[IC] | GMK CYL Selene | Approved Samples!

[whysoda]

Hi Everyone! I’m back, this time bringing you something a little different. Over the past few months I've been really keen on utilizing GMK’s custom,
special-effects plastics, while also incorporating a personal love of mine, Greek Mythology. After a lot of trial and error, Selene was born.

NEW IC FORM


VENDORS & PRICING

Pricing is still TBD, but please see the list of Vendors below!

US: MechanicalKeyboards
UK: Prototypist
EU: Keygem
CN: Zfrontier
SK: SwagKeys
JP: Yushakobo
OCE: Daily Clack
SEA: PantheonKeys, ilumkb
CAN: DeskHero


COLOR & KITTING

Selene is a custom, special-effects plastic that utilizes unique base colors with a rainbow glitter reflect. See sample images for a more accurate representation of this set in real life.




APPROVED SAMPLES

NOTE: Please use the images below to see how GMK Selene will look in real life. All photos were taken on a DSLR and white balanced on a color accurate monitor. The kit renders are still accurate for what will be included per set. I am planning on posting more sample images in the future.




RENDERS

Renders are rough approximations.

ASCII-F by @enomooshikey


Austin by @driftmechanics

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Sonnet by @Mode


Ecliptica by @Dark


Merisi by @merisi.works
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SPECIAL THANKS

My partner. While he is not actively a part of the hobby, he deserves all the recognition for the endless nights of me asking him for his feedback/opinions. Vamp, for being a fantastic sounding board and wonderful friend. jeoff, for helping me see this project through and their patience navigating months of email chains.

QUESTIONS/COMMENTS/CONCERNS

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to drop me a DM over on Discord @ whysoda

PLEASE NOTE: Deskmat(s) and additional kits TBD based on IC performance.
Want to collab? Please feel free to message me via Discord or geekhack (Discord is best though!)


CHANGE LOG:

2024-10-21
- Updated the sample photos to much higher res iterations (plus a new video!)

2024-11-03
Base Kit
Added specific ISO UK 1/2/3 keys (feedback required from ISO UK users)
Added 1x accent R2 Esc
Added accent arrow keys
Removed '=' numpad key
Moved the split spacebars to the newly created spacebar kit
Moved the 'B'  key to the newly created spacebar kit

Addon Kit
Added teal accent keys
Removed spacebars to create a dedicated spacebar kit

Novelties Kit
Added teal accents

Spacebar Kit (NEW)
Added 6.25u & 7u spacebars in both purple & teal accent colorways

OVERALL
Added labels to all renders to easily identify sizes of keycaps

2024-11-08
Added [' @], [#~], and [\|] keys for proper UK ISO kitting

2024-11-19
Vendor list updated!

2024-12-16
First samples received, have sent feedback to GMK and waiting to see second round of samples

2025-08-02
Still in the sampling phase, but the finish line is in sight! Hoping to post photos of all approved samples here when everything is ready.

2025-11-24
Approved samples! We made it! Vendor list updated again with a new addition for the JP market


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[dinkle]

Say less; I'm in

[TheManicGeek]

THIS SET, IN MY VEINS, IMMEDIATELY, if not sooner. Please and thank you.

[Gemmmmmmmmmmmmmy]

Really cool, GLWIC

[AMZ]

In for sure 

[scorcher36]

As much the idea is cool. The color choice is extremely polarizing and most likely will not go well with most keebs. Purple itself is a hard color to nail combined with special effects and the sample if anything to go by. The actual product may have extreme discrepancies with the render. GLWIC.

[xLeHoy]

I hope the whole set turns out how you want it to look. Not really keen on the Special-effects stuff after the Future Funk 2 "debacle"

GLWIC!

[enomooshiki]

omg!!! looks pretty gooooooood

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

GMK Cosmos had samples prior to the GB being run. I’d be game for a set if we saw what we were getting like we did w Cosmos. Anything prior to that is tough to commit.

[VAMP]

GLWIC! im 100% in!

[whysoda]

GMK Cosmos had samples prior to the GB being run. I’d be game for a set if we saw what we were getting like we did w Cosmos. Anything prior to that is tough to commit.

Hi! Yes, I am in talks with GMK currently to see what is possible about getting a sample. Will keep the IC updated here as much as possible as I find out more

[whysoda]

Hi Everyone!

First off, I just want to say a big thank you to everyone who has interacted with this post, messaged me personally, or filled out the IC! I realized today that I never made a post for a proper change log, so I will be adding that to the main body of the IC post so there's no doom scrolling to find updates.

Two big things I wanted to share here first:

1) I have updated the sample photos in the IC to much higher res iterations (plus a new video!) to help demonstrate the vision I see for Selene. Please note that these samples are just for reference, and the final product will use a unique special-effects plastic with purple and teal reflects that is in the same vein as these samples.

2) I am in talks with GMK currently about the best way to proceed forward with generating samples. That being said, I have been told that there should be no issues with manufacturing this, which is ultimately great news. Soon as I get more information, I will share here.

I am keeping an eye on everyone's feedback/thoughts on kitting, vendors they'd like to see, artisan makers, and so on. I am working through making a few modifications on the kits as well based on what I've heard. Will share those updates here when ready. Thank you again to everyone's feedback, it is much appreciated

[twitchytheinsideman]

bling bling

[Faraday]

this is lit

[whysoda]

bling bling

I do love some good bling

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

The sample w the green sparklies is a CR black base? Is that the desired sparkly density? But…bluish? Looks cool. Looking forward to your color sample.

[whysoda]

The sample w the green sparklies is a CR black base? Is that the desired sparkly density? But…bluish? Looks cool. Looking forward to your color sample.

Hello! Yes, the sample with the green and yellow reflects is a CR black base. The density will be about 10-15% less than the sample with teal and purple reflects.

[KenGuru]

Looks cool! Personally not really into the special effects, but i hope it turns out well.
Good luck with the GB!

[Cringelord]

Sparkly black.

[whysoda]

Hi Everyone! Quite a few changes on this update. Please see the list of changes both here in this post in addition to the change log on the main IC post. I've also created a new IC Form, so please fill that out at your earliest convenience. Thank you! <3

Base Kit
Added specific ISO UK 1/2/3 keys (feedback required from ISO UK users)
Added 1x accent R2 Esc
Added accent arrow keys
Removed '=' numpad key
Moved the split spacebars to the newly created spacebar kit
Moved the 'B'  key to the newly created spacebar kit

Addon Kit
Added teal accent keys
Removed spacebars to create a dedicated spacebar kit

Novelties Kit
Added teal accents

Spacebar Kit (NEW)
Added 6.25u & 7u spacebars in both purple & teal accent colorways

OVERALL
Added labels to all renders to easily identify sizes of keycaps

[Minisofu]

This set is beautiful, amazing choice of colors. I would eat it 

[whysoda]

This set is beautiful, amazing choice of colors. I would eat it 

I would highly suggest not eating the set for fear of indigestion (lol), but thank you so much for the kind words!! <3

[s4r9am]

I really do appreciate having the UK ISO kit in the base kit. It would be an insta buy for me.

But it is missing a few keys.



You're missing [' @], [#~], and [\|].

[whysoda]

I really do appreciate having the UK ISO kit in the base kit. It would be an insta buy for me.

But it is missing a few keys.

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You're missing [' @], [#~], and [\|].

Thanks so much for the callout! To be frank, I don't use UK ISO kitting myself, so I appreciate the flag. The base kit has been updated to include the missing keys mentioned :)

[Adriano]

if iso-uk how about doing international kit iso-de needed

[whysoda]

if iso-uk how about doing international kit iso-de needed

if there's enough interest I'm happy to create an international kit!

[OrinNYC]

Are the bottom rows a lighter purple or is that just a render effect?

[Nevrest]

This purple looks on point. GLWIC

[bigmaxnonions]

Are the bottom rows a lighter purple or is that just a render effect?

I think its a render effect due to the different GMK row profiles.

[whysoda]

Are the bottom rows a lighter purple or is that just a render effect?

I think its a render effect due to the different GMK row profiles.

Ty for answering onion! Yes, that illusion is happening due to how the lighting in the render is interacting with the various GMK row profiles, not because they are different colors

[whysoda]

Hi all! Most exciting news, vendor list has been updated. Looking forward to your continued support/feedback on Selene. Thank you! <3

US: MechanicalKeyboards
UK: Prototypist
EU: Keygem
CN: Zfrontier
SK: SwagKeys
OCE: Daily Clack
SEA: PantheonKeys, ilumkb
CAN: DeskHero

[EdgeOfInfinity]

if we can get samples before GB, i'll def consider this one. glwic!

[whysoda]

if we can get samples before GB, i'll def consider this one. glwic!

Thank you! I'm working with GMK now to see if we can make that happen

[whysoda]

Hi everyone! As we come closer to the end of year, I hope you're all staying happy, healthy, and you're able to celebrate the holidays with your loved ones. Quick update here, I received the first batch of samples from GMK and have asked for a few revisions, hoping to get new samples early next year

[Zurichan]

That looks really nice! But also will there be any renders with the accents on a board? And will it be slightly metallic? It's kinda hard to tell.

[whysoda]

That looks really nice! But also will there be any renders with the accents on a board? And will it be slightly metallic? It's kinda hard to tell.

Hi there! I was not planning on updating the renders with accents on the board at this time.

Regarding the sheen on the keycaps, that's from the lighting in the render. The final keycaps will still be abs plastic. I'm waiting on a revised sample from GMK at this time to share with everyone, and will update here when that comes in

[whysoda]

Hey everyone! Hope you're doing well, quick update here. I had a call with the GMK team this morning to go over next steps for the next round of sampling. Look forward to sharing more news with you all soon!

[konstantin]

If you're already offering keys like 1.5u Shift, 1.5u Supers, basic 40s and both types of ISO support, please also consider including R3 PgUp, R4 PgDn for 65%/75% support in base, or shifting some of the aforementioned keys to the extensions kit (consider how popular each of those is; I especially don't think you need both ISO-UK and terminal ISO in base).

Otherwise, I really like the idea behind this set, and I'd be interested in picking one up.

[whysoda]

Hey All,

Wow, it has been QUITE some time since I have last posted and hope that you are all doing well. I just wanted to give an update to everyone regarding this IC and reassure everyone that this project is not dead in the water and is still actively being worked on.

First off, thank you everyone for your patience with my absence, and sincerest apologies that I haven't updated here in months. Unfortunately I had a few medical/personal emergencies that happened outside of the keyboard space and I had to shift my priorities elsewhere for a bit. Now that things have settled down, I can post more frequently here with updates as they come in.

Second, I have been in the thick of sampling for many, many months now and there has been extensive back and forth conversations about dialing in the overall look/making sure the materials are meeting expectations, and I can confidently say the finish line is in sight! There are still some minor tweaks that I'd like to make before giving the final sign off on the samples, but I promise the results will absolutely be worth it.

As always, if you ever have questions/concerns and want to reach me directly, please don't hesitate to reach out at my discord handle @whysoda

Look forward to updating everyone as this project continues to progress, thank you!

[jawoo]

 

[jawoo]

Having Zfrontier as a vendor can be a mistake. They scammed many in China, they don't deliver the products people paid for.

[reidweb]

Just to say, I'm in love with this set - and so happy it includes UK ISO.

[godsson]

Second, I have been in the thick of sampling for many, many months now and there has been extensive back and forth conversations about dialing in the overall look/making sure the materials are meeting expectations, and I can confidently say the finish line is in sight! There are still some minor tweaks that I'd like to make before giving the final sign off on the samples, but I promise the results will absolutely be worth it.

It's this attention to detail that separates good from great. This set already looks excellent, and the choices are creative. Definitely looking forward to this one.

[whysoda]

Hi Everyone! I'm back once again just as we're heading into the end of 2025. Once again, apologies all for such a delayed update. More medical/personal emergencies came up about a week after my initial post here, but I'm okay now!

Big update for those that are still following this set - samples have officially been approved! I have updated the IC link here with white balanced photos of the approved samples in both direct sunlight and in the shade. Please note, how the images look will vary depending on what device you are looking at the samples on. I white balanced these photos on a color accurate monitor, so your viewing mileage may vary.

That being said, I'm planning on taking more photos of the samples in other lighting conditions, however I am currently traveling out of town for work/the holidays so I'm hoping to have those in a few weeks' time.

In addition, we have one more vendor joining the list for those in the JP market, which is super exciting!

Okay, I think that's it for now update wise. As always, please let me know your comments/thoughts, and look forward to updating you all as this project progresses, thank you

[vonn]

Man, those samples look great. I can't wait!