[IC] CU-75. 75% Layout, 100% Luxury. || New Renders! UPDATE (3) [13 / 10 / 2017]

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

capsunlocked is excited to announce a new, original mechanical keyboard kit to the mechanical keyboard community.

The CU-75, is a 75% mechanical keyboard. The PCB will support both Cherry MX and ALPS switches, and there will be 2 separate plates to accommodate both switches. The CU-75 will support both ISO and ANSI layouts, and will feature underglow RGB lighting and also individual in-switch single colour LEDs. This will be the first 75% to support both Cherry MX and ALPS switches.



LAYOUT:




This keyboard will support a Stepped Caps Lock Key!


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PCB:

FRONT




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BACK




*Please note that this will not be the final appearance of the PCB.


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CASE:

The case features a top and bottom part. There will be the option to order the bottom part in either Acrylic or Aluminium.




The image above shows the weight that will be on this keyboard.












This image features an all black CU-75, with a black plate.


This image features an all black CU-75, with a gold plated plate.


This image features an all black CU-75, with a brass plate.


The bottom and top will be the same shade of back, however in the renders they are slightly different shades to show the two different case parts.


This is the back of the case.

The following renders show the black top case, with the acrylic/nylon bottom case thus allowing the RGB Underglow to shine through.









*More renders of the case will be coming soon.

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FEATURES:

- ISO / ANSI Layout Support
- Software: QMK
- RGB Underglow
- mini-USB Connector
- Aluminium Case
- High Profile Case
- Top Mounted Plate

Price: TBD


OPTIONS:

TOP CASE COLOURS:

- Matte White (Aluminium)
- Polished Black (Aluminium)
- Matte Black (Aluminium)
- Raw Aluminium

BOTTOM CASE COLOURS:

- Acrylic
- Matte Black
- Polished Black (Aluminium)
- Matte White (Aluminium)
- Raw Aluminium

POSITIONING PLATE OPTIONS:

- Raw Aluminium
- Matte White (Aluminium)
- Matte Black (Aluminium)
- Polished Black (Aluminium)
- Brass
- 24Carat Gold Plated (Copper Base)
- Silver Plated (Base TBD)

PCB COLOURS:

- Gloss Black PCB with Gloss White Silkscreen

WEIGHT OPTIONS:

- Brass

*Please note that these options have not been confirmed and may be subject to change. All of the options will be able to be purchased separately.


The case is being designed by: hineybush

The PCB has been designed by: ca178858

They are both a pleasure to work with, and this project would not be possible without either of them.


CHANGE LOG:

UPDATE 1 || 27 / 09 / 2017

- Created the post.

UPDATE 2 || 29 / 09 / 2017

- Added Stepped Caps Lock Information
- Corrected PCB Option Information
- Added Weight Information under Case Render 1, and added weight options.
- Software information updated.

UPDATE 3 || 13 / 10 / 2017

Here is a list of all the planned changes:

- The weight/insert on the front of the case is going to be removed. I am looking to replace this with a design on the underside of the case in either the form of a brass weight, or an engraving into the actual surface of the case.

I am in the process of selecting which renders will be added to this post, and the most recent ones feature the branding on the front. Please ignore this.


- This kit will feature south facing LEDs.
- This kit will support a split space bar. The render of the PCB at the top of this page is currently incorrect.
- The colour options will most likely be as follows: Matte Black Aluminium, Polished Black Aluminium, and Raw Aluminium for those who want to colour their case on their own.
- Unfortunately there will most likely be one option for the PCB (Black with White Silkscreen).
- Each kit will come with a sleeve, cable and cleaning cloth included.

[Lepidus]

TOP CASE COLOURS:

- Matte White (Aluminium)

Anodized? Is that possible?

Really like the case design, btw.

[Buggot]

This looks fantastic! Love the case design and also how it's compatible to both ISO and ANSI

[OmegaSupreme]

TOP CASE COLOURS:

- Matte White (Aluminium)

Anodized? Is that possible?

Really like the case design, btw.

I am curious to see how this is achieved as well. 

Would love a white board.

[giHefca]

Matte white is beautiful

[gok_nz]

I was actually looking to get somebody to produce something like this but in 65% format: https://ae01.alicdn.com/kf/UTB8aR7skE_4iuJk43Fqq6z.FpXaY.jpg
The difference is that I was going for an underglow design but if you will be going ahead with the CU-75, I might back out.

[tireddoctor]

Looking good. Can never have enough of 75%.

[klove4252]

I really really like that Matte White

[Lepidus]

I just noticed switches are mounted upside down on the PCB. Is this really necessary? Cant you just do the backlight with regular mounted switches, like varmillo does, for example? Upside down switches just dont feel the same.

[Petch]

Glad you'vs swapped to a top mounted plate instead of tray mount

How is the white aluminium going to be achieved? I'm under the impression PEO gives the best results, but have no idea on cost/availability of it

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

I really really like that Matte White

Glad you'vs swapped to a top mounted plate instead of tray mount

How is the white aluminium going to be achieved? I'm under the impression PEO gives the best results, but have no idea on cost/availability of it

TOP CASE COLOURS:

- Matte White (Aluminium)

Anodized? Is that possible?

Really like the case design, btw.

I am curious to see how this is achieved as well. 

Would love a white board.

Once the case design has been completed I will be contacting companies that can use the PEO process. If white is too expensive or is not possible, then another colour will be considered. What other colours would you like to see?

[pomk]

From the title I thought this would have been a full copper keyboard. Oh well...  )

[Vigrith]

Once the case design has been completed I will be contacting companies that can use the PEO process. If white is too expensive or is not possible, then another colour will be considered. What other colours would you like to see?

I really want white but if it's not possible then I'd like to see bubblegum pink akin to how the Exent turned out - http://i.imgur.com/1wZfcFO.jpg

[Puddsy]

it's a thicc m65a

meh

[klove4252]

it's a thicc m65a

meh

It looks very similar to the M65a, but I like how the case is a bit more curved in the renders. Plus, I would love that Matte White.

[Puddsy]

it's a thicc m65a

meh

It looks very similar to the M65a, but I like how the case is a bit more curved in the renders. Plus, I would love that Matte White.

microarc finishes are REALLY fragile and bad

if it were offered in cerakote i could see some merit tho

[bluesclera]

How about just leaving it uncoated? raw aluminum.

[t8c]

Stepped caps lock ? 
Hoping for a matching numpad in the future as well!

[MNICI]

I'm very much interested in this. If it gets a matching numpad in the future I'm definitely in!

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

How about just leaving it uncoated? raw aluminum.

I might add raw Aluminium as an option, especially if white is not available.

Stepped caps lock ? 
Hoping for a matching numpad in the future as well!

I'm very much interested in this. If it gets a matching numpad in the future I'm definitely in!

This keyboard will support stepped caps lock!

If this keyboard is well received within the community, I will definitely consider a numpad and other layouts!

Once the case design has been completed I will be contacting companies that can use the PEO process. If white is too expensive or is not possible, then another colour will be considered. What other colours would you like to see?

I really want white but if it's not possible then I'd like to see bubblegum pink akin to how the Exent turned out - http://i.imgur.com/1wZfcFO.jpg

If white is not available, I may add raw Aluminium instead, or I might create a poll and let the community decide!

[DALExSNAIL]

100% Luxury

Can we get an explanation on what exactly makes this %100 luxurious? Is that more luxurious than other offerings out right now? On paper it seems like it would be very similar to other customs already in circulation.

- 24Carat Gold Plated (Copper Base)
- Silver Plated (Base TBD)

Maybe this part? But I'd hardly think this would constitute a huge claim of luxury.

This keyboard will support a Stepped Caps Lock Key!

I think this is an assumption for pretty much any custom board these days, if it didn't support stepped caps it just wouldn't make sense.

The image above shows the weight that will be on this keyboard.

Is that a weight or an insert? Does it extend into the board more past the lettering? If not then i doubt it would qualify as a weight.

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The image above shows the weight that will be on this keyboard.

Is that a weight or an insert? Does it extend into the board more past the lettering? If not then i doubt it would qualify as a weight.


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The lettering will be on a plate that will be on the inside of the case. Admittedly this is purposely not a large weight.

[Murrellz]

Would be nice to get some renders of the bottom of the case. Personally I would like a more traditional weight design like the TGR-910 or M65A.

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Would the community be interested be in the following PCB Options:

Gloss Black PCB with Gloss White Silk Screen
Gloss White PCB with Gloss Black Silk Screen

Instead of:

Matte Black PCB with Matte Black Silk Screen
Matte White PCB with Matte White Silk Screen

[gok_nz]

Personally, I'd prefer matte over gloss. If the matte black ends up like apple's version, I'd be very happy.

[DALExSNAIL]

The image above shows the weight that will be on this keyboard.

Is that a weight or an insert? Does it extend into the board more past the lettering? If not then i doubt it would qualify as a weight.

The lettering will be on a plate that will be on the inside of the case. Admittedly this is purposely not a large weight.

Not gonna address the other points then?

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Personally, I'd prefer matte over gloss. If the matte black ends up like apple's version, I'd be very happy.

Are you referring to the case colour? The black will be matte. 

[iliptikal]

looks promising, sub'd for future updates

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

looks promising, sub'd for future updates

Thank you! I am glad you like the design!

[bluesclera]

have you finalized the design of the bottom of the case?

[DALExSNAIL]

100% Luxury

Can we get an explanation on what exactly makes this %100 luxurious? Is that more luxurious than other offerings out right now? On paper it seems like it would be very similar to other customs already in circulation.

- 24Carat Gold Plated (Copper Base)
- Silver Plated (Base TBD)

Maybe this part? But I'd hardly think this would constitute a huge claim of luxury.

This keyboard will support a Stepped Caps Lock Key!

I think this is an assumption for pretty much any custom board these days, if it didn't support stepped caps it just wouldn't make sense.

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

100% Luxury

Can we get an explanation on what exactly makes this %100 luxurious? Is that more luxurious than other offerings out right now? On paper it seems like it would be very similar to other customs already in circulation.

- 24Carat Gold Plated (Copper Base)
- Silver Plated (Base TBD)

Maybe this part? But I'd hardly think this would constitute a huge claim of luxury.

This keyboard will support a Stepped Caps Lock Key!

I think this is an assumption for pretty much any custom board these days, if it didn't support stepped caps it just wouldn't make sense.

Several users has questioned the “luxury” aspect of the kit, suggesting that it hardly differs from the quality of current custom kits and that there is nothing that deems this product as luxury.

The CU-75 is being marketed as a luxury product because capsunlocked believe it will be a luxury product. capsunlocked is in early promising talks with manufacturers from within the United Kingdom and United States to get them to produce the components of this kit. Although this may impact the price of the individual components, capsunlocked feels supporting local manufacturers is important and will lead to a higher quality product being produced. 

The materials and finishes chosen also qualify the CU-75 to be a luxury product. No other kit designer considers offering gold or silver plated positioning plates. Custom kits are expensive, and capsunlocked believes that all components should be aesthetically pleasing, which is why capsunlocked will be offering customers the chance to purchase a PCB that matches their keyboard.

The packaging is also important to capsunlocked and will be developed and designed to meet the high standards.

capsunlocked does not see this as another keyboard kit, but aims for this to be an experience from the moment you unbox it.

This, and all future original products produced by capsunlocked will be luxury and this has already been proven as capsunlocked is the only retailer to offer 22Carat Solid Gold Keycaps (https://instagram.com/p/BSbx2BPlP4p/).

Thank you for reading.

If you have any feedback or questions, please don’t hesitate to leave a comment or contact capsunlocked directly.

capsunlocked is excited to share this project with the community.


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[Lepidus]

- 24Carat Gold Plated (Copper Base)
- Silver Plated (Base TBD)

Maybe this part? But I'd hardly think this would constitute a huge claim of luxury.

Oh, here comes the Luxury Inspector. Please adjust title to 96.85% luxury only.

[bluesclera]

My only criticism is your lack of color options.
At the very least you should offer silver.

oh, maybe just me but i couldnt care less about the packaging....its going straight into the recycle bin.

[DALExSNAIL]

Maybe this part? But I'd hardly think this would constitute a huge claim of luxury.

Oh, here comes the Luxury Inspector. Please adjust title to 96.85% luxury only.

Tbh, eat a **** my guy.

Several users has questioned the “luxury” aspect of the kit, suggesting that it hardly differs from the quality of current custom kits and that there is nothing that deems this product as luxury.

The CU-75 is being marketed as a luxury product because capsunlocked believe it will be a luxury product.

No other kit designer considers offering gold or silver plated positioning plates. Custom kits are expensive, and capsunlocked believes that all components should be aesthetically pleasing, which is why capsunlocked will be offering customers the chance to purchase a PCB that matches their keyboard.

The packaging is also important to capsunlocked and will be developed and designed to meet the high standards.

capsunlocked does not see this as another keyboard kit, but aims for this to be an experience from the moment you unbox it.

This, and all future original products produced by capsunlocked will be luxury and this has already been proven as capsunlocked is the only retailer to offer 22Carat Solid Gold Keycaps (https://instagram.com/p/BSbx2BPlP4p/).

Materials used are listed as Aluminum for the most part which is the most used material for customs, but I dont blame you for sticking with it. Is it a specific aluminum that is stronger? Maybe some other redeeming quality which will make it more appealing than other customs?

Extremely limited color options makes this kind of lack luster as well. Maybe offer something like Hard ano, or even just a wide array of coloring options.

Choosing between a black or white pcb, with glossy or matte options hardly seems like a truly luxurious option. Why not expand on the PCB design with something that separates you guys from the pack? Split space, USB-C, uncommon colors (gold, silver, clear, copper), etc.

Packaging is not grounds for a claim of luxuriousness. I do not plan on typing on the packaging. Unless of course, this is like a wooden, leather lined, bulky CASE. Or maybe a form fitted carrying case that i could travel with this board in.

And no offense, but that gold cap looks extremely rough.

Like i said in the original question, the only thing currently setting you truly apart from the pack would be the gold/silver plated plates. If those work out, then more power to you, but until you guys prove otherwise, this is still just another 75% that blends in with the rest.

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My only criticism is your lack of color options.
At the very least you should offer silver.

oh, maybe just me but i couldnt care less about the packaging....its going straight into the recycle bin.

There will be more renders coming soon. I am open to adding more colours, thank you for the feedback!

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Maybe this part? But I'd hardly think this would constitute a huge claim of luxury.

Oh, here comes the Luxury Inspector. Please adjust title to 96.85% luxury only.

Tbh, eat a **** my guy.

Several users has questioned the “luxury” aspect of the kit, suggesting that it hardly differs from the quality of current custom kits and that there is nothing that deems this product as luxury.

The CU-75 is being marketed as a luxury product because capsunlocked believe it will be a luxury product.

No other kit designer considers offering gold or silver plated positioning plates. Custom kits are expensive, and capsunlocked believes that all components should be aesthetically pleasing, which is why capsunlocked will be offering customers the chance to purchase a PCB that matches their keyboard.

The packaging is also important to capsunlocked and will be developed and designed to meet the high standards.

capsunlocked does not see this as another keyboard kit, but aims for this to be an experience from the moment you unbox it.

This, and all future original products produced by capsunlocked will be luxury and this has already been proven as capsunlocked is the only retailer to offer 22Carat Solid Gold Keycaps (https://instagram.com/p/BSbx2BPlP4p/).

Materials used are listed as Aluminum for the most part which is the most used material for customs, but I dont blame you for sticking with it. Is it a specific aluminum that is stronger? Maybe some other redeeming quality which will make it more appealing than other customs?

Extremely limited color options makes this kind of lack luster as well. Maybe offer something like Hard ano, or even just a wide array of coloring options.

Choosing between a black or white pcb, with glossy or matte options hardly seems like a truly luxurious option. Why not expand on the PCB design with something that separates you guys from the pack? Split space, USB-C, uncommon colors (gold, silver, clear, copper), etc.

Packaging is not grounds for a claim of luxuriousness. I do not plan on typing on the packaging. Unless of course, this is like a wooden, leather lined, bulky CASE. Or maybe a form fitted carrying case that i could travel with this board in.

And no offense, but that gold cap looks extremely rough.

Like i said in the original question, the only thing currently setting you truly apart from the pack would be the gold/silver plated plates. If those work out, then more power to you, but until you guys prove otherwise, this is still just another 75% that blends in with the rest.

Thank you for the feedback, I really appreciate it. Hopefully once images of prototypes/samples emerge, potential customers will be able to see the quality of this kit.

I am open to adding more colours, which other colours would you like to see?

[Marutks]

Renders look fantastic but 75% is not for me.   Why not 65%?

[wholypantalones]

Why not 65%?

Because 75% is 10% more luxurious?

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Renders look fantastic but 75% is not for me.   Why not 65%?

Unfortunately, I don't currently use a 65%. However if this is successful I will definitely expand this case design to cover different layouts.

[bluesclera]

How about a split space bar & TypeC interface?

[merintil]

There are many IC/GB 75% keyboards, but this one has really piqued my interest. I really like the curvature of the bezels.

Between this keyboard, the xeno 75%, and LZ-CLSm, I'll have to do some thinking... (as well as stopping myself from murdering my bank account)

[clasicks]

The PCB shows north facing LEDs and the Renders show South facing LEDS - is this part of the Luxury Experience?

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

There are many IC/GB 75% keyboards, but this one has really piqued my interest. I really like the curvature of the bezels.

Between this keyboard, the xeno 75%, and LZ-CLSm, I'll have to do some thinking... (as well as stopping myself from murdering my bank account)

Thank you for the feedback, I am glad you like the design!

The PCB shows north facing LEDs and the Renders show South facing LEDS - is this part of the Luxury Experience?

This is a mistake and is already being addressed. There will be new renders coming soon.

[t8c]

How about a split space bar & TypeC interface?

3u + 3u would rock!

[MNICI]

How about a split space bar & TypeC interface?

3u + 3u would rock!

That's retarded. You won't be able to find replacement caps.
1.25 + 2.25 + 2.75 is the best way to go for split.

[t8c]

How about a split space bar & TypeC interface?

3u + 3u would rock!

That's retarded. You won't be able to find replacement caps.
1.25 + 2.25 + 2.75 is the best way to go for split.

You wont be able to? Really? 3u is available for DSA, SA, XDA and cherry profile. Its even standard for filco minila. Did you know?

[MNICI]

How about a split space bar & TypeC interface?

3u + 3u would rock!

That's retarded. You won't be able to find replacement caps.
1.25 + 2.25 + 2.75 is the best way to go for split.

You wont be able to? Really? 3u is available for DSA, SA, XDA and cherry profile. Its even standard for filco minila. Did you know?

DSA, SA and XDA are for plebs. Please show me a single GMK or EnjoyPBT set with 3u cap 

[t8c]

How about a split space bar & TypeC interface?

3u + 3u would rock!

That's retarded. You won't be able to find replacement caps.
1.25 + 2.25 + 2.75 is the best way to go for split.

You wont be able to? Really? 3u is available for DSA, SA, XDA and cherry profile. Its even standard for filco minila. Did you know?

DSA, SA and XDA are for plebs. Please show me a single GMK or EnjoyPBT set with 3u cap 

The way you address me is wrong. Work on your humility and tone towards strangers, it looks bad.

https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/products/pre-order-enjoypbt-arabic-duy-sub-keycaps
https://m.zfrontier.com/m/1804
https://originative.co/products/pbt-valentine?variant=17866564357

And before you ask about 3u stabilizers, yeah they are widely available from suppliers http://ca.mouser.com/Search/m_ProductDetail.aspx?CHERRY%2f0G990743%2f&qs=sGAEpiMZZMsaqnnEkh1zaR6b6%2fY%252bBATZK8wnGconX80%3d

[stoic-lemon]

There aren't that many sets run as group buys here that offer a 3U space though, are there?

[t8c]

There aren't that many sets run as group buys here that offer a 3U space though, are there?

SA R4, R5, R6. Granite. Oblivion. MC rebirth.

[MNICI]

I stand corrected. However, getting them is still quite a PITA.
On the other hand, most GMK sets provide 2.25u + 1.75u for Shifts and 2.25u + 2.75u for split spacebars, which I find to be a more reasonable and widely available option.

[pixelpusher]

It appears the plate sits lower than the m65-a, which is a good thing IMO. Any renders with keycaps planned soon?

[t8c]

I stand corrected. However, getting them is still quite a PITA.
On the other hand, most GMK sets provide 2.25u + 1.75u for Shifts and 2.25u + 2.75u for split spacebars, which I find to be a more reasonable and widely available option.

I sm for including both if possible.

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It appears the plate sits lower than the m65-a, which is a good thing IMO. Any renders with keycaps planned soon?

There will be renders of the individual parts coming soon. Renders with keycaps will most likely be created after that. Thank you for the support!

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Unfortunately matte black and matte white PCBs will not be available, they will be replace with gloss black and gloss white.

[pitfermi]

When will these be available, approx?

[bluesclera]

Is it a definite NO on the split space bar? Seems to be a lot of interest.

[DALExSNAIL]

Is it a definite NO on the split space bar? Seems to be a lot of interest.

There probably will not be imho, this guy only really likes to respond to people with easy questions, or questions he can say yes to.

But there's gonna be STEPPED CAPS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Is it a definite NO on the split space bar? Seems to be a lot of interest.

Unless there is more interest, there won’t be support for a split space bar.





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Is it a definite NO on the split space bar? Seems to be a lot of interest.

There probably will not be imho, this guy only really likes to respond to people with easy questions, or questions he can say yes to.

But there's gonna be STEPPED CAPS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I believe that I have responded to all questions asked. Apologies if there has been a longer delay for some.

The reason I added information regarding the stepped caps is because it wasn’t clear for another user.




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[fishpod]

not a 75% fan but damn, this is hot

I am really thinking of buying one

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not a 75% fan but damn, this is hot

I am really thinking of buying one

Thank you! I am glad you like the keyboard.

Hopefully there will be more information about the pricing and launch date soon.


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[bluesclera]

Is it a definite NO on the split space bar? Seems to be a lot of interest.

Unless there is more interest, there won’t be support for a split space bar.





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How much more interest do you need? Most people responding to this thread have requested it. Dispute even broke out about the preferred layout.

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Is it a definite NO on the split space bar? Seems to be a lot of interest.

Unless there is more interest, there won’t be support for a split space bar.





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How much more interest do you need? Most people responding to this thread have requested it. Dispute even broke out about the preferred layout.

Which layout would you prefer, 3u+3u or 2.25u+2.75u?

From the discussion it seems that 2.25u+2.75u is preferred.


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[bluesclera]

Is it a definite NO on the split space bar? Seems to be a lot of interest.

Unless there is more interest, there won’t be support for a split space bar.





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How much more interest do you need? Most people responding to this thread have requested it. Dispute even broke out about the preferred layout.

Which layout would you prefer, 3u+3u or 2.25u+2.75u?

From the discussion it seems that 2.25u+2.75u is preferred.


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3u+3u gets my vote, but i'm fine with either. PLEASE make it happen. Dont think people here care about price.

[Lepidus]

The PCB shows north facing LEDs and the Renders show South facing LEDS - is this part of the Luxury Experience?

This is a mistake and is already being addressed. There will be new renders coming soon.

Please, don't fix the renders, fix the PCB. 

[wholypantalones]

Hopefully the case won't actually have the letters on the front?

[Muiju]

Interested. Would like to know the durability of the coating

[ye_cole]

Hey! I had a couple questions about luxury.

How do you verify that the keyboard is actually 100% luxury? What will we do if our keyboard has a lower percent of luxury than promised? Are we entitled to refunds in that scenario?

Sorry, just wanted to make sure I'd be getting my money's worth.

Thank you!

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Hey! I had a couple questions about luxury.

How do you verify that the keyboard is actually 100% luxury? What will we do if our keyboard has a lower percent of luxury than promised? Are we entitled to refunds in that scenario?

Sorry, just wanted to make sure I'd be getting my money's worth.

Thank you!

Hey!

The group buy will only start once I believe that all of the parts will be produced with the highest quality. All orders will be inspected before they are shipped, and as this is a custom product there won't be any refunds issued once the keyboard has been shipped. If you experience any issues within 2 weeks of receiving your order, then replacement parts will be issued.

Interested. Would like to know the durability of the coating

The Aluminium will be anodised, the same as any custom keyboard. I can't comment on the durability of the white keyboard, as the method of how that colour will be applied is currently still being investigated. All orders will be checked before they are shipped.

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Hopefully the case won't actually have the letters on the front?

That is the weight, which will be inserted through the front of the case via the back of the front side.

The PCB shows north facing LEDs and the Renders show South facing LEDS - is this part of the Luxury Experience?

This is a mistake and is already being addressed. There will be new renders coming soon.

Please, don't fix the renders, fix the PCB.  ;D

Do you not like North facing LEDS?

Is it a definite NO on the split space bar? Seems to be a lot of interest.

Unless there is more interest, there won’t be support for a split space bar.





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How much more interest do you need? Most people responding to this thread have requested it. Dispute even broke out about the preferred layout.

Which layout would you prefer, 3u+3u or 2.25u+2.75u?

From the discussion it seems that 2.25u+2.75u is preferred.


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3u+3u gets my vote, but i'm fine with either. PLEASE make it happen. Dont think people here care about price.

I have taken on your feedback, and I will try to include support for a split spacebar. :)

 

[pomk]

Do you not like North facing LEDS?

North facing switches have a clearance issue with GMK and ePBT caps. The caps will hit the side of the switch before the switch bottoms out. For 100% luxury, I think that GMK support should be mandatory.

ps. How much does the brass inlay 'weight' in the front of the case protrude into the case? I wonder how much weight it adds to the case.

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Do you not like North facing LEDS?

North facing switches have a clearance issue with GMK and ePBT caps. The caps will hit the side of the switch before the switch bottoms out. For 100% luxury, I think that GMK support should be mandatory.

ps. How much does the brass inlay 'weight' in the front of the case protrude into the case? I wonder how much weight it adds to the case.

Thank you for informing me of this issue. I will investigate this further, and if any modifications to the PCB are required, they will be carried out.

It doesn’t protrude to far into the case, as there isn’t much room on the inside due to the plate and PCB. I believe the weight of the Brass weight was estimated to be around 40g, in the rendering software.


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[ye_cole]

For 100% luxury, I think that GMK support should be mandatory.

Actually, I think all profile support should be mandatory for 100% luxury. If I want to make my own custom luxurious high profile caps (similar to matt3os), and the board did not support my own keycaps, I don't think it would be luxurious.

[DALExSNAIL]

It doesn’t protrude to far into the case, as there isn’t much room on the inside due to the plate and PCB. I believe the weight of the Brass weight was estimated to be around 40g, in the rendering software.

At 40g, aka 0.08lbs I would consider calling this an insert. While it technically adds weight, it wont do much to weigh down the board.

[wholypantalones]

If the letters are part of the case in the front, I'ma pass.

[giHefca]

Each time I see white matte case, something moves in my pants

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Hey Everyone!

After all of the feedback, some changes are being made.

Here is a list of all the planned changes:

- The weight/insert on the front of the case is going to be removed. I am looking to replace this with a design on the underside of the case in either the form of a brass weight, or an engraving into the actual surface of the case.

I am in the process of selecting which renders will be added to this post, and the most recent ones feature the branding on the front. Please ignore this.


- This kit will feature south facing LEDs.
- This kit will support a split space bar. The render of the PCB at the top of this page is currently incorrect.
- The colour options will most likely be as follows: Matte Black Aluminium, Polished Black Aluminium, and Raw Aluminium for those who want to colour their case on their own.
- Unfortunately there will most likely be one option for the PCB (Black with White Silkscreen).
- Each kit will come with a sleeve, cable and cleaning cloth included.

If you have any further questions, feel free to ask.


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[DALExSNAIL]

- The colour options will most likely be as follows: Matte Black Aluminium, Polished Black Aluminium, and Raw Aluminium for those who want to colour their case on their own.

Black, Shiny black, and Unfinished?

- Unfortunately there will most likely be one option for the PCB (Black with White Silkscreen).

sigh

- Each kit will come with a sleeve, cable and cleaning cloth included.

I do like this bit though, if you can follow through on this I'm sure it will be appreciated. Maybe even a custom CU embroidery on the sleeve?


Are you trying to limit the colors in this one to be all black? Is that the luxury aspect? Less options?

I understand you have unfinished as an option for people to get this anodized on their own, or if they like raw aluminum, but most people don't have the resources to get this re-ano'd. If you choose the Raw option will the price be reduced to account for the fact that they will need to ano this themselves? Will it ship sooner since they will not have to be sent off for ano?

[song4190]

Wait, where's the matte white color then?

[DALExSNAIL]

Wait, where's the matte white color then?

Some other GB

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Wait, where's the matte white color then?

It has not been removed entirely. If the quality/price is suitable, then it will be included. Those options are just the confirmed options.


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[CAPS UNLOCKED]

- The colour options will most likely be as follows: Matte Black Aluminium, Polished Black Aluminium, and Raw Aluminium for those who want to colour their case on their own.

Black, Shiny black, and Unfinished?

- Unfortunately there will most likely be one option for the PCB (Black with White Silkscreen).

sigh

- Each kit will come with a sleeve, cable and cleaning cloth included.

I do like this bit though, if you can follow through on this I'm sure it will be appreciated. Maybe even a custom CU embroidery on the sleeve?


Are you trying to limit the colors in this one to be all black? Is that the luxury aspect? Less options?

I understand you have unfinished as an option for people to get this anodized on their own, or if they like raw aluminum, but most people don't have the resources to get this re-ano'd. If you choose the Raw option will the price be reduced to account for the fact that they will need to ano this themselves? Will it ship sooner since they will not have to be sent off for ano?

The only way to offer a complete package is to restrict the colour options. Each new colour added means that a new option for the cable/sleeve/PCB has to be created.

The raw aluminium version will be slightly cheaper than the coloured versions however at this time I can’t comment on exact pricing or lead times.

Regarding the embroidery on the sleeve; a design is be created that will hopefully be applied to the packaging, the back of the keyboard, sleeve and everywhere else that it would be appropriate to add the design to.

I have a sample of the cable, it is very nice and I will have more images/information on all of the accessories soon.




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[bluesclera]

Look forward to the new renders . 

[DALExSNAIL]

The only way to offer a complete package is to restrict the colour options. Each new colour added means that a new option for the cable/sleeve/PCB has to be created.

Why would all of them hve to be the same Color? Lots of people like contrasting colors to black, and offering up the option to change the case color, but keep the other options the same color seems like an easy way to make this more appealing to a lot of people.

The raw aluminium version will be slightly cheaper than the coloured versions

Good to hear.


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[pixelpusher]

Do people use local shops for cerakote or is there an online place that’s good?

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Look forward to the new renders . 

I have just added new renders!

The only way to offer a complete package is to restrict the colour options. Each new colour added means that a new option for the cable/sleeve/PCB has to be created.

Why would all of them hve to be the same Color? Lots of people like contrasting colors to black, and offering up the option to change the case color, but keep the other options the same color seems like an easy way to make this more appealing to a lot of people.

The raw aluminium version will be slightly cheaper than the coloured versions

Good to hear.


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I understand your point, and I appreciate your feedback. The colours are not decided yet, and if anything changes then I will certainly update everyone.

[DALExSNAIL]

TBH gonna just unfollow so i dont get myself in trouble.

Good luck with your IC and possible GB, and I mean that.

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

TBH gonna just unfollow so i dont get myself in trouble.

What do you mean?

[Muiju]

I really hope matte/polished white is an option.

[Murrellz]

Really digging those new renders! Shame this isn't getting more attention, looks amazing!

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Really digging those new renders! Shame this isn't getting more attention, looks amazing!

Thank you for the feedback! I am glad you like the new renders!

I really hope matte/polished white is an option.

I will have more information in the near future regarding the white option. It has not been ruled out at the moment.

[song4190]

Just really want to see the samples

[Denisgsv]

maybe i missed it, but is there somewhere a price range, or a an idea of the cost ?

[ye_cole]

maybe i missed it, but is there somewhere a price range, or a an idea of the cost ?

I haven't seen the price anywhere, but you can expect it's going to be pretty high. After all, it has 100% luxury and doesn't really compromise on that front; as opposed to other boards, who use compromise to achieve varying degrees of luxury.

So, no matter what it will be priced, it doesn't matter, as you know you'll be getting that luxury.

[bluesclera]

So much disdain...just cause he titled it 100% Luxury?

[Captainbuttmonkey]

So much disdain...just cause he titled it 100% Luxury?

Yeh I don't really get why people are being so snooty either =S

[m1kehonch0]

Reserved


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[OmegaSupreme]

So much disdain...just cause he titled it 100% Luxury?

Yeh I don't really get why people are being so snooty either =S

It makes no sense either. If you don’t like it just move on rather than repeatedly commenting here.

Some people just want to complain about something I guess.

[PhantomTaco]

Depending on pricing, I'm likely in for 2, these look absolutely GORGEOUS 

[bbmathlvr]

Wow! This board looks great. Count me as very interested 

[lewis.ridden]

very interested in this, any chance of an ETA for when orders open?

[iliptikal]

very interested in this, any chance of an ETA for when orders open?

Not OP here, but there hasn't even been a prototype of the board yet let alone opening orders to us.  I'm sure we'll get updates as they're available.

[ctrl]

Beautiful case! Will there be an update KLE-layout including the new changes, i.e. split spacebar?

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Depending on pricing, I'm likely in for 2, these look absolutely GORGEOUS 

I can't confirm a price at the moment, however as soon as it is available I will let you know! Thank you for the compliment!

Wow! This board looks great. Count me as very interested 

Thank you for showing interest in this set!

very interested in this, any chance of an ETA for when orders open?

No ETA at the moment, but hopefully it will be before Christmas. Thank you for expressing your interest in this set.

Beautiful case! Will there be an update KLE-layout including the new changes, i.e. split spacebar?

Yes!

I am working to add the new layout as soon as possible. Thank your for the compliment.

[ctrl]

Beautiful case! Will there be an update KLE-layout including the new changes, i.e. split spacebar?

Yes!

I am working to add the new layout as soon as possible. Thank your for the compliment.

Looking forward to it!

[jnav]

This is looking fantastic. I'm way, way in on a 75% Alps board.

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

For the split spacebar, which of the following configurations would be preferred?

 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1,5/1,5 or 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1/1/1

[PhantomTaco]

For the split spacebar, which of the following configurations would be preferred?

 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1,5/1,5 or 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1/1/1

could you edit that to clean it up a bit? Having a hard time figuring it out with some decimals missing and some commas missing, very confused

[energyd]

Wish u can add the deep navy blue as a color option since that go well with a lot of keyset (Yuri, Nautilus, Royal Navy, and so on)...

[elfick]

For the split spacebar, which of the following configurations would be preferred?

 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1,5/1,5 or 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1/1/1

I'll throw this out just for laughs, cause I doubt it would be done, but I'm planning on doing it on a custom 6 x 16 board for myself...
This is just the spacing to replace the spacebar:
1.25 - 1.25 - 1.5 - 1.5 - 1.25

so the full row would be
1.25 - 1.25 - 1.25 - 1.25 - 1.25 - 1.5 - 1.5 - 1.25  1.25 - 1.25 - 1.25 - 1 - 1 -1

Chosen because they are all widely available bottom row caps.

My home hand position is going to be shifted one key to the right so it may make more sense to do:
1.25 - 1.5 - 1.5 - 1.25 - 1.25
for most people, but you get the drift.

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

For the split spacebar, which of the following configurations would be preferred?

 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1,5/1,5 or 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1/1/1

Here are the layouts:



Which is preferred?

[bearz42]

Wow, I'm so into this C:

[pomk]

For the split spacebar, which of the following configurations would be preferred?

 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1,5/1,5 or 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1/1/1

Here are the layouts:

(Attachment Link)

Which is preferred?

why not both, or will the plate be too flimsy if all options are exposed?

[Calza]

Count me in!

[bluesclera]

Still no renders?

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

For the split spacebar, which of the following configurations would be preferred?

 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1,5/1,5 or 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1/1/1

Here are the layouts:

(Attachment Link)

Which is preferred?

why not both, or will the plate be too flimsy if all options are exposed?

Both should be fine.

Here is what the new layout will look like:

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Wow, I'm so into this C:

Count me in!

This is great to hear, thank you for the interest and support!

Still no renders?

There are more renders coming in the future, the weight is currently being designed.

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

For the split spacebar, which of the following configurations would be preferred?

 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1,5/1,5 or 1.25/1,25/1,25/2,75/1,25/2,25/1/1/1

Here are the layouts:

(Attachment Link)

Which is preferred?

why not both, or will the plate be too flimsy if all options are exposed?

Both should be fine.

Here is what the new layout will look like:

(Attachment Link)

Ignore the two white 1u keys on the left, they were accidentally left there. 

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

I am considering not adding a weight to this keyboard. What is the community's opinion on this?

[anthonyooiszewen]

I am considering not adding a weight to this keyboard. What is the community's opinion on this?

Weights are overrated as hell. Go with what's best for the design you guys have in mind.

[amnesia0287]

I am considering not adding a weight to this keyboard. What is the community's opinion on this?

Do you have a guesstimate of what it would weigh?

How much does it effect the pricing?

I like heavy things, but I'd probably be okay without a weight personally. Klippe has shown me that you don't need a weight to be plenty heavy .

TBH I think the weight would be more important for the plastic bottom, since you are losing a lot of metal there. With all aluminum it doesn't REALLY matter a whole lot.

It would also really depend on price. A $200 board with no weight is not big thing, a $400 board with no weight is harder to swallow.

[tuxkey]

Nice board, my compliments to the cheff's
Trying to find a reason not to want one is hard hahaha REAL hard 

Only thing i would want to see on this and more boards i usb-c not that i have anything that works with it.
But having a usb-c connector means longer lifespan / durability.. but guess if you can solder your own board finding a replacement mini-usb port to re-solder itn't much of an issue...
This would be a great project for me to dip my toes in to the higher-end market of building your own.
Yah i'm a noob when it comes to building your own never did..Considering my FC660C cost me $250 adding a controller sum accent key-caps the price shot up to €300 with customs crap.. But going in to custom keyboard parts as far as customs is concerned these are all replacement parts under warranty  hahha

[foxlive]

Love the look of this, with rgb underglow it look pretty neat

[avid]

Case looks good, so if lack of weight is reflected in the price id happily go without.

[Reckless5040]

Im super down for one of these provided theyre sub $300

[luismonterieart]

Hope you have a sale soon, count me in.

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

I am considering not adding a weight to this keyboard. What is the community's opinion on this?

Do you have a guesstimate of what it would weigh?

How much does it effect the pricing?

I like heavy things, but I'd probably be okay without a weight personally. Klippe has shown me that you don't need a weight to be plenty heavy .

TBH I think the weight would be more important for the plastic bottom, since you are losing a lot of metal there. With all aluminum it doesn't REALLY matter a whole lot.

It would also really depend on price. A $200 board with no weight is not big thing, a $400 board with no weight is harder to swallow.

Love the look of this, with rgb underglow it look pretty neat

Case looks good, so if lack of weight is reflected in the price id happily go without.

Im super down for one of these provided theyre sub $300

Hope you have a sale soon, count me in.

Thank you for all of the support!

I can't comment on the price at the moment, sorry.

What do you think about having "CU-75" CNC'd into the back of the case? The lettering will be about 3mm deep, and will be fairly large.

I believe that the weight of the case will be around 1.4kg, however with the letters CNC'd into the the back, the weight will most likely be around 1.2 - 1.3kg.

[Peppermint216]

Logo in the back for sure, leave the front nice and clean.

[olieatstofu]

Would highly prefer no logo on the case

[Jhors2]

I'd prefer no logo as well.

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Logo in the back for sure, leave the front nice and clean.

Would highly prefer no logo on the case

I'd prefer no logo as well.

The back will most likely have the following engraved into it:

        CU-75

           by

   capsunlocked

with a depth of 2-3mm.

[JSaintS]

I'm in if this becomes a thing, I'm in dire need for a nice tkl/75% board

[olieatstofu]

Are we looking towards next year for a date when this is planning to run?

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Are we looking towards next year for a date when this is planning to run?

Yes!

The design of case is being re designed to be more consistent with another project that will hopefully be announced soon. The redesigned CU-75 will hopefully be unveiled in the next couple of weeks, before Christmas.

[trabbit]

Great piece of work！Count me as very interested！

[cdn-mini]

Still waiting for this, got my green Alps ready.

[Dead Encryption]

Any updates on this? 

[radical_usa]

Very interested and excited to see as it moves forward!

[l3nnys]

Following! 75% is love <3

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Here is the new CU75:

[Dead Encryption]

Here is the new CU75:

Am I the only one who likes the original design? 
Please, please bring it back...

[bluesclera]

Looks the same except for the full polycarbonate bottom. Most likely just an addition option.

[mudcakehoney]

Will there be an option for a full Aluminium bottom?

[edit] nvm: Original post explains bottom options

BOTTOM CASE COLOURS:

- Acrylic
- Matte Black
- Polished Black (Aluminium)
- Matte White (Aluminium)
- Raw Aluminium

[atomicus]

I like the new design. The original caught my eye but I was never a fan of those 'pillars' at the corners. The new design flows much better with the one piece bottom IMO.

I'm eagerly awaiting pricing info. Lack of colour choice is not a problem for me personally, but I can see it limiting sales somewhat. This 'luxury' talk concerns me though, given it's such an overused term nowadays that so often has little real bearing on quality and is far more of a marketing gimmick. Consequently, and contradictory, it can make something sound cheap. Unless the aim is to deliver the Bugatti of keyboards (in which case few are going to be able to afford it), I would drop that term and just focus on delivering a top notch quality product for a good price. It's quite evident from the interest so far that this is all that people ultimately want, and these qualities are not exclusive to a 'luxury' item... they damn well better not be anyway!

Just for the record, I have bought a Varmilo keyboard from Caps Unlocked before and I found them excellent to deal with... very responsive to emails and answered all my (many) queries promptly. I would have no hesitation using them again.

[amnesia0287]

I like the new design with metal bottoms, but it's not even close to as nice looking with the acrylic bottom imo. the original was unique, I'm not actually sure I'd buy the new one (not that I don't like it, more just that it's not unique enough that I've got to have it. There are lots of options for a full metal case, I liked that it was focused on the acrylic bottom first).

I'm kinda sad you didn't go the other direction and figure out how to do the old design with a metal bottom under the acrylic, so it was like a metal case with windows. THAT would be sick.

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

I like the new design with metal bottoms, but it's not even close to as nice looking with the acrylic bottom imo. the original was unique, I'm not actually sure I'd buy the new one (not that I don't like it, more just that it's not unique enough that I've got to have it. There are lots of options for a full metal case, I liked that it was focused on the acrylic bottom first).

I'm kinda sad you didn't go the other direction and figure out how to do the old design with a metal bottom under the acrylic, so it was like a metal case with windows. THAT would be sick.

The keyboard case was redesigned because whilst the original design was nice, it was difficult to apply to different / smaller layouts such as the HHKB layout, split ortholinear keyboard and numpad.

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Will there be an option for a full Aluminium bottom?

[edit] nvm: Original post explains bottom options

BOTTOM CASE COLOURS:

- Acrylic
- Matte Black
- Polished Black (Aluminium)
- Matte White (Aluminium)
- Raw Aluminium

No, there most likely won’t be. I can’t update the details as I am on mobile, but I will do so ASAP.

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Here is the new CU75:

Am I the only one who likes the original design? 
Please, please bring it back...

The keyboard case was redesigned because whilst the original design was nice, it was difficult to apply to different / smaller layouts such as the HHKB layout, split ortholinear keyboard and numpad.

[JSaintS]

Here is the new CU75:

Am I the only one who likes the original design? 
Please, please bring it back...

The keyboard case was redesigned because whilst the original design was nice, it was difficult to apply to different / smaller layouts such as the HHKB layout, split ortholinear keyboard and numpad.

So just to make sure, the first design with "pillars" is now ruled out, right?

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Here is the new CU75:

Am I the only one who likes the original design? 
Please, please bring it back...

The keyboard case was redesigned because whilst the original design was nice, it was difficult to apply to different / smaller layouts such as the HHKB layout, split ortholinear keyboard and numpad.

So just to make sure, the first design with "pillars" is now ruled out, right?

Correct, I will be removing those images soon.

[JSaintS]

Here is the new CU75:

Am I the only one who likes the original design? 
Please, please bring it back...

The keyboard case was redesigned because whilst the original design was nice, it was difficult to apply to different / smaller layouts such as the HHKB layout, split ortholinear keyboard and numpad.

So just to make sure, the first design with "pillars" is now ruled out, right?

Correct, I will be removing those images soon.

Thanks for the answer! Sad to see it go as I really liked it and even if I understand the reason behind removing it, as other have said, I'm not sure if will be joining the GB

[Kango_V]

I too prefer the original design. Am looking for my first 75% and thought I'd found it.
Please bring back the original design as an option.

[CAPS UNLOCKED]

Please discuss this keyboard in the new thread:

https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=93289.0

[Dead Encryption]

Good luck with your future endeavors, unfortunately the original CU75 design is what brought my interest in the first place. But I think I will now have to pass on this.