[IC] System_65 › Pre-order now available (ends Jan 31, shipping in February)

[mozaic]

Pre-order is live until January 31 (shipping in February)
Link to pre-order page: https://shop.mozaic.dev/products/system_65
Sign up to the mailing list to receive an additional bonus discount on some add-ons

Pricing
Pre-order: $346.5 USD
In-stock: $385 USD
Pre-order now and Save 10% off in-stock pricing.

Prototype albums: Prototype 1 (2022), Prototype 2 (2024)
For updates and behind the scenes, follow on Instagram @mozaic.dev


System_65 Interest Check

Feedback Form



Before you continue, note this is a summarized version of the details.
Read the full details here: https://shop.mozaic.dev/pages/system_65-interest-check
Instagram: @mozaic.dev

Intro
Hello everyone, I've been in this hobby for over four years now and my favourite aspect is the ability to really make a keyboard your own. The extensive DIY nature
of this hobby is amazing, and I've always enjoyed learning more about how things work. One of the things I explored early on was how to create PCBs from Gondolindrim and
Mr. Keebs, this allowed me to bring older keyboards back with USB Type C, such as the CoolerMaster Pro-S and the Apple IIGS (A9M0330) keyboard. Slowly I started to learn about
CG rendering and the intricacies of case design, and the beginnings of my first keyboard design were taking place (and a macro pad, but we'll talk about that later ). Since this
was a personal project and I was self-funding it, I decided to take a safe approach and not rush anything. The first prototypes arrived in August 2022, ever since I've switched to
using it exclusively on a daily basis, and it's a very comfortable typing experience. Since then, I have been working hard to get all the other details regarding this keyboard design
ready, so that others can enjoy it as well. New prototypes are almost finished machining and should arrive in a few weeks, which will be shared with a few creators to show off.

I'm happy to finally share details of this long project of mine, System_65.

Variants (for initial sale)
These variants were chosen for the first sale because they work well with a majority of keycap sets. I understand that to some people
these options may seem “boring”, but it's only the initial sale that will be limited to these variants to ease QC & fulfillment.
There will be more variants available in the future. (You can suggest cool color/material variants in the feedback form)

Variant	| Azure Odyssey	| Imperial White	| Triple Black
Top	| Silver	| White (E-coat)	| Black
Bottom	| Silver	| White (E-coat)	| Black
Accent Weight	| Blue PVD	| Black PVD	| Black PVD
Badge	| Blue PVD	| Black PVD	| Black PVD

Details
- Front facing weight, attached via magnets
- Badge on the bottom, attached via magnets
- Raised back, similar to Pro HG
- PCB and plate support all layout options
- PCB hotswap and solderable, supports QMK and VIA
- Plate options | Aluminum, PC, or FR-4




Specifications
Layout: 65% | split backspace, split left shift, ANSI/ISO enter, 6.25/7u spacebar
Mounting: Top mount
Typing Angle: 7 degrees
Front Height (Adjusted): 19.4 mm
Weight (Unbuilt): ~1.22 kg



What's Included
- Top
- Bottom
- Plate
- Accent Weight
- Badge
- PCB (+ Daughterboard, JST)
- SKUF (feet)
- Screws (torx)
- Magnets (pre-installed)
- Custom Packaging



Sale Format
Type: Limited Pre-Order, followed by In-Stock sale
Vendor: Mozaic
Date: 2024, TBA
Pricing: Not finalized but aiming for ~$425 USD (Pre-order) or lower if possible. $385 USD for in-stock price. Pre-order price is $346.5 USD
Add-ons: PCBs, Plates, Badges, Accent Weights

To-Do
✔ - Evaluate new prototypes, make necessary adjustments (some changes already made).
✔ - Packaging
✔ - Create a build guide
✔ - Finalize Pricing

Concept Variants (more concepts here)
These are a few of the concept variants for a group buy. Some fun two-tone designs/materials and some racing themed variants.

Blush Rouge	Charlie's Chocolate
Rosso Corsa	Racing Green

Prototypes (Renders represent final design)
Old (Album)
- Screws for accent weight
- No badge
- No Hotswap support

New (Album)
- Magnets for accent weight
- Added a badge
- Adjusted case design to support hotswap PCB
- Reduced screw count for assembly

Final (Shown in renders)
- Changed magnets sizing, position, count, and adhesive
- Fixed case design clearance for hotswap support
- Adjusted plate edge to reduce case contact
- Added small foam strips to prevent bottom-out contact

For updates, please follow on Instagram @mozaic.dev
or joining the mailing list on my website https://shop.mozaic.dev/

[irithyll]

I’ve been following this project for quite a while now and am excited to see it get closer to the sales.
I think the Blush Rouge colorway looks amazing! Might have to wait for the gb for it though.
GLWIC!

[mozaic]

I’ve been following this project for quite a while now and am excited to see it get closer to the sales.
I think the Blush Rouge colorway looks amazing! Might have to wait for the gb for it though.
GLWIC!

Hey thanks for following along, it means a lot to me.

I also want to make it clear that if a GB is confirmed, all variants that would be available for the GB will have prototypes prior to the start of the GB.
Not sample pieces of scrap materials with the required finishing, but actual working prototype keyboard builds.
I have no intention of making something for sale that hasn't been tested. 

[Designz]

Design looks really unique. Any updates on this one?

[mozaic]

Design looks really unique. Any updates on this one?

Sorry for the long delay in response.

The production is underway, PCBs have all arrived (tested and packed), and I'm currently finalizing details on the packaging design.
At the moment, it's looking like everything will be completed by September/October for an in-stock launch sale.

Best place for staying updated is to follow on Instagram, usually on my stories: @mozaic.dev

[LouLockman]

Oh, that white keyboard looks really nice. I really like your designs. Can you give me some more samples?

[mozaic]

The pre-order is finally here.
Sorry, I forgot to update this post.