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Title: Re: [IC]The Infidel Studio Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard
Post by: The_Infidel_Studio on Mon, 27 July 2020, 10:17:21
Updates of this thread :

[2020.07.29 21:41 KST] Add FAQ with Results on First Day of Interest Check.
[2020.08.02 00:11 KST] Update Layouts.
[2020.08.02 05:56 KST] Fix mistyping of 'Numpad Toggle Mode Layer' Image.
[2020.08.06 13:05 KST] Fix mistakes of 'Supported Layout' Image.
[2021.05.24 02:24 KST] Thread Closed.
Title: Re: [IC]Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard
Post by: piercejenkins on Mon, 27 July 2020, 10:54:40
Love this! Wanted 80% with option to use nav cluster as numpad!
Title: Re: [IC]Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard
Post by: soran on Mon, 27 July 2020, 11:07:04
(https://i.imgur.com/8GP0trd.png)
Title: Re: [IC]Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard
Post by: The_Infidel_Studio on Wed, 29 July 2020, 07:50:13
Love this! Wanted 80% with option to use nav cluster as numpad!

TKL series are planned after this. Also SIMPLEX Layout was planned for using nav cluster as numpad.
We will update the keymapping layers as each scenario soon. Thank you for your interest.
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - Ended First Check
Post by: The_Infidel_Studio on Sat, 01 August 2020, 10:18:54
First Interest Check was ended!

Coming Soon with new render shots. Thanks for participating!
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: RexKorp on Sat, 01 August 2020, 11:42:42
It's an interesting design but honestly, I think you'll find the infidel label and st peter's cross is a bit too "14 year old edgy goth kid" for most people. What you guys call yourselfs is whatever but to have it printed in such a prominent place on the case isn't the best idea. It being on the inside is alright, I guess. Not a fan of company logos as is but that especially goes for a logo that reads infidel (not sure if you are aware of its usages by extremists, especially these past years).

Tip: replace "The Infidel Studio" text on the back with "spectre carrera"
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: The_Infidel_Studio on Sat, 01 August 2020, 12:28:05
It's an interesting design but honestly, I think you'll find the infidel label and st peter's cross is a bit too "14 year old edgy goth kid" for most people. What you guys call yourselfs is whatever but to have it printed in such a prominent place on the case isn't the best idea. It being on the inside is alright, I guess. Not a fan of company logos as is but that especially goes for a logo that reads infidel (not sure if you are aware of its usages by extremists, especially these past years).

Tip: replace "The Infidel Studio" text on the back with "spectre carrera"

Thanks for telling a good idea to us. We will discuss about it.
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: Luciqueii on Sat, 01 August 2020, 14:37:31
Is the text on the brass weight inside the keyboards laser engraved? Interesting design, good luck (:
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: iZac02 on Sat, 01 August 2020, 15:04:55
I am digging the design. the grill top side feels great. I just wish there was something similar or as exciting bottom side. You don't really ever look at the top of boards 99% of the time its just top plate and bottom
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: ZavaZ86 on Sat, 01 August 2020, 15:18:18
RGB might give your pc more fps so will this keyboard make you faster in racing games  ;)
Jokes aside, this keyboard looks amazing and I really look forward to the future of it  :D
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: The_Infidel_Studio on Sat, 01 August 2020, 15:43:34
Is the text on the brass weight inside the keyboards laser engraved? Interesting design, good luck (:

We might use the laser engraving for the logos or just fill with black enamel after engraving with CNC on processing.
But serial number part will be used the laser engraving for controlling the quantities.

RGB might give your pc more fps so will this keyboard make you faster in racing games  ;)
Jokes aside, this keyboard looks amazing and I really look forward to the future of it  :D

(https://preview.redd.it/nwag6m9gyqd51.jpg?width=960&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=2056b4cc555de9b51ad5ff7954c605e506146b7f)
Oh, We missed to write the details of LEDs on specifications. We will update it soon.
Anyway, Thanks for your interest. Please keep focus to us for further updates.

I am digging the design. the grill top side feels great. I just wish there was something similar or as exciting bottom side. You don't really ever look at the top of boards 99% of the time its just top plate and bottom

We are discussing about the updates of detailing. Such as adding some engraving on the bottom case, better processing methods about the logos, etc...
On the first interest check, We had checked about what logo will be used on the weight and bottom case. And we will add this question on 2nd check, with variety options.
So, Stay Tuned.
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: Surefoot on Sat, 01 August 2020, 16:18:07
Very interesting design, really liking the large bezels and the grilles..
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: The_Infidel_Studio on Sat, 01 August 2020, 22:33:16
Very interesting design, really liking the large bezels and the grilles..

Thanks for your interest. If second interest check opens, we will satisfy if you join the check.
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: KMPLSV on Sun, 02 August 2020, 03:55:57
hmmm, my honest opinion? at first glance, the design even down to the clashing font styles and phrases on the board, looks like an edgy religious/political movement collided with a cheesy porsche design aesthetic that didn't make the cut sometime in the late 90s.
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: The_Infidel_Studio on Sun, 02 August 2020, 05:42:10
hmmm, my honest opinion? at first glance, the design even down to the clashing font styles and phrases on the board, looks like an edgy religious/political movement collided with a cheesy porsche design aesthetic that didn't make the cut sometime in the late 90s.

Thanks for your interest. We will try to apply on next interest check.
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: 100 percent horse on Sun, 02 August 2020, 07:41:52
The car influence says "Lamborghini Diablo" more than "McLaren P1" to me here... Does feel dated as others have said.

And yes, the word infidel has some troubling connotations, especially in the US.

Sent from my Pixel 3a using Tapatalk

Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: The_Infidel_Studio on Sun, 02 August 2020, 20:29:04
The car influence says "Lamborghini Diablo" more than "McLaren P1" to me here... Does feel dated as others have said.

And yes, the word infidel has some troubling connotations, especially in the US.

Sent from my Pixel 3a using Tapatalk

Thanks for your interest. The design of render shots is revision 3 that was based on front bumper design of Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4.
(https://carlook.net/data/db_photos/lamborghini/gallardo/1st/lamborghini_gallardo_1st_lp-560-roadster2d-3086.jpg)
We are working on revision 4 now, with new design of front side of upper case and lower case, LED diffuser for backside, Hiding screw holes of bottom side, etc.....
Will be updated on next interest check.
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: hottrout on Wed, 05 August 2020, 06:09:04
Watching/lurking with interest.
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: depletedvespene on Wed, 05 August 2020, 08:14:46
Why is the left Shift splitting (for true ISO layouts) not supported?

Also, is "Simplex" the intended name for the physical layout or for the particular logical layout laid on top of it?
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: The_Infidel_Studio on Wed, 05 August 2020, 08:23:09
Why is the left Shift splitting (for true ISO layouts) not supported?

Also, is "Simplex" the intended name for the physical layout or for the particular logical layout laid on top of it?

We missed 'Left Shift Splitting' on ISO Layout, will be fixed on next updates.
And "SIMPLEX" is the intended name for both because we want to stand out the advantages of its layout.
Thanks for fixing our mistakes.

Watching/lurking with interest.

(https://i.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/001/082/277/624.gif)

Thanks for your interest. Please wait for new updates!

Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: The_Infidel_Studio on Sat, 08 August 2020, 00:51:35
Updated with the signature!

Second Interest Check will be opened on next week. Stay Tuned.
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: darthcapn on Sat, 08 August 2020, 04:54:17
NICE!
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: The_Infidel_Studio on Sun, 09 August 2020, 06:06:29
NICE!

Thanks for your interest, Stay Tuned.

(https://media1.tenor.com/images/bb6aa5121851f1b57a2cb50f73005c66/tenor.gif?itemid=8375212)
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: huey on Sun, 09 August 2020, 06:49:51
 I don't see how you can trade market a layout. On that note, there is a lot of ™ symbols being thrown about, but I highly doubt you have actually trademarked anything.

The design language is completely lost on me to be honest:
 
 - The upside-down cross weight does not fit with the rest of the design at all.

 - There is a lot of text on the design and I'm curious how you plan manufacture that.

 - I don't like logos/brands on boards to begin with but I certainly wouldn't want "The Infidel Studio" anywhere my board.

 - I think that internal brass piece is completely overkill.

This project feels more like heavy branding and marketing rather than a solid design. I don't care much for it.
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: SwitchKeys on Sun, 09 August 2020, 07:39:09
It's an interesting design but honestly, I think you'll find the infidel label and st peter's cross is a bit too "14 year old edgy goth kid" for most people. What you guys call yourselfs is whatever but to have it printed in such a prominent place on the case isn't the best idea. It being on the inside is alright, I guess. Not a fan of company logos as is but that especially goes for a logo that reads infidel (not sure if you are aware of its usages by extremists, especially these past years).

Tip: replace "The Infidel Studio" text on the back with "spectre carrera"

Echo this. The name put me off initially, then I saw the the insignia..
Title: Re: [IC] Spectre Carrera - SIMPLEX™ Layout Modular Keyboard - First Check Ended
Post by: syke on Sun, 09 August 2020, 10:23:11
hear hear, infidel and the cross just screams... kiddish...
might be cool for teenagers but cringey for someone like me.