Post by: yuktsi on Tue, 03 November 2015, 08:04:28
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I will share about the my findings from samples made of different aluminum, i.e. Alcoa Mic 6, 6061 and 7075, some comparisons and why I decided to use 7075 for the next batch, some major improvements over the last run (such as the wrapping issues, the gap, the finishing of the brass, etc.), changes in design, price of the kit and delivery period.
The groupbuy should start next week if nothing goes wrong, in order to have the board delivered before Christmas. Stay tuned!
Material selection
(http://i.imgur.com/S486dBI.jpg)
from top: 6061, Mic 6, 7075
6061 is one of the most common aluminum alloys used for Korean keyboard, being economical, reasonably high strength and easy to machine. While 7075 does offer a much better mechanical properties compared to 6061, but many do agree that the additional strength is not needed for the usage of mechanical keyboard case. Alcoa Mic 6 on the hand, is best known for its good stress relieving properties, commonly used to machine parts that require high accuracy.
tl;dr
- stregth
7075 > 6061 > Mic 6
- price
Mic 6 >> 7075 > 6061
To determine the aesthetic appeal of different materials, all 3 materials went through the same process of machining, sandblasting and hard anodizing (35 micron). The major differences in the final products are the color and surface smoothness.
- Color
(http://i.imgur.com/EsvuXj6.jpg)
from left: 7075, Mic 6, 6061
- Surface smoothness
(http://i.imgur.com/fKudZzz.jpg)
7075
(http://i.imgur.com/7b6D1ib.jpg)
6061
(http://i.imgur.com/DBZVbW8.jpg)
Mic 6
Taking aesthetic appeal, price and strength into consideration, 7075 will be used in the next groupbuy.
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Improvements
- Gap
(http://i.imgur.com/AnMvHZi.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hgnaysP.jpg)
It is much more appealing than round 1. Although no one has made a complain about the gap, but it does bother me a lot.
- Brass finishing
(http://i.imgur.com/t4TZOKn.jpg)
mirror finish
(http://i.imgur.com/FdqASVT.jpg)
normal buffing
(http://i.imgur.com/rMQyrch.jpg)
electro nickel plating
The brass for CE will be electro nickel plated. I have not decided on what kind surface to go for thought (sandblast or mirror polish)
- wrapping issue
(http://i.imgur.com/Jwz2El6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/1l4w9pW.jpg)
As you can see form the photos, the top part lies flatly even though it is not screwed to the bottom case.
- Anodize color variation
As much as I want a perfect anodize for CE, unfortunately it is not possible. What I can do is only to minimize the color variation.
(http://i.imgur.com/vVRr6RZ.jpg)
mic 6 sample. To give you an idea, the above variation in color is not acceptable.
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Changes in design
(http://i.imgur.com/e2OLmsY.jpg)
thinner border
(http://i.imgur.com/DP97f5W.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0QbVc4B.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/A3baMQp.jpg)
the usb hole
(http://i.imgur.com/c4Ufn1a.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rlnTzMs.jpg)
this is something i learnt from the OTD board. The mounting point of the plate. The plated is mounted at an very small angle, to reduce the contract surface with the case for maximum "thock"
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Specifications:
- Full aluminum 7075 case
- 8 degrees slope
- Electro nickel coated brass weight
- Plate material: aluminum
- Support 84 and 86/87 layout
- ISO and ANSI
- A87U PCB
- Fully Programmable
- Full LED backlighting
- Controller parts are pre-soldered
- Only 25 sets
Blue grey, pink, black(hard anodize) and olive green(hard anodize)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/521/20076196715_44cb133c4f_k.jpg)
blue grey
(http://i.imgur.com/dt7PPua.jpg)
pink. photo by filphil
(http://i.imgur.com/WC8B3eo.jpg)
olive green
Price:
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 03 November 2015, 08:05:00
Post by: Malicium on Tue, 03 November 2015, 08:06:51
Post by: whmeltonjr on Tue, 03 November 2015, 08:07:33
Post by: clochette on Tue, 03 November 2015, 08:23:19
and a winkey option :p
Post by: tuantruong on Tue, 03 November 2015, 08:29:35
RIP wallet. :-X
Post by: ntitco1 on Tue, 03 November 2015, 08:32:13
Post by: trees on Tue, 03 November 2015, 08:39:41
Post by: asdfjkl36 on Tue, 03 November 2015, 08:43:12
Merry Christmas to mee :cool:
Post by: HekusuTekusu on Tue, 03 November 2015, 08:46:54
Post by: mathiasn on Tue, 03 November 2015, 08:55:48
:thumb: :thumb:
Post by: Firebolt1914 on Tue, 03 November 2015, 09:32:22
Post by: jbondeson on Tue, 03 November 2015, 09:34:48
Post by: Delirious on Tue, 03 November 2015, 09:46:49
This is begging for an Alps PCB and Plate option!
I second this sentiment.
If not I'm still interested in cherry board. I would also like to know what's your timeline on with the current Jane GB and how it will interact with this buy?
Post by: justnits on Tue, 03 November 2015, 10:00:12
Post by: gadzkun on Tue, 03 November 2015, 10:19:54
but dam my wallet already get hacked :(
so many good GB this month
Post by: yuktsi on Tue, 03 November 2015, 10:26:49
the current groupbuy had all been delivered.This is begging for an Alps PCB and Plate option!
I second this sentiment.
If not I'm still interested in cherry board. I would also like to know what's your timeline on with the current Jane GB and how it will interact with this buy?
except for those who opted for assembly services from Yong
but Yong is finishing his work by week too.
my plan is to have the second round shipped out 2 week before Christmas.
Post by: ika on Tue, 03 November 2015, 10:29:08
Post by: zzyjayfree on Tue, 03 November 2015, 10:30:06
Post by: yuktsi on Tue, 03 November 2015, 10:30:13
This is begging for an Alps PCB and Plate option!no plan for alps for the coming groupbuy
but we are developing our own pcb
we will offer alps once that is ready :))
Post by: Photekq on Tue, 03 November 2015, 10:30:32
Post by: romevi on Tue, 03 November 2015, 10:32:12
Kinda bummed I didn't just wait. Didn't realize the improved version would arrive so fast. Ah, well. At least others can enjoy the board sooner.
yuktsi, do you know if the acrylic layer will be offered this time around? That would probably be the only thing that would make me join Round 2.
Post by: jbondeson on Tue, 03 November 2015, 10:34:39
no plan for alps for the coming groupbuy
:'(
but we are developing our own pcb:blank:
we will offer alps once that is ready :)):eek: :cool:
Now the question is: will the future pcb/plate be compatible with this case design?
Post by: azhdar on Tue, 03 November 2015, 10:46:26
Will there be an ISO plate this round?
:thumb: :thumb:
curious about it too.
Post by: Firebolt1914 on Tue, 03 November 2015, 11:04:35
Post by: yuktsi on Tue, 03 November 2015, 11:12:58
How many keyboards are to be sold in this GB?That's something that I will need to talk to the factory tmr. Hopefully 20 or 25 would be great.
With the exchange rate of myr vs usd, I'm hoping the price will be the same as the previous run, but using a better material and harder anodize. I want the brass weight to be sent for surface treatment too.
Let's just hope for the best.
Post by: Steezus on Tue, 03 November 2015, 11:19:05
How many keyboards are to be sold in this GB?That's something that I will need to talk to the factory tmr. Hopefully 20 or 25 would be great.
With the exchange rate of myr vs usd, I'm hoping the price will be the same as the previous run, but using a better material and harder anodize. I want the brass weight to be sent for surface treatment too.
Let's just hope for the best.
Sounds great, will there be more anondization color options? I've always loved sky blue but just may need to grab a titanium one if not.
Post by: Data on Tue, 03 November 2015, 11:46:12
Post by: Armagedda on Tue, 03 November 2015, 15:03:11
Will be monitoring this space keenly.
If there is an option for pink anodizing then I'll be very happy.
Post by: Firebolt1914 on Tue, 03 November 2015, 15:06:26
Post by: scubaste on Tue, 03 November 2015, 15:06:43
Post by: GL1TCH3D on Tue, 03 November 2015, 15:16:48
Post by: MEEPhouse on Tue, 03 November 2015, 15:17:11
Post by: romevi on Tue, 03 November 2015, 15:24:29
Add an option for a case that fits topre? =O
yuktsi, have you considered making an aluminum Realforce case?
Post by: saturnotaku on Tue, 03 November 2015, 15:58:25
and a winkey option :p
Would be interested in this as well.
Post by: retrochick on Tue, 03 November 2015, 16:13:19
Post by: HekusuTekusu on Tue, 03 November 2015, 16:14:14
Edit : I couldn't read properly.
Post by: logomachy on Tue, 03 November 2015, 16:32:27
Post by: asdfjkl36 on Tue, 03 November 2015, 16:45:05
My main interest at the moment is the colors that will be offered.
Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 03 November 2015, 19:16:35
Post by: Dreamre on Tue, 03 November 2015, 19:23:35
Post by: GhostofHarry on Tue, 03 November 2015, 19:43:19
Post by: bocahgundul on Tue, 03 November 2015, 20:38:23
Post by: just on Tue, 03 November 2015, 20:41:53
Post by: Sed8op8 on Tue, 03 November 2015, 20:47:18
Post by: csnickba on Wed, 04 November 2015, 03:38:51
More anondized color options would be amazing. Also I finally have the money to get in on something like this, here's to hoping I do if this goes through.How many keyboards are to be sold in this GB?That's something that I will need to talk to the factory tmr. Hopefully 20 or 25 would be great.
With the exchange rate of myr vs usd, I'm hoping the price will be the same as the previous run, but using a better material and harder anodize. I want the brass weight to be sent for surface treatment too.
Let's just hope for the best.
Sounds great, will there be more anondization color options? I've always loved sky blue but just may need to grab a titanium one if not.
Post by: yuktsi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 06:31:25
Will there be an ISO plate this round?
:thumb: :thumb:
ISO will be availableWill there be an ISO plate this round?
:thumb: :thumb:
curious about it too.
Post by: QuickDelat on Wed, 04 November 2015, 06:42:13
Will there be an ISO plate this round?
:thumb: :thumb:ISO will be availableWill there be an ISO plate this round?
:thumb: :thumb:
curious about it too.
Sweet, and what about the winkey layout? or only winkeyless?
Post by: yuktsi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 07:36:23
winkey and winkeylessWill there be an ISO plate this round?
:thumb: :thumb:ISO will be availableWill there be an ISO plate this round?
:thumb: :thumb:
curious about it too.
Sweet, and what about the winkey layout? or only winkeyless?
Post by: Doobalicious on Wed, 04 November 2015, 07:39:18
Post by: mathiasn on Wed, 04 November 2015, 08:55:35
Will there be an ISO plate this round?
:thumb: :thumb:ISO will be availableWill there be an ISO plate this round?
:thumb: :thumb:
curious about it too.
I'm in. :thumb:
Post by: Firebolt1914 on Wed, 04 November 2015, 10:10:20
Post by: Rodgaroon on Wed, 04 November 2015, 10:32:50
it isn't about to buy or not to buy, it's about what color you will go with. :p
RIP wallet. :-X
This ^^
Picking up a Miami PBT Set, hoping a nice teal or sky blue color will be available.
Question, I'll have someone assemble the keyboard for me but is there any programming that needs to happen on the TX87 afterwards?
Post by: breitling on Wed, 04 November 2015, 10:37:35
Post by: ryptide11 on Wed, 04 November 2015, 10:49:51
Post by: yuktsi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 12:35:21
Post by: yuktsi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 12:37:36
More questions: What color options are available for the plate (if any, trying to go for something similar to corsa), and is there offcenter spacebar support?I think I will just stick with red.
do you mean off center for 6.25x spacebar?
Post by: calmfries on Wed, 04 November 2015, 12:38:47
Post by: gravenshard on Wed, 04 November 2015, 12:42:49
Post by: trenzafeeds on Wed, 04 November 2015, 12:46:34
Post by: juahenza on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:04:07
Post by: Steezus on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:11:09
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Post by: hwood34 on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:14:35
Post by: trenzafeeds on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:16:52
Just to clarify the price will be similar to the previous group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.Any idea on shipping? Or is that included in the price? I have no problem paying a high price for such a beautiful board.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Post by: romevi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:17:00
Just to clarify the price will be similar to the previous group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Shipping and assembly (if you opted for assembly in Malaysia) was $120, and I'm putting Zealios in mine, so that was an extra $66. Total cost for me was just over $600. :eek:
Just to clarify the price will be similar to the aprevious group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.Any idea on shipping? Or is that included in the price? I have no problem paying a high price for such a beautiful board.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Shipping was $60.
Post by: yuktsi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:17:12
Just to clarify the price will be similar to the previous group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.Yours will be out next Monday. For sure.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Post by: Steezus on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:20:51
Just to clarify the price will be similar to the previous group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Shipping and assembly (if you opted for assembly in Malaysia) was $120, and I'm putting Zealios in mine, so that was an extra $66. Total cost for me was just over $600. :eek:
I added everything up for mine and ended up being almost $700 without a keyset. :eek:
Just to clarify the price will be similar to the previous group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.Yours will be out next Monday. For sure.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Thanks, can't wait to build it! :thumb:
Post by: yuktsi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:25:41
$700???Just to clarify the price will be similar to the previous group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Shipping and assembly (if you opted for assembly in Malaysia) was $120, and I'm putting Zealios in mine, so that was an extra $66. Total cost for me was just over $600. :eek:
I added everything up for mine and ended up being almost $700 without a keyset. :eek:Just to clarify the price will be similar to the previous group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.Yours will be out next Monday. For sure.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Thanks, can't wait to build it! :thumb:
Post by: romevi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:27:54
$700???Just to clarify the price will be similar to the previous group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Shipping and assembly (if you opted for assembly in Malaysia) was $120, and I'm putting Zealios in mine, so that was an extra $66. Total cost for me was just over $600. :eek:
I added everything up for mine and ended up being almost $700 without a keyset. :eek:Just to clarify the price will be similar to the previous group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.Yours will be out next Monday. For sure.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Thanks, can't wait to build it! :thumb:
Yeah, how'd you get that number?! I paid to send the Zealios, but that was only $25. Did you order any special parts or something?
Post by: Steezus on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:33:53
$700???Just to clarify the price will be similar to the previous group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Shipping and assembly (if you opted for assembly in Malaysia) was $120, and I'm putting Zealios in mine, so that was an extra $66. Total cost for me was just over $600. :eek:
I added everything up for mine and ended up being almost $700 without a keyset. :eek:Just to clarify the price will be similar to the previous group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.Yours will be out next Monday. For sure.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Thanks, can't wait to build it! :thumb:
Ended up buying the kit, vintage browns, mx lock, blue and white LEDs, sip sockets, gateron clear tops, diodes, and resistors. Just added it up now, ended up being $669.02 for the board and parts w/o keyset. Ended up being $776.72 including my GMK TA set that I'm planning on putting on it.
Post by: whmeltonjr on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:44:27
$700???Just to clarify the price will be similar to the previous group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Shipping and assembly (if you opted for assembly in Malaysia) was $120, and I'm putting Zealios in mine, so that was an extra $66. Total cost for me was just over $600. :eek:
I added everything up for mine and ended up being almost $700 without a keyset. :eek:Just to clarify the price will be similar to the previous group buy which was $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate). See a lot of new members expressing interest, I don't think that many new members are expecting such a high cost.Yours will be out next Monday. For sure.
Doesn't matter the cost for me, I'm excited for Jane r2. Now I just need to get my r1 in the mail.
Thanks, can't wait to build it! :thumb:
Ended up buying the kit, vintage browns, mx lock, blue and white LEDs, sip sockets, gateron clear tops, diodes, and resistors. Just added it up now, ended up being $669.02 for the board and parts w/o keyset. Ended up being $776.72 including my GMK TA set that I'm planning on putting on it.
I'm going to have to rethink my interest. :eek:
Post by: Photekq on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:44:43
vintage brownsWhich keyboard are they from?
Post by: Steezus on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:54:15
vintage brownsWhich keyboard are they from?
I believe it came from a Cherry MX8100, going to have to double with whom I bought them from. Will report later :thumb:
Post by: Photekq on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:56:15
I believe it came from a Cherry MX8100, going to have to double with whom I bought them from. Will report later :thumb:Not vintage :(
Post by: Steezus on Wed, 04 November 2015, 14:20:32
I believe it came from a Cherry MX8100, going to have to double with whom I bought them from. Will report later :thumb:Not vintage :(
Oops silly me, I meant to say to mx 11800, I was just checking out an 8100 on ebay and wasn't thinking when I was typing :p.
Post by: Photekq on Wed, 04 November 2015, 14:21:48
Oops silly me, I meant to say to mx 11800, I was just checking out an 8100 on ebay and wasn't thinking when I was typing :p.Still not vintage :( Marginally better than modern browns. I call them old browns.
Post by: romevi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 14:37:26
And any chance a Jane numpad will accompany this round?!
Post by: ntitco1 on Wed, 04 November 2015, 14:41:08
a Jane numpadOne wise word is worth a thousand pieces of gold
Post by: Steezus on Wed, 04 November 2015, 14:43:08
Any way we can order extra PCBs and plates from this round for round 1 boards?
And any chance a Jane numpad will accompany this round?!
A Jane numpad would definitely be awesome, I don't think there would be enough time for it to be in this group buy if expected delivery date is two weeks before Christmas. If so, I hope that there will be one in the future. :thumb:
Post by: Firebolt1914 on Wed, 04 November 2015, 14:48:57
More questions: What color options are available for the plate (if any, trying to go for something similar to corsa), and is there offcenter spacebar support?I think I will just stick with red.
do you mean off center for 6.25x spacebar?
Yes, I meant off center for 6.25x.
Post by: yuktsi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 18:16:35
More questions: What color options are available for the plate (if any, trying to go for something similar to corsa), and is there offcenter spacebar support?I think I will just stick with red.
do you mean off center for 6.25x spacebar?
Yes, I meant off center for 6.25x.
Yeah. It is supported
Post by: yuktsi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 18:41:30
Any way we can order extra PCBs and plates from this round for round 1 boards?Any reason why you need an extra PCB and plate? :blank:
And any chance a Jane numpad will accompany this round?!
As for numpad, I already have the case designed long time ago. Some people may have seen it (before Jane).
But now I feel that the numpad should use my own pcb, so it may still take awhile.
Posted updated: Color options are added. Please comment. Thank you.
Post by: ccc24 on Wed, 04 November 2015, 18:49:13
Post by: nguyenkimtam on Wed, 04 November 2015, 18:50:58
Post by: raymogi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 18:54:20
Is it possible to get this assembled as well? I'm a sucker at soldering.
Post by: yuktsi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 18:54:47
This will use the same PCB and Plate as the r1 ? That's means we can change the case if we want right ( absolutely if the same layout :D ) ?same pcb and plate as r1
Post by: azhdar on Wed, 04 November 2015, 18:58:17
Waiting on a reply for my pm.
EDIT: weird not to see Titanium, it's such a beautiful color.
Post by: Photekq on Wed, 04 November 2015, 19:00:41
If possible I'd like to be able to purchase more than one plate and PCB. One ISO and one ANSI.
Post by: romevi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 19:09:33
I dunno. Seemed like a good idea at the time.Any way we can order extra PCBs and plates from this round for round 1 boards?Any reason why you need an extra PCB and plate? :blank:
And any chance a Jane numpad will accompany this round?!
As for numpad, I already have the case designed long time ago. Some people may have seen it (before Jane).
But now I feel that the numpad should use my own pcb, so it may still take awhile.
Posted updated: Color options are added. Please comment. Thank you.
Also, please work on that numpad!
Edit:
So glad titanium isn't offered this time. Makes me love my r1 even more! Got that Model M industrial look, except more gray.
Post by: nguyenkimtam on Wed, 04 November 2015, 19:16:24
Yeah , please work on Numpad.I dunno. Seemed like a good idea at the time.Any way we can order extra PCBs and plates from this round for round 1 boards?Any reason why you need an extra PCB and plate? :blank:
And any chance a Jane numpad will accompany this round?!
As for numpad, I already have the case designed long time ago. Some people may have seen it (before Jane).
But now I feel that the numpad should use my own pcb, so it may still take awhile.
Posted updated: Color options are added. Please comment. Thank you.
Also, please work on that numpad!
Edit:
So glad titanium isn't offered this time. Makes me love my r1 even more! Got that Model M industrial look, except more gray.
Also the Military color :))
Post by: WhitePlate on Wed, 04 November 2015, 19:22:14
Edit: Will the pink shade be like this one?
http://i.imgur.com/Akdxrm4.jpg
Post by: nguyenkimtam on Wed, 04 November 2015, 19:35:03
Im interested in a pink onehttps://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=73956.300
Edit: Will the pink shade be like this one?
http://i.imgur.com/Akdxrm4.jpg
There is the Jane Pink
Post by: quochung1989 on Wed, 04 November 2015, 20:01:50
Post by: Steezus on Wed, 04 November 2015, 20:19:02
Oops silly me, I meant to say to mx 11800, I was just checking out an 8100 on ebay and wasn't thinking when I was typing :p.Still not vintage :( Marginally better than modern browns. I call them old browns.
Got confirmation back that they are indeed true vintage browns harvested from a g80-11801, the person whom I bought them off of also double checked the literal model number on the label. Placement of the logo and springs match up with vintage browns as well. They definitely feel different compared to the few new brown switches I have.
Yuktsi, I remembering you mentioning that there would be something in store for Jane r1 users. Are you still planning on this or changed your mind?
Post by: yuktsi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 21:55:26
I am something in mind already. heheOops silly me, I meant to say to mx 11800, I was just checking out an 8100 on ebay and wasn't thinking when I was typing :p.Still not vintage :( Marginally better than modern browns. I call them old browns.
Got confirmation back that they are indeed true vintage browns harvested from a g80-11801, the person whom I bought them off of also double checked the literal model number on the label. Placement of the logo and springs match up with vintage browns as well. They definitely feel different compared to the few new brown switches I have.
Yuktsi, I remembering you mentioning that there would be something in store for Jane r1 users. Are you still planning on this or changed your mind?
Post by: demik on Wed, 04 November 2015, 22:00:12
OD green is my favorite color. if it's the right tone.. ill be highly tempted.
Post by: bocahgundul on Wed, 04 November 2015, 22:12:04
Post by: HekusuTekusu on Wed, 04 November 2015, 22:13:15
What color is available right now? Planning on joining this one but don't know what color to get
From the OP,
Color options:
Blue grey, Pink, Black(hard anodize) and Olive green(hard anodize)
Post by: romevi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 22:13:23
I am something in mind already. heheOops silly me, I meant to say to mx 11800, I was just checking out an 8100 on ebay and wasn't thinking when I was typing :p.Still not vintage :( Marginally better than modern browns. I call them old browns.
Got confirmation back that they are indeed true vintage browns harvested from a g80-11801, the person whom I bought them off of also double checked the literal model number on the label. Placement of the logo and springs match up with vintage browns as well. They definitely feel different compared to the few new brown switches I have.
Yuktsi, I remembering you mentioning that there would be something in store for Jane r1 users. Are you still planning on this or changed your mind?
:eek:
Post by: Steezus on Wed, 04 November 2015, 22:35:43
I am something in mind already. heheOops silly me, I meant to say to mx 11800, I was just checking out an 8100 on ebay and wasn't thinking when I was typing :p.Still not vintage :( Marginally better than modern browns. I call them old browns.
Got confirmation back that they are indeed true vintage browns harvested from a g80-11801, the person whom I bought them off of also double checked the literal model number on the label. Placement of the logo and springs match up with vintage browns as well. They definitely feel different compared to the few new brown switches I have.
Yuktsi, I remembering you mentioning that there would be something in store for Jane r1 users. Are you still planning on this or changed your mind?
:eek:
Wonder what it could be? :eek:
I went all out spending on my Jane, definitely planning on keeping it forever. Nothings better than typing on a board you've built yourself.
Post by: asdfjkl36 on Wed, 04 November 2015, 23:08:06
or Cyan. Yea.. Cyan. lol
Post by: icyskyz on Wed, 04 November 2015, 23:12:10
Post by: Steezus on Wed, 04 November 2015, 23:12:36
sad to see Titanium not being a color option :|
or Cyan. Yea.. Cyan. lol
I was really hoping for sky blue or red :(, olive green may be interesting though.
Post by: asdfjkl36 on Wed, 04 November 2015, 23:13:39
sad to see Titanium not being a color option :|
or Cyan. Yea.. Cyan. lol
I was really hoping for sky blue or red :(, olive green may be interesting though.
Yeeaa. Sky blue
I might change my mind after seeing the color samples.
We'll see
Post by: zhihuichan on Wed, 04 November 2015, 23:29:49
Post by: mrboovn on Thu, 05 November 2015, 00:04:52
Post by: ntitco1 on Thu, 05 November 2015, 00:27:20
Anw do you have some color samples yuktsi? Hard to think about in which color I wanna go with right now. ;D
Edit: or maybe the Titanium in r1 was renamed to Silver? :p Just notice no one got silver in r1 :))
Post by: bocahgundul on Thu, 05 November 2015, 00:56:05
Post by: nguyenkimtam on Thu, 05 November 2015, 01:46:55
Post by: Doobalicious on Thu, 05 November 2015, 03:54:49
Edit: or maybe the Titanium in r1 was renamed to Silver? :p Just notice no one got silver in r1 :))
We can only hope :))
Post by: wangbwhz on Thu, 05 November 2015, 04:22:26
I just saw the pictures u posted on the groupbuy thread
is it possible to get it like that in R2? which get acrylic material in bottom
Post by: Photekq on Thu, 05 November 2015, 04:22:43
Got confirmation back that they are indeed true vintage browns harvested from a g80-11801, the person whom I bought them off of also double checked the literal model number on the label. Placement of the logo and springs match up with vintage browns as well. They definitely feel different compared to the few new brown switches I have.Yeah, those will be "old" browns. A bit nicer than modern ones. "Vintage" browns, which are nicer again, are only found in G80-5000 and G80-1838.
Post by: yuktsi on Thu, 05 November 2015, 04:35:41
I have browns from the 1838, but they feel rather scratchy thoughGot confirmation back that they are indeed true vintage browns harvested from a g80-11801, the person whom I bought them off of also double checked the literal model number on the label. Placement of the logo and springs match up with vintage browns as well. They definitely feel different compared to the few new brown switches I have.Yeah, those will be "old" browns. A bit nicer than modern ones. "Vintage" browns, which are nicer again, are only found in G80-5000 and G80-1838.
Post by: juahenza on Thu, 05 November 2015, 09:16:12
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 05 November 2015, 09:36:23
:thumb:Loving the efforts you put in. ;D This is surely a highly anticipated project. I really woudn't mind the over-sized weight plate tbh. Btw does it goes thru the back of the case? Or you can only see it from above
It's only on the inside of the case, it won't be visible. That's how it aas for r1 and that's what yuktsi's current pictures indicate as well.
Post by: romevi on Thu, 05 November 2015, 09:38:50
:thumb:Loving the efforts you put in. ;D This is surely a highly anticipated project. I really woudn't mind the over-sized weight plate tbh. Btw does it goes thru the back of the case? Or you can only see it from above
It's only on the inside of the case, it won't be visible. That's how it aas for r1 and that's what yuktsi's current pictures indicate as well.
So the main differences in obvious appearance are the notched bottom case and the hidden brass plate. While I much prefer the notched bottom half, I'm so happy to have my r1 Jane because of the color I've chosen.
Post by: Tofunator on Thu, 05 November 2015, 10:34:52
Post by: ccc24 on Thu, 05 November 2015, 12:14:27
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 05 November 2015, 12:17:11
thanks for the updates..any update on price?
Price should be around $420 for the kit like last, highly doubt it will be cheaper because 7075 alu will be used this time.
Post by: azhdar on Thu, 05 November 2015, 15:05:35
If so from 1 to 25?
Since olive green color is hard to capture, can we have an idea of how it really looks like ? pick here (https://www.google.fr/search?q=olive+green+anodised&espv=2&biw=1360&bih=643&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0CAYQ_AUoAWoVChMI2JSel5f6yAIVhlsaCh3-YgwF&gws_rd=cr&ei=_8M7Vt3iFYW7afnvsNgH)
Hyped.
Post by: nguyenkimtam on Thu, 05 November 2015, 15:09:37
Post by: jaffers on Thu, 05 November 2015, 15:22:04
Reading some of the replies... $400????????????????????????????? $700??????????????????@?@!!!!!!
Post by: trees on Thu, 05 November 2015, 15:26:37
I'm just waiting for the price shock. I'm a poor uni student yo
Reading some of the replies... $400????????????????????????????? $700??????????????????@?@!!!!!!
The reason it can hit 700, is because you buy your own switches and diodes. Some people went out of their way to get a cap set specifically for it as well.
Post by: Rodgaroon on Thu, 05 November 2015, 15:27:07
I'm just waiting for the price shock. I'm a poor uni student yo
Reading some of the replies... $400????????????????????????????? $700??????????????????@?@!!!!!!
$700 US = 1K Canadian for me.
My wallet is ready.
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 05 November 2015, 15:28:27
I'm just waiting for the price shock. I'm a poor uni student yo
Reading some of the replies... $400????????????????????????????? $700??????????????????@?@!!!!!!
It's going to be around $420 for the kit(case, pcb, plate) which was the price of round 1. The $700 price you saw is what I paid overall for all the parts and the kit to build myself, including shipping. I went all out on my board trying to assure that it can be the best it can get, you wouldn't have to spend as much but it will still be well over $500.
Post by: Armagedda on Thu, 05 November 2015, 15:30:09
I know you said you were planning on keeping the run size on this fairly low. I completely understand that, love the exclusivity value and hate waiting through a month of orders on most GBs.
What I'm wondering is how open you would be to extending the run size depending on interest in this board.
If this can be delivered by Christmas you would be my own personal Jesus Christ. I really don't want to miss out.
Post by: alienman82 on Thu, 05 November 2015, 17:43:59
Post by: jaffers on Thu, 05 November 2015, 18:18:16
Post by: bocahgundul on Thu, 05 November 2015, 18:18:58
Post by: livingspeedbump on Thu, 05 November 2015, 20:01:10
Post by: KaminKevCrew on Thu, 05 November 2015, 20:56:51
Also, if that pink comes back, I might be in for two... One for my better half, of course :)
(in the interest of full disclosure, got that idea from somewhere in the building stuff together sub, not sure who and I'm on my mobile right now, so I'm too lazy to look it up...)
Post by: romevi on Thu, 05 November 2015, 21:00:30
I'm in. For sure!filphil?
Also, if that pink comes back, I might be in for two... One for my better half, of course :)
(in the interest of full disclosure, got that idea from somewhere in the building stuff together sub, not sure who and I'm on my mobile right now, so I'm too lazy to look it up...)
Post by: turboloser on Thu, 05 November 2015, 21:08:26
Post by: KaminKevCrew on Thu, 05 November 2015, 22:49:14
Very possibly.I'm in. For sure!filphil?
Also, if that pink comes back, I might be in for two... One for my better half, of course :)
(in the interest of full disclosure, got that idea from somewhere in the building stuff together sub, not sure who and I'm on my mobile right now, so I'm too lazy to look it up...)
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 05 November 2015, 22:50:17
Very possibly.I'm in. For sure!filphil?
Also, if that pink comes back, I might be in for two... One for my better half, of course :)
(in the interest of full disclosure, got that idea from somewhere in the building stuff together sub, not sure who and I'm on my mobile right now, so I'm too lazy to look it up...)
Filphil an yuktsi were the only ones to order pink and I'm pretty sure yuktsi never posted pics of his, filphil did post a very nice and well detailed build log of his.
Post by: KaminKevCrew on Thu, 05 November 2015, 22:51:48
Very possibly.I'm in. For sure!filphil?
Also, if that pink comes back, I might be in for two... One for my better half, of course :)
(in the interest of full disclosure, got that idea from somewhere in the building stuff together sub, not sure who and I'm on my mobile right now, so I'm too lazy to look it up...)
Filphil an yuktsi were the only ones to order pink and I'm pretty sure yuktsi never posted pics of his, filphil did post a very nice and well detailed build log of his.
Then probably filphil. He polished the brass insert and put some black paint in it to really make the engraving pop.
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 05 November 2015, 22:54:00
Very possibly.I'm in. For sure!filphil?
Also, if that pink comes back, I might be in for two... One for my better half, of course :)
(in the interest of full disclosure, got that idea from somewhere in the building stuff together sub, not sure who and I'm on my mobile right now, so I'm too lazy to look it up...)
Filphil an yuktsi were the only ones to order pink and I'm pretty sure yuktsi never posted pics of his, filphil did post a very nice and well detailed build log of his.
Then probably filphil. He polished the brass insert and put some black paint in it to really make the engraving pop.
Yeap that's him. His brass plate looks gorgeous, it's a shame it won't be visible.
Post by: icyskyz on Thu, 05 November 2015, 23:00:40
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 05 November 2015, 23:03:53
Could someone kindly provide the link to filphil's keyboard? I would love to see that beauty! :)
Enjoy
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=76207.msg1900777#msg1900777 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=76207.msg1900777#msg1900777)
Post by: icyskyz on Thu, 05 November 2015, 23:04:41
Thank you sir!Could someone kindly provide the link to filphil's keyboard? I would love to see that beauty! :)
Enjoy
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=76207.msg1900777#msg1900777 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=76207.msg1900777#msg1900777)
Post by: KaminKevCrew on Thu, 05 November 2015, 23:55:04
Post by: chromatically on Fri, 06 November 2015, 00:15:41
Post by: yuktsi on Fri, 06 November 2015, 00:46:37
Will this be numbered like first run ?
If so from 1 to 25?
Since olive green color is hard to capture, can we have an idea of how it really looks like ? pick here (https://www.google.fr/search?q=olive+green+anodised&espv=2&biw=1360&bih=643&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0CAYQ_AUoAWoVChMI2JSel5f6yAIVhlsaCh3-YgwF&gws_rd=cr&ei=_8M7Vt3iFYW7afnvsNgH)
Hyped.
(http://www.onpointsupply.com/images/colt_m4_6920_od_green_1.jpg)
(http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j122/goten170/P7220371.jpg)
(https://rockethub-images-production.s3.amazonaws.com/goods/70387/1387297445-large.JPG)
(http://www.discountwatchstore.com/product_images/Bertucci/12071.jpg)
Post by: whentheclouds on Fri, 06 November 2015, 00:47:08
Post by: Karura on Fri, 06 November 2015, 03:17:35
(http://i.imgur.com/h7qfIEd.jpg)
Would there be any changes to the anodizing process to minimize these effects?
Post by: asdfjkl36 on Fri, 06 November 2015, 03:22:44
I noticed that a lot of TGR on the first run had a bit of anodizing differences between the top and bottom pieces.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/h7qfIEd.jpg)
Would there be any changes to the anodizing process to minimize these effects?
This is true, and it's still an issue that will at least be reduced, as mentioned in the OP.
- Anodize color variation
As much as I want a perfect anodize for CE, unfortunately it is not possible. What I can do is only to minimize the color variation.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/vVRr6RZ.jpg)
mic 6 sample. To give you an idea, the above variation in color is not acceptable.
Post by: ntitco1 on Fri, 06 November 2015, 05:47:51
Post by: tuantruong on Fri, 06 November 2015, 06:43:43
Ok, so it's time do decide which keyset would will pop out this ridiculously beautiful color. Any idea? Hyperfuse and Skidata are in my head already. :cool:Will this be numbered like first run ?
If so from 1 to 25?
Since olive green color is hard to capture, can we have an idea of how it really looks like ? pick here (https://www.google.fr/search?q=olive+green+anodised&espv=2&biw=1360&bih=643&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0CAYQ_AUoAWoVChMI2JSel5f6yAIVhlsaCh3-YgwF&gws_rd=cr&ei=_8M7Vt3iFYW7afnvsNgH)
Hyped.Show Image(http://www.onpointsupply.com/images/colt_m4_6920_od_green_1.jpg)Show Image(http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j122/goten170/P7220371.jpg)Show Image(https://rockethub-images-production.s3.amazonaws.com/goods/70387/1387297445-large.JPG)Show Image(http://www.discountwatchstore.com/product_images/Bertucci/12071.jpg)
Post by: azhdar on Fri, 06 November 2015, 06:53:40
Will this be numbered like first run ?
If so from 1 to 25?
Since olive green color is hard to capture, can we have an idea of how it really looks like ? pick here (https://www.google.fr/search?q=olive+green+anodised&espv=2&biw=1360&bih=643&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0CAYQ_AUoAWoVChMI2JSel5f6yAIVhlsaCh3-YgwF&gws_rd=cr&ei=_8M7Vt3iFYW7afnvsNgH)
Hyped.Show Image(http://www.onpointsupply.com/images/colt_m4_6920_od_green_1.jpg)Show Image(http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j122/goten170/P7220371.jpg)Show Image(https://rockethub-images-production.s3.amazonaws.com/goods/70387/1387297445-large.JPG)Show Image(http://www.discountwatchstore.com/product_images/Bertucci/12071.jpg)
Thanks for this.
Hyped²
Post by: katushkin on Fri, 06 November 2015, 07:01:09
Post by: baldgye on Fri, 06 November 2015, 07:06:05
400usd is still 559.19aud. Well out of my price range unfortunately
not sure what you where expecting...
Post by: romevi on Fri, 06 November 2015, 07:07:45
Are these the items we can choose for r1 buyers?Will this be numbered like first run ?
If so from 1 to 25?
Since olive green color is hard to capture, can we have an idea of how it really looks like ? pick here (https://www.google.fr/search?q=olive+green+anodised&espv=2&biw=1360&bih=643&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0CAYQ_AUoAWoVChMI2JSel5f6yAIVhlsaCh3-YgwF&gws_rd=cr&ei=_8M7Vt3iFYW7afnvsNgH)
Hyped.Show Image(http://www.onpointsupply.com/images/colt_m4_6920_od_green_1.jpg)Show Image(http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j122/goten170/P7220371.jpg)Show Image(https://rockethub-images-production.s3.amazonaws.com/goods/70387/1387297445-large.JPG)Show Image(http://www.discountwatchstore.com/product_images/Bertucci/12071.jpg)
Post by: Bevo on Fri, 06 November 2015, 07:27:25
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 06 November 2015, 10:20:20
Blue/grey looks really nice. I am tempted
I have my blue gray Jane shipping out Monday, I'll try to get some pics up. It shouldn't be long to build since I got all the switches prepped. It's a shame nobody has posted their blue gray boards yet.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 06 November 2015, 10:22:12
Blue/grey looks really nice. I am tempted
Yeah after I saw your post I went back and looked at the OP. I'm loving the blue/grey myself!
Post by: whmeltonjr on Fri, 06 November 2015, 10:24:40
Post by: yuktsi on Fri, 06 November 2015, 10:32:48
That blue/gray is really nice, but that pink..... hnnnnngggggg. I am going to have to do some soul searching on this one. $600+ is a lot to spend on a keyboard.~600$ is you get someone like Yong to build, he is really good.
~550$ if you build it by yourself
Post by: romevi on Fri, 06 November 2015, 10:33:01
Does Yong do switch modding as well?
http://www.yongjk.com/assembly/
Post by: techmattr on Fri, 06 November 2015, 10:33:24
That green is amazing...... :eek:
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 06 November 2015, 10:36:36
So how do we reserve a slot? First come first serve once the official GB launches?
That green is amazing...... :eek:
If it's like last time then it's first come first serve, round 1 sold out within a couple of hours. I suspect that round 2 will go much quicker.
Post by: romevi on Fri, 06 November 2015, 10:42:49
So how do we reserve a slot? First come first serve once the official GB launches?
That green is amazing...... :eek:
If it's like last time then it's first come first serve, round 1 sold out within a couple of hours. I suspect that round 2 will go much quicker.
Yeah, this. I signed up within the first fourteen minutes. It was dumb luck as I happened to be checking GH while on break. I had almost forgotten about the Jane GB at the time! :))
Post by: ntitco1 on Fri, 06 November 2015, 10:43:21
I've started to refresh the GB box every 30' since yesterday :))So how do we reserve a slot? First come first serve once the official GB launches?
That green is amazing...... :eek:
If it's like last time then it's first come first serve, round 1 sold out within a couple of hours. I suspect that round 2 will go much quicker.
Post by: techmattr on Fri, 06 November 2015, 11:09:53
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 06 November 2015, 11:12:34
Seems like it might be a tough one to get in on! Fingers crossed and F5 activated!
There definitely seems like there is a lot more interest compared to last time. I still don't believe that all the people sharing there interest recognize the cost of the board so once the GB starts there probably won't be as many people but still sell out rather fast.
Post by: trees on Fri, 06 November 2015, 11:19:24
Seems like it might be a tough one to get in on! Fingers crossed and F5 activated!
There definitely seems like there is a lot more interest compared to last time. I still don't believe that all the people sharing there interest recognize the cost of the board so once the GB starts there probably won't be as many people but still sell out rather fast.
My Wallet is ready. (Quietly weeping in the corner, but ready)
Post by: nguyenkimtam on Fri, 06 November 2015, 12:07:19
I noticed that a lot of TGR on the first run had a bit of anodizing differences between the top and bottom pieces.I think that's normal with 2 pieces board. I have some OTD board such as 360c , 356mini , and i see that the top and bottom pieces always different , some have a huge difference , some just a little bit. However , There are still some colors which very hard to see the difference between 2 pieces i.e silver color.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/h7qfIEd.jpg)
Would there be any changes to the anodizing process to minimize these effects?
BTW, anyone who have the Blue Grey r1 please post your keyboard T_T
Post by: chim_nhon on Fri, 06 November 2015, 12:48:26
I noticed that a lot of TGR on the first run had a bit of anodizing differences between the top and bottom pieces.I think that's normal with 2 pieces board. I have some OTD board such as 360c , 356mini , and i see that the top and bottom pieces always different , some have a huge difference , some just a little bit. However , There are still some colors which very hard to see the difference between 2 pieces i.e silver color.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/h7qfIEd.jpg)
Would there be any changes to the anodizing process to minimize these effects?
BTW, anyone who have the Blue Grey r1 please post your keyboard T_T
If I'm lucky I will receive a blue grey next week :D.
Post by: trenzafeeds on Fri, 06 November 2015, 13:32:57
So how do we reserve a slot? First come first serve once the official GB launches?
That green is amazing...... :eek:
If it's like last time then it's first come first serve, round 1 sold out within a couple of hours. I suspect that round 2 will go much quicker.
Will we have any idea of when the groupbuy is going up? I'm usually busy during the day and I don't want to miss this.
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 06 November 2015, 13:35:27
So how do we reserve a slot? First come first serve once the official GB launches?
That green is amazing...... :eek:
If it's like last time then it's first come first serve, round 1 sold out within a couple of hours. I suspect that round 2 will go much quicker.
Will we have any idea of when the groupbuy is going up? I'm usually busy during the day and I don't want to miss this.
Yuktsi said he wanted to start the group buy next week unless if there was complications.
Post by: yuktsi on Fri, 06 November 2015, 19:01:24
but the procurement of the material has already been started, the fabrication for the bottom case will start mid next week.
hmmmmm
Post by: nguyenkimtam on Fri, 06 November 2015, 22:07:46
the only complication I have now is with the anodizing, I am approaching another factory.What's happened with the old one ?
but the procurement of the material has already been started, the fabrication for the bottom case will start mid next week.
hmmmmm
Post by: Bevo on Fri, 06 November 2015, 22:09:46
Post by: whmeltonjr on Fri, 06 November 2015, 22:11:24
Deciding on either this or the kishsaver. How much did the r1 cost fully built?
$550-$600 depending on who did the work.
That blue/gray is really nice, but that pink..... hnnnnngggggg. I am going to have to do some soul searching on this one. $600+ is a lot to spend on a keyboard.~600$ is you get someone like Yong to build, he is really good.
~550$ if you build it by yourself
Post by: yuktsi on Sat, 07 November 2015, 01:40:29
(http://i.imgur.com/WC8B3eo.jpg)
Post by: xondat on Sat, 07 November 2015, 02:03:02
have a nice weekend guys ;DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/WC8B3eo.jpg)
I'm in love with this design, especially the nickel plate on the back. I think $550+ is WAY out of my budget for a keyboard though.
Post by: filphil on Sat, 07 November 2015, 02:26:37
have a nice weekend guys ;DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/WC8B3eo.jpg)
For anyone interested in joining the group buy:
Yuktsi has kept up wth communication well. When it came to meeting his deadlines it was among the top guns on geekhack and he responded well to criticisms regarding packaging(Joey Quinn, 2015). It seems like there will be more group buys to come and provided that his enthusiasm and dedication to a quality product remains I'll be up to support him with my cash any day.
It looks like this latest pic has a sandblasted finish. I'm going to assume this is a step toward a better anodized finish?
There is one thing I'd like to suggest to yuktsi for those bothered by differing halves from anodizing like my own Jane(tbh the pics make it look harsh). How about selecting a different color for the top and bottom halves? I think it would have liked weird on the R1 but the CE looks like it would look great with a silver bottom. The recent lz-cp and orion v2 buys indicate that this is a viable and popular option. My very own orion v2 is blue-gray/silver.
Post by: Doobalicious on Sat, 07 November 2015, 05:33:32
How about selecting a different color for the top and bottom halves? I think it would have liked weird on the R1 but the CE looks like it would look great with a silver bottom. The recent lz-cp and orion v2 buys indicate that this is a viable and popular option. My very own orion v2 is blue-gray/silver.
I'm assuming this wouldn't add any extra cost as the two parts are manufactured separately anyway. It sounds like a good option - esp what you said about the silver bottoms.
Post by: tuantruong on Sat, 07 November 2015, 07:29:26
have a nice weekend guys ;DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/WC8B3eo.jpg)
It looks like this latest pic has a sandblasted finish. I'm going to assume this is a step toward a better anodized finish?
I think that surface is the result of hard anodizing, my titanium Jane has the same kind of finish, not sure about the other colors tho.
Post by: Elth on Sat, 07 November 2015, 08:18:55
have a nice weekend guys ;DI was starting to wonder what this would look like with a Dolch set since all of the colors look amazing with the OG Cherry set in the demo renders from r1. Might have to try to jump in on r2 this time around. Just have to decide between blue/grey or black for a Dolch set.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/WC8B3eo.jpg)
Post by: heedpantsnow on Sat, 07 November 2015, 08:46:33
have a nice weekend guys ;DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/WC8B3eo.jpg)
For anyone interested in joining the group buy:
Yuktsi has kept up wth communication well. When it came to meeting his deadlines it was among the top guns on geekhack and he responded well to criticisms regarding packaging(Joey Quinn, 2015). It seems like there will be more group buys to come and provided that his enthusiasm and dedication to a quality product remains I'll be up to support him with my cash any day.
It looks like this latest pic has a sandblasted finish. I'm going to assume this is a step toward a better anodized finish?
There is one thing I'd like to suggest to yuktsi for those bothered by differing halves from anodizing like my own Jane(tbh the pics make it look harsh). How about selecting a different color for the top and bottom halves? I think it would have liked weird on the R1 but the CE looks like it would look great with a silver bottom. The recent lz-cp and orion v2 buys indicate that this is a viable and popular option. My very own orion v2 is blue-gray/silver.
I was thinking if I joined this of starting a tops/bottoms trade spreadsheet. But that would be over complicated compared to just taking separate orders for tops/bottom colors. If Yuktsi is willing to do it I think it could look really cool.
Post by: ntitco1 on Sat, 07 November 2015, 12:22:09
Post by: Steezus on Sat, 07 November 2015, 12:24:14
The silver color are removed so I think maybe the top & bottom parts getting different color wont be possible.
Why wouldn't it be possible just because silver isn't a color option? You cold mix and match any of them if you wanted, plus black is also a good bottom color as well.
Post by: Tmeee on Sat, 07 November 2015, 22:59:56
Post by: Rodgaroon on Sun, 08 November 2015, 01:19:47
Post by: Karura on Sun, 08 November 2015, 03:23:30
Would love to see the black hard anodizing TGR, got any pics of that? :thumb:
Post by: Firebolt1914 on Sun, 08 November 2015, 13:03:44
Post by: Steezus on Sun, 08 November 2015, 15:14:50
What components will come presoldered with the PCB? Or will no parts be presoldered?
If yuktsi is going to use the same PCB then nothing comes pre-soldered unless you pay for Yong to do it.
Post by: justnits on Mon, 09 November 2015, 00:49:46
What components will come presoldered with the PCB? Or will no parts be presoldered?
I suppose the controllers will be pre-soldered.
The rest, meaning the diodes, switches, leds, resistors, and rgb leds will require soldering either by yourself, or pay an assembly fee for YongJK or other people with the tools and time to do it for you.
Post by: yuktsi on Mon, 09 November 2015, 01:45:26
will finalized the thread and the costing tonight, the groupbuy will probably start on Wednesday.
materials are purchased and the fabrication for the bottom case has started in order to meet the delivery before christmas.
oh yeah, I will reply to all PMs. Kinda busy with work these days
Cheers.
Post by: yuktsi on Mon, 09 November 2015, 05:33:06
Post by: ntitco1 on Mon, 09 November 2015, 05:36:56
OMG my body was not ready for this!!!!!Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/34fe6IM.jpg)
Thank you yuktsi for all the hardwork :-*
Post by: bocahgundul on Mon, 09 November 2015, 06:12:41
Post by: romevi on Mon, 09 November 2015, 07:22:14
Argh! The one thing I wish we had for r1!Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/34fe6IM.jpg)
Eh, I still love my titanium gray.
Post by: Data on Mon, 09 November 2015, 10:10:06
Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/34fe6IM.jpg)
Oh man...
(http://i.imgur.com/8QDUDzk.gif)
Post by: Steezus on Mon, 09 November 2015, 10:13:34
Guys, I should have some sample for diffuse and iso plate ready later.
will finalized the thread and the costing tonight, the groupbuy will probably start on Wednesday.
materials are purchased and the fabrication for the bottom case has started in order to meet the delivery before christmas.
oh yeah, I will reply to all PMs. Kinda busy with work these days
Cheers.
Thanks for the update yuktsi, can't wait for Wednesday now. :D
First thing I did when I woke up this morning was to check the GB pages to see if it had started already. :p
Post by: hrinfinity on Mon, 09 November 2015, 12:18:21
Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/34fe6IM.jpg)
oh boy. This pic...I'm lovin' it!
IPatiently waiting for this GB to start. Fantastic job yuktsi! :)
Post by: trees on Tue, 10 November 2015, 12:28:38
Post by: ryptide11 on Wed, 11 November 2015, 11:03:26
Post by: romevi on Wed, 11 November 2015, 11:04:13
Post by: Steezus on Wed, 11 November 2015, 11:55:56
Apparently yuktsi is going through a bit of a personal rough patch this week. It sounded like the GB may be delayed a bit, if it's not happening today.
Yeap, a few of us have been in contact a little with him. We'll just have to give him a little bit of time to deal with some problems he may be going through.
Post by: yuktsi on Wed, 11 November 2015, 21:20:46
Post by: whentheclouds on Wed, 11 November 2015, 22:39:24
good luck to those wanting to purchase this gorgeous Jane Color Edition
Post by: cryptokey on Wed, 11 November 2015, 22:39:50
Post by: whentheclouds on Wed, 11 November 2015, 22:41:49
Winkeyless and metal case?! Price permitting, I'm definitely interested in this one...N-no! My wallet, no!price will be approximately the same as the previous buy, $420. though i wouldn't worry about the price if i were you, the 25 units available will be snapped up within mere hours
Post by: cryptokey on Wed, 11 November 2015, 22:47:15
Winkeyless and metal case?! Price permitting, I'm definitely interested in this one...N-no! My wallet, no!price will be approximately the same as the previous buy, $420. though i wouldn't worry about the price if i were you, the 25 units available will be snapped up within mere hours
When you say not to worry about the price, do you mean that it will potentially decrease if there are more orders? Pardon my ignorance--still quite new to GH! :)
Post by: romevi on Wed, 11 November 2015, 22:49:23
Winkeyless and metal case?! Price permitting, I'm definitely interested in this one...N-no! My wallet, no!price will be approximately the same as the previous buy, $420. though i wouldn't worry about the price if i were you, the 25 units available will be snapped up within mere hours
When you say not to worry about the price, do you mean that it will potentially decrease if there are more orders? Pardon my ignorance--still quite new to GH! :)
He's implying that you may not have to worry about paying for it because you may not get a spot due to how quickly r1 sold out. R2 will probably sell out just as fast.
I'd monitor yuktsi's posts heavily once he's ready to start the GB.
Post by: whentheclouds on Wed, 11 November 2015, 22:50:59
btw the price for keyboard GBs are always fixed
Post by: yuktsi on Thu, 12 November 2015, 00:31:51
Post by: swimmingbird on Thu, 12 November 2015, 00:36:33
The groupbuy thread is pending for approval :blank:
bye bye wallet
Post by: asdfjkl36 on Thu, 12 November 2015, 00:38:12
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 12 November 2015, 00:42:02
Post by: whmeltonjr on Thu, 12 November 2015, 00:43:07
Post by: asdfjkl36 on Thu, 12 November 2015, 00:43:50
How long does a GB take to get approved? If I go to sleep am I going to wake up and there be none left?
Depends on admins and their availability.
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 12 November 2015, 00:44:47
How long does a GB take to get approved? If I go to sleep am I going to wake up and there be none left?
It all depends if a mod is active at the time or not. It really is random just waiting for one of them to approve it.
Post by: Armagedda on Thu, 12 November 2015, 01:16:32
The groupbuy thread is pending for approval :blank:
Well if I have to go to work on no sleep tomorrow, then that's a sacrifice I'm willing to make.
Need this for a Chrissy present.
Have mercy on me you fiends.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 12 November 2015, 06:54:59
Just kidding. GB still not up yet
Post by: azhdar on Thu, 12 November 2015, 06:59:51
Ordered! I think I may have gotten one of the last ones!
Just kidding. GB still not up yet
(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/random-ness/images/b/b8/Oh_you.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20110419012743)
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 12 November 2015, 10:27:14
There's probably so many people just anxiously waiting to try and get a Jane.
Post by: romevi on Thu, 12 November 2015, 10:29:34
For round 1.
Post by: alienman82 on Thu, 12 November 2015, 10:39:51
Post by: trenzafeeds on Thu, 12 November 2015, 11:40:37
Got my order in!
For round 1.
You're reeeeeeeeeeaaal funny mate
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 12 November 2015, 11:45:11
Post by: jdcarpe on Thu, 12 November 2015, 11:50:22
Post by: whmeltonjr on Thu, 12 November 2015, 11:52:23
All you guys who got into R1, save some for us! Greedy bastards, already have one TGR... :P
Seriously! I'm still undecided if I will get one. I just know if I do it will be pink.
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 12 November 2015, 11:52:41
All you guys who got into R1, save some for us! Greedy bastards, already have one TGR... :P
Haha :p, If there's only one thing that Ash Ketchum taught me as a kid, it was to collect them all.
Post by: trenzafeeds on Thu, 12 November 2015, 11:56:09
The olive green is really nice, especially since they are no other boards with similar color but I'm having difficulty thinking of a good keyset to pair with it.
Everything goes with OG cherry.
Seriously though guys, this is stressing me the **** out.
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 12 November 2015, 11:58:02
The olive green is really nice, especially since they are no other boards with similar color but I'm having difficulty thinking of a good keyset to pair with it.
Everything goes with OG cherry.
Seriously though guys, this is stressing me the **** out.
You're right, I feel like a good desko set as well would look pretty good. I thought the group buy would've been up by now especially since Hoff just approved the Troubled Minds GB page so he had to of been looking through GB's waiting for approval. I don't how if that's exactly how the system works though.
Post by: trees on Thu, 12 November 2015, 12:03:31
All you guys who got into R1, save some for us! Greedy bastards, already have one TGR... :P
Haha :p, If there's only one thing that Ash Ketchum taught me as a kid, it was to collect them all.
Seriously tho, if you got a Jane, it would be nice to let others have the chance
Post by: alienman82 on Thu, 12 November 2015, 12:22:55
Post by: romevi on Thu, 12 November 2015, 12:28:44
Hoff is just making sure he snags one before approving the GB. ;)
Post by: trenzafeeds on Thu, 12 November 2015, 12:30:14
I ain't ordering. Even if I had the funds I want others to enjoy them.
Hoff is just making sure he snags one before approving the GB. ;)
Oh wow you're a sweetheart! :thumb:
also too true
Post by: ninjadoc on Thu, 12 November 2015, 12:38:42
Post by: slushi on Thu, 12 November 2015, 12:39:46
I'm lurking hoping to get in. Issue is I'm waiting on a plane and I'm afraid the GB will start while I'm in flight!😕
Time to pony up for the in-air wifi...
Post by: whmeltonjr on Thu, 12 November 2015, 12:40:39
Post by: eksuen on Thu, 12 November 2015, 12:46:20
The color options are so difficult to choose from. The olive green is really nice, especially since they are no other boards with similar color but I'm having difficulty thinking of a good keyset to pair with it. I really like blue grey as well but that's what my r1 is. Looks like I'll probably go with black, kind of reminds me of a modern day 456gt.For me, that olive green is too hard to say no to. I wonder how CCnG would look with it.
Post by: tuantruong on Thu, 12 November 2015, 13:19:13
Can't go wrong with classic beige, that set goes well with any kind of color. Skidata+ and hyperfuse would match tho.The color options are so difficult to choose from. The olive green is really nice, especially since they are no other boards with similar color but I'm having difficulty thinking of a good keyset to pair with it. I really like blue grey as well but that's what my r1 is. Looks like I'll probably go with black, kind of reminds me of a modern day 456gt.For me, that olive green is too hard to say no to. I wonder how CCnG would look with it.
Post by: asdfjkl36 on Thu, 12 November 2015, 13:32:07
Black I just like any other board so then I don't want that (maybe I do.)
So I guess I'm either blue or pink
Problem is I'd have to think of what Keydets would go with it
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 12 November 2015, 13:51:04
I wish there was like a silver option.
Black I just like any other board so then I don't want that (maybe I do.)
So I guess I'm either blue or pink
Problem is I'd have to think of what Keydets would go with it
There wasn't as many color options this time around because of the different metal(aluminum 7075), yuktsi was telling me the shop he is going to said it's impossible to anodize 7075 with titanium grey, I'm assuming the same goes for the other colors that are missing.
Can't go wrong with classic beige, that set goes well with any kind of color. Skidata+ and hyperfuse would match tho.The color options are so difficult to choose from. The olive green is really nice, especially since they are no other boards with similar color but I'm having difficulty thinking of a good keyset to pair with it. I really like blue grey as well but that's what my r1 is. Looks like I'll probably go with black, kind of reminds me of a modern day 456gt.For me, that olive green is too hard to say no to. I wonder how CCnG would look with it.
I was thinking black with Skidata+ would look amazing, or could always do Red Alert. CCnG was one that I was thinking for green but I'm not too big of a fan of green in general.
Post by: theginginator on Thu, 12 November 2015, 14:04:06
Post by: azhdar on Thu, 12 November 2015, 14:10:26
Post by: Firebolt1914 on Thu, 12 November 2015, 14:11:55
Post by: jdcarpe on Thu, 12 November 2015, 14:22:46
Not sure what switches I'm to put in my keyboard. I want Zealios except I'm too poor.
Same. :(
Might have to sell something to buy switches, haha.
Post by: azhdar on Thu, 12 November 2015, 14:24:15
Not sure what switches I'm to put in my keyboard. I want Zealios except I'm too poor.
Same. :(
Might have to sell something to buy switches, haha.
Didn't you buy a ton of gaterons ?
Post by: jdcarpe on Thu, 12 November 2015, 14:33:47
Not sure what switches I'm to put in my keyboard. I want Zealios except I'm too poor.
Same. :(
Might have to sell something to buy switches, haha.
Didn't you buy a ton of gaterons ?
Yes, I have lots and lots of black Gaterons. :D
Post by: yicaoyimu on Thu, 12 November 2015, 14:45:08
Oops silly me, I meant to say to mx 11800, I was just checking out an 8100 on ebay and wasn't thinking when I was typing :p.Still not vintage :( Marginally better than modern browns. I call them old browns.
Only G80-5000 browns can be called vintage. :))
Post by: eksuen on Thu, 12 November 2015, 14:45:49
Can't go wrong with classic beige, that set goes well with any kind of color. Skidata+ and hyperfuse would match tho.The color options are so difficult to choose from. The olive green is really nice, especially since they are no other boards with similar color but I'm having difficulty thinking of a good keyset to pair with it. I really like blue grey as well but that's what my r1 is. Looks like I'll probably go with black, kind of reminds me of a modern day 456gt.For me, that olive green is too hard to say no to. I wonder how CCnG would look with it.
I was thinking black with Skidata+ would look amazing, or could always do Red Alert. CCnG was one that I was thinking for green but I'm not too big of a fan of green in general.
I am a fan of green so this is very exciting for me. :D
Post by: jdcarpe on Thu, 12 November 2015, 14:50:01
Can't go wrong with classic beige, that set goes well with any kind of color. Skidata+ and hyperfuse would match tho.The color options are so difficult to choose from. The olive green is really nice, especially since they are no other boards with similar color but I'm having difficulty thinking of a good keyset to pair with it. I really like blue grey as well but that's what my r1 is. Looks like I'll probably go with black, kind of reminds me of a modern day 456gt.For me, that olive green is too hard to say no to. I wonder how CCnG would look with it.
I was thinking black with Skidata+ would look amazing, or could always do Red Alert. CCnG was one that I was thinking for green but I'm not too big of a fan of green in general.
I am a fan of green so this is very exciting for me. :D
Don't forget 23 Commando!
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 12 November 2015, 14:55:00
Can't go wrong with classic beige, that set goes well with any kind of color. Skidata+ and hyperfuse would match tho.The color options are so difficult to choose from. The olive green is really nice, especially since they are no other boards with similar color but I'm having difficulty thinking of a good keyset to pair with it. I really like blue grey as well but that's what my r1 is. Looks like I'll probably go with black, kind of reminds me of a modern day 456gt.For me, that olive green is too hard to say no to. I wonder how CCnG would look with it.
I was thinking black with Skidata+ would look amazing, or could always do Red Alert. CCnG was one that I was thinking for green but I'm not too big of a fan of green in general.
I am a fan of green so this is very exciting for me. :D
Don't forget 23 Commando!
Wow I totally forgot about 23 Commando, I feel like that green will pair much better with the olive green of the case.
Post by: eksuen on Thu, 12 November 2015, 15:07:48
Can't go wrong with classic beige, that set goes well with any kind of color. Skidata+ and hyperfuse would match tho.The color options are so difficult to choose from. The olive green is really nice, especially since they are no other boards with similar color but I'm having difficulty thinking of a good keyset to pair with it. I really like blue grey as well but that's what my r1 is. Looks like I'll probably go with black, kind of reminds me of a modern day 456gt.For me, that olive green is too hard to say no to. I wonder how CCnG would look with it.
I was thinking black with Skidata+ would look amazing, or could always do Red Alert. CCnG was one that I was thinking for green but I'm not too big of a fan of green in general.
I am a fan of green so this is very exciting for me. :D
Don't forget 23 Commando!
I have yet to try an SA set, but as it stands, I'm not a huge fan of the way the high profile looks. The color scheme for 23 Commando, however, is right up my alley.
Post by: jdcarpe on Thu, 12 November 2015, 15:07:56
Wow I totally forgot about 23 Commando, I feel like that green will pair much better with the olive green of the case.
Hack'd By Geeks will probably look great, as well. And definitely Filco SA (dark brown). Any WoB or BoW Cherry/GMK/JTK. Probably CCnG.
Post by: romevi on Thu, 12 November 2015, 15:09:21
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=76964.0
Post by: slushi on Thu, 12 November 2015, 15:10:10
Post by: asdfjkl36 on Thu, 12 November 2015, 15:17:44
Happy day :D
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 12 November 2015, 15:23:08
I'm soldering right now and I though "why not check spy" and saw the GB thread and placed an order.
Happy day :D
Congrats, I'm glad you got in you in. Now you can relax :thumb:
Post by: filphil on Thu, 12 November 2015, 15:26:35
I'm soldering right now and I though "why not check spy" and saw the GB thread and placed an order.
Happy day :D
I woke up and the first the I had up on my phone was the GB page!
Post by: slushi on Thu, 12 November 2015, 15:34:57
Post by: jaffers on Mon, 16 November 2015, 03:17:54