[IC] GMK 60's Happy Life(Old name Trooper feat.HHKB layout)-GB Opened

[cocobrais]

[28/02/2018]
Awaiting GB Approval.

Currently all proxies web for order was opened.

United States : https://donutcables.com/product/gmk-60s-happy-life/
Europe : https://www.candykeys.com/product/gb-gmk-60s-happy-life/
Korea : http://kbdlab.co.kr/index.php?document_srl=5055372&mid=board_gb_outside
China : https://www.zfrontier.com/m/3460

[18/02/2018]
I decide the kits as below,
- Base : 60% kit
- Add on : some keys for 65%

So I also update the 3D rendering with 65%.

Currently just wait to get the feedback to zFrontier for CN proxy.
If I will receive the feedback, I will start to progress the GB soon.

Always thank to Goldworms for 3D redering.

 


[10/02/2018]
Updated 3D rendering. (Thanks to Goldworms)
Kit will be decided finally soon.








[13/12/2017]
Design Update

Checked quotation.
Quotation is not low as my expectation. Specially if we divide the kit separately(60% / 65% add on), price will be higher than total set as 5~6USD
So I will decide the as below options.

- Case 1 : Only 60% kit
- Case 2 : Total kit but modify the 65% kit as delete the all function keys and add the R1~R4 blank keys

I don't tell the expectated price until final design and if design will finally fxed, I will calculate the expectation price.





[26/11/2017]
Design Updated.
(1) Name is changed to '60' Happy Life from 'Trooper''
(2) Color are fixed : will be progressed by only two tone design.
(3) Layout changed
      - For all 60% mini keyboards including HHKB with MX slider
      - Additional 65% keys (Arrow / Function)

Regarding 65% keys, originally I planned to make separately. But it is not be estimated to have strong benefit.
So now added in one set.

More questions to myself.
- Does it need the F1~F12 for 75%? How much increase the cost from adding this keys?
- 75% KBD GBs are not many. Really need?
 
Next Step.
- Design fix
- Making 3D Rendering
- Get Quotation from GMK
- Finding US Proxy





Thanks.

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Hello.
I'd like to make new Interesting check.
Maybe many 60~70% mini users are very interesting this sets.

Now Duck0113 have been preparing New keyboard for mini and it will be HHKB style with asymmetry bottom row as same with HHKB. (See the last picture)
So I have been designing keycaps.

Please find the below,
Two sets are considered.
(1) Two tone.
     Alphas : CR on GR1
     Modi : CR on 2B
(2) One tone
     All CR on N9

Rendering will be additionally modified as below,
[Base Kit]
This set is for Trooper and Viper
1. Two tone
     - R2 backspace : Change to normal arrow
     - R4 Alt key : Change to Opt legends inclination
     - R4 control key will be changed below
        diamond icon needed(left position)
        Command mark inclination and increase size
     - Add 7U space bar for Viper user
2. One tone
     - R1 : delete duplicated | \ key.
     - R2 backspace : Change to normal arrow
     - R4 Alt key : Change to Opt legends inclination
     - R4 control key will be changed below
        diamond icon needed(left position)
        Command mark inclination and increase size
     - Add 7U space bar for Viper user

[Extended Kit]
Rendering for extended kit will be prepared. Just please check the keys. (Icon modi design)
This is for normal 60~70% user including 660M.


Maybe one tone kit and Extended kit will be progressed in only GB.
But two tone base kit will be possible to buy after finishing GB. (little bit higher price than GB)
Current plan but not fixed yet.

I will come back with updated rendering and I will prepare the poll for this interesting check. 

[Two tone base kit initial design]



[One tone base kit initial design]



[Extended kit - reference]



[Duck0113 Trooper design render]

[gnmar2723]

Looks pretty nice! I am against any kind of front print on GMK sets however. (Just my personal preference)

[Drclick]

Please make the text only mods like GMK Oblivion.

[cocobrais]

Looks pretty nice! I am against any kind of front print on GMK sets however. (Just my personal preference)

Bottom Row as command/opt will be made by double shot. (New mold). Side legends will be pad printing

[cocobrais]

Please make the text only mods like GMK Oblivion.

Currently not fixed. But if many user will want to make a only text. I will change the design.

[ideus]

I'd get one each color, but if you are gonna run just one, I'd prefer the two tone set. Regarding mods I prefer the icon version, but I will be in even with text only icons.

It would have a great pricing, how can someone let this pass. Add a 6u space bar with centered stem to get Topre HHKB users on-board. Also, I encourage you to choose timing after the myriad of GMK sets have passed, maybe December, would be a proper time, considering people have extra money due to holidays.


Edit: I activated the notifications for this thread. Cannot let it passing. Depending on pricing I may get three sets if it runs in the bi-tone version.

[cocobrais]

I'd get one each color, but if you are gonna run just one, I'd prefer the two tone set. Regarding mods I prefer the icon version, but I will be in even with text only icons.

It would have a great pricing, how can someone let this pass. Add a 6u space bar with centered stem to get Topre HHKB users on-board. Also, I encourage you to choose timing after the myriad of GMK sets have passed, maybe December, would be a proper time, considering people have extra money due to holidays.

Thanks for feedback. 6U center stem? ok. I will add it in the extension kit. As you know, I am running other two interesting as Signal and Burgundy. So if it will be running, maybe end of this year or early next year. I also need more time to update some design. ^^ Thanks.

[ideus]

I'd get one each color, but if you are gonna run just one, I'd prefer the two tone set. Regarding mods I prefer the icon version, but I will be in even with text only icons.

It would have a great pricing, how can someone let this pass. Add a 6u space bar with centered stem to get Topre HHKB users on-board. Also, I encourage you to choose timing after the myriad of GMK sets have passed, maybe December, would be a proper time, considering people have extra money due to holidays.

Thanks for feedback. 6U center stem? ok. I will add it in the extension kit. As you know, I am running other two interesting as Signal and Burgundy. So if it will be running, maybe end of this year or early next year. I also need more time to update some design. ^^ Thanks.

I like your other designs as well; but, this one is a sensible proposal that will provide HHKB-layout-users with a great value offering that has not been intended previously. I really appreciate your forward thinking.

[Puddsy]

that one tone is pretty dank

[amnesia0287]

with the 7u spacebars you are adding I'm in. I've ordered a few viper layout boards (and someday maybe ill get a viper even lol)

[cocobrais]

that one tone is pretty dank

You are right. one tone is pretty dark but as you know, original HHKB and Realforce also have this concept and may user use. ^^

[cocobrais]

with the 7u spacebars you are adding I'm in. I've ordered a few viper layout boards (and someday maybe ill get a viper even lol)

7u spacebar will be added next update. It is very important for Viper layout. Thanks. 

[BlackInk]

One tone is very nice..... dark like my soul will get a set for sure

[kbdfans]

very interested

[cocobrais]

One tone is very nice..... dark like my soul will get a set for sure

dark color is very tough! I also like it.

[oatmicro]

interested in both colorways  )

[s3vv4]

You could support fake HHKB layout by just adding a 7u spacebar 

[LDobler]

Please support MX HHKB with 7u spacebars and I'm in!

[amnesia0287]

Please support MX HHKB with 7u spacebars and I'm in!

You could support fake HHKB layout by just adding a 7u spacebar 

Please support MX HHKB with 7u spacebars and I'm in!

7u support being added is listed in the OP, just not in the renders yet.

[kmba]

Like the set, and would consider it for a different build, but that duck board.. too funky for me..

[xondat]

Interested in both.

Please use this 1.5u backspace icon instead of the box:

[amnesia0287]

I hope this idea does well. I only ever use HHKB/60/65% layouts, so most sets I'm stuck with tons of worthless keys. I'm assuming this should be a good deal cheaper than a normal GMK full set since base kit is only like 70 keys. I'd buy lots of GMK sets with this layout

[amnesia0287]

Oh also in the dark kit you don't need two r1 / 1u |\ keys.

[BlackInk]

Please support normal 60% ANSI layout too

[amnesia0287]

Please support normal 60% ANSI layout too

Again, this is already covered in the OP lol. That’s what the extended kit is for lol

[cocobrais]

Interested in both.

Please use this 1.5u backspace icon instead of the box:

Show Image

:thumb:

Your request is already considered. You can find this in next update

[BlackInk]

Please support normal 60% ANSI layout too

Again, this is already covered in the OP lol. That’s what the extended kit is for lol

thanks bro but didnt see the extended kit for one tone im i missing something?

[ideus]

Please support normal 60% ANSI layout too

Again, this is already covered in the OP lol. That’s what the extended kit is for lol

thanks bro but didnt see the extended kit for one tone im i missing something?

Yet, the extended kit is only in mock-up form, so it is not rendered in colors.

[amnesia0287]

Please support normal 60% ANSI layout too

Again, this is already covered in the OP lol. That’s what the extended kit is for lol

thanks bro but didnt see the extended kit for one tone im i missing something?

[Extended Kit]
Rendering for extended kit will be prepared. Just please check the keys. (Icon modi design)
This is for normal 60~70% user including 660M.

You don’t need 2 colors to check the keys lol

[ideus]

The Duck0113 kit will have its own IC thread, right? When? Do you know pricing range, yet?

[cocobrais]

The Duck0113 kit will have its own IC thread, right? When? Do you know pricing range, yet?

Regarding Trooper keyboard, Currently design/sampling and planning stage. If we finish to make a plan, I will inform(maybe). Maybe pricing range is low as you can see the rendering. But not fixed yet.
He want to make keyboard with low cost but many user love it.

[ideus]

The Duck0113 kit will have its own IC thread, right? When? Do you know pricing range, yet?

Regarding Trooper keyboard, Currently design/sampling and planning stage. If we finish to make a plan, I will inform(maybe). Maybe pricing range is low as you can see the rendering. But not fixed yet.
He want to make keyboard with low cost but many user love it.

Those are really good news. I will put on hold all plans for new builds waiting for the Trooper.

[fishpod]

the duck0113 is so dope! cant wait to see it happen

[xondat]

The Duck0113 kit will have its own IC thread, right? When? Do you know pricing range, yet?

the duck0113 is so dope! cant wait to see it happen

Isn't duck0113 just his username and Trooper the keyboard?

[TalkingTree]

Is the extended kit coming with Mac OS legends as well?

[ideus]

The Duck0113 kit will have its own IC thread, right? When? Do you know pricing range, yet?

the duck0113 is so dope! cant wait to see it happen

Isn't duck0113 just his username and Trooper the keyboard?

Yeah, it is as you stated. Thank you for pointing it.

[switchnollie]

damn, that keyboard is wild

[kiwi99]

damn, that keyboard is wild

dude ur wild man u gotta stop

[Puddsy]

damn, that keyboard is wild

it's weird and i don't like it

[kiwi99]

damn, that keyboard is wild

it's weird and i don't like it

sorta how I feel about u tbf

[cocobrais]

Is the extended kit coming with Mac OS legends as well?

Mac OS legends will be included in only base kit.
As you can see, maybe modi color is not popular in other GB.
So I think that extended kit will be used for users will be participated to base kit.

[TalkingTree]

Is the extended kit coming with Mac OS legends as well?

Mac OS legends will be included in only base kit.
As you can see, maybe modi color is not popular in other GB.
So I think that extended kit will be used for users will be participated to base kit.

I was hoping for a full Mac OS legends on bottom row for a present to a friend that uses a 60% keyboard.
Would you consider that for a future group buy?

[cocobrais]

Is the extended kit coming with Mac OS legends as well?

Mac OS legends will be included in only base kit.
As you can see, maybe modi color is not popular in other GB.
So I think that extended kit will be used for users will be participated to base kit.

I was hoping for a full Mac OS legends on bottom row for a present to a friend that uses a 60% keyboard.
Would you consider that for a future group buy?

currently extension kit will be planned to design with YURI Icon modi. In my understand, maybe YURI R4 design is Mac OS bottom row. So if base+extension kit will be Mac design.

[TalkingTree]

More

Is the extended kit coming with Mac OS legends as well?

Mac OS legends will be included in only base kit.
As you can see, maybe modi color is not popular in other GB.
So I think that extended kit will be used for users will be participated to base kit.

I was hoping for a full Mac OS legends on bottom row for a present to a friend that uses a 60% keyboard.
Would you consider that for a future group buy?

currently extension kit will be planned to design with YURI Icon modi. In my understand, maybe YURI R4 design is Mac OS bottom row. So if base+extension kit will be Mac design.

Frankly I know so little about Macs that I have no idea about Yuri Icon mods, but it is my understanding that Macbooks have text legends.

[cocobrais]

More

Is the extended kit coming with Mac OS legends as well?

Mac OS legends will be included in only base kit.
As you can see, maybe modi color is not popular in other GB.
So I think that extended kit will be used for users will be participated to base kit.

I was hoping for a full Mac OS legends on bottom row for a present to a friend that uses a 60% keyboard.
Would you consider that for a future group buy?

currently extension kit will be planned to design with YURI Icon modi. In my understand, maybe YURI R4 design is Mac OS bottom row. So if base+extension kit will be Mac design.

Frankly I know so little about Macs that I have no idea about Yuri Icon mods, but it is my understanding that Macbooks have text legends.

I understand. But it is so difficult because need new mold and lead to increase the cost.

[Puddsy]

More

Is the extended kit coming with Mac OS legends as well?

Mac OS legends will be included in only base kit.
As you can see, maybe modi color is not popular in other GB.
So I think that extended kit will be used for users will be participated to base kit.

I was hoping for a full Mac OS legends on bottom row for a present to a friend that uses a 60% keyboard.
Would you consider that for a future group buy?

currently extension kit will be planned to design with YURI Icon modi. In my understand, maybe YURI R4 design is Mac OS bottom row. So if base+extension kit will be Mac design.

Frankly I know so little about Macs that I have no idea about Yuri Icon mods, but it is my understanding that Macbooks have text legends.

I understand. But it is so difficult because need new mold and lead to increase the cost.

I like the yuri icons

[ideus]

More

Is the extended kit coming with Mac OS legends as well?

Mac OS legends will be included in only base kit.
As you can see, maybe modi color is not popular in other GB.
So I think that extended kit will be used for users will be participated to base kit.

I was hoping for a full Mac OS legends on bottom row for a present to a friend that uses a 60% keyboard.
Would you consider that for a future group buy?

currently extension kit will be planned to design with YURI Icon modi. In my understand, maybe YURI R4 design is Mac OS bottom row. So if base+extension kit will be Mac design.

Frankly I know so little about Macs that I have no idea about Yuri Icon mods, but it is my understanding that Macbooks have text legends.

I understand. But it is so difficult because need new mold and lead to increase the cost.

I like the yuri icons

+1, Coco's proposal looks exactly what a true Cherry set for the HHKB should be.

[jebbra]

But true Mac layout have the Alt icon inverted from the Yuri icon    I'd been suggesting this to t0m when making Yuri icon as the Opt icon is more popular than 'true' Alt icon (debatable, I'm just saying this because Opt icon is displayed quite often in Mac).

Also, Isn't it supposed to be Meta and Command on the 1.5u beside the spacebar? Not Control and Command. Or if we want to make it dual purpose I think it will be better with Alt-Win Command-Alt Spacebar Command-Alt Alt-Win

[cocobrais]

Also, Isn't it supposed to be Meta and Command on the 1.5u beside the spacebar? Not Control and Command. Or if we want to make it dual purpose I think it will be better with Alt-Win Command-Alt Spacebar Command-Alt Alt-Win

please see the contents. as I mentioned in contents ,I will change this to same hhkb legends.

[arninja21]

A GMK set specifically  for the only layout I use, color me interested.

[LifeZ]

join with me and CLS SxH

[robbles]

The closest thing I've seen to a GMK clone of the standard HHKB set! Well done.

• Would it be possible to have a R3 Control key without the Caps Lock icon like the HHKB set? Also not sure what is possible with GMK, but a diamond icon or Code text on the 1.5u R4 keys would be preferable over seeing Control printed twice on the keyset.
• Seconded the front printing on GMK sets looks bad. Its small and hard to read.

This would go great on the TINA-A from KBDFans as well! For those of us who can't wait or afford the new Duck.

[roostrc0gburn]

i am all over the single-tone base kit. even if it wont work for many layouts, i can still use the alphas from this kit and mods from another to cover any layout.

[lanyusea]

wow duck is making a HHKB-style keeb!

[Puddsy]

wow duck is making a HHKB-style keeb!

viper?

[Unforgivable]

Hello.
I'd like to make new Interesting check.
Maybe many 60~70% mini users are very interesting this sets.

Now Duck0113 have been preparing New keyboard for mini and it will be HHKB style with asymmetry bottom row as same with HHKB. (See the last picture)
So I have been designing keycaps.

Please find the below,
Two sets are considered.
(1) Two tone.
     Alphas : CR on GR1
     Modi : CR on 2B
(2) One tone
     All CR on N9

Rendering will be additionally modified as below,
[Base Kit]
This set is for Trooper and Viper
1. Two tone
     - R2 backspace : Change to normal arrow
     - R4 Alt key : Change to Opt legends inclination
     - R4 control key will be changed below
        diamond icon needed(left position)
        Command mark inclination and increase size
     - Add 7U space bar for Viper user
2. One tone
     - R1 : delete duplicated | \ key.
     - R2 backspace : Change to normal arrow
     - R4 Alt key : Change to Opt legends inclination
     - R4 control key will be changed below
        diamond icon needed(left position)
        Command mark inclination and increase size
     - Add 7U space bar for Viper user

[Extended Kit]
Rendering for extended kit will be prepared. Just please check the keys. (Icon modi design)
This is for normal 60~70% user including 660M.


Maybe one tone kit and Extended kit will be progressed in only GB.
But two tone base kit will be possible to buy after finishing GB. (little bit higher price than GB)
Current plan but not fixed yet.

I will come back with updated rendering and I will prepare the poll for this interesting check. 

[Two tone base kit initial design]
(Attachment Link)


[One tone base kit initial design]
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[Extended kit - reference]
(Attachment Link)


[Duck0113 Trooper design render]
(Attachment Link)
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Coco, can a grey 1u ~ key and 1.50u |\ be added?

[cocobrais]

Hello.
I'd like to make new Interesting check.
Maybe many 60~70% mini users are very interesting this sets.

Now Duck0113 have been preparing New keyboard for mini and it will be HHKB style with asymmetry bottom row as same with HHKB. (See the last picture)
So I have been designing keycaps.

Please find the below,
Two sets are considered.
(1) Two tone.
     Alphas : CR on GR1
     Modi : CR on 2B
(2) One tone
     All CR on N9

Rendering will be additionally modified as below,
[Base Kit]
This set is for Trooper and Viper
1. Two tone
     - R2 backspace : Change to normal arrow
     - R4 Alt key : Change to Opt legends inclination
     - R4 control key will be changed below
        diamond icon needed(left position)
        Command mark inclination and increase size
     - Add 7U space bar for Viper user
2. One tone
     - R1 : delete duplicated | \ key.
     - R2 backspace : Change to normal arrow
     - R4 Alt key : Change to Opt legends inclination
     - R4 control key will be changed below
        diamond icon needed(left position)
        Command mark inclination and increase size
     - Add 7U space bar for Viper user

[Extended Kit]
Rendering for extended kit will be prepared. Just please check the keys. (Icon modi design)
This is for normal 60~70% user including 660M.


Maybe one tone kit and Extended kit will be progressed in only GB.
But two tone base kit will be possible to buy after finishing GB. (little bit higher price than GB)
Current plan but not fixed yet.

I will come back with updated rendering and I will prepare the poll for this interesting check. 

[Two tone base kit initial design]
(Attachment Link)


[One tone base kit initial design]
(Attachment Link)


[Extended kit - reference]
(Attachment Link)


[Duck0113 Trooper design render]
(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)

Coco, can a grey 1u ~ key and 1.50u |\ be added?

I requested rendering update to GMK.(huge update)  grey 1.50u |\ was included. But 1u ~ was not. If it will be necessary, it will be included in next update.

[ideus]

The double tone set will be a success in a group buy, there is no reason for keeping it for a second off group buy offering.

[cocobrais]

Design is updated!   

[xondat]

Still like it!

What is the point of the gray | \ key?

[cocobrais]

Still like it!

What is the point of the gray | \ key?

Someone likes the gray | \ key for symmetry color. So added. Maybe R1 gray ~ ` also need for them. (If really needed)

[jebbra]

Just see the update. Very very nice compatibility and OH GOD THAT REAL MAC OS KEYS! Is that double shot or pad-printed combination?

[cocobrais]

Just see the update. Very very nice compatibility and OH GOD THAT REAL MAC OS KEYS! Is that double shot or pad-printed combination?

Excepting Side Legends, all double shot. Bottom key like HHKB is new mold with Double shot.

[TalkingTree]

Still like it!

What is the point of the gray | \ key?

Someone likes the gray | \ key for symmetry color. So added. Maybe R1 gray ~ ` also need for them. (If really needed)

You might want to offer a grey ISO key (the one that goes on the right of the 1.25u shift) as well for simmetry.

[oatmicro]

I'm so ready for this

[ideus]

It is so close to be the ideal sixty set for my needs, I just can wish it included a row three tilde; but, it is a special key for those few that use the XT layout in a sixty, that's too selfish to be a valid request that I will not ask for it, just keep wishing.


Say your price and you can get my money.


Edit: I shall save enough to get at least two sets, so please take your time to open the buy, let my wallet overcome the holidays'.


More edit: This is what I meant by XT 60:

[xondat]

Still like it!

What is the point of the gray | \ key?

Someone likes the gray | \ key for symmetry color. So added. Maybe R1 gray ~ ` also need for them. (If really needed)

This is what confuses me.

Traditionally, the HHKB has the |\ on the left, and the ~` on the right:



So shouldn't you offer a gray and white ~`, and a white |\? Or a gray and white of both? 

[rpeterclark]

Oh man, this keyset and board look so fine.

[Rafa_n]

Will there be an EU proxy for this?

[cocobrais]

It is so close to be the ideal sixty set for my needs, I just can wish it included a row three tilde; but, it is a special key for those few that use the XT layout in a sixty, that's too selfish to be a valid request that I will not ask for it, just keep wishing.


Say your price and you can get my money.


Edit: I shall save enough to get at least two sets, so please take your time to open the buy, let my wallet overcome the holidays'.


More edit: This is what I meant by XT 60:

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I will consider your opinion because  I hope to make perfect mini 60% layout  as possible as I can.
Regarding price, I didn't receive the quote yet.  But If I will receive  it, I will. 

[cocobrais]

Still like it!

What is the point of the gray | \ key?

Someone likes the gray | \ key for symmetry color. So added. Maybe R1 gray ~ ` also need for them. (If really needed)

This is what confuses me.

Traditionally, the HHKB has the |\ on the left, and the ~` on the right:

Show Image

So shouldn't you offer a gray and white ~`, and a white |\? Or a gray and white of both?

I understand. I want to make  both. I will  update. ^^

[cocobrais]

Will there be an EU proxy for this?

I will try to make  EU proxy. Currently not fixed but in my plan, EU and US is needed.

[OracleKev]

Hi Brais, good to see you here.  Very nice design concept and color!

Couple of feedback on the latest update (11/26)

#1 R1 Home key
R1 Home key is missing.  Some 65% layouts have Home next to BS.
I don't know how important this is.

#2 > - Does it need the F1~F12 for 75%? How much increase the cost from adding this keys?
IMO, this concept is close knit with Happy/6x% so unless MoQ is at risk, it's more important to keep the cost down than expand layout support.
If for some reason layout support needs to be expanded, I think TKL is better target than 75%.  Lots more users and it only takes extra ~6 keys [from 75%] to get there.

[cocobrais]

Hi Brais, good to see you here.  Very nice design concept and color!

Couple of feedback on the latest update (11/26)

#1 R1 Home key
R1 Home key is missing.  Some 65% layouts have Home next to BS.
I don't know how important this is.

#2 > - Does it need the F1~F12 for 75%? How much increase the cost from adding this keys?
IMO, this concept is close knit with Happy/6x% so unless MoQ is at risk, it's more important to keep the cost down than expand layout support.
If for some reason layout support needs to be expanded, I think TKL is better target than 75%.  Lots more users and it only takes extra ~6 keys [from 75%] to get there.

Hi.
1) R1 Home key : will consider. 
2) F1~F12 : in my experience maybe 4~6 euro  increasing expected. But I  don't know exactly.
                  You are right. if F1~F12 added, TKL is  very close. I'd like to focus to 6x%.
Now still design developing stage and don't need hurry. Continuosly  hear the voice from users. 

[ideus]

Hi Brais, good to see you here.  Very nice design concept and color!

Couple of feedback on the latest update (11/26)

#1 R1 Home key
R1 Home key is missing.  Some 65% layouts have Home next to BS.
I don't know how important this is.

#2 > - Does it need the F1~F12 for 75%? How much increase the cost from adding this keys?
IMO, this concept is close knit with Happy/6x% so unless MoQ is at risk, it's more important to keep the cost down than expand layout support.
If for some reason layout support needs to be expanded, I think TKL is better target than 75%.  Lots more users and it only takes extra ~6 keys [from 75%] to get there.

Hi.
1) R1 Home key : will consider. 
2) F1~F12 : in my experience maybe 4~6 euro  increasing expected. But I  don't know exactly.
                  You are right. if F1~F12 added, TKL is  very close. I'd like to focus to 6x%.
Now still design developing stage and don't need hurry. Continuosly  hear the voice from users.

Breaking the boundary between sub-TKL to TKL will make the project grows into a full set that is not the original spirit of it. Just rising a yellow flag.

[cocobrais]

Hi Brais, good to see you here.  Very nice design concept and color!

Couple of feedback on the latest update (11/26)

#1 R1 Home key
R1 Home key is missing.  Some 65% layouts have Home next to BS.
I don't know how important this is.

#2 > - Does it need the F1~F12 for 75%? How much increase the cost from adding this keys?
IMO, this concept is close knit with Happy/6x% so unless MoQ is at risk, it's more important to keep the cost down than expand layout support.
If for some reason layout support needs to be expanded, I think TKL is better target than 75%.  Lots more users and it only takes extra ~6 keys [from 75%] to get there.

Hi.
1) R1 Home key : will consider. 
2) F1~F12 : in my experience maybe 4~6 euro  increasing expected. But I  don't know exactly.
                  You are right. if F1~F12 added, TKL is  very close. I'd like to focus to 6x%.
Now still design developing stage and don't need hurry. Continuosly  hear the voice from users.

Breaking the boundary between sub-TKL to TKL will make the project grows into a full set that is not the original spirit of it. Just rising a yellow flag.

yes. I also same opinion. 6x% focused!!

[schmoktopus]

Is there any chance for a Norde kit? Only thing that keeps me from joining.

[xondat]

Is there any chance for a Norde kit? Only thing that keeps me from joining.

Doubt it as it's a very focused set. This'll just add unnecessary keys that will raise the price. International kits are silly in practice as they never hit MOQ (on average you'd need 2500 base sets to hit 100 MOQ).

[cocobrais]

Is there any chance for a Norde kit? Only thing that keeps me from joining.

Always I try to make  a Norde kit but many users always tell that MOQ reach is very difficult. As you know, many GB ran to have Norde kit in massdrop and participant is very small.
So I don't have any plan to make Norde kit in this GB.

[avid]

Is there any chance for a Norde kit? Only thing that keeps me from joining.

Laser just sold 1500 base-kit and norde is in the 70s (but they will be produced). Child kits has MOQ 100 usually so will be impossible outside MD.

Also i quite like this concept! How much approx is one kit going to cost?

[cocobrais]

Is there any chance for a Norde kit? Only thing that keeps me from joining.

Laser just sold 1500 base-kit and norde is in the 70s (but they will be produced). Child kits has MOQ 100 usually so will be impossible outside MD.

Also i quite like this concept! How much approx is one kit going to cost?

I didn't receive the quote yet. Maybe next time I will receive the qoute from GMK and estimate the rough cost.

[MMKB]

Interested! Honestly I wish more keysets can offer 60%-specific child kit.

[SynkRz]

Definitely interested! is there a thread on KBDLab too?

[TalkingTree]

How about numpad numbers on the bottom right corner of the respective keys?
Like so.

[cocobrais]

Definitely interested! is there a thread on KBDLab too?

Not yet make a thread on KBDLab. I focus on geekhack now but I will make a thread in KBDLab too.

[cocobrais]

How about numpad numbers on the bottom right corner of the respective keys?
Like so.

if it will be made by double shout, new mold needed. Pad printing on top will be deleted after long time using. So just side pad printing. But I don't want to make it because I think that 60% custom users use many different setting. Please understand my opinion.

[TalkingTree]

Please understand my opinion.

I surely do.

[ideus]

Is the Duck's Trooper going to get its own IC soon?

[cocobrais]

Is the Duck's Trooper going to get its own IC soon?

Generally Duck's KBD GB had been one step by step and now Jetfire have been  progressing the GB.
I don't know exactly schedule but just he has been preparing the Trooper.
In the designing time, I give my idea to Duck for assymetry bottom row as HHKB and I also desige the keyset using 6x off-center space bar and bottom HHKB style.
So I hope that Trooper will be progressed to similar timing of my keyset schedule. 
 

[ideus]

Is the Duck's Trooper going to get its own IC soon?

Generally Duck's KBD GB had been one step by step and now Jetfire have been  progressing the GB.
I don't know exactly schedule but just he has been preparing the Trooper.
In the designing time, I give my idea to Duck for assymetry bottom row as HHKB and I also desige the keyset using 6x off-center space bar and bottom HHKB style.
So I hope that Trooper will be progressed to similar timing of my keyset schedule. 
 

Will the 6u off centered be a first for a Korean custom keyboard in happy style?

[AstralBandit]

Will definitely be interested in this!!

[ddot]

#1 R1 Home key
R1 Home key is missing.  Some 65% layouts have Home next to BS.

I'll add my vote for a Home key.  Obviously everyone's individual layouts vary, but I think all 4 of the Home, End, Page Up and Page Down keys should be available options for those 4 keys on the right side of a 65%.  For reference, the default layout of the Z70 was Page Up/Page Down/Home/End.

From what I've seen, most 75% keyboards (not that those are covered with this key set, but they still have that key cluster on the right) seem to go Home/Page Up/Page Down/End.  ie Vortex Race or Keycool 84.

[dubious]

definitely interested

[cocobrais]

Is the Duck's Trooper going to get its own IC soon?

Generally Duck's KBD GB had been one step by step and now Jetfire have been  progressing the GB.
I don't know exactly schedule but just he has been preparing the Trooper.
In the designing time, I give my idea to Duck for assymetry bottom row as HHKB and I also desige the keyset using 6x off-center space bar and bottom HHKB style.
So I hope that Trooper will be progressed to similar timing of my keyset schedule. 
 

Will the 6u off centered be a first for a Korean custom keyboard in happy style?

Yes. First. We have to try various layouts to evolution custom market!

[cocobrais]

#1 R1 Home key
R1 Home key is missing.  Some 65% layouts have Home next to BS.

I'll add my vote for a Home key.  Obviously everyone's individual layouts vary, but I think all 4 of the Home, End, Page Up and Page Down keys should be available options for those 4 keys on the right side of a 65%.  For reference, the default layout of the Z70 was Page Up/Page Down/Home/End.

From what I've seen, most 75% keyboards (not that those are covered with this key set, but they still have that key cluster on the right) seem to go Home/Page Up/Page Down/End.  ie Vortex Race or Keycool 84.

I fully understand your comment. I will consider your opinion.  In this case I have to add the R1 home/page up,
R2 page down, R3 Home. Mayne not problem.

[ideus]

Is the Duck's Trooper going to get its own IC soon?

Generally Duck's KBD GB had been one step by step and now Jetfire have been  progressing the GB.
I don't know exactly schedule but just he has been preparing the Trooper.
In the designing time, I give my idea to Duck for assymetry bottom row as HHKB and I also desige the keyset using 6x off-center space bar and bottom HHKB style.
So I hope that Trooper will be progressed to similar timing of my keyset schedule. 
 

Will the 6u off centered be a first for a Korean custom keyboard in happy style?

Yes. First. We have to try various layouts to evolution custom market!

That's what I thought and I think it is awesome to have a true happy MX layout in a custom Korean.

[cocobrais]

Design was updated but we have to go ahead more to meet the final design.

[ideus]

The current revised layout is very well thought, even the additional navigation keys for over sixty percent layouts are well selected and the second 2.25u shift is good to cover FC660 and similar layouts. I just hope that the price still be affordable.


One suggestion: Add F and J with bars. Many people prefer them and having the option for either typing home position markers is wise.

[cocobrais]

The current revised layout is very well thought, even the additional navigation keys for over sixty percent layouts are well selected and the second 2.25u shift is good to cover FC660 and similar layouts. I just hope that the price still be affordable.


One suggestion: Add F and J with bars. Many people prefer them and having the option for either typing home position markers is wise.

How do you think about the delete all function keys for 65% and add the R1~R4 blank keys?
I will consider the your  suggestion. F and J with bar is very comfortable to fine the typing position. I think that this is very important in specially mini KBD using many fn+alpha.

Maybe I need to make a poll to decide my options.

[ideus]

The current revised layout is very well thought, even the additional navigation keys for over sixty percent layouts are well selected and the second 2.25u shift is good to cover FC660 and similar layouts. I just hope that the price still be affordable.


One suggestion: Add F and J with bars. Many people prefer them and having the option for either typing home position markers is wise.

How do you think about the delete all function keys for 65% and add the R1~R4 blank keys?
I will consider the your  suggestion. F and J with bar is very comfortable to fine the typing position. I think that this is very important in specially mini KBD using many fn+alpha.

Maybe I need to make a poll to decide my options.

Ofering 65% coverage is a complex goal. How to achieve it,  is not an easy call and I think that only you that has full pricing data can make the best choice. The blank keys may be the more efficient way to cover 65% boards, however, some of them require double R1 and R2 keys like Varmilo's and the second 2.25 shift and arrows are required, as well. I'd say run the poll and see how much interest 65% coverage calls.


Edit: Some pictures that may be of help here.


https://imgur.com/a/trxLT


More edit: The set is only missing two keys to fully cover the upcoming GMK Uniqey C70 keyboard's layout: R1 Home and R2 End keys. Personally, I'd love to see the numpad secondary legends as well, but just dreaming.

[BOK]

I know this set is for mini KBD but this colorway is very simple and normal. So maybe it is fit with almost housing color. Do you have a plan to make extension kit later? For example, 3000 and 1800 layout. 

[cocobrais]

I know this set is for mini KBD but this colorway is very simple and normal. So maybe it is fit with almost housing color. Do you have a plan to make extension kit later? For example, 3000 and 1800 layout.

In this time, I don't have any plan to make extension kit.

[LifeZ]

ext~~~gogogo 

[BOK]

ext~~~gogogo 

Extension kit would be good for me. Go go.

[futurecrime]

I love both colourways and will be in for both, and I totally appreciate the focus on 6x% but... it would be amazing to have an extension for 75%-TKL...

Man, that dark set is so good.

[cocobrais]

ext~~~gogogo 

Definetely kit separation lead to high price. If I considered full set, this set was started.
Generally kit separation need 2 production processing. So processing price will be added. As a result high price if full kit considered. Sorry. Maybe we need to delete 65 kit also.

[cocobrais]

I love both colourways and will be in for both, and I totally appreciate the focus on 6x% but... it would be amazing to have an extension for 75%-TKL...

Man, that dark set is so good.

I also agree  that dark set is so good. But Poll in KR, result is just 30% of total. If I will start this GB and success, dark set will be considered as next project. Thanks for your interesting!

[quaddepos]

oeeh this looks interesting


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[Jacob4341]

When will this IC become a GB? Seems like it's been around for a bit and wanting to spring on these soon for a keeb I'm building in a couple months.

[amnesia0287]

When will this IC become a GB? Seems like it's been around for a bit and wanting to spring on these soon for a keeb I'm building in a couple months.

i'm guessing closer to whenever duck releases their gb. keep in mind, from the time the GB runs, it will take 3-4 months to produce most likely.

[ideus]

When will this IC become a GB? Seems like it's been around for a bit and wanting to spring on these soon for a keeb I'm building in a couple months.

i'm guessing closer to whenever duck releases their gb. keep in mind, from the time the GB runs, it will take 3-4 months to produce most likely.

Not need to be in a hurry to get a great set like this, it is very likely pretty close to my end game set.

[Giorgio]

This will be only marginally cheaper than a full set. Spacebars cost 2.5 USD each, 1u keys about 0.6 USD each, 1.25 keys 1.5 USD each.  The price of Alphas (1st group) plus modifiers and spacebars in the second group will be about 90 USD

[ideus]

This will be only marginally cheaper than a full set. Spacebars cost 2.5 USD each, 1u keys about 0.6 USD each, 1.25 keys 1.5 USD each.  The price of Alphas (1st group) plus modifiers and spacebars in the second group will be about 90 USD

Let's see, but a full key set would be over 130 USD and for sixty users the additional cost is paid for keys that will have no use at all, I would not consider that difference as marginal if I will save money I should pay for keys I have no use for. This set focused on users that not need full sets, while it covers all their needs, I'd say that is innovation.

[Giorgio]

This will be only marginally cheaper than a full set. Spacebars cost 2.5 USD each, 1u keys about 0.6 USD each, 1.25 keys 1.5 USD each.  The price of Alphas (1st group) plus modifiers and spacebars in the second group will be about 90 USD

Let's see, but a full key set would be over 130 USD and for sixty users the additional cost is paid for keys that will have no use at all, I would not consider that difference as marginal if I will save money I should pay for keys I have no use for. This set focused on users that not need full sets, while it covers all their needs, I'd say that is innovation.

Very recently I've seen full sets sold for 115 USD. And about two yes ago, triumph Adler reached 99 USD on massdrop. It even had custom colours.

[cocobrais]

This will be only marginally cheaper than a full set. Spacebars cost 2.5 USD each, 1u keys about 0.6 USD each, 1.25 keys 1.5 USD each.  The price of Alphas (1st group) plus modifiers and spacebars in the second group will be about 90 USD

Let's see, but a full key set would be over 130 USD and for sixty users the additional cost is paid for keys that will have no use at all, I would not consider that difference as marginal if I will save money I should pay for keys I have no use for. This set focused on users that not need full sets, while it covers all their needs, I'd say that is innovation.

Very recently I've seen full sets sold for 115 USD. And about two yes ago, triumph Adler reached 99 USD on massdrop. It even had custom colours.

Haha.
Simply, Normally MOQ will be increased, it lead to decrease the price. One step will be lead to decrease about 9~10%.
Let see....GMK MOQ is 150 / 250 / 500 / 1000 / 1500.
TA(only 121 keys) is maybe 500 MOQ ==> 99 USD   
If 250 ==> 99 / 0.9 = 110USD
If 150 ==> 110 / 0.9 = 122USD

If TA was 140~150keys, maybe +15USD. (2 years ago)

Also your calculation is very simple. But calculation is not simple. We have to consider many thing as processing / Color(one tone or two tone or some novelty keys) / Size / side pad printing / LED keys(if added)New mold price (if used) / ETC..... Also exchange rate(Now EURO/USD = 1.2) 
Normally 140~150keys with 250 MOQ is 130~140USD in many GBs. It means that if 150MOQ, maybe generally 140~150USD. (Not massdrop).
I am not sure but in my calculation, maybe only 60% set will be about 110 USD with 150MOQ, about 100 USD with 250 MOQ.
(In your calculation, you mention that 0.6 USD for 1U keys. So 40~50keys difference is about 30USD. So my calculation is not big difference)
 
I will try to discuss with GMK and it will be helpful to decrease the cost.   

[vincent88928]

Looks pretty nice! I am against any kind of front print on GMK sets however. (Just my personal preference)

I like front print as well.

[amnesia0287]

This will be only marginally cheaper than a full set. Spacebars cost 2.5 USD each, 1u keys about 0.6 USD each, 1.25 keys 1.5 USD each.  The price of Alphas (1st group) plus modifiers and spacebars in the second group will be about 90 USD

I'm not quite sure how you think it's not significant.

Just adding the F-Row and a STANDARD numpad would be 32 more keys. Then you potentially have split 0/00. scoop/bar/dot 5 key. the extra 4 keys above the numpad for larger boards. If you wanted to add all the >65% keys from Laser for example, that's 40 keys.

Even if we accept your pricing, that's AT LEAST $19.20 for the bare minimum coverage. $24 for total coverage. If the 65% kit is $100, that means you are saying a 20-24% increase is "marginally more expensive".

[xondat]

Very recently I've seen full sets sold for 115 USD. And about two yes ago, triumph Adler reached 99 USD on massdrop. It even had custom colours.

Which sets? I haven't seen any.

Also you're forgetting two things: exchange rates have changed, and GMK raised their prices.

[Giorgio]

This will be only marginally cheaper than a full set. Spacebars cost 2.5 USD each, 1u keys about 0.6 USD each, 1.25 keys 1.5 USD each.  The price of Alphas (1st group) plus modifiers and spacebars in the second group will be about 90 USD

I'm not quite sure how you think it's not significant.

Just adding the F-Row and a STANDARD numpad would be 32 more keys. Then you potentially have split 0/00. scoop/bar/dot 5 key. the extra 4 keys above the numpad for larger boards. If you wanted to add all the >65% keys from Laser for example, that's 40 keys.

Even if we accept your pricing, that's AT LEAST $19.20 for the bare minimum coverage. $24 for total coverage. If the 65% kit is $100, that means you are saying a 20-24% increase is "marginally more expensive".

32 keys for numpad and f row mean a cost of less than 20 USD, which in exchange allow you to resell the set and get compatibility with the standard layout and all the 75% variations.

[amnesia0287]

This will be only marginally cheaper than a full set. Spacebars cost 2.5 USD each, 1u keys about 0.6 USD each, 1.25 keys 1.5 USD each.  The price of Alphas (1st group) plus modifiers and spacebars in the second group will be about 90 USD

I'm not quite sure how you think it's not significant.

Just adding the F-Row and a STANDARD numpad would be 32 more keys. Then you potentially have split 0/00. scoop/bar/dot 5 key. the extra 4 keys above the numpad for larger boards. If you wanted to add all the >65% keys from Laser for example, that's 40 keys.

Even if we accept your pricing, that's AT LEAST $19.20 for the bare minimum coverage. $24 for total coverage. If the 65% kit is $100, that means you are saying a 20-24% increase is "marginally more expensive".

32 keys for numpad and f row mean a cost of less than 20 USD, which in exchange allow you to resell the set and get compatibility with the standard layout and all the 75% variations.

The entire point of this set is a cheap set for compact layouts. It was originally just going to cover the trooper/viper. Increasing the price 20% for non-compact sets makes no sense to someone like me. I will gladly take the $20 savings for keys i never use.

[funderburker]

This will be only marginally cheaper than a full set. Spacebars cost 2.5 USD each, 1u keys about 0.6 USD each, 1.25 keys 1.5 USD each.  The price of Alphas (1st group) plus modifiers and spacebars in the second group will be about 90 USD

I'm not quite sure how you think it's not significant.

Just adding the F-Row and a STANDARD numpad would be 32 more keys. Then you potentially have split 0/00. scoop/bar/dot 5 key. the extra 4 keys above the numpad for larger boards. If you wanted to add all the >65% keys from Laser for example, that's 40 keys.

Even if we accept your pricing, that's AT LEAST $19.20 for the bare minimum coverage. $24 for total coverage. If the 65% kit is $100, that means you are saying a 20-24% increase is "marginally more expensive".

32 keys for numpad and f row mean a cost of less than 20 USD, which in exchange allow you to resell the set and get compatibility with the standard layout and all the 75% variations.

The entire point of this set is a cheap set for compact layouts. It was originally just going to cover the trooper/viper. Increasing the price 20% for non-compact sets makes no sense to someone like me. I will gladly take the $20 savings for keys i never use.

YES. I've just stumbled upon this IC but I have to agree. I'd be more willing to enter a GB for a set that covers just the keys I use and nothing more. I'm a student and a parent so any savings are worth it. I don't need 1800 layout compatibility or anything like that.

Not every set needs to be 100% compatible with every single layout. BTW - this is another beige/gray set so there's definitely one keyset in (almost) this colorway that supports the layout you want.

[quaddepos]

This will be only marginally cheaper than a full set. Spacebars cost 2.5 USD each, 1u keys about 0.6 USD each, 1.25 keys 1.5 USD each.  The price of Alphas (1st group) plus modifiers and spacebars in the second group will be about 90 USD

I'm not quite sure how you think it's not significant.

Just adding the F-Row and a STANDARD numpad would be 32 more keys. Then you potentially have split 0/00. scoop/bar/dot 5 key. the extra 4 keys above the numpad for larger boards. If you wanted to add all the >65% keys from Laser for example, that's 40 keys.

Even if we accept your pricing, that's AT LEAST $19.20 for the bare minimum coverage. $24 for total coverage. If the 65% kit is $100, that means you are saying a 20-24% increase is "marginally more expensive".

32 keys for numpad and f row mean a cost of less than 20 USD, which in exchange allow you to resell the set and get compatibility with the standard layout and all the 75% variations.

The entire point of this set is a cheap set for compact layouts. It was originally just going to cover the trooper/viper. Increasing the price 20% for non-compact sets makes no sense to someone like me. I will gladly take the $20 savings for keys i never use.

YES. I've just stumbled upon this IC but I have to agree. I'd be more willing to enter a GB for a set that covers just the keys I use and nothing more. I'm a student and a parent so any savings are worth it. I don't need 1800 layout compatibility or anything like that.

^

[ideus]

I'd be interested to know how much the original set was. I'd be very happy with it as it was, I am a sixty user, so the savings with this basic set may allow me to get two sets.

[amnesia0287]

I'd be interested to know how much the original set was. I'd be very happy with it as it was, I am a sixty user, so the savings with this basic set may allow me to get two sets.

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I could use that kit if it added 7u, but I use both 60/65% boards, so 65% would be perfect. That said, 60% only wouldn't stop me from buying it.

I myself plan to try and run a 65% and under kit with as much coverage as possible at some point :P.

[ideus]

Is it possible to get the command and alt-op keys that are in the main set in 1.25u? It would be a first in double shot. There are similar keys in PBT already.

[Captainbuttmonkey]

This will be only marginally cheaper than a full set. Spacebars cost 2.5 USD each, 1u keys about 0.6 USD each, 1.25 keys 1.5 USD each.  The price of Alphas (1st group) plus modifiers and spacebars in the second group will be about 90 USD

I'm not quite sure how you think it's not significant.

Just adding the F-Row and a STANDARD numpad would be 32 more keys. Then you potentially have split 0/00. scoop/bar/dot 5 key. the extra 4 keys above the numpad for larger boards. If you wanted to add all the >65% keys from Laser for example, that's 40 keys.

Even if we accept your pricing, that's AT LEAST $19.20 for the bare minimum coverage. $24 for total coverage. If the 65% kit is $100, that means you are saying a 20-24% increase is "marginally more expensive".

32 keys for numpad and f row mean a cost of less than 20 USD, which in exchange allow you to resell the set and get compatibility with the standard layout and all the 75% variations.

The entire point of this set is a cheap set for compact layouts. It was originally just going to cover the trooper/viper. Increasing the price 20% for non-compact sets makes no sense to someone like me. I will gladly take the $20 savings for keys i never use.

YES. I've just stumbled upon this IC but I have to agree. I'd be more willing to enter a GB for a set that covers just the keys I use and nothing more. I'm a student and a parent so any savings are worth it. I don't need 1800 layout compatibility or anything like that.

Not every set needs to be 100% compatible with every single layout. BTW - this is another beige/gray set so there's definitely one keyset in (almost) this colorway that supports the layout you want.

This will be only marginally cheaper than a full set. Spacebars cost 2.5 USD each, 1u keys about 0.6 USD each, 1.25 keys 1.5 USD each.  The price of Alphas (1st group) plus modifiers and spacebars in the second group will be about 90 USD

I'm not quite sure how you think it's not significant.

Just adding the F-Row and a STANDARD numpad would be 32 more keys. Then you potentially have split 0/00. scoop/bar/dot 5 key. the extra 4 keys above the numpad for larger boards. If you wanted to add all the >65% keys from Laser for example, that's 40 keys.

Even if we accept your pricing, that's AT LEAST $19.20 for the bare minimum coverage. $24 for total coverage. If the 65% kit is $100, that means you are saying a 20-24% increase is "marginally more expensive".

32 keys for numpad and f row mean a cost of less than 20 USD, which in exchange allow you to resell the set and get compatibility with the standard layout and all the 75% variations.

Muted would be fairly similar if you wanted a full set

[kconfire]

Loving this.
Def in! 

[cocobrais]

Is it possible to get the command and alt-op keys that are in the main set in 1.25u? It would be a first in double shot. There are similar keys in PBT already.

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I think that it is difficult to add 1.25 keys because new mold will be lead to increase total cost. I am sorry.

[ideus]

Is it possible to get the command and alt-op keys that are in the main set in 1.25u? It would be a first in double shot. There are similar keys in PBT already.

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I think that it is difficult to add 1.25 keys because new mold will be lead to increase total cost. I am sorry.

Understood. The Icons included are great though, just wondering how possible it would be to have the authentic HHKB's legends in 1.25 size as well.

[cocobrais]

3D Renderings were updated.
Kit will be decided soon and I will progress the GB. 

[ideus]

The updated kit looks very good. I'd prefer the pure 60% if that leads to a reasonable price.

[cocobrais]

Soon!

US(Donutcat) / EU(Candykeys) proxies were set. Just wait feedback from CN(zFrontier). 

Kit will be
- Base kit for 60%
- Add-on kit for 65%

 

[cocobrais]

The updated kit looks very good. I'd prefer the pure 60% if that leads to a reasonable price.

Price will be fixed with proxies. I think that it will be reasonable price considering exchange rate.
Very closed to start GB. 

[ihalatch]

Soon!

US(Donutcat) / EU(Candykeys) proxies were set. Just wait feedback from CN(zFrontier). 

Kit will be
- Base kit for 60%
- Add-on kit for 65%

(Attachment Link)  

Australia and NZ?

[cocobrais]

Soon!

US(Donutcat) / EU(Candykeys) proxies were set. Just wait feedback from CN(zFrontier). 

Kit will be
- Base kit for 60%
- Add-on kit for 65%

(Attachment Link)  

Australia and NZ?

Not fixed. But maybe US proxy is possible to handle AU/NZ. or I can directly handle but price will be need to compare with US proxy.
So I will update information my price for AU and NZ. Is it ok for you?

[ihalatch]

Soon!

US(Donutcat) / EU(Candykeys) proxies were set. Just wait feedback from CN(zFrontier). 

Kit will be
- Base kit for 60%
- Add-on kit for 65%

(Attachment Link)  

Australia and NZ?

Not fixed. But maybe US proxy is possible to handle AU/NZ. or I can directly handle but price will be need to compare with US proxy.
So I will update information my price for AU and NZ. Is it ok for you?

Yes, that'll be good. Thanks.

[jebbra]

I too prefer the original 60 only support to minimize the price.

On another note, with RAMA's GMK Heavy Industry having a sublegend for diamond arrow, any chance this can incorporate that too? Or maybe simply have them front printed like the Caps Lock/Control.

[babb2]

That render looks so nice,
When is it coming!!!

[cocobrais]

I too prefer the original 60 only support to minimize the price.

On another note, with RAMA's GMK Heavy Industry having a sublegend for diamond arrow, any chance this can incorporate that too? Or maybe simply have them front printed like the Caps Lock/Control.

Could you please give a link for rama?

[cocobrais]

That render looks so nice,
When is it coming!!!

If possible, end of Feb or early next month.

[xondat]

I too prefer the original 60 only support to minimize the price.

On another note, with RAMA's GMK Heavy Industry having a sublegend for diamond arrow, any chance this can incorporate that too? Or maybe simply have them front printed like the Caps Lock/Control.

Could you please give a link for rama?

https://rama.works/#/gmk-heavy-industry/

[ideus]

I like Coco's Happy Life set better than Rama's.

[cocobrais]

I decide to make two kit.
- Base for 60%
- Addon for 65% extension.

Soon.

[ideus]

I decide to make two kit.
- Base for 60%
- Addon for 65% extension.

Soon.

Patiently waiting for it sir Coco. I am pretty sure it will be a great set, at a reasonable  price. I must have for any serious sixty user.

[noSatellite]

I decide to make two kit.
- Base for 60%
- Addon for 65% extension.

Soon.

I would love to see support for the 60% extension. I love the clean, professional look of this set - hope the GB comes through soon!

[Poesjuh]

A 2u shift is included right?


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[cocobrais]

A 2u shift is included right?


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2u shift?
This set include 2.25u / 2.75u / 1.25u / 1.75u shift.
Left : ansi 2.25u  /  iso 1.25u
Right : general 2.75u / 1.25u for 1800 & mini layout.

[Poesjuh]

A 2u shift is included right?


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2u shift?
This set include 2.25u / 2.75u / 1.25u / 1.75u shift.
Left : ansi 2.25u  /  iso 1.25u
Right : general 2.75u / 1.25u for 1800 & mini layout.

Hmmm, pity. There are some 65’s that use 2u like the COD and GK64.


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[funderburker]

A 2u shift is included right?


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2u shift?
This set include 2.25u / 2.75u / 1.25u / 1.75u shift.
Left : ansi 2.25u  /  iso 1.25u
Right : general 2.75u / 1.25u for 1800 & mini layout.

Hmmm, pity. There are some 65’s that use 2u like the COD and GK64.


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Well, those are 60% keyboards that try to jam together a 65% layout. The only official board that uses a 2u Shift that I know of is Cherry G80-11900 if I'm correct. And then there's a lot of keysets on KbdFans that offer 2u Shift also.

P.S. Official was meant as a board that could be a donor keyset if you looking for Cherry profile keys.

[cocobrais]

Hey, Guys.
Today I am happy to inform one good news.
Before starting GB, I have worked two things.

One is proxy finding and currently Donutcat for US and Candykeys for EU were set.
Just  wait to feedback to zFrontier for CN.

Another is that to make more competition set for 60% Keyset.
This means that I try to add the divided space bar(2.25U+1U+2.75U blank keys for space bar) without additional cost increasing.
I already had a quotations and have discussed to make these three keys without additional cost increasing.
As a result, today GMK accepted my opinion. 

Current my plan   
- This week : share information to proxies for opening the web.
- Next  week : open the GB in Geekhack
 
Really hope to see you soon.

[Puddsy]

Hey, Guys.
Today I am happy to inform one good news.
Before starting GB, I have worked two things.

One is proxy finding and currently Donutcat for US and Candykeys for EU were set.
Just  wait to feedback to zFrontier for CN.

Another is that to make more competition set for 60% Keyset.
This means that I try to add the divided space bar(2.25U+1U+2.75U blank keys for space bar) without additional cost increasing.
I already had a quotations and have discussed to make these three keys without additional cost increasing.
As a result, today GMK accepted my opinion. 

Current my plan   
- This week : share information to proxies for opening the web.
- Next  week : open the GB in Geekhack
 
Really hope to see you soon.

awesome! thanks brais

[noSatellite]

Hey, Guys.
Today I am happy to inform one good news.
Before starting GB, I have worked two things.

One is proxy finding and currently Donutcat for US and Candykeys for EU were set.
Just  wait to feedback to zFrontier for CN.

Another is that to make more competition set for 60% Keyset.
This means that I try to add the divided space bar(2.25U+1U+2.75U blank keys for space bar) without additional cost increasing.
I already had a quotations and have discussed to make these three keys without additional cost increasing.
As a result, today GMK accepted my opinion. 

Current my plan   
- This week : share information to proxies for opening the web.
- Next  week : open the GB in Geekhack
 
Really hope to see you soon.

Thanks for the update! 

[ideus]

That sounds pretty good.

[Poesjuh]

Good news, I’ll keep an eye out on candykeys then


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[MaNiFeX]

Looks great!  I'd love this set for my MX HHKBs.  Sign me up!

[Giorgio]

Hey, Guys.
Today I am happy to inform one good news.
Before starting GB, I have worked two things.

One is proxy finding and currently Donutcat for US and Candykeys for EU were set.
Just  wait to feedback to zFrontier for CN.

Another is that to make more competition set for 60% Keyset.
This means that I try to add the divided space bar(2.25U+1U+2.75U blank keys for space bar) without additional cost increasing.
I already had a quotations and have discussed to make these three keys without additional cost increasing.
As a result, today GMK accepted my opinion. 

Current my plan   
- This week : share information to proxies for opening the web.
- Next  week : open the GB in Geekhack
 
Really hope to see you soon.

Convex?

[cocobrais]

Hey, Guys.
Today I am happy to inform one good news.
Before starting GB, I have worked two things.

One is proxy finding and currently Donutcat for US and Candykeys for EU were set.
Just  wait to feedback to zFrontier for CN.

Another is that to make more competition set for 60% Keyset.
This means that I try to add the divided space bar(2.25U+1U+2.75U blank keys for space bar) without additional cost increasing.
I already had a quotations and have discussed to make these three keys without additional cost increasing.
As a result, today GMK accepted my opinion. 

Current my plan   
- This week : share information to proxies for opening the web.
- Next  week : open the GB in Geekhack
 
Really hope to see you soon.

Convex?

No. Cancave. GMK don't have convex mold. It is same situation with other divided spacebar set.

[cocobrais]

zFrontier for CN was just joined.

When web site of all proxies will be prepared, I will make a thread in GB page. Expected date is early next week. 

[Giorgio]

zFrontier for CN was just joined.

When web site of all proxies will be prepared, I will make a thread in GB page. Expected date is early next week. 

Did I miss the price? thanks

[cocobrais]

zFrontier for CN was just joined.

When web site of all proxies will be prepared, I will make a thread in GB page. Expected date is early next week. 

Did I miss the price? thanks

No missed. Price will be posted in GB thread.

[cocobrais]

KBDLAB for KR was opened. All proxies have been preparing to open the own sites for this set.
If all site will be prepared, I will make a thread for GB. Nearly close. Price will be opened in same timing.

[cocobrais]

Requested GB approval and open soon. Hope to be reached MOQ!

[cocobrais]

Awaiting approval..........Hope to be approved fast....

For your reference,
All proxy webs have been opened and you guys can be checked price.

United States : https://donutcables.com/product/gmk-60s-happy-life/
Europe : https://www.candykeys.com/product/gb-gmk-60s-happy-life/
Korea : http://kbdlab.co.kr/index.php?document_srl=5055372&mid=board_gb_outside
China : https://www.zfrontier.com/m/3460

[ihalatch]

Awaiting approval..........Hope to be approved fast....

For your reference,
All proxy webs have been opened and you guys can be checked price.

United States : https://donutcables.com/product/gmk-60s-happy-life/
Europe : https://www.candykeys.com/product/gb-gmk-60s-happy-life/
Korea : http://kbdlab.co.kr/index.php?document_srl=5055372&mid=board_gb_outside
China : https://www.zfrontier.com/m/3460

Australia and NZ?

[cocobrais]

Awaiting approval..........Hope to be approved fast....

For your reference,
All proxy webs have been opened and you guys can be checked price.

United States : https://donutcables.com/product/gmk-60s-happy-life/
Europe : https://www.candykeys.com/product/gb-gmk-60s-happy-life/
Korea : http://kbdlab.co.kr/index.php?document_srl=5055372&mid=board_gb_outside
China : https://www.zfrontier.com/m/3460

Australia and NZ?

US will cover....In GB thread, I add the price in case of AU,NZ want to participate in KR

[ihalatch]

Awaiting approval..........Hope to be approved fast....

For your reference,
All proxy webs have been opened and you guys can be checked price.

United States : https://donutcables.com/product/gmk-60s-happy-life/
Europe : https://www.candykeys.com/product/gb-gmk-60s-happy-life/
Korea : http://kbdlab.co.kr/index.php?document_srl=5055372&mid=board_gb_outside
China : https://www.zfrontier.com/m/3460

Australia and NZ?

US will cover....In GB thread, I add the price in case of AU,NZ want to participate in KR

Unfortunately, I'm not versed in Korean so the US it is. Thanks.

[cocobrais]

Awaiting approval..........Hope to be approved fast....

For your reference,
All proxy webs have been opened and you guys can be checked price.

United States : https://donutcables.com/product/gmk-60s-happy-life/
Europe : https://www.candykeys.com/product/gb-gmk-60s-happy-life/
Korea : http://kbdlab.co.kr/index.php?document_srl=5055372&mid=board_gb_outside
China : https://www.zfrontier.com/m/3460

Australia and NZ?

US will cover....In GB thread, I add the price in case of AU,NZ want to participate in KR

Unfortunately, I'm not versed in Korean so the US it is. Thanks.

If you want to join in KR, I will make a google form and I will handling.. But I don't know this has cost merit or not to you because I don't know how much shipping cost US to NZ/AU.

[ihalatch]

Awaiting approval..........Hope to be approved fast....

For your reference,
All proxy webs have been opened and you guys can be checked price.

United States : https://donutcables.com/product/gmk-60s-happy-life/
Europe : https://www.candykeys.com/product/gb-gmk-60s-happy-life/
Korea : http://kbdlab.co.kr/index.php?document_srl=5055372&mid=board_gb_outside
China : https://www.zfrontier.com/m/3460

Australia and NZ?

US will cover....In GB thread, I add the price in case of AU,NZ want to participate in KR

Unfortunately, I'm not versed in Korean so the US it is. Thanks.

If you want to join in KR, I will make a google form and I will handling.. But I don't know this has cost merit or not to you because I don't know how much shipping cost US to NZ/AU.

No worries. I'll  buy them from the US proxy. Thanks.

[ideus]

I just hope the main set to reach the second bracket, at least. I will get in for sure, anyway.

[xondat]

Are there any pictures of the two colors used for the caps together?

[cocobrais]

Are there any pictures of the two colors used for the caps together?

I don't have it. Just I have GMK color sample caps, If you want, now I can take a picture.

[xondat]

Are there any pictures of the two colors used for the caps together?

I don't have it. Just I have GMK color sample caps, If you want, now I can take a picture.

Think that's what I meant, I'm quite tired so probably didn't make sense. Yes please!

[cocobrais]

I just hope the main set to reach the second bracket, at least. I will get in for sure, anyway.

Price is reasonable in my calculation, but I thought that many users feel expensive. So I try to add more keys(Split space bar) with free of charge and success.
But still I want that many users feel more comfortable to join. So I also hope that MOQ will be reached 2nd tier. 

[ideus]

I just hope the main set to reach the second bracket, at least. I will get in for sure, anyway.

Price is reasonable in my calculation, but I thought that many users feel expensive. So I try to add more keys(Split space bar) with free of charge and success.
But still I want that many users feel more comfortable to join. So I also hope that MOQ will be reached 2nd tier.

The price is reasonable; the space bars included are good extras and the careful design of the modifiers is great, again, for the sake of demand, if the second tier is reached the price drop is great.

[cocobrais]

Are there any pictures of the two colors used for the caps together?

I don't have it. Just I have GMK color sample caps, If you want, now I can take a picture.

Think that's what I meant, I'm quite tired so probably didn't make sense. Yes please!

I think that real and picture are little bit difference. But for your information...I compare this set color with 9009 Base color.

[xondat]

Are there any pictures of the two colors used for the caps together?

I don't have it. Just I have GMK color sample caps, If you want, now I can take a picture.

Think that's what I meant, I'm quite tired so probably didn't make sense. Yes please!

I think that real and picture are little bit difference. But for your information...I compare this set color with 9009 Base color.
(Attachment Link)
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Quite a bit more contrast than I was expecting. Looks pretty good though.

Thanks; I'll be joining for sure.

[cocobrais]

Are there any pictures of the two colors used for the caps together?

I don't have it. Just I have GMK color sample caps, If you want, now I can take a picture.

Think that's what I meant, I'm quite tired so probably didn't make sense. Yes please!

I think that real and picture are little bit difference. But for your information...I compare this set color with 9009 Base color.
(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)

Quite a bit more contrast than I was expecting. Looks pretty good though.

Thanks; I'll be joining for sure.

Thanks 

[Puddsy]

No bars?

I'll buy it either way, but I'd offer both if I were you. Ask GMK when you ask them about split spacebar.

[cocobrais]

No bars?

I'll buy it either way, but I'd offer both if I were you. Ask GMK when you ask them about split spacebar.

As I continuously posted before, FJ bar were not included. Split space bar 3 key was already accepted and added with free of charge.
I am not sure GMK accept to add 2 keys with free of charge. But if we will reach the 2nd tier as 250 set, I will discuss to add 2 key with free of charge again. I think that it is reasonable approach method to add these considering also GMK side. I will try!

[Puddsy]

No bars?

I'll buy it either way, but I'd offer both if I were you. Ask GMK when you ask them about split spacebar.

As I continuously posted before, FJ bar were not included. Split space bar 3 key was already accepted and added with free of charge.
I am not sure GMK accept to add 2 keys with free of charge. But if we will reach the 2nd tier as 250 set, I will discuss to add 2 key with free of charge again. I think that it is reasonable approach method to add these considering also GMK side. I will try!

Awesome. Thanks.

[Poesjuh]

So the extended kit is the one with all the 1u's right?

[cocobrais]

So the extended kit is the one with all the 1u's right?

all 1u excepting one 2.25 shift.

[cocobrais]

GB Approved and Opened!