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geekhack Community => Keyboards => Topic started by: CM-Rajiv on Tue, 12 February 2013, 11:09:16
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Hello GH!
Just wanted to give you a heads up that we are now selling A LIMITED QUANTITY of replacement top panels with the cleaner look (removed branding on top) at our CM Store. This was brought in by popular demand from the community and allows you to switch up your look without having to purchase a full new keyboard.
In the future, QFR will be using black top panels EXCLUSIVELY for all switch types. This is our way of still giving a bit of customization.
http://www.cmstore-usa.com/quickfire-rapid-replacement-top-panel/
We are including a tool to help with the process. If you have any questions I'll be glad to answer them!
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Nice job following up and bringing this product to life! I've sold all my branded QFRs, but I might have to get a gray cover in case I want to mix things up with my Greens.
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This is great news, I can finally change the grey color of my QFR to black :D
Are you guys going to be able to do a white version?
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Yeah, we are listening. It does take a while sometimes but Carter and I get super excited when things finally happen. Here's the first of many to come.
White is next on the list :) No ETA but it's already been pushed.
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Good guy, CM!
There may also be a big market for other colors such as blue, red, and green.
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Red!!!
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I think Hyper yellow/ laser yellow/ sunny yellow would be awesome...
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Metal case!
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Rajiv, this is awesome it's finally available! Having the bottom piece available too would be nice too. Just a suggestion that I hope would become a reality also :)
However by offering this, you guys are indirectly saying it's ok to void warranty?
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Rajiv, this is awesome it's finally available! Having the bottom piece available too would be nice too. Just a suggestion that I hope would become a reality also :)
However by offering this, you guys are indirectly saying it's ok to void warranty?
pretty sure it's do at your own risk.
The only hard part is if some one yanks the bottom usb pcb too quickly and breaks those pins... :D
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I can't tell you anything other than it's "do at your own risk"
With that said, I'll do my best to help if a situation were to arise.
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Very nice, going to order a black one!
Thanks
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Still no word on EU availability? Even if I'd be fine with paying the US -> Norway shipping costs the store won't let me order from outside of NA, so I'd have to get a proxy for it. Might as well try getting a second hand one.
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I think Hyper yellow/ laser yellow/ sunny yellow would be awesome...
+1 for yellow :)
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Woohoo!
Rajiv, any progress on making unpainted/unfinished tops available? For those of us who may want to paint them a completely different color like white or gray or purple or such?
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This is something that's also been brought up and Carter is already championing different things. What we need is to see the response to these current covers to see if the production is viable.....because we're running it on a smaller scale, costs go up... if the market is there, we can increase production, streamline a process, and lower overall costs.
We are always about supporting modders (our component business has always been a proponent of customization) so we definitely plan to extend that to the CM Storm line now as well.
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This is something that's also been brought up and Carter is already championing different things. What we need is to see the response to these current covers to see if the production is viable.....because we're running it on a smaller scale, costs go up... if the market is there, we can increase production, streamline a process, and lower overall costs.
We are always about supporting modders (our component business has always been a proponent of customization) so we definitely plan to extend that to the CM Storm line now as well.
Good deal! Is there any chance of a replacement top that doesn't void warranty? I know there's a lot of unethical twits out there who'll spill Coke in the keyboard and then try to claim, but the voiding of warranty if I put a custom painted top on it is making me hesitate. A lot. And probably quite a few others since every QFR is still in warranty. Would it be at all possible to move the warranty void sticker to the internals so that it'd only be broken if someone takes the PCB and plate out of the lower chassis?
I mean realistically, there's not too much that can go wrong with the swap other than idiot maneuvers. So I'd really like to be able to swap it without voiding my warranty - provided I don't do anything stupid, of course. (ProTip: Do not use power drivers to reassemble keyboard chassis.)
Oh! And any chance we can get you guys to post a basic painting guide for us? I know there's a funky coating on the black one, plus the branding decal, so some guidance from you guys on how best to sand and prep it for a coat of paint would be fantastic!
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Would also like to know do these covers just pop off or do we need to unscrew it?
Looks like from the tool the top would just pop off no problem.
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This is something that's also been brought up and Carter is already championing different things. What we need is to see the response to these current covers to see if the production is viable.....because we're running it on a smaller scale, costs go up... if the market is there, we can increase production, streamline a process, and lower overall costs.
We are always about supporting modders (our component business has always been a proponent of customization) so we definitely plan to extend that to the CM Storm line now as well.
Then it'd make even more sense to come out with colors as soon as possible..
Because as is, the replacement covers will only sell to those with the "pre-unbranded" boards. Or minimally to those who wish to go from black to grey// grey to black.
But... If you sell Yellow or White, which don't come on the stock boards.... It's like IPHONE CASES wh0000000000... WInnnnn
I just gotzz to have my personalized iphone case..... yeaaa.. it represents me......<-- At least that's what some kids would say...
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This is something that's also been brought up and Carter is already championing different things. What we need is to see the response to these current covers to see if the production is viable.....because we're running it on a smaller scale, costs go up... if the market is there, we can increase production, streamline a process, and lower overall costs.
We are always about supporting modders (our component business has always been a proponent of customization) so we definitely plan to extend that to the CM Storm line now as well.
Good deal! Is there any chance of a replacement top that doesn't void warranty? I know there's a lot of unethical twits out there who'll spill Coke in the keyboard and then try to claim, but the voiding of warranty if I put a custom painted top on it is making me hesitate. A lot. And probably quite a few others since every QFR is still in warranty. Would it be at all possible to move the warranty void sticker to the internals so that it'd only be broken if someone takes the PCB and plate out of the lower chassis?
I mean realistically, there's not too much that can go wrong with the swap other than idiot maneuvers. So I'd really like to be able to swap it without voiding my warranty - provided I don't do anything stupid, of course. (ProTip: Do not use power drivers to reassemble keyboard chassis.)
Oh! And any chance we can get you guys to post a basic painting guide for us? I know there's a funky coating on the black one, plus the branding decal, so some guidance from you guys on how best to sand and prep it for a coat of paint would be fantastic!
This is a case by case basis. I've already spoken to our customer service team and I will be playing a role in approving any warranty issues with an installation from this. Since we are ONLY selling from the CM-Store, this gives us a lot of tracking ability. I was very adamant about providing at least some lee-way to you guys, because what is the benefit of selling you a product that voids your warranty? Hence, my intervention.
Do not let the warranty issue deter you... just be sure that if I know your keyboard was damaged from a poor install/handling issue, it may not get approved.
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Oh and as for a painting guide........I can look into this.
We work with a lot of modders and getting their feedback will be crucial to us creating a guide since we want it done from the experts.
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This is something that's also been brought up and Carter is already championing different things. What we need is to see the response to these current covers to see if the production is viable.....because we're running it on a smaller scale, costs go up... if the market is there, we can increase production, streamline a process, and lower overall costs.
We are always about supporting modders (our component business has always been a proponent of customization) so we definitely plan to extend that to the CM Storm line now as well.
Good deal! Is there any chance of a replacement top that doesn't void warranty? I know there's a lot of unethical twits out there who'll spill Coke in the keyboard and then try to claim, but the voiding of warranty if I put a custom painted top on it is making me hesitate. A lot. And probably quite a few others since every QFR is still in warranty. Would it be at all possible to move the warranty void sticker to the internals so that it'd only be broken if someone takes the PCB and plate out of the lower chassis?
I mean realistically, there's not too much that can go wrong with the swap other than idiot maneuvers. So I'd really like to be able to swap it without voiding my warranty - provided I don't do anything stupid, of course. (ProTip: Do not use power drivers to reassemble keyboard chassis.)
Oh! And any chance we can get you guys to post a basic painting guide for us? I know there's a funky coating on the black one, plus the branding decal, so some guidance from you guys on how best to sand and prep it for a coat of paint would be fantastic!
This is a case by case basis. I've already spoken to our customer service team and I will be playing a role in approving any warranty issues with an installation from this. Since we are ONLY selling from the CM-Store, this gives us a lot of tracking ability. I was very adamant about providing at least some lee-way to you guys, because what is the benefit of selling you a product that voids your warranty? Hence, my intervention.
Do not let the warranty issue deter you... just be sure that if I know your keyboard was damaged from a poor install/handling issue, it may not get approved.
Perhaps youtube an instructional video to the Noobs?
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Youtube video for painting guide or for panel removal?
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Would also like to know do these covers just pop off or do we need to unscrew it?
Looks like from the tool the top would just pop off no problem.
There are several screws that keep the two halves of the chassis together. One of those screws is in fact, located under the 'warranty void if broken' sticker.
This is something that's also been brought up and Carter is already championing different things. What we need is to see the response to these current covers to see if the production is viable.....because we're running it on a smaller scale, costs go up... if the market is there, we can increase production, streamline a process, and lower overall costs.
We are always about supporting modders (our component business has always been a proponent of customization) so we definitely plan to extend that to the CM Storm line now as well.
Good deal! Is there any chance of a replacement top that doesn't void warranty? I know there's a lot of unethical twits out there who'll spill Coke in the keyboard and then try to claim, but the voiding of warranty if I put a custom painted top on it is making me hesitate. A lot. And probably quite a few others since every QFR is still in warranty. Would it be at all possible to move the warranty void sticker to the internals so that it'd only be broken if someone takes the PCB and plate out of the lower chassis?
I mean realistically, there's not too much that can go wrong with the swap other than idiot maneuvers. So I'd really like to be able to swap it without voiding my warranty - provided I don't do anything stupid, of course. (ProTip: Do not use power drivers to reassemble keyboard chassis.)
Oh! And any chance we can get you guys to post a basic painting guide for us? I know there's a funky coating on the black one, plus the branding decal, so some guidance from you guys on how best to sand and prep it for a coat of paint would be fantastic!
This is a case by case basis. I've already spoken to our customer service team and I will be playing a role in approving any warranty issues with an installation from this. Since we are ONLY selling from the CM-Store, this gives us a lot of tracking ability. I was very adamant about providing at least some lee-way to you guys, because what is the benefit of selling you a product that voids your warranty? Hence, my intervention.
Do not let the warranty issue deter you... just be sure that if I know your keyboard was damaged from a poor install/handling issue, it may not get approved.
THIS is super good news to hear. I love the gray case, but I want a lighter gray case to match the keycaps I have on the way. I've got a local shop that can handle my color matching for me too, thankfully. Also loves that it comes with a spudger (even though I have plenty of my own.)
Now we just need to convince you guys to offer one with stealth printed PBT keycaps. Seriously. I am shredding through these ABS caps in a matter of days. :(
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Would also like to know do these covers just pop off or do we need to unscrew it?
Only 1 screw to take off, and 8 tabs to pop off. My disassembly here:
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Nice! Ordered two so I can try painting my silvery ones with reckless abandon.
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Other colors would be amazing! White would be very tempting o;
CM really showing that they listen to their customers :D
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I am very impressed with CM right now. They're adding new stuff that's really cool, they've posted about the people who were having issues with Green switches and now this. You guys are going all out to be a major player in the mechanical keyboard market.
I'll soon be getting a QFR with Greens, the only question is, will it be a normal one, or the Stealth?
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I'd definitely buy a white cover :)
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I am very impressed with CM right now. They're adding new stuff that's really cool, they've posted about the people who were having issues with Green switches and now this. You guys are going all out to be a major player in the mechanical keyboard market.
I'll soon be getting a QFR with Greens, the only question is, will it be a normal one, or the Stealth?
Yes, please change the code/model number in Amazon (& other outlets), so we know what we are buying. Thanks!
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More paint jobs for me to do. :D
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The stealth models will have their own model #... it will be very apparent when they are released :)
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oh man, that gray top is pretty hot. if i can figure out how to place an order (some weird account thing?) i'm totally getting one :D
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Y U NO SHIP TO PO BOX?!?
You know my wife will kill me if I have this stuff sent to the house, right?
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When will you have non-logo'd CFR's in Amazon?
Will you have different part numbers for logo'd/non-log'd, so we know?
I hate having to order, to just return it!
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I just bought a grey one. My QFR with Greens already has the black. My other QFR is already modded to fit a Phantom, so...
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When will you have non-logo'd CFR's in Amazon?
All QFR's being shipped by Amazon are 'reduced branding' versions at this point. Amazon just fails at updating their product photos.
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I just bought a grey one. My QFR with Greens already has the black. My other QFR is already modded to fit a Phantom, so...
Was this tough? I just got a dremel and am working on first sanding and spray painting it red, but then I must get to the tough part.
What did you exactly have to do? I haven't really gave that part any thought yet.
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I just bought a grey one. My QFR with Greens already has the black. My other QFR is already modded to fit a Phantom, so...
Was this tough? I just got a dremel and am working on first sanding and spray painting it red, but then I must get to the tough part.
What did you exactly have to do? I haven't really gave that part any thought yet.
1) File down the bottom left standoff of the bottom case to the appropriate height.
2) Snip off the one and only standoff of the top cover
3) Make an adapter that goes from teensy USB to the 4 pin USB of the breakout board on the case. OR, drill a hole in the case to attach a USB cable directly to the teensy.
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I just bought a grey one. My QFR with Greens already has the black. My other QFR is already modded to fit a Phantom, so...
Was this tough? I just got a dremel and am working on first sanding and spray painting it red, but then I must get to the tough part.
What did you exactly have to do? I haven't really gave that part any thought yet.
1) File down the bottom left standoff of the bottom case to the appropriate height.
2) Snip off the one and only standoff of the top cover
3) Make an adapter that goes from teensy USB to the 4 pin USB of the breakout board on the case. OR, drill a hole in the case to attach a USB cable directly to the teensy.
Thanks WFD! First two seem very simple, but would you have a further in dept guide on number 3? I'd greatly appreciate it. I'm terrible with wires and what not.
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I'll probably post how to make that adapter when we get closer to phantom assembly. There's a time a place for that, and so it won't be in this thread. Don't want to derail a CM thread.
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I'll probably post how to make that adapter when we get closer to phantom assembly. There's a time a place for that, and so it won't be in this thread. Don't want to derail a CM thread.
Yeah.. I didn't mean for you to post it in here.
Back on topic.
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Oh God, a white QFR. I want one!
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are these new covers going to have that rubber coating that i hate so much?.
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are these new covers going to have that rubber coating that i hate so much?.
Thank you! - I had a question the other day and didn't bother to ask it. Then I came back but forgot what that question was all about. LOL - You read my forgotten memories :-)
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are these new covers going to have that rubber coating that i hate so much?.
Thank you! - I had a question the other day and didn't bother to ask it. Then I came back but forgot what that question was all about. LOL - You read my forgotten memories :-)
lol really? I thought it was the selling point. Though personally I don't own a QFR but based on the ones I've saw I thought they were kinda cool and feels kinda nice :P
I guess it's a love or hate kind of feature eh.
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That's just great.
Let us all pay for those who messed up so big.
It can be called aftermarket, I guess.
As it turns out, you should at least give them a bonus. They deserve it.
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That's just great.
Let us all pay for those who messed up so big.
It can be called aftermarket, I guess.
As it turns out, you should at least give them a bonus. They deserve it.
gigi what are you referring to?
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Awesome thanks for the info.
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coool, finally my qfr with blues will be rebranded.
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That's just great.
Let us all pay for those who messed up so big.
It can be called aftermarket, I guess.
As it turns out, you should at least give them a bonus. They deserve it.
gigi what are you referring to?
I'm so puzzled as to why would people enthusiastically pay to replace a graffiti case made by the same company.
This business model just baffles me.
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Still no word on EU availability? Even if I'd be fine with paying the US -> Norway shipping costs the store won't let me order from outside of NA, so I'd have to get a proxy for it. Might as well try getting a second hand one.
Same here...I d love to get one but I need a US proxy.
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Oh and as for a painting guide........I can look into this.
We work with a lot of modders and getting their feedback will be crucial to us creating a guide since we want it done from the experts.
Perhaps instead of selling lots of colors, you could just sell a paint ready model. Something that is primed and ready for the end user to spray paint or whatever. Maybe put up a nice tutorial video on how to get the best results
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That's just great.
Let us all pay for those who messed up so big.
It can be called aftermarket, I guess.
As it turns out, you should at least give them a bonus. They deserve it.
gigi what are you referring to?
I'm so puzzled as to why would people enthusiastically pay to replace a graffiti case made by the same company.
This business model just baffles me.
To answer your question, this is to help customers with existing units to replace without purchasing a brand new keyboard. All future keyboards will have the branding removed. Having our products with logos and branding was not a mistake... we just listened to feedback and offered an alternative to purchasing the new keyboards.
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That's just great.
Let us all pay for those who messed up so big.
It can be called aftermarket, I guess.
As it turns out, you should at least give them a bonus. They deserve it.
gigi what are you referring to?
I'm so puzzled as to why would people enthusiastically pay to replace a graffiti case made by the same company.
This business model just baffles me.
To answer your question, this is to help customers with existing units to replace without purchasing a brand new keyboard. All future keyboards will have the branding removed. Having our products with logos and branding was not a mistake... we just listened to feedback and offered an alternative to purchasing the new keyboards.
There's only one way I could ever forgive you:
do a mechanically very good aluminium case (bottom+front),
use buried screws, like men,
price it so that you won't get rich overnight and
refrain from using logos.
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That's just great.
Let us all pay for those who messed up so big.
It can be called aftermarket, I guess.
As it turns out, you should at least give them a bonus. They deserve it.
gigi what are you referring to?
I'm so puzzled as to why would people enthusiastically pay to replace a graffiti case made by the same company.
This business model just baffles me.
To answer your question, this is to help customers with existing units to replace without purchasing a brand new keyboard. All future keyboards will have the branding removed. Having our products with logos and branding was not a mistake... we just listened to feedback and offered an alternative to purchasing the new keyboards.
There's only one way I could ever forgive you:
do a mechanically very good aluminium case (bottom+front),
use buried screws, like men,
price it so that you won't get rich overnight and
refrain from using logos.
this.
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Just got mine today. The little tool is awesome!
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do a mechanically very good aluminium case (bottom+front),
use buried screws, like men,
price it so that you won't get rich overnight and
refrain from using logos.
You kidding me? Metal cases are for a very niche market because the cost associated with it. It's not something that is meant for mass production of mainstream products, which is what CM is mainly going for. You want a keyboard with metal case, then look into the Korean keyboards with a $400 price tag. You want something, pay for it... like men.
lol I don't think CM needs your forgiving.
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do a mechanically very good aluminium case (bottom+front),
use buried screws, like men,
price it so that you won't get rich overnight and
refrain from using logos.
You kidding me? Metal cases are for a very niche market because the cost associated with it. It's not something that is meant for mass production of mainstream products, which is what CM is mainly going for. You want a keyboard with metal case, then look into the Korean keyboards with a $400 price tag. You want something, pay for it... like men.
lol I don't think CM needs your forgiving.
Yes, I can totally see CM bending over backwards to appease a tiny handful of people with utterly insane demands and zero manufacturing experience.
And obviously based on their sales volume they totally need the forgiveness of said same group. I mean it's not like they're selling keyboards by the thousands to everybody and their cousin, right?
But hey, there isn't a single business out there that doesn't want to lose money catering to a few people who make insane demands and then whine about the price and refuse to buy it if and when they are met, right?
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That's just great.
Let us all pay for those who messed up so big.
It can be called aftermarket, I guess.
As it turns out, you should at least give them a bonus. They deserve it.
gigi what are you referring to?
I'm so puzzled as to why would people enthusiastically pay to replace a graffiti case made by the same company.
This business model just baffles me.
I gladly ordered two despite already having the "unbranded" cases, because it means I can try painting and modifying them without fear of destroying my whole case.
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I gladly ordered two despite already having the "unbranded" cases, because it means I can try painting and modifying them without fear of destroying my whole case.
I'm still debating. The gray stock case matches the GoW set I got from T really well. Much better than I thought it would. Like spot on matches. And I definitely don't want white.
Might buy a keyboard and case and build a Wyse special to sell though. (The DCS profile keycaps actually are very comfortable on the QFR. Just don't match it so well.)
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do a mechanically very good aluminium case (bottom+front),
use buried screws, like men,
price it so that you won't get rich overnight and
refrain from using logos.
You kidding me? Metal cases are for a very niche market because the cost associated with it. It's not something that is meant for mass production of mainstream products, which is what CM is mainly going for. You want a keyboard with metal case, then look into the Korean keyboards with a $400 price tag. You want something, pay for it... like men.
lol I don't think CM needs your forgiving.
Yes, I can totally see CM bending over backwards to appease a tiny handful of people with utterly insane demands and zero manufacturing experience.
And obviously based on their sales volume they totally need the forgiveness of said same group. I mean it's not like they're selling keyboards by the thousands to everybody and their cousin, right?
But hey, there isn't a single business out there that doesn't want to lose money catering to a few people who make insane demands and then whine about the price and refuse to buy it if and when they are met, right?
Good for you. The economy needs spin. Especially Asian.
Ofc I'm just one individual to please, just like you. If something doesn't please me (and don't care enough) I just look elsewhere, like men.
"Insane" is a misplaced term here. Goods are just goods. Paying 20$ for a top cover which undoes a mistake may look insane to some though. (And yes, I'm very well aware that value is not price.)
I wonder when... say Corsair... will have a Kxyz model with an full aluminium case.
The niche will be broken and world will shatter into pieces.
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Good for you. The economy needs spin. Especially Asian.
Ofc I'm just one individual to please, just like you. If something doesn't please me (and don't care enough) I just look elsewhere, like men.
"Insane" is a misplaced term here. Goods are just goods. Paying 20$ for a top cover which undoes a mistake may look insane to some though. (And yes, I'm very well aware that value is not price.)
I wonder when... say Corsair... will have a Kxyz model with an full aluminium case.
The niche will be broken and world will shatter into pieces.
kyxz model? whats that?
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do a mechanically very good aluminium case (bottom+front),
use buried screws, like men,
price it so that you won't get rich overnight and
refrain from using logos.
You kidding me? Metal cases are for a very niche market because the cost associated with it. It's not something that is meant for mass production of mainstream products, which is what CM is mainly going for. You want a keyboard with metal case, then look into the Korean keyboards with a $400 price tag. You want something, pay for it... like men.
lol I don't think CM needs your forgiving.
Yes, I can totally see CM bending over backwards to appease a tiny handful of people with utterly insane demands and zero manufacturing experience.
And obviously based on their sales volume they totally need the forgiveness of said same group. I mean it's not like they're selling keyboards by the thousands to everybody and their cousin, right?
But hey, there isn't a single business out there that doesn't want to lose money catering to a few people who make insane demands and then whine about the price and refuse to buy it if and when they are met, right?
Good for you. The economy needs spin. Especially Asian.
Ofc I'm just one individual to please, just like you. If something doesn't please me (and don't care enough) I just look elsewhere, like men.
"Insane" is a misplaced term here. Goods are just goods. Paying 20$ for a top cover which undoes a mistake may look insane to some though. (And yes, I'm very well aware that value is not price.)
I wonder when... say Corsair... will have a Kxyz model with an full aluminium case.
The niche will be broken and world will shatter into pieces.
Corsair has an aluminum case Cherry MX Red keybaord if that is what you are after
http://www.corsair.com/us/gaming-peripherals/gaming-keyboards/vengeance-k60-performance-fps-mechanical-gaming-keyboard.html
Personally, I don't see why you are so upset at CM. It isn't like they sent unbranded cases to reviewers and tricked people into buying the branded ones. When people complained, they changed the stock case and keys and offered unbranded cases for people who knowingly bought branded ones.
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do a mechanically very good aluminium case (bottom+front),
use buried screws, like men,
price it so that you won't get rich overnight and
refrain from using logos.
You kidding me? Metal cases are for a very niche market because the cost associated with it. It's not something that is meant for mass production of mainstream products, which is what CM is mainly going for. You want a keyboard with metal case, then look into the Korean keyboards with a $400 price tag. You want something, pay for it... like men.
lol I don't think CM needs your forgiving.
Yes, I can totally see CM bending over backwards to appease a tiny handful of people with utterly insane demands and zero manufacturing experience.
And obviously based on their sales volume they totally need the forgiveness of said same group. I mean it's not like they're selling keyboards by the thousands to everybody and their cousin, right?
But hey, there isn't a single business out there that doesn't want to lose money catering to a few people who make insane demands and then whine about the price and refuse to buy it if and when they are met, right?
Good for you. The economy needs spin. Especially Asian.
Ofc I'm just one individual to please, just like you. If something doesn't please me (and don't care enough) I just look elsewhere, like men.
"Insane" is a misplaced term here. Goods are just goods. Paying 20$ for a top cover which undoes a mistake may look insane to some though. (And yes, I'm very well aware that value is not price.)
I wonder when... say Corsair... will have a Kxyz model with an full aluminium case.
The niche will be broken and world will shatter into pieces.
For the record, there are a lot of people who don't mind the branding, compared to those that disliked it.
I'm sure as market demand grows for mechanical keyboards, companies will be more willing to risk going into niche models.
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do a mechanically very good aluminium case (bottom+front),
use buried screws, like men,
price it so that you won't get rich overnight and
refrain from using logos.
You kidding me? Metal cases are for a very niche market because the cost associated with it. It's not something that is meant for mass production of mainstream products, which is what CM is mainly going for. You want a keyboard with metal case, then look into the Korean keyboards with a $400 price tag. You want something, pay for it... like men.
lol I don't think CM needs your forgiving.
Yes, I can totally see CM bending over backwards to appease a tiny handful of people with utterly insane demands and zero manufacturing experience.
And obviously based on their sales volume they totally need the forgiveness of said same group. I mean it's not like they're selling keyboards by the thousands to everybody and their cousin, right?
But hey, there isn't a single business out there that doesn't want to lose money catering to a few people who make insane demands and then whine about the price and refuse to buy it if and when they are met, right?
Good for you. The economy needs spin. Especially Asian.
Ofc I'm just one individual to please, just like you. If something doesn't please me (and don't care enough) I just look elsewhere, like men.
"Insane" is a misplaced term here. Goods are just goods. Paying 20$ for a top cover which undoes a mistake may look insane to some though. (And yes, I'm very well aware that value is not price.)
I wonder when... say Corsair... will have a Kxyz model with an full aluminium case.
The niche will be broken and world will shatter into pieces.
For the record, there are a lot of people who don't mind the branding, compared to those that disliked it.
I'm sure as market demand grows for mechanical keyboards, companies will be more willing to risk going into niche models.
WE WANT THE RAZER AUDIENCE
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gigibecali :-[
Dis' guy is OBSESSED with MEN
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gigibecali :-[
Dis' guy is OBSESSED with MEN
ummm... yeah... sure... you know I am :)
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These are on sale at the CMStorm online store for $10 right now and I was giving some thought to ordering one... Until I noticed the cheapest shipping option was $11. It's a little rough when we're being charged more for shipping than the cost of the product. :/
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These are on sale at the CMStorm online store for $10 right now and I was giving some thought to ordering one... Until I noticed the cheapest shipping option was $11. It's a little rough when we're being charged more for shipping than the cost of the product. :/
That's why you buy 4 of them then it's not so bad!
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These are on sale at the CMStorm online store for $10 right now and I was giving some thought to ordering one... Until I noticed the cheapest shipping option was $11. It's a little rough when we're being charged more for shipping than the cost of the product. :/
^^ Agreed. I was about to order one or possibly two but shipping is just too much >.<
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So these are rubber coated or no?
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So these are rubber coated or no?
Yes. The color is very thin rubbery coating over black plastic.
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Are there any updates on when CM may sell a white replacement case?
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So these are rubber coated or no?
Yes. The color is very thin rubbery coating over black plastic.
Yeah, the corners of mine started to wear off with normal usage. Pretty disappointing :(
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See I don't know how people manage to scuff up the sides of their keyboards :( Do you carry yours around? Nothing's ever touching the sides of my keyboard when it's on my desk. A mousepad on the right side, some distance away... and that's it.
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The ones I keep on my desk look like new as well. But the one I carried in my backpack (inside the padded laptop sleeve compartment) showed wear on the corners after two or three trips to work. If I take them anywhere now, I put them inside the foam sleeve, back inside the original packaging, and toss the entire box in my backpack.
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Yeah, but the person above me said "with normal usage", which generally implies sitting on the desk. I understand about carrying a keyboard around will result in cosmetic damage, but I definitely see people remarking that keyboards get scuffed while just sitting on their desks (mostly on OCN).
Edit in response to below: piles of stuff around the keyboard?
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I really don't know how they got scuffed up. It was my work board, and never left my desk...going to sell it soon anyways as its been replaced with a Filco, but it was annoying to see scuffs after a couple of weeks and knowing that I wasn't rough with it.
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Do you guys know any coupons code or anything to save on the shipping on the cover? Shipping is just as much as the cover.. That's just crazy.
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Do you guys know any coupons code or anything to save on the shipping on the cover? Shipping is just as much as the cover.. That's just crazy.
What would you consider to be a fair price for one cover shipped?
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You can get it shipped via USPS Priority mail for $6.51 in a nice box with plenty of bubble wrap. The weight can easily be just under 1lb altogether. (I know because I just shipped one of those covers--painted). Businesses probably get better shipping discounts, so they should probably be able to ship it for around $5? I don't know if they get any bulk deals.
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$6.51 seems fair... But shipping a piece of light plastic, business discount, and shipping domestic that cost more than the product isn't.
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$6.51 seems fair... But shipping a piece of light plastic, business discount on shipping , and shipping domestic that cost more than the product isn't. I was willing to order 2 and even 3 if I can get any coupon codes to work but failed >.<
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You can get it shipped via USPS Priority mail for $6.51 in a nice box with plenty of bubble wrap. The weight can easily be just under 1lb altogether. (I know because I just shipped one of those covers--painted). Businesses probably get better shipping discounts, so they should probably be able to ship it for around $5? I don't know if they get any bulk deals.
Shipping is over $10 for me here in Texas for whatever reason. It's what's been putting me off from ordering one.
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I just did some weighing...
top cover: 2.8oz
empty QFR box: 9.4oz
top cover inside a QFR box: 12.2oz
Being under 13oz, it qualifies for First-Class mail, which would be a flat rate in the U.S. based on weight, regardless of distance.
Cost would be $3.77 for a 13oz First-Class Parcel at the post office. I could be even cheaper if a lighter box is used, or if shipping label is paid and printed at home.
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I just did some weighing...
top cover: 2.8oz
empty QFR box: 9.4oz
top cover inside a QFR box: 12.2oz
Being under 13oz, it qualifies for First-Class mail, which would be a flat rate in the U.S. based on weight, regardless of distance.
Cost would be $3.77 for a 13oz First-Class Parcel at the post office. I could be even cheaper if a lighter box is used, or if shipping label is paid and printed at home.
Does the box size not matter when calculating shipping??
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I hope Rajiv can help and give a fair shipping. Only thing holding me back from ordering it
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I hope Rajiv can help and give a fair shipping. Only thing holding me back from ordering it
I think I'm going to pass unless shipping is cheaper as well. I don't want to pay more for the shipping than the cost of the actual product.
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How much total would you guys be looking to pay for these including shipping??
I've got 4 of them sitting at home brand new unopened in a box from coolermaster.
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How much total would you guys be looking to pay for these including shipping??
I've got 4 of them sitting at home brand new unopened in a box from coolermaster.
If you got a black one I'd grab it off you and pay 5 for shipping. Lmk!
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How much total would you guys be looking to pay for these including shipping??
I've got 4 of them sitting at home brand new unopened in a box from coolermaster.
If you got a black one I'd grab it off you and pay 5 for shipping. Lmk!
So your offering $10 + $5 shipping right?
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How much total would you guys be looking to pay for these including shipping??
I've got 4 of them sitting at home brand new unopened in a box from coolermaster.
If you got a black one I'd grab it off you and pay 5 for shipping. Lmk!
So your offering $10 + $5 shipping right?
If you've got a second black one I could do the same. I'm considering another keyboard though, and If I end up selling this one to the person who is interested I may have to pass though.
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Yes, $15 shipped conus for the black qfr top cover.
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Yes, $15 shipped conus for the black qfr top cover.
Ok I'll think about it.
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-____- you got four! Can't hook a brother up?! Smh
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-____- you got four! Can't hook a brother up?! Smh
To be fair, its not like hes making much if anything if it sells it like that.
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-____- you got four! Can't hook a brother up?! Smh
To be fair, its not like hes making much if anything if it sells it like that.
I figure they costs me about $13 a piece divided out amongst the 4 when you factor in shipping.
And I'm still undecided what I want to do with them. My plan was to sacrifice them for keyboard science to get a decent top to go with my phantom.
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-____- you got four! Can't hook a brother up?! Smh
To be fair, its not like hes making much if anything if it sells it like that.
To be fair, I thought this is a community that brings enthusiast keyboards like us together and help one another out. I didn't know everything revolves on making a profit.
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-____- you got four! Can't hook a brother up?! Smh
To be fair, its not like hes making much if anything if it sells it like that.
I figure they costs me about $13 a piece divided out amongst the 4 when you factor in shipping.
And I'm still undecided what I want to do with them. My plan was to sacrifice them for keyboard science to get a decent top to go with my phantom.
No problem=] shoot me a pm if you decide to let it go. Thanks for the opportunity!
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-____- you got four! Can't hook a brother up?! Smh
To be fair, its not like hes making much if anything if it sells it like that.
To be fair, I thought this is a community that brings enthusiast keyboards like us together and help one another out. I didn't know everything revolves on making a profit.
Well if he didn't give us a number of ~$13 shipped, I would have assumed he was losing money. These are normally $20 without shipping. And you also have to consider that he has to take his time and gas out to go and ship the package. Willing to help someone without it costing you anything is one thing, paying out of your pocket is another.
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-____- you got four! Can't hook a brother up?! Smh
To be fair, its not like hes making much if anything if it sells it like that.
To be fair, I thought this is a community that brings enthusiast keyboards like us together and help one another out. I didn't know everything revolves on making a profit.
Well if he didn't give us a number of ~$13 shipped, I would have assumed he was losing money. These are normally $20 without shipping. And you also have to consider that he has to take his time and gas out to go and ship the package. Willing to help someone without it costing you anything is one thing, paying out of your pocket is another.
Just to be clear these costs me ~$13/each by buying 4 at a time from coolermaster.
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-____- you got four! Can't hook a brother up?! Smh
To be fair, its not like hes making much if anything if it sells it like that.
To be fair, I thought this is a community that brings enthusiast keyboards like us together and help one another out. I didn't know everything revolves on making a profit.
Well if he didn't give us a number of ~$13 shipped, I would have assumed he was losing money. These are normally $20 without shipping. And you also have to consider that he has to take his time and gas out to go and ship the package. Willing to help someone without it costing you anything is one thing, paying out of your pocket is another.
IF he wanted to sell it for profit or lost it's not your decision. I ASSUME he posted on the post to help a fellow GH member out. I shipped some 55G springs today for how much I paid for if anything I lost a dollar on shipping. "not including the time and gas it took me to ship it out to him." But it's safe to ASSUME that your priority is what benefits yourself. obviously you joined this community for other reasons than mine. No hard feelings, that's your life, you live it. I offered how much i am willing to pay and if he wants to move forward with it he can.
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Any chance of shipping to uk?