Double shot replacements ROUND THREE: Vote for Kits & Quantities!

[calavera]

That's not too bad I guess....It'd be great if you could take a picture of all the keycaps once SP ships them.

[noodles256]

I just want mah keys.

no rush though

[noodles256]

How about I post one of these once a week to make the time go faster?

Week One.

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Once a day if you can do it. Once a week is way to long.

[noodles256]

I didn't mean to quote the image, hmmm guess I did it on accident.

Hopefully if you post one a day, the Keycap Gods will speed up the process and they will be done. Works like a rain dance

[noodles256]

that or we get this to 4000 and MOAR free keycaps

[calavera]

I bet we'll reach post #4000 before any of us receive key caps.

[noodles256]

Did anyone actually GET the free keycaps though?

Hardforum is complaining about our group buys.

This one does seem unnecessarily complicated.  I'd recommend a simpler one next time.

I lol'ed at guy who upgraded keyboard from lycosa to a g110.

"my k/d ratio literally doubled, uber prozorz. I iz tournament/lan master"

[NimbleRabit]

Honestly I'm fine with the complexity considering how amazing this group buy has been with regards to custom keys and specialty orders.  This is one of the most impressive things I've ever seen organized on a forum, and the scale is ridiculous.

[Ekaros]

I kinda agree, this is preferable to having all these specials in different orders, just think the mess that it would make, no-one would be able to find anything at all

[narlzac85]

Honestly, I'm a scrub here and I was able to figure out how the group buy worked. Maybe people should read the first few pages, ask a question or two (its a forum for conversation after all) and someone will respond with an answer. I think this group buy worked well (its my first) and would like to see something with options like this in the future so I can get more than just the standard kit, just hopefully not too often. Maybe once we find out how long the start to finish is, maybe plan to have them ship out beginning of december? Another suggestion for the future is to have better descriptions of what each option is. I know there were a lot of them, but most of the questions seem to be "Does key-x go with set-a and fit on board-z?" Obviously, once this set comes in, we'll be able to get a lot of pictures online for future reference.

[Lpb45]

nowadays everyone wants everything right now and righaway, nobody has patience anymore for custom stuff like this.  guess its just the generation we live in

[pipedream]

nowadays everyone wants everything right now and righaway, nobody has patience anymore for custom stuff like this.  guess its just the generation we live in

 
I have plenty of patience. It's the ones that complain that are most vocal here, so those are the guys you'll notice most.

[dracaXL]

This group buy was not complex, imo, it was just extensive and comprehensive. Those who complain most likely didn't bother reading the first few pages. 7bit and iMav have done an absolutely fantastic job organising this.

[NormaJean]

I think that the fact that everything was planned out allowed for a lot of different design and will make the whole process much more rewarding when we actually get the keycaps.

I personnally wish I would've ordered more stuff, I don't feel to bad tought  because I'm already eager to wait for the next group buy. It may sound silly but I love having some thing to look forward to. It might be insignificant to some but checking out this thread between invoicing, ordering or whatever the hell I'm doing in my day job makes me a happpier man.

This group buy is not my sole reason to live but it's one of the many things that make me a happier man.

I wanted to write this down so that the individuals responsible for this project know that their efforts are appreciated and that they do make a difference.

[Lpb45]

I have plenty of patience. It's the ones that complain that are most vocal here, so those are the guys you'll notice most.

 
My comment was directed to ripsters post about the people at hardforum complaining about our group buys taking too long or being to complex,  people like that have no patience like I said they want everything and they want it RIGHT now, they wouldnt do well with a group buy like this as nothing can be RMA'd as most people like that will RMA something for ridiculous reasons or return the item all togethor because they didn't like the feel of it.  That is part of the reason why alot of electronics are even more expensive then they should be, because Joe-bob in BFE found a half millimeter scratch on the bottom underside of the feet of his monitor.

I have no problem with waiting for custom stuff like this as its unique, im not gonna run into a friend who has SP custom made keycaps thats for sure, Im sure they are happy typing on their overpriced G-19 that needs its own power supply to work though (Dont get me wrong Logitech makes solid products but at the end of the day they are just fancy overpriced rubber domes).  Sorry just rambling.

[Lpb45]

Did anyone actually GET the free keycaps though?

Hardforum is complaining about our group buys.

This one does seem unnecessarily complicated.  I'd recommend a simpler one next time.

I recommended this already, I think Zaerst may be putting one togethor soon with about 26 orders open for the color scheme he came up with (really nice looking if I do say, I will try and get him to post a pic) Im gonna try and get him to add the colored mod keys IE :  Blue Alt, green shift, red control.  Other then that I think thats gonna be it, kind of like Whiterices first Group buy and he already has the pricing from SP so we just would need to get the other 25 or so orders set.

[noodles256]

I agree on the blue alt etc. They would be sickkkkkkkkkk

[heedpantsnow]

I just want to add that I don't think the process has been too complex or too long.  Of course, shorter is always better but I'm willing to wait for cool custom 东西 (stuff).

[noodles256]

I just want to add that I don't think the process has been too complex or too long.  Of course, shorter is always better but I'm willing to wait for cool custom 东西 (stuff).

you must play dota

[Lpb45]

The OP date is 22 Dec 2010 14:33 .

This one HAS taken a loooooong time.  I got my Lucky Clover one in a month.  The first group buy in a bit over a month.

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I recommend trying to keep it shorter and simpler next time.  I could have had my money invested in the Stock Market.

I like the mock cord penis.

[wanabe]

I think Zaerst may be putting one togethor soon with about 26 orders open for the color scheme he came up with (really nice looking if I do say, I will try and get him to post a pic)

what color scheme is he considering?

[noodles256]

I am also curous on zaerst plans on a group buy, he did well with his first one

[Lpb45]

I dont wanna take over 7bits thread, I will try and get zaerst to post the color scheme soon in a new thread, hopefully we can drum up enough interest for the 30 orders.  he also has quotes which are cheaper for orders of 40 and 50 I believe just incase people really like it.

[.XL]

I don't think this process was complicated at all, and keep in mind there really is no room for complaints. 7bit and iMav did everything they could to make everyone happy, that's what is taking so long. A little patience goes a long way with this - it's a large order and will take a while. We can work on simplifying the group buy for the next rounds but for now I think we should just thank 7bit and iMav for all the hard work they've put in now and will continue to put in in the future.

I sold 13 Noppoo's and had a bit of a hard time keeping everything organized and everyone happy. I can't IMAGINE what 7bit and iMav are going through.

Thanks guys!

[wanabe]

it's not that the process was complicated, but understanding everything took some time.  the giant first post didn't really clarify how things should work, i think a concise FAQ would have gone a long way to cut down on all the questions about placing orders, updating orders, invoices, what does XXX kit include, why are the prices changing, etc.

Either way, i'm pretty excited to see these

[.XL]

The process wasn't complicated?

You work for NASA?

 
Nope - I picked out my keys, pmed 7bit_vote my order, received the invoice, paid iMav for the keys, and now I'm waiting.

[NormaJean]

nope - i picked out my keys, pmed 7bit_vote my order, received the invoice, paid imav for the keys, and now i'm waiting.

bada bing bada boom!

[tarc]

This one does seem unnecessarily complicated.  I'd recommend a simpler one next time.

Yeah, some aspects can be hazy for non-locals.

The "example" order given was not immediatly clear to me :

If you want all 485 of single, row-1 keys in BEIGE (GAL) and made from ABS, then you have to send a message to 7bit_vote containing the line:
211524 485

Maybe a showing a more common order example would easier to understand, something along:

Standard kit 1
Cherry POS 1
Commodore C= key 2
TOOL 1


Gray zones were also experimented in my understanding of what "voting" involved, was I purchasing them or just hoping for them?

I now understand the process (I think) but at first It did appear a bit cryptic.

Nevertheless, this is an amazing group buy, thanks to those who maked it happen.

[7bit]

Yeah, some aspects can be hazy for non-locals.

The "example" order given was not immediatly clear to me :



Maybe a showing a more common order example would easier to understand, something along:

Standard kit 1
Cherry POS 1
Commodore C= key 2
TOOL 1

 
That one was for the blank keys which are in stock @ Signature Plastics!

Also, it would be:

STANDARD 1
POS 1
COMMODORE 2
TOOL 1
EMAIL you e-mail address;-)

[Lpb45]

7bit, is it in any way possible to get some colored modifiers thrown in last second?  like these below.

[Ghostpixel]

Im pretty new to geekhack, and i have been reading about the group buy round three a bit for fun. It seems a bit complicated, so ill think ill wait and follow the next round if there is one so i can be there from the start One thing that worries me though, is that i really love the look of the layout in this round, and im guessing you will change it for a round four :/ I also tried to make a puzzle of the leftovers to order in page 1, to see if i could scramble together most of the keys for a nordic tenkeyless, and i think its possible to get 75 or 80 % of the needed keys somehow (if i mix and match nordic set, gamer set orange, colemak and some other keys available ) Or maybe someone have a standard set for sale in the near future Love that centered and large font.

[dracaXL]

So are you saying all the people PMing me asking for help making orders are stupid then?  Seems judgemental.

7Bit/iMav owes me $18.25.  I'm waiting for the forum upgrade whining to stop and he's in a better mood before asking for the money back.

 
They're not stupid, no. Some people are more comfortable with this format than others. I personally was able to figure it out for myself just by spending some time familiarising myself with the first few pages. If some people didn't bother to do that they were most likely time-poor and thus outsourced their problems to you. Stupity /= ignorance /= lack of effort... etc.

Also, if you're so worried about less than 20 bucks I'm guessing the stock market hasn't exactly been treating you well lately. ;-)

[dracaXL]

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Considering the keys are in production, most likely not, perhaps better left to the next round. SP already screwed up the deskthority coloured modifiers order btw (see their marketplace for deets).

But, that keyboard looks beaut.

[Lpb45]

ya I figured its worth a shot, gonna check how sp messed theirs up.  Guessing sprue molding things on the front?

[guilleguillaume]

7bit, is it in any way possible to get some colored modifiers thrown in last second?  like these below.

.........

Sixty made a Group Buy in Deskthority.net for this weeks ago but they are all ordered if I'm not wrong. Take a look there.

[wanabe]

SP already screwed up the deskthority coloured modifiers order btw (see their marketplace for deets).

sixty also mentioned that the screwup was not unique to that group buy .... :frown:

[7bit]

7bit, is it in any way possible to get some colored modifiers thrown in last second?  like these below.

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These are already on the list for Round 4.


^^^ Birthday present for my Model M from webwit.

[Lpb45]

These are already on the list for Round 4.

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^^^ Birthday present for my Model M from webwit.

Id rather not wait until r4 ships that could be a pretty long ways off, hopefully there is something else that comes up

[litster]

The red/blue/green keys look great!  I will get a few sets myself when the group buy is ready.  There maybe survey sites that could be used for people to order what they want order and should allow the organizers collect and organize the orders easily.

[litster]

Sorry to post again.  Just made this test survey up quickly.  Take a look and see if this is doable.

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/N7V7D2F

[noodles256]

that is smexy

[Gfresh404]

Maybe I'm just a moron but this seems like the most complicated **** ever.

EDIT: Can we still order stuff?

[Kelsin]

Can't wait for the next group buy now. Need to get my standard kit, and my blank full kits in all of the other colors (only got Blue this time since I was too slow and didn't realize I wanted them until it was too late!)

[godofdeath]

Yes this was complicated, to me at least
I think it had to do with the sheer amount of stuff that there is
Imsto's was much simpler

[Gfresh404]

Hopefully I can get in on the next one. I finally found the keyboard I want - I think.

Now it's time to deck it out.

[manfaux]

we are still about 3 weeks away from the SP delivering the actual keys, am I right?

[Gfresh404]

Are there any pics of the Orange gaming set?

Please tell me it's not that one from the first group buy thread with the massive letters.

[noodles256]

Are there any pics of the Orange gaming set?

Please tell me it's not that one from the first group buy thread with the massive letters.

It probably is because it is meant to work in conjunction with the STANDARD kit

[narlzac85]

You could always just get the orange blank set and then replace whatever keys YOU use for gaming. I plan to get some blank sets if I don't like the font. That's why I just ordered the standard kit and a few extra keys. I want to see if I like them, then get into the fun stuff in future group buys.

[kackburt]

I want a geekhack keycap