[IC] GMK 1520 | GB Announced!

[_haru]

my 2c: @hark, don't change a thing. you have nailed it on the design, and i think this is a faithful reproduction of the vintage keyset. looking forward to purchasing every kit.

I agree, this is the first GMK set in a while that's really grabbed my attention. I really think you should keep it as is, especially the grey F keys. They're my favourite.

[azzipa]

my 2c: @hark, don't change a thing. you have nailed it on the design, and i think this is a faithful reproduction of the vintage keyset. looking forward to purchasing every kit.

I agree, this is the first GMK set in a while that's really grabbed my attention. I really think you should keep it as is, especially the grey F keys. They're my favourite.

i think we all have an appreciation for this set as well as the inspiration. so why do you think the keys were originally colored? it appears there is a logic in color matching "alt" with alpha sublegends that aligns with common keyboard shortcuts.

by all means, don't change a thing if you don't want to. i sorta assumed the non-vintage 1.5u system keys don't really have a place on a windows board. if there is a use for 1.5u system keys in windows i'll quit pushing a mac agenda. but if the systems keys are intended for macos users then they do not serve their intended purpose for our use case. that's all i'm trying to say. (guess i'm as uninformed about windows as many are about macs, and i'm actually looking to learn here.)

and fwiw, i fully understand the inspiration. i was only attempting to get the runner to see things from a macos user's pov, something that is not intuitive for many windows users. to say it differently, imagine the alt keys had yellow sublegends. makes no sense, right? not only because of the inspiration, but because the alpha sublegends are blue. the colors do not align. THAT is my point about the system keys being blue. since there are no system keys in the inspiration set i am confused why people who likely will not buy/use the system keys even care? peace

[hark]

my 2c: @hark, don't change a thing. you have nailed it on the design, and i think this is a faithful reproduction of the vintage keyset. looking forward to purchasing every kit.

I agree, this is the first GMK set in a while that's really grabbed my attention. I really think you should keep it as is, especially the grey F keys. They're my favourite.

i think we all have an appreciation for this set as well as the inspiration. so why do you think the keys were originally colored? it appears there is a logic in color matching "alt" with alpha sublegends that aligns with common keyboard shortcuts.

by all means, don't change a thing if you don't want to. i sorta assumed the non-vintage 1.5u system keys don't really have a place on a windows board. if there is a use for 1.5u system keys in windows i'll quit pushing a mac agenda. but if the systems keys are intended for macos users then they do not serve their intended purpose for our use case. that's all i'm trying to say. (guess i'm as uninformed about windows as many are about macs, and i'm actually looking to learn here.)

and fwiw, i fully understand the inspiration. i was only attempting to get the runner to see things from a macos user's pov, something that is not intuitive for many windows users. to say it differently, imagine the alt keys had yellow sublegends. makes no sense, right? not only because of the inspiration, but because the alpha sublegends are blue. the colors do not align. THAT is my point about the system keys being blue. since there are no system keys in the inspiration set i am confused why people who likely will not buy/use the system keys even care? peace

Those keys are primarily for HHKB users, not MacOS users.

[andreiborisov]

my 2c: @hark, don't change a thing. you have nailed it on the design, and i think this is a faithful reproduction of the vintage keyset. looking forward to purchasing every kit.

I agree, this is the first GMK set in a while that's really grabbed my attention. I really think you should keep it as is, especially the grey F keys. They're my favourite.

i think we all have an appreciation for this set as well as the inspiration. so why do you think the keys were originally colored? it appears there is a logic in color matching "alt" with alpha sublegends that aligns with common keyboard shortcuts.

by all means, don't change a thing if you don't want to. i sorta assumed the non-vintage 1.5u system keys don't really have a place on a windows board. if there is a use for 1.5u system keys in windows i'll quit pushing a mac agenda. but if the systems keys are intended for macos users then they do not serve their intended purpose for our use case. that's all i'm trying to say. (guess i'm as uninformed about windows as many are about macs, and i'm actually looking to learn here.)

and fwiw, i fully understand the inspiration. i was only attempting to get the runner to see things from a macos user's pov, something that is not intuitive for many windows users. to say it differently, imagine the alt keys had yellow sublegends. makes no sense, right? not only because of the inspiration, but because the alpha sublegends are blue. the colors do not align. THAT is my point about the system keys being blue. since there are no system keys in the inspiration set i am confused why people who likely will not buy/use the system keys even care? peace

Those keys are primarily for HHKB users, not MacOS users.

Who would have 1.5 System key in the same place as Mac users, no? So it makes sense for them to be blue?

[andreiborisov]

IMO flipping colors between 1.5 System and 1u Alt makes sense for all layouts and users

[andreiborisov]

The frow can be used as m keys as seen in the Nine_ renders, I don't really think the profile of the keys matters all that much for XT layouts, as they're not constantly used to type. I also feel like there are more people who want a black frow than those who want macro keys, so the black frow has been prioritised in kitting.

As Zenith owner I strongly disagree.

I think it makes sense to include this in IC form. From I can gather from this thread people mostly prefer gray F-row, which would make sense since it’s more striking and original. By converting to M-keys you’d increase sales for both Extension kit and Base kit IMO.

[andreiborisov]

I mean if you personally want a second F-row, that’s absolutely ok. It’s your set and I respect it. I think pretty much everyone in this hobby make things mostly for themselves.

What I’m trying to say is your assumption regarding how many people prefer what, might be incorrect in this case.

[azzipa]

Who would have 1.5 System key in the same place as Mac users, no? So it makes sense for them to be blue?

this. hhkb bottom row is 1u, 1.5u, 7u, 1.5u, 1u. if using a system key for 1.5u then it makes sense to be blue. same with macos and tsangan bottom row. last time i’ll post on this issue: please change 1.5u system to blue and have two 1u yellow alt in extension. there simply is no use case where 1.5u system in yellow makes sense.

[snaiL678]

Please nor de kit 

[ideus]

Is there a target date for the GB yet?

[hottrout]

Please get to GB status with this one.

[normous]

Still hoping for 40s support, especially since the inspiration has quite a few 1u modifier keys.

[genevatypes]

Just pitching in that Alice spacebars should be included w the base kit if you are putting an extra B. 
GLWIC!

[Neely_12]

Just pitching in that Alice spacebars should be included w the base kit if you are putting an extra B. 
GLWIC!

Would add unnecessary cost, since there's an extra color and a uv legend.

[ZoomBoy]

Definitely condensed my "to buy" list in 2022, but this is the only set now. Looking forward to the GB!

[h40]

Super excited for this. Take care to get this right, but please do it quickly.

[andreiborisov]

The frow can be used as m keys as seen in the Nine_ renders, I don't really think the profile of the keys matters all that much for XT layouts, as they're not constantly used to type. I also feel like there are more people who want a black frow than those who want macro keys, so the black frow has been prioritised in kitting.

The thing is, there are many ways to get WoB F-row, and 0 ways to get a proper XT-column in WoB.

Compatibility should be always prioritized IMO.

[Belled]

I'm mclovin it

[roostrc0gburn]

any update on this set? hoping to see this get to GB this year

[hark]

any update on this set? hoping to see this get to GB this year

I want the set to get GB soon as well although I'm not quite sure when that'll happen, in terms of updates:
 - I have confirmed a cable collab.
 - I have received pricing from GMK.
Not quite sure when the best time to run the set will be as GMK lead times have been increasing and sales of GMK sets have been decreasing recently.
As much as I do want to run the set sooner rather than later, I do want the set to actually hit moq and I definitely don't want to change manu.

[Neely_12]

any update on this set? hoping to see this get to GB this year

I want the set to get GB soon as well although I'm not quite sure when that'll happen, in terms of updates:
 - I have confirmed a cable collab.
 - I have received pricing from GMK.
Not quite sure when the best time to run the set will be as GMK lead times have been increasing and sales of GMK sets have been decreasing recently.
As much as I do want to run the set sooner rather than later, I do want the set to actually hit moq and I definitely don't want to change manu.

If you are able to do 250 moq like some of the other sets ran recently, I think it will hit that for sure. I really hope this can happen sooner rather than later.

[roostrc0gburn]

any update on this set? hoping to see this get to GB this year

I want the set to get GB soon as well although I'm not quite sure when that'll happen, in terms of updates:
 - I have confirmed a cable collab.
 - I have received pricing from GMK.
Not quite sure when the best time to run the set will be as GMK lead times have been increasing and sales of GMK sets have been decreasing recently.
As much as I do want to run the set sooner rather than later, I do want the set to actually hit moq and I definitely don't want to change manu.

If you are able to do 250 moq like some of the other sets ran recently, I think it will hit that for sure. I really hope this can happen sooner rather than later.

if you dont mind paying $1k for this set... delivery 2025

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

Moq 250 would put this at 150$ for the base kit at the cheapest? 145? That’s a buncha colors.

[Neely_12]

any update on this set? hoping to see this get to GB this year

I want the set to get GB soon as well although I'm not quite sure when that'll happen, in terms of updates:
 - I have confirmed a cable collab.
 - I have received pricing from GMK.
Not quite sure when the best time to run the set will be as GMK lead times have been increasing and sales of GMK sets have been decreasing recently.
As much as I do want to run the set sooner rather than later, I do want the set to actually hit moq and I definitely don't want to change manu.

If you are able to do 250 moq like some of the other sets ran recently, I think it will hit that for sure. I really hope this can happen sooner rather than later.

if you dont mind paying $1k for this set... delivery 2025

What is the purpose of this comment especially the delivery part. Sounding like people on r/mk. Little exaggerated there

[Hentoys]

Really love this set!

[ideus]

Is this still coming?

[gotgoodiez]

I hope this set has not died, really looking forward to this...

[infinitum]

this looks sick, glwgb!

[DetectiveNio]

Hark plis come back for this dank set

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[MoarCoffeePlzzz]

Think offering a copy of just the alphas would be nice for those that want to pair it with WoB.

[chaos2theory]

@Hark Just wanted to join the others here in saying this looks absolutely sick.  Really hope there is a GB sometime

[HappyB0T]

@Hark Just wanted to join the others here in saying this looks absolutely sick.  Really hope there is a GB sometime

Yeah but then you would be missing the 7-8-9 num pad legends that are not on the alphas. ( I get that the numbers are still there. ) It would look a little wonky & Splitting the MOQ up would drive the cost up further. Vala Supply is running GMK Lilac on Black 69usd for alt alphas and 125usd for base and its two color. This is more complicated. I'd rather pay 135+ for the whole thing than 85+ for just alphas.

The extension kit pairs really well with WOB.

Also - This set has really grown on me. I'll pickup everything.

[just.hymn]

I had a similar design, but this is beautifully executed. Well done
Take my money

[hark]

Hi all!
Sorry for the lack of updates, unfortunately I've had family issues to deal with over the past year and have had not had any time to work on this set.
However, I still love this set and would eventually love to run it. Are you guys still interested in purchasing GMK 1520 if it were eventually to go into group buy?
If so, I would be glad to do the work required to have it run and get the set made.

[DetectiveNio]

Aw sheesh he's back. Let's do ittt

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[StingrayShuffle]

Count me in!

[Elendil-7]

Hi all!
Sorry for the lack of updates, unfortunately I've had family issues to deal with over the past year and have had not had any time to work on this set.
However, I still love this set and would eventually love to run it. Are you guys still interested in purchasing GMK 1520 if it were eventually to go into group buy?
If so, I would be glad to do the work required to have it run and get the set made.

Sorry to hear; I wish you and your family the best!

I'm personally still very much looking forward to this set if you're still willing to get it produced. I have the perfect board for it!

[caap]

yes please consider still running these kits!

here to vocalize my support 

[TheWonderBubble]

Hi all!
Sorry for the lack of updates, unfortunately I've had family issues to deal with over the past year and have had not had any time to work on this set.
However, I still love this set and would eventually love to run it. Are you guys still interested in purchasing GMK 1520 if it were eventually to go into group buy?
If so, I would be glad to do the work required to have it run and get the set made.

You still have my attention

[XiXora]

Still checking regularly!

[Neely_12]

Hell Yes. Still in for all kits

[ankit]

+1

[gotgoodiez]

For sure still in, please run it!

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

Base n extension

[tngpq]

If you need a certain number of replies to feel comfortable, count mine in.

[mcmcmc]

pls give. thanks.

[neverfail]

This is absolutely beautiful, just saying

[roostrc0gburn]

Hi all!
Sorry for the lack of updates, unfortunately I've had family issues to deal with over the past year and have had not had any time to work on this set.
However, I still love this set and would eventually love to run it. Are you guys still interested in purchasing GMK 1520 if it were eventually to go into group buy?
If so, I would be glad to do the work required to have it run and get the set made.

i'm in, but i'm willing to wait until the timing is right - competing with other keyset group buys and gmk pipeline

[BlueTongue]

He’s back


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[zuma]

Count me in too