engyshow on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:28:14
We do a little Ayame enjoying
Post by: Sicowa on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:43:04
Post by: hali on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:43:26
Post by: ddnomad on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:44:35
Post by: hover0423 on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:44:45
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Post by: ddnomad on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:45:15
where are the bumpons?Double that :)
Post by: Esheu2 on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:46:54
where are the bumpons?
no bumpons. This will be a deskmat exclusive board
Post by: Esheu2 on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:49:10
ne protos avail
I've had a first round of protos that have been made for half a year already, but the design has changed a decent amount since then so I wasn't sure if it was appropriate to post pictures of those. A second round of prototyping will commence soon.
Post by: ddnomad on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:49:39
Uhh, it depends on the weight of the board but it will defo tend to slide around without bumpons. And the weight will scratch pretty quickly if you just need to put the board aside on any hard surface (e.g. when cleaning the table).where are the bumpons?
no bumpons. This will be a deskmat exclusive board
Post by: dRnRcRr on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:50:07
Post by: Esheu2 on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:52:08
Uhh, it depends on the weight of the board but it will defo tend to slide around without bumpons. And the weight will scratch pretty quickly if you just need to put the board aside on any hard surface (e.g. when cleaning the table).where are the bumpons?
no bumpons. This will be a deskmat exclusive board
5lbs built. It doesn't slide around very easily. I've been keeping my first prototype in a case when not in use. I'll be looking into getting a custom carry/storage case made for this board when GB comes around.
Post by: ddnomad on Tue, 16 November 2021, 19:57:19
Dedicated carrying case would be definitely appreciated.Uhh, it depends on the weight of the board but it will defo tend to slide around without bumpons. And the weight will scratch pretty quickly if you just need to put the board aside on any hard surface (e.g. when cleaning the table).where are the bumpons?
no bumpons. This will be a deskmat exclusive board
6lbs built. It doesn't slide around very easily. I've been keeping my first prototype in a case when not in use. I'll be looking into getting a custom carry/storage case made for this board when GB comes around.
Still not sure whether I find an absence of bumpons a big deal or not though. It does sound like a potential issue to me, but at the same time I use deskmats at all times and this board won’t be the one to use for travel for sure.
Post by: shima on Tue, 16 November 2021, 20:13:44
Post by: hali on Tue, 16 November 2021, 21:25:57
Commence prototyping soon.
5lbs built. It doesn't slide around very easily. I've been keeping my first prototype in a case when not in use.
so you either have a prototype and you're not showing us or you're lying about having a prototype
Post by: Visionaire on Tue, 16 November 2021, 21:26:08
Post by: Fraaaan on Tue, 16 November 2021, 21:32:27
i love anime btw
Post by: Baka Bot on Tue, 16 November 2021, 21:34:33
Post by: LaserCrafter on Tue, 16 November 2021, 21:34:51
Commence prototyping soon.5lbs built. It doesn't slide around very easily. I've been keeping my first prototype in a case when not in use.
so you either have a prototype and you're not showing us or you're lying about having a prototype
where we're going we don't need prototypes. also weebs out.
Post by: Esheu2 on Tue, 16 November 2021, 21:36:04
Commence prototyping soon.5lbs built. It doesn't slide around very easily. I've been keeping my first prototype in a case when not in use.
so you either have a prototype and you're not showing us or you're lying about having a prototype
(https://i.imgur.com/b4eFV6f.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/acxgAmR.jpg)
This was an early version that wasn't weebified yet. That's why I wasn't sure if it was appropriate to post it
Post by: Vov on Tue, 16 November 2021, 22:00:01
Commence prototyping soon.5lbs built. It doesn't slide around very easily. I've been keeping my first prototype in a case when not in use.
so you either have a prototype and you're not showing us or you're lying about having a prototypeShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/b4eFV6f.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/acxgAmR.jpg)
This was an early version that wasn't weebified yet. That's why I wasn't sure if it was appropriate to post it
replying to this thread with my proto from earlier this year :)
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/709235409564991609/910377900031770676/20211116_195539.jpg)(https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/709235409564991609/910377901231317062/20211116_195607.jpg?width=1249&height=936)
Post by: Ustinj on Tue, 16 November 2021, 22:11:19
Post by: Raian on Tue, 16 November 2021, 23:04:39
where are the bumpons?
no bumpons. This will be a deskmat exclusive board
not sure how I feel about this on polished ss sounds like a world of hurt especially on a keyboard that you are saying is not gonna be cheap...
Post by: MIGHTY CHICKEN on Tue, 16 November 2021, 23:10:44
More
Commence prototyping soon.5lbs built. It doesn't slide around very easily. I've been keeping my first prototype in a case when not in use.
so you either have a prototype and you're not showing us or you're lying about having a prototypeShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/b4eFV6f.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/acxgAmR.jpg)
This was an early version that wasn't weebified yet. That's why I wasn't sure if it was appropriate to post it
replying to this thread with my proto from earlier this year :)Show Image(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/709235409564991609/910377900031770676/20211116_195539.jpg)Show Image(https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/709235409564991609/910377901231317062/20211116_195607.jpg?width=1249&height=936)
Wow that's a beauty
Post by: sally on Wed, 17 November 2021, 00:31:50
Not to be rude, but not cheap for a oring-mount is not working for me
Post by: ddnomad on Wed, 17 November 2021, 03:41:40
Without bumpons it will get sandblasted over the timewhere are the bumpons?
no bumpons. This will be a deskmat exclusive board
not sure how I feel about this on polished ss sounds like a world of hurt especially on a keyboard that you are saying is not gonna be cheap...
Post by: Ella on Wed, 17 November 2021, 04:01:22
Post by: VXQN on Wed, 17 November 2021, 04:09:02
Absolutely amazing. Every time I think I've "seen it all" someone comes out with some gold like this.
Post by: Rafa_n on Wed, 17 November 2021, 04:39:44
Post by: Esheu2 on Wed, 17 November 2021, 05:01:55
"This will be a deskmat exclusive board"
Absolutely amazing. Every time I think I've "seen it all" someone comes out with some gold like this.
Without bumpons it will get sandblasted over the timewhere are the bumpons?
no bumpons. This will be a deskmat exclusive board
not sure how I feel about this on polished ss sounds like a world of hurt especially on a keyboard that you are saying is not gonna be cheap...
no bumpons is a very bad idea
You can add on bumpons after the fact just fine. I just chose not to put dedicated bumpon cutouts for aesthetic reasons. Plus, there are literally pictures of two different prototype units posted in this thread after months of use without being scratched up. Stainless steel is pretty hard. It doesn't scratch easily unless you do something very wrong to the board.
Post by: ddnomad on Wed, 17 November 2021, 05:10:47
Adding bumpons after the fact on a board which is probably gonna cost way over 500€ feels wrong"This will be a deskmat exclusive board"
Absolutely amazing. Every time I think I've "seen it all" someone comes out with some gold like this.Without bumpons it will get sandblasted over the timewhere are the bumpons?
no bumpons. This will be a deskmat exclusive board
not sure how I feel about this on polished ss sounds like a world of hurt especially on a keyboard that you are saying is not gonna be cheap...no bumpons is a very bad idea
You can add on bumpons after the fact just fine. I just chose not to put dedicated bumpon cutouts for aesthetic reasons. Plus, there are literally pictures of two different prototype units posted in this thread after months of use without being scratched up. Stainless steel is pretty hard. It doesn't scratch easily unless you do something very wrong to the board.
Post by: pfcmickey on Wed, 17 November 2021, 07:01:35
Post by: stidal on Wed, 17 November 2021, 09:24:58
Post by: Esheu2 on Wed, 17 November 2021, 13:58:57
is this gonna be compatible with gh60 standard pcbs?
no it will not
Post by: stewfayew on Wed, 17 November 2021, 15:09:21
Will the weight be exposed internally at all? I worry about the sound
Post by: Esheu2 on Wed, 17 November 2021, 15:12:56
I see screw holes in the bottom. What're those for?
Will the weight be exposed internally at all? I worry about the sound
Those screws hold in the weight. The weight isn't exposed internally except for a small opening for the daughterboard cable routing channel.
Post by: jewleeuhn on Wed, 17 November 2021, 15:23:23
Post by: Kokaloo on Wed, 17 November 2021, 15:48:12
Post by: Vorge on Wed, 17 November 2021, 16:30:21
Post by: chat and team on Wed, 17 November 2021, 16:43:50
Post by: Esheu2 on Wed, 17 November 2021, 17:37:40
Post by: Sicowa on Wed, 17 November 2021, 17:58:15
I would rather this board be sold as just a nice 60 honestly. The addition of an ayame theme just seems very weird to build more attention. if you friend really likes it then just run it for him maybe. otherwise this just seems like your trying to bring attention to the board via weebs rather than what the board brings to the community. idk. I just beileve that designers should design around a theme they care for. not what their friends like *shrug*
its a nice board, but I just dont like the way the theme was done. otherwise GLWIC,
Post by: treeleaf64 on Wed, 17 November 2021, 18:18:59
Not protected polished stainless steel back :'(
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Post by: Esheu2 on Wed, 17 November 2021, 23:04:51
the theme just kinda seems slapped onto this board...
I would rather this board be sold as just a nice 60 honestly. The addition of an ayame theme just seems very weird to build more attention. if you friend really likes it then just run it for him maybe. otherwise this just seems like your trying to bring attention to the board via weebs rather than what the board brings to the community. idk. I just beileve that designers should design around a theme they care for. not what their friends like *shrug*
its a nice board, but I just dont like the way the theme was done. otherwise GLWIC,
That's a valid feeling. Though, "attention" definitely was not the goal when incorporating the Ayame theme. If anything, any weeb themed product seems to bring about a certain amount of disdain from people in the community. I had already guessed that would be reaction I'd receive from some people before I even decided to do the IC. If I was after "good attention", I wouldn't have bothered with the theme. Instead, I went with it because I genuinely enjoy the VTuber. It's true that wasn't the original direction of the design, but after Trifelife put in my head that my red prototype would have made for a great Ayame themed board I agreed and decided that was the direction I wanted to take the board.
If you think the theme wasn't well integrated, that's fine. However, please don't insinuate that I did it for some sort of weeb attention grab.
Post by: Esheu2 on Thu, 18 November 2021, 15:10:58
I just beileve that designers should design around a theme they care for. not what their friends like *shrug*
also **** off with implying I don't care about the theme
(https://i.imgur.com/UU3JZV1.jpg)
Post by: Sicowa on Thu, 18 November 2021, 16:37:07
Hit a nerve I guess...
Also what does 30$ of cardboard prove?
Post by: yoot on Thu, 18 November 2021, 16:55:28
:(Proves DN
Hit a nerve I guess...
Also what does 30$ of cardboard prove?
Post by: Friendship on Thu, 18 November 2021, 16:57:14
:(
Hit a nerve I guess...
Also what does 30$ of cardboard prove?
>identifies that they have hit a nerve
>continues to try and aggravate the runner
solid strat
Post by: 7h3of7 on Thu, 18 November 2021, 17:13:00
:(Proves DN
Hit a nerve I guess...
Also what does 30$ of cardboard prove?
Good one sir !!
Post by: Rafa_n on Thu, 18 November 2021, 17:16:13
:(
Hit a nerve I guess...
Also what does 30$ of cardboard prove?
damn, you weebs are ****ing weird
Post by: CrazyAssMonkey on Thu, 18 November 2021, 17:43:48
:(
Hit a nerve I guess...
Also what does 30$ of cardboard prove?
oh look its a cringe weeb :-*
Post by: treeleaf64 on Thu, 18 November 2021, 22:33:16
Mr Yoot is correct. DN.
Post by: Nonnegaard on Fri, 19 November 2021, 01:59:20
What the **** is a hololiveHyperbased
Post by: Nonnegaard on Fri, 19 November 2021, 02:08:00
:(
Hit a nerve I guess...
Also what does 30$ of cardboard prove?
:(Proves DN
Hit a nerve I guess...
Also what does 30$ of cardboard prove?
I just beileve that designers should design around a theme they care for. not what their friends like *shrug*
also **** off with implying I don't care about the themeShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/UU3JZV1.jpg)
yeah that's enough geekhack for today
Post by: Kokaloo on Sun, 21 November 2021, 03:11:00
Post by: SDKCAMPING on Sun, 21 November 2021, 14:34:24
Post by: scrps on Sun, 21 November 2021, 21:39:27
Post by: unusuaL_ on Tue, 23 November 2021, 10:22:54
Post by: timotito on Tue, 28 December 2021, 09:02:48
Post by: Esheu2 on Tue, 28 December 2021, 11:35:39
Looks nice, though I don't know why you couldn't incorporate feet into the design.
FAQ
Q: Why no bumpons?
A: It was an aesthetic decision. Aside from the emblem/logo, I didn't want to interrupt the curves and smooth design of the weight with cutouts for bumpons. For those that are worried that the polished stainless steel weight will get scratched, I understand your concern. However, stainless steel is relatively hard. Unless the board is very seriously mistreated, it won't get damaged very easily. Though, I still wouldn't rough it up needlessly. As such if you're interested in this board, I recommend using a deskmat with it and storing it away properly when not in use.
Post by: filuwow on Wed, 29 December 2021, 07:31:16
Price not "CHEAP"
Not to be rude, but not cheap for a oring-mount is not working for me
me too ;D
Post by: lakeboredom on Sat, 01 January 2022, 15:08:43
Post by: Puddsy on Sat, 01 January 2022, 15:52:03
it looks nice but it will get scratched after a few months of ownership unless you keep a pristine setup
Post by: derpturtle on Sat, 01 January 2022, 16:05:37
Post by: Ella on Tue, 04 January 2022, 17:42:08
Post by: Que7797 on Wed, 05 January 2022, 09:19:33
glwic!
edit: Knew the bottom looked familiar somehow, and its the Lodestone that it reminds me of.
Post by: aragod on Thu, 06 January 2022, 02:51:13
Post by: Knocking on Sun, 09 January 2022, 20:20:08
Post by: PurpleOmega on Mon, 10 January 2022, 04:45:18
Post by: Esheu2 on Fri, 13 May 2022, 23:17:51
After many setbacks and delays, the prototypes are here! This run, we had both polished and bead-blasted weights made.
However, my manufacturer has complained to me that mirror polish on a stainless steel piece this large is extremely difficult to produce and QC. So, it is looking increasingly likely that we will be moving towards only providing bead-blasted weights for production.
(https://i.imgur.com/50XdY80.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/7odyz2j.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Na1s843.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/4qPzdqY.jpg)
More pictures here:https://imgur.com/a/mqJuTaG (https://imgur.com/a/mqJuTaG)
Photos courtesy of Trifelife!
More (likely lower quality) pictures to come!
Post by: CookieFlow on Sat, 14 May 2022, 07:37:42
Also I still don't understand why not provide a full 60% top option.
WKL/HHKB only is not for everybody