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Interest Checks / Re: [IC] Class 60 V2 — 60% Retro Design Board
« Last post by MartinThePolarBear on Fri, 23 October 2026, 11:26:28 »MM Studio wasting no time dropping yet another banger
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Off Topic / Re: Gaming PC Parts discussion thread.
« Last post by tp4tissue on Fri, 23 October 2026, 09:03:23 »The irony is, if you want to push high fps, you need run the game at trash settings.
So you buy that Super high quality, uber colorful monitor, just to play games in garbage mode.
Upscaling doesn't help here, the cost to performance is enormous, and so you may consider upscaling as adding latency which defeats the purpose of these monitors.
So, you're left with Bilinear, always back to bilinear, which is what 99% of monitors/tvs use if you pipe non native resolutions to it.
Apparently, even Bicubic is too expensive to do at 120hz, let along 360hz, 500 hz, 680hz.
Bilinear is so god damn trash, you wouldn't even run your suprMimtendoo with it. YET it is the DEFAULT.
It's actually kinda ridiculous they haven't invested in a proper upscaling block, i mean that's the whole point of monitors.
They really aught to develop a fixed function chiplet that does optimized Lanczos or Sinc. It'd go A LONG WAY.
At this point of the tech stack, it really isn't asking too much. DLSS and FSR is not up to the task.
So you buy that Super high quality, uber colorful monitor, just to play games in garbage mode.
Upscaling doesn't help here, the cost to performance is enormous, and so you may consider upscaling as adding latency which defeats the purpose of these monitors.
So, you're left with Bilinear, always back to bilinear, which is what 99% of monitors/tvs use if you pipe non native resolutions to it.
Apparently, even Bicubic is too expensive to do at 120hz, let along 360hz, 500 hz, 680hz.
Bilinear is so god damn trash, you wouldn't even run your suprMimtendoo with it. YET it is the DEFAULT.
It's actually kinda ridiculous they haven't invested in a proper upscaling block, i mean that's the whole point of monitors.
They really aught to develop a fixed function chiplet that does optimized Lanczos or Sinc. It'd go A LONG WAY.
At this point of the tech stack, it really isn't asking too much. DLSS and FSR is not up to the task.
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Interest Checks / Re: [IC] Class 60 V2 — 60% Retro Design Board
« Last post by sgtfinley96 on Fri, 23 October 2026, 08:38:51 »I definitely will pick one of these up. I am really excited that this board will have alps support and I cannot wait to put alps in this one. Please make the PC version available when the GB happens.
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Off Topic / Re: What's Bothering You? (The thread about what is bothering you.)
« Last post by fohat.digs on Fri, 23 October 2026, 08:09:50 »If you are talking about plastic surgery, I often find it hideous and nauseating.
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Off Topic / Re: What are you listening to right now? [2.0]
« Last post by noisyturtle on Fri, 23 October 2026, 07:33:46 »16
Interest Checks / Re: [IC] Class 60 V2 — 60% Retro Design Board
« Last post by pixelpusher on Fri, 23 October 2026, 06:33:26 »Good stuff! I plan on picking up a brown one. Gotta decide on WKL or HHKB now. Any chance you could add some HHKB layout renders? I only see one HHKB layout up close and it has a strange chamfer on the corner blockers.
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Group Buys and Preorders / Re: [GB] GMK CYL Blanks
« Last post by mcmcmc on Fri, 23 October 2026, 05:28:05 »GMK page doesn't allow orders?
they don't do pre-order, only in-stock sale after GB. however, we've got oblotzky on board for pre-order phase. his listing is not up yet but keep an eye on it
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Interest Checks / [IC] Class 60 V2 — 60% Retro Design Board
« Last post by Totoro on Fri, 23 October 2026, 03:57:19 »[IC] Class 60 V2 — Inspired by DEC VT220-LK201
by MM Studio
Long time no see, everyone! This is MM Studio.
We are excited to share the Interest Check for our new 60% custom keyboard kit — Class 60 V2.
>>> FILL IN THE IC FORM HERE <<<
by MM Studio
Long time no see, everyone! This is MM Studio.
We are excited to share the Interest Check for our new 60% custom keyboard kit — Class 60 V2.
>>> FILL IN THE IC FORM HERE <<<
1. Background
The Class 60 V2 carries forward the design language of the Class 100, drawing inspiration from the iconic DEC (Digital Equipment Corporation) LK201 — the companion keyboard introduced with the VT220 and subsequent terminals.
Prototype Photos
2. Design & Features
- Classic PC Legend Strip:
The Class 60 V2 condenses the LK201’s signature thick bezels and large-radius rounded corners into a compact 60% form factor. Across the top bezel sits a magnetic, removable polycarbonate (PC) cover inspired by the LK201’s classic replaceable Legend Strip.
- Orange-Painted Integrated Daughterboard with Solenoid & Buzzer:
MM Studio’s signature solenoid and buzzer are once again integrated directly onto the Type-C daughterboard and positioned right beneath the PC strip. The PCB surface features a vibrant orange finish, subtly showing through the translucent PC strip.
- RGB Light Strip & Real-Time Layer Indicators:
To make the most of the PC material’s translucency, we’ve placed a full-length RGB light strip beneath the Legend Strip (which plays a power-on self-test lighting animation upon plug-in, just like vintage terminals).
Since 60% users rely heavily on Fn combos and layers for daily use, we’ve added dedicated indicator LEDs in the top-right corner for Caps Lock and real-time layer status. Every time you switch layer, the LEDs clearly display your active layer—no more guessing which layer you’re on.
- Weights & Contoured Side Profile:
The external brass bottom weight features the classic graphic design from the VT220 User’s Guide, while the internal brass weight adopts a clean stepped-groove design. The side profile features a curved, contoured waist—complementing the retro rounded front bezels while making the board much easier to pick up and move around on your desk.
- Isolated Top / Gasket Mount:
For the mounting system, the Class 60 V2 retains the proven Isolated Top Mount from the Class 100, utilizing custom-molded silicone socks over the plate tabs secured by shoulder bolts. (By design, you can also install the silicone socks without fastening the screws to run it as a pure Gasket Mount, or selectively remove screws from specific tabs to fine-tune the typing feel).
*Note: For the best typing feel and acoustic performance, we highly recommend a Half-Plate + Solder PCB build.
3. MX & EC PCB Options
- MX PCB: 1.6mm wired PCB with QMK/VIAL support (Hotswap & Solder options available). The Solder PCB also includes ALPS switch support.
- EC (Electro-Capacitive) Option: Since this is a 60% board, we decided to offer an EC PCB option alongside traditional MX builds! We are currently sourcing and testing the best dome and slider solutions—stay tuned for further updates.
- P.S. Third-Party PCB Compatibility: Because we reserved mounting points and routing for a standard Unified C3 daughterboard, the case can theoretically accommodate certain third-party MX or EC PCB even 60% Hall Effect (HE) PCBs that use a C3 daughterboard... (though RGB, solenoid, and buzzer features obviously won't work in that setup).
4. Layout & Colorway Options (WK / WKL / HHKB)
Top Case Layouts: WK / WKL / HHKB
Colorways (Tentative — subject to IC feedback):
(Note: The full PC case option is still being evaluated, as the design makes it challenging to source raw PC material thick enough without color inconsistency).
- Coated Retro White
- Coated Retro Green
- Coated Coffee
- Ano Silver
- Ano Red
- Ano Navy Blue
- PC (TBD)
5. Specifications & GB Info
- Model: Class 60 V2
- Top Case Options: WK / WKL / HHKB
- Weight: ~2.45 kg (fully built)
- Case Material: 6063 Aluminum (or PC, TBD)
- Internal Weight: Brass with anti-tarnish treatment
- Bottom Weight: Brass with anti-tarnish treatment
- Solenoid & Buzzer Support: Yes (Included)
- Pricing: About 280$ (230$ Barebone)
- GB Time: Q4 2026 TBD
- Sale Format: Unlimited Group Buy
- Estimated Lead Time: ~4-6 months after order collected
6. IC Form & More Pics
>>> CLICK HERE FOR THE IC FORM <<<
>>> Join our Discord channel for newest info! <<<
Thank you all for your continued support and valuable feedback!
>>> Join our Discord channel for newest info! <<<
Thank you all for your continued support and valuable feedback!
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Group Buys and Preorders / Re: [GB] GMK CYL Blanks
« Last post by kekstee on Fri, 23 October 2026, 03:41:10 »GMK page doesn't allow orders?
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Interest Checks / Re: [IC] KeyMaze Eden Sin
« Last post by dvorcol on Fri, 23 October 2026, 00:41:19 »GB is live now through 31 October
proto[Typist] - https://prototypist.net/products/group-buy-keymaze-eden-sin
KeyMaze - https://www.keymazeshop.com/products/keymaze-eden-sin-142-keys-metallic-finish-pbt-cherry-profile-keycaps
proto[Typist] - https://prototypist.net/products/group-buy-keymaze-eden-sin
KeyMaze - https://www.keymazeshop.com/products/keymaze-eden-sin-142-keys-metallic-finish-pbt-cherry-profile-keycaps