[GB] Arc - An Ergonomic 65% with Macros

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Arc

Ergo 65XT, Available for pre-order now on shostudios.co




Arc is an ergonomic 65% keyboard with a 2-row macro column, split at a 12-degree angle. It features the familiar gummy O-ring mount and a front-facing walnut/maple accent.


Contents

• Specifications
• Sales & Pricing
• Renders & Photos
• FAQ
• Socials & Build Vlog

1. Specifications

Case Angle: 7.25°

Front Height (min-max): 19mm-22.3mm

Net Weight: 2kg (built with alu plate, Gateron X & GMKs)

Case Materials: 6063 Aluminium, Brass (internal-weight), Walnut/Maple (front accents)

Hardware Materials: SUS304 Stainless Steel (case screws & daughterboard screws)

Plate Materials: 6061 Aluminium & Carbon Fibre (1.5mm thickness)

PCB:

• 1.6mm FR4 (no flex cuts) designed by Mechlovin’
• QMK & VIAL Configurable
• Daughterboard with ESD protection

Layout Options:


Keyboard mount:

Gummy O-ring with mounting posts


2. Sales & Pricing

Base kit price: SGD 630 (USD 468)

Kit includes:

• 1x Keyboard Case (hardware pre-assembled)
• 1x Solder-only PCB, daughterboard & JST cable
• 6x Custom Silicone Feet
• 1x Carrying Case

50 units min., 100 units max.
Targeted Completion: Early-Late Q4 2023

Shipping Estimates:

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Singapore (Qxpress) – SGD 4.1
Malaysia (DHL Express) – SGD 30
South Korea (Qxpress) – SGD 22
CONUS/Canada (DHL Express) – SGD 80
EU/UK (DHL Express/Fedex) – SGD 80++
Rest of SEA (DHL Express) – SGD 33++
Rest of Asia (DHL Express) – SGD 43++
MENA (DHL Express/Aramex) – SGD 135++

3. Renders & Photos

Black & Walnut

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Silver & Maple

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Prototype Photos

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Bottom Engraving


Exploded View



4. FAQ

• Who are you and what is shostudios?
  I am the former designer and co-founder of Hex Keyboards. Having left the brand early this year, I have set up shostudios as a personal outlet to work on bringing my passion projects to life.
• Will _____ color/wood/plate be available?
  Unfortunately not. I will be working on fulfilment alone for these projects so I’d like to keep things simple by reducing the number of SKUs I'm offering. I will be releasing the plate and wood accent files towards the end of fulfilment. I may also add a raw case option if there is enough demand for it. Let me know in the form linked below.
• Why the 100 units cap?
  I will be working with limited space and manpower (my pair of hands) when it comes time for fulfilment. So even though I have 3 years of experience in keyboard fulfilment with my previous venture, I’d rather not stretch myself too thin.
• Will you be engaging with any international vendors?
  Not for this project.

5. Socials & Build Vlog

To keep up with the latest information for this board, join my discord server, or follow me on instagram!
Raw Aluminium IC form

build vlog done by the very talented lensoflucas

sound test recorded by myself

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