Post by: fcoury on Thu, 21 May 2020, 14:08:19
UPDATE 09/24: So the GB was a major success. We sold around 250 units so wanted to thank you all for playing. The order has been placed and as soon as I learn more or have any progress I'll post another update. Also, for everyone that asked on the past weeks: there will be extras!
UPDATE 07/06: GB Live at ProjectKeyboard (US_) iLumKB (Asia), DailyClack (OC) and MyKeyboard.eu (EU).
UPDATE 05/25: We continue to hear your feedback. Moving to ARM processor to allow us to also add in-switch LEDs. So it's happening.
UPDATE 05/23: This Tuesday (05/26) Gondo will be streaming the PCB port to USB-C - https://www.twitch.tv/gondolindrim_
UPDATE 05/22: Due to the HUGE demand and overwhelming feedback requesting USB-C we're definitely committing to that change! <3
Hello GeekHack! MisterKeebs here to share a project I have been working on for a few years now. In partnership with the gifted and awesome Gondolindrim (or Gondogod), along with 159 from ProjectKeyboard, I'd like to present the Elongate board, that combines the versatility of a 40% with the aesthetic inspired on a 1800 layout.
Please provide your feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xOQJRbzpbH5Ga5q6eFHe2yqL55rzjZbdXeLaXQBPJl8
(https://i.imgur.com/G9LESkU.jpg)
Introduction
The Elongate is a custom mechanical keyboard that falls in a random place of the 40-50% range. It was designed as a new take on the mini 1800 layout, combining the versatility and portability of a 40% with the ability to have that dedicated numpad cluster, with Home, Page Down/Up, End, Insert and Delete keys.
(https://i.imgur.com/SALCI8o.jpg)
The main and unique features of the Elongate are:
- The protruded arrow cluster, allowing for fast navigation;
- The blocked split space, which helps accessing a second or third layer of the 40% layout -- making it more comfortable and quick to use;
- A solid midlayer that can be either polycarbonate or brass, that improves the sound profile a lot.
- On the spacebar blocker there are also a three-LED indicator cluster, which can be used for layer indication, Caps/Num/Scroll lock and every feature QMK allows. These indicators are fully programmable and, in conjunction with SIP sockets, allow you to hotswap LED colors.
- As if that wasn't enough, there are three more indicators between the numpad and the alpha cluster to indicate whatever you want it to.
All of these characteristics really make for a very pleasant typing experience. The user is able to get the full utility of the 1800CP layout in a very compact form and have enough space in the sides to use the mouse.
What is included
- Case: Top and Bottom Polycarbonate or Aluminium (vote for colors on the link below)
- Middle layer: Brass or Polycarbonate
- Plates: Brass or Polycarbonate
- PCB: QMK and Via compatible (see above)
- Extras: See below for more info
The PCB
(https://raw.githubusercontent.com/AcheronProject/Elongate/master/graphics/bottomRender.png)
(https://raw.githubusercontent.com/AcheronProject/Elongate/master/graphics/topRender.png)
(https://imgur.com/KvG5MGV.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/1dpXsKl.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/rBWFEy6.jpg)
The PCB was designed by my good friend Gondolindrim and features RGB underglow for those sweet lights with the polycarbonate version. It's powered by the ATMEGA32U4 microcontroller and uses a USB mini-B connector. It also features ESD protection, connector shielding, power rails filtering and a sweet, sweet Brazilian flag. All that we learned to expect from Gondo.
We have had until now many requests to port the PCB to USBC connector, since as it stands right now it has a mini-USB connector. Please give us a feedback on the IC form!
The PCB is QMK and VIA compatible. Since Gondo is also a big open-source hardware advocate, the ElongatePCB is also open-source! -- see the GitHub repo (https://github.com/AcheronProject/Elongate) for the files.
(https://imgur.com/EYZkcbl.png)
Price and vendors
(https://i.imgur.com/4Zwfjas.jpg)
This GB will be run by ProjectKeyboard (https://store.projectkeyboard.com/) in US (big kudos to the awesome 159 for all the support along the way) and, depending on the interest, we will be considering EU/Asia proxies.
DISCLAIMER the prices below are tentative based and can change before GB opens. We'll try to be super transparent if they change.
The kit/pricing breakdown will be as follows (all prices excludes shipping and other PP/trasaction fees):
Base Kit:
Anodized Alu Top and Bottom, Brass Plate, Brass Midlayer and PCB - $325-350
Extras:
- Brass Plate - $40
- Anodized Alu Plate - $35
- Polycarbonate Plate - $40
- POM Plate - $35
- Carbon Fiber Plate - $30
- FR4 Plate - $20
- PCB - $35
We also do not know if we are going to do a limited or unlimited run; all depends on the results of this IC, so please please give us your feedback on the IC form!
Streams, glamour shots and the likes
You can find the complete album on this Imgur post (https://imgur.com/a/HQQHWj4).
Build Stream
Elongate Alu Sound Test
Elongate Polycarbonate Sound Test
Post by: brtleonardo on Thu, 21 May 2020, 14:09:42
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Post by: TheArcticFox_27 on Thu, 21 May 2020, 14:30:57
This looks like garbage truck.
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Garbage Truck looks like an Elongate*
Post by: CrazyAssMonkey on Thu, 21 May 2020, 14:37:48
This is it chief this is it!
Post by: donut_sauce on Thu, 21 May 2020, 14:38:38
Honest question, what does people who use 40% without " ' { } : or ; map it to on their layout?
i use my spacebar as an LT layer and on that layer i have it mapped to KC_Z,KC_X.
Post by: jani80k on Thu, 21 May 2020, 14:41:57
Could you give us non 40% users some sample layer configs so we can get an idea how to use the board?
It looks and sounds insane, that's for sure!
Post by: czyrix on Thu, 21 May 2020, 14:43:41
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Post by: Visionaire on Thu, 21 May 2020, 15:02:41
Honest question, what does people who use 40% without " ' { } : or ; map it to on their layout?
With split space, I map the left bar to be a fn key to access these.
Post by: Ulliam on Thu, 21 May 2020, 15:04:53
Post by: 1391401 on Thu, 21 May 2020, 15:08:44
Honest question, what does people who use 40% without " ' { } : or ; map it to on their layout?As a programmer this is what stops me from using 40% - I can handle a lot of functions being hidden behind a layer but not " ' { } ; :
Regardless this keyboard looks amazing! Nice work.
Post by: i luv chuletas on Thu, 21 May 2020, 15:36:35
Honest question, what does people who use 40% without " ' { } : or ; map it to on their layout?As a programmer this is what stops me from using 40% - I can handle a lot of functions being hidden behind a layer but not " ' { } ; :
Regardless this keyboard looks amazing! Nice work.
Homerow mapping for these, software engineer myself rocking 40% :)
Post by: NICOTINE on Thu, 21 May 2020, 15:59:46
Post by: Lulluberllu on Thu, 21 May 2020, 16:07:20
Post by: DERBS on Thu, 21 May 2020, 16:10:37
+1 for USB-C and FR4 plate.
Post by: Nvr_Smile on Thu, 21 May 2020, 17:44:07
Post by: sygo_ on Thu, 21 May 2020, 19:34:37
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Post by: cldskt on Thu, 21 May 2020, 20:04:41
Not sure if anything can be done about that at this stage though.
Post by: bakerozee on Thu, 21 May 2020, 21:13:26
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Post by: snurrebassen on Fri, 22 May 2020, 09:44:20
so happy seeing more boards like this!
Post by: onmybikedrunk on Fri, 22 May 2020, 12:43:57
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Post by: hottrout on Sat, 23 May 2020, 05:18:18
Post by: i luv chuletas on Sat, 23 May 2020, 12:05:05
We heard you: we're moving to USB-C! <3 Thanks for the overwhelming response so far!
Amazing news! Any ideas as far as the timeline goes for the actual GB?
Post by: fcoury on Sat, 23 May 2020, 13:41:11
We heard you: we're moving to USB-C! <3 Thanks for the overwhelming response so far!
Amazing news! Any ideas as far as the timeline goes for the actual GB?
Yes, I was talking to 159 yesterday and there's really no reason to not push this soon. So even though no concrete TLs yet, we expect it to be happening pretty soon. For real this time :)
Post by: CrazyAssMonkey on Sat, 23 May 2020, 13:57:50
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Post by: fcoury on Mon, 25 May 2020, 11:58:17
What are the dimensions of the keeb?
Basically 31x9.5cm. Hope those two pictures help:
(https://i.imgur.com/lag7X98.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Thqfo3M.jpg)
And sorry for the terrible drawing :)
Post by: fcoury on Mon, 25 May 2020, 12:00:27
No inswitch LED? :x
We are evaluating that possibility. I'll update you if we can sneak that in while we add the USB-C case.
Post by: Gondolindrim on Mon, 25 May 2020, 12:11:27
- ARM processor
- USB-C connector
- Adding more underglow
- Adding in-switch LEDs
See you guys tomorrow!
Post by: CrazyAssMonkey on Mon, 25 May 2020, 12:19:38
What are the dimensions of the keeb?
Basically 31x9.5cm. Hope those two pictures help:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/lag7X98.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/Thqfo3M.jpg)
And sorry for the terrible drawing :)
Oh man Oh man Oh man! It's the perfect size O_o, I'm so hyped!
Post by: Visionaire on Mon, 25 May 2020, 12:21:10
I'd do something like this:
(https://imgur.com/K46xHXn.jpg)
http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/cd20a56f7c6e00a6aff2c9d0c52c7685
Post by: Gondolindrim on Mon, 25 May 2020, 13:29:56
What are the dimensions of the keeb?
Basically 31x9.5cm. Hope those two pictures help:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/lag7X98.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/Thqfo3M.jpg)
And sorry for the terrible drawing :)
Inches kekw imperial kekw
Post by: CrazyAssMonkey on Mon, 25 May 2020, 13:32:07
Post by: Visionaire on Mon, 25 May 2020, 13:53:29
Would you guys happen to have the layout for the keyboard? I was hoping to figure out the keycap sizing. I am absolute ass at eyeballing it.
http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/6881d91862082bb6f1a0af7878e0921c
Post by: Gondolindrim on Tue, 26 May 2020, 16:05:22
http://twitch.tv/gondolindrim_
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Post by: i luv chuletas on Wed, 27 May 2020, 16:29:40
Does that impact how soon we may get the gb at all, by any chance?
Post by: fcoury on Thu, 28 May 2020, 09:59:18
Man the USB-C announcement is definitely awesome news.
Does that impact how soon we may get the gb at all, by any chance?
We expect no delays :)
Post by: Antipez on Thu, 28 May 2020, 23:15:19
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Post by: kawaiicheung on Fri, 29 May 2020, 02:40:43
Post by: geewiz on Fri, 29 May 2020, 08:36:54
Also keen on knowing a date; I'll have to figure out what keysets I need to source a 40s kit for as well since I never thought I'd go below 60!
Good to know I'm not alone in this thinking. :D
Post by: sprigun on Fri, 05 June 2020, 10:01:19
I love this board and am going to be in the buy. In the interest of feedback, the only thing I would change is probably a bit too difficult at this point... but I'm not a fan of the gap between the spacebars and the lights there.
I'd do something like this:Show Image(https://imgur.com/K46xHXn.jpg)
http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/cd20a56f7c6e00a6aff2c9d0c52c7685
Yeah was also wondering about that gap and the 3 leds between the spacebars. Was the thinking that when you look down at the keeb, you'll see those leds between your hands?
If those leds are there, can it be turned off or disabled? I've seen instances of electronic equipment where the leds are too bright and can be quite a distraction. Not sure whether will it be in this case.
Post by: JayVoltage on Wed, 10 June 2020, 08:01:11
Post by: Gondolindrim on Wed, 10 June 2020, 10:38:05
Any updates? Also have the tiniest hope for an Australian vendor!
PCB on the verge of completion.
Post by: CrazyAssMonkey on Wed, 10 June 2020, 11:33:10
Oh man that sounds exciting, the stream was interesting.Any updates? Also have the tiniest hope for an Australian vendor!
PCB on the verge of completion.
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Post by: i luv chuletas on Fri, 19 June 2020, 11:55:57
Ne exciting colors avail for this? I might actually have to pick it up haha.
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Post by: Gondolindrim on Mon, 22 June 2020, 15:34:31
ARM, USB type C, in-switch LEDs and RGB underglow
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/713495056308502538/724723099639218247/Screenshot_from_2020-06-22_17-30-28.png)
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/713495056308502538/724723097818890410/Screenshot_from_2020-06-22_17-30-38.png)
Post by: gsp_89 on Thu, 25 June 2020, 10:34:49
Post by: KeebOnMe on Thu, 25 June 2020, 14:55:01
URL: https://store.projectkeyboard.com/products/elongate
Post by: hottrout on Thu, 25 June 2020, 17:58:59
Post by: Gondolindrim on Thu, 25 June 2020, 18:00:56
Is there an EU vendor or just projectkeyboard?
mykeyboard will EU proxy them, it's just not available on their website yet
Post by: honeynutcornflake on Thu, 25 June 2020, 18:32:04
this is fire
edit: are there any typing tests done for the other plates? like fr-4, brass?
Post by: nettik on Thu, 25 June 2020, 18:48:44
Post by: bigern302 on Thu, 25 June 2020, 19:32:58
This might just be a me problem, but I'm getting an error with the shipping method? I'm in Hawaii, but it says "There are no shipping methods available for your cart or address." Help?
+1
Post by: sprigun on Thu, 25 June 2020, 19:33:43
Post by: Nvr_Smile on Thu, 25 June 2020, 19:51:24
This might just be a me problem, but I'm getting an error with the shipping method? I'm in Hawaii, but it says "There are no shipping methods available for your cart or address." Help?
+1
Same issue here. No troubles on shipping anything else in the store though.
Post by: bigern302 on Thu, 25 June 2020, 20:47:02
This might just be a me problem, but I'm getting an error with the shipping method? I'm in Hawaii, but it says "There are no shipping methods available for your cart or address." Help?
+1
Same issue here. No troubles on shipping anything else in the store though.
Seems to be working now, FYI. :thumb:
Post by: itsmartin on Thu, 25 June 2020, 23:47:29
Will there be a limit on numbers?
Post by: joe405 on Sun, 28 June 2020, 08:04:55
Also wasn't the default plate supposed to be brass?
Post by: A.Belousov on Sun, 28 June 2020, 09:50:19
Post by: kajahtaa on Sun, 28 June 2020, 18:46:33
Also, can you please post the layout with size of caps? I need to know if i have all keycaps needed
http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/a7ea70bf0b0dbade28f4dd3f8dd61796
https://github.com/AcheronProject/Elongate
Post by: twigs on Fri, 03 July 2020, 05:44:27
Post by: Shikada on Fri, 03 July 2020, 05:58:13
This keyboard uses a few non standard sized keys, mainly the 2.25 and 2.75 spacebar keys and the 1.75 ANSI enter. Most keycap sets today are offered with a base option which covers the most standard keyboard sizes and with optional sets you can purchase, for example a spacebars kits will often have these spacebars that you need, or there will be a 40s set for small factor keyboards. Make sure that the 1.75 unit ANSI enter is provided, or a similar key (maybe novelty) is being offered, because sometimes even these optional kits won't offer it (and sometimes it's offered in the base kit, you will really have to check the specific keycap set that interests you).
Post by: hAy. on Sat, 04 July 2020, 01:51:20
Post by: itsmartin on Sat, 04 July 2020, 02:44:04
I trust my local vendor so I assume they’ve got some faith and a bit more communication (maybe that’s some false hope?), but it’d be nice to see it here as well.
Post by: hottrout on Sat, 04 July 2020, 05:51:55
Post by: joe405 on Sun, 05 July 2020, 23:42:13
Post by: fcoury on Mon, 06 July 2020, 10:14:21
Post by: fcoury on Mon, 06 July 2020, 10:15:24
I've been watching IC for a long time and thought its base plate was brass. However, today we checked the vendor to participate in GB and found that it is provided with an aluminum plate and cannot be replaced with brass.Should it be purchased additionally? I am unhappy that I have to buy two plates to choose brass. (It's the IC's maximum of $350, so why did the base plate become aluminum?) And if it's an aluminum plate, does it come in color to match the case? I'd appreciate it if you could give me more accurate data. I tried to participate in it, but it is now pending.
What vendor did you try to buy it from. We have brass as the default plate, so there must be a misunderstanding. Please let me know and I'll check it for you.
Post by: fcoury on Mon, 06 July 2020, 10:19:56
Yeah the GB is live on vendors but no real update here from the OP that it’s live and that the default plate is now aluminium etc - it doesn’t fill me with a lot of confidence.
I trust my local vendor so I assume they’ve got some faith and a bit more communication (maybe that’s some false hope?), but it’d be nice to see it here as well.
The default plate should be brass, I am talking with all the vendors to try to iron this out but I will keep you all posted.
Post by: Eoen on Mon, 06 July 2020, 12:44:48
Yeah the GB is live on vendors but no real update here from the OP that it’s live and that the default plate is now aluminium etc - it doesn’t fill me with a lot of confidence.
I trust my local vendor so I assume they’ve got some faith and a bit more communication (maybe that’s some false hope?), but it’d be nice to see it here as well.
The default plate should be brass, I am talking with all the vendors to try to iron this out but I will keep you all posted.
Can't speak for OP, but got mine from Project Keyboard. Just checked again after reading your replies and it looks like the page was updated to mention that the kit is shipping with brass.
Post by: brew on Mon, 06 July 2020, 15:44:18
Can't speak for OP, but got mine from Project Keyboard. Just checked again after reading your replies and it looks like the page was updated to mention that the kit is shipping with brass.
Not sure why, but mine is still showing up Alu for Project Keyboard
Plate: Aluminum 6063
Mounting Style: Top mount.
Love the eccentricity of this board. I'm in a bit of a battle with myself over the loss of the last 2 alpha columns (;'{}./). Normally that's a deal breaker, but I like this design enough I might go for it anyway.
Any plans for Eloooongate R2 with another column or two?
Post by: hAy. on Mon, 06 July 2020, 22:02:22
I've been watching IC for a long time and thought its base plate was brass. However, today we checked the vendor to participate in GB and found that it is provided with an aluminum plate and cannot be replaced with brass.Should it be purchased additionally? I am unhappy that I have to buy two plates to choose brass. (It's the IC's maximum of $350, so why did the base plate become aluminum?) And if it's an aluminum plate, does it come in color to match the case? I'd appreciate it if you could give me more accurate data. I tried to participate in it, but it is now pending.
What vendor did you try to buy it from. We have brass as the default plate, so there must be a misunderstanding. Please let me know and I'll check it for you.
All the vendor I checked are marking it as basic inclusion of aluminum plates. If that's not true, you'd better fix it quickly. (There must be someone who has placed unnecessary additional orders to get hold of brass plates.) After seeing your answer, I checked some vendors again, but they have not been modified. It is marked with aluminum. For example, Project Keyboard, Daily Clark, etc. As far as I've checked, all vendors.
Post by: fcoury on Mon, 06 July 2020, 22:08:56
I've been watching IC for a long time and thought its base plate was brass. However, today we checked the vendor to participate in GB and found that it is provided with an aluminum plate and cannot be replaced with brass.Should it be purchased additionally? I am unhappy that I have to buy two plates to choose brass. (It's the IC's maximum of $350, so why did the base plate become aluminum?) And if it's an aluminum plate, does it come in color to match the case? I'd appreciate it if you could give me more accurate data. I tried to participate in it, but it is now pending.
You are right, this was a misunderstanding on my part. If you want yours to come with the brass plate please PM me your order number and I’ll make it right for you. Apologies for the miscommunication.
What vendor did you try to buy it from. We have brass as the default plate, so there must be a misunderstanding. Please let me know and I'll check it for you.
All the vendor I checked are marking it as basic inclusion of aluminum plates. If that's not true, you'd better fix it quickly. (There must be someone who has placed unnecessary additional orders to get hold of brass plates.) After seeing your answer, I checked some vendors again, but they have not been modified. It is marked with aluminum. For example, Project Keyboard, Daily Clark, etc. As far as I've checked, all vendors.
Post by: itsmartin on Mon, 06 July 2020, 22:33:03
DC are still showing Aluminium on the product page as the plate material - Will the default actually be brass and vendors might just take some time to update their listing?
Might be best to clarify for anyone ordering different plates and even those who have placed orders. If someone actually did want an Alu plate and it is changed to brass by default they might be upset at the change. I'd welcome the change for my order - I'd much prefer my polycarb with a brass plate like in your build stream video.
Post by: fcoury on Mon, 06 July 2020, 22:38:39
Same here. Ordered from Daily Clack, was going to buy a separate brass plate but held off for a bit.
DC are still showing Aluminium on the product page as the plate material - Will the default actually be brass and vendors might just take some time to update their listing?
Might be best to clarify for anyone ordering different plates and even those who have placed orders. If someone actually did want an Alu plate and it is changed to brass by default they might be upset at the change. I'd welcome the change for my order - I'd much prefer my polycarb with a brass plate like in your build stream video.
Please PM me your order number and I’ll make it right.
Post by: Eoen on Tue, 07 July 2020, 07:39:51
Post by: hottrout on Wed, 08 July 2020, 10:51:20
Post by: Gondolindrim on Wed, 08 July 2020, 12:35:40
Does anyone know which kits typically include the 1.75 enter key that we'll need for this board? Assuming that it's 40's, but this is my first time putting together something in this profile.
1.75 enter is a common key in 40% kits. be sure to look at the renders/kits of a keyset before buying
Post by: brew on Thu, 09 July 2020, 20:42:09
Seriously considering picking up a Blue with an extra CF plate in the next week or so if the default is the Brass.
Hopefully @fcoury isn't having to manually correct everyone's orders!
Post by: SBboundBRONCOS on Fri, 10 July 2020, 10:29:23
Post by: brew on Fri, 10 July 2020, 11:16:24
Hi ... love this board and ordering either the pc or blue. In your opinion, would the Blue go with either GMK Nord or Hammerhead? If both, which one do you think looks better?
I've had similar struggle pairing the blue and was also thinking about going PC originally. PC is definitely easier to find caps for, but that blue is so nice.
I've been thinking about Hammerhead, it should look good. MrKeebs has a typing test with the blue using Solarized Dark on youtube. To my eye Solarized Dark looks similar to Norde and looks really nice.
Other thoughts:
- maybe upcoming KAT Monochrome (full WoB or BoW)
- SA Mizu / KAT Mizu (if that ever happens), I'm not personally an SA fan, but the color scheme should work.
- Modo2 with the blue accents might be ok?
I could see a bunch of stuff potentially working with the blue, but I'm definitely not as confident as with the PC. It'll be fun to experiment with.
Post by: thanatic on Sat, 11 July 2020, 14:51:04
That's odd I'm seeing Aluminum plate for base kit on project keyboardYeah the GB is live on vendors but no real update here from the OP that it’s live and that the default plate is now aluminium etc - it doesn’t fill me with a lot of confidence.
I trust my local vendor so I assume they’ve got some faith and a bit more communication (maybe that’s some false hope?), but it’d be nice to see it here as well.
The default plate should be brass, I am talking with all the vendors to try to iron this out but I will keep you all posted.
Can't speak for OP, but got mine from Project Keyboard. Just checked again after reading your replies and it looks like the page was updated to mention that the kit is shipping with brass.
Post by: Eoen on Sat, 11 July 2020, 16:14:01
That's odd I'm seeing Aluminum plate for base kit on project keyboardYeah the GB is live on vendors but no real update here from the OP that it’s live and that the default plate is now aluminium etc - it doesn’t fill me with a lot of confidence.
I trust my local vendor so I assume they’ve got some faith and a bit more communication (maybe that’s some false hope?), but it’d be nice to see it here as well.
The default plate should be brass, I am talking with all the vendors to try to iron this out but I will keep you all posted.
Can't speak for OP, but got mine from Project Keyboard. Just checked again after reading your replies and it looks like the page was updated to mention that the kit is shipping with brass.
You're right. I was looking at the mid-section description. Looks like the plate is still listed as ALU.
Post by: thanatic on Sat, 11 July 2020, 23:26:48
That's odd I'm seeing Aluminum plate for base kit on project keyboardYeah the GB is live on vendors but no real update here from the OP that it’s live and that the default plate is now aluminium etc - it doesn’t fill me with a lot of confidence.
I trust my local vendor so I assume they’ve got some faith and a bit more communication (maybe that’s some false hope?), but it’d be nice to see it here as well.
I asked Mr.Keebs on live stream today and he mentioned that he was mistaken and the vendors are correct that it comes with an aluminum switch plate in the base kit.
The default plate should be brass, I am talking with all the vendors to try to iron this out but I will keep you all posted.
Can't speak for OP, but got mine from Project Keyboard. Just checked again after reading your replies and it looks like the page was updated to mention that the kit is shipping with brass.
You're right. I was looking at the mid-section description. Looks like the plate is still listed as ALU.
Post by: DabbyBear on Tue, 21 July 2020, 19:52:36
Post by: jp5486 on Tue, 21 July 2020, 20:40:13
the default switch plate is alu
Post by: Gondolindrim on Tue, 21 July 2020, 20:40:36
Beautiful board, but I'll definitely have some trouble choosing between PC and plum. I'm on the edge of jumping in this GB, but I'm somewhat hesitant just looking at the previous replies referencing how the default plate isn't brass on the vendor pages, but Alu instead. Unless there's some clarification/update here or the vendors pages get fixed, I may have to hold off (and I'm sure I'm not the only one). I'd rather not get into a whole mix-up and then have to reach out just to have something fixed that has already been brought up by a bunch of people. Also, no GB page approved by the mods yet?
From what I understood it's just an issue with the website. The default option is brass
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Post by: QuokkaToa on Fri, 24 July 2020, 02:31:43
Beautiful board, but I'll definitely have some trouble choosing between PC and plum. I'm on the edge of jumping in this GB, but I'm somewhat hesitant just looking at the previous replies referencing how the default plate isn't brass on the vendor pages, but Alu instead. Unless there's some clarification/update here or the vendors pages get fixed, I may have to hold off (and I'm sure I'm not the only one). I'd rather not get into a whole mix-up and then have to reach out just to have something fixed that has already been brought up by a bunch of people. Also, no GB page approved by the mods yet?
From what I understood it's just an issue with the website. The default option is brass
Unfortunately not. I got this message when I PM'd him:
Hey there, sorry for all the misinformation. The default kit does come with an aluminum place and brass needs to be added as an extra.
Thanks!
Post by: Suavity on Sun, 26 July 2020, 07:10:32
I may be a minority but even though I’ll still be purchasing an Elongate, I do want to mention that if there ever is an Elongate R2 in the future, I’d love to see a southpaw numpad and arrow keys configuration. In terms of efficiency, it makes a little bit more sense since it reduces the amount of time that one’s right hand is on and off the mouse, compared to the traditional orthodox numpad + arrow keys configuration. The Clarabelle Keyboard that recently ended its GB comes to mind. If this ever comes to fruition, I’d love to own an R2.
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Post by: Visionaire on Mon, 27 July 2020, 08:43:44
Sharing pretty much the same concern as the the comments before me: ProjectKeyboard (and the other proxies) still state in their description that the default plate is Aluminum. I’m going to reach out to them and confirm if the default plate is actually Brass or not. I’m really hoping that all they have to do is update their description.
I may be a minority but even though I’ll still be purchasing an Elongate, I do want to mention that if there ever is an Elongate R2 in the future, I’d love to see a southpaw numpad and arrow keys configuration. In terms of efficiency, it makes a little bit more sense since it reduces the amount of time that one’s right hand is on and off the mouse, compared to the traditional orthodox numpad + arrow keys configuration. The Clarabelle Keyboard that recently ended its GB comes to mind. If this ever comes to fruition, I’d love to own an R2.
I mean, why not just buy a Clarabelle for your preference then?
Post by: QuokkaToa on Tue, 28 July 2020, 17:11:40
Sharing pretty much the same concern as the the comments before me: ProjectKeyboard (and the other proxies) still state in their description that the default plate is Aluminum. I’m going to reach out to them and confirm if the default plate is actually Brass or not. I’m really hoping that all they have to do is update their description.
I may be a minority but even though I’ll still be purchasing an Elongate, I do want to mention that if there ever is an Elongate R2 in the future, I’d love to see a southpaw numpad and arrow keys configuration. In terms of efficiency, it makes a little bit more sense since it reduces the amount of time that one’s right hand is on and off the mouse, compared to the traditional orthodox numpad + arrow keys configuration. The Clarabelle Keyboard that recently ended its GB comes to mind. If this ever comes to fruition, I’d love to own an R2.
It does come with an aluminium plate. That's what he let me know when I PM'd him. (Quote from his PM higher above)
Post by: fcoury on Thu, 24 September 2020, 17:42:59
So the GB was a major success. We sold around 250 units so wanted to thank you all for playing!
The order has been placed and as soon as I learn more or have any progress I'll post another update. Also, for everyone that asked on the past weeks: there will be extras!
Post by: preets on Thu, 24 September 2020, 22:08:38
Post by: Koo on Tue, 13 October 2020, 14:19:51