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Title: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Thu, 22 December 2016, 04:05:22
(http://i.imgur.com/UC67mxe.jpg)

TriC75 – Brevis (http://sli.mg/a/armOfp)

With *two!* KBD75 buys going on one after the other, and yuktsi teasing his 75%, it’s pretty much the worst time for another aluminum 75%. And yet here we are.

Starting price is $150. $145 @ 20 orders (we are here!). $140 @ 40 orders. For reference, the price in China is 999 RMB, and my current exchange rate is 1 USD = 6.8436 CNY. Shipping to international destinations is approximately $35, less for Asian countries.

Payment accepted via Paypal. Shipping will be invoiced for separately, dependent on destination once the items are ready to ship. I think I forgot about this halfway through and invoiced for shipping anyways.

Unlike my other buys, the above prices do not include Paypal fees.

Designed by TriCStudio, manufactured by HolyOOPs.

The buy includes:

•   TriC 75% case (Brevis)
•   TriC75 PCB (running ps2avrGB, SMT components presoldered, RGB underglow, TriC logo lighting, got Hojin's approval)
•   Acrylic insert for diffusion of side lighting
•   Appropriate case screws
•   Aluminum case feet

Color options:

•   Black
•   Gray
•   Silver
•   Green
•   Purple
Red

Tentative manufacturing time: 2 months. First match ready to ship.

Order here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfI5R-40yZuClXiDo_dnZG47idrn303DUAZm9NUGg6kXdlmRw/viewform)

Order list (check your order here, updated manually) (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1jDx7vf0bMdnhnIHzrebB2m8--l7zt6cSz_ahYFfndBs/edit?usp=sharing)

Album of the completed prototype (http://sli.mg/a/FwNW5p) (has some pics of the TriC 80 prototype scattered in, low res) Alternate album since slimg is down, thanks suparnemo! (http://imgur.com/a/K47Kl)

Same album, high res (http://sli.mg/a/DuZWKo)

Updates:

1/4/2017

Invoices have been sent for the current orders. HK shipping adjusted to $15.

1/19/2017

Currently at 17 orders (adjusted out a few due to refunds/cancellations). Will send out new invoices as the reduced price of $145. If we hit 20, I'll send out the price cut refunds for the older orders.

1/21/2017

Hit the 20 order price break! Once they are paid for, I'll send out the refunds  :thumb:

3/24/2017

Order count is now over 40 units (if there aren't too many cancellations) which means the price of the kit is now at $140. All outstanding orders have been invoiced, and shipping will commence shortly. DHL for international, EMS for most Asian destinations.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: yangdigi on Mon, 26 December 2016, 20:13:22
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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Ryu on Mon, 26 December 2016, 20:26:22
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+1
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Petch on Mon, 26 December 2016, 20:30:31
Shipping to UK $35?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: iNViSiBiLiTi on Mon, 26 December 2016, 22:34:54
I assume the cutouts on the side are for acrylic diffuser?
   
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LechnerDE on Tue, 27 December 2016, 04:17:43
Does this use a standard 6.25 spacebar?

What options do I have for the bottom row?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: breusch91 on Tue, 27 December 2016, 07:59:16
really like the way the case looks. Any chance of us seeing this design in a tkl format in the near future?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Saiph on Tue, 27 December 2016, 08:49:28
really like the way the case looks. Any chance of us seeing this design in a tkl format in the near future?
I believe Tric has a different tkl design coming up.There were some photos posted of it in the Tric 60% thread
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: kmba on Tue, 27 December 2016, 16:21:23
Looks very nice.  Unfortunately I went in on the KBD75 because I wanted a raised case, otherwise I'd be all over this.  Best of luck!

Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Kaleidoscope on Tue, 27 December 2016, 17:51:55
Nice if we could take a look at the PCB & also the case with the acrylic inserts in it.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: bbmathlvr on Tue, 27 December 2016, 23:53:56
That is a good looking case. I like the low profile and the side cuts for LEDs. Is there switchtop removal? Does it support cherry stabs?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: troy.dai on Wed, 28 December 2016, 00:48:33
This looks beautiful.

I'm wondering if an alternative layout is supported, for which the backspace is split into two 1u (just like HHKB)? Based on the picture, the plate doesn't offer this option.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: bbmathlvr on Wed, 28 December 2016, 01:09:10
This looks beautiful.

I'm wondering if an alternative layout is supported, for which the backspace is split into two 1u (just like HHKB)? Based on the picture, the plate doesn't offer this option.

Definitely not with that plate. I would prefer this layout as well since I enjoy it so much on smaller boards, but I still give it a pass on the layout due to its size.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: kmba on Wed, 28 December 2016, 11:35:16
This looks beautiful.

I'm wondering if an alternative layout is supported, for which the backspace is split into two 1u (just like HHKB)? Based on the picture, the plate doesn't offer this option.

Definitely not with that plate. I would prefer this layout as well since I enjoy it so much on smaller boards, but I still give it a pass on the layout due to its size.

Yup not on this plate. But at 75% there's more than enough room for a separate 1u del key, or whatever you would want to use in place of the 2u bs.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Petch on Wed, 28 December 2016, 11:43:39
I don't know about them, but I like to 2x 1u my backspace to create a 'hhkb' layout, with the backspace down a row on the backslash key
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: troy.dai on Wed, 28 December 2016, 18:45:45
That's exactly what I'm looking for. I'm very used to HHKB layout in which the backslash is replaced by backspace, escape is moved to th left of '1', and backspace is split to '~' and '\'.

It's more about habit rather than space.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: jackie321304 on Sat, 31 December 2016, 04:15:56
Any updates on this project?! Really want to see how the rgb lighting work with the case.


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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Wed, 04 January 2017, 03:26:38
Does this use a standard 6.25 spacebar?

What options do I have for the bottom row?

Here is an album with all of the supported layouts: http://sli.mg/a/MTpRr0

Shipping to UK $35?

Yessir

That is a good looking case. I like the low profile and the side cuts for LEDs. Is there switchtop removal? Does it support cherry stabs?

No switchtop removal. Supports regular PCB-mount Cherry stabilizers.

really like the way the case looks. Any chance of us seeing this design in a tkl format in the near future?

TriC has an 80 with some pics posted near the end of the TriC 60 GB thread by the designer himself.

I assume the cutouts on the side are for acrylic diffuser?   

Yep! Big album of the completed prototype(s) (http://sli.mg/a/FwNW5p)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: breusch91 on Wed, 04 January 2017, 06:01:36
Does this use a standard 6.25 spacebar?

What options do I have for the bottom row?

Here is an album with all of the supported layouts: http://sli.mg/a/MTpRr0

Shipping to UK $35?

Yessir

That is a good looking case. I like the low profile and the side cuts for LEDs. Is there switchtop removal? Does it support cherry stabs?

No switchtop removal. Supports regular PCB-mount Cherry stabilizers.

really like the way the case looks. Any chance of us seeing this design in a tkl format in the near future?

TriC has an 80 with some pics posted near the end of the TriC 60 GB thread by the designer himself.

I assume the cutouts on the side are for acrylic diffuser?   

Yep! Big album of the completed prototype(s) (http://sli.mg/a/FwNW5p)


Thanks for the replies just saw the pics! I hope the tric-87 drops soon it looks awesome and I'll definitely be in!


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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: eldridge on Wed, 04 January 2017, 09:41:09
I might not being see it, but when does this group buy close?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Wed, 04 January 2017, 14:38:35
I might not being see it, but when does this group buy close?

It's a rolling buy. The parts are already in production to cut down on manufacturing time, with the orders "finalized" when anodizing happens and the colors are set in stone (or aluminum, rather).

Tentative end date will be around late January.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: bciamny on Wed, 04 January 2017, 15:30:27
is there a tentative ship date for this?

also paid! :)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: B1G_B1RD on Wed, 04 January 2017, 16:40:09
is there a tentative ship date for this?

Would also like to know this. This is a much better value than a previous 75% groupbuy i was on and would like to get in on this.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: odd on Wed, 04 January 2017, 18:07:25
paid :thumb:
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Thu, 05 January 2017, 13:37:51
It says TriC logo lighting... but I don't see a logo.  Does it have a lighted logo somewhere?
Does the PCB support backlight LEDs, or just the side RGB lighting?
Are there any photos of the PCB available?

Love the look of this one.  If this stayed open through January I will likely jump on board in a couple weeks.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: astonlau on Thu, 05 January 2017, 13:46:38
paid!
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Thu, 05 January 2017, 14:44:36
It says TriC logo lighting... but I don't see a logo.  Does it have a lighted logo somewhere?
Does the PCB support backlight LEDs, or just the side RGB lighting?
Are there any photos of the PCB available?

Love the look of this one.  If this stayed open through January I will likely jump on board in a couple weeks.

I've requested some pics of the PCB from the designer.

The PCB supports both in-switch LEDs and RGB LEDs at the bottom.

Everyone: If you've paid, I'm going to mark your payment in Paypal as "service rendered/shipped". This way I will get better ease of access to the funds (they are currently on hold in my account which is mucho no bueno). You are still very much protected by Paypal's 180-day protection period, and I will post actual tracking numbers in the orders list as they are created. Scratch that, no longer necessary
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: BlackInk on Thu, 05 January 2017, 15:11:36
TriC 80 looks super awsome, when will triC 80 GB go live?
Thanks
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: bciamny on Thu, 05 January 2017, 17:42:54
TriC 80 looks super awsome, when will triC 80 GB go live?
Thanks

ld told me that he likely won't be running the gb for the tric80 so you may have to look elsewhere. :)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: BlackInk on Thu, 05 January 2017, 21:46:55
TriC 80 looks super awsome, when will triC 80 GB go live?
Thanks

ld told me that he likely won't be running the gb for the tric80 so you may have to look elsewhere. :)
I dont know where to look for it. I hope someone else in this forum will run a GB for triC80 :(
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: suparnemo on Wed, 18 January 2017, 22:28:58
Seems like the images are no longer working
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: FioraCorp on Wed, 18 January 2017, 23:52:38
Yea that mirror has been down for a couple days now  :(
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: kenshinjeff on Thu, 19 January 2017, 00:12:30
TriC 80 looks super awsome, when will triC 80 GB go live?
Thanks

ld told me that he likely won't be running the gb for the tric80 so you may have to look elsewhere. :)
I dont know where to look for it. I hope someone else in this forum will run a GB for triC80 :(

It's quite tedious to run the GB for triC because they keep pushing the delivery dates back for better quality. (Personal opinion)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Thu, 19 January 2017, 03:19:08
Seems like the images are no longer working

Fixed with your help. Thanks dude

TriC60 was pushed back for a loooong time for the reason above, but the cases did come out flawlessly. Brevis is on track to take a lot less time than that, but should maintain consistent quality.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: MacGruber117 on Thu, 19 January 2017, 14:53:27
Can you add some pics of the color options? Is the case in the prototype album black or grey?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Harms on Thu, 19 January 2017, 18:03:45
Thinking of ordering; however, I wanted to know an estimated price of shipping to Canada.

I do not want to join then all of a sudden the shipping is like $40-50 ahaha.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: FioraCorp on Thu, 19 January 2017, 18:13:48
Hey Ive been trying to work out the keycaps for this project.  Is there any ways you can re-upload your supported layouts album too?  The sli.mg album you linked earlier is still down as well.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Fri, 20 January 2017, 06:25:24
Hey Ive been trying to work out the keycaps for this project.  Is there any ways you can re-upload your supported layouts album too?  The sli.mg album you linked earlier is still down as well.

There is only stepped vs non-stepped capslock, and winkey (6.25u space) vs winkeyless (7u space) bottom row to choose from. The two modifiers between spacebar and arrow keys are always 1.5u.

Thinking of ordering; however, I wanted to know an estimated price of shipping to Canada.

I do not want to join then all of a sudden the shipping is like $40-50 ahaha.

It's $35 to Canada via DHL Express.

Can you add some pics of the color options? Is the case in the prototype album black or grey?

Proto is gray with a black plate.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: FioraCorp on Fri, 20 January 2017, 15:38:00
Thanks for the clarification that's good enough for me :)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: bmmcwhirt on Fri, 20 January 2017, 17:29:46
Interested, but I have a few question.

1. Is there a key size diagram?

2. Is the plate designed so the keys can be opened?

3. What types of switches is this designed to support?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Fri, 20 January 2017, 21:31:20
Interested, but I have a few question.

1. Is there a key size diagram?

2. Is the plate designed so the keys can be opened?

3. What types of switches is this designed to support?

1. Will ask for one, but basically it's what I said in my last reply.

"There is only stepped vs non-stepped capslock, and winkey (6.25u space) vs winkeyless (7u space) bottom row to choose from. The two modifiers between spacebar and arrow keys are always 1.5u."

2. Nope. Currently hotlites are a better solution if you want ease of swapping internals. Having cutouts that enable switch top opening ruins the aesthetic imo.

3. MX-type switches, be it Cherry, Gateron, Kailh, Outemu, Greetech, etc.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Fri, 20 January 2017, 23:09:47
forward

Approved (http://winkeyless.kr/partner/)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Sat, 21 January 2017, 02:10:38
Supported layouts

[attach=1][attach=2][attach=3]
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: bmmcwhirt on Sat, 21 January 2017, 10:56:05
Thanks.  That right shift key is going to be very hard to find in keysets. All the other keys look to be pretty standard. Anyone have thoughts about sets that have a 2 width shift and a 1.5 width shift(just guessing from the layout but that is what it looks like)?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Saiph on Sat, 21 January 2017, 11:04:50
Thanks.  That right shift key is going to be very hard to find in keysets. All the other keys look to be pretty standard. Anyone have thoughts about sets that have a 2 width shift and a 1.5 width shift(just guessing from the layout but that is what it looks like)?
It's a 1.75 shift. Most "nice" keycaps will have that, so pretty much any gmk set and most cherry pbt sets will come with it, and all SP sets will have a kit for it.

One thing you want to watch out for is finding a set with properly profiled keys for the last column of keys
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Fri, 27 January 2017, 00:40:37
I am totally in!  I really like this board.  It has style!  The acrylic side piece looks very unique.  :thumb:
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: PoisonHeadcrab on Sun, 05 February 2017, 05:18:22
I have the following question:

I want a 75% board for a special setup that I want to screw into a metal arm instead of placing it on a table. Does this have some kind of screw holes on the back that could be used for this purpose, as in attaching it firmly to a piece of sheet metal for example?

Also, am I correct in assuming that I would have to source and solder the cherry mx switches (and keycaps) and possibly in-switch LED's myself?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: bciamny on Sun, 05 February 2017, 15:18:22
I have the following question:

I want a 75% board for a special setup that I want to screw into a metal arm instead of placing it on a table. Does this have some kind of screw holes on the back that could be used for this purpose, as in attaching it firmly to a piece of sheet metal for example?

Also, am I correct in assuming that I would have to source and solder the cherry mx switches (and keycaps) and possibly in-switch LED's myself?

i think this might be possible if you screw the piece of sheet metal into the holes that are being used for the aluminum cone feet. it should be relatively firm.

yup, you have to provide your own switches and LEDs.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Dystopia on Tue, 07 February 2017, 03:42:36
Any idea of roughly when the ship date is?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: PoisonHeadcrab on Tue, 07 February 2017, 09:55:03
Any idea of roughly when the ship date is?

I would also like to know when the order deadline is... If it's not already mentioned somewhere I overlooked.

Also, is it possible at all to order an extra PCB and if so, how would I go about doing that and how much would it cost extra?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: tron on Tue, 14 February 2017, 13:44:51
Just sent my form. Hope I can still get a spot.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Komatoz on Sat, 25 February 2017, 23:40:14
I REALLY wanna join this but to be honest, that [TKL red case](http://i.imgur.com/E3OClMv.jpg) catches my eye much more due to it's side design.

This is a super stupid question, but what keyboard is that? 

Is it possible to get that red case with the beehive-like design?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Komatoz on Sat, 25 February 2017, 23:41:25
also, when does this GB end?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: FioraCorp on Sun, 26 February 2017, 00:46:54
I REALLY wanna join this but to be honest, that [TKL red case](http://i.imgur.com/E3OClMv.jpg) catches my eye much more due to it's side design.

This is a super stupid question, but what keyboard is that? 

Is it possible to get that red case with the beehive-like design?
LD mentioned in the OP that it's the Tric 80.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: mniels on Fri, 03 March 2017, 20:13:38
also, when does this GB end?


+1
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: FioraCorp on Fri, 10 March 2017, 01:19:09
Any update on this LD?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Sat, 11 March 2017, 17:26:40
Hey guys, been pretty inactive regarding my buys recently. Not much to report on this until now. The first batch of Brevis has arrived in TriC team's hands.

The pictures in the following album are all of the actual boards: http://imgur.com/a/s4Ryz

Quality is on par with TriC60 - Sandwich so they should be largely blemish-free.

Form to change or confirm your color choice if you'd like, now that all color options are known: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8HbtGVEbiHZ1KHpTfpqRdsf1I38tcst0taSYtpH5VeXyLBg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Please note that I will not be shipping until you've filled out the above form, even if your color choice remains the same, just so we're both sure you're getting the color you want.

Shipping will commence soon and I expect them to arrive around the end of the month.

Also I still need to send out refunds of $5 each for that price break. Will take care of that today - for real this time.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: bciamny on Sat, 11 March 2017, 17:52:11
jeez... that green is so gorgeous i had to change case colors. :)

excited about this... do you happen to know if the plate allows for switchtop opening?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Sat, 11 March 2017, 17:55:01
jeez... that green is so gorgeous i had to change case colors. :)

excited about this... do you happen to know if the plate allows for switchtop opening?

Negative, you can tell by the appearance of the switch cutouts for the plate. The board loses a lot of its cohesive appearance with holes sticking out of the side of every switch.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: bciamny on Sat, 11 March 2017, 18:01:01
cool, thanks for letting us know :)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: FioraCorp on Sun, 12 March 2017, 01:58:55
Hey guys, been pretty inactive regarding my buys recently. Not much to report on this until now. The first batch of Brevis has arrived in TriC team's hands.

The pictures in the following album are all of the actual boards: http://imgur.com/a/s4Ryz

Quality is on par with TriC60 - Sandwich so they should be largely blemish-free.

Form to change or confirm your color choice if you'd like, now that all color options are known: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8HbtGVEbiHZ1KHpTfpqRdsf1I38tcst0taSYtpH5VeXyLBg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Please note that I will not be shipping until you've filled out the above form, even if your color choice remains the same, just so we're both sure you're getting the color you want.

Shipping will commence soon and I expect them to arrive around the end of the month.

Also I still need to send out refunds of $5 each for that price break. Will take care of that today - for real this time.

Seems like everything is going great those look awesome!  Thank you for your timely responses :)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: moonmaster on Mon, 13 March 2017, 11:49:04
Hi there,

I submitted an order a few weeks ago under my reddit username /u/ezra818.  I tried to find the invoice yesterday but don't see it in my PayPal history, but I know that you guys did send it.  I submitted a new order yesterday with the same info (although I changed my mind on the color of the case).  I want to make sure I get in on this; if you invoice me I will pay right away.  Thanks.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Komatoz on Fri, 17 March 2017, 19:16:10
Hye guys, I am pretty sure I submitted a form but I didnt any invoice and my name isnt on list.

Is order taking for the GB over? D:
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Thu, 23 March 2017, 23:32:59
Hi all, finally sent out the round of invoices for outstanding orders @ the 40-unit price point, and an info email along with them.

The original order form has been updated with all the colors available.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: tron on Fri, 24 March 2017, 00:11:37
Invoice paid! Changed my color to silver so it will go with my incoming GMK Honeywell set.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: moonmaster on Fri, 24 March 2017, 00:14:09
Hi all, finally sent out the round of invoices for outstanding orders @ the 40-unit price point, and an info email along with them.

The original order form has been updated with all the colors available.
Yes! I had lost hope. Just paid the invoice and submitted colors form. Thanks LD!

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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: theillumedpanda on Mon, 27 March 2017, 15:45:15
Will there be any leftovers and if so are you going to sell them to the community?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Petch on Tue, 28 March 2017, 06:35:39
Still available to ordeR? What layouts are supported? Iso, split backspace, etc?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: aidany on Thu, 30 March 2017, 12:02:20
Sent my form in. Loving the layout especially. Will check the list to see if I appear there. Assuming this GB is still open! :)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: mniels on Thu, 06 April 2017, 20:12:48
Yeah, I am confused....are orders still open?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: tron on Wed, 12 April 2017, 10:19:43
Can we get a status update for this group buy? Are we still waiting for invoices to be paid before shipping begins?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: moonmaster on Mon, 17 April 2017, 22:21:01
Hey Lunaris, an update would be greatly appreciated. Just want to know where things stand for those of us who have paid, and those who asked if the buy is still open?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: richard912 on Mon, 17 April 2017, 22:52:40
Keen to know if one is still able to get in on a unit for this beauty
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: astonlau on Wed, 19 April 2017, 03:15:16
Form filled one month ago. Is there any updates? Is it ready to ship?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: pr0ximity on Wed, 19 April 2017, 10:48:09
I too am curious whether this is still open for orders?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Wed, 19 April 2017, 22:13:50
Hey guys, checking in with a brief update. We've gone off-schedule. These were supposed to arrive before mid-April, but there are some delays on TriC team's end for shipping these out. I'm urging them to hasten the process (since production is finished). Unsure what's taking them so long to ship - it's been two weeks.

Orders are still open but will not be processed (invoiced) until I have further news on the status of the current shipment.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: jacky on Wed, 19 April 2017, 23:23:07
nice, Shipping to UK $35?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: moonmaster on Wed, 19 April 2017, 23:26:09
Hey guys, checking in with a brief update. We've gone off-schedule. These were supposed to arrive before mid-April, but there are some delays on TriC team's end for shipping these out. I'm urging them to hasten the process (since production is finished). Unsure what's taking them so long to ship - it's been two weeks.

Orders are still open but will not be processed (invoiced) until I have further news on the status of the current shipment.
Thanks for the update. 

What is going on at Holly OOPS that is making them take so long to ship? Is it possible they aren't really done with production and are just stalling? Have they given you any estimate on shipping?

Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: richard912 on Thu, 20 April 2017, 00:20:04
Hey guys, checking in with a brief update. We've gone off-schedule. These were supposed to arrive before mid-April, but there are some delays on TriC team's end for shipping these out. I'm urging them to hasten the process (since production is finished). Unsure what's taking them so long to ship - it's been two weeks.

Orders are still open but will not be processed (invoiced) until I have further news on the status of the current shipment.
Form submitted
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Thu, 20 April 2017, 06:33:06
Thanks for the update. 

What is going on at Holly OOPS that is making them take so long to ship? Is it possible they aren't really done with production and are just stalling? Have they given you any estimate on shipping?

Got a reply today. Production is finished... for the most part. There were 16 kits in batch one that were supposed to be gray but ended up being silver (undyed). They're being sent back for reano and I was sent a msg about this, but totally forgot and thought I was kept in the dark. The lack of updates is on me regardless.

Production for the first batch is finished though. I've urged them to send out what they can at the moment and worry about the rest later rather than waiting and consolidating them into one shipment.

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nice, Shipping to UK $35?

Aye, same rate to most destinations worldwide regardless of number unless you're in SE Asia, in which case it would be significantly cheaper.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: jKaw on Thu, 20 April 2017, 10:20:52
Thanks for the update. 

What is going on at Holly OOPS that is making them take so long to ship? Is it possible they aren't really done with production and are just stalling? Have they given you any estimate on shipping?

Got a reply today. Production is finished... for the most part. There were 16 kits in batch one that were supposed to be gray but ended up being silver (undyed). They're being sent back for reano and I was sent a msg about this, but totally forgot and thought I was kept in the dark. The lack of updates is on me regardless.

Production for the first batch is finished though. I've urged them to send out what they can at the moment and worry about the rest later rather than waiting and consolidating them into one shipment.

(Attachment Link) (Attachment Link)

nice, Shipping to UK $35?

Aye, same rate to most destinations worldwide regardless of number unless you're in SE Asia, in which case it would be significantly cheaper.

Can't wait to have it in my hands. Thanks for the update!


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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Tue, 25 April 2017, 22:59:07
I'll step away from my mailbox now and give it more time!   :cool:
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: richard912 on Sat, 29 April 2017, 23:56:54
Invoice received and paid.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: aidany on Mon, 01 May 2017, 12:35:12
I paid my invoice on April 4th but it still does not show as paid in the spreadsheet. :/
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Wed, 03 May 2017, 15:30:17
Slow though it has been, there is some progress.

(http://i.imgur.com/vCZgcJG.jpg)

First batch should go out from TriC to the reshipper in the next few days. Hopefully. :|
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: moonmaster on Wed, 03 May 2017, 15:55:43
Does the reshipper send to us, or to you and then you send to us?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Wed, 03 May 2017, 18:07:06
OMG, I think I can see mine in that picture (due to color combo) and it makes me happy.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: jKaw on Thu, 04 May 2017, 11:50:00
I think I see mine, but I'm order 14, and I got the typical grey with black Plate. So maybe I'm not there. I hope though I need a new build to do


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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Thu, 04 May 2017, 13:52:43
Does the reshipper send to us, or to you and then you send to us?

TriC -> reshipper -> you guys.

Ironically, it would've likely taken less time if it went from TriC -> me -> reshipper -> you guys. I was hoping to save time and additional transit costs with the above method, and because TriC is physically located closer to the reshipper than I am.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Sat, 20 May 2017, 10:58:03
Okay, I've a small batch of keyboards at the reshipper along with a definite word on what's going on:

The parts that are black or gray had to be sent back to be redone. According to the most recent word, they are "almost done". The kits that do not have black/gray are at the reshipper, and I've submitted for a couple of them to be sent out. Once they arrive safely, I will arrange for the remainder of what's ready to be shipped out to you all.

The order list is here and the "Tracking number" column is the one to keep an eye out on.

Thanks guys! And sorry again that this is taking so long.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: odd on Wed, 24 May 2017, 02:48:11
I got mine today which was really unexpected. Mine is all black does that mean it should not have been sent to me? From my eyes it looks flawless. I'll admit I was a bit worried at how it was packaged vs what I saw of the TriC 60 but all in all it looked like it survived the trip once I got it out of the packaging. Planning on building it up this weekend once i figure out which switches I want to use.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: moonmaster on Sat, 27 May 2017, 10:52:12
Starting to see pics of these on reddit. Lunaris, can you tell us when we can expect the rest to ship?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: neon_tom on Sat, 27 May 2017, 12:44:26
Starting to see pics of these on reddit. Lunaris, can you tell us when we can expect the rest to ship?

I came to ask the exact same question
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: davisthegreat on Tue, 30 May 2017, 16:19:08
This came out great, gonna order a black on black now
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: moonmaster on Tue, 30 May 2017, 23:29:31
Lunaris, can you help us out? When will we see the rest shipped?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: opuswild on Fri, 02 June 2017, 09:46:00
Hi there - I'm new here and looking to get my first DIY keyboard and am interested in this kit.

Is this still available?  And if so, what is the turnaround time like from purchase to shipping?

Appreciate any info! :)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Puddsy on Fri, 02 June 2017, 12:50:34
Hi there - I'm new here and looking to get my first DIY keyboard and am interested in this kit.

Is this still available?  And if so, what is the turnaround time like from purchase to shipping?

Appreciate any info! :)

Group buys are generally unavailable once orders are closed. Your best bet is to start posting, and buy one from the classifieds when they're all shipped.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Cotay on Fri, 02 June 2017, 13:40:48
Hi there - I'm new here and looking to get my first DIY keyboard and am interested in this kit.

Is this still available?  And if so, what is the turnaround time like from purchase to shipping?

Appreciate any info! :)

Group buys are generally unavailable once orders are closed. Your best bet is to start posting, and buy one from the classifieds when they're all shipped.

It is still being listed as an active buy in the *** LIST OF CURRENTLY RUNNING COMMUNITY AND VENDOR GROUP BUYS *** thread. Also, the order form is also still active and orders have been placed as late as April 22. The general GB pattern of closing down the order form has not happened here.  I completely understand why opuswild asked the question and a more definitive answer should be given by LD.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: opuswild on Fri, 02 June 2017, 18:06:44
Hi there - I'm new here and looking to get my first DIY keyboard and am interested in this kit.

Is this still available?  And if so, what is the turnaround time like from purchase to shipping?

Appreciate any info! :)

Group buys are generally unavailable once orders are closed. Your best bet is to start posting, and buy one from the classifieds when they're all shipped.

It is still being listed as an active buy in the *** LIST OF CURRENTLY RUNNING COMMUNITY AND VENDOR GROUP BUYS *** thread. Also, the order form is also still active and orders have been placed as late as April 22. The general GB pattern of closing down the order form has not happened here.  I completely understand why opuswild asked the question and a more definitive answer should be given by LD.

That's exactly why I asked, thanks Cotay - hoping it's still running but I understand that it may be closed (even though the order form is still up)  :)

Puddsy, I appreciate the tip - I'll take a look there too!
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Cotay on Sat, 03 June 2017, 04:00:59
Hi there - I'm new here and looking to get my first DIY keyboard and am interested in this kit.

Is this still available?  And if so, what is the turnaround time like from purchase to shipping?

Appreciate any info! :)

Group buys are generally unavailable once orders are closed. Your best bet is to start posting, and buy one from the classifieds when they're all shipped.

It is still being listed as an active buy in the *** LIST OF CURRENTLY RUNNING COMMUNITY AND VENDOR GROUP BUYS *** thread. Also, the order form is also still active and orders have been placed as late as April 22. The general GB pattern of closing down the order form has not happened here.  I completely understand why opuswild asked the question and a more definitive answer should be given by LD.

That's exactly why I asked, thanks Cotay - hoping it's still running but I understand that it may be closed (even though the order form is still up)  :)

Puddsy, I appreciate the tip - I'll take a look there too!

I'd be interested in it also. I love my Tric 60s.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: moonmaster on Sun, 04 June 2017, 12:01:11
Is anyone else concerned about the fact that Lunaris has gone silent? He is such a great group buy runner and it is really out of character of him to just be MIA for weeks. I *know* he is honest and we are not being scammed or anything, but I am concerned that without him actively working to get these kits to us, it's not going to happen any time soon.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: aaron6301 on Sun, 04 June 2017, 15:28:39
Is anyone else concerned about the fact that Lunaris has gone silent? He is such a great group buy runner and it is really out of character of him to just be MIA for weeks. I *know* he is honest and we are not being scammed or anything, but I am concerned that without him actively working to get these kits to us, it's not going to happen any time soon.

Not sure about being a "great group buy runner"... Some of us from the ZZ96 R2/R2.5 GB are still waiting on parts/replacements and he hasn't addressed that thread since the beginning of March.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: moonmaster on Mon, 05 June 2017, 08:24:07
Is anyone else concerned about the fact that Lunaris has gone silent? He is such a great group buy runner and it is really out of character of him to just be MIA for weeks. I *know* he is honest and we are not being scammed or anything, but I am concerned that without him actively working to get these kits to us, it's not going to happen any time soon.

Not sure about being a "great group buy runner"... Some of us from the ZZ96 R2/R2.5 GB are still waiting on parts/replacements and he hasn't addressed that thread since the beginning of March.
Should we be considered PayPal disputes to protect ourselves? Or do you think he will come through?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: aaron6301 on Mon, 05 June 2017, 09:22:12
Is anyone else concerned about the fact that Lunaris has gone silent? He is such a great group buy runner and it is really out of character of him to just be MIA for weeks. I *know* he is honest and we are not being scammed or anything, but I am concerned that without him actively working to get these kits to us, it's not going to happen any time soon.

Not sure about being a "great group buy runner"... Some of us from the ZZ96 R2/R2.5 GB are still waiting on parts/replacements and he hasn't addressed that thread since the beginning of March.
Should we be considered PayPal disputes to protect ourselves? Or do you think he will come through?
That decision is entirely up to you.

Due to poor communication and disappearing acts, I will never join one of his GB's again. I've written multiple PM's via Reddit and GH, the last response I received was on 4/29.

I understand/believe that LD has good intentions, but the lack of updates/communication and overall disappearing acts negates my positive outlook. I think I'm pretty much SOL. I would consider your options if you still have protection. For myself and some others, we're way past that date.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: tron on Mon, 05 June 2017, 11:29:17
I was able to get a PayPal refund from him within 30 minutes of sending a message this morning. The general feeling I get is that we are still waiting on the gray cases so orders can be consolidated into one bulk shipment. If this is still the case then he should set everyone at ease with an update.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Mon, 05 June 2017, 13:31:31
I'm good.  Regular updates would be nice though.  Even if the update is that there are no new updates. 

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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: tuxkey on Thu, 08 June 2017, 06:43:27
Nice looking board. was just looking at a 75% or perhaps something new. other size / layout.
One thing that bothers me is non default size keycaps. and smaller shifts why not make them regular size opens us up to
all the nice keycaps out there...
Wanted to ask is this layout ever bin done ?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: bciamny on Thu, 08 June 2017, 09:46:49
Nice looking board. was just looking at a 75% or perhaps something new. other size / layout.
One thing that bothers me is non default size keycaps. and smaller shifts why not make them regular size opens us up to
all the nice keycaps out there...
Wanted to ask is this layout ever bin done ?


as a guide for keyboard layouts (and using what i think you mean to be reguly size keys), let's use the following sizes for rows 4 and 5 (shift row and spacebar row): 2.25u (u for units) for left shift, 2.75u for right shift, 1u for the remaining keys in row 4; 1.25u for the CTRL, ALT, and DZ keys, 6.25u for the spacebar and 1u for the remaining keys. adding those sizes up we get 17u for row 4 and 16.75u for row 5. there would be a small size difference between the rows.

a long way of saying the layout wouldn't be rectangular as your image suggests.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Koein on Fri, 09 June 2017, 23:43:05
Can I still join the GB or is it closed?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Cotay on Sat, 10 June 2017, 00:11:18
Nice looking board. was just looking at a 75% or perhaps something new. other size / layout.
One thing that bothers me is non default size keycaps. and smaller shifts why not make them regular size opens us up to
all the nice keycaps out there...
Wanted to ask is this layout ever bin done ?

Depends on what you mean by "nice keycaps". Most every GMK and SP set I have seen includes a 1.75 RShift. It's actually the cheaper sets that have the problem.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: UberWeasel on Mon, 12 June 2017, 12:00:52
Well, I emailed Jian (LunarisDream) a few days ago asking for an update, but haven't heard anything. Have any of you heard anything from him? I see he shipped out a few boards, but that was a while ago. I'm starting to think it's time to open a dispute with PayPal...
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: moonmaster on Wed, 14 June 2017, 18:44:41
Well, I emailed Jian (LunarisDream) a few days ago asking for an update, but haven't heard anything. Have any of you heard anything from him? I see he shipped out a few boards, but that was a while ago. I'm starting to think it's time to open a dispute with PayPal...
She/he is active on reddit, and gives refunds via PayPal for those who have requested it. But s/he is just ignoring this thread for some reason.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: jKaw on Tue, 20 June 2017, 12:35:42
Anything from LD? I couldn't get confirmation for a refund. Seem to have become inactive as of last Wednesday or so.


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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: astonlau on Wed, 21 June 2017, 05:20:37
Few days ago, I saw some shop on Taobao selling Tric75. They sold 58 kits of it. The selling record shows its been selling for 3 months. Exactly the first estimated shipping date. Then I tried to contact LD on Reddit but he doesnt respond even I doing claim for reimbursement on Paypal. Now I just want to take the money back.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: LunarisDream on Fri, 23 June 2017, 21:28:38
Hey folks. There's nothing new to update unfortunately despite the lengthy delay. Here is the current state of affairs:

I have the below orders (by Paypal invoice #) that are ready to ship or have shipped already:

TriC75_03
TriC75_07
TriC75_09
TriC75_11
TriC75_12
TriC75_13
TriC75_20
TriC75_26
TriC75_30
TriC75_37
TriC75_41
TriC75_44
TriC75_45
TriC75_50

The biggest cause of the current delay is that the parts that are black or gray needed to be reanodized due to the color not being accurate compared to the original. It should be taking this long, but the reality of it all is that it is taking longer than it should, and rushing HolyOOPs is generally a fruitless endeavor. This is why most of them are not ready to ship.

The listing from Taobao is from Baiyang who works with TriC as well, but separately. I'm not sure exactly what is enabling him to get the kits when I'm still waiting on the group's, but I don't think it's an issue of favoritism.

We are approaching the 6-month mark for the early adopters of the GB and refunds, if requested, will be (had have been) issued.

For those who have not cancelled, TriC is throwing in a free brass MX keycap as a way of apologizing for the delay.

And I have a personal apology to make: Regardless of whether there's anything new to update or not, it's irresponsible of me to go MIA on the thread and cause buyers unnecessary worry. I wish I could say with certainty that something like this won't happen again, but sometimes the pressure of it all overwhelms me and I feel the need to escape from it all, futile though it may be, temporarily. I am speaking frankly and this is not PR-speak. For the majority of the past month I have attempted to take refuge from the responsibilities that I've taken up, losing my time in studies (it's finals week) and video games (Overwatch primarily) as a form of escapism. I can't say it's really helped, but while it happened, I did feel a bit better, having taken my mind off things, however temporarily it may have been. The feeling of having nothing new to update while people have been waiting patiently is, honestly, dreadful. I think I'm over it now, though. There are a few disputes in my Paypal account, more messages in my GH and reddit inbox, and I'm going through them all right now. It's a beautiful Saturday morning, perfect for tackling outstanding problems.

Shoot me an email if you want to reach out about anything. my username @yahoo.com. I promise it won't take a month to respond this time around.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Sat, 24 June 2017, 00:19:11
Thanks for the update!  I completely understand how difficult it must be to organize this.  If we get antsy for our keyboards, we will also dive into a few matches of Overwatch!   Mei all the way!
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: murkey on Sat, 24 June 2017, 02:50:49
Yayyy thanks LD. Glad you're ok and this GB is still moving forward :)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: geofflane on Tue, 27 June 2017, 15:58:24
Appreciate the update! Looking forward to building mine.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: odd on Tue, 04 July 2017, 08:09:43
Anyone else get their Tric 75? I ask because mine died suddenly this Thursday when I was at work. As of now no computer can see it when I have it plugged in. I have tried multiple computers, different cables, etc. I checked the PCB and everything looks fine so I'm not sure what happened. This is a major bummer since this is my daily driver at work and I love it, I just wish I knew what was going on. Anyone else have their's die out of the blue, is there anything I can do to revive it?

Lunaris is there anything you can tell me to troubleshoot or things to test/look for?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: tobsn on Tue, 04 July 2017, 10:22:55
I have the below orders (by Paypal invoice #) that are ready to ship or have shipped already:
TriC75_03
TriC75_07
TriC75_09
TriC75_11
TriC75_12
TriC75_13
TriC75_20
TriC75_26
TriC75_30
TriC75_37
TriC75_41
TriC75_44
TriC75_45
TriC75_50

TriC75_55 ... aw so close :/
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: UberWeasel on Thu, 06 July 2017, 10:57:45
Hey LunarisDream, it's been 2 weeks since your last post where you stated you'd be better about updates. I think I speak for everybody on here when I say we don't care if there is nothing to update us with, but it would be nice to hear that from you once in a while. The total lack of communication is the bit that causes us to worry.

So how about at least weekly updates, even if they are, "Nothing new to report, still waiting." Seriously, it's not that hard to keep us all happy. We're patient (for the most part), but we don't like having to chase people down who have taken our money.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Thu, 06 July 2017, 11:00:41
I'd like clarification on what "ready to ship" meant as mine is amung those orders... I was expecting a tracking number within a few days.  I am very patient.  Just confused.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: neon_tom on Thu, 06 July 2017, 11:16:57
I'd like clarification on what "ready to ship" meant as mine is amung those orders... I was expecting a tracking number within a few days.  I am very patient.  Just confused.

I agree. My order number was in the "ready to ship" list, but I had already requested a refund a few weeks before that. I've received no updates on either front.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: UberWeasel on Fri, 07 July 2017, 07:05:02
Since the last line of his most recent posting said, "Shoot me an email if you want to reach out about anything. my username @yahoo.com. I promise it won't take a month to respond this time around." I decided to shoot him an email. I'll report back if I hear anything. I'm a very patient person, but I'm starting to get a bit frustrated with this whole situation.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: moonmaster on Fri, 07 July 2017, 09:47:29
Part of what makes this frustrating is knowing that the people who joined the Taobao buy have had theirs for months.  I'm not saying that SHOULD make it more frustrating, but that has been my experience so far.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Puddsy on Fri, 07 July 2017, 13:57:20
Part of what makes this frustrating is knowing that the people who joined the Taobao buy have had theirs for months.  I'm not saying that SHOULD make it more frustrating, but that has been my experience so far.

Chinese and Korean GBs have always shipped before US ones. Been the case since even old LZ GBs.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Tue, 11 July 2017, 11:50:35
Emailed Lunaris.  He says he is shipping those listed above now.  And I think I got my tracking number.  90% sure as I didnt order anything else.   He updated the tracking sheet too.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: UberWeasel on Thu, 13 July 2017, 07:28:13
Emailed Lunaris.  He says he is shipping those listed above now.  And I think I got my tracking number.  90% sure as I didnt order anything else.   He updated the tracking sheet too.

Glad he responded to you, I emailed him a week ago and haven't heard anything. Be nice if he would visit us and say hi at least...
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Nicholost on Thu, 13 July 2017, 12:06:36
I received my TriC 75 last night.  I am board TriC75_37 and in the USA, so things are moving forward.  The board is much heavier than I expected, which is a treat.  The plate fit in the case is precise and even.  One of the two acrylic windows below the board has a slight gap -- less than 1mm -- whereas the other is an exact fit.  Since these windows are below the board, it is completely unnoticeable and not something I can complain about.  I chose a purple case and a purple plate and was very pleased to see the ano shades are identical.  I plugged the naked PCB in and the board illuminated as expected.  I will have to solder switches on for the full test, but so far, so good.  Honestly, I think this board was worth the wait.  Thanks, LunarisDream!
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Thu, 13 July 2017, 19:42:08
Received mine today.  Like Nocholost said, very heavy duty keyboard.  I don't have any of the alignment issues he mentioned.  Everything fits together well.  I will post pictures after I build it out.

Gray case
Red plate
gateron blacks
white LEDs

EDIT: I really hate the stabilzers I bought... going to buy some new ones... oh well. 
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: notbrain on Thu, 13 July 2017, 22:14:17
Got mine today, all black looks great. Will post build as it goes.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Cotay on Thu, 13 July 2017, 22:21:04
I'm glad to hear these are looking good. I missed the GB for these so I ordered one in black on Taobao a few days ago. I'll be interested to see pics of everyone's builds.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: tobsn on Fri, 14 July 2017, 09:31:08
just fyi the tric60 b-stock arrived last week.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Komatoz on Fri, 14 July 2017, 23:40:59
I paid a while back already, but im still showing as "invoiced"???

Why is this?  :/
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: murkey on Sat, 15 July 2017, 12:32:26
My keyboard arrived a few days ago. The case is gorgeous, but the PCB appears to be completely dead. I can't get any computer to recognize it, nothing lights up... Any ideas? :(
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Sat, 15 July 2017, 12:39:32
My keyboard arrived a few days ago. The case is gorgeous, but the PCB appears to be completely dead. I can't get any computer to recognize it, nothing lights up... Any ideas? :(

If it is like mine, all the RGB LEDs will light up and cycle right away.  Have you tried plugging it into another computer to make sure its the keyboard and not the computer?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: murkey on Sat, 15 July 2017, 12:43:25
My keyboard arrived a few days ago. The case is gorgeous, but the PCB appears to be completely dead. I can't get any computer to recognize it, nothing lights up... Any ideas? :(

If it is like mine, all the RGB LEDs will light up and cycle right away.  Have you tried plugging it into another computer to make sure its the keyboard and not the computer?

Yes, and it appears to have fried the USB port on my PC. Well, my build day just went downhill fast.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: murkey on Sat, 15 July 2017, 12:48:20
My keyboard arrived a few days ago. The case is gorgeous, but the PCB appears to be completely dead. I can't get any computer to recognize it, nothing lights up... Any ideas? :(

If it is like mine, all the RGB LEDs will light up and cycle right away.  Have you tried plugging it into another computer to make sure its the keyboard and not the computer?

Yes, and it appears to have fried the USB port on my PC. Well, my build day just went downhill fast.

Ok, fully shutting down the PC and unplugging it for a bit, then rebooting got the USB port working again, but I really don't want to plug this PCB in again :/
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: murkey on Sat, 15 July 2017, 12:55:01
I'm using the same setup I always do to test PCBs and my other boards are working fine with the cable and laptop I'm using. The USB port soldering on the TriC board looks pretty messy - I bet there's a short. Waiting to hear other ideas before i get too crazy, but that's my current theory. Sorry for spamming the thread, just was really excited to build :/

Update: Measured resistance across the USB port pins with a multimiter. Between the 5v and Data- pin the resistance is only 1.5kΩ, so I think that's probably the issue. Between 5v and ground is about 5.5kΩ, which is also concerning. All other pin pairs have very high resistance between them.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Sun, 16 July 2017, 15:31:35
I bet if you took some close up photos of the PCB and made a post on another board asking for help someone could spot the issue.  Maybe it's a simple solder fix

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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: luigimario77 on Sun, 16 July 2017, 20:02:51
If I order right now, when would this ship to the US?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: murkey on Mon, 17 July 2017, 10:27:33
I bet if you took some close up photos of the PCB and made a post on another board asking for help someone could spot the issue.  Maybe it's a simple solder fix

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Thanks fluxrez. I've been getting some help from a friend who's pretty good with electronics and will try to get some help online as well. If you have a suggestion for which forum/board to ask on, let me know - need to head off to work now but I should have some time tonight. I also sent LD an email. Hopefully I'll hear something soon. If anyone knows how to get in touch with TriC directly that would be amazing as well.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Cotay on Tue, 18 July 2017, 02:16:23
Can anyone who has received their Tric 75 tell me what sort of packaging it came in or post a picture of it? I'm running into issues with my order for this on Taobao and parts are missing.

Here is the picture of how the hardware arrived. I've already confirmed with the Agent that a lot is missing.

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This is the picture that the Taobao agent sent and it appears it just came loose in bubble wrap. This is much different that the quality packaging from the Tric60 so I'm wondering if this is B-stock.

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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Tue, 18 July 2017, 16:46:03
Can anyone who has received their Tric 75 tell me what sort of packaging it came in or post a picture of it? I'm running into issues with my order for this on Taobao and parts are missing.

Here is the picture of how the hardware arrived. I've already confirmed with the Agent that a lot is missing.

(Attachment Link)

This is the picture that the Taobao agent sent and it appears it just came loose in bubble wrap. This is much different that the quality packaging from the Tric60 so I'm wondering if this is B-stock.

(Attachment Link)

My packaging was on the bad side too.  But there wasn't any damage.  You appear to be missing the little rubber nipples for the bottom of the feet.   Everything else seems okay. 

Honestly though you shouldn't use those feet.  Bad for the wrists according to our companies ergonomic desk setter upper


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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Cotay on Wed, 19 July 2017, 00:50:39
Can anyone who has received their Tric 75 tell me what sort of packaging it came in or post a picture of it? I'm running into issues with my order for this on Taobao and parts are missing.

Here is the picture of how the hardware arrived. I've already confirmed with the Agent that a lot is missing.

(Attachment Link)

This is the picture that the Taobao agent sent and it appears it just came loose in bubble wrap. This is much different that the quality packaging from the Tric60 so I'm wondering if this is B-stock.

(Attachment Link)

My packaging was on the bad side too.  But there wasn't any damage.  You appear to be missing the little rubber nipples for the bottom of the feet.   Everything else seems okay. 

Honestly though you shouldn't use those feet.  Bad for the wrists according to our companies ergonomic desk setter upper


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Thanks. It's odd that Tric didn't package these in the fancy boxes like the Tric60. From the picture, I think it is missing the rubber feet, the two screw inserts for the feet, two screws for one of the side acrylic pieces, and two screws for the top plate.

Did all of your hardware also come in a baggy like this?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Wed, 19 July 2017, 02:31:41
Oh yeah, I couldn't really see all your screws.  Maybe they fell out in shipping?  =(  Mine was in a box, but it was a little crushed.  and had less packaging than I would imagine is normal. 

I wasn't going to mention it though, as everything was fine. 

I'm waiting for stabilizers in the mail...  or I would have built the board by now.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Cotay on Wed, 19 July 2017, 13:29:16
Oh yeah, I couldn't really see all your screws.  Maybe they fell out in shipping?  =(  Mine was in a box, but it was a little crushed.  and had less packaging than I would imagine is normal. 

I wasn't going to mention it though, as everything was fine. 

I'm waiting for stabilizers in the mail...  or I would have built the board by now.

Thanks! Fortunately the TaoBao agent contacted the seller and a proper bag of hardware is being sent.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Komatoz on Thu, 20 July 2017, 17:26:27
Lunaris has once again, dropped out of contact....

Great...

I really dont wanna have to refund :/

Forever stuck as "invoiced"....
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: notbrain on Thu, 20 July 2017, 23:24:24
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/e294ac12d0a20771b0835cc5a490d314.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/4d7a10ba7fdca08cab903106fb51f468.jpg)

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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: techfresh on Fri, 21 July 2017, 00:06:20
Lunaris has once again, dropped out of contact....

Great...

I really dont wanna have to refund :/

Forever stuck as "invoiced"....
Some people in the ZZ96 GB reported updates they got from Lunaris as recently as last week. Not sure if you have tried emailing yet, you might have more luck that way.


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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Cotay on Fri, 21 July 2017, 02:50:22
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Interesting you have clear bump pads. My black one is coming with black ones like on both of my Tric60s.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Komatoz on Sun, 23 July 2017, 18:00:09
Lunaris has once again, dropped out of contact....

Great...

I really dont wanna have to refund :/

Forever stuck as "invoiced"....
Some people in the ZZ96 GB reported updates they got from Lunaris as recently as last week. Not sure if you have tried emailing yet, you might have more luck that way.


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Ah okay, maybe I will email him instead.

But so far, he hasn't responded on GH messages, nor Reddit. 
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: odd on Mon, 24 July 2017, 18:07:52
So after spending all weekend trying to revive my board I realized it's dead dead dead or at least I don't have the skills to figure out where it died. I have basically replaced  everything except for the ATMega chip and it's in no better or worse shape then before. Is it possible to buy a PCB or are there just none left and I'm out of luck?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Cotay on Thu, 27 July 2017, 23:37:46
So after spending all weekend trying to revive my board I realized it's dead dead dead or at least I don't have the skills to figure out where it died. I have basically replaced  everything except for the ATMega chip and it's in no better or worse shape then before. Is it possible to buy a PCB or are there just none left and I'm out of luck?

If you don't get a hold of LD, you could always try a B.mini from Winkeyless or a clone from Taobao: https://world.taobao.com/item/532865269364.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a312a.7700824.w4004-15386017182.6.672e1ae2UMBDkL

The LEDs certainly aren't on the side location, but it otherwise looks compatible. The USB port looks to be in the same location. At least then you would have a working board. I think the clone also has provision for RGB strips (can't be certain), if so you could try and run them along the sides.

Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: ambalek on Mon, 31 July 2017, 03:08:00
Is everyone still patiently waiting for a shipping notification or update, or is it just me?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Komatoz on Tue, 01 August 2017, 03:42:01
Even after like 2 weeks I am still getting ZERO replies from Lunaris about me inquiring (GH, Email) about me forever being stuck as "invoiced" on his spreadsheet.

Admittedly I am starting to feel pretty freaking upset about this.

It's been over an entire month since he has promised regular updates. People ask questions, he gives no response.   
I am just going to risk sounding like an ******* and flat out say that although this isnt a bad group buy since things happen, the lack of communication in EVERY way possible, makes Lunaris a terrible GB runner.

Going to wait a week or so for ANY sort of response from Lunaris before I give up and file a paypal claim...

This sucks...I was really looking forward to the keyboard kit :/
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: tobsn on Thu, 03 August 2017, 10:08:14
Well considering the tric60 b-stock had no updates in while and then suddenly arrived I think he's just overwhelmed and it's not really his fault so all he could do anyway is tell people that the tric group isn't delivering or delaying.

He could say that here though... :D

I'm just gonna wait a bit longer till mid month, considering my payment was sent in mid April, its not the worst group buy delay.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Komatoz on Thu, 03 August 2017, 21:28:51
Well considering the tric60 b-stock had no updates in while and then suddenly arrived I think he's just overwhelmed and it's not really his fault so all he could do anyway is tell people that the tric group isn't delivering or delaying.

He could say that here though... :D

I'm just gonna wait a bit longer till mid month, considering my payment was sent in mid April, its not the worst group buy delay.

Good point...

Maybe ill just wait a bit more then.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Fri, 04 August 2017, 00:51:43
(http://i.imgur.com/gK5DZP5.jpg)

More:
http://imgur.com/a/XFKOR
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Phinnegan on Fri, 04 August 2017, 12:12:47
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/gK5DZP5.jpg)


More:
http://imgur.com/a/XFKOR

That's just cruel.  :thumb:
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Fri, 04 August 2017, 13:06:55
I thought it might give everyone hope. 

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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Fri, 04 August 2017, 21:36:38
Has anyone found the software for this yet?

I found a version of it online, but its not quite right... the keys dont appear in the right places on the screen
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: TerryMathews on Fri, 04 August 2017, 22:31:19
Has anyone found the software for this yet?

I found a version of it online, but its not quite right... the keys dont appear in the right places on the screen

Bootmapper doesn't display the matrix in any sort of arrangement (Well, it does - it's row and column pin mapping). The right way to use Bootmapper is to click Download, the click Toggle Bootmapper. Hit a key on your keyboard then click at the bottom on what it's supposed to be. Wash, rinse, repeat until your matrix is complete then check Reboot after uploading and click Upload.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Fri, 04 August 2017, 22:54:40
Nice... that is a bit easier then what I did...  :thumb:
thank you

There is probably a newer version somewhere though... might have to compile it myself though... Ive never done that.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: TerryMathews on Sat, 05 August 2017, 10:47:28
http://blog.winkeyless.kr/155

And no, you don't have to compile.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: UberWeasel on Tue, 08 August 2017, 05:39:12
LunarisDream - Come on man, 7 weeks with NO update?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: ambalek on Wed, 09 August 2017, 03:42:52
LunarisDream - Come on man, 7 weeks with NO update?

Can we form a TriC 75% Brevis support group and do a big group hug?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: clickityClackity on Wed, 09 August 2017, 10:28:05
LunarisDream - Come on man, 7 weeks with NO update?

Can we form a TriC 75% Brevis support group and do a big group hug?
I call first! I need it after all this waiting... :(

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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: FioraCorp on Wed, 09 August 2017, 13:09:51
Hey all got a brevis for the s.o. a while back and we finally had the chance to tune the switches and build it up.
(http://i.imgur.com/AjUIKsC.jpg)
She really wanted the mac look to go along with the work setup and I think the silver color really delivered on that.  Building was relatively simple though we did need to touch up a solder point on a diode.  Overall really solid feel. Worth noting: we used lubed mx silents with the rgb bottom housing and it came out so quiet it might be more quiet than the mac book pro's keyboard.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: fluxrez on Wed, 09 August 2017, 16:59:58
Hey all got a brevis for the s.o. a while back and we finally had the chance to tune the switches and build it up.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/AjUIKsC.jpg)

She really wanted the mac look to go along with the work setup and I think the silver color really delivered on that.  Building was relatively simple though we did need to touch up a solder point on a diode.  Overall really solid feel. Worth noting: we used lubed mx silents with the rgb bottom housing and it came out so quiet it might be more quiet than the mac book pro's keyboard.
Love how you made it match the mac!  Even though I'm not a Mac fan.  Noice

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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: stoic-lemon on Wed, 09 August 2017, 21:16:13
That looks amazing. Nice job.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: notbrain on Thu, 10 August 2017, 11:24:09
She really wanted the mac look to go along with the work setup...

Sigh...too bad open/closed Apple keys aren't readily available (or even the universal "command" symbol 4-leaf clover). Would love to mimic an old ][gs keyboard too.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: notbrain on Wed, 16 August 2017, 13:40:53
Looks like my PCB is FUBAR. Might have been that way from the beginning, might have been my solder-unsolder-resolder job that did it (forgot to install the stabilizers!!! don't mention it please.). Either way it started to be recognized as a kb on macOS but now it just lights up but no more keyboard detection in the OS. No keys work at all even when it was detected as a USB device. Will try new cables etc but it looks bleak.

I need more spares, is there anywhere to get another board that's compatible without needing to wait 6 months? Is my main option to hardwire it and use a teensy?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: murkey on Thu, 17 August 2017, 16:52:53
Looks like my PCB is FUBAR. Might have been that way from the beginning, might have been my solder-unsolder-resolder job that did it (forgot to install the stabilizers!!! don't mention it please.). Either way it started to be recognized as a kb on macOS but now it just lights up but no more keyboard detection in the OS. No keys work at all even when it was detected as a USB device. Will try new cables etc but it looks bleak.

I need more spares, is there anywhere to get another board that's compatible without needing to wait 6 months? Is my main option to hardwire it and use a teensy?

I still need a new PCB as well (mine was DoA). I emailed LD but no response. Considering trying to find someone else to get in touch with TriC and try to order a few... Let me know if you have ideas, happy to help.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: notbrain on Thu, 17 August 2017, 18:19:48
Yeah happy to go in with you on an order, where can I find more info on ordering directly?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: murkey on Fri, 18 August 2017, 16:27:51
Not sure. I've never dealt with TaoBao/proxies before. I know Originative was working on the TriC TKL board, so I'm planning on reaching out to them, but I feel pretty clueless since TriC has no online presence AFAICT.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: UberWeasel on Wed, 23 August 2017, 12:08:20
So I'm starting to think LunarisDream has gone totally MIA. He hasn't been active on Reddit for some time now, he's not responding to emails or pm, and he isn't posting here at all. With no real recourse at this point I guess those of us that stuck it out beyond the PayPal payment protection date are SOL. Joy.

Has anybody heard anything from him?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: clickityClackity on Wed, 23 August 2017, 13:31:09
So I'm starting to think LunarisDream has gone totally MIA. He hasn't been active on Reddit for some time now, he's not responding to emails or pm, and he isn't posting here at all. With no real recourse at this point I guess those of us that stuck it out beyond the PayPal payment protection date are SOL. Joy.

Has anybody heard anything from him?
I'm over it at this point. A mass email can take less than 5 minutes or just be automated, so there's really no excuse after that last update (when he said he'd reply to all the email and make regular updates).

Luckily I joined very late.

Since he hasn't responded to my last message (I asked him if I could buy spares from other cancelations, ironically), does anyone have a suggestion on the best way to cancel?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: tobsn on Wed, 23 August 2017, 19:36:39
Quote
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYm6eAEQoQE

Personal problems aside, here are what I know for the current two buys:

TriC75: Production has finished in its entirety, including the ones that had to be redone from the initial batch. After contacting the TriC team, they will now proceed with packing and sorting.

ZZ96: Unable to get in contact with the person responsible for production during the day, likely due to it being midnight in China. In contrast, the person from the TriC team whom I spoke to was in Virginia and so was able to respond promptly. As soon as I get more info, I will send out an email to those in the buy.

Came via email.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: UberWeasel on Thu, 24 August 2017, 04:47:33
Yup, as tobsn said, LunarisDream sent out a mass email yesterday explaining why he's been absent. The timeline doesn't really make sense as he's been non-communicative for nearly 2 months, but was active on Reddit as recent as 25 days ago. But, whatever. If he gets me my keyboard then all is forgiven.

So, LunarisDream, when you get back to China this weekend, how about an update?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Maevy on Fri, 25 August 2017, 12:50:26
Hello LunarisDream

Since you don't respond to pm's or the forum on (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=80649.0) ZZ96 i'm writing here.

I am not the only one that have problems with trying to contact you from the ZZ96 GB.

I am still waiting over 6 months for your answer how we can resolve the defect ZZ96 board I got from you.

Last response I got from you was Wed, 25 January 2017, 19:51:00, after you said you wanted to help me resolve this you started ignoring my PM's.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Puddsy on Fri, 25 August 2017, 13:06:32
Hello LunarisDream

Since you don't respond to pm's or the forum on (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=80649.0) ZZ96 i'm writing here.

I am not the only one that have problems with trying to contact you from the ZZ96 GB.

I am still waiting over 6 months for your answer how we can resolve the defect ZZ96 board I got from you.

Last response I got from you was Wed, 25 January 2017, 19:51:00, after you said you wanted to help me resolve this you started ignoring my PM's.

Scroll up a bit. He's been basically MIA for a while.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: odd on Fri, 25 August 2017, 18:00:32
So I guess I'm not the only one with a defective PCB. As someone posted here (sorry on my cell phone) the winkeyless pcb's and their clones fit perfect and work better using the bootmapper client. Still not sure about the rgb strips because if you add 2 strips of 5 you will be hitting 30 rgb lites so I have yet to do that. So people with dead PCBs there is a option.

On that note I was able to reflow the entire PCB with all new parts and still no dice in getting it working so there must be a serious defect with the PCB and the PCB does not seem like it was designed for this case exclusivly ( the strange rgb lites installed where the TriC logo is for example) so maybe these were b stock or something.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: tobsn on Wed, 30 August 2017, 20:13:18
https://www.reddit.com/r/mechmarket/comments/6x3ntj/gb_tric75_brevis_aluminum_custom_sale_for_instock/

Quote
After an extended leave of absence from the web due to personal issues, I have five refunded orders for TriC75 - Brevis that are available to ship immediately from China (about 5 days from payment to arrival).

Well, this just happened.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Cotay on Wed, 30 August 2017, 20:47:48
https://www.reddit.com/r/mechmarket/comments/6x3ntj/gb_tric75_brevis_aluminum_custom_sale_for_instock/

Quote
After an extended leave of absence from the web due to personal issues, I have five refunded orders for TriC75 - Brevis that are available to ship immediately from China (about 5 days from payment to arrival).

Well, this just happened.

Wow...that's really bad form and he knows it based upon the last question he answers in his post.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: heavyheaded on Fri, 08 September 2017, 20:58:13
And another week goes by without updates... :thumb:
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: TerryMathews on Sat, 09 September 2017, 18:43:32
I debated posting this, I'm not sure if it will make things better or worse...

The extra I bought on Reddit landed already. So, they do exist and he is shipping them.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Phinnegan on Tue, 26 September 2017, 18:58:44
Received mine today via DHL, looks great, bit of a wait on this one but it finally showed up, so no real complaints here.  I've developed very low expectations for group buys so anything that actually shows up is a basically a success.  Pics some other time, the tric keycap is a nice bonus.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: geofflane on Tue, 26 September 2017, 19:30:23
Got mine today too. Haven't had a chance to test the PCB yet or anything, but it looks like all the pieces are there. It took a while for sure!
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: UberWeasel on Wed, 27 September 2017, 12:56:50
Mine came today, and while the box looks like it was dragged behind a bus everything *appears* to be ok. I've not yet tested it as I used the switches on another KB project after having given up on this GB, but it does look ok.

I would suggest LunarisDream NEVER run another group buy. Clearly he's not capable of managing one efficiently, and his communication has been terrible. I just pray everything works as I really don't want to try and get anything replaced by him.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: ambalek on Wed, 27 September 2017, 14:08:12
Mine arrived today. The small bag for the screws and feet split, so there were screws in the outer courier packing (outside of the cardboard box). Be careful not to quickly throw all of your packing away!

The case, plate, and PCB are all immaculate though, so that’s my only issue (so far, need to test the PCB!)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: seblove on Wed, 27 September 2017, 14:46:34
Mine came today, and while the box looks like it was dragged behind a bus everything *appears* to be ok. I've not yet tested it as I used the switches on another KB project after having given up on this GB, but it does look ok.

I would suggest LunarisDream NEVER run another group buy. Clearly he's not capable of managing one efficiently, and his communication has been terrible. I just pray everything works as I really don't want to try and get anything replaced by him.

He's run a few groupbuys now and at the end of the day, people receive their boards and are happy (pretty sure the zz96 gb went relatively well).. the same cannot be said for soo many gbs out there. The guy had his internet access restricted, then he made a public apology and followed through. I think we should be appreciative of his efforts as opposed to insulting..
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: FioraCorp on Wed, 27 September 2017, 15:19:20
LD dropped the ball on communication.
But I got a board in the end.

I joined at the start of this buy (number 9) and another group buy at around the same time, and right now there's a decent amount of communication in that buy, but have yet to receive a board with no real end in sight.
IMHO I much prefer the former of these cases.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: ambalek on Thu, 28 September 2017, 03:03:43
I tested my PCB and it’s fine, the LEDs work and the keys register.

I also tested screw-in stabs, mine are Zeal. They fit under the plate and don’t short traces on the board, so I’m going to use them.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: notbrain on Thu, 28 September 2017, 15:52:54
I tested my PCB and it’s fine, the LEDs work and the keys register.

I also tested screw-in stabs, mine are Zeal. They fit under the plate and don’t short traces on the board, so I’m going to use them.

Was thinking of doing exactly/similar to this, but I'm not sure if these are the same type - https://zealpc.net/collections/switches/products/gold-plated-hot-swap-sockets-for-pcbs

Are they screw in? I don't mind soldering but just wondering if these would work for hot swap switch capability.

Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: notbrain on Thu, 28 September 2017, 15:57:12
Mine arrived today. The small bag for the screws and feet split, so there were screws in the outer courier packing (outside of the cardboard box). Be careful not to quickly throw all of your packing away!

The case, plate, and PCB are all immaculate though, so that’s my only issue (so far, need to test the PCB!)

Got my 2nd kit the other day, had the same issue--screws loose inside the box, but at least all there. First kit was assembled and everything was in place. Getting sloppy.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: heavyheaded on Thu, 28 September 2017, 20:14:05
Of the people who recently received theirs, can anyone confirm if the google doc is being updated? I haven't noticed any changes and I check it fiarly regularly. Still hoping I actually get my board. :-(
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: ambalek on Fri, 29 September 2017, 09:07:45
I tested my PCB and it’s fine, the LEDs work and the keys register.

I also tested screw-in stabs, mine are Zeal. They fit under the plate and don’t short traces on the board, so I’m going to use them.

Was thinking of doing exactly/similar to this, but I'm not sure if these are the same type - https://zealpc.net/collections/switches/products/gold-plated-hot-swap-sockets-for-pcbs

Are they screw in? I don't mind soldering but just wondering if these would work for hot swap switch capability.

I meant stabilisers rather than hot swap sockets, but I actually used hot swap sockets on this build as well and they work. Mine aren’t from Zeal though
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: person on Fri, 29 September 2017, 16:01:30
Of the people who recently received theirs, can anyone confirm if the google doc is being updated? I haven't noticed any changes and I check it fiarly regularly. Still hoping I actually get my board. :-(

I received a grey kit earlier this week and can confirm the doc is still being updated. I actually received a DHL Express text notification first before I checked the doc, where I saw that the entry had been updated to "Submitted for shipping".

I haven't had a chance to test yet, but the grey case definitely looks very nice. I also didn't have any of the issues with loose screws in the packaging.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Puddsy on Fri, 29 September 2017, 16:16:10
Of the people who recently received theirs, can anyone confirm if the google doc is being updated? I haven't noticed any changes and I check it fiarly regularly. Still hoping I actually get my board. :-(

I received a grey kit earlier this week and can confirm the doc is still being updated. I actually received a DHL Express text notification first before I checked the doc, where I saw that the entry had been updated to "Submitted for shipping".

I haven't had a chance to test yet, but the grey case definitely looks very nice. I also didn't have any of the issues with loose screws in the packaging.

friend of mine had 2 kits come and there were no issues with screws or anything
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Phinnegan on Tue, 03 October 2017, 16:22:57
(https://i.imgur.com/35y1g3F.jpg)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: ambalek on Tue, 03 October 2017, 17:38:43
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/35y1g3F.jpg)


Nice job :thumb:

How is it so far? I've been enjoying mine a lot.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: heavyheaded on Mon, 09 October 2017, 16:45:20
Any updates? Been a while since the mea culpa where we were promised updates and there have been no updates.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: PoisonHeadcrab on Sun, 22 October 2017, 06:47:44
Sorry for the stupid question, but do the switches on these mount on the plate or the PCB?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: heavyheaded on Fri, 27 October 2017, 12:21:14
What's the status of the remaining orders? There are a lot of us still waiting.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: clickityClackity on Fri, 27 October 2017, 13:26:36
What's the status of the remaining orders? There are a lot of us still waiting.
Wondering the same... I thought it was all sorted out, I was excited about it arriving soon.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: rioc on Wed, 01 November 2017, 10:40:01
@LunarisDream: I know it's the wrong thread, but there is no specific TriC80 one. anyways, do you have a graphic, or a list of possible bottom-row layouts for the TriC80 with the blockers?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: PoisonHeadcrab on Thu, 02 November 2017, 15:08:36
Sorry for the stupid question, but do the switches on these mount on the plate or the PCB?

Anyone?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: rioc on Fri, 03 November 2017, 07:25:12
Sorry for the stupid question, but do the switches on these mount on the plate or the PCB?

Anyone?


plate :)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: PoisonHeadcrab on Mon, 06 November 2017, 02:25:36
Sorry for the stupid question, but do the switches on these mount on the plate or the PCB?

Anyone?


plate :)

Thanks! About to order some Cherry MX Green switches for this right now.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Nicholost on Tue, 07 November 2017, 00:53:21
Now with JTK Purple on White and Kailh BOXs.  Pretty pleased so far.

(https://i.imgur.com/COBqxiv.jpg)
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: FioraCorp on Tue, 07 November 2017, 01:24:02
Now with JTK Purple on White and Kailh BOXs.  Pretty pleased so far.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/COBqxiv.jpg)


Wow that case color is really nice!!  Great looking build.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: heavyheaded on Fri, 10 November 2017, 11:33:33
Hey Lunarisdream - do you have any updates?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: clickityClackity on Fri, 10 November 2017, 15:00:15
Hey Lunarisdream - do you have any updates?
If the updates are anything like my request for a refund two weeks ago, the answer is:

.............
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: heavyheaded on Wed, 15 November 2017, 10:56:49
I think we're due for another youtube mea culpa to string us along for a few more months. Really digging all those pics from the couple of people who actually got their kits!
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: tobsn on Wed, 15 November 2017, 12:02:48
Really digging all those pics from the couple of people who actually got their kits!

You mean the left overs that got sold month after the original GB and arrived within a week? Yeah, that's pretty great...
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: clickityClackity on Mon, 20 November 2017, 09:50:57
HEY DUDE GIVE ME MY ****ING MONEY BACK PLEASE..... I asked a long time ago and you've proven to be full of it. No offense intended, but you should take offence. If you **** up, that's fine. If you **** up, then publicly tell everyone what happened and appologize, that's great. If you do all that then promise them to update them...... and ignore ****ing everyone? No, that is ****ty. No LunarisDream, no. Bad.

I'll get in touch with PayPal to see what they can do (and sorry for the sudden outburst, I was pretty calm two minutes ago)

Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: heavyheaded on Tue, 21 November 2017, 10:13:32
HEY DUDE GIVE ME MY ****ING MONEY BACK PLEASE..... I asked a long time ago and you've proven to be full of it. No offense intended, but you should take offence. If you **** up, that's fine. If you **** up, then publicly tell everyone what happened and appologize, that's great. If you do all that then promise them to update them...... and ignore ****ing everyone? No, that is ****ty. No LunarisDream, no. Bad.

I'll get in touch with PayPal to see what they can do (and sorry for the sudden outburst, I was pretty calm two minutes ago)

This is totally justified.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: heavyheaded on Thu, 30 November 2017, 17:54:22
Another week has passed with no updates, and a bunch of people are still without the boards they paid for.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: PoisonHeadcrab on Sun, 03 December 2017, 07:25:44
Another week has passed with no updates, and a bunch of people are still without the boards they paid for.

Ikr, my order says "Submitted for Shipping & Packing" for weeks already. I don't mind waiting, that's just how it is with these group buys, but some updates would be nice.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: nickaster1 on Sun, 03 December 2017, 10:32:49
Will there be another round?

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Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: FioraCorp on Sun, 03 December 2017, 10:39:12
Will there be another round?

Sent from my Moto G (5) Plus using Tapatalk

You're...joking right?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: nickaster1 on Sun, 03 December 2017, 11:02:38
Will there be another round?

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You're...joking right?
Yep

Sent from my Moto G (5) Plus using Tapatalk

Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: tobsn on Tue, 05 December 2017, 12:34:37
... that's just how it is with these group buys...

no. just no.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: heavyheaded on Wed, 13 December 2017, 22:49:58
Here's the semi-weekly "We got ripped off by LunarisDream" post. We got ripped of by LunarisDream.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: PoisonHeadcrab on Mon, 18 December 2017, 17:16:48
Here's the semi-weekly "We got ripped off by LunarisDream" post. We got ripped of by LunarisDream.

... that's just how it is with these group buys...

no. just no.


Could you guys elaborate on what makes you so convinced?

What makes this group buy different than for example the EXENT group buy? I entered that around the same time as this one, still haven't got either boards.
Plus, many people already seem to have gotten their deliveries.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: clickityClackity on Mon, 18 December 2017, 17:28:12
Here's the semi-weekly "We got ripped off by LunarisDream" post. We got ripped of by LunarisDream.

... that's just how it is with these group buys...

no. just no.


Could you guys elaborate on what makes you so convinced?

What makes this group buy different than for example the EXENT group buy? I entered that around the same time as this one, still haven't got either boards.
Plus, many people already seem to have gotten their deliveries.
Well, I've asked for a refund a couple of times and gotten ignored (he said he'd offer refunds). He also said he would provide weekly updates and... Well, nothing lol
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: tobsn on Mon, 08 January 2018, 16:50:31
Jian Du/LunarisDream,

It's been over 1 year since the original GB started, 7 month since you sent out the first and only batch of some 20 boards from the original GB, 4 month since the last GB email, 3 since your sold and shipped your "left overs" ignoring the original GB purchases, all without replying any of my emails - I request a refund:

Invoice #: TriC75_55
Invoice Date: 04 Apr 2017
Amount: 180,54 USD

Same arrived via e-mail in your mailbox.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: clickityClackity on Mon, 08 January 2018, 20:14:31
I thought I had already posted this but evidently not, but here is his update sent via email on 12/28:

"Hey all,

An update is long overdue. Sorry for being absent (after saying I wasn't going to do exactly that in the previous update). Personal reasons will just bore you and be a piss poor attempt to garner sympathy so let's move on to how the two buys will be concluded.

If this email has reached you in error, please feel free to ignore and delete it.

ZZ96:

    Aluminum parts (case and plate) are complete, packed, and were shipped out and en route to me earlier today. It's coming from the southernmost region of China to the Northeast where I am (Changchun), so it will probably take 5-7 days to reach me. I have attached an image of the parts pre-shipment.
    Acrylic parts (the central diffuser plate, possible triangular side diffusers) had to be pushed up the production pipeline since the place that works on them is also working to fulfill a Chinese group buy for acrylic keycap cases. This should not take long from now to complete.
    PCBs had one issue after another with shipping and were supposed to be shipped out to me this time last month. They were finally shipped out tonight to me and should be here in a few days, earlier than the cases. I purchased a couple extras because some people were asking for extras a while back. A photo of the PCBs prior to shipping to me is also attached.


TriC75:

    Due to multiple points of miscommunication, this buy is largely unable to be fulfilled. This is much more on me than TriC so please do not blame them (save for the production delays). I have 7 kits remaining with me that I will inspect and ship out to fulfill what outstanding orders I can, but the remainder will have to be refunded. The 180-day Paypal period has long since passed so verifying the orders and refunds may be a cumbersome process, but I will take care of them.


Other affairs:

    Some disputes were opened during my absence (I don't blame anyone for doing so, I'd do the same in your shoes) and went through. If you want your spot back, I'd be happy to accommodate. Requests for refunds will also be honored, but the main issue is that I no longer have enough money in my Paypal account to handle the backlog of said requests in my inbox. Almost all of the GB money were transferred to China to pay for production and shipping, when the time comes. However, this can be resolved via the following methods:
        Selling of unclaimed ZZ96 spots: I have over 10 spots available. If some of them are picked up by others, it would be easy for me to take care of the pending refund requests.
        Selling of some TriC60 gen 3 cases and TriC80 kits that are in-stock and ready to ship from China. I have verified that they are indeed in stock and ready to ship, and will hopefully have a TriC80 kit arrive for inspection in a few days since I don't feel comfortable selling something I've not used before.
        Please understand that refund requests will be honored to the best of my ability, but it will take time for me to gather the funds via the above methods.


I did make a video about this, but it seems to be impossible to upload from China. My VPN cuts off every 10 seconds or so when I attempt to upload to the usual sites (GDrive/YouTube). Uploading to YouTube just shows up as Upload Pending.

I hope to go through the messages in my inbox tomorrow. It's 11:37PM and I only got two hours of sleep the night before and a morning exam earlier today. I neither want nor deserve sympathy for how horribly I've ran these buys, and just want to wrap these up as quickly as possible for all our sakes.

Sincerely,
Jian"
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: heavyheaded on Tue, 20 February 2018, 14:45:21
Any updates on the refunds?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: clickityClackity on Tue, 20 February 2018, 15:10:03
Any updates on the refunds?
Lol, good one!! Ha! GADEEM!!!
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: PoisonHeadcrab on Wed, 18 July 2018, 15:14:22
So that's it then? No board, no refund?

To think this is one of only two group buys I ever did here (and the other one I'm also still waiting on long overdue)... Am I really that unlucky?
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: rioc on Wed, 18 July 2018, 16:32:08
So that's it then? No board, no refund?

To think this is one of only two group buys I ever did here (and the other one I'm also still waiting on long overdue)... Am I really that unlucky?


oh boy, that's not good to hear. what's the other one then?


regarding this one, I think it's not looking too good the last few months... has gone real silent.
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: Venediction on Wed, 01 August 2018, 23:49:38
My first GB as well.. Not a great start to my first custom board collection  :'(
Title: Re: [GB] TriC 75% - Brevis
Post by: PoisonHeadcrab on Sun, 12 August 2018, 12:36:55
So that's it then? No board, no refund?

To think this is one of only two group buys I ever did here (and the other one I'm also still waiting on long overdue)... Am I really that unlucky?


oh boy, that's not good to hear. what's the other one then?


regarding this one, I think it's not looking too good the last few months... has gone real silent.

The EXENT one, which started February of last year... Though I have more hope on that one, even though it feels like I'm literally the last person to receive my board.