Vortex Pure, Poker, and Race

[ShakeR]

I'm excited to announce that we will be getting a shipment of Vortex keyboards in at some point in the relatively near future
(phrased this way b/c I still don't have a precise ETA)

Limited quantities of the following will be coming in:
(sorry, we're not currently offering pre-orders)

Poker
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mx black (ABS)
mx black (PBT)
mx brown (PBT)
mx red (ABS)

Pure (all ABS)
----------------
mx black - Orange LED
mx blue - Orange LED
mx brown - Orange LED

Limited mx brown - Orange LED (aluminum case): $199
Limited mx red - Orange LED (aluminum case): $199

Race (all ABS)
---------------
mx black - Green LED
mx blue - Green LED
mx brown - Green LED
mx red - Green LED
mx black - White LED
mx blue - White LED
mx brown - White LED
mx red - Green LED

[Reptile]

I call a limited with reds!

[irjoe]

Maybe it's too early to ask, but what about other LED color options, will there be limited editions available for those too? Or will the aluminum case be only available for the orange LEDs?

[ShakeR]

Maybe it's too early to ask, but what about other LED color options, will there be limited editions available for those too? Or will the aluminum case be only available for the orange LEDs?

I'm not sure.  Haven't heard of any other colors, but can't say they won't have them.  

From the pictures I've seen, the Orange LEDs look really good.  That's saying a lot b/c pictures often don't do the back lit boards justice.

You'd also be really surprised by how good some of the less traditional LED colors look in person.  We were fairly apathetic about the Green LED Ducky Shines at first, but everyone at the office was literally shocked by how good they looked in person.

[dorkvader]

(sorry, we're not currently offering pre-orders)

I call a limited with reds!

I wish I could, as well
It's hard to pick between this and those poker kits that iMav has on sale.

[absyrd]

Looking forward to picking up a Race.

[AKIMbO]

I'm excited to announce that we will be getting a shipment of Vortex keyboards in at some point in the relatively near future
(phrased this way b/c I still don't have a precise ETA)

Limited quantities of the following will be coming in:
(sorry, we're not currently offering pre-orders)

Poker
------
mx black (ABS)
mx black (PBT)
mx brown (PBT)
mx red (ABS)

Pure (all ABS)
----------------
mx black - Orange LED
mx blue - Orange LED
mx brown - Orange LED

Limited mx brown - Orange LED (aluminum case): $199
Limited mx red - Orange LED (aluminum case): $199

Race (all ABS)
---------------
mx black - Green LED
mx blue - Green LED
mx brown - Green LED
mx red - Green LED
mx black - White LED
mx blue - White LED
mx brown - White LED
mx red - Green LED

You listed mx red race w/ green leds twice.

[mbc]

I wish I could, as well
It's hard to pick between this and those poker kits that iMav has on sale.

hm..
a diy kit for 175 or a limited edition fully assembled board for 199.. really difficult

[Geekmie]

Will the limited Race be available? Race with white(or pink) caps, LED and case?

[Geekmie]

Maybe it's too early to ask, but what about other LED color options, will there be limited editions available for those too? Or will the aluminum case be only available for the orange LEDs?

Highly doubt it. As far as I know, orange LED version is the only choice for this time and no plans or even rumors for other LED color yet...But believe me, orange looks really great!

[ShakeR]

Will the limited Race be available? Race with white(or pink) caps, LED and case?

No idea on these or any other models not listed at the top of the thread.  I literally told Vortex to send me everything they had in stock (not much), but I can say for sure that what they do currently have available is listed above.

As for future models, we're working on getting some of the aluminum cases in various colors, but that's about it that's not listed above.

[Rumudiez]

I'm not looking forward to orange LEDs personally, but swapping LEDs out on Cherry boards is a cakewalk, so I won't mind a bit. Now I need to decide if I have the money for a limited edition or not...

[WRXChris]

As for future models, we're working on getting some of the aluminum cases in various colors, but that's about it that's not listed above.

I'll take this opportunity to express my interest for purple LEDs!!!  I'm holding out on buying a pure until I find one with an aluminum case, purple LEDs, and MX reds or blues.

[Roguemaster8]

This is awesome news, I was hoping you guys would pick up on their popularity!

[dorkvader]

hm..
a diy kit for 175 or a limited edition fully assembled board for 199.. really difficult

It really is, at least for me. I'm actually more interested in DIY myself: I feel like I get more out of it, though it can certainly be more expensive (iMav's kit doesn't come with switches), but I prefer the case on the pure. That said, I love the idea of plate mount with the poker, but the orange LED's entice me. It's really a hard choice.

If the pure came unassembled, I'd get it for sure no problem. Maybe I'll wait until Aluminium cased keyboards become more popular.

As far as LED's go, though I'm a fan of the colour green, you can't really get a "dark green" LED colour, so as far as the intense (pure) colours go, orange is actually really nice. Also, limited edition, hmm.

[dorkvader]

Dante: Maybe you can get a plate from someone in the GH GB that doesn't want theirs. I imagine it'd keep the weight about the same and solve the poker flex issue.

That said: I think carrying pures without LED's is an excellent idea. Were I not enraptured with the orange, I'd be interested in one.

Dante: I believe you can turn the LED's off on the pure. Perhaps that's the best solution.

[rocknrob]

Is there anywhere that has pics of any of these boards to see what they look like?

[metafour]

I believe you can turn the LED's off on the pure. Perhaps that's the best solution.

That works but it's not a solution to wanting to easily change springs. =\

[qtan5370]

Good luck.

I am unable to completed a order from them.  Which they hold my payment for a month and not shipping out anything. Just have to cancel and I did get the 2000 dollar back.

Hope you won't face same problem.

[megnin]

Qtan, please let people with open orders with you know the status of their order and what specific options you propose.  I, for one, am willing to wait for you to be able to complete an order with them so you can send me the keyboard I want.  I just want the status communicated to me and to be kept informed if anything changes.  Thanks.

[Djuzuh]

A lot of people have pokers.

It's just that they suck with their communication, and production delay.

[ShakeR]

Good luck.

I am unable to completed a order from them.  Which they hold my payment for a month and not shipping out anything. Just have to cancel and I did get the 2000 dollar back.

Hope you won't face same problem.

Communication w/ Vortex is very hit and miss.  Seems like high quality / high demand product w/ too little infrastructure to support it.  Good problem to have for Vortex.  Frustrating for distributors... I'm optimistic and will keep everyone posted.

[tobr1an]

Very interesting!

[mkawa]

Communication w/ Vortex is very hit and miss.  Seems like high quality / high demand product w/ too little infrastructure to support it.  Good problem to have for Vortex.  Frustrating for distributors... I'm optimistic and will keep everyone posted.

let me know if you need help with translation. i have also dealt with them before.

[ShakeR]

let me know if you need help with translation. i have also dealt with them before.

Their English is actually quite good, it's mostly just getting in touch.

Good news!  It seems like we're likely only a day or two away from the shipment leaving Taiwan.  Will let everyone know as soon as I have a definite ETA.

[ShakeR]

Also, some other variations may be available and we may be missing others / getting less stock of a specific model.  It looks like I'll likely have to wait till the keyboards are at the store before I can release official inventory.  I think the changes to what we're getting will mostly just add variety - so this is a good thing

[absyrd]

Nice! Want a white led race w/ browns to hold me over!

[ShakeR]

Official Shipment ETA according to FedEx - May 31st, 2012

[absyrd]

Official Shipment ETA according to FedEx - May 31st, 2012

Nice! Sooner than I expected.

[yearn4]

no blue poker?

[vertopci]

Don't suppose the Races came in today?

[absyrd]

Don't suppose the Races came in today?

I hope they are sorting through the shipment now.

[irjoe]

I would like to immediately throw some cash at my screen if the KBT pure with White LED's are available.

[tobr1an]

Will th ey be on ur website anytime soon?

[ShakeR]

Customs delay... Hoping they come in Monday. I'm out of town so my Interweb access is spotty.

Taking pics / posting may take an extra day or two. It is top priority though

[absyrd]

Update?

[metafour]

Been searching the site randomly. Here's the search page for Pokers. Only reds and blacks show up and reds are listed as out of stock.

http://www.mechanicalkeyboards.com/search.php?switch_id=ALL&size=ALL&keyword=poker

Here's the search page for Pures. Blacks, Browns and Blues with only Browns listed as in stock.

http://www.mechanicalkeyboards.com/search.php?switch_id=ALL&size=ALL&keyword=pure

[absyrd]

Been searching the site randomly. Here's the search page for Pokers. Only reds and blacks show up and reds are listed as out of stock.

http://www.mechanicalkeyboards.com/search.php?switch_id=ALL&size=ALL&keyword=poker

Here's the search page for Pures. Blacks, Browns and Blues with only Browns listed as in stock.

http://www.mechanicalkeyboards.com/search.php?switch_id=ALL&size=ALL&keyword=pure

Nice work.

[Rafen]

I think the pure is going to be my next keyboard. :rockon:

[Snooter]

Damn I was really hoping to get a Poker with red switches, looks like I am already out of luck. I was waiting for him to update this page when they were available but I guess he never did.

[irjoe]

Picked up the poker with reds, sorry buddy. I've been checking their websites twice a day, and finally snagged one when I didn't see any pure in reds coming in this batch.
I might get a pure with reds next time they're on sale, and see which i want to keep

[vertopci]

Where did the Races go?

[yearn4]

irjoe do update us with pictures if it arrives
i wanna see if vortex manufactured these or if they are just from a long time ago

[irjoe]

@4en, what do you mean if vortex manufactured these, were the OEM for the poker different?

[yearn4]

just wanna see if they are old ones not sold yet or were actually manufactured recently since no one else is able to get a hold of them right now

[Snooter]

Well I suppose I should have been doing the same... O well maybe Ill get them next time. I would really like a Poker but not clue where else to get one. Any advice on that?

[irjoe]

just wanna see if they are old ones not sold yet or were actually manufactured recently since no one else is able to get a hold of them right now

If so, what are some things I can look out for to check whether it's a newer version or not?

@Snooter: I'm not sure.. i think Feng and P.S. were selling some in batches a week ago, check in with them to see if they'll start another GB.

[absyrd]

Still no Race. Perhaps they only got a partial shipment.

[Snooter]

@Snooter: I'm not sure.. i think Feng and P.S. were selling some in batches a week ago, check in with them to see if they'll start another GB.

I saw the group buy that Feng had going on but the only switches available were browns and I would really like reds. I'm just gonna keep my eyes peeled from now on.

[ShakeR]

First of all, sorry for my late reply and lack of updates.  I've been out of the country for the past several days and it was a nightmare posting the few models we have up now.  I'm back at the office tomorrow and I should have all available inventory posted.  I'll do my best to update FB and GH as soon as they're up, but please know that some models have 1 - 3 units only, so if someone's wearing out their F5 key, they may beat you to it.  I want to say the Red MX Poker is the only model we got in that only had 1 unit.  Nice grab irjoe  Sorry snooter - I will try very hard to get more.  I don't think they're EOL, so you should be fine.

[ShakeR]

Where did the Races go?

Will be up tomorrow! (can't promise pictures)

Depending on how many fires I have to put out, I should have them up by noon or 1 (CST).  I'll post here and FB as soon as it's done.

[metafour]

If a Pure with blues is available when I check I might just go for the impulse buy.

[Snooter]

Thanks for letting me know so I am not furiously hitting f5 tomorrow ShakeR. I don't know if you do any kind of pre orders or anything like that but I am definitely interested in a Poker with reds.

[suprsmo]

I'd be keen for a poker with browns (pbt).

[metafour]

Still not up...... :/

Will be up tomorrow! (can't promise pictures)

Depending on how many fires I have to put out, I should have them up by noon or 1 (CST).  I'll post here and FB as soon as it's done.

Patience young padawan.

[ShakeR]

I'd be keen for a poker with browns (pbt).

Listing created.  So awesome we actually have this exact spec model

We'll have (3) units listed as in stock in the next 30 minutes.

On another note:  Does anyone have good pics for the RACE they can link?

[absyrd]

Got what I was waiting for. Thanks for the update! No F5'n necessary.

[sainrub]

GOLLY GEE WALLY what a great selection in stock. I just bought a lightly used KBT Pure MX Brown w/ Orange LED's but that Pure MX RED w/ Purple Drink is SAWEET!!

[ShakeR]

GOLLY GEE WALLY what a great selection in stock. I just bought a lightly used KBT Pure MX Brown w/ Orange LED's but that Pure MX RED w/ Purple Drink is SAWEET!!

Haha! Glad you like it! Remember, you can never have too many mechanical keyboards

Just to clarify for anyone reading, sainrub purchased his used KBT Pure from some one else as we do not currently offer any used models.

[sainrub]

Haha! Glad you like it! Remember, you can never have too many mechanical keyboards

Just to clarify for anyone reading, sainrub purchased his used KBT Pure from some one else as we do not currently offer any used models.

Yes that is correct, sorry if my wording implied that. The real kicker is I only saved $4 instead of buying it from you guys new.

Thats alright, the seller is real cool so im glad we are both happy.

[ShakeR]

Yes that is correct, sorry if my wording implied that. The real kicker is I only saved $4 instead of buying it from you guys new.

Thats alright, the seller is real cool so im glad we are both happy.

Ahh man... that's rough.  If it's only 'slightly' used, so you should be fine  At least you know you can always buy a new one for about the same price if you want to switch it up.

[cactux]

Any plans to stock the Pure with purple leds, blue mx, and red aluminum case.
If yes when are you expecting such boards?

BTW how much is the shipping to Australia?

[Ovoxo]

Finally!! Picked up a pure w/ red switches and purple leds!

[vertopci]

Did you get any Races in green led and MX browns?

[suprsmo]

Listing created.  So awesome we actually have this exact spec model

We'll have (3) units listed as in stock in the next 30 minutes.

On another note:  Does anyone have good pics for the RACE they can link?

argh just woke up.. trying to order one..

[suprsmo]

^^ Ordered..

Pretty heavy shipping to Aus though

And adding 2 x more switches was going to cost me an extra 10.. took those guys back out!

[metafour]

Finally!! Picked up a pure w/ red switches and purple leds!

So tempting! This is what originally got me interested in the Pure...

[Ovoxo]

So tempting! This is what originally got me interested in the Pure...

DO IT!

[Rafen]

I would love to find a pure with browns or blues that has the purple leds.

[metafour]

I would love to find a pure with browns or blues that has the purple leds.

Yeah I was hoping for blue switches with purple LEDs but it's only reds. Better than nothing!

[Snooter]

Is there a difference between the Pokers and t he Pures besides the LEDs? Also can you turn the LEDs off or are they perma on?

[jdcarpe]

There are three modes. Off, on, and "breathing" mode. Toggle between them with Fn + B.

[dorkvader]

Is there a difference between the Pokers and t he Pures besides the LEDs? Also can you turn the LEDs off or are they perma on?

I think the Pure has an extra standoff on the PCB, so it won't flex as much as a poker.

[Snooter]

I think the Pure has an extra standoff on the PCB, so it won't flex as much as a poker.

So would most custom cases work with a Pure or is gonna be purely on a case by case basis here?

[jdcarpe]

So would most custom cases work with a Pure or is gonna be purely on a case by case basis here?

Haha. Case by case. Funny!

I am using my Pure in a Treble318 case right now, and it was designed for the Poker without the extra mounting standoff. Works great for me!

[Snooter]

Haha. Case by case. Funny!

I am using my Pure in a Treble318 case right now, and it was designed for the Poker without the extra mounting standoff. Works great for me!

Haha I realized what I had done after I posted and thought I'd just leave it hoping it would amuse someone. Success!

That is good to know, I have been holding out for a poker with reds but if the Pure are exactly the same cept with LEDs then I think that seems like the better buy. Anything I am missing though?

[jdcarpe]

It helps some with PCB flex in the middle center of the board. The top center still flexes, though. Vortex should have put another mounting standoff between the "6" and "7" keys. That's where the flex is most noticeable now.

[jdcarpe]

Haha I realized what I had done after I posted and thought I'd just leave it hoping it would amuse someone. Success!

That is good to know, I have been holding out for a poker with reds but if the Pure are exactly the same cept with LEDs then I think that seems like the better buy. Anything I am missing though?

The other difference is the 1.75-unit right shift and the tilde "~" key to the right of it. Other than that, the layout is the same. The Fn layer has changed, but if this is your first Vortex, you won't be bothered by that.

[Snooter]

The other difference is the 1.75-unit right shift and the tilde "~" key to the right of it. Other than that, the layout is the same. The Fn layer has changed, but if this is your first Vortex, you won't be bothered by that.

Thanks! I don't think that will bother me too much. I think I'll buy the Pure and that should sate my appetite. But as soon as I see a Poker with reds I'll probably jump right on that as well haha.

[therecorder]

Listing created.  So awesome we actually have this exact spec model

We'll have (3) units listed as in stock in the next 30 minutes.

On another note:  Does anyone have good pics for the RACE they can link?

Were these listed yet? (Poker - Browns)

[metafour]

Were these listed yet? (Poker - Browns)

Listing created.  So awesome we actually have this exact spec model

We'll have (3) units listed as in stock in the next 30 minutes.

On another note:  Does anyone have good pics for the RACE they can link?

From this post: http://geekhack.org/showthread.php?31405-Vortex-Pure-Poker-and-Race&p=612062&viewfull=1#post612062

I believe they were but since there were so few they probably sold out really quickly.

[ShakeR]

From this post: http://geekhack.org/showthread.php?31405-Vortex-Pure-Poker-and-Race&p=612062&viewfull=1#post612062

I believe they were but since there were so few they probably sold out really quickly.

Yeah, we had (3) come in with PBT caps and all of them sold in less than 36 hours.

[vertopci]

Shaker, did you guys get any races with mx browns with green leds?

Just wondering if I should wait for them to be listed or grab the white led version

[metafour]

My hand was forced. I purchased the last Pure with purple leds and red switches.

[ShakeR]

Shaker, did you guys get any races with mx browns with green leds?

Just wondering if I should wait for them to be listed or grab the white led version

What we have available, is all posted.  

We had about 16 boxes come in with no outer SKUs / labels, so we have to take them out one at a time to figure out what exact layout is being used.  If we run across any 'one-offs' that weren't on the packing invoice, I'll be sure to update you, but I wouldn't count on it.

Go for the white

[Snooter]

My hand was forced. I purchased the last Pure with purple leds and red switches.

I bought the one right before you :high5:

[ShakeR]

Were these listed yet? (Poker - Browns)

The only Poker - Browns we received were PBT caps and those sold out really fast.

Here's other Vortex Browns:

http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/search.php?keyword=&switch_id=2&size=ALL&man=27&key_plastic=ALL&interface=ALL&cord_length=ALL&usb_kro=ALL&ps2_kro=ALL&x=51&y=14

[metafour]

I bought the one right before you :high5:

There were 4 for quite a while. Originally there were 5. As soon as I checked and saw it down to 1 it was Game Over.

[WRXChris]

There were 4 for quite a while. Originally there were 5. As soon as I checked and saw it down to 1 it was Game Over.

Didn't you just post that you're "getting out of the game"? lol  

I have one of them in my shopping cart; can't make up my mind whether to pull the trigger, esp. with the impending filco red shipment...  I must have a pure with purple LEDs but I don't need so many red switches!!

[metafour]

Didn't you just post that you're "getting out of the game"? lol  

I have one of them in my shopping cart; can't make up my mind whether to pull the trigger, esp. with the impending filco red shipment...  I must have a pure with purple LEDs but I don't need so many red switches!!

Getting out of the game to me meant getting out of the constant checking for rare stuff and the like in the classifieds and pairing down all the stuff I have that isn't really being used. Not stepping away from mechanical keyboards in general. Reds were my first board and ever since I saw the Pure with purple LEDs I wanted one with red switches. FYI, they're now out of stock as I purchased the last available one.

I will most likely sell the one Poker I have now once I get the Pure.

[MagicUser]

I bought the one right before you :high5:

My friend and I bought the two previous to you.  =D

[metafour]

My friend and I bought the two previous to you.  =D

I blame the three of you for my impulse buy!

[Snooter]

There were 4 for quite a while. Originally there were 5. As soon as I checked and saw it down to 1 it was Game Over.

Yea I was F5ing the page the whole day and didn't know if I wanted to pull the trigger then I saw it was down to 2 and was like oo man I better jump on this quick. So I did.

Edit: You thinking of selling a Poker with Reds?

[Bar81]

Just picked up a new Poker with black switches and PBT keys.  Really nice but it still flexes.  Getting an aluminum case for it next month and we'll see if that helps.

[SaiZn]

Any idea of when there will be more Pures with blue switches?

[RickyJ]

Is the Poker that flexible?  I have to press really hard to get my Race to flex at all in the middle.

[Bar81]

Is the Poker that flexible?  I have to press really hard to get my Race to flex at all in the middle.

I think you are misreading what is being said.  The flexing is not major, you have to apply a decent amount of pressure.  For those of us who are heavy handed, it is a minor issue.  It doesn't ruin the keyboard but it also shouldn't be there.

[mithinza]

ShakeR. May I ask something?

I have an interest in 'Vortex KBT PURE LIMITED Orange LED Backlit'

I visited MechanicalKeyboards.com, But I realized that there is not an shipping option to Korea.




Is it possible to send that stuff to Korea?

[ShakeR]

ShakeR. May I ask something?

I have an interest in 'Vortex KBT PURE LIMITED Orange LED Backlit'

I visited MechanicalKeyboards.com, But I realized that there is not an shipping option to Korea.




Is it possible to send that stuff to Korea?

Not currently.  We started the site off shipping everywhere (206+ countries).  A fraudulent overseas order sneaked through and shipped about a month in. The fraud apparently got the word out and about a week later we had 13 fraudulent overseas orders placed in a 24 hour period.  They were all canceled, but we had to scramble and remove 'ship to' countries like crazy.  We're working on finding a 'cart compatible' solution that will allow us to add most of the countries back (including South Korea) and still prevent the fraudsters, but in the meantime we have to be incredibly careful.  The messed up part is that if some fraud uses a stolen credit card on our site, and we cancel / refund the order and even go out of our way to call the victim to let them know to cancel their card, Visa / MC still charge us a $25 fee for the simple fact that the card was used on our site...

Please note: none of the credit card information was stolen on our site.  CC info stolen from another site or physical location was used on our site in an attempt to purchase keyboards.  We never store CC information and all checkouts are SSL encrypted.

[Guillairmo]

Why does everyone like the poker better than the pure? Doesn't the pure have little to no PCB flex?

[jdcarpe]

Why does everyone like the poker better than the pure? Doesn't the pure have little to no PCB flex?

PCB flex is about the same, actually. Even in an aluminum case.

People like the Poker more than the Pure for a couple reasons, basically:
1. Some people don't like backlighting, and most Pures available until now have included backlighting.
1a. Because of the backlighting LEDs, in order to swap the springs and/or stems in a Pure, you have to first desolder all the LEDs before the switch housing can be opened. On the Poker, there are only 7 LEDs to be desoldered for a switch mod.
2. Pure has 1.75-unit right shift and a dedicated ~` key just to the right of that shift. Makes it hard to find snazzy keycap sets that will fit the Pure. Poker has a standard US/ANSI layout.

[danielucf]

Any chance you will get the Race with PBT caps and no back lighting? Qtan has some and they have MX White switches, but I would be happy with reds or browns, or clears if some black magic and voodoo took place.

[ShakeR]

Any chance you will get the Race with PBT caps and no back lighting? Qtan has some and they have MX White switches, but I would be happy with reds or browns, or clears if some black magic and voodoo took place.

So close, yet so far...

I think we'll have Black MX, Blue MX, and White MX in later this month or early next.

[Rafen]

Are you going to be receiving any of the Poker w/ brown switches in again or are they done being manufactured?

[oneproduct]

Why does everyone like the poker better than the pure? Doesn't the pure have little to no PCB flex?

PCB flex is about the same, actually. Even in an aluminum case.

People like the Poker more than the Pure for a couple reasons, basically:
1. Some people don't like backlighting, and most Pures available until now have included backlighting.
1a. Because of the backlighting LEDs, in order to swap the springs and/or stems in a Pure, you have to first desolder all the LEDs before the switch housing can be opened. On the Poker, there are only 7 LEDs to be desoldered for a switch mod.
2. Pure has 1.75-unit right shift and a dedicated ~` key just to the right of that shift. Makes it hard to find snazzy keycap sets that will fit the Pure. Poker has a standard US/ANSI layout.

I like the poker more than the pure because of the function layer. I think that the changes they made to it made it considerably worse. Still hoping that one day I can get a 60% keyboard that's programmable.

[jdcarpe]

I like the poker more than the pure because of the function layer. I think that the changes they made to it made it considerably worse. Still hoping that one day I can get a 60% keyboard that's programmable.

You will. See this thread: http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=34959.0

[Drakan290]

hey ShakeR, any chance you guys are getting the Vortex Pure Limited w/ mx Browns and orange backlight in any time soon?

I'd love to place a pre-order!

[ShakeR]

I honestly don't think they're making anymore. They might if I ask though just no sure how long it will take.

[shibbyllama889]

In reference to the non-led Pures, how many LEDs does it have? I know the Poker has 6 or 7 LEDs for the dip switch modes. I'm looking for a keyboard that will be easy to do switch mods. Therefore having to do minimal soldering is ideal. Also, do you forsee getting any more non-mx black Pokers in?

[samwisekoi]

You show stock of Pure Browns.  Do you  know if the Pure has the same "arrow lock" mode as the poker? And the ability to move the Fn key to the left?

Thanks in advance,

 -Ron -| samwisekoi

[Cindori]

No and Yes.

Just google "kbt pure manual"

[samwisekoi]

No and Yes.

Just google "kbt pure manual"

I did, and Google pointed me to...  the manuals thread on geekhack.org.

According to the notoriously inaccurate KBT manual, the arrow key mode creates an inverted T from Alt, Win, Ctrl & Shift. So you lose Shift_R if you keep it in that mode:

FN + Space:
  Switching Shift_Right and ↑
  Switching Alt_Right and ←
  Switching Win_Right and ↓
  Switching Ctrl_Right and →

Hopefully that is accurate, and either someone who owns one can try and confirm or deny OR MechanicalKeyboards.com will confirm it before I buy one.

Thanks very much,

 - Ron | samwisekoi

[Cindori]

I do own one, and the manual is accurate. Not sure what you are viewing, but googling "kbt pure manual" gives me this pdf.

as you can see, you can either lock shift-alt-win-ctrl on the right side to act as arrow keys, or you can modify J K L I to arrow keys by pressing down FN.

[samwisekoi]

I do own one, and the manual is accurate. Not sure what you are viewing, but googling "kbt pure manual" gives me this pdf.

as you can see, you can either lock shift-alt-win-ctrl on the right side to act as arrow keys, or you can modify J K L I to arrow keys by pressing down FN.

I came here: http://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=34366.0;attach=1816

Thanks very much for the validation!

 - Ron | samwisekoi

[naisanza]

Picked up the poker with reds, sorry buddy. I've been checking their websites twice a day, and finally snagged one when I didn't see any pure in reds coming in this batch.
I might get a pure with reds next time they're on sale, and see which i want to keep

What site do you go on? I've been looking for a kbt pure orange led with brown cherry mxs

[AriesX]

Picked up the poker with reds, sorry buddy. I've been checking their websites twice a day, and finally snagged one when I didn't see any pure in reds coming in this batch.
I might get a pure with reds next time they're on sale, and see which i want to keep

What site do you go on? I've been looking for a kbt pure orange led with brown cherry mxs

http://kbtpure.com/index.php/kbt-pure.html

[ShakeR]

Just an FYI... in the latest 'Interest Check' sent to us by Vortex, brown MX wasn't an option. 

We have some coming in on this next shipment, but I'm not sure when we'll be able to get more in the future.

[OrpheusX]

Did the shipment of new Pures and Races (w/ Milks!) come in yet? The Facebook page said today was the day. Not that I'm, y'know, anxious to place an order or anything...

[ShakeR]

Did the shipment of new Pures and Races (w/ Milks!) come in yet? The Facebook page said today was the day. Not that I'm, y'know, anxious to place an order or anything...

http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/search.php?switch_id=15&size=ALL&keyword=&in_stock=on

The Races are in