[GB] 75% Skeleton Keyboard

[xondat]

Do you have an estimated ship date?

End of May/early June.

[xondat]

We did it.

That's 10 orders.

In celebration and slight thinking, I'm now offering the option for you to receive a completed keyboard. All you have to do is pay for the extra switches and stabilizers. I won't be charging anything for this. It's an option on the second page of the form now. People that've already joined I will contact.

[xondat]

Up to 14 orders. Switches and stabilizers are available to purchase as extras in the new form.

[Spaceman1200]

Good to hear!

[heissler]

Just submitted another form 

[Phenix]

did you made the changes for ISO? (I want to use ISO, so its important for me )

[RSSonic92]

I am very interested in this group buy and have a few questions.

What kind of cable is needed for this keyboard?
I can see some kind of plug, so I am assuming USB mini b to USB A. winkeyless.kr merely says "USB/PS2 Combo"

Does the plate allow solderless switch opening?
I think I can see the what appear to be the notches for it in the plate, am I right?

Does your stabilizer set for 6.25 support the standard ISO layout?

Also, would it be okay to you if I withdrew my money if I didn't receive the kit within 150 days after payment?
sprit still owes me a 75% kit worth more than 300 bucks which I will probably never receive and I can't retreive my money. I am glad paypal at least extended the time span to 180 days... I just have become extremely cautious since sprit...

[Phenix]

Another question: Can you try to include the hany switch-opening  tools? (i. have problems getting one)

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[xondat]

did you made the changes for ISO? (I want to use ISO, so its important for me )

What changes need to be made? ISO works fine.

I am very interested in this group buy and have a few questions.

What kind of cable is needed for this keyboard?
I can see some kind of plug, so I am assuming USB mini b to USB A. winkeyless.kr merely says "USB/PS2 Combo"

Does the plate allow solderless switch opening?
I think I can see the what appear to be the notches for it in the plate, am I right?

Does your stabilizer set for 6.25 support the standard ISO layout?

Also, would it be okay to you if I withdrew my money if I didn't receive the kit within 150 days after payment?
sprit still owes me a 75% kit worth more than 300 bucks which I will probably never receive and I can't retreive my money. I am glad paypal at least extended the time span to 180 days... I just have become extremely cautious since sprit...

It's Mini USB.

You can open the switch without desoldering.

Both sets support ISO layout.

Sure, but I'm going to deliver and give daily updates. I will personally send you the money if it isn't shipped within 180 days providing everything goes well.

Another question: Can you try to include the hany switch-opening  tools? (i. have problems getting one)

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I will research on where to buy them - I'll need one myself and will buy several.

[Phenix]

https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=1363
here

[xondat]

https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=1363
here

I'll buy a few and put them in with the packages of people that pay for them, sound good?

[xondat]

22 hours to submit the form if you want a cheaper Gateron switch price.

Currently on 17 orders.

[RSSonic92]

Ok, I ordered a kit, thanks for the group buy, xondat!
I selected no assembly service but presoldered diodes, that should do, right?

[xondat]

Ok, I ordered a kit, thanks for the group buy, xondat!
I selected no assembly service but presoldered diodes, that should do, right?

Yeah that's fine providing you want your diodes soldered.

[renzpwns]

This GB is getting harder and harder to resist joining into. Just a question, the SMD RGB leds already come with it soldered right?

[xondat]

This GB is getting harder and harder to resist joining into. Just a question, the SMD RGB leds already come with it soldered right?

No SMD RGB installed or included. I can add them to your order however.

[renzpwns]

This GB is getting harder and harder to resist joining into. Just a question, the SMD RGB leds already come with it soldered right?

No SMD RGB installed or included. I can add them to your order however.

Ahh gotcha, will definitely see if I can save enough to get in before it all ends. Thanks and goodluck with the GB!

[xondat]

Couple people dropped out which takes total down to 17. Gateron GB closed and I potentially have a keyboards worth of Gateron Brown switches. I will be looking into other sources of switches, so for now I've left some options up for now of what I personally have.

[HMS Roebuck]

The board that got me to join GH!  Can't wait to replace my magiforce 68.

[Phenix]

Do you also offer to solder in the RGB LED parts (they are around 11$)

[xondat]

The board that got me to join GH!  Can't wait to replace my magiforce 68.

Glad that you joined. You're not the only one looking forward to his )

Do you also offer to solder in the RGB LED parts (they are around 11$)

I'll have to speak to Hojin about this as a couple of people have asked and I want to be certain, but I will if it's fine with him.

[xondat]

Just posted an update, please see the 2nd post in this thread. I'd like to thank everyone that has joined so far for making this a success.

[xondat]

Massdrop submitted their order for the Gateron switches this morning.

I've decided I'll be making batches depending on the options for each order, this way I can provide more accurate shipping. Kits that need no work will be in the first, diodes soldered in the 2nd and fully assembled boards in the 3rd batch. I'll give more information when I figure this out, but this way I'll be able to sort orders a bit.

I've sent an email to Hojin just to confirm stabilizer and SMD LED availability.

[xondat]

Stabilizers and SMD LEDs are fine to order from Hojin. SMD LEDs will be $11.

[Ronnn]

Where do you get Zealio switches? Isn't it sold out in his website?

[xondat]

Where do you get Zealio switches? Isn't it sold out in his website?

Ah right, last time I checked they were in stock. I've removed them from the form for now.

[renzpwns]

Stabilizers and SMD LEDs are fine to order from Hojin. SMD LEDs will be $11.

Is the soldering included in that $11 he quoted? I believe its $19 for the leds and the soldering from his site.

[Phenix]

yea, but 11$ for rgb parts. If soldering is an upcharge- idk

typos due to my touch screen are possible

[xondat]

Stabilizers and SMD LEDs are fine to order from Hojin. SMD LEDs will be $11.

Is the soldering included in that $11 he quoted? I believe its $19 for the leds and the soldering from his site.

yea, but 11$ for rgb parts. If soldering is an upcharge- idk

typos due to my touch screen are possible

As far as I can tell they're $11 so that's the price, there will be no charge for me soldering.

[Phenix]

really nice!

[renzpwns]

Thanks a lot for answering! One last question that I forgot to ask was if it's possible to have a couple of holes in the bottom plate to have the option of screwing in feet? Not too sure on the specifics on how big it has to be though.

[xondat]

Thanks a lot for answering! One last question that I forgot to ask was if it's possible to have a couple of holes in the bottom plate to have the option of screwing in feet? Not too sure on the specifics on how big it has to be though.

This is something you'd have to do yourself as it would require changing the whole plate for everyone.

[renzpwns]

Thanks a lot for answering! One last question that I forgot to ask was if it's possible to have a couple of holes in the bottom plate to have the option of screwing in feet? Not too sure on the specifics on how big it has to be though.

This is something you'd have to do yourself as it would require changing the whole plate for everyone.

Thanks again for the quick answers. Will probably join in once I sell a few stuff for it. 

[xondat]

So due to R3 Zealio, I added the option for that. He said shipping is mid June therefore shipping will be delayed until I get them so I recommend only selecting this if you want a fully assembled board.

If you've already ordered some, I will be trying to find some as zealpc.net ran out of stock real quick.

Currently on 24 orders with 8 days till closure.

[xondat]

Not the best day, 2 people dropped out and a fake email was discovered so that was cancelled. Currently sitting at 22 orders.

I added SMD LEDs to the form, if you haven't already communicated with me about having these in addition, then refill the form or just email me if you want then.

7 days left now.

[MechanicalCafe]

I just filled out the form! I'm hoping shipping to the US is around $35

Before I pay would I be able to check if I got everything I need?
(gateron brown, with soldered diodes, stabilizers, SMD LEDs, not assembled)

This is a really cool GB. Thank you!

[xondat]

I just filled out the form! I'm hoping shipping to the US is around $35

Before I pay would I be able to check if I got everything I need?
(gateron brown, with soldered diodes, stabilizers, SMD LEDs, not assembled)

This is a really cool GB. Thank you!

It is about $24.

I have those options

[MechanicalCafe]

Nice! I look forward to the invoice 
Thank you

[klincher]

would love to join this but no money 75% masterrace ;_;

[deagle]

Is the actuation point on the Gateron Blacks higher than Cherry? I'm using an RC930 with Topre clones (my first mechanical since IBM back in high school) and after using Macbook chicklet for so long I keep mistyping due to extra keys registering. A longer throw would really help me I think.

Also, are the LEDs for each key or for the case lighting?

Sorry about the noob questions.

[xondat]

Is the actuation point on the Gateron Blacks higher than Cherry? I'm using an RC930 with Topre clones (my first mechanical since IBM back in high school) and after using Macbook chicklet for so long I keep mistyping due to extra keys registering. A longer throw would really help me I think.

Also, are the LEDs for each key or for the case lighting?

Sorry about the noob questions.

They're at the same point, cherry blacks are heavier. LEDs are for the case.

[xondat]

Bump. No update. Still on track to invoice Sunday. 2 days left.

[Phenix]

If I join its on Saturday evening (going to a keyboard meeting and want to try out 75% first)

typos due to my touch screen are possible

[xondat]

If I join its on Saturday evening (going to a keyboard meeting and want to try out 75% first)

typos due to my touch screen are possible

Uhh, I have you down for a kit already!

[TheMissingPiece]

I've already joined this group buy, but what kind of cases are available to be used after we get our boards? Or will we have to fabricate our own given the custom nature of the board?

[Skysophrenic]

So the idea behind this kit is to have a keyboard without a case? I'm having a little trouble visualising the finished product - is the bottom of the pcb exposed?USB

[diiiP]

This will be the style of the finished Keyboard (only in 75%)
Top & Bottom Plate is included, sides are open.

[Phenix]

Another question that comes to my mind: Is it possible to order the numpad PCB with the order? (winkeyless offers one)

typos due to my touch screen are possible

[Asbrodeus]

Is the actuation point on the Gateron Blacks higher than Cherry? I'm using an RC930 with Topre clones (my first mechanical since IBM back in high school) and after using Macbook chicklet for so long I keep mistyping due to extra keys registering. A longer throw would really help me I think.

Also, are the LEDs for each key or for the case lighting?

Sorry about the noob questions.

I had the same issue going from scissor keys to cherry reds. I found that the lower profile of keys (cherry profile) plus the lighter switch is what made me have so many extra key typing errors, it was just too easy to accidently press a key to the sides. Once I switched to a thick PBT OEM profile on the reds I was much more accurate since the key presses felt heavier. I do also have a keyboard with outemo blacks that I don't have accidental mistypes on because its heavier but the smaller profile of cherry keys feels lighter and more comfortable on this keyboard.

TL;DR the switch type matters for typing accuracy but the profile of the keys can also change the way it feels. Hope that helps!


on topic, stoked for more 75% keyboards!

[TerryMathews]

Is the SMD LEDs the RGB LEDs?