[IC] GMK FUTURE FUNK 2 (GB Feb 14 – Mar 16)

[AMZ]

OG DESKMAT

[lecorsair]

+1 on the OG deskmat. Did not purchase on R1 because it was sold through TKC, but will definitely load up this time ☺

[Silentism]

Fr tho, not having the r1 deskmat would be a bigger disappointment than the sparkles not being included. 
I’d probably still buy r2 deskmat tho ngl

[FoxandFoundry]

The sparkles make this set so drastically different you might as well just call it a different set. Please offer no sparkles and if you must then offer sparkles as an alternative set.

[KKoNaM]

+1 on the R1 deskmat (the one with a girl holding a board). 

[fuster]

GIVE ME

[scorcher36]

I like this. Nothing wrong to have some sparkle.

[An Angry Swan]

I'd like to see the sparkle effect on the keycaps and the deskmat

Go big or go home.

[jfc.umai]

Pretty clear there is a divide among people liking the glitter or not. If it isn't broken, don't fix it. Will be copping the deskmat though, can't wait!

[sekkengo]

Thanks for all the IC form submissions, we’re still waiting on samples from GMK, but once we can validate the metallic flake, we can make more solid decisions (with IC form replies in mind) and set a GB date.

Is the sample not completed yet? I want to buy the kit quickly regardless of the presence or absence of glitter.

[kema]

Samples are in production rn, took a while for GMK to get the metallic flake from their supplier. Will share photos as soon as I get them, then share the update renders and kits.

Cannon Keys have slotted the GB for Q1 2025 to give us ample time to finalize things. Will see if it's viable for us to run both the metallic flake + OG flat colors because the IC response is really split.

[idealape]

Not sure if I mentioned it here but I was told by a vendor that due to newer German pollution laws, GMK can no longer produce super saturated pinks/reds like the one in FF. I don't know more than that but if true, colors will have to be rethought or another manu will have to be used. I was thinking a translucent set in the same colors could be pretty fun.

Are the R2 neon colors different from R1 ?

[YoungTerror]

Will see if it's viable for us to run both the metallic flake + OG flat colors because the IC response is really split.

Now this is the response I was hoping to see. Hopefully moq will be met on both.

[DjangoHeraclitus]

Love it, glad it is coming back for round two. I like the glitter - if there was an option to get both it and the OG colour-way I'll be getting both. I got extremely lucky in that I missed out on the original GB as I wasn't in the hobby at the time but was able to pick up a set of caps and the OG deskmat at cost on the marketplace. I can understand why people would want to see it come back. Just to the deskmat, if the design wasn't final, instead of '2' I'd like to see it change to '2025' to reflect the the year like the OG mat. Can't wait to get this set. This and GMK Plum as the two sets I'd hope would have another run. I doubt GMK Plum will ever get another run so very happy to see this.

[kema]

Hey all, got the samples with metallic flake from GMK and they didn't meet expectations, and GMK doesn't think they can improve on it by much, so we're moving forward with just flat color.
Will have new renders in a bit with some kit changes and kit additions this month.

Not sure if I mentioned it here but I was told by a vendor that due to newer German pollution laws, GMK can no longer produce super saturated pinks/reds like the one in FF. I don't know more than that but if true, colors will have to be rethought or another manu will have to be used. I was thinking a translucent set in the same colors could be pretty fun.

Are the R2 neon colors different from R1 ?

They'll be the same, SwitchKeys was able to get GMK to produce the same magenta for their Retrowave set last year, so we should be ok!

[Kokaloo]

this is my 9/11

[Heinze]

That's it, then.
Welcome back, Future Funk. 

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

Woulda bought sparkle kit. See if you can think up something new for the R1 buyers? Ctrl/super/alt/shift inverse accent kit?

[madmax13]

I like the Wangan Midnight theme of the new desk mat- that's a must-buy for me.

One thing I'd like to see with this set is if you do the desk mat for that theme, maybe do a similar theme with a novelty child kit to differentiate it from Future Funk 1.

Overall, very cool.

[AMZ]

The Real Future Funk R2, Let's go

[tactilesbad]

Hey all, got the samples with metallic flake from GMK and they didn't meet expectations, and GMK doesn't think they can improve on it by much, so we're moving forward with just flat color.
Will have new renders in a bit with some kit changes and kit additions this month.

Not sure if I mentioned it here but I was told by a vendor that due to newer German pollution laws, GMK can no longer produce super saturated pinks/reds like the one in FF. I don't know more than that but if true, colors will have to be rethought or another manu will have to be used. I was thinking a translucent set in the same colors could be pretty fun.

Are the R2 neon colors different from R1 ?

They'll be the same, SwitchKeys was able to get GMK to produce the same magenta for their Retrowave set last year, so we should be ok!

oh joy - I'm so in

[nebulazy]

Hey all, got the samples with metallic flake from GMK and they didn't meet expectations, and GMK doesn't think they can improve on it by much, so we're moving forward with just flat color.
Will have new renders in a bit with some kit changes and kit additions this month.

ngl i'm disappointed but i trust your judgement. i'm still in for this set either way, i just like sparkle 

[scorcher36]

Damn, this would have been the great implementation of gmk special effect and was vibing so hard on this. Unfortunate and sad to hear this. Is there any possibility such ideas still open in this foreseeable future.

[mr_foggy]

wise choice. can we get R1 deskmat as well please. tree13 is a gigabased dude and I'm buying R2 as well, but please also bring back R1.

[AMZ]

R1 Deskmat
 

[kema]

Here's a couple of the samples I received, most of the time the flake doesn't make it to the surface of the keycap to give that ideal glint. Upping the quantity of flake might result in a more glittery look that I'm not aiming for, and would just increase the weird under-surface dust/mold-like spots on the lighter keys.





That said, here are the kit updates with just flat color across all the keys.

Just some light tweaks to base including adding an F13


Added F1-4, 5-9 keys


Spacebars and accents that quite a number of people were asking for in the IC form


International fixed kit




And we're trying to gauge whether we have enough interest to include an Icon Mods kit or not.
If you're interested please answer this one question:
https://forms.gle/cnCZCTpRYMjtrZyz8

[twitchytheinsideman]

yea sample looks moldy

[VXQN]

Here's a couple of the samples I received, most of the time the flake doesn't make it to the surface of the keycap to give that ideal glint. Upping the quantity of flake might result in a more glittery look that I'm not aiming for, and would just increase the weird under-surface dust/mold-like spots on the lighter keys

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GMK Future Fungus

[scorcher36]

Ooof sample doesnt look great. Still in for the flat colors. Will pick up deskmat too. I do like the r2 deskmat but many here wanted a rerun for r1. It would be nice to run both.

[unwashed_heathen]

Looking at the samples gives me an irresistible urge to clean my monitor screen.

I'm down for Base, Light Alphas, and Icon Mods, but for kitting I think it would make more sense if icon mods + light alphas would total to a full base kit (this might already be in consideration based on the option 'Yes, I plan to fill two keyboards with base + light alphas' on Icon mods IC). Personally wouldn't mind paying base kit price for that combination. Would also like r3 home but that's very minor.

Please also put me down for r1 deskmat .

[kema]

In R1 it seemed like a lot of people liked the light alphas contrast look so those with leftover base alphas were able to make use of them by adding on the icon mods kit.
Technically you can fill a smaller keyboard (F-row less) with just the light alphas and icon mods, but the intent is that they augment the base kit instead of adding up to it.

Unfortunately the 2020 desk mat design won't be available, was only intended for R1. Similarly the Midnight Anarchy design will only be for R2.

[zhol]

Unfortunately the 2020 desk mat design won't be available, was only intended for R1. Similarly the Midnight Anarchy design will only be for R2.

one of the most annoying people you know just fell to their knees in a parking lot reading this

[hekt1k]

Icon mods my beloved

[madmax13]

I love the Icon mods. My only personal preference thing is I like the hollow diamond code/super/win and the solid diamond FN instead of the four lines icon. Otherwise, it looks like I'll be in for a deskmat (love the new design), Icon Mods, and basekit.

[Randomlosername]

Were the Media keys always there?? I swear I don’t remember them being there 😂 if possible it would be dope to have a volume +/- and mute on R1, R2, R3 (or whatever combo people like) and not just in R1. Excited for the GB!

[yuujira]

Don't hate glitter but actually seeing the colors flat like this i think it's better than the glitter ones. So is the default option going to have glitter or not on the group buy? Might actually join if there's no glitter

[Piperaceae]

Sounds like no glitter; all of the renders have had the glitter removed. I liked the idea, but yeah, after seeing the samples, I think removing the glitter was the right call.

[keebibi]

I was liking the glitter renders, but based on the samples I think a flat color would be ideal. Can't wait to pick up a set!

[twitchytheinsideman]

My suggestion for icons is: If you already fully support 65% with icons, maybe also do with TKL like in GMK Darlings base kit.

Or if you want to keep icons accessible and cheap only do them for shift, caps lock, enter, tab, backspace and r3 control like in GMK WoB Red Cyrillic Icon or in GMK WOB Extension Icon.

[twitchytheinsideman]

Why are there two 1.5u tab keys in the base?

[ph4nt0m]

Why are there two 1.5u tab keys in the base?

In this way, when buying base + light alphas kit, you might be able to fit two keyboards

[Silentism]

Unfortunately the 2020 desk mat design won't be available, was only intended for R1. Similarly the Midnight Anarchy design will only be for R2.

 
 
This reads like you're not running the R1 deskmat for the sake of exclusivity. Pretty lame. Unless Tree is against the idea for whatever reason as well.

[tactilesbad]

This reads like you're not running the R1 deskmat for the sake of exclusivity. Pretty lame.

if you're in for a good laugh you should check the thread for perestroika

btw good move on gutting the glitters. samples look terrible
also icon mods: depends on the price. average GMK alt mod kits are outrageously expensive

[ryulinho]

+1 for no glitter; that sample is lame.
Good changes to the base kit.

[twitchytheinsideman]

Why are there two 1.5u tab keys in the base?

In this way, when buying base + light alphas kit, you might be able to fit two keyboards

Then put it in alphas kit.

[nebulazy]

i was hyped for the glitter but after looking at the samples, i agree with flat colors. i will definitely be in for at least base kit and probably spacebars. not a huge fan of the deskmat cos im not a weeb, but the overall feel is very cool anyway.

[incrediblejr]

After seeing the glitter samples, ditching them was the right move, IMO. What was the reason for switching to 1.5u Bksp in R2? IC feedback?

Would have preferred the icon add-on to be more like GMK WoB Essentials/GMK WoB Red Cyrillic icon add-ons + 40s, as the current kitting will probably be too expensive to justify.

[Rassles]

I AM SO HAPPY YOU ARENT DOING  THE SPARKLE ANYMORE AND THE ACCENTS ARE SO CUTE!!!!!! 100% BUYING YIIPPEEEEEEE

[twitchytheinsideman]

I suggest removing short bars from alphas.

And to remove white spacebars from spacebars kit as WS1 bars are quite common and this could drastically reduce kitting price I suppose.

[Quotes]

Love my r1 deskmat, but just to confirm... I remember TKC goofed on the sizing of the r1 deskmat. That won't be an issue here correct?