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Title: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: kbdfans on Sat, 21 October 2017, 06:29:58

Hello everyone
Our new PCB adds a new layout that supports the num layout
If you have any comments, please leave a message to me

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/6fb53c51539b47559cf0d122a832cf63.png?5799143477759760916)
Case to this kind of design, processing costs will be reduced, should be a beautiful price
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12_1352a132-4662-4dab-97c0-b365883f8f85.jpg?16219090149465530368)

 
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: KaosJ on Sat, 21 October 2017, 06:39:51
Nvm, i didn't saw the shorter 60% part, I'm interested in the case if it will be compatible with the current KBD75v1 pcb, not in this pcb tho. 

Nice but it is unfair to call it kbd75
Also i think you should add another column and just make it a 96-keyboard 
KBD96 please and with the FJELL style case.  Also the bottom layer that you used on the 40% could be great
 

(https://i.imgur.com/RqiTGwc.png) 

Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Myoth on Sat, 21 October 2017, 06:43:53
Nice but it is unfair to call it kbd75 

Also i think you should add another column and just make it a 96-keyboard 

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/RqiTGwc.png)
 

TL;DR KBD96 please and with the FJELL style case.  Also the bottom layer that you used on the 40% could be great

You'd need more than one column to make it a 96% ...
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: KaosJ on Sat, 21 October 2017, 06:49:51
Nice but it is unfair to call it kbd75 

Also i think you should add another column and just make it a 96-keyboard 

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/RqiTGwc.png)
 

TL;DR KBD96 please and with the FJELL style case.  Also the bottom layer that you used on the 40% could be great

You'd need more than one column to make it a 96% ...

Yeah noticed later that the rest is shorter  O.o 

I wouldn't be interested in that layout honestly and this cringes me a lot 

(https://i.imgur.com/nTUeTEi.png) 

I'm interested in the case if there will a option of case only and if that case will be compatible with the current KBD75 pcb 


Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Trousers on Sat, 21 October 2017, 07:09:48
That does look great!

It sacrifices some keys however. I wonder if it would support an ISO layout without the right shift, so you could cram all the keys in there. I guess then you'd need a 1U left shift and all the little changes that would bring.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: yasintahir on Sat, 21 October 2017, 07:18:54
How about diffuser insert and split spacebar?  ;D
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Chromatrope on Sat, 21 October 2017, 07:20:01
Layout is interesting, though I don't care for the numpad, so I myself would go with the classic 75% layout. The case I am completely on board with. Diamond corners are great.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Petch on Sat, 21 October 2017, 07:39:30
No thanks, I'd rather just have a 96 key than that.

75% + a full numpad on the left side would be interesting though

The KBD75 v2 should remain a 75% with some improvements. Swap to a top-mounted plate rather than tray mount, maybe a staggered f-row too via the use of 0.25u spacers
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: TanHin on Sat, 21 October 2017, 07:46:18
Remove < key and use standard L-Shift
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: InvidiousIgnoramus on Sat, 21 October 2017, 07:58:52
Now this is an odd one.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: KaosJ on Sat, 21 October 2017, 08:12:26
No thanks, I'd rather just have a 96 key than that.

75% + a full numpad on the left side would be interesting though

The KBD75 vs should remain a 75% with some improvements. Swap to a top-mounted plate rather than tray mount, maybe a staggered f-row too via the use of 0.25u spacers

I agree with that. Especially for the 96.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: madn3ss795 on Sat, 21 October 2017, 08:34:04
Split backspace, split spacebar, maybe alternative ZXCV row with 2u shift, too.

http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/cffabd8e5c6a2e7da43cc4d11cab9f93
(http://kle-render.herokuapp.com/api/cffabd8e5c6a2e7da43cc4d11cab9f93)
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: song4190 on Sat, 21 October 2017, 10:03:27
Layout is interesting, though I don't care for the numpad, so I myself would go with the classic 75% layout. The case I am completely on board with. Diamond corners are great.
I think exactly the same way :) It would be nice if it is compatible with current v1 pcb.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: HotRoderX on Sat, 21 October 2017, 10:19:34
I am also not a huge huge fan of the PCB perhaps if we could keep our ? key and the shift was the 1.75u shift. Its already a pain finding 1.75u.

I do really really love the case and if its compatible with the v1.. then it might give me reason to pick up another v1 kit with the new case.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: crtexcnndrm99 on Sat, 21 October 2017, 11:08:14
No thanks, I'd rather just have a 96 key than that.

75% + a full numpad on the left side would be interesting though

The KBD75 vs should remain a 75% with some improvements. Swap to a top-mounted plate rather than tray mount, maybe a staggered f-row too via the use of 0.25u spacers

I agree with that. Especially for the 96.

+1


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Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: packman86 on Sat, 21 October 2017, 15:57:50
As interesting as that layout looks, I'd much rather buy a proper 96 key made by KBDfans.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: HotRoderX on Sat, 21 October 2017, 16:05:57
As interesting as that layout looks, I'd much rather buy a proper 96 key made by KBDfans.

I agree with this I missed the 96key buy from Mehkee I think it was... and would like to give the form factor a try its kinda cool!
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: amnesia0287 on Sat, 21 October 2017, 16:12:43
Not feeling this layout. A 96key board would be fine. But this loses too many primary keys to add a partial numpad. Could even drop the top or right on a 96key and I think it would be usable. But losing standard 60 base makes it too jarring for real usage for me.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Atredl on Sat, 21 October 2017, 18:27:17
Quote
Our new pcb ADDS a new layout that SUPPORTS the num layout
Has anyone considered that maybe this PCB supports both traditional and this new layout. There have been PCBs that support both ortholinear and staggered. They might have done a similar approach.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: KaosJ on Sat, 21 October 2017, 18:44:57
Quote
Our new pcb ADDS a new layout that SUPPORTS the num layout
Has anyone considered that maybe this PCB supports both traditional and this new layout. There have been PCBs that support both ortholinear and staggered. They might have done a similar approach.


Big if true  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: bmilcs on Sat, 21 October 2017, 19:00:49

Hello everyone
Our new PCB adds a new layout that supports the num layout
If you have any comments, please leave a message to me

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/6fb53c51539b47559cf0d122a832cf63.png?5799143477759760916)

Case to this kind of design, processing costs will be reduced, should be a beautiful price
Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12_1352a132-4662-4dab-97c0-b365883f8f85.jpg?16219090149465530368)


 

Dude if you could add TKL-Like mini spaces... between the 60%, FKEYS and far right keys, could be endgame. I'm talking minimal spaces. Just enough for your fingers to feel the separation.

Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: fardream on Sat, 21 October 2017, 20:38:36
Definitely in for the case if it’s compatible with KBD75 v1


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Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Shenpai on Sat, 21 October 2017, 20:56:12
Looks very nice, I'm interested.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: HotRoderX on Sat, 21 October 2017, 21:09:54
Quote
Our new pcb ADDS a new layout that SUPPORTS the num layout
Has anyone considered that maybe this PCB supports both traditional and this new layout. There have been PCBs that support both ortholinear and staggered. They might have done a similar approach.

Think your right looking over my KBD75 that typing on and looking at that layout!!! I think your 100% right it would most likely support both layouts! I would happily buy a v2 KBD75 at some point.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: kbdfans on Sun, 22 October 2017, 03:13:43
Nvm, i didn't saw the shorter 60% part, I'm interested in the case if it will be compatible with the current KBD75v1 pcb, not in this pcb tho. 

Nice but it is unfair to call it kbd75
Also i think you should add another column and just make it a 96-keyboard 
KBD96 please and with the FJELL style case.  Also the bottom layer that you used on the 40% could be great
 

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/RqiTGwc.png)


  layout also includes the layout of KBD75 V1,Just add a few buttons,  can not use this layout,  can choose, replace the case,   can reduce manufacturing costs, thereby reducing the price, this is my purpose

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12312313.jpg?7566070099379274852)

Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: kbdfans on Sun, 22 October 2017, 03:16:00
Layout is interesting, though I don't care for the numpad, so I myself would go with the classic 75% layout. The case I am completely on board with. Diamond corners are great.
It seems that many people do not care about the number keys,
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: KaosJ on Sun, 22 October 2017, 03:16:19
Nvm, i didn't saw the shorter 60% part, I'm interested in the case if it will be compatible with the current KBD75v1 pcb, not in this pcb tho. 

Nice but it is unfair to call it kbd75
Also i think you should add another column and just make it a 96-keyboard 
KBD96 please and with the FJELL style case.  Also the bottom layer that you used on the 40% could be great
 

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/RqiTGwc.png)


  layout also includes the layout of KBD75 V1,Just add a few buttons,  can not use this layout,  can choose, replace the case,   can reduce manufacturing costs, thereby reducing the price, this is my purpose

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12312313.jpg?7566070099379274852)

 

Nice!  Atredl was right. 

However from the photo, the case doesn't seems compatible with the v1 KBD CASE.  May you explain this?   

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12_1352a132-4662-4dab-97c0-b365883f8f85.jpg?16219090149465530368)
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: kbdfans on Sun, 22 October 2017, 03:23:55
How about diffuser insert and split spacebar?  ;D
support split spacebar
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/f8fb233cbf92a500138d0724ddc98736.png?16077583930448741036)
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: kbdfans on Sun, 22 October 2017, 03:31:07
Nvm, i didn't saw the shorter 60% part, I'm interested in the case if it will be compatible with the current KBD75v1 pcb, not in this pcb tho. 

Nice but it is unfair to call it kbd75
Also i think you should add another column and just make it a 96-keyboard 
KBD96 please and with the FJELL style case.  Also the bottom layer that you used on the 40% could be great
 

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/RqiTGwc.png)


  layout also includes the layout of KBD75 V1,Just add a few buttons,  can not use this layout,  can choose, replace the case,   can reduce manufacturing costs, thereby reducing the price, this is my purpose

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12312313.jpg?7566070099379274852)

 

Nice!  Atredl was right. 

However from the photo, the case doesn't seems compatible with the v1 KBD CASE.  May you explain this?   

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12_1352a132-4662-4dab-97c0-b365883f8f85.jpg?16219090149465530368)


There is a screw hole is not the same, very bad, because the switch hole hit the screw hole,If  buy V2,   need to buy a new case   :(
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: HotRoderX on Sun, 22 October 2017, 03:34:19
How about diffuser insert and split spacebar?  ;D
support split spacebar
Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/f8fb233cbf92a500138d0724ddc98736.png?16077583930448741036)


ooo like the split spacebar this give me a reason to buy a v2.. hehe is there any idea when V2 is hopped to be released.. What colors will v2 support? The same as the 5degree case?
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: kbdfans on Sun, 22 October 2017, 03:39:05
How about diffuser insert and split spacebar?  ;D
support split spacebar
Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/f8fb233cbf92a500138d0724ddc98736.png?16077583930448741036)


ooo like the split spacebar this give me a reason to buy a v2.. hehe is there any idea when V2 is hopped to be released.. What colors will v2 support? The same as the 5degree case?
Yes The same as the 5degree case
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: KaosJ on Sun, 22 October 2017, 04:13:37
Nvm, i didn't saw the shorter 60% part, I'm interested in the case if it will be compatible with the current KBD75v1 pcb, not in this pcb tho. 

Nice but it is unfair to call it kbd75
Also i think you should add another column and just make it a 96-keyboard 
KBD96 please and with the FJELL style case.  Also the bottom layer that you used on the 40% could be great
 

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/RqiTGwc.png)


  layout also includes the layout of KBD75 V1,Just add a few buttons,  can not use this layout,  can choose, replace the case,   can reduce manufacturing costs, thereby reducing the price, this is my purpose

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12312313.jpg?7566070099379274852)

 

Nice!  Atredl was right. 

However from the photo, the case doesn't seems compatible with the v1 KBD CASE.  May you explain this?   

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12_1352a132-4662-4dab-97c0-b365883f8f85.jpg?16219090149465530368)


There is a screw hole is not the same, very bad, because the switch hole hit the screw hole,If  buy V2,   need to buy a new case   :(
 

I think you should try to find a way to make them compatible, i don't see many people interested in the new layout and the KBD75 v1 sold very well and there are tons of people with KBD75v1 that would like this new case. 
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: moh18one on Sun, 22 October 2017, 18:20:34
No thanks, I'd rather just have a 96 key than that.

75% + a full numpad on the left side would be interesting though

The KBD75 v2 should remain a 75% with some improvements. Swap to a top-mounted plate rather than tray mount, maybe a staggered f-row too via the use of 0.25u spacers

 :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: heavyheaded on Sun, 22 October 2017, 18:44:07
Is this case and PCB going to be what we receive for the recent MD GB or just for any new orders?
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: autobot on Sun, 22 October 2017, 19:11:52
Nvm, i didn't saw the shorter 60% part, I'm interested in the case if it will be compatible with the current KBD75v1 pcb, not in this pcb tho. 

Nice but it is unfair to call it kbd75
Also i think you should add another column and just make it a 96-keyboard 
KBD96 please and with the FJELL style case.  Also the bottom layer that you used on the 40% could be great
 

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/RqiTGwc.png)


  layout also includes the layout of KBD75 V1,Just add a few buttons,  can not use this layout,  can choose, replace the case,   can reduce manufacturing costs, thereby reducing the price, this is my purpose

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12312313.jpg?7566070099379274852)

 

Nice!  Atredl was right. 

However from the photo, the case doesn't seems compatible with the v1 KBD CASE.  May you explain this?   

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12_1352a132-4662-4dab-97c0-b365883f8f85.jpg?16219090149465530368)


There is a screw hole is not the same, very bad, because the switch hole hit the screw hole,If  buy V2,   need to buy a new case   :(
 

I think you should try to find a way to make them compatible, i don't see many people interested in the new layout and the KBD75 v1 sold very well and there are tons of people with KBD75v1 that would like this new case.

This could be remedied by making the screw bosses on the case removable (they thread in), tapping extra holes in the case, and having the installer arrange the screw bosses per the PCB that will be installed.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Endeavour1934 on Mon, 23 October 2017, 08:39:37
Nvm, i didn't saw the shorter 60% part, I'm interested in the case if it will be compatible with the current KBD75v1 pcb, not in this pcb tho. 

Nice but it is unfair to call it kbd75
Also i think you should add another column and just make it a 96-keyboard 
KBD96 please and with the FJELL style case.  Also the bottom layer that you used on the 40% could be great
 

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/RqiTGwc.png)


  layout also includes the layout of KBD75 V1,Just add a few buttons,  can not use this layout,  can choose, replace the case,   can reduce manufacturing costs, thereby reducing the price, this is my purpose

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12312313.jpg?7566070099379274852)

 

Nice!  Atredl was right. 

However from the photo, the case doesn't seems compatible with the v1 KBD CASE.  May you explain this?   

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12_1352a132-4662-4dab-97c0-b365883f8f85.jpg?16219090149465530368)


There is a screw hole is not the same, very bad, because the switch hole hit the screw hole,If  buy V2,   need to buy a new case   :(
 

I think you should try to find a way to make them compatible, i don't see many people interested in the new layout and the KBD75 v1 sold very well and there are tons of people with KBD75v1 that would like this new case.
+1. I don't really see much interest in the new layout. 75% is already great as it is. Maybe kbdfans should focus on the new case and other improvements (custom plates, swappable switches, wireless, etc). And ask enjoypbt to provide compatible keycap sets for KBD75 (1u ctrl & alt; r1 del, r2 pgup, r3 pgdn, r4 end)

Oh, and about the new faceted case. I love it, but I find the inner rounded corners (https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/products/11_cb9cf081-8d08-45ef-87e3-065d4167a75a.jpg?v=1505453669) weird. Everything in the case has straight hard corners. Even most keycap sets have hard corners (except OEM and Varmilo keycaps), so those inner big rounded corners look out of place. I think if they were less rounded it would look much better.



Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: KaosJ on Mon, 23 October 2017, 13:51:57
Nvm, i didn't saw the shorter 60% part, I'm interested in the case if it will be compatible with the current KBD75v1 pcb, not in this pcb tho. 

Nice but it is unfair to call it kbd75
Also i think you should add another column and just make it a 96-keyboard 
KBD96 please and with the FJELL style case.  Also the bottom layer that you used on the 40% could be great
 

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/RqiTGwc.png)


  layout also includes the layout of KBD75 V1,Just add a few buttons,  can not use this layout,  can choose, replace the case,   can reduce manufacturing costs, thereby reducing the price, this is my purpose

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12312313.jpg?7566070099379274852)

 

Nice!  Atredl was right. 

However from the photo, the case doesn't seems compatible with the v1 KBD CASE.  May you explain this?   

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12_1352a132-4662-4dab-97c0-b365883f8f85.jpg?16219090149465530368)


There is a screw hole is not the same, very bad, because the switch hole hit the screw hole,If  buy V2,   need to buy a new case   :(
 

I think you should try to find a way to make them compatible, i don't see many people interested in the new layout and the KBD75 v1 sold very well and there are tons of people with KBD75v1 that would like this new case.
+1. I don't really see much interest in the new layout. 75% is already great as it is. Maybe kbdfans should focus on the new case and other improvements (custom plates, swappable switches, wireless, etc). And ask enjoypbt to provide compatible keycap sets for KBD75 (1u ctrl & alt; r1 del, r2 pgup, r3 pgdn, r4 end)

Oh, and about the new faceted case. I love it, but I find the inner rounded corners (https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/products/11_cb9cf081-8d08-45ef-87e3-065d4167a75a.jpg?v=1505453669) weird. Everything in the case has straight hard corners. Even most keycap sets have hard corners (except OEM and Varmilo keycaps), so those inner big rounded corners look out of place. I think if they were less rounded it would look much better.
 

I agree, should focus on: 




NOT interested in wireless tho 
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: kimusan on Tue, 24 October 2017, 02:02:14
Looks great. I wonder if ISO layout would be somehow possible?
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: HotRoderX on Tue, 24 October 2017, 02:05:06
Nvm, i didn't saw the shorter 60% part, I'm interested in the case if it will be compatible with the current KBD75v1 pcb, not in this pcb tho. 

Nice but it is unfair to call it kbd75
Also i think you should add another column and just make it a 96-keyboard 
KBD96 please and with the FJELL style case.  Also the bottom layer that you used on the 40% could be great
 

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/RqiTGwc.png)


  layout also includes the layout of KBD75 V1,Just add a few buttons,  can not use this layout,  can choose, replace the case,   can reduce manufacturing costs, thereby reducing the price, this is my purpose

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12312313.jpg?7566070099379274852)

 

Nice!  Atredl was right. 

However from the photo, the case doesn't seems compatible with the v1 KBD CASE.  May you explain this?   

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/12_1352a132-4662-4dab-97c0-b365883f8f85.jpg?16219090149465530368)


There is a screw hole is not the same, very bad, because the switch hole hit the screw hole,If  buy V2,   need to buy a new case   :(
 

I think you should try to find a way to make them compatible, i don't see many people interested in the new layout and the KBD75 v1 sold very well and there are tons of people with KBD75v1 that would like this new case.
+1. I don't really see much interest in the new layout. 75% is already great as it is. Maybe kbdfans should focus on the new case and other improvements (custom plates, swappable switches, wireless, etc). And ask enjoypbt to provide compatible keycap sets for KBD75 (1u ctrl & alt; r1 del, r2 pgup, r3 pgdn, r4 end)

Oh, and about the new faceted case. I love it, but I find the inner rounded corners (https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/products/11_cb9cf081-8d08-45ef-87e3-065d4167a75a.jpg?v=1505453669) weird. Everything in the case has straight hard corners. Even most keycap sets have hard corners (except OEM and Varmilo keycaps), so those inner big rounded corners look out of place. I think if they were less rounded it would look much better.
 

I agree, should focus on: 

  • The new case (compatible with the old pcbs)
  • New plate, after 6 rounds i still don't see switch top removal that is a simple feature
  • Make the pcb fully compatible with holtites (chinese or american holtites)
  • Brass weight for the bottom of the new case



NOT interested in wireless tho

I agree with the list also except wireless.. which I don't think is that important and the brass weight. There is no reason I can think of a KBD75 needs weight added. That thing is already pretty heavy for it size. I guess 5lb brick of a case would be something some would want but .. I honestly think its heavy enough as is if its scooting around a person desk they have to be banging them key's pretty hard.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: jaetm83 on Tue, 24 October 2017, 02:13:07
Not much interests in the new case. KBD75 is great as it is, simple with clean bezel and caters all sorts of cap profiles and colorways very well. I would definitely buy if it keeps the v1 case design and adds a brass weight on the bottom of the case.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: livingspeedbump on Tue, 24 October 2017, 15:37:54
this is odd, but I've been quite impressed with the KBD75 I have for the price, so I'd be in for once of these for sure, especially if it landed on Massdrop.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: THX1138b on Tue, 24 October 2017, 15:48:45
The GH-122 project has stalled so I'd like to propose that the new KBDfans75 PCB is augmented to include support for up to 156 keys! :D
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: KaosJ on Tue, 07 November 2017, 13:01:00
this is odd, but I've been quite impressed with the KBD75 I have for the price, so I'd be in for once of these for sure, especially if it landed on Massdrop.

Please no Massdrop, directly from KBDFANS is totally acceptable.  When he has to ship big things he uses fast couriers tho, not sure why you want to wait more with massdrop and have kinda the same price.   

- A European dude
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: FioraCorp on Tue, 07 November 2017, 13:09:37
Feel like it was a giant mistake to keep from supporting v1 pcbs/cases.  KBDFans had a chance to set the standard for 75% pcbs and now that is pretty much ruined considering they're not even supporting their own pcbs anymore when it comes to cases.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: HotRoderX on Tue, 07 November 2017, 13:18:13
Feel like it was a giant mistake to keep from supporting v1 pcbs/cases.  KBDFans had a chance to set the standard for 75% pcbs and now that is pretty much ruined considering they're not even supporting their own pcbs anymore when it comes to cases.

Thats kinda harsh cause this would be just a prototype. and KBD tends to listen to what people want and say. I wouldn't be shocked to see the 10 keys get scrapped completely and just a more updated v1 come out of this.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: KaosJ on Tue, 07 November 2017, 13:57:05
Feel like it was a giant mistake to keep from supporting v1 pcbs/cases.  KBDFans had a chance to set the standard for 75% pcbs and now that is pretty much ruined considering they're not even supporting their own pcbs anymore when it comes to cases.

Honestly he said multiple times (can't remember if here or elsewhere) that he will make that case supporting the previous KBD75 pcbs. 
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Hafizi Hilmi on Wed, 08 November 2017, 20:10:45
I prefer the v1 case for 75%. Plus I dont want all my keebs looking like that as I already bought the 5degree. If you could improve the v1 case and pcb it would be amazing.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: FioraCorp on Wed, 08 November 2017, 21:27:07
Feel like it was a giant mistake to keep from supporting v1 pcbs/cases.  KBDFans had a chance to set the standard for 75% pcbs and now that is pretty much ruined considering they're not even supporting their own pcbs anymore when it comes to cases.

Honestly he said multiple times (can't remember if here or elsewhere) that he will make that case supporting the previous KBD75 pcbs.
Ah that's much better if that's the case.  75% could use a mounting/hardware standard in the way that that poker mounting is for 60%, and imo the kbd75 is the best bet at that.  No use splitting that momentum into two mounting patterns.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Softkore on Wed, 08 November 2017, 23:28:05
LOVE this layout but really don't like the corners of the case :/
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Ponkan on Wed, 08 November 2017, 23:33:26
Will KBD75 rev.2 run with the same case or is the case sold separately?
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Trousers on Sat, 11 November 2017, 14:10:47
I wasn't quite sure of this, but the prototype changed my mind. If the price is in any way reasonable, I think I'll get one.

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/3_ac216b4c-67cd-42f2-ac85-0e58fa8443f0_1280x.jpg?v=1510062288)
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: HotRoderX on Sat, 11 November 2017, 16:32:27
The way it sounds be the same price as Gen 1's are maybe a bit cheaper? I am hopping it stays in that 170ish area.. cause its cheap enough to be reasonable but high enough quality to be more expensive.. hope that makes since.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: KaosJ on Sun, 12 November 2017, 08:51:25
The way it sounds be the same price as Gen 1's are maybe a bit cheaper? I am hopping it stays in that 170ish area.. cause its cheap enough to be reasonable but high enough quality to be more expensive.. hope that makes since.

I hope cheaper, this case should be cheaper to produce afterall 
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: _rubik on Sun, 12 November 2017, 10:08:47
I wasn't quite sure of this, but the prototype changed my mind. If the price is in any way reasonable, I think I'll get one.

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/3_ac216b4c-67cd-42f2-ac85-0e58fa8443f0_1280x.jpg?v=1510062288)


So what's the deal with the '< >' in that layout? That is just a red flag to me.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Atredl on Sun, 12 November 2017, 13:43:09
I wasn't quite sure of this, but the prototype changed my mind. If the price is in any way reasonable, I think I'll get one.

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/3_ac216b4c-67cd-42f2-ac85-0e58fa8443f0_1280x.jpg?v=1510062288)


So what's the deal with the '< >' in that layout? That is just a red flag to me.
It's one of the optional layouts. If you don't like that layout don't use it and build it with the regular 75% layout.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: _rubik on Sun, 12 November 2017, 14:47:22
I wasn't quite sure of this, but the prototype changed my mind. If the price is in any way reasonable, I think I'll get one.

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/3_ac216b4c-67cd-42f2-ac85-0e58fa8443f0_1280x.jpg?v=1510062288)


So what's the deal with the '< >' in that layout? That is just a red flag to me.
It's one of the optional layouts. If you don't like that layout don't use it and build it with the regular 75% layout.

I must be mistaken. The render is intentionally missing the "< ," key? If so, why? Maybe I'm missing something here... Having both a command and a period is pretty necessary  :p.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: HotRoderX on Sun, 12 November 2017, 15:27:17
I wasn't quite sure of this, but the prototype changed my mind. If the price is in any way reasonable, I think I'll get one.

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/3_ac216b4c-67cd-42f2-ac85-0e58fa8443f0_1280x.jpg?v=1510062288)


So what's the deal with the '< >' in that layout? That is just a red flag to me.
It's one of the optional layouts. If you don't like that layout don't use it and build it with the regular 75% layout.

I must be mistaken. The render is intentionally missing the "< ," key? If so, why? Maybe I'm missing something here... Having both a command and a period is pretty necessary  :p.

The render is showing a optional layout with it adding in a number pad. It can still be built like a normal 75%
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/1_07_0fc05cac-e05f-4c30-9f89-83dc8f586953.jpg?v=1491646128)

Edited for formating
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: _rubik on Sun, 12 November 2017, 22:28:04
I wasn't quite sure of this, but the prototype changed my mind. If the price is in any way reasonable, I think I'll get one.

Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/3_ac216b4c-67cd-42f2-ac85-0e58fa8443f0_1280x.jpg?v=1510062288)


So what's the deal with the '< >' in that layout? That is just a red flag to me.
It's one of the optional layouts. If you don't like that layout don't use it and build it with the regular 75% layout.

I must be mistaken. The render is intentionally missing the "< ," key? If so, why? Maybe I'm missing something here... Having both a command and a period is pretty necessary  :p.

The render is showing a optional layout with it adding in a number pad. It can still be built like a normal 75%
Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/1_07_0fc05cac-e05f-4c30-9f89-83dc8f586953.jpg?v=1491646128)


Edited for formating

That's my bad. I didn't consider how the numpad cuts into punctuation columns. Interesting concept, but I think I'll stick with the standard 75% Thanks for the clarification.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: RealLaugh on Mon, 13 November 2017, 07:00:59
any news when this will go on sale?

will it be group buy or from stock?
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: japancakes on Fri, 17 November 2017, 04:42:45
any news when this will go on sale?

will it be group buy or from stock?

This is what I'm curious about as well! Holding off on other keyboards if this is reasonably close.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: phorx on Tue, 06 February 2018, 09:02:23
The layout is interesting, but I'd WAY rather have one like this custom "75% + 1" build: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=75880.0 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=75880.0)

That would be endgame for me!
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: schoolbus on Tue, 27 March 2018, 17:28:42
is this still active?
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Zuology on Wed, 28 March 2018, 09:27:56
I just want the 5 degree diamond case in 75% size like they teased months ago.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: japancakes on Thu, 26 April 2018, 01:56:33
Has anybody out there seen an actual build of this new layout with the numpad? I'm really tempted to do a hot swappable build similar to the layout but add back ">" and "?" and get rid of the right shift completely.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: HotRoderX on Thu, 26 April 2018, 02:58:02
Has anybody out there seen an actual build of this new layout with the numpad? I'm really tempted to do a hot swappable build similar to the layout but add back ">" and "?" and get rid of the right shift completely.

I have not seen one of these built yet! I do know he recently started advertising the plates on his website for it. The only down fall is you have to remove a stand off from the case according to his guide... which to me is a bit daunting of a task.
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: Zuology on Thu, 26 April 2018, 07:41:43
Has anyone heard if there's been any further news/progress on a 75% 5-degree case or similar? He teased it sometime last year and I'm assuming the new plate layout that requires the cutting of a standoff will be addressed in future 75% case design...
Title: Re: [IC]KBDfans75 v2 PCB new design
Post by: schoolbus on Mon, 02 July 2018, 16:44:39
Bring back this case design!