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Offline Barracuda

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Expanded from Simple Questions: 60% PCBs
« on: Sat, 31 October 2015, 08:12:55 »
Can someone explain to me the differences between GON's Nerd 60 pcb, SPRiT's 60% pcb and Winkeyless' B.FACE X2 pcb (all 60% pcbs)?
I understand that they have different customizing programs, but which one gives the brightest and most consistent back/side lighting? Are there other differences that are important to note?
Also when can we expect a custom pcb that supports 4-pin RGB leds?

A lot of questions popped up while typing this, I hope you guys can give me some answers :)
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Offline heedpantsnow

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Re: Re: Simple Questions, Simple Answers (FAQ in the OP)
« Reply #1 on: Sat, 31 October 2015, 08:43:16 »

Can someone explain to me the differences between GON's Nerd 60 pcb, SPRiT's 60% pcb and Winkeyless' B.FACE X2 pcb (all 60% pcbs)?
I understand that they have different customizing programs, but which one gives the brightest and most consistent back/side lighting? Are there other differences that are important to note?
Also when can we expect a custom pcb that supports 4-pin RGB leds?

A lot of questions popped up while typing this, I hope you guys can give me some answers :)

That's a pretty big question that will spark quite a bit of discussion; I recommend you make a separate thread as I think you would gain better insight in its own discussion. 🏻
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Re: Re: Simple Questions, Simple Answers (FAQ in the OP)
« Reply #2 on: Sat, 31 October 2015, 08:56:21 »
Can someone explain to me the differences between GON's Nerd 60 pcb, SPRiT's 60% pcb and Winkeyless' B.FACE X2 pcb (all 60% pcbs)?
I understand that they have different customizing programs, but which one gives the brightest and most consistent back/side lighting? Are there other differences that are important to note?
Also when can we expect a custom pcb that supports 4-pin RGB leds?

A lot of questions popped up while typing this, I hope you guys can give me some answers :)

I hear that Winkeyless/Hojin's customs have the best in terms of lighting capabilities. One guy that still seems to be in the shadows if not inactive is Apollo/Kailet/22kbd. His boards seem very similar to Hojin's.

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Expanded from Simple Questions: 60% PCBs
« Reply #3 on: Sat, 31 October 2015, 09:48:11 »
As suggested I made a separate thread for my questions about the different custom PCBs that are around:

Can someone explain to me the differences between GON's Nerd 60 pcb, SPRiT's 60% pcb and Winkeyless' B.FACE X2 pcb (all 60% pcbs)?
I understand that they have different customizing programs, but which one gives the brightest and most consistent back/side lighting? Are there other differences that are important to note?
Also when can we expect a custom pcb that supports 4-pin RGB leds?

A lot of questions popped up while typing this, I hope you guys can give me some answers :)
Looking for a matte Blackout V2!

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Re: Re: Simple Questions, Simple Answers (FAQ in the OP)
« Reply #4 on: Sat, 31 October 2015, 09:50:07 »

Can someone explain to me the differences between GON's Nerd 60 pcb, SPRiT's 60% pcb and Winkeyless' B.FACE X2 pcb (all 60% pcbs)?
I understand that they have different customizing programs, but which one gives the brightest and most consistent back/side lighting? Are there other differences that are important to note?
Also when can we expect a custom pcb that supports 4-pin RGB leds?

A lot of questions popped up while typing this, I hope you guys can give me some answers :)

That's a pretty big question that will spark quite a bit of discussion; I recommend you make a separate thread as I think you would gain better insight in its own discussion. 🏻

I just did, eagerly awaiting replies :)
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Re: Re: Simple Questions, Simple Answers (FAQ in the OP)
« Reply #5 on: Sat, 31 October 2015, 10:04:48 »
I hear that Winkeyless/Hojin's customs have the best in terms of lighting capabilities. One guy that still seems to be in the shadows if not inactive is Apollo/Kailet/22kbd. His boards seem very similar to Hojin's.

I have to make it clear. B-serise PCB is not mine(Hojin.Yi), but my boss's. My boss is known as "Beastmask"(Hyodong-Min) who drew A/B series, FaceU/W, mx-mini(U), U-con.

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Re: Expanded from Simple Questions: 60% PCBs
« Reply #6 on: Sat, 31 October 2015, 10:12:07 »
Does the bface not already support rgb LED's?  I thought that it did.

Zeal had made mention of an upcoming 60 with support for these; you may want to check that out.

I don't have any experience with the other two but I've done some research on GON's for my upcoming builds. Version 2.0 and later of his PCB support the Bluetooth add one, which might be distinctive about his. I'm not sure if using that module affects LED usability though. His UI for reprogramming is usually considered to be one of, if not the best.   A lot of people around here use his PCB's, and CtrlAlt used his PCB's for their custom CtrlAlt60.
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Re: Re: Simple Questions, Simple Answers (FAQ in the OP)
« Reply #7 on: Sat, 31 October 2015, 10:20:35 »
I hear that Winkeyless/Hojin's customs have the best in terms of lighting capabilities. One guy that still seems to be in the shadows if not inactive is Apollo/Kailet/22kbd. His boards seem very similar to Hojin's.

I have to make it clear. B-serise PCB is not mine(Hojin.Yi), but my boss's. My boss is known as "Beastmask"(Hyodong-Min) who drew A/B series, FaceU/W, mx-mini(U), U-con.

Oh! I'm sorry for the mistake, Hojin. :-X I keep seeing names tossed around. It's easy to not realize who is who. Thanks for the clarification. It definitely helps.  :thumb:

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Re: Expanded from Simple Questions: 60% PCBs
« Reply #8 on: Sat, 31 October 2015, 10:27:16 »
I emailed winkeyless and got answer from Hojin Yi, the B.FACE doesn't support 4-pin RGB in-switch leds.
Where did Zeal make a mention of an upcoming 60 with RGB support?
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Re: Expanded from Simple Questions: 60% PCBs
« Reply #9 on: Sat, 31 October 2015, 10:45:38 »

I emailed winkeyless and got answer from Hojin Yi, the B.FACE doesn't support 4-pin RGB in-switch leds.
Where did Zeal make a mention of an upcoming 60 with RGB support?

Maybe search the Zealio threads.
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