[IC]Custom Keyboard - the Moon - Album of Prototype Updated

[zzyjayfree]

This looks pretty cool. Will you have a prototype made before production?

It's already made! Will update pics in main thread shortly

What a beauty! I could be down for this if the GB and funds are in alignment.

Awesome fam!

[johnthedong]

I love the slope, just not the TKL layout! If this was made in the HHKB/60-70% layout I'd be flinging so much $ at the screen now! The slope is so gorgeous!

[lvince95]

Looks interesting. Is it made with 6061 aluminum?

[zzyjayfree]

Updated link to album of the moon prototype: http://imgur.com/a/d9dTS

[Dystopia]

Updated link to album of the moon prototype: http://imgur.com/a/d9dTS

**** that's beautiful... The gold looks a bit too orangish imo though, but it may just be me 

[bthezebra]

Loving the green and purple combo!

Sent from the love gun.

[BlackInk]

Updated link to album of the moon prototype: http://imgur.com/a/d9dTS

Is that black and orange or gold? Really nice case and the cut out on the back...
Will the Gb starts by this month?

[Mr_BeastQuake]

Gonna have to get one. I hope there are color options similar to the prototype. Though I may not go beyond getting neutral colors, I appreciate how nice they look.

[oatmicro]

Silver one is dope af, hope my wallet will ready for that.

[[Lewynlight]]

that newest prototype is radical as ****. i need it in my life!

[midnight2903]

Count me in, unless I get broke before this comes.

[Unforgivable]

Updated link to album of the moon prototype: http://imgur.com/a/d9dTS

This looks fantastic however, I noticed a few things.

The Moon brass weight on the back side isn't flush with the case. Is it possible to fix that? (I'm not sure if that's intentional or not).

Is that Orange supposed to be Gold?

Would it be possible to add little indents on the bottom for bump on feet?

I'm totally in, just hope the back brass can at least be flush with the case!

Edit: Also, if we were to get a full gold case, would the top and bottom be the same color? Or is there a chance they may come out as two different shades?

Looks too amazing!

[riotonthebay]

Looks good! I personally prefer the chamfers on the light proto to the fillets on the dark one. 

[breusch91]

Is.. is that an Orange bottom and dark grey top to almost perfectly match SA Carbon? I'm in.


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[Damonskv]

Stupid question: where is the usb hole?  And what about pcb?

[zzyjayfree]

Updated link to album of the moon prototype: http://imgur.com/a/d9dTS

This looks fantastic however, I noticed a few things.

The Moon brass weight on the back side isn't flush with the case. Is it possible to fix that? (I'm not sure if that's intentional or not).

Is that Orange supposed to be Gold?

Would it be possible to add little indents on the bottom for bump on feet?

I'm totally in, just hope the back brass can at least be flush with the case!

Edit: Also, if we were to get a full gold case, would the top and bottom be the same color? Or is there a chance they may come out as two different shades?

Looks too amazing!

You’ve got some excellent points there.
The brass weight on the back is not polished and that is intentional as this is only a prototype.
The color is actually orange and black to match SA Carbon.
Yes, I’ll make sure to mention that indent, it helps a lot when you try to put the rubber feet on..
If anyone were to order same color for top and bottom cases. We will try our best to minimize the color difference. Normally they are not noticeable.
Hope this helps!

Is.. is that an Orange bottom and dark grey top to almost perfectly match SA Carbon? I'm in.
SA Carbon all the way!

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Stupid question: where is the usb hole?  And what about pcb?

No such thing as stupid question, and sharp eyes!
There’s no USB hole on this prototype.. as we were still debating where to put this USB hole.
At this moment we agree to put the USB hole at the bottom right of the back of the keyboard (where the two stripes and the logo are)
Edit: PCB will probably be from the designer of ZZ96

Updated link to album of the moon prototype: http://imgur.com/a/d9dTS

Is that black and orange or gold? Really nice case and the cut out on the back...
Will the Gb starts by this month?

Hopefully in April, latest will be May. As per the schedule for at this moment.

[Robotical]

That green and purple combo is amazing. Makes me wonder what a cyan (replacing the green) purple combination would look like. I am so ready for this buy. Any idea of when we will get a price estimate? Need to start setting aside funds for this thing.

[Vigrith]

Updated link to album of the moon prototype: http://imgur.com/a/d9dTS

[zzyjayfree]

That green and purple combo is amazing. Makes me wonder what a cyan (replacing the green) purple combination would look like. I am so ready for this buy. Any idea of when we will get a price estimate? Need to start setting aside funds for this thing.

If I did my math correctly, the price will fall into $400-425 range plus fee and shipping.

[Unforgivable]

Fantastic! Looking forward to this group buy, and the fixed moon logo brass!

Any chance the PCB used could be the TX87? (if it's the same price).

My reasoning for this is most of the recent customs (Mira, Dolphin, TX87, etc.) are using the same TX87 PCB, so if anything it might be easier to find a replacement PCB in the future.

I can't wait for this group buy! The curves are just fantastic to look at!

[Robotical]

That green and purple combo is amazing. Makes me wonder what a cyan (replacing the green) purple combination would look like. I am so ready for this buy. Any idea of when we will get a price estimate? Need to start setting aside funds for this thing.

If I did my math correctly, the price will fall into $400-425 range plus fee and shipping.

Ouch. But about what I expected. Have you confirmed the color options? I can't read.

[BlackInk]

Another stupid question!

The usb hole cut out will be in the left corner or in the middle? Because i think zeal is making a rgb pcb for tkl but with the usb ports in the middle of the pcb

[neralo]

Yeah the prototypes have made this an "OH MY GOD I NEED THIS NOW" buy for me. I might not even use it, just have it on display. Beautiful thing. Looking forward to the Gh, just need to decide on a colour combo


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[zzyjayfree]

Another stupid question!

The usb hole cut out will be in the left corner or in the middle? Because i think zeal is making a rgb pcb for tkl but with the usb ports in the middle of the pcb

Bottom right on the far end. Image you have the board on your desk and typing on it

[zzyjayfree]

Yeah the prototypes have made this an "OH MY GOD I NEED THIS NOW" buy for me. I might not even use it, just have it on display. Beautiful thing. Looking forward to the Gh, just need to decide on a colour combo


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We are considering to provide probably 10-12 colors so buyers can choose any color for top, bottom cases,  the two stripes as well as the plate (Ie, the white, purple and green prototype). Should be very fun. Thank you for your compliment, please stay tuned for more updates.

[Tally810]

Yeah the prototypes have made this an "OH MY GOD I NEED THIS NOW" buy for me. I might not even use it, just have it on display. Beautiful thing. Looking forward to the Gh, just need to decide on a colour combo


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We are considering to provide probably 10-12 colors so buyers can choose any color for top, bottom cases,  the two stripes as well as the plate (Ie, the white, purple and green prototype). Should be very fun. Thank you for your compliment, please stay tuned for more updates.

That's awesome you guys are offering so many colors.  I always feel so limited when picking colors on boards.  Green is my favorite tho

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[OfTheWild]

Wow this looks stunning! Good job with the design.

[neralo]

Yeah the prototypes have made this an "OH MY GOD I NEED THIS NOW" buy for me. I might not even use it, just have it on display. Beautiful thing. Looking forward to the Gh, just need to decide on a colour combo


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We are considering to provide probably 10-12 colors so buyers can choose any color for top, bottom cases,  the two stripes as well as the plate (Ie, the white, purple and green prototype). Should be very fun. Thank you for your compliment, please stay tuned for more updates.

10-12 colours dear lord, you spoil us.


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[Puddsy]

did you add film grain to those pics of the prototype?

can you take some in a lightbox?

the ano looks not so good, which i don't believe

[Burt Macklin]

If I did my math correctly, the price will fall into $400-425 range plus fee and shipping.

>phew<

The more I look at it, the more I like it (especially that orange/black combo),
but the shipping and custom fees would kill me 

Any chance of EU proxy or something along those lines?

[forevermadrigal]

Wow  I'm barely seeing this. I like this better than the mira. The real question is, should I really spend probably around 500 for the board? 

[oatmicro]

Wow  I'm barely seeing this. I like this better than the mira. The real question is, should I really spend probably around 500 for the board? 

The real question is, How regret if you missed this keyboard.

[zzyjayfree]

Wow  I'm barely seeing this. I like this better than the mira. The real question is, should I really spend probably around 500 for the board? 

I'm not selling Amway here dude. Life is short, if you like something and can also afford it, go for it. As for whether or not you should spend any money on anything, I'll throw the question back to you now.

[zzyjayfree]

did you add film grain to those pics of the prototype?

can you take some in a lightbox?

the ano looks not so good, which i don't believe

Film was used for pics in this album. Ano shouldn't be an issue at all as they were finished at the same factory as Mira and Tank. Meanwhile I'll see if I can get some pics w/o film. 

[zzyjayfree]

If I did my math correctly, the price will fall into $400-425 range plus fee and shipping.

>phew<

The more I look at it, the more I like it (especially that orange/black combo),
but the shipping and custom fees would kill me 

Any chance of EU proxy or something along those lines?

I live in Canada and I feel you right there. The proxy service I use is pretty good (China - CA), I was never taxed (Knocking on wood). In fact I just submitted my order a few days back and they are on my way as we speak.  They use either EMS or DHL depending on what you are shipping (nature and value of items, liquid/branded luxury items tend to go for EMS).
Also I have a friend in Belgium and he uses a different proxy (similar idea just different company) and he seems to be very satisfied with them too.

[joelfong]

That's a really nice design! I like the black/orange version a lot.. But the estimated price might be a bit too steep for me.. >.<

[forevermadrigal]

Wow  I'm barely seeing this. I like this better than the mira. The real question is, should I really spend probably around 500 for the board? 

I'm not selling Amway here dude. Life is short, if you like something and can also afford it, go for it. As for whether or not you should spend any money on anything, I'll throw the question back to you now.

Lol my gf tells me the same thing. Hopefully I can afford when the time comes around cause this board is gorgeous 

[zzyjayfree]

did you add film grain to those pics of the prototype?

can you take some in a lightbox?

the ano looks not so good, which i don't believe

http://imgur.com/a/SSFMC Shots w/o film on. Might still be in process if you see this right away.

[[Lewynlight]]

did you add film grain to those pics of the prototype?

can you take some in a lightbox?

the ano looks not so good, which i don't believe

http://imgur.com/a/SSFMC Shots w/o film on. Might still be in process if you see this right away.

may i request a black-gold version of it?

[Burt Macklin]

I live in Canada and I feel you right there. The proxy service I use is pretty good (China - CA), I was never taxed (Knocking on wood). In fact I just submitted my order a few days back and they are on my way as we speak.  They use either EMS or DHL depending on what you are shipping (nature and value of items, liquid/branded luxury items tend to go for EMS).
Also I have a friend in Belgium and he uses a different proxy (similar idea just different company) and he seems to be very satisfied with them too.

Well, I'm in Croatia, and going by my previous experience .. there's no way whatsoever something like this would go unnoticed and without taxes. Large, heavy package .. customs officer's wet dream 

Anyways, I must've missed it - so where would the keyboard ship from? China?

[zzyjayfree]

Yes, it will be from china

[Burt Macklin]

Cool, thanks 
At least the shipping won't be expensive.

[FactoryDefaults]

Looks sick! I'd be down for that.

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[pixelpusher]

You know, someone said in the most recent LZ tkl thread to STOP MAKING RECTANGLES.  And by golly, you did it!

I think this is the most interesting TKL I've ever seen.  Congrats on the amazing design and I hope the Group Buy starts as soon as my funds become more bountiful!

[Puddsy]

did you add film grain to those pics of the prototype?

can you take some in a lightbox?

the ano looks not so good, which i don't believe

http://imgur.com/a/SSFMC Shots w/o film on. Might still be in process if you see this right away.

**** me that's hot

thanks much for this

i really want to get in for one but i don't know if i'll have the cash when it goes up

[BlackInk]

Hopefully the price range will go down to $350-400

[audiosl4ve]

this is pure art. I would sell my kidney for this one. Really awesome work!

[lecorsair]

Not a TKL fan, but wow. Might have to buy just to admire it.

[Jhors2]

I'd buy one for sure.  The orange and black is amazing or the gold and black are both beautiful.

[neralo]

did you add film grain to those pics of the prototype?

can you take some in a lightbox?

the ano looks not so good, which i don't believe

http://imgur.com/a/SSFMC Shots w/o film on. Might still be in process if you see this right away.

That is unbelievably good looking. Almost too good to be true, at a glance it still looks like a render, took some really close scrutiny before I was convinced it was real. Very excited for this, hope you release the colour options before the GB so that people can make their decisions.

For the GB itself, whats the limit on the number of kits, and have you decided if this is going to FCFS sale?