[IC] METEOR by EVE, a 75% custom keyboard (Coming soon!)

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

Sorry for lack of updates on this project, the PCB took so many time to finish but here we are 

The Chinese GB has been fulfilled, and we should expect an International GB very soon.



Hi, ScrambledEggz here.

On behalf of zFrontier and EVE, I present you METEOR.

METEOR is the latest design by EVE, the team that brought you MIRA SE and the MOON.

This GB has been run in China via zFrontier and 100 sets were sold within a very short period of time. And we are planning to bring this beauty to you.

Design:
Meteor is a board with a 60% + F row design. The case is a 3-pcs design with a top case, middle frame and a bottom case. This board will also be using a new pcb by EVE with driver support.

Prototypes (New samples INCOMING! will update soon):




Parts:

Top case (60% + F row or HHKB + F row)
Middle frame
Aluminum plate (multiple layout support)
Bottom case
Weight (Aluminum, could upgrade to BRASS)
PCB
Custom keyboard bag
Accessories (M3 304 stainless steel screws, 3M plastic feet)



PCB Features:

EVE & EQUALZ Driver support
Left sided Mini USB
Multiple backlighting effects
Multiple layout support (arrow cluster layouts supported!)




Color Options:
***Some samples have unprocessed brass weight installed, the brass weights in the final products will have a brushed finish.


Pale Ink (silver plate, silver middle frame, silver alu. weight)
*brass weight installed


Gold Ink (silver plate, gold middle frame, gold alu. weight)


Nadeshiko (silver plate, silver middle frame, silver alu. weight)


Red Ink (silver plate, red middle frame, red weight)
*brass weight installed


Kikyounezu (silver plate, blue middle frame, blue weight)


An update regarding colors:

These are recommended combinations,
you can create your own color combination but only within the colors available in the provided samples

you can choose from the following 8 options for your top & bottom case, middle frame and alu weight insert
Black, Pale Ink (from pale ink), Gray (from Kikyounezu), Silver, Blue (from Kikyounezu), Pink, Gold (from gold ink), and Red


Sorry guys, back to stock combo colors  (May. 31)

THINGS TO DO:
Get prototypes CHECKED
Start an IC post CHECKED
Inspect prototypes CHECKED
PCB design UNDERGOING
Get revised prototypeCHECKED
Anodize the new protoUNDERGOING
...
...
...
Final announcement with all the details
Start a GB

  Let the greatness happen!

[bluesclera]

When was the 1st group buy...How did i miss it?

[Sneaky Potato]

I like this.

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

When was the 1st group buy...How did i miss it?

the 1st GB was run within China, just about 2 weeks ago.
And we are now bringing this to you 

[bluesclera]

Is the black exterior and gold interior an option? you have it in the prototype picture.

[bluesclera]

No arrow keys?

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

Is the black exterior and gold interior an option? you have it in the prototype picture.

This is the Kikyounezu, the warm ambient light made the interior seemed gold.

No arrow keys?

No dedicated arrow cluster, but the 60% area does support layouts with arrow keys. I will upload the layout support in OP

[Marvellion]

This has to be the best layout along with the 1800. Looks great.

[bluesclera]

Is the black exterior and gold interior an option? you have it in the prototype picture.

This is the Kikyounezu, the warm ambient light made the interior seemed gold.

No arrow keys?

No dedicated arrow cluster, but the 60% area does support layouts with arrow keys. I will upload the layout support in OP

Both your answers made me sad.

[crcstig]

In the picture of all 5. Which are the 2 on the left?


Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using Tapatalk

[Puddsy]

Not for me, but all of EVE's projects are very high quality.

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

In the picture of all 5. Which are the 2 on the left?


Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using Tapatalk

Pale ink and Gold ink, the 1st and the 2nd color option as shown below.

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

This has to be the best layout along with the 1800. Looks great.

Glad you liked it 

[crcstig]

In the picture of all 5. Which are the 2 on the left?


Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using Tapatalk

Pale ink and Gold ink, the 1st and the 2nd color option as shown below.

Oh okay, I missed the "brass weight installed" bit. Defnitely interested, especially if price is doable at the time

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using Tapatalk

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

Not for me, but all of EVE's projects are very high quality.

they sure are

[ArchDill]

This is very Intriguing. Excited to see price and more details.

[KetchyKech]

awwww yis--was just discussing this on foxlab discord 

[nickaster1]

This thing is gorgeous


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[LightningXI]

Is the keyboard completely flat or does it come with a slant/angle?

[Puddsy]

Is the keyboard completely flat or does it come with a slant/angle?

I think it's 8deg

[LightningXI]

Is the keyboard completely flat or does it come with a slant/angle?

I think it's 8deg

Gotcha - didn't really see any side shots.

[Puddsy]

Is the keyboard completely flat or does it come with a slant/angle?

I think it's 8deg

Gotcha - didn't really see any side shots.

There are a few on the zF posts.

in some Mira update pics you can see the protos from the side, but in the background.

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

Is the keyboard completely flat or does it come with a slant/angle?

I think it's 8deg

Gotcha - didn't really see any side shots.

It's 7deg 

Here are some side shots for you.

[fishpod]

Really loving the pink one and the gray/blue one!

BTW, any chance we could have samples of the brushed brass weight before this goes to GB?

[9999hp]

This looks dope, really clean, and love the bevels and colors available

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

Really loving the pink one and the gray/blue one!

BTW, any chance we could have samples of the brushed brass weight before this goes to GB?

We will see if thats possible

This looks dope, really clean, and love the bevels and colors available

Thanks for the love!

[avid]

This is really nice. Is there any estimated price?

[Rafa_n]

Hopefully you can do a 60% in the future. The design is insanely cool, just like every other keyboard from the EVE team.

[jb1830]

Yes yes and yes. Been waiting for this to hit since it popped up in the production pics of the Moon!

[Unforgivable]

Being a ZFrontier Group buy makes this an automatic yes for me. Great company, quick responses to e-mails and more. 100% confidence in these guys.

Is it possible to choose solid colors? Like all grey, all red, etc?

Any chance we’d have the option to purchase extra plates and PCB’s? Coated brass switch plates?

Edit: Just had to say, that Navy/ Blue-Grey looks AMAZING!

[FilthyMike720]

I'm in for this

[Sneaky Potato]

I really like the blue/silver one. Really aesthetically interesting board, I’d be down for one.

[P1kas]

"Gold Ink" looks Orange to me 🤔

[vpr]

Tried to buy this via the Chinese group-buy through a Chinese friend shipping it to me in the USA, but ran out of time before it was sold out. Super happy to see this coming here!

[Mearaz]

Looks good! Whats the estimated price for a kit?

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

We are more than happy to see all the love Thank you!

More teasing photos




Updated with a THINGS TO DO list in OP:

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

Tried to buy this via the Chinese group-by through a Chinese friend shipping it to me in the USA, but ran out of time before it was sold out. Super happy to see this coming here!

  Now's your chance

"Gold Ink" looks Orange to me 🤔

It's a more saturated gold

[atomicus]

No dedicated arrow cluster, but the 60% area does support layouts with arrow keys. I will upload the layout support in OP

Forgive the likely newb question, but what difference does it make NOT having a dedicated arrow cluster, yet the layout still supports it? Any drawbacks/advantages? Thanks.

[amnesia0287]

No dedicated arrow cluster, but the 60% area does support layouts with arrow keys. I will upload the layout support in OP

Forgive the likely newb question, but what difference does it make NOT having a dedicated arrow cluster, yet the layout still supports it? Any drawbacks/advantages? Thanks.

I suspect the comparison is to traditional 75% boards. Realistically this is more 70% since it drops the row on the right.

On a standard 75%, there is 1 more row which gives room for a dedicated arrow cluster while maintaining relatively normal layouts.

This board doesn't have that extra row, so you would instead have to use a 60% arrow layout and do some more unusual things (such as ?/ to the right of shift and up). Still dedicated arrows though.

I think his wording is just confusing.

[atomicus]

I suspect the comparison is to traditional 75% boards. Realistically this is more 70% since it drops the row on the right.

On a standard 75%, there is 1 more row which gives room for a dedicated arrow cluster while maintaining relatively normal layouts.

This board doesn't have that extra row, so you would instead have to use a 60% arrow layout and do some more unusual things (such as ?/ to the right of shift and up). Still dedicated arrows though.

Thanks, that makes sense. 

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

No dedicated arrow cluster, but the 60% area does support layouts with arrow keys. I will upload the layout support in OP

Forgive the likely newb question, but what difference does it make NOT having a dedicated arrow cluster, yet the layout still supports it? Any drawbacks/advantages? Thanks.

I suspect the comparison is to traditional 75% boards. Realistically this is more 70% since it drops the row on the right.

On a standard 75%, there is 1 more row which gives room for a dedicated arrow cluster while maintaining relatively normal layouts.

This board doesn't have that extra row, so you would instead have to use a 60% arrow layout and do some more unusual things (such as ?/ to the right of shift and up). Still dedicated arrows though.

I think his wording is just confusing.

Sorry for the confusion.

By saying dedicated arrow cluster, I mean that this board does not have an default or stand-alone area for arrow keys like a 65%, 75%(84), or even 80% do.

However, Meteor does support arrow cluster by altering from a normal 60% layout 

Here is the solution:

a. keep the 2.25u left shift and move the ?/ to far right

a. is shown in the render below

[switchnollie]

Sweet layout, I've been waiting for an obtainable custom 75% without the F row mashed in ortholinear style.

[atomicus]

Is there option to have DEL key anywhere? I find I use that a lot when typing.

[Puddsy]

Is there option to have DEL key anywhere? I find I use that a lot when typing.

It's programmable, so yes.

[Peiweisgreat]

Looks really good, Was never into the 75% layout, but this looks a bit better to me. It might just be how the F-row looks, but the board itself certainly catches the eye. Any chance of having a bit more options for colors or are the colorways locked down to what the original sets are?

[Sylvestyeo]

Am down for a pink one! When do you expect the group buy to go live?

[jb1830]

Sorry for the confusion.

By saying dedicated arrow cluster, I mean that this board does not have an default or stand-alone area for arrow keys like a 65%, 75%(84), or even 80% do.

However, Meteor does support arrow cluster by altering from a normal 60% layout 

Here is the solution:

a. keep the 2.25u left shift and move the ?/ to far right

a. is shown in the render below
(Attachment Link)

Dang I was sold on the HHKB layout but with this arrow support I might have to rethink that.

[Harms]

This is a very unique design. I'm interested

[donut_sauce]

How does programming work on this? Will there be QMK support?

[atomicus]

I can't tell if any of the colours would be a good match for GMK Laser... the blue looks too muted, the red would clash I think, and pink is the wrong tone. Silver seems to be the best bet.

[floris]

Would love to see a black version. None of the colours really appeal to me.

[InvidiousIgnoramus]

could we get a shot with switches installed viewed from the side? i'm trying to get an image on how high of a profile this case has.

[Sneaky Potato]

Would love to see a black version. None of the colours really appeal to me.

I agree, an all black version would be outstanding

[atomicus]

I would also vote for black... or at the very least a dark grey inside and black surround, and/or vice versa. The all silver is a touch light for my tastes personally.

[amnesia0287]

I would also vote for black... or at the very least a dark grey inside and black surround, and/or vice versa. The all silver is a touch light for my tastes personally.

I just wish there was some sort of darker plate and/or a brass plate.

I almost always hate silver colored plates >_<

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

  we are currently working on a new prototype and thank you for all your feedbacks and input! We will have a discussion on your suggestions

[foxlive]

Very nice design! Would be super interested !

[Harms]

An all navy blue version would be killer.

Sent from my STV100-3 using Tapatalk

[ns90]

What was the pricing like in the Chinese GB?

[Puddsy]

What was the pricing like in the Chinese GB?

I'd have to double check, but I believe 350-400 USD

[lzlzh035]

Will the GB be held on GH or ZF?

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

Will the GB be held on GH or ZF?

on en.zfrontier.com 

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

happy new year my friends

new updates coming soon after the new year holiday   

[lzlzh035]

happy new year my friends

new updates coming soon after the new year holiday   

 Any chance this comes out this month?

[Delete]

caps    can  change  to  Control？

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

here's the new teaser, enjoy

Raw and unanodized, fresh out from the machine







the machining quality is at an whole new level! and we are looking forward to having an even better anodizing finish with the new protos

[Unforgivable]

here's the new teaser, enjoy

Raw and unanodized, fresh out from the machine


(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)

the machining quality is at an whole new level! and we are looking forward to having an even better anodizing finish with the new protos

I forgot to ask, will there be indents on the bottom of the board so we can place bumpon rubber feet?

[Puddsy]

EVE has outdone himself

[fublamchu]

Will the price be roughly the same as the original GB? (1680 CNY/259 USD roughly)

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

An update regarding colors:

The color options provided in OP are recommended combinations,
you can create your own color combination but only within the colors available in the provided samples

you can choose from the following 8 options for your top & bottom case, middle frame and alu weight insert
Black, Pale Ink (from pale ink), Gray (from Kikyounezu), Silver, Blue (from Kikyounezu), Pink, Gold (from gold ink), and Red

  so yes, it is possible for all B L A C C

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

I forgot to ask, will there be indents on the bottom of the board so we can place bumpon rubber feet?

  Well, of course!

[mike-y]

This board looks amazing.  Definitely in for one with an arrow layout. 

Now I have to decide on colors!

[atomicus]

An update regarding colors:

The color options provided in OP are recommended combinations,
you can create your own color combination but only within the colors available in the provided samples

you can choose from the following 8 options for your top & bottom case, middle frame and alu weight insert
Black, Pale Ink (from pale ink), Gray (from Kikyounezu), Silver, Blue (from Kikyounezu), Pink, Gold (from gold ink), and Red

  so yes, it is possible for all B L A C C

I'm not seeing a black surround bit though? In the pics in the OP, there is a black middle section and bottom, but the surrounds (as per image below) are silver (x2), gold, red or blue...

https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=93212.0;attach=185131;image

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

An update regarding colors:

The color options provided in OP are recommended combinations,
you can create your own color combination but only within the colors available in the provided samples

you can choose from the following 8 options for your top & bottom case, middle frame and alu weight insert
Black, Pale Ink (from pale ink), Gray (from Kikyounezu), Silver, Blue (from Kikyounezu), Pink, Gold (from gold ink), and Red

  so yes, it is possible for all B L A C C

I'm not seeing a black surround bit though? In the pics in the OP, there is a black middle section and bottom, but the surrounds (as per image below) are silver (x2), gold, red or blue...

https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=93212.0;attach=185131;image

Oh yes, we didnt make a black surrounding.
But the surrounding frame can be made into the colors from the top and bottom

[atomicus]

An update regarding colors:

The color options provided in OP are recommended combinations,
you can create your own color combination but only within the colors available in the provided samples

you can choose from the following 8 options for your top & bottom case, middle frame and alu weight insert
Black, Pale Ink (from pale ink), Gray (from Kikyounezu), Silver, Blue (from Kikyounezu), Pink, Gold (from gold ink), and Red

  so yes, it is possible for all B L A C C

I'm not seeing a black surround bit though? In the pics in the OP, there is a black middle section and bottom, but the surrounds (as per image below) are silver (x2), gold, red or blue...

https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=93212.0;attach=185131;image

Oh yes, we didnt make a black surrounding.
But the surrounding frame can be made into the colors from the top and bottom

So come the GB, black will be an option for ALL parts?

[lac29]

Really interesting aesthetic and cool design.

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

An update regarding colors:

The color options provided in OP are recommended combinations,
you can create your own color combination but only within the colors available in the provided samples

you can choose from the following 8 options for your top & bottom case, middle frame and alu weight insert
Black, Pale Ink (from pale ink), Gray (from Kikyounezu), Silver, Blue (from Kikyounezu), Pink, Gold (from gold ink), and Red

  so yes, it is possible for all B L A C C

I'm not seeing a black surround bit though? In the pics in the OP, there is a black middle section and bottom, but the surrounds (as per image below) are silver (x2), gold, red or blue...

https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=93212.0;attach=185131;image

Oh yes, we didnt make a black surrounding.
But the surrounding frame can be made into the colors from the top and bottom

So come the GB, black will be an option for ALL parts?

All but plate and brass weight

[tommyonsn]

up up!

[Sneaky Potato]

An update regarding colors:

The color options provided in OP are recommended combinations,
you can create your own color combination but only within the colors available in the provided samples

you can choose from the following 8 options for your top & bottom case, middle frame and alu weight insert
Black, Pale Ink (from pale ink), Gray (from Kikyounezu), Silver, Blue (from Kikyounezu), Pink, Gold (from gold ink), and Red

  so yes, it is possible for all B L A C C

I'm not seeing a black surround bit though? In the pics in the OP, there is a black middle section and bottom, but the surrounds (as per image below) are silver (x2), gold, red or blue...

https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=93212.0;attach=185131;image

Oh yes, we didnt make a black surrounding.
But the surrounding frame can be made into the colors from the top and bottom

So come the GB, black will be an option for ALL parts?

All but plate and brass weight

Aww no black plate option?

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

An update regarding colors:

The color options provided in OP are recommended combinations,
you can create your own color combination but only within the colors available in the provided samples

you can choose from the following 8 options for your top & bottom case, middle frame and alu weight insert
Black, Pale Ink (from pale ink), Gray (from Kikyounezu), Silver, Blue (from Kikyounezu), Pink, Gold (from gold ink), and Red

  so yes, it is possible for all B L A C C

I'm not seeing a black surround bit though? In the pics in the OP, there is a black middle section and bottom, but the surrounds (as per image below) are silver (x2), gold, red or blue...

https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=93212.0;attach=185131;image

Oh yes, we didnt make a black surrounding.
But the surrounding frame can be made into the colors from the top and bottom

So come the GB, black will be an option for ALL parts?

All but plate and brass weight

Aww no black plate option?

I will see if thats possible, but from what I know now, plate could be upgraded to brass 

[atomicus]

I will see if thats possible, but from what I know now, plate could be upgraded to brass 

Will we get more photos/renders of the available combos before the GB? Something in the all black variant would be cool to see.

[Sneaky Potato]

An update regarding colors:

The color options provided in OP are recommended combinations,
you can create your own color combination but only within the colors available in the provided samples

you can choose from the following 8 options for your top & bottom case, middle frame and alu weight insert
Black, Pale Ink (from pale ink), Gray (from Kikyounezu), Silver, Blue (from Kikyounezu), Pink, Gold (from gold ink), and Red

  so yes, it is possible for all B L A C C

I'm not seeing a black surround bit though? In the pics in the OP, there is a black middle section and bottom, but the surrounds (as per image below) are silver (x2), gold, red or blue...

https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=93212.0;attach=185131;image

Oh yes, we didnt make a black surrounding.
But the surrounding frame can be made into the colors from the top and bottom

So come the GB, black will be an option for ALL parts?

All but plate and brass weight

Aww no black plate option?

I will see if thats possible, but from what I know now, plate could be upgraded to brass 

Thank you! A colored plate will make or break it for me, since I’d love to have this board fully blacked out. If not though, no worries

[nathanchere]

I'm thankful for the limited colour options, otherwise I would have a hard time saying no to this  I really don't need yet another keyboard though

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

I will see if thats possible, but from what I know now, plate could be upgraded to brass 

Will we get more photos/renders of the available combos before the GB? Something in the all black variant would be cool to see.

definitely  tell me what angle do you guys want to see and we will have more photos prepared for the upcoming updates!

here's a all black with brass weight render for ya

[PhantomTaco]

This looks fantastic! I may be the only one that would love to see it in Cyan, but regardless gorgeous. This will be a difficult decision to make.

[atomicus]

Not sure if I missed an update, but is it going to be full width at the bottom or have those indents left and right?

[MeloDet]

Not sure if I missed an update, but is it going to be full width at the bottom or have those indents left and right?

Either is an option iirc

[alisonica]

I will see if thats possible, but from what I know now, plate could be upgraded to brass 

Will we get more photos/renders of the available combos before the GB? Something in the all black variant would be cool to see.

definitely  tell me what angle do you guys want to see and we will have more photos prepared for the upcoming updates!

here's a all black with brass weight render for ya

(Attachment Link) (Attachment Link)

Now i'm definitely in for two.

[crcstig]

Will it be doable in the group buy to buy extra peices, like the middle piece (the outer trim?) In a different color? I would love to get a grey board with an gold and a blue middle piece.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using Tapatalk

[vpr]

Any updates on this?

[Etherealsound]

I really like this layout. It's quite original. Will there be any diffuser input options? The fact that this is being led by the same guys who did Mira SE gives me pretty high confidence.

[EVE]

You guys, I'm here again, haha!

[FunTyme]

Really looking forward to this Any new updates?

[p_blaze]

Will there be an acrylic insert?
Also, what will the pricing be?

[Muiju]

Interested.  I love the color options, would be great to see a lavender purple with a pink combo.

[kitty]

oh dang, my wallet is trembling. is there any chance of a qmk pcb?


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[p_blaze]

Any updates?

[romchique]

Any chance of split space bar support? Would be beneficial for such type of layout imo.

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

Any updates?

Sorry guys, no solid update from EVE due to their schedule to fulfill the Miras and Moons first and then came the CNY holidays. Will definitely get back to you once we have some update materials.

[HotRoderX]

Thats a super sweet 75% will this be a limited number run like the Chinese group buy? Wording made it sound like it was limited to just 100 units. Are can we expect this to be a full group buy with unlimited number of units.

[long_qt_pie]

Beautiful, can't wait for this

[p_blaze]

Any updates?

Sorry guys, no solid update from EVE due to their schedule to fulfill the Miras and Moons first and then came the CNY holidays. Will definitely get back to you once we have some update materials.

Uuuuu i can't wait!

[vpr]

This board will also be using a new pcb by EVE with driver support.

What color is EVE hoping to make the PCB?

[Chimera]

Any plans to do a 96 board?

[Etherealsound]

Is this going to be 6061 or 7075 alu?

[Darknight00z]

I hope the PCB is qmk supported.

[69420swag]

Any idea when the GB is gonna drop yet/ is this still happening. Would love to get in on this.

[notflipperdan420]

Can we get split spacebar and split enter support please? 

[Artemie]

Unsure if this GB will still be ongoing or not for non-China peeps.

Checked zfrontier website, and the Meteor was limited to 100 sets and only distributed in China.
The GB in China ended on 24 Dec 17.

[Darknight00z]

Unsure if this GB will still be ongoing or not for non-China peeps.

Checked zfrontier website, and the Meteor was limited to 100 sets and only distributed in China.
The GB in China ended on 24 Dec 17.

That was for the Chinese GB, its currently under production last I heard from Eve. This IC is for the international crowd and is currently pushed back until the Chinese GB is complete.

[Artemie]

Unsure if this GB will still be ongoing or not for non-China peeps.

Checked zfrontier website, and the Meteor was limited to 100 sets and only distributed in China.
The GB in China ended on 24 Dec 17.

That was for the Chinese GB, its currently under production last I heard from Eve. This IC is for the international crowd and is currently pushed back until the Chinese GB is complete.

Thanks for the clarification! I've been waiting for this for a while now and the lack of updates have been depressing.

[speedyzy]

I want this so bad

[MeloDet]

No dedicated arrow cluster, but the 60% area does support layouts with arrow keys. I will upload the layout support in OP

Forgive the likely newb question, but what difference does it make NOT having a dedicated arrow cluster, yet the layout still supports it? Any drawbacks/advantages? Thanks.

I suspect the comparison is to traditional 75% boards. Realistically this is more 70% since it drops the row on the right.

On a standard 75%, there is 1 more row which gives room for a dedicated arrow cluster while maintaining relatively normal layouts.

This board doesn't have that extra row, so you would instead have to use a 60% arrow layout and do some more unusual things (such as ?/ to the right of shift and up). Still dedicated arrows though.

I think his wording is just confusing.

Sorry for the confusion.

By saying dedicated arrow cluster, I mean that this board does not have an default or stand-alone area for arrow keys like a 65%, 75%(84), or even 80% do.

However, Meteor does support arrow cluster by altering from a normal 60% layout 

Here is the solution:

a. keep the 2.25u left shift and move the ?/ to far right

a. is shown in the render below
(Attachment Link)

Which colours are in the bottom keyboard here? Black and blue? Or Pale Ink and Black?

[lzlzh035]

Come back please!

[gilmoregrills]

Omg I was literally just designing this kinda layout in KLE, I would love for this to become a thing, please come back and give us the GB we crave!!

[Okonomiyaki#2832]

I am in for 2 of those lol.

[Puddsy]

i believe the china GB ran for these already, so an international GB should happen at some point

[Geass]

i believe the china GB ran for these already, so an international GB should happen at some point

Niceeeee

Sent from my SM-G955F using Tapatalk

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

i believe the china GB ran for these already, so an international GB should happen at some point

Niceeeee

Sent from my SM-G955F using Tapatalk

Happening very soon

And do expect a shorter lead time for the international run haha

[69420swag]

i believe the china GB ran for these already, so an international GB should happen at some point

Niceeeee

Sent from my SM-G955F using Tapatalk

Happening very soon

And do expect a shorter lead time for the international run haha

oooooooooh that is exciting. Do you know what the price will be for this GB yet?

[lac29]

I am pretty excited for this!

[Baron]

oooooh that blue with dasher would be great

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

 

Some beautiful pictures from our community:

https://www.zfrontier.com/post/detail/7060
https://www.zfrontier.com/post/detail/6954

Check'em out

[Createboardhk]

Some beautiful pictures from our community:

https://www.zfrontier.com/post/detail/7060
https://www.zfrontier.com/post/detail/6954

Check'em out

looks very good

[Puddsy]

i believe the china GB ran for these already, so an international GB should happen at some point

Niceeeee

Sent from my SM-G955F using Tapatalk

Happening very soon

And do expect a shorter lead time for the international run haha

oooooooooh that is exciting. Do you know what the price will be for this GB yet?

430-something

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

i believe the china GB ran for these already, so an international GB should happen at some point

Niceeeee

Sent from my SM-G955F using Tapatalk

Happening very soon

And do expect a shorter lead time for the international run haha

oooooooooh that is exciting. Do you know what the price will be for this GB yet?

430-something

haha I was about to post an update regarding the price yesterday when my laptop's battery ran out.

You are looking at around 310 Shipped for a full Aluminum kit, and +48 if you want to upgrade the aluminum insert to a brass weight.

[ptiede]

i believe the china GB ran for these already, so an international GB should happen at some point

Niceeeee

Sent from my SM-G955F using Tapatalk

Happening very soon

And do expect a shorter lead time for the international run haha

oooooooooh that is exciting. Do you know what the price will be for this GB yet?

430-something

haha I was about to post an update regarding the price yesterday when my laptop's battery ran out.

You are looking at around 310 Shipped for a full Aluminum kit, and +48 if you want to upgrade the aluminum insert to a brass weight.

Oh damn! I'm in for this. Will there be a limit?

[metalliccharles]

haha I was about to post an update regarding the price yesterday when my laptop's battery ran out.

You are looking at around 310 Shipped for a full Aluminum kit, and +48 if you want to upgrade the aluminum insert to a brass weight.

Damn the price is right   

[Puddsy]

i believe the china GB ran for these already, so an international GB should happen at some point

Niceeeee

Sent from my SM-G955F using Tapatalk

Happening very soon

And do expect a shorter lead time for the international run haha

oooooooooh that is exciting. Do you know what the price will be for this GB yet?

430-something

haha I was about to post an update regarding the price yesterday when my laptop's battery ran out.

You are looking at around 310 Shipped for a full Aluminum kit, and +48 if you want to upgrade the aluminum insert to a brass weight.

not too bad

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

i believe the china GB ran for these already, so an international GB should happen at some point

Niceeeee

Sent from my SM-G955F using Tapatalk

Happening very soon

And do expect a shorter lead time for the international run haha

oooooooooh that is exciting. Do you know what the price will be for this GB yet?

430-something

haha I was about to post an update regarding the price yesterday when my laptop's battery ran out.

You are looking at around 310 Shipped for a full Aluminum kit, and +48 if you want to upgrade the aluminum insert to a brass weight.

Oh damn! I'm in for this. Will there be a limit?

                           
There will be enough units available

[ptiede]

Any updates for when this will be launching?

[long_qt_pie]

How will color combos/customization be handled?

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

Sorry for the delay guys

The promo email said launching on 29th but I was too busy with other things lately and couldnt get the page up.

Will have this up in few hours!

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

How will color combos/customization be handled?

I revisited the color combo/customization idea with EVE and it will be a super arduous job if we allow people to choose colors freely since that will create tons of SKUs and will be difficult when sorting. So we are back with the standard color combos.

[donut_sauce]

How does programming work on this? Will there be QMK support?

Any info about this? Thanks

[pixelpusher]

Looks like it's live on zfrontier:

https://en.zfrontier.com/products/eve-meteor

[metalliccharles]

So the color combo in the first picture with the Carbon set isn't actually available? That's the one I want.

[PernusBernus]

Is it possible to not have the "Meteor" and "designed by EVE crew" engravings on either the aluminium insert or the brass weight (as stated on zfontier)? I feel that they conflict with the case's minimalist design.

[MeloDet]

Bit confused. Thought we were going to be able to mix and match the colours. At the very least I remember seeing a picture of a black on black case in this thread, but it doesn't seem like that's an option.

[ptiede]

Bit confused. Thought we were going to be able to mix and match the colours. At the very least I remember seeing a picture of a black on black case in this thread, but it doesn't seem like that's an option.

Ya I am a bit bummed too. I really wanted a silver and black case.

[MeloDet]

If we are back to the stock colour options, then are there any other photos of the Pale Ink Colour?

[yap68]

Is it possible to not have the "Meteor" and "designed by EVE crew" engravings on either the aluminium insert or the brass weight (as stated on zfontier)? I feel that they conflict with the case's minimalist design.

+1. Especially the word METEOR

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

So the color combo in the first picture with the Carbon set isn't actually available? That's the one I want.

It's the Gold Ink one, the Gold is very saturated, so looking orange-ish in darker light settings. And much brighter and more yellowish when fully lit.

[zF_ScrambledEggz]

Is it possible to not have the "Meteor" and "designed by EVE crew" engravings on either the aluminium insert or the brass weight (as stated on zfontier)? I feel that they conflict with the case's minimalist design.

+1. Especially the word METEOR

Will see if thats possible

[feedbaack]

Bit confused. Thought we were going to be able to mix and match the colours. At the very least I remember seeing a picture of a black on black case in this thread, but it doesn't seem like that's an option.

Damn a black on black version would be an instabuy   

[metalliccharles]

So the color combo in the first picture with the Carbon set isn't actually available? That's the one I want.

It's the Gold Ink one, the Gold is very saturated, so looking orange-ish in darker light settings. And much brighter and more yellowish when fully lit.

Any possibility of a brass plate option, or color other than silver?

[long_qt_pie]

Is this sandwich or top mount?

[KetchyKech]

yeah....its just the colors throwing me off 

[avid]

i like this. Is there any built pink ones out there?

[yap68]

A totally pale-inked one would be nice. May be EVE should offer some one-coloured options...

[Artemie]

Really love this but if it came without the engravings on the weight, it could've been even classier.

[smurkcity12]

I'm hoping to make this my first 75%. Looking forward to updates!

[p_blaze]

I'm hoping to make this my first 75%. Looking forward to updates!

GB already started on zfrontier

[RobotRogue]

Ooooo nice! There's a lack of good 75's in this marketplace, nice to see another contender

[Wongstongs]

I'm hoping to make this my first 75%. Looking forward to updates!

GB already started on zfrontier

Is that for everyone or just China?

[p_blaze]

I'm hoping to make this my first 75%. Looking forward to updates!

GB already started on zfrontier

Is that for everyone or just China?

I think everyone

[MeloDet]

I take it there's no word on a possible brass plate option? I know the gb is already started but I'd definitely be willing to buy one separately if need be.

[Nomcr]

This may be one of the most tempting boards to buy right now... Having a hard time deciding if it looks better with or without the blockers. Great work

[PernusBernus]

sorry to nag, but is there any word on an engravingless option? if that's not possible (i understand it's late in the process) then how easy (if possible) are the engravings to remove?

[Puss]

Looks pretty dope, gonna keep my eye on this.

[meepmeep]

Do we have an estimated date for the sale?

[donut_sauce]

Do we have an estimated date for the sale?

Isn’t it live right now?

Edit: Oh nevermind, you’re just trying to get ur post count up for etf sale...

[switchnollie]

Do we have an estimated date for the sale?

Isn’t it live right now?

I think that was the China buy, couldn't find anything on a buy for USA or other locations.

[vpr]

If it's live right now why hasn't this IC thread been closed and a new thread opened in the Group buy forum? Very confusing.

Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

[donut_sauce]

Do we have an estimated date for the sale?

Isn’t it live right now?

I think that was the China buy, couldn't find anything on a buy for USA or other locations.

It’s on zfrontier

[ptiede]

Do we have an estimated date for the sale?

Isn’t it live right now?

I think that was the China buy, couldn't find anything on a buy for USA or other locations.

This is the link for the north America group buy

https://en.zfrontier.com/collections/keyboards/products/eve-meteor

[feedbaack]

Damn these colorways are great but I like unicolor cases way too much to enter this GB .... Hf folks !

[user 18]

Since the IC portion has concluded, thread is now locked.