[IC] Keyboard storage pouch/box

[yuktsi]

My greatest challenge has been to properly organize and store all my keyboards. The situation is worse for custom keyboards, most of them are very heavy and didn't come with a proper box. The options available in the market are too expensive or simply just not suitable for bulk storage.


**this is how keyboards are stored in my wardrobe, terrible

To save space, boards should be stored vertically. IMHO, the cost of pouch/box should not cost more than $25, 5-10% value of a custom keyboard. Right now, I am looking this design





I am able to get it made in the dimension we want and also in geekhack colorway. But before I proceed with getting a quote from them, I will need to find out more from you people. Who knows maybe there's a better design 

Any comments are more than welcome. Hehe
 

[aznairjordan]

My greatest challenge has been to properly organize and store all my keyboards. The situation is worse for custom keyboards, most of them are very heavy and didn't come with a proper box. The options available in the market are too expensive or simply just not suitable for bulk storage.

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**this is how keyboards are stored in my wardrobe, terrible

To save space, boards should be stored vertically. IMHO, the cost of pouch/box should not cost more than $25, 5-10% value of a custom keyboard. Right now, I am looking this design

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I am able to get it made in the dimension we want and also in geekhack colorway. But before I proceed with getting a quote from them, I will need to find out more from you people. Who knows maybe there's a better design  :blank:

Any comments are more than welcome. Hehe

can't see it from the picture, but is there a strap for you to hold it? I'd be interested in tkl sized ones :)

[moosiey]

I like this idea! What's good about the box style case is that the board can almost be any size, it just gives the ability to stack them, store them etc. From what I understand these would be more for storage and less for carrying right?

[yuktsi]

I like this idea! What's good about the box style case is that the board can almost be any size, it just gives the ability to stack them, store them etc. From what I understand these would be more for storage and less for carrying right?

I agree with you. It should be more for storage and less for carrying.

[heedpantsnow]

I'm interested.  I'm also interested in storing your boards for you. :-)

[Steezus]

I like this idea! What's good about the box style case is that the board can almost be any size, it just gives the ability to stack them, store them etc. From what I understand these would be more for storage and less for carrying right?

I agree with you. It should be more for storage and less for carrying.

I'm definitely interested, starting to get more and more boards. If the case is meant for storing then wouldn't it better to at least have harder material for the outer shell? I know it would be way more difficult but I feel like the keyboards would be more protected. I guess you could also just store all of the soft shell cases into a bigger, sturdier box. I like the design but I feel like we could make a few minor tweaks to improve it.

[azhdar]

Interested.

[romevi]

Interested if it's for storage and hard. Don't really care to carry my custom keyboards around, and I'd like to protect them as best as possible.

[loud_asian]

I'd be interested in one that comes in a 60% size.

[meevilsheep]

I just hope it's not too pricey..

[Steezus]

I just hope it's not too pricey..

To save space, boards should be stored vertically. IMHO, the cost of pouch/box should not cost more than $25, 5-10% value of a custom keyboard. Right now, I am looking this design

[meevilsheep]

I just hope it's not too pricey..

To save space, boards should be stored vertically. IMHO, the cost of pouch/box should not cost more than $25, 5-10% value of a custom keyboard. Right now, I am looking this design

Oops.. scrolled past it. 

Looking for something like this since that briefcase on massdrop. But couldn't justify the price.

[Blackhawk]

Interested depending on the price. $25 seems very reasonable

[yuktsi]

might be able to get one made below $20.

[MikeTheTiger]

Interested

[meow a cat]

I'd be interested in a soft case (like the black/red one shown as an example) in GH colours, especially at under $20.

I'd likely buy both TKL size and 60%/HHKB.

[luckyryan333]

yuktsi,

How about this one? The same pouch you referred?

[Steezus]

yuktsi,

How about this one? The same pouch you referred?

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Looks very similar other than the holes, that one looks to be for a 60% though. It seems smaller to me

[luckyryan333]

yuktsi,

How about this one? The same pouch you referred?

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Looks very similar other than the holes, that one looks to be for a 60% though. It seems smaller to me

According to the product description, it seems to be able to support 60% as well as 80% at the maximum.

[Steezus]

yuktsi,

How about this one? The same pouch you referred?

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Looks very similar other than the holes, that one looks to be for a 60% though. It seems smaller to me

According to the product description, it seems to be able to support 60% as well as 80% at the maximum.

Oh ok that makes sense now, if yuktsi can get the price under $20 then it's a steal in my opinion. I wonder how thick the padding is on the outsides though, I'm not too concerned if they're just going to be stored away but it's better to be safe than sorry. They don't seem to be too bad of a carrying case if you toss it in your book bag as well, may be a little too thick.

[Butter]

Is it a hard case??

[Steezus]

Is it a hard case??

It's a soft case with foam cushioning on the inside, the intended use is for storing keyboards and not for travel(still could, nothings stopping you ).

[mobbo]

I would be interested. Just ordered a sleeve which I think will be great to transport in my bag, but I need something to protect my keyboards from dust at home (currently on a shelf covered with a scarf )  )

[ghostjuggernaut]

Are these like the OTD Eva cases? They look like it.

I've heard that the hard cases intelli used to make were the best. You may be able to get in touch with him and see if he is still open to making them. I have never used them, but have an EVA case, and its okay but there is zero internal padding.

[luckyryan333]

Is it a hard case??

It's a soft case with foam cushioning on the inside, the intended use is for storing keyboards and not for travel(still could, nothings stopping you ).

I guess what you referred is almost right. It's not a box, but close to a pouch that has a rigid shape.
That is, it is different from sleeve or something. However, I don't know how rigid it is exactly.

Are these like the OTD Eva cases? They look like it.

I've heard that the hard cases intelli used to make were the best. You may be able to get in touch with him and see if he is still open to making them. I have never used them, but have an EVA case, and its okay but there is zero internal padding.

I also guess it is so similar to an Eva case.
Unfortunately I can't get a picture to show the inside part of it.
However, according to the product description, it is filled with high-density thick foams(aka sponges) play a role to protect shocks like cushions.
It is said that its thickness is 6 mm(about 0.23 in) or above. 

yuktsi,

How about this one? The same pouch you referred?

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Looks very similar other than the holes, that one looks to be for a 60% though. It seems smaller to me

According to the product description, it seems to be able to support 60% as well as 80% at the maximum.

Oh ok that makes sense now, if yuktsi can get the price under $20 then it's a steal in my opinion. I wonder how thick the padding is on the outsides though, I'm not too concerned if they're just going to be stored away but it's better to be safe than sorry. They don't seem to be too bad of a carrying case if you toss it in your book bag as well, may be a little too thick.

FYI.
The price was about $33 on average. The lowest I saw was about $16.

[Steezus]

FYI.
The price was about $33 on average. The lowest I saw was about $16.

might be able to get one made below $20.

Fingers crossed for under $20. Around $30 still isn't all that bad but I wouldn't be able to buy nearly as many.

[luckyryan333]

FYI.
The price was about $33 on average. The lowest I saw was about $16.

might be able to get one made below $20.

Fingers crossed for under $20. Around $30 still isn't all that bad but I wouldn't be able to buy nearly as many.

I hope so.
I believe yuktsi may make a bargain with the sellers about the price.

[azhdar]

I also guess it is so similar to an Eva case.
Unfortunately I can't get a picture to show the inside part of it.
However, according to the product description, it is filled with high-density thick foams(aka sponges) play a role to protect shocks like cushions.
It is said that its thickness is 6 mm(about 0.23 in) or above. 

If you want to see pictures of it : http://www.ebay.com/itm/Keyboard-Carry-BAG-for-Tenkeyless-87-key-or-small-keyboards-Black-and-Gray-color-/271935272883?rmvSB=true&_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140107095009%26meid%3D19a03eb439cd4b46be71b414b9907a85%26pid%3D100040%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D271935272883&_trksid=p2047675.l2557&afsrc=1&nma=true&si=EmtYvsqygXiu%252Be5%252FxiR%252Bb783zgA%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
tell me if the link doesn't work, that's where I bought mine.
It has indeed very solid walls, I trully love this case, it sits on my desk and my LZ-SQ sleeps in it every night.

[luckyryan333]

I also guess it is so similar to an Eva case.
Unfortunately I can't get a picture to show the inside part of it.
However, according to the product description, it is filled with high-density thick foams(aka sponges) play a role to protect shocks like cushions.
It is said that its thickness is 6 mm(about 0.23 in) or above. 

If you want to see pictures of it : http://www.ebay.com/itm/Keyboard-Carry-BAG-for-Tenkeyless-87-key-or-small-keyboards-Black-and-Gray-color-/271935272883?rmvSB=true&_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140107095009%26meid%3D19a03eb439cd4b46be71b414b9907a85%26pid%3D100040%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D271935272883&_trksid=p2047675.l2557&afsrc=1&nma=true&si=EmtYvsqygXiu%252Be5%252FxiR%252Bb783zgA%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
tell me if the link doesn't work, that's where I bought mine.
It has indeed very solid walls, I trully love this case, it sits on my desk and my LZ-SQ sleeps in it every night.

I guess the case in the picture you linked may be an Eva case.

Refer to the following link.
http://7roi.tistory.com/528

It is true that Eva case is good enough to place a keyboard with even an aluminium case.
I also would like to arrange it or a similar one for my SQ.

However I think its price is still not an one we expect.
Let's find out better alternatives.

[IMBoddy]

I'm down for this. 

[yuktsi]

Yeah. It's going to be the same as luckyryan posted. Personally, I will need about 15pcs, so I will need to make sure that the price is good. 

[mrgoldenzombie]

I'll take 10 pls

[Steezus]

Just wanted to give this a little bump to build more interest.

I know you've been very busy but curious to hear if you have any more news regarding the cases. I'm planning on grabbing somewhere from 5-10 of them.

[swimmingbird]

Also bumping with interest

[Steezus]

I know you've been busy but I'm curious as to when the group buy will be? I'm assuming it will be after Jane CE?

[hoggy]

Interested in a few.

[alienman82]

removed.

[raymogi]

I would like some as well. Have 1 of that OTD case but it's pretty pricey if I need to get more of that.

[joey]

Am I the only one that likes the towel solution in the first post?

[yuktsi]

how much was the OTD one? I talking to the factory, asking if they can make a sample, in geekhack orange and dark grey.
The shipping can be quite tricky, wondering if anyone in US could help with the distribution.

[SamirD]

The shipping can be quite tricky, wondering if anyone in US could help with the distribution.

What type of distribution help would you need?  I used to have a distribution company for auto parts and still have my UPS account with daily rates.

[YMSNoms]

I'd like a TKL one and maybe a FS

[Steezus]

how much was the OTD one? I talking to the factory, asking if they can make a sample, in geekhack orange and dark grey.
The shipping can be quite tricky, wondering if anyone in US could help with the distribution.

I would be willing to help depending on the amount, I couldn't have boxes on boxes but if it was 100 or so I could most likely ship them out easily. I'll do anything to get my hand on a few of these storage pouches.

My post office back home is pretty consistent and fast with shipping stuff out.

[zzyjayfree]

I'd like a box for just my keycaps...

[amharris]

I would really like to see this come to fruition, though I think it's important that a variety of sizes are provided for various keyboard sizes -- at the very least, the most common ones. A case that loosely contains a fragile or precious object is nearly as useless as not having a protective case in the first place; a relatively tight fit is key.

I also feel that having a few colourways would be great.

Cheers. 

[Stabilized]

I am using £10 neoprene sleeves at the moment, so if you could get them for around $20 I would be interested 

[mashby]

I'd like a box for just my keycaps...

FWIW, I use Amac boxes from the Container Store to store key caps -- more here.

[amharris]

I am using £10 neoprene sleeves at the moment, so if you could get them for around $20 I would be interested 

As long as that doesn't mean cutting on the quality, absolutely!
$5 USD more is only just over £3, so I wouldn't complain about paying that much more, if it meant that the quality wouldn't degrade [if it were to, being $5 cheaper].

[torafuma]

Totally Interested in this. I'm using the Grifiti Chiton sleeves now for some of my mechs, but that does not protect them in transit really. I carry my daily driver to and from work in one of these, and store that in my backpack. Too many thief's around.

[Paradise]

Will these storage cases be available in different sizes?

In future will you be looking at options for those interested in portable cases for travel?