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Title: [IC] Kepler (GB date: May 10)
Post by: onefivenine on Mon, 22 April 2019, 15:24:18
Group buy date: May 10 (opening time announced during Top Clack build stream)

Form: https://forms.gle/MKHR93vqmhz9pqwf9

Hi All,

This is an IC for a TKL: Kepler.

Discord: https://discord.gg/VMfTUsN

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/k.tkl.jpg)


Specifications:


Expanded View:

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/Kepler-Expanded.png)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kep-expanded-angle.png)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler_mount_02.png)


Renders:

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/TopView.761.png)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/TopView.762.png)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/KeplerSilver01.jpg)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/KeplerSilver02.jpg)


Updates:
04/23: Pricing and parts included in kit
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: onefivenine on Mon, 22 April 2019, 15:24:49
Reserved.

Prototype:
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/weight.png)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler-proto_03.jpg)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler-proto_01.jpg)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler-proto_02.jpg)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler-profile-01.jpg)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler-top.jpg)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler-ral-9006.jpg)


(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/1.jpg)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/11.jpg)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/4.jpg)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/6.jpg)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler-lemo.jpg)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler.jpg)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/Kepler-Muted.jpg)
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: click clack jack on Mon, 22 April 2019, 15:32:20
Dear lord a prototype already? This thing is T H I C C. I freaking love it. I am so in, can't wait to see you build it with some keycaps and what not!
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: Puddsy on Mon, 22 April 2019, 15:32:30
second account not working out, huh
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: o3okevin on Mon, 22 April 2019, 15:33:10
we back
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: vonswoopington on Mon, 22 April 2019, 15:37:12
thanks for updating with the side profile pics!  can't wait to see fully built pics
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: PotatoTM on Mon, 22 April 2019, 15:49:11
Nice prototype!
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: mrpetrov on Mon, 22 April 2019, 15:52:46
Looks even better than I hoped! Love it.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: MajorKoos on Mon, 22 April 2019, 18:53:05
That bezel is unashamedly THICC.
I love it.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: Solotov on Mon, 22 April 2019, 18:56:06
Unique af. Love it!
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: p_blaze on Mon, 22 April 2019, 18:57:12
GODDAM THATS THICC
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: Solotov on Mon, 22 April 2019, 19:07:11
Btw, what are the dimensions of bezel on sides and bottom? I'm wondering how thick they are.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: Jkush463 on Mon, 22 April 2019, 22:56:44
this has my interest. very nice and i like the lines
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: regionfree on Tue, 23 April 2019, 01:02:07
watching this. definitely interested!
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: audax989 on Tue, 23 April 2019, 01:08:38
Quote from: regionfree on Tue, 23 April 2019, 01:02:07
watching this. definitely interested!

you and me both bud.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: rondg on Tue, 23 April 2019, 01:14:30
Not really into TKLs but this looks nice!
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: catamscott on Tue, 23 April 2019, 01:43:01
that proto  :eek:
will undoubtedly be too broke for this but it looks super nice
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: iammeuru on Tue, 23 April 2019, 03:11:05
This thing is amazing! Great work, and I can't wait to see what you do with this man... I'm pretty interested, for sure!
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: Captain Shwah on Tue, 23 April 2019, 10:34:30
That bottom is unreal, such a cool board.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: MajorKoos on Tue, 23 April 2019, 12:13:43
I must have the black WKL version.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: bthezebra on Tue, 23 April 2019, 13:21:59
Wow that proto looks nice!
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: onefivenine on Tue, 23 April 2019, 13:59:44
Close enough

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler-ral-9006.jpg)
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: Aznakh on Tue, 23 April 2019, 14:20:47
Consider me interested!

Also, please forgive my ignorance as I'm a little new to this branch of DIY-keyboards, but does anyone have any tips for non-group buy PCB that would fit this board? Would the KBD8X work? Or should I wait for another group but for something else?
Any opinions would be greatly appreciated!
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: KorbenDallas on Tue, 23 April 2019, 14:41:21
Are you going for that kind of rainbow coloration on the black PVD coating or was that just a result of the process?
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: prototype photos)
Post by: onefivenine on Tue, 23 April 2019, 15:01:34
Quote from: Aznakh on Tue, 23 April 2019, 14:20:47
Consider me interested!

Also, please forgive my ignorance as I'm a little new to this branch of DIY-keyboards, but does anyone have any tips for non-group buy PCB that would fit this board? Would the KBD8X work? Or should I wait for another group but for something else?
Any opinions would be greatly appreciated!
PCBs will be offered during the group buy, but if you're looking for a currently available PCB with usb breakout support I would check out Hiney's h87a.

Quote from: KorbenDallas on Tue, 23 April 2019, 14:41:21
Are you going for that kind of rainbow coloration on the black PVD coating or was that just a result of the process?

Finish for the base exterior will be a full PVD black, the interior will have the rainbow pvd finish like the prototype.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Lormania on Tue, 23 April 2019, 21:35:36
I'm tempted
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: mrpetrov on Tue, 23 April 2019, 21:36:30
I think this is where I was expecting it to come out - count me in as a definite if I'm lucky enough to snag a spot. This is an iconic design. For me, I would (and will) pay this price over a #2, let alone a stainless steel #2.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: ptiede on Tue, 23 April 2019, 21:48:17
100% in. I love this. Just hope I am lucky enough to get a spot. Any idea when the GB will go live?
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Zacharius on Tue, 23 April 2019, 23:43:29
So freaking up for this if I can get a spot
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: AlcoholEnthusiast on Wed, 24 April 2019, 00:11:03
It's probably a bit above the amount I'll spend on a keyboard. That being said based on what you get I think it's definitely worth it. This is shaping up to be a beautiful board.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: japanesehorrorwriter on Wed, 24 April 2019, 00:57:48
This is remarkable. You need bezels that big to pick up a board that heavy. This is a well thought out, killer design. Lets do this. As is......!
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Kerasan on Wed, 24 April 2019, 01:32:05
I was interested but unfortunately it is outside the budget

KMK Labs.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: bthezebra on Wed, 24 April 2019, 02:09:38
Black excellence and Mr 159, So in.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: audax989 on Wed, 24 April 2019, 03:10:15
as much as I love the overall design. I think the price is a bit too much for me. not sure where much of the cost is going to. I would imagine the PVD finish. or maybe the custom gasket. or the machine time to create those curves?
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Anakey on Wed, 24 April 2019, 03:36:11
Quote from: audax989 on Wed, 24 April 2019, 03:10:15
as much as I love the overall design. I think the price is a bit too much for me. not sure where much of the cost is going to. I would imagine the PVD finish. or maybe the custom gasket. or the machine time to create those curves?

The Pelican case and Lemo connector will make a good $150 of the price and that is before you get to the machining required on such a large piece of brass plus recouping prototype costs way outside my price point but those with a larger bank balance would probably like this.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: jshufelt on Wed, 24 April 2019, 07:27:43
Option to pick up an extra cable during the GB?  At this price point, might as well have both USB-A and USB-C...
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: spyruf on Wed, 24 April 2019, 07:52:39
The silver seems to be more of a darker silver / light grey. Am I correct in assuming this will not resemble an "Apple Silver".
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: onefivenine on Wed, 24 April 2019, 09:14:25
Quote from: ptiede on Tue, 23 April 2019, 21:48:17
100% in. I love this. Just hope I am lucky enough to get a spot. Any idea when the GB will go live?
Relatively soon, but will get prototypes in the hands of a couple content creators prior to.

Quote from: jshufelt on Wed, 24 April 2019, 07:27:43
Option to pick up an extra cable during the GB?  At this price point, might as well have both USB-A and USB-C...
I will reach out to my supplier and will get back to you.
UPDATE: extra cable will be available during GB.


Quote from: spyruf on Wed, 24 April 2019, 07:52:39
The silver seems to be more of a darker silver / light grey. Am I correct in assuming this will not resemble an "Apple Silver".
Correct. The prototypes were anodized to match RAL 9006.
However, I am not opposed to the idea of choosing a different tone of silver/gray if there's interest.

Update: "Apple Silver" is Pantone 429C (https://www.pantone.com/color-finder/429-C) which is fairly close to RAL 7040 (https://www.ralcolorchart.com/ral-classic/ral-7040-window-grey)
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: EnjoyMyInSec on Wed, 24 April 2019, 10:21:47
It's a beautifull board for sure, a very prenium one, that is probably above keycult. That being said the price is justified considering all No.2 sold in less than 30 seconds.
that Lemo cable is beautifull though. :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: g_mr_p on Wed, 24 April 2019, 10:46:03
Wow, that swooping curved bottom is such a bold statement.  Don't know how I feel about the price point, but certainly hoping to see where this goes.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Xynerorias on Wed, 24 April 2019, 12:33:49
OOF for the board

Roblox OOF for the price
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Puddsy on Wed, 24 April 2019, 12:50:57
850

bye
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Hawkfriend on Wed, 24 April 2019, 13:52:02
No bumpons?
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Jkush463 on Wed, 24 April 2019, 14:02:40
well, give me another week ill be ready,
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: onefivenine on Wed, 24 April 2019, 14:04:05
Quote from: Hawkfriend on Wed, 24 April 2019, 13:52:02
No bumpons?

Not needed but I can throw some in if you need
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: spyruf on Wed, 24 April 2019, 16:52:12
Quote from: onefivenine on Wed, 24 April 2019, 09:14:25
Correct. The prototypes were anodized to match RAL 9006.
However, I am not opposed to the idea of choosing a different tone of silver/gray if there's interest.

Update: "Apple Silver" is Pantone 429C (https://www.pantone.com/color-finder/429-C) which is fairly close to RAL 7040 (https://www.ralcolorchart.com/ral-classic/ral-7040-window-grey)

Thanks, however on second thought I don’t think a lighter grey will look good with the PVD black bottom. If I join, I will be going for the e coat black.

With regard to the price for the board:
1. Is shipping included?
2. Could the pelican carrying case be made optional?
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: sl70309 on Wed, 24 April 2019, 23:19:27
what makes this worth $300-400 more than those $400-500 keyboards? no offense, just want to know if there is difference in material used or other stuffs. thanks
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: fireworm on Wed, 24 April 2019, 23:22:04
Quote from: sl70309 on Wed, 24 April 2019, 23:19:27
what makes this worth $300-400 more than those $400-500 keyboards? no offense, just want to know if there is difference in material used or other stuffs. thanks
PVD brass bottom. Lots of machining for the curves, I think. A few nice included peripherals (case) too.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: onefivenine on Wed, 24 April 2019, 23:29:00
Quote from: spyruf on Wed, 24 April 2019, 16:52:12
Quote from: onefivenine on Wed, 24 April 2019, 09:14:25
Correct. The prototypes were anodized to match RAL 9006.
However, I am not opposed to the idea of choosing a different tone of silver/gray if there's interest.

Update: "Apple Silver" is Pantone 429C (https://www.pantone.com/color-finder/429-C) which is fairly close to RAL 7040 (https://www.ralcolorchart.com/ral-classic/ral-7040-window-grey)

Thanks, however on second thought I don’t think a lighter grey will look good with the PVD black bottom. If I join, I will be going for the e coat black.

With regard to the price for the board:
1. Is shipping included?
2. Could the pelican carrying case be made optional?

1. No, shipping will be calculated during checkout, which is integrated with USPS discounted rates.
2. Sorry, these cases are priced at bulk quantity rates. I've decided to skip the custom packaging and use that expense to ship these boards to you in a protective case instead.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: onefivenine on Wed, 24 April 2019, 23:38:42
Quote from: fireworm on Wed, 24 April 2019, 23:22:04
Quote from: sl70309 on Wed, 24 April 2019, 23:19:27
what makes this worth $300-400 more than those $400-500 keyboards? no offense, just want to know if there is difference in material used or other stuffs. thanks
PVD brass bottom. Lots of machining for the curves, I think. A few nice included peripherals (case) too.

This.

Yes, brass is a relatively cheap material. However.. machining, hand polishing, and PVD finishing such a large piece of brass is not cheap. The cabled connectors and pelican case are included at bulk per unit pricing.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: sl70309 on Thu, 25 April 2019, 11:32:25
Quote from: onefivenine on Wed, 24 April 2019, 23:38:42
Quote from: fireworm on Wed, 24 April 2019, 23:22:04
Quote from: sl70309 on Wed, 24 April 2019, 23:19:27
what makes this worth $300-400 more than those $400-500 keyboards? no offense, just want to know if there is difference in material used or other stuffs. thanks
PVD brass bottom. Lots of machining for the curves, I think. A few nice included peripherals (case) too.

This.

Yes, brass is a relatively cheap material. However.. machining, hand polishing, and PVD finishing such a large piece of brass is not cheap. The cabled connectors and pelican case are included at bulk per unit pricing.

Thanks. few other questions:

1. who will be the manufacturer?
2. is there a top case brass option?
3. $850 is most expensive GroupBuy keyboard i have seen in this community, and i think everyone is worry about Quality Control as no one is willing to spending 850 on an imperfect keyboard.
4. if you can make Pelican case as an option, i think this will attract more people to join.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: onefivenine on Thu, 25 April 2019, 13:06:36
Quote from: sl70309 on Thu, 25 April 2019, 11:32:25
Quote from: onefivenine on Wed, 24 April 2019, 23:38:42
Quote from: fireworm on Wed, 24 April 2019, 23:22:04
Quote from: sl70309 on Wed, 24 April 2019, 23:19:27
what makes this worth $300-400 more than those $400-500 keyboards? no offense, just want to know if there is difference in material used or other stuffs. thanks
PVD brass bottom. Lots of machining for the curves, I think. A few nice included peripherals (case) too.

This.

Yes, brass is a relatively cheap material. However.. machining, hand polishing, and PVD finishing such a large piece of brass is not cheap. The cabled connectors and pelican case are included at bulk per unit pricing.

Thanks. few other questions:

1. who will be the manufacturer?
2. is there a top case brass option?
3. $850 is most expensive GroupBuy keyboard i have seen in this community, and i think everyone is worry about Quality Control as no one is willing to spending 850 on an imperfect keyboard.
4. if you can make Pelican case as an option, i think this will attract more people to join.


1. Santa ;)
2. Probably not...this contradicts with the concerns you had previously and for question 4?
3. I'm 100% concerned with QC as well, which brings us back to the cost.
4. With or without the pelican case it will still be $850. The case was a two birds with one stone idea, but I can remove this from the kit entirely.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: ptiede on Thu, 25 April 2019, 16:17:01


Please keep the pelican case. That thing is awesome, and I would love to have one.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Jkush463 on Fri, 26 April 2019, 23:22:33
yeah keep the peli if the price isnt changing i want this thing to get to me not ****ed up.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: rottencat on Sat, 27 April 2019, 13:10:51
Interested, but will the PCB support ISO?
Title: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Starston3 on Sat, 27 April 2019, 13:37:54
Quote from: rottencat on Sat, 27 April 2019, 13:10:51
Interested, but will the PCB support ISO?

Hiney's h87a pcb supports ISO.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: xondat on Sat, 27 April 2019, 14:17:24
Quote from: Starston3 on Sat, 27 April 2019, 13:37:54
Quote from: rottencat on Sat, 27 April 2019, 13:10:51
Interested, but will the PCB support ISO?

Hiney's h87a pcb supports ISO.

Plate doesn't though :eek:
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: damagepoint on Sat, 27 April 2019, 19:02:46
Quote from: xondat on Sat, 27 April 2019, 14:17:24
Quote from: Starston3 on Sat, 27 April 2019, 13:37:54
Quote from: rottencat on Sat, 27 April 2019, 13:10:51
Interested, but will the PCB support ISO?

Hiney's h87a pcb supports ISO.

Plate doesn't though :eek:

159 said in discord he offer fixed iso plates, as well as releasing plate files.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: onefivenine on Sat, 27 April 2019, 20:11:10
Quote from: damagepoint on Sat, 27 April 2019, 19:02:46
Quote from: xondat on Sat, 27 April 2019, 14:17:24
Quote from: Starston3 on Sat, 27 April 2019, 13:37:54
Quote from: rottencat on Sat, 27 April 2019, 13:10:51
Interested, but will the PCB support ISO?

Hiney's h87a pcb supports ISO.

Plate doesn't though :eek:

159 said in discord he offer fixed iso plates, as well as releasing plate files.

Yes, I will offer fixed plates for ISO if buyers can agree on a single plate material. I won't have it available on the product page but you can send me an email (I'm assuming a small amount of orders for this layout).

Also, I have ordered a final pre-production prototype with a PVD silver base, WK top, and pvd brass plate to show case.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: aceventura25 on Sat, 27 April 2019, 20:40:14
Is this the heaviest board that's been done as a group buy here?
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: fireworm on Sat, 27 April 2019, 20:55:31
If you are prototyping PVD silver, is there a reason to not offer that in the gb?
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Rise on Sat, 27 April 2019, 21:09:09
Quote from: aceventura25 on Sat, 27 April 2019, 20:40:14
Is this the heaviest board that's been done as a group buy here?

yeah, probably. The original weigh-ins we did on the protos were insane.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Puddsy on Sat, 27 April 2019, 21:11:35
Quote from: Rise on Sat, 27 April 2019, 21:09:09
Quote from: aceventura25 on Sat, 27 April 2019, 20:40:14
Is this the heaviest board that's been done as a group buy here?

yeah, probably. The original weigh-ins we did on the protos were insane.

no 1 with brass is 11.8lbs unbuilt, 456GT is ~12-13lbs
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Rise on Sat, 27 April 2019, 21:25:30
Quote from: Puddsy on Sat, 27 April 2019, 21:11:35
Quote from: Rise on Sat, 27 April 2019, 21:09:09
Quote from: aceventura25 on Sat, 27 April 2019, 20:40:14
Is this the heaviest board that's been done as a group buy here?

yeah, probably. The original weigh-ins we did on the protos were insane.

no 1 with brass is 11.8lbs unbuilt, 456GT is ~12-13lbs

thanks for correcting me, kind of new to the hobby so I appreciate a bit of the history. :)
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: onefivenine on Sat, 27 April 2019, 21:40:01
Quote from: fireworm on Sat, 27 April 2019, 20:55:31
If you are prototyping PVD silver, is there a reason to not offer that in the gb?

I am actually going to change the options:
Silver tops will come with silver pvd bottom
Black tops will come with black pvd bottom
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: fireworm on Sat, 27 April 2019, 21:48:26
Quote from: onefivenine on Sat, 27 April 2019, 21:40:01
Quote from: fireworm on Sat, 27 April 2019, 20:55:31
If you are prototyping PVD silver, is there a reason to not offer that in the gb?

I am actually going to change the options:
Silver tops will come with silver pvd bottom
Black tops will come with black pvd bottom
Cool. Might have to bite...
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: mrpetrov on Sat, 27 April 2019, 23:10:50
So if Jane v2 CE sold 100 spots in 2 seconds, based on my highly proprietary algorithm it should take Kepler...
... <calculating>
... <calculating>
... <calculating>
...1 second to sell 50 spots?
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Sat, 27 April 2019, 23:33:00
That's what I was worried about. This won't take very long.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Moac on Sun, 28 April 2019, 00:05:38
Maybe limit the Kepler for one day to , 1 per purchase and only one from that IP (if possible).

Board looks stellar , it’s between the Kepler and the satisfaction 75%. Choices choices.


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Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: ptiede on Sun, 28 April 2019, 00:06:49
Quote from: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Sat, 27 April 2019, 23:33:00
That's what I was worried about. This won't take very long.
Same I'm gonna have to be ready to get one if these.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: mrpetrov on Sun, 28 April 2019, 00:12:57
Quote from: Moac on Sun, 28 April 2019, 00:05:38
Board looks stellar , it’s between the Kepler and the satisfaction 75%. Choices choices.

Do whatever you gotta do to get both imo.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 28 April 2019, 00:19:53
Quote from: mrpetrov on Sat, 27 April 2019, 23:10:50
So if Jane v2 CE sold 100 spots in 2 seconds, based on my highly proprietary algorithm it should take Kepler...
... <calculating>
... <calculating>
... <calculating>
...1 second to sell 50 spots?

at nearly double the price? nah

i'm not sure it'll sell out
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Jkush463 on Sun, 28 April 2019, 01:05:33
alot of people talk big but dont have the wallet to keep up, im sure this one wont sell out too fast at the price point.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Solotov on Sun, 28 April 2019, 02:52:20
When will the GB start? Can’t wait to enter thai one asap after a disappointment on Jane Cancel Edition v2..
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Surefoot on Sun, 28 April 2019, 09:41:39
I might join for a brass ISO plate...
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: onefivenine on Thu, 02 May 2019, 13:20:45
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler-lemo.jpg)

Hoping to get clear GB date/info this weekend. Thanks for your patience.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: King4477 on Thu, 02 May 2019, 15:13:00
Might be too good looking for my dingy office.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: mrpetrov on Thu, 02 May 2019, 15:57:30
Quote from: onefivenine on Thu, 02 May 2019, 13:20:45
Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler-lemo.jpg)


Hoping to get clear GB date/info this weekend. Thanks for your patience.

That is a stunningly puckered little ring.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: iammeuru on Sat, 04 May 2019, 01:57:25
Thanks for being on the ball by wanting to get GB info up early enough for everyone to know... I'm going to be ready to pull the trigger right when you open it up... I was sad to not get in on No.2 or Jane V2 CE (the latter of which I just didn't know about the GB info on, because of how quick it went from info to GB opening)...

Frankly, Kepler, HBCP, and IRMA (plastic Alice too, but IRMA moreso) are the upcoming board GBs I'm truely excited about; I CAN'T miss out on the opportunity to jump in on these if I can help it.

You rock, and that board looks spectacular. I can't wait!
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: onefivenine on Sat, 04 May 2019, 02:48:34
Quote from: iammeuru on Sat, 04 May 2019, 01:57:25
Thanks for being on the ball by wanting to get GB info up early enough for everyone to know... I'm going to be ready to pull the trigger right when you open it up... I was sad to not get in on No.2 or Jane V2 CE (the latter of which I just didn't know about the GB info on, because of how quick it went from info to GB opening)...

Frankly, Kepler, HBCP, and IRMA (plastic Alice too, but IRMA moreso) are the upcoming board GBs I'm truely excited about; I CAN'T miss out on the opportunity to jump in on these if I can help it.

You rock, and that board looks spectacular. I can't wait!

Thanks for your support!
Enjoy:
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler.jpg)
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (Update: pricing and kit details)
Post by: Slash Emperor on Mon, 06 May 2019, 07:30:25
Quote from: onefivenine on Sat, 04 May 2019, 02:48:34
Quote from: iammeuru on Sat, 04 May 2019, 01:57:25
Thanks for being on the ball by wanting to get GB info up early enough for everyone to know... I'm going to be ready to pull the trigger right when you open it up... I was sad to not get in on No.2 or Jane V2 CE (the latter of which I just didn't know about the GB info on, because of how quick it went from info to GB opening)...

Frankly, Kepler, HBCP, and IRMA (plastic Alice too, but IRMA moreso) are the upcoming board GBs I'm truely excited about; I CAN'T miss out on the opportunity to jump in on these if I can help it.

You rock, and that board looks spectacular. I can't wait!

Thanks for your support!
Enjoy:
Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/kepler.jpg)


Bottom one looks sharp with that carbon fiber plate, wow.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (GB date: May 10)
Post by: onefivenine on Wed, 08 May 2019, 02:27:59
Couple of shots with some keysets:

GMK Muted
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/Kepler-Muted.jpg?276)

GMK Camping
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/Kepler-Camping.jpg?276)

GMK Space Cadet
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/Kepler-SpaceCadet.jpg?276)
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/Kepler-SpaceCadet-02.jpg?276)

GMK Phantom
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/Kepler-Phantom.jpg?276)

GMK Taro
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/3374/8043/files/Kepler-Taro.jpg?276)
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (GB date: May 10)
Post by: ywcsam on Wed, 08 May 2019, 16:12:58
So mix and match is not possible? I like that render where it's silver top and black bottom.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (GB date: May 10)
Post by: onefivenine on Wed, 08 May 2019, 20:22:30
Quote from: ywcsam on Wed, 08 May 2019, 16:12:58
So mix and match is not possible? I like that render where it's silver top and black bottom.

To keep logistics simple, they will be fixed to all black or silver.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (GB date: May 10)
Post by: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Wed, 08 May 2019, 20:37:45
That may be the most accurate color of GMK phantom I've ever seen.

Beautiful board you've made.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (GB date: May 10)
Post by: PiotrMKG on Fri, 10 May 2019, 13:05:53
I didn’t find anyone asking. Where is it shipped from?
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (GB date: May 10)
Post by: xondat on Fri, 10 May 2019, 13:07:30
Quote from: PiotrMKG on Fri, 10 May 2019, 13:05:53
I didn’t find anyone asking. Where is it shipped from?

Fairly sure 159 is from the US.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (GB date: May 10)
Post by: mrpetrov on Fri, 10 May 2019, 13:17:08
Yes it's shipped from the US.
Title: Re: [IC] Kepler (GB date: May 10)
Post by: onefivenine on Sat, 11 May 2019, 01:33:05
GB Live: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=100610.0