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Title: [SKAM] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: FrostyToast on Wed, 01 April 2015, 19:16:16
GH61 MODULE KIT ROUND 1
(http://puu.sh/gYiFS/798a0a8322.jpg)
Extra Renders:
More
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More
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Info
Warning: This module can only be used if soldered on to the original GH60 as it does not have its own discrete controller. Other PCBs may work as well.
You may be wondering what exactly this module kit is all about and it is fairly simple.
Many people just can't have enough keys on their keyboard so I have come up with the perfect solution.
However, let's not go crazy here. People don't need a million extra keys on their board.
I started thinking, "What if we added just one key to the GH60?"
And that is when the idea of the GH61 module kit came to me. I just knew that it was the most brilliant innovation since Cherry RealKey.

Components
The PCB we are going to be using is a brand new PCB from winkeyless.kr (http://winkeyless.kr) called the "B.1"
This is a fully programmable single key PCB that can do whatever the user wants it to do.

The front of the case has has an iconic "GH" engraving.
The case will be made of 6061 aluminum which will have SUPER ANODIZATION in silver, grey, red, black, sifo spirit blue, sifo soul pink and dank green.
There will also be a cutout for a brass insert which will add extra weight to the module.
At the back of the case there is a cutout for wire management to route your wires through.

Since people may be worried about the rigidity of the module we need to produce an adequate plate that will prevent flexing of the PCB.
Included in this kit is the very first 5mm stainless steel switch plate which is built into the case which also allows for switch top removal.
This is the absolute thickest plate that has ever been on the market and according to Cherry specifications it is the thickest plate you can possibly make.

As a bonus, the secret Project Zealio mystery item (whatever that is...) will be included gratis in the kit.

Price Breakdown
PCB - $15
Case - $35
Insert - $20
Project Zealio - $0
Optional Assembly - $5
Total - $75

Shipping Prices:
North America - $10
International - $15

PM me if you are interested in joining.
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 01 April 2015, 19:38:47
TL;DR
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: Photekq on Wed, 01 April 2015, 19:45:36
Try harder.
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: DrHubblePhD on Wed, 01 April 2015, 19:46:46
This looks like a great idea. The design looks slick  :cool:
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: FrostyToast on Wed, 01 April 2015, 19:46:58
Try harder.

H8r.
Get out.
My thread my rules.
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: Photekq on Wed, 01 April 2015, 19:47:23
My thread my rules.
This is my thread.
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: FrostyToast on Wed, 01 April 2015, 19:49:53
My thread my rules.
This is my thread.
(http://images6.fanpop.com/image/photos/32600000/-Were-you-dropped-on-your-head-as-an-infant-or-just-born-stupid-emma-stone-32659443-500-269.gif)
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 01 April 2015, 19:51:37
no blue no buy
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: FrostyToast on Wed, 01 April 2015, 19:53:26
no blue no buy
My bad. I fixed the OP for you.
super anodizing in silver, grey, red, black, sifo spirit blue, sifo soul pink and dank green.

Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: Photekq on Wed, 01 April 2015, 19:56:15
Show Image
(http://images6.fanpop.com/image/photos/32600000/-Were-you-dropped-on-your-head-as-an-infant-or-just-born-stupid-emma-stone-32659443-500-269.gif)

I'm incapable of reading gifs, sorry.
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: FrostyToast on Wed, 01 April 2015, 19:57:15
Show Image
(http://images6.fanpop.com/image/photos/32600000/-Were-you-dropped-on-your-head-as-an-infant-or-just-born-stupid-emma-stone-32659443-500-269.gif)

I'm incapable of reading gifs, sorry.
You're incapable of everything.
You made a custom case for the Phantom.
SMH.
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: sethk_ on Wed, 01 April 2015, 20:01:14
I am up for one, but only if you are charging more than its worth!
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 01 April 2015, 20:02:37
Can you guarantee there will be unforseen delays and that this buy will take at least 3 years?
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: DrHubblePhD on Wed, 01 April 2015, 20:03:42
Can you guarantee there will be unforseen delays and that this buy will take at least 3 years?
http://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/314w5e/sogb_gh61_module_kit/
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: FrostyToast on Wed, 01 April 2015, 20:04:20
Can you guarantee there will be unforseen delays and that this buy will take at least 3 years?
Read this post (http://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/314w5e/sogb_gh61_module_kit/cpyf332) I made on Reddit.
I cannot guarantee a 3 year production lead time, however I will try.
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: exitfire401 on Wed, 01 April 2015, 20:04:40
Can you guarantee that no matter what, I will always come into the thread and see whining about how things are taking to long whether there are updates or not?
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: FrostyToast on Wed, 01 April 2015, 20:07:13
WAHHH! I GIANT BABBY! WHY HASN'T THIS STARTED YET. THIS TAKING TOO LONG.
I'm in the hospital right now. Send me a PM and maybe I will reply to it. Due to my rare condition my fingers cramp up whenever I click on the messages page.
However, I can still actively post everywhere else.
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 01 April 2015, 20:09:00
WAHHH! I GIANT BABBY! WHY HASN'T THIS STARTED YET. THIS TAKING TOO LONG.
I'm in the hospital right now. Send me a PM and maybe I will reply to it. Due to my rare condition my fingers cramp up whenever I click on the messages page.
However, I can still actively post everywhere else.

Dude, I think your quote messed up.   :confused:
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: pasph on Thu, 02 April 2015, 06:22:06
GH60?
And also who is Ripster?
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: JaccoW on Thu, 02 April 2015, 06:34:40
What if I just want the case + insert to use it as a showpiece?

Also;
THIS HAD BETTER NOT BE AN APRIL FOOLS JOKE! WE ARE NOW WELL INTO APRIL 2ND HERE IN EUROPE AND I WILL NOT TOLERATE ANY TOMFOOLERY BY YOU LACKADAISICAL AMERICANS!!!
(http://i.imgur.com/5dh8XyZ.png)
Title: Re: [GB] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: FrostyToast on Thu, 02 April 2015, 07:07:18
What if I just want the case + insert to use it as a showpiece?

Also;
THIS HAD BETTER NOT BE AN APRIL FOOLS JOKE! WE ARE NOW WELL INTO APRIL 2ND HERE IN EUROPE AND I WILL NOT TOLERATE ANY TOMFOOLERY BY YOU LACKADAISICAL AMERICANS!!!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/5dh8XyZ.png)


It's actually not an April Fools joke.
It is however a total skam. I am planning to run off with all of the money I have collected and I'm going to join Reddit, the best keyboard community in the world.
Title: Re: [SKAM] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: JaccoW on Thu, 02 April 2015, 07:37:45
:'(
Title: Re: [SKAM] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: DrHubblePhD on Thu, 02 April 2015, 07:40:22
:'(

lol if you actually want one I can spend more than 5 minutes on the design  :p
Title: Re: [SKAM] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: JaccoW on Thu, 02 April 2015, 08:22:38
:'(
lol if you actually want one I can spend more than 5 minutes on the design  :p
:D

Lol yeah, it's cool. But then again I guess that would be a whole lot more than just $35. :P
Title: Re: [SKAM] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: azhdar on Thu, 02 April 2015, 08:26:01
Payment sent, looking forward to it.
Title: Re: [SKAM] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: JaccoW on Thu, 02 April 2015, 08:33:38
Payment sent, looking forward to it.
I will double azhdar's amount to have it sent to me.
Title: Re: [SKAM] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: JPG on Thu, 02 April 2015, 08:34:46
Since this is so awesome, is it possible to buy 60 of them, link them together and use a teensy as a controller?


Maybe add some "notches" to link each module with another one on each direction?


And with each it's own back lighting for sure!
Title: Re: [SKAM] GH61 Module Kit
Post by: JaccoW on Thu, 02 April 2015, 08:43:03
Since this is so awesome, is it possible to buy 60 of them, link them together and use a teensy as a controller?


Maybe add some "notches" to link each module with another one on each direction?

And with each it's own back lighting for sure!
RGB LEDs and a buttom randomizer. Perhaps linked by magnets!
I like how you think.