Arc
Ergo 65XT, Available for pre-order now on shostudios.co (https://shostudios.co/products/arc-an-ergonomic-65-with-macros)
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Arc is an ergonomic 65% keyboard with a 2-row macro column, split at a 12-degree angle. It features the familiar gummy O-ring mount and a front-facing walnut/maple accent.
Contents
- Specifications
- Sales & Pricing
- Renders & Photos
- FAQ
- Socials & Build Vlog
1. Specifications
Case Angle: 7.25°
Front Height (min-max): 19mm-22.3mm
Net Weight: 2kg (built with alu plate, Gateron X & GMKs)
Case Materials: 6063 Aluminium, Brass (internal-weight), Walnut/Maple (front accents)
Hardware Materials: SUS304 Stainless Steel (case screws & daughterboard screws)
Plate Materials: 6061 Aluminium & Carbon Fibre (1.5mm thickness)
PCB:
- 1.6mm FR4 (no flex cuts) designed by Mechlovin’
- QMK & VIAL Configurable
- Daughterboard with ESD protection
Layout Options:
(https://i.imgur.com/I0G5EME.jpg)
Keyboard mount:
(https://i.imgur.com/EuDfT4j.jpg)
Gummy O-ring with mounting posts
2. Sales & Pricing
Base kit price: SGD 630 (USD 468)
Kit includes:
- 1x Keyboard Case (hardware pre-assembled)
- 1x Solder-only PCB, daughterboard & JST cable
- 6x Custom Silicone Feet
- 1x Carrying Case
50 units min., 100 units max.
Targeted Completion: Early-Late Q4 2023
Shipping Estimates:
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Singapore (Qxpress) – SGD 4.1
Malaysia (DHL Express) – SGD 30
South Korea (Qxpress) – SGD 22
CONUS/Canada (DHL Express) – SGD 80
EU/UK (DHL Express/Fedex) – SGD 80++
Rest of SEA (DHL Express) – SGD 33++
Rest of Asia (DHL Express) – SGD 43++
MENA (DHL Express/Aramex) – SGD 135++
3. Renders & Photos
Black & Walnut
(https://i.imgur.com/nTjUoCW.png)
More
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Silver & Maple
(https://i.imgur.com/Tp1CsRY.png)
More
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(https://i.imgur.com/uRLDLAd.png)
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Prototype Photos
(https://i.imgur.com/CcvXzmN.jpg)
More
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Bottom Engraving
(https://i.imgur.com/JBa0Ksv.jpg)
Exploded View
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4. FAQ
- Who are you and what is shostudios?
I am the former designer and co-founder of Hex Keyboards. Having left the brand early this year, I have set up shostudios as a personal outlet to work on bringing my passion projects to life. - Will _____ color/wood/plate be available?
Unfortunately not. I will be working on fulfilment alone for these projects so I’d like to keep things simple by reducing the number of SKUs I'm offering. I will be releasing the plate and wood accent files towards the end of fulfilment. I may also add a raw case option if there is enough demand for it. Let me know in the form linked below. - Why the 100 units cap?
I will be working with limited space and manpower (my pair of hands) when it comes time for fulfilment. So even though I have 3 years of experience in keyboard fulfilment with my previous venture, I’d rather not stretch myself too thin. - Will you be engaging with any international vendors?
Not for this project.
5. Socials & Build Vlog
To keep up with the latest information for this board, join my discord server (https://discord.gg/gZzQtzRgzw), or follow me on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/shostudios.co/)!
Raw Aluminium IC form (https://forms.gle/DKRGNyKjckqvmipRA)
build vlog done by the very talented lensoflucas (https://www.instagram.com/lensoflucas/)
sound test recorded by myself