geekhack Marketplace => Interest Checks => Topic started by: Aeris Studio on Mon, 07 November 2022, 23:29:37
Title: [IC] Killer65 | GB Live from Dec 9th - 31st!
Post by: Aeris Studio on Mon, 07 November 2022, 23:29:37
Killer65 - by Aeris Studio (http://"https://aeris.studio/")
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Check out the GB here! (http://"https://www.reddit.com/r/mechmarket/comments/zmmlme/gb_killer65_by_aeris_studio_giveaway_december_9th/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3")
While the idea of endgame differs for all of us, there are features that are staples among many "endgame" keyboards being offered today such as counterweights, or numerous color customization. Of course, there are keyboards that offer more innovative features like the Kohaku, or the Satisfaction75, but these also come at considerably higher price points.
So our compromise is an affordable keyboard with features the average keyboard hobbyist would want. Our product follows in the footsteps of the Zoom65, QK65, and more recently the JRIS65, but with a twist. Inspired by the Canoe by Percent Studios (best keyboard ever), we designed one with a similar 2-3 tone aesthetic while streamlining the design to give it a minimalist look.
Weight: ~2kg fully built (Depends on weight and plate)
Layout options:
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2. VENDORS
We will be using CJDropshipping as our shipping partner to ship to these places.
America
Europe
Asia
Oceania
Price: $159 USD plus shipping for default kit (polycarbonate plate and anodized weight) +$20 USD for PVD Weight +$49 USD for an Aluminum, FR4, and POM Plate +$39 USD for an extra Top Frame
Timeline: The website is currently being readied for the group buy. We are currently searching for shipping partners to do bulk shipments to the US to lower shipping costs.
3. CURRENT STATUS
The 1st set of prototypes have arrived. Typing tests, and photoshoot completed (see gallery).
The feature set is basically final now but we may add additional features if desired.
4. GALLERY *colors shown in the prototypes aren't final
Will there be per key RGB or backlighting? There won't be any RGB or backlighting provided. We backtracked on this to support more layouts on the hotswap PCB.
Why is the design so simple? Personally, we prefer simpler designs as it keeps the desk looking minimal.
Aren't you guys reskinning the Zoom65/QK65 etc.? What we are doing is filling up a hole in the market left behind by all these products, the JRIS65, Zoom65, QK65, etc, and adding our own unique 2-3 color tone look.
How many are you planning on selling? Currently, our MOQ is 300. We plan on capping it at 2K units unless there is a lot of interest.
How long will it take to manufacture the keyboards? We are aiming for 3 months after the group buy concludes, but may take up to 4 months.
How much will you charge for shipping? According to CJDropshipping, most places should not cost more than $30USD to ship the keyboard. Shipping may cost more as you add more products.
Will you do additional colors/variations? If there is enough interest for it (and we have the manufacturing capabilities), then we will cater accordingly.
Will you be doing different layouts? Hopefully if everything goes well, we would like to make different layouts with fun designs in the future!
08/11/2022 - Interest check and website launches. 09/11/2022 - Socials started 14/11/2022 - Prototypes built and typing tests added.
Planned December 2022 Keyboard reviews launch by Lewis Toh, and Keybored Group-buy launch (may be delayed)
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 - A Wallet Friendly PVD Keyboard
Post by: KBKlon on Mon, 07 November 2022, 23:33:48
Blue PVD weight option would be fantastic.
Also please provide exploded view.
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 - A Wallet Friendly PVD Keyboard
Post by: Aeris Studio on Mon, 07 November 2022, 23:49:21
Hi! The exploded view will be coming up soon. As for color options, we went with what we thought people would enjoy. If there is a color you want, please let us know through the google form! Thanks for checking out the IC.
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 - A Wallet Friendly PVD Keyboard
Post by: TypeBis on Tue, 08 November 2022, 06:26:14
awesome price. is the top frame really tall or is it just the render? some keycaps look really sunken in
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 - A Wallet Friendly PVD Keyboard
Post by: Aeris Studio on Tue, 08 November 2022, 10:03:21
Yeah some of the renders are a bit messed up. We'll update the gallery and post when we get some real pictures.
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 - A Wallet Friendly PVD Keyboard
Post by: keygun on Wed, 09 November 2022, 07:50:02
Looking great, me like wallet friendly! Will you guys be adding more colors? (Would love to see grey or green)
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 - A Wallet Friendly PVD Keyboard
Post by: bigdonnerz on Wed, 09 November 2022, 07:52:00
The budget 65 market is very competitive right now. Pricing this based on a MOQ 2k units seems extremely optimistic. Zoom TKL is in GB right now and costs the same.
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 - A Wallet Friendly PVD Keyboard
Post by: arr1 on Wed, 09 November 2022, 12:42:48
GLWIC. Looks awesome
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 - A Wallet Friendly PVD Keyboard
Post by: stidal on Wed, 09 November 2022, 12:56:50
protos arrived but no pictures, sound tests, or any other info regarding them? no pictures or even renders of internals? are we trusting a brand new designer/company to handle and qc 2k units or will you be working through vendors? at first glance this just seems like you're hoping the thocktuber hype will be enough to turn you a quick profit with very little forethought
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 - A Wallet Friendly PVD Keyboard
Post by: Aeris Studio on Thu, 10 November 2022, 00:16:48
I get where you're coming from. It is hard to trust us when the source is literally "trust me bro", but we're still on the interest check phase and making changes to the board using suggestions from it. As for product pictures and typing tests, we are waiting on some parts (keycaps and switches) to arrive.
The 2k units is a mistake on our part, we failed to clarify that 2k is our limit. Our MOQ is hard to estimate considering additional colors we are adding based of community feedback but right now we are looking at ~300.
Thanks for checking out the IC :)
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 | Updated Colors, and Prototype Pics!
Post by: Aeris Studio on Mon, 14 November 2022, 09:27:59
IC has been updated with revamped color choices, new prototype pics and typing tests!
Swatches for the new colors will be arriving soon!
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 | Updated Colors, and Prototype Pics!
Post by: ketuso on Thu, 24 November 2022, 07:13:06
I'm in, the two/three tone look is probably the main attraction factor for this board, if the screw holes could be hidden, would be nice. GLWIC
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 | Updated Colors, and Prototype Pics!
Post by: Gurricken on Thu, 01 December 2022, 10:47:07
That's awesome
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 | Updated Colors, and Prototype Pics!
Post by: pebblescarce on Tue, 06 December 2022, 10:39:43
That's an incredible bargain. Is it just the render, or is the top frame unusually tall? Some of the keycaps seem to be recessed a lot.
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 | GB Live from Dec 9th - 31st!
Post by: Aeris Studio on Fri, 16 December 2022, 08:05:14
Yeah the keycaps are a bit recessed in the renders. The top frame should be flush with the bottom frame and keycaps !
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 | GB Live from Dec 9th - 31st!
Post by: jamieoliver on Mon, 13 February 2023, 02:00:37
I'm very impressed with this keyboard. It's so beautiful. I have a question about the price of it.
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 | GB Live from Dec 9th - 31st!
Post by: LASERman Projects on Mon, 13 February 2023, 02:51:01
It looks quite like Zoo 65 (https://momoka.store/products/momoka-zoo-65-keyboard-kit?_pos=1&_psq=zoo65&_ss=e&_v=1.0&variant=42012402352299) (even similar colourway) and I hope it doesn't share the same downfalls:
Propriety daughterboard kills it's purpose when it dies couple years later and the vendor has either move on to next projects or gone with the wind themselves. Unless you are using unified daughterboard (i.e. ai03) or will offer cheap spares this shortfall cancels the attractiveness of your price for me.
The price for extra plates seems weirdly high comparing to PVD Weight and whole kit price level to be frank.
Board mentioned above has very soft typing profile thanks to the 3mm thick soft gaskets. Some users didn't like it, some did - everybody had to buy it to find out. I'd like vendors to at least specify thickness of their gaskets to get some idea.
I understand the simplicity principle but another tofu shaped rectangle doesn't carry much unique design and I'd really like at least the undercuts on the sides for easy picking up the hefty board.
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 | GB Live from Dec 9th - 31st!
Post by: aelius on Tue, 18 July 2023, 09:45:25
US delivery still delayed and updates are only given on their Discord. Where's the accountability on keeping this thread updated?
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 | GB Live from Dec 9th - 31st!
Post by: Furki on Tue, 18 July 2023, 15:49:45
The GB link isnt working
Title: Re: [IC] Killer65 | GB Live from Dec 9th - 31st!
Post by: PrizeOcelot5911 on Mon, 27 November 2023, 03:15:14