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Title: 【GB】EM-01 80% Mecha-Themed Keyboard 丨 Nov 28th - Dec 28th
Post by: Zero-G Studio on Sun, 23 November 2025, 19:55:22
【GB】EM-01 80% Mecha-Themed Keyboard 丨 Nov 28th - Dec 28th

(https://i.imgur.com/ZJa3lx6.jpeg)

I'm thrilled to announce that the EM-01 keyboard will be available for pre-order starting November 28th. This keyboard embodies a tangible mecha-style theme, a project into which I've poured a significant amount of time and effort
. The origins of this project can be traced back to an Interest Check post I made on the Geekhack (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=125242.0). As my second group buy product following the Great Sword 80, I'm incredibly grateful for the ongoing support and attention from everyone.

Vendor
Global:ClickClack (https://clickclack.io/products/gb-em-01-mechanical-keyboard-kit) Limited to 150 sets
AU:KeebznCables (https://www.keebzncables.com/collections/zero-g-em-01) Limited to 20 sets
Venodrs in other regions are making product pages and will add links after making them.

PRICING: 699$
(The price adjustment applies only to the pricing standards for the North American region. For other regions, vendors will adjust their prices based on local taxes and shipping conditions.)
Pre-sale period: November 28th to December 28th, 2025.
Estimated Delivery Q3 2026


"Vendor's product detail page contains exclusive offers for early-bird pre-order customers. Please check the product detail page for specifics."

If you're interested in this project, you can join the channel to get more information: Disocrd (https://discord.gg/clickclack)
You can also check out the animation demonstration by visiting the YouTube link:​EM-01 Animation Demo​ (https://youtu.be/yWNtG4ww4oI)


(https://i.imgur.com/6w1vQmm.jpeg)

Model:
Serial Number: EM-01
"Experimental" indicates that it's a prototype designed for testing and development stages.
"Mech" is short for "Mechanical," and is commonly used to refer to mechs or robotic warriors.
Thus, "Experimental Mech" is the designated name for this keyboard model.
As this is the first iteration, it is labeled as the Alpha version, hence the number 01.


Overview:

(https://i.imgur.com/RegaP76.jpg)
PCB Thickness: 1.6mm(​The test sample is 1.2 mm)
USB Interface: Type-C
Keyboard Slope: 7°
Front Height: 20.8mm
Switch Height: 25.3mm


Exterior Design:
To capture the layered look of a mecha, we've employed an exoskeleton-like accessory structure. This design not only gives a more three-dimensional feel but also offers greater freedom in terms of color and material customization.
Naturally, the detachable armor design does increase the overall cost of the kit, but it also opens up a wider range of possibilities for future customization.
Judging from the prototypes made from resin castings, it has indeed achieved the desired effect we were aiming for.
Additionally, we are considering the launch of an DLC (Downloadable Content) Armor Upgrade Kit. By replacing the existing accessories, it will transform the entire kit into a different form, much like the weapon packs in Gundam model kits.


(https://i.imgur.com/2O6CVvl.png)

Expansion:
With the premise that the entire armor is detachable, we've endowed the EM-01 with a wider array of color combinations and the playability of accessory expansion.
This brings a keyboard closer to the definition of a toy.
You can simply swap out a few parts to create a keyboard with a completely different style.


(https://i.imgur.com/w4KfR5A.png)(https://i.imgur.com/8skXA4U.png)(https://i.imgur.com/lP864Xv.png)

Support layout:

(https://i.imgur.com/KKGwswX.jpg)

Structural Display:

(https://i.imgur.com/apscpIe.png)

​Positioning Plate Specifications​:

(https://i.imgur.com/YtaJmwR.jpeg)

​DLC
Thank you all for reading to the end, and since mentioned DLC above, I don't want to keep you in suspense.
This time we also brought everyone the concept sketch of the upcoming DLC.
yes! ~ It's a sketch. This keyboard was also drawn with such a sketch! ~
You can clearly see from the concept art that we will be upgrading the appearance accessories as a whole, which also means you will have a set of heavy-duty mech.
Designing a DLC is no less time-consuming than making a brand new keyboard, but we are willing to spend more time on this big toy to increase its expandability and playability, making it a more distinctive stylistic decoration on your desktop.


(https://i.imgur.com/IhJl4L6.jpeg)

Render:

(https://i.imgur.com/Q0b0M37.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/4mu11Cw.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Z6lkJWv.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/RI7WzEH.jpeg)


​Physical Display​:
(https://i.imgur.com/59HispH.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/XnJ10H6.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/HvQSWfB.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/wgKhwQf.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/il2clTp.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/amZI7uH.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/DEKn8nk.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/AcVpGaK.jpeg)

(https://i.imgur.com/zLmBrtv.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/ZoMFhd2.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/JB4APbN.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/qqbFZwJ.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/DB5DbE7.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/zFG818J.jpeg)

(https://i.imgur.com/aZASmV0.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/ZQlCQwr.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/UO8MYpY.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/71exv7X.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/41Oky17.png)(https://i.imgur.com/JRGKM6v.jpeg)

Collaboration
If you are interested in collaborating, please contact us by

Contact
Discord: https://discord.gg/NAS6dWPKUJ
Mail: 43178850@qq.com
QQ:43178850
Wechat: 18611850929
Title: Re: 【GB】EM-01 80% Mecha-Themed Keyboard 丨 Nov 28th - Dec 28th
Post by: hwalker84 on Sun, 30 November 2025, 19:56:56
I can't remember which Discord I saw this in but what other boards have the manufacture of this board made?