Post by: oldcat on Tue, 30 October 2018, 14:28:43
We are pleased to announce a Matcha-themed medium weight linear switch -- FEI Switch.
Key Features
1. Matcha-theme
2. The spring weight of 55g starting and 62g bottom out. It is slightly lighter than gon62.
3. Similar feel as "FF Yellow", "Punchy" linear switches, C3 tangerines, and close to Tealios, particularly in terms of silky smoothness of the stems.
4. Designed by "Chouyu".
5. Manufactured by Gateron.
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Payment has been made to Gateron and production can start as soon as we finalize the options. We are gathering feedback on the final color and options, and we would like to hear from you.
The price is estimated to be $0.4 per pcs or less.
Update: Chouyu has decided on Option 1. Currently, she is sending some switches to friends. Geekhack GB is forthcoming. Will update if I hear anything. Latest what I heard is that she will hire a person to pack and ship all packages directly from China, and is checking on the best courier options.
IC Poll Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1W0yk7Qjcb__5sWwxTJklbiRJgSNdPwa9qRWA7JjDByA/
Here is the poll result:
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Post by: ChrisSwires on Tue, 30 October 2018, 15:40:45
But. Could you give some details as to the switch itself? Given its gateron and you mention punchy specifically I'd tend to presume it's in fact identical to a punchy with a recolour (and perhaps a different spring), I presume none of the molding has been created specifically for this switch?
Curious to try either way.
Post by: Jkush463 on Tue, 30 October 2018, 17:19:44
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Post by: dantambok on Tue, 30 October 2018, 21:08:03
These are similar to the C3 tangerines i presume? (moulds - smoothness etc)
Post by: oldcat on Tue, 30 October 2018, 21:54:34
Oh custom switches are becoming a thing now!
These are similar to the C3 tangerines i presume? (moulds - smoothness etc)
Yes, that is what chouyu told me. Hope to test them soon.
Post by: PaultheSloth on Tue, 30 October 2018, 22:07:46
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Post by: 1023andy on Wed, 31 October 2018, 11:01:15
1. So this matcha switch is similar to c3 tangerine.. I don't know how smooth c3 tangerine switch is but is it smoother than tealios?
2. Is the spring of this switch same as normal gateron ones?
Post by: shekki on Wed, 31 October 2018, 13:23:14
Post by: heavyheaded on Wed, 31 October 2018, 17:54:08
I'm think I will buy this instead of Tealios because it's much cheaper.
1. So this matcha switch is similar to c3 tangerine.. I don't know how smooth c3 tangerine switch is but is it smoother than tealios?
2. Is the spring of this switch same as normal gateron ones?
Stock tealios are smoother than tangerines (I have 62g tangerines).
Post by: oldcat on Wed, 31 October 2018, 18:00:59
I'm think I will buy this instead of Tealios because it's much cheaper.
1. So this matcha switch is similar to c3 tangerine.. I don't know how smooth c3 tangerine switch is but is it smoother than tealios?
2. Is the spring of this switch same as normal gateron ones?
Stock tealios are smoother than tangerines (I have 62g tangerines).
Haven't done a test myself, but Tealios are really smooth.
I think this FEI is similar to Tangerines
Post by: loud_asian on Thu, 01 November 2018, 01:22:56
I think the green bottom housing really makes it stand out from other switches
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Post by: wholypantalones on Thu, 01 November 2018, 07:25:57
Post by: Rubbermilitia on Thu, 01 November 2018, 09:31:37
I don't know what a "Matcha", "FF Yellow" or "Punchy" is but hey, they look pretty nice.
Matcha - a type of powdered green tea
FF Yellow - this is literally the only thing I could find: https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/8xxxft/ff_yellow_switches/
Punchy - word to describe switch feel, probably means the switches have a quick snap-back after keypress? No clue
Would also appreciate more info on the above
Post by: dimo on Thu, 01 November 2018, 09:52:34
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Post by: wholypantalones on Thu, 01 November 2018, 10:58:28
I got both types of tangerines, but I much prefer the feel and sound of the black base/clear top variety. I guess the green base, clear top on these would be similar?
Depends on if they are made of the same materials or not. Those milky Gateron housings have always been scratchy imo and the black bottom bases have never done me wrong.
Post by: upas on Thu, 01 November 2018, 15:27:30
Post by: KaosJ on Thu, 01 November 2018, 16:09:11
I voted for option 1 because I thought it looks best, but what I really want is the one that feels the best. I guess the black bottoms it is.
I agree, which one feels the best OP? (i guess number 2?)
Post by: dimo on Thu, 01 November 2018, 16:13:52
So whatever feels best is most important imo.
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Post by: Olitender on Fri, 02 November 2018, 23:42:33
I like 1 and 2. They all look pretty good
Whichever gives sounds and feel the best tho.
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KMK Labs.
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Post by: Ashardalon on Wed, 14 November 2018, 01:10:27
where will this be shipped from?
They said they'll be finding vendors in different countries to try and reduce shipping costs. No updates as of yet.
Post by: _ODIN_ on Wed, 14 November 2018, 01:44:52
no taxes..... count me in 100%where will this be shipped from?
They said they'll be finding vendors in different countries to try and reduce shipping costs. No updates as of yet.
Post by: Gati on Wed, 14 November 2018, 05:40:16
Green tops and silent steams, that would be something!
I would def be in for silent switches
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Post by: pixelpusher on Thu, 15 November 2018, 09:17:13
but does this one have any merit compared to tealios or tangeriens?
As far as I know, no one here has tested them. They should be very similar to tangerines, but we'll have to find out what the bottom is made from before we can assume exactly how similar.
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Post by: vewy_nice on Wed, 21 November 2018, 13:30:17
I never expected linears to get so much love.
These'd be a 100% drop in necessity to my GMK Camping / Sage M60-A (Which currently has some boring BOX Blacks)
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Post by: oldcat on Fri, 30 November 2018, 11:53:33
Any updates? Super excited for these switches still!
Chouyu is traveling in Japan, will update when she comes back. Soon hopefully
Post by: its_a_me_yoshi on Thu, 20 December 2018, 06:15:10
I want to buy this for my first mechanical keyboard right nowwwww
Post by: dado brat on Thu, 20 December 2018, 21:37:25
Post by: wholypantalones on Thu, 20 December 2018, 22:34:29
those look interesting. any guesses on how wobbly these would be?
Gaterons are known for being wobbly, so probably wobbly enough.
Post by: rondg on Thu, 20 December 2018, 23:32:00
Post by: Gati on Fri, 21 December 2018, 03:38:02
For some reason, I got the impression that this switch is just a C3 tangerines just in a different color. I have no idea where I got that though.
Probably cause it is
Post by: rondg on Fri, 21 December 2018, 04:11:06
For some reason, I got the impression that this switch is just a C3 tangerines just in a different color. I have no idea where I got that though.
Just to be clear, I am not saying that the C3 Tangerines are bad. I actually like the switch and I am using it currently at work.
I am also in if for this. ;D
Post by: dr_unconscionable on Sat, 22 December 2018, 02:43:12
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Post by: oldcat on Sat, 22 December 2018, 20:21:09
The batch of 30k (10k for private GB, 20k for Geekhack GB) switches have arrived with chouyu. Chouyu is doing a private GB right now, she will follow up with me on International GB.
Most likely she will collect payment and ship on her own. But if there is a reasonable vendor who wants to help out please kindly reply and let me know. This is supposed to be a not-for-profit (or, tiny-profit to cover expenses) GB, so please bear that in mind if you want to help out ...
Post by: bluesclera on Sat, 22 December 2018, 20:23:30
Quick update:
The batch of 30k (10k for private GB, 20k for Geekhack GB) switches have arrived with chouyu. Chouyu is doing a private GB right now, she will follow up with me on International GB.
Most likely she will collect payment and ship on her own. But if there is a reasonable vendor who wants to help out please kindly reply and let me know. This is supposed to be a not-for-profit (or, tiny-profit to cover expenses) GB, so please bear that in mind if you want to help out ...
Which of the 4 designs did she decide on?
Post by: oldcat on Sat, 22 December 2018, 20:27:55
Quick update:
The batch of 30k (10k for private GB, 20k for Geekhack GB) switches have arrived with chouyu. Chouyu is doing a private GB right now, she will follow up with me on International GB.
Most likely she will collect payment and ship on her own. But if there is a reasonable vendor who wants to help out please kindly reply and let me know. This is supposed to be a not-for-profit (or, tiny-profit to cover expenses) GB, so please bear that in mind if you want to help out ...
Which of the 4 designs did she decide on?
Option 1 actually
Post by: RamenTechMech on Sat, 22 December 2018, 20:29:00
Post by: oldcat on Sat, 22 December 2018, 20:30:37
I think the opaque tops would go very well with the green housing since it does give some resemblance of the tea :p
Yes, its (option 1) what the majority of poll participants want :)
Post by: oldcat on Sat, 22 December 2018, 20:34:46
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Post by: oldcat on Sat, 22 December 2018, 20:38:36
but does this one have any merit compared to tealios or tangeriens?
As far as I know, no one here has tested them. They should be very similar to tangerines, but we'll have to find out what the bottom is made from before we can assume exactly how similar.
I am buying 180 from chouyu. If it is delivered before the GB starts, I can compare it with Tealios, Retooled blacks, and Tangerines.
Post by: Ashardalon on Sun, 23 December 2018, 04:51:40
but does this one have any merit compared to tealios or tangeriens?
As far as I know, no one here has tested them. They should be very similar to tangerines, but we'll have to find out what the bottom is made from before we can assume exactly how similar.
I am buying 180 from chouyu. If it is delivered before the GB starts, I can compare it with Tealios, Retooled blacks, and Tangerines.
I'm super excited to get my hands on them! Glad that option 1 was the winner, that was what I voted for. Would like to compare these to Creamy switches and V2 Creams.
Post by: oldcat on Sun, 23 December 2018, 13:04:17
but does this one have any merit compared to tealios or tangeriens?
As far as I know, no one here has tested them. They should be very similar to tangerines, but we'll have to find out what the bottom is made from before we can assume exactly how similar.
I am buying 180 from chouyu. If it is delivered before the GB starts, I can compare it with Tealios, Retooled blacks, and Tangerines.
I'm super excited to get my hands on them! Glad that option 1 was the winner, that was what I voted for. Would like to compare these to Creamy switches and V2 Creams.
Yeah I have some creamy switches arriving Monday. Would like to compare against Tealios
Post by: lendflat on Sun, 23 December 2018, 13:26:26
Post by: Ashardalon on Sun, 23 December 2018, 16:50:58
but does this one have any merit compared to tealios or tangeriens?
As far as I know, no one here has tested them. They should be very similar to tangerines, but we'll have to find out what the bottom is made from before we can assume exactly how similar.
I am buying 180 from chouyu. If it is delivered before the GB starts, I can compare it with Tealios, Retooled blacks, and Tangerines.
I'm super excited to get my hands on them! Glad that option 1 was the winner, that was what I voted for. Would like to compare these to Creamy switches and V2 Creams.
Yeah I have some creamy switches arriving Monday. Would like to compare against Tealios
As somebody who's tried both, I actually prefer the Creamy switches, both in colour (67g purple) and in feel, especially because these come with switch stickers, which help to reduce wobble.
Post by: ptiede on Sun, 23 December 2018, 22:23:59
Zeals V2 stuff has really fixed the wobble. They feel amazing imo.but does this one have any merit compared to tealios or tangeriens?
As far as I know, no one here has tested them. They should be very similar to tangerines, but we'll have to find out what the bottom is made from before we can assume exactly how similar.
I am buying 180 from chouyu. If it is delivered before the GB starts, I can compare it with Tealios, Retooled blacks, and Tangerines.
I'm super excited to get my hands on them! Glad that option 1 was the winner, that was what I voted for. Would like to compare these to Creamy switches and V2 Creams.
Yeah I have some creamy switches arriving Monday. Would like to compare against Tealios
As somebody who's tried both, I actually prefer the Creamy switches, both in colour (67g purple) and in feel, especially because these come with switch stickers, which help to reduce wobble.
Post by: oldcat on Tue, 25 December 2018, 21:42:21
but does this one have any merit compared to tealios or tangeriens?
As far as I know, no one here has tested them. They should be very similar to tangerines, but we'll have to find out what the bottom is made from before we can assume exactly how similar.
I am buying 180 from chouyu. If it is delivered before the GB starts, I can compare it with Tealios, Retooled blacks, and Tangerines.
I'm super excited to get my hands on them! Glad that option 1 was the winner, that was what I voted for. Would like to compare these to Creamy switches and V2 Creams.
Yeah I have some creamy switches arriving Monday. Would like to compare against Tealios
As somebody who's tried both, I actually prefer the Creamy switches, both in colour (67g purple) and in feel, especially because these come with switch stickers, which help to reduce wobble.
I have the yellow ones and they dont come with switch stickers...
Post by: Ashardalon on Tue, 25 December 2018, 22:59:06
but does this one have any merit compared to tealios or tangeriens?
As far as I know, no one here has tested them. They should be very similar to tangerines, but we'll have to find out what the bottom is made from before we can assume exactly how similar.
I am buying 180 from chouyu. If it is delivered before the GB starts, I can compare it with Tealios, Retooled blacks, and Tangerines.
I'm super excited to get my hands on them! Glad that option 1 was the winner, that was what I voted for. Would like to compare these to Creamy switches and V2 Creams.
Yeah I have some creamy switches arriving Monday. Would like to compare against Tealios
As somebody who's tried both, I actually prefer the Creamy switches, both in colour (67g purple) and in feel, especially because these come with switch stickers, which help to reduce wobble.
I have the yellow ones and they dont come with switch stickers...
I think Playkeyboards was the only one that was selling them with switch stickers, and you had to buy either 90 or 110. I'm almost entirely a 65% user, so the extra is kinda useless, sadly.
Post by: tex_live_utility on Wed, 26 December 2018, 15:01:19
those look interesting. any guesses on how wobbly these would be?
Gaterons are known for being wobbly, so probably wobbly enough.
If you buy both Gateron and Cherry in 2018, you'll find that they basically wobble the same, Cherry maybe even a bit more.
Post by: wholypantalones on Wed, 26 December 2018, 16:32:07
those look interesting. any guesses on how wobbly these would be?
Gaterons are known for being wobbly, so probably wobbly enough.
If you buy both Gateron and Cherry in 2018, you'll find that they basically wobble the same, Cherry maybe even a bit more.
I think you're incredibly misinformed.
Post by: onefivenine on Wed, 26 December 2018, 18:08:43
Post by: tex_live_utility on Wed, 26 December 2018, 18:34:56
those look interesting. any guesses on how wobbly these would be?
Gaterons are known for being wobbly, so probably wobbly enough.
If you buy both Gateron and Cherry in 2018, you'll find that they basically wobble the same, Cherry maybe even a bit more.
I think you're incredibly misinformed.
Possibly? I mean that's just my opinion based on the switches that I own. You are welcome to disagree, but usually it helps to be constructive instead of just criticizing.
Post by: Olitender on Thu, 27 December 2018, 15:16:40
Post by: RamenTechMech on Thu, 27 December 2018, 15:25:42
When????? I need now!!!!!!I second this! lol
Hopefully it'll be soon tho, these switches look amazing.
Post by: chouyu on Thu, 27 December 2018, 18:17:09
Update some photos：(http://group.store.qq.com/qun/7fAcF0i9BH9sfA.SsvS.4Q!!/V3tGlo5OHFqJVxJ3VIg/800?w5=1141&h5=640&rf=viewer_421)(http://group.store.qq.com/qun/7fAcF0i9BH9sfA.SsvS.4Q!!/V3tGlo5OHBqJVyBecsd/800?w5=853&h5=640&rf=viewer_421)
(http://group.store.qq.com/qun/7fAcF0i9BH9sfA.SsvS.4Q!!/V3tGlo5OG9qJVx7GQci/800?w5=640&h5=1004&rf=viewer_421)
Post by: RamenTechMech on Thu, 27 December 2018, 18:44:49
Sounds good!
Post by: pixelpusher on Thu, 27 December 2018, 19:41:36
Post by: Darknight00z on Thu, 27 December 2018, 22:02:23
Post by: chouyu on Fri, 28 December 2018, 03:38:58
Color contrast between FEI switch and some green ano
(http://imglf5.nosdn0.126.net/img/NHpXTndlemdjdjZsTHN5YUhqMzR1Y05SZDV0MUpYQlFkbURjN3k5RWdoc2RRNUhWTllzdnV3PT0.jpg?imageView&thumbnail=2666y2000&type=jpg&quality=96&stripmeta=0&type=jpg)
(http://imglf5.nosdn0.126.net/img/NHpXTndlemdjdjZsTHN5YUhqMzR1ZitGTGJ3VHMwams0cE1XN1RPSjZIK3dPRVpvQTdMcEdBPT0.jpg?imageView&thumbnail=2666y2000&type=jpg&quality=96&stripmeta=0&type=jpg)
(http://imglf3.nosdn0.126.net/img/NHpXTndlemdjdjZsTHN5YUhqMzR1ZlVHcTNtaVVZb2xYaXZVWXMxNnlaN1gwOWxnTUlhaml3PT0.jpg?imageView&thumbnail=2666y2000&type=jpg&quality=96&stripmeta=0&type=jpg)
Post by: _ODIN_ on Fri, 28 December 2018, 03:46:57
Update againThe images don't work for me
Color contrast between FEI switch and some green anoShow Image(http://imglf5.nosdn0.126.net/img/NHpXTndlemdjdjZsTHN5YUhqMzR1Y05SZDV0MUpYQlFkbURjN3k5RWdoc2RRNUhWTllzdnV3PT0.jpg?imageView&thumbnail=2666y2000&type=jpg&quality=96&stripmeta=0&type=jpg)Show Image(http://imglf5.nosdn0.126.net/img/NHpXTndlemdjdjZsTHN5YUhqMzR1ZitGTGJ3VHMwams0cE1XN1RPSjZIK3dPRVpvQTdMcEdBPT0.jpg?imageView&thumbnail=2666y2000&type=jpg&quality=96&stripmeta=0&type=jpg)Show Image(http://imglf3.nosdn0.126.net/img/NHpXTndlemdjdjZsTHN5YUhqMzR1ZlVHcTNtaVVZb2xYaXZVWXMxNnlaN1gwOWxnTUlhaml3PT0.jpg?imageView&thumbnail=2666y2000&type=jpg&quality=96&stripmeta=0&type=jpg)
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Post by: snelltrail on Fri, 28 December 2018, 04:24:38
Post by: Darknight00z on Fri, 28 December 2018, 08:15:39
Secondly, @oldcat is the GH gb going to happen after you receive the private GB orders?
Post by: oldcat on Fri, 28 December 2018, 14:11:14
I'm sure oldcat will get us a sample when he receives them.
Secondly, @oldcat is the GH gb going to happen after you receive the private GB orders?
For GB timeline, yes it is going to happen in the next few days yes! And they will be shipped out right after GB ends as Chouyu already paid for the lot.
My switches are en route to US, probably going to take a week for them to arrive. When I receive them I will compare them with Tangerines and Tealios.
I bought 210 myself, no free samples :) For those who asked me for free samples, I have to respectfully say sorry... I hope I could but IMO Chouyu is not doing this for a profit so we should not make her lose money.
Post by: Darknight00z on Fri, 28 December 2018, 14:13:02
Post by: oldcat on Fri, 28 December 2018, 14:15:48
sorry I did not mean free sample, but audio sample 😂 😂
I will do some testing when I get them :)
Many thanks!
Post by: oldcat on Fri, 28 December 2018, 14:17:51
They look great! Any chance of a typing demo, to hear how they sound?
I will check with Chouyu or Cary to see if they can record one.
Post by: Ashardalon on Fri, 28 December 2018, 22:38:29
Post by: chouyu on Sat, 29 December 2018, 00:33:34
Do you know how they're going to be shipped? DHL eCommerce just hit me twice with handling fees and it's pretty crippling :(
We are still considering using SF express or EMS
Try to keep the shipping cost within $15
Post by: Luciqueii on Sat, 29 December 2018, 10:06:48
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Post by: chouyu on Sat, 05 January 2019, 03:22:26
Matrix 8XV2.2 with FEI switch Typing Sounds :cool:
Gb will start at 1 am on January 7th, Beijing time, China
Post by: chouyu on Sat, 05 January 2019, 09:57:46
They look great! Any chance of a typing demo, to hear how they sound?
typing sound update
Post by: chouyu on Sat, 05 January 2019, 10:03:40
I'm sure oldcat will get us a sample when he receives them.
Secondly, @oldcat is the GH gb going to happen after you receive the private GB orders?
Will be opened by me personally. ;D
Post by: oldcat on Sat, 05 January 2019, 10:53:53
Post by: Signature on Sat, 05 January 2019, 10:56:44
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