Author Topic: [GB] Healios, Zealios V2, Zilents V2, Rev4 Zeal60 (Black & Gold), etc. (Read 23052 times)

Zeal · « **on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 02:15:54 »

Hey GH,

We've been pretty busy working on a few new products/revisions and glad to announce it's finally live! A few notable changes: No more paypal fee at checkout. Updated tactile bumps and silencing. New black & gold Zeal60 aesthetic.

You can find our full range of GB items here: https://zealpc.net/collections/group-buy-pre-orders

Or alternatively, click on the below images to be brought to the product page directly.

Orange Healios (Silent Linear, new bottom out dampeners) - $0.90/ea

Zilent V2 (Silent Tactile, new bottom out dampeners) Updated bump, similar to Zealio V2 - $0.90/ea

Zealio V2 (updated tactile bump, rounder/bigger than Holy Pandas) - $0.75/ea

Tealios (Linear) - $0.75:

Zeal60 Rev 4 (Black & Gold aesthetic, USB C) $120

Zeal Transparent Stabilizers V2 - Starting from $30

Zealencio Silencing Clips - Starting from $45

Zephyr - Starting from $600, Ending Sept 21, 2018 midnight.

Any questions, feel free to ask below

Zeal · « **Reply #1 on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 02:16:01 »

Reserved

Signature · « **Reply #2 on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 09:10:19 »

Approved (:

Punchy Lab · « **Reply #3 on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 09:20:57 »

Will zeal60 r4 support typec to typec?

fer.real · « **Reply #4 on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 09:36:04 »

Do the dampeners on Healios and Zilents reduce the travel distance?

Chimera · « **Reply #5 on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 09:46:37 »

What were the changes to the dampeners on the silent switches? I heard they were very good compared to mx silents already.

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Etherealsound · « **Reply #6 on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 09:49:12 »

Is there anything new/updated about the V2 stabs?

Aerizu · « **Reply #7 on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 09:51:50 »

Does the Zeal60 R4 supports 6u Spacebar layout? (1.5u - 1u - 1.5u - 6u - 1.5u - 1u - 1u - 1.5u)

Remsky · « **Reply #8 on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 11:17:34 »

So do the new zealios just have an updated stem, or did the leaf change as well?

Kevadu · « **Reply #9 on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 17:16:05 »

So are standard Zealios still going to be sold? Sorry to be that guy but I don't consider a rounder bump to be a good thing.

Chimera · « **Reply #10 on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 18:31:34 »

Did the stems change at all for anything (size)

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Zeal · « **Reply #11 on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 19:11:43 »

Quote from: Chimera on Fri, 21 September 2018, 09:46:37

What were the changes to the dampeners on the silent switches? I heard they were very good compared to mx silents already.

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Extra dampeners were added to stabilize the bottom out better. Once the final samples arrive, we will take further pictures.

Quote from: Etherealsound on Fri, 21 September 2018, 09:49:12

Is there anything new/updated about the V2 stabs?

No, the stabilizers had the V2 in the product title for over a year now. Same inventory, but now in stock if ordered without GB items.

Quote from: Aerizu on Fri, 21 September 2018, 09:51:50

Does the Zeal60 R4 supports 6u Spacebar layout? (1.5u - 1u - 1.5u - 6u - 1.5u - 1u - 1u - 1.5u)

Unfortunately not. The RGB constraints prevent this layout from happening. In addition, finding 6u wires isn't the easiest.

Quote from: Kevadu on Fri, 21 September 2018, 17:16:05

So are standard Zealios still going to be sold? Sorry to be that guy but I don't consider a rounder bump to be a good thing.

Maybe if there's demand, but we truly think people will like the updated bump design.

Quote from: Remsky on Fri, 21 September 2018, 11:17:34

So do the new zealios just have an updated stem, or did the leaf change as well?

Stem, leaf, spring, bottom housing, top housing all had adjustments. Bottom housing legs have also been adjusted to make them not so tight with other PCBs.

Quote from: fer.real on Fri, 21 September 2018, 09:36:04

Do the dampeners on Healios and Zilents reduce the travel distance?

Yes they will, as with all sound dampening switches.

Quote from: Chimera on Fri, 21 September 2018, 18:31:34

Did the stems change at all for anything (size)

Sent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk

Stem, leaf, spring, bottom housing, top housing all had adjustments.

Etherealsound · « **Reply #12 on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 20:23:58 »

Sounds exciting. I already purchased a bunch of Zealios V2 but waiting on some reviews from some other members in the community. Can't wait!

indiceiris · « **Reply #13 on:** Fri, 21 September 2018, 20:38:59 »

Any chance you could elaborate on the specific changes? HP have a unique sound profile as well as feel, so I'm curious about any specific details before community reviews start coming out.

Wilba · « **Reply #14 on:** Sat, 22 September 2018, 11:15:29 »

Quote from: Punchy Lab on Fri, 21 September 2018, 09:20:57

Will zeal60 r4 support typec to typec?

It should. I am using the same circuit as Zeal65, RAMAWORKS M6-A, M60-A, U80-A, and a bunch more upcoming PCBs with USB-C. Rama has tested this with his PC, and I've tested this with my Google Pixel phone.

speaktobrett · « **Reply #15 on:** Sat, 22 September 2018, 22:42:31 »

Quote from: Zeal on Fri, 21 September 2018, 19:11:43

Quote from: Remsky on Fri, 21 September 2018, 11:17:34
So do the new zealios just have an updated stem, or did the leaf change as well?

Stem, leaf, spring, bottom housing, top housing all had adjustments. Bottom housing legs have also been adjusted to make them not so tight with other PCBs.

Will there be any samples and/or reviews coming out regarding the v2 switches?

verrel · « **Reply #16 on:** Sun, 23 September 2018, 11:24:25 »

Hi Zeal,

I was wondering when do you plan to close the GB?

Thanks,
V.

Zeal · « **Reply #17 on:** Sun, 23 September 2018, 14:06:18 »

Quote from: speaktobrett on Sat, 22 September 2018, 22:42:31

Quote from: Zeal on Fri, 21 September 2018, 19:11:43
Quote from: Remsky on Fri, 21 September 2018, 11:17:34
So do the new zealios just have an updated stem, or did the leaf change as well?

Stem, leaf, spring, bottom housing, top housing all had adjustments. Bottom housing legs have also been adjusted to make them not so tight with other PCBs.

Will there be any samples and/or reviews coming out regarding the v2 switches?

Yes, we're expecting samples around end of Sept / early Oct. Will have a handful of reviewers test em out.

Quote from: verrel on Sun, 23 September 2018, 11:24:25

Hi Zeal,

I was wondering when do you plan to close the GB?

Thanks,
V.

Won't really have a deadline but we'll be placing order around mid Oct to secure a production timeslot. All orders afterwards will be limited based on extras ordered.

Darknight00z · « **Reply #18 on:** Wed, 10 October 2018, 02:16:18 »

any updates on the review samples?

delivery · « **Reply #19 on:** Wed, 10 October 2018, 15:02:07 »

Waiting for reviews and updates

Zeal · « **Reply #20 on:** Thu, 11 October 2018, 20:31:18 »

TopClack did a review and full build log here:

Hiney also did a quick first impressions review here:
https://www.twitch.tv/videos/320912671

Other reviewers should be posting shortly.

switchnollie · « **Reply #21 on:** Thu, 11 October 2018, 20:38:09 »

where the zeal box switches at doe

Darknight00z · « **Reply #22 on:** Sat, 13 October 2018, 03:07:54 »

Interested how the outemu sky 2.2 compares to zealios v2. On my boards I still prefer v1

Dreamre · « **Reply #23 on:** Sun, 14 October 2018, 22:50:13 »

I provided an in-depth review on Reddit for those who are curious about the V2s:

https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/9o488t/zeals_new_switches_comparison_and_sound_test_of/

phorx · « **Reply #24 on:** Mon, 15 October 2018, 08:44:21 »

Can’t wait to try the Healios

Etherealsound · « **Reply #25 on:** Wed, 17 October 2018, 19:30:32 »

Do all the weight variants of the zilents have different stems?

o3okevin · « **Reply #26 on:** Wed, 17 October 2018, 19:37:43 »

Quote from: Etherealsound on Wed, 17 October 2018, 19:30:32

Do all the weight variants of the zilents have different stems?

No difference besides colour

mrpetrov · « **Reply #27 on:** Fri, 19 October 2018, 09:08:19 »

I’ve ordered the orange v2’s. They will be going in my Rama Koyu Haze (gold with purple backplate). Haven’t decided on keycaos yet - maybe Laser (which I have). Possibly Phantom or Grand Budapest (which I sadly don’t have). Very excited, I am positively clicky with anticipation.

phatty · « **Reply #28 on:** Mon, 22 October 2018, 18:28:33 »

How's the GB going? Has the order been placed, are we on track for December arrival at Zeal HQ?

Zeal · « **Reply #29 on:** Mon, 22 October 2018, 21:32:54 »

Quote from: phatty on Mon, 22 October 2018, 18:28:33

How's the GB going? Has the order been placed, are we on track for December arrival at Zeal HQ?

Yes, still looking at December fulfillment. Switches and PCB are currently in production.

phatty · « **Reply #30 on:** Tue, 23 October 2018, 06:26:13 »

Quote from: Zeal on Mon, 22 October 2018, 21:32:54

Quote from: phatty on Mon, 22 October 2018, 18:28:33
How's the GB going? Has the order been placed, are we on track for December arrival at Zeal HQ?

Yes, still looking at December fulfillment. Switches and PCB are currently in production.

HotDog! Ever since SuperVan disappeared, the only hope of Panda switches I can look forward to are Zeals.

phorx · « **Reply #31 on:** Tue, 23 October 2018, 08:09:10 »

I had the opportunity to try play with a single Healio prototype and a 78g Zealio v2 at local meetup. I can't imagine people being disappointed with these and look forward to seeing how a full board of them feels.

Ashardalon · « **Reply #32 on:** Wed, 24 October 2018, 00:50:52 »

How'd you find a full board of the V2 78g Zealios? I got to try single versions of the switches w/ Zeal at the Vancouver meetup, but not a full board and I'm stuck between getting 67g and 78g.

phorx · « **Reply #33 on:** Wed, 24 October 2018, 07:39:42 »

Quote from: Ashardalon on Wed, 24 October 2018, 00:50:52

How'd you find a full board of the V2 78g Zealios? I got to try single versions of the switches w/ Zeal at the Vancouver meetup, but not a full board and I'm stuck between getting 67g and 78g.

Sorry I didn't get to try a full board of any of the new switches, just a single v2 78G zealio and a single healio. Weight is always a personal thing. If you're on the fence on weights, I'd recommend ordering whichever one has the stem colour you like better and then get some aftermarket springs in different weights to experiment with.

bloos · « **Reply #34 on:** Wed, 24 October 2018, 23:21:53 »

Quote from: phorx on Wed, 24 October 2018, 07:39:42

ordering whichever one has the stem colour you like better and then get some aftermarket springs in different weights to experiment with.

I thought there were more differences between the switches than just the spring weight and color? are stem shapes & leafs the same between the weights Zeal?

Darknight00z · « **Reply #35 on:** Thu, 25 October 2018, 08:48:56 »

Quote from: bloos on Wed, 24 October 2018, 23:21:53

Quote from: phorx on Wed, 24 October 2018, 07:39:42
...are stem shapes & leafs the same between the weights Zeal?

yes

djaeyun · « **Reply #36 on:** Thu, 25 October 2018, 16:43:06 »

Are the Tealios here the v2 ones that have been advertised?

Zeal · « **Reply #37 on:** Thu, 25 October 2018, 18:49:54 »

Quote from: djaeyun on Thu, 25 October 2018, 16:43:06

Are the Tealios here the v2 ones that have been advertised?

Tealios listed on our site will be using the same V2 hosuing we're using on Zealios/Zilents and Healios. You can call them "V2s" but I didn't think there was that much of a change to justify the new name.

Darknight00z · « **Reply #38 on:** Sun, 02 December 2018, 20:19:23 »

Has anyone tried halo stems in the new housing? Cheers

fireworm · « **Reply #39 on:** Sun, 02 December 2018, 20:40:35 »

Quote from: Darknight00z on Sun, 02 December 2018, 20:19:23

Has anyone tried halo stems in the new housing? Cheers

Yep, they are very similar to stock zealio v2 stems.

Bump is a little lower, little longer, and less tactile than the zealio v2 stem. But they are quite similar, imo.

mrpetrov · « **Reply #40 on:** Sun, 02 December 2018, 20:55:41 »

Quote from: fireworm on Sun, 02 December 2018, 20:40:35

Quote from: Darknight00z on Sun, 02 December 2018, 20:19:23
Has anyone tried halo stems in the new housing? Cheers
Yep, they are very similar to stock zealio v2 stems.

Bump is a little lower, little longer, and less tactile than the zealio v2 stem. But they are quite similar, imo.

I was just testing this out now. In terms of tactility and feel they are very similar, virtually indistinguishable to me.

However, one difference is that the halo true stem produces a much sharp "clack" when bottoming out in the zealio housing that the stock v2 zealio doesn't have. This may be a good or bad thing, depending on your tastes.

fireworm · « **Reply #41 on:** Sun, 02 December 2018, 21:44:25 »

Yep, did you put the zealio stem in the halo housing? That helped me feel the subtle difference. The zealio stem has a little more pop (ie sharper tactility).

I could swear zeal copied halo....

Darknight00z · « **Reply #42 on:** Mon, 03 December 2018, 06:36:29 »

Thanks for the testing guys!

Aerizu · « **Reply #43 on:** Sat, 08 December 2018, 18:58:16 »

Any updates on the production? Are we getting our switches and PCB soon?

Sylanthra · « **Reply #44 on:** Sat, 08 December 2018, 19:56:41 »

Quote from: Aerizu on Sat, 08 December 2018, 18:58:16

Any updates on the production? Are we getting our switches and PCB soon?

I just got a notification that my Zilents V2 are shipping. So, not too must longer now.

firezlife · « **Reply #45 on:** Sat, 08 December 2018, 21:48:17 »

Quote from: Sylanthra on Sat, 08 December 2018, 19:56:41

Quote from: Aerizu on Sat, 08 December 2018, 18:58:16
Any updates on the production? Are we getting our switches and PCB soon?

I just got a notification that my Zilents V2 are shipping. So, not too must longer now.

Lucky! Still waiting on my order of the Zeals 65g v2 and Tealios

Zeal · « **Reply #46 on:** Sun, 09 December 2018, 00:03:52 »

Tealios coming in Monday, Healios shortly after. Zeal60 PCB shipping out to us Monday as well. Our goal is to wrap up everything before end of December, ideally before Christmas.

Aerizu · « **Reply #47 on:** Sun, 09 December 2018, 00:19:50 »

Quote from: Zeal on Sun, 09 December 2018, 00:03:52

Tealios coming in Monday, Healios shortly after. Zeal60 PCB shipping out to us Monday as well. Our goal is to wrap up everything before end of December, ideally before Christmas.

That's certainly good news! I have a few incomplete boards just waiting to be filled with these switches

I can't wait to receive mine.

firezlife · « **Reply #48 on:** Sun, 09 December 2018, 01:58:36 »

Quote from: Zeal on Sun, 09 December 2018, 00:03:52

Tealios coming in Monday, Healios shortly after. Zeal60 PCB shipping out to us Monday as well. Our goal is to wrap up everything before end of December, ideally before Christmas.

Yayyyyyyyyy. Thank you for update and the hard work!!

elmo · « **Reply #49 on:** Sun, 09 December 2018, 09:59:17 »

just saw that there is a 65 version of the zeal pcb available.
anybody knows if that will fit in the kbdfans tofu case?
https://kbdfans.cn/collections/65-layout-case/products/in-stocktofu-65-aluminum-case

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Author Topic: [GB] Healios, Zealios V2, Zilents V2, Rev4 Zeal60 (Black & Gold), etc. (Read 23052 times)