[IC] GMK sets interest check and planning

[LechnerDE]

So, fellow prospective buyers, what do you think?

As I said, I don't like them either and would replace them with other WoB nav keys.

I think most people are not even aware of those legends. I just noticed them today, although they were there for a couple of weeks

People will look at inlikeflynn's photos and think this is what they. They should be crossed out on the pic in the actual GB I think.

[gojira54]

Personally I like the proposed graphical legends more.
I just want to see all the sets offered hit the MOQ...

[IvanIvanovich]

Alright, I will just contact GMK back and inform them we will take one of each legend and key size combination they have... ) $4000 sets are not a problem right guys?

[LechnerDE]

Alright, I will just contact GMK back and inform them we will take one of each legend and key size combination they have

That's the spirit 

[SpAmRaY]

Alright, I will just contact GMK back and inform them we will take one of each legend and key size combination they have... ) $4000 sets are not a problem right guys?

I do know a guy who just won $4mil on a $20 lotto ticket let me see if he owes me anything...haha

[rindorbrot]

I think the symbols are fine, except the delete facing the wrong direction...

[BimboBB]

I think the symbols are fine, except the delete facing the wrong direction...

+1

[Acanthophis]

I think the symbols are fine, except the delete facing the wrong direction...

+1

+1

[damorgue]

Delete currently has the backspace legend? The backspace on the other hand has a weird arrow which does not fit the scheme of delete. They should just be mirrored versions of eachother, no?

[korrelate]

olivetti, triumph-adler (preferably the muted blue-green ones with matching mods but the lime green is nice too), coffee/cream and amiga!!

it would be nice to see some tasteful sets before silly additions like rainbow, rgb, skidata

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Jwaz,

I came across this pic while I was reviewing the thread and I was wondering if you could post a couple more pics of these keys. I'm trying to see if there's any difference in the quality of GMK keys based on their point of purchase. I just got my first set and I guess it tickles my fancy to dig in a bit more.

Also, what's the history of these keys? Originals, purchase, etc?


Cheers,

K

[Hzza]

I think the symbols are fine, except the delete facing the wrong direction...

+1

+1

Also this.

[bueller]

olivetti, triumph-adler (preferably the muted blue-green ones with matching mods but the lime green is nice too), coffee/cream and amiga!!

it would be nice to see some tasteful sets before silly additions like rainbow, rgb, skidata

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Jwaz,

I came across this pic while I was reviewing the thread and I was wondering if you could post a couple more pics of these keys. I'm trying to see if there's any difference in the quality of GMK keys based on their point of purchase. I just got my first set and I guess it tickles my fancy to dig in a bit more.

Also, what's the history of these keys? Originals, purchase, etc?


Cheers,

K

That's a Dolch set with RGB mods from one of the various GB's. Dolch sets until recently have only been available on old Dolch PAC boards and as far as I know no-one has any of the new sets from Originative yet.

[agor]

@Damorque: This is the original Cherry Backspace Icon, it is like this on every set I own

[esoomenona]

olivetti, triumph-adler (preferably the muted blue-green ones with matching mods but the lime green is nice too), coffee/cream and amiga!!

it would be nice to see some tasteful sets before silly additions like rainbow, rgb, skidata

Show Image

Jwaz,

I came across this pic while I was reviewing the thread and I was wondering if you could post a couple more pics of these keys. I'm trying to see if there's any difference in the quality of GMK keys based on their point of purchase. I just got my first set and I guess it tickles my fancy to dig in a bit more.

Also, what's the history of these keys? Originals, purchase, etc?


Cheers,

K

That's a Dolch set with RGB mods from one of the various GB's. Dolch sets until recently have only been available on old Dolch PAC boards and as far as I know no-one has any of the new sets from Originative yet.

By my eyes, that RGB set is an original Cherry dyesub set from a Desko keyboard, with A profile bottom row. (Could possibly be BSP, as I believe they've run those in a GB, as well as the B profile.)

That being said, if you were wanting doubleshot ABS to match, the ones with white legends were offered by originativeco. Whereas those with black legends were offered by them, as well as currently being on offer by Redline.

[Broadmonkey]

I believe the original Desko dye sub RGBs were also made by BSP Europe, just as the current ones that was offered by Originative. They differ in profile though.

[korrelate]

olivetti, triumph-adler (preferably the muted blue-green ones with matching mods but the lime green is nice too), coffee/cream and amiga!!

it would be nice to see some tasteful sets before silly additions like rainbow, rgb, skidata

Show Image

Jwaz,

I came across this pic while I was reviewing the thread and I was wondering if you could post a couple more pics of these keys. I'm trying to see if there's any difference in the quality of GMK keys based on their point of purchase. I just got my first set and I guess it tickles my fancy to dig in a bit more.

Also, what's the history of these keys? Originals, purchase, etc?


Cheers,

K

That's a Dolch set with RGB mods from one of the various GB's. Dolch sets until recently have only been available on old Dolch PAC boards and as far as I know no-one has any of the new sets from Originative yet.

By my eyes, that RGB set is an original Cherry dyesub set from a Desko keyboard, with A profile bottom row. (Could possibly be BSP, as I believe they've run those in a GB, as well as the B profile.)

That being said, if you were wanting doubleshot ABS to match, the ones with white legends were offered by originativeco. Whereas those with black legends were offered by them, as well as currently being on offer by Redline.

I'm particularly interested in the provenance (maybe it doesn't sound too silly to use that word to describe the ownership chain of a set of keys) of the Alpha Base set, Numbers, functions and non-RGB modifiers. Jwaz???

[___q]

olivetti, triumph-adler (preferably the muted blue-green ones with matching mods but the lime green is nice too), coffee/cream and amiga!!

it would be nice to see some tasteful sets before silly additions like rainbow, rgb, skidata

Show Image

Jwaz,

I came across this pic while I was reviewing the thread and I was wondering if you could post a couple more pics of these keys. I'm trying to see if there's any difference in the quality of GMK keys based on their point of purchase. I just got my first set and I guess it tickles my fancy to dig in a bit more.

Also, what's the history of these keys? Originals, purchase, etc?


Cheers,

K

That's a Dolch set with RGB mods from one of the various GB's. Dolch sets until recently have only been available on old Dolch PAC boards and as far as I know no-one has any of the new sets from Originative yet.

By my eyes, that RGB set is an original Cherry dyesub set from a Desko keyboard, with A profile bottom row. (Could possibly be BSP, as I believe they've run those in a GB, as well as the B profile.)

That being said, if you were wanting doubleshot ABS to match, the ones with white legends were offered by originativeco. Whereas those with black legends were offered by them, as well as currently being on offer by Redline.

I'm particularly interested in the provenance (maybe it doesn't sound too silly to use that word to describe the ownership chain of a set of keys) of the Alpha Base set, Numbers, functions and non-RGB modifiers. Jwaz???

I assume it was pulled off of a dolch pac 62 or the like.  I own a set of them, if you want more details about something.

[bueller]

Poor Ivan. This layout has changed more times than my underwear this year! Keep fighting the good fight mate, appreciate all your hard work 

[ShakeR]

If we can help reach MOQ, let me know.

[keymaster]

I think it's a good decision to go with the white on black. No one seems to be selling these brand new. The used white on black sets found on old Cherry boards tend to be shiny, so this is a good initiative for fresh product.

[esoomenona]

If we can help reach MOQ, let me know.

I'm glad you guys are branching out and offering so many new things. It's really helpful here, and I hope it turns out to be a great endeavor for you guys!

[Martyn.T.Howells]

Can't wait until this GB go live!

[LechnerDE]

If we can help reach MOQ, let me know.

Thanks! Vendors contributing to MOQ will greatly help this GB!

[bueller]

If we can help reach MOQ, let me know.

YESSSS, you guys are awesome!

[IvanIvanovich]

As before, vendors are welcome to participate in the groupbuy just like anyone free to order quantities for self or resale at your discretion. I don't impose any terms with what you do with what you buy.

Small update, some of the things that were requested most recently will be taken care of.
We will be adding white on grey F1 - F12 to the ALPHA base set, so you can alternate them in groups or every other key or whatever you like.
The insert legend is being changed to the ^a legend suggested by Halvar. The other delete legend was not available so we will be staying with the < X ] like legend.
Every legend but those on windowed keys will be doubleshots
I was able to negotiate for a special surprise key that will be included on me in each order :O

Still waiting for the final pricing, which I will get with some nice renders from GMK hopefully early next week.

[SpAmRaY]

Thanks for the update sounds awesome!!

[Martyn.T.Howells]

Awesome thank's for the update!

[LechnerDE]

We will be adding white on grey F1 - F12 to the ALPHA base set, so you can alternate them in groups or every other key or whatever you like.

Thanks for that!

Hopefully this time we won't struggle as much as last time to reach MOQ

[korrelate]

As before, vendors are welcome to participate in the groupbuy just like anyone free to order quantities for self or resale at your discretion. I don't impose any terms with what you do with what you buy.

Small update, some of the things that were requested most recently will be taken care of.
We will be adding white on grey F1 - F12 to the ALPHA base set, so you can alternate them in groups or every other key or whatever you like.
The insert legend is being changed to the ^a legend suggested by Halvar. The other delete legend was not available so we will be staying with the < X ] like legend.
Every legend but those on windowed keys will be doubleshots
I was able to negotiate for a special surprise key that will be included on me in each order :O

Still waiting for the final pricing, which I will get with some nice renders from GMK hopefully early next week.

good news!!! Thanks Ivan!

[Broadmonkey]

That is some great news! I love that you have been able to get a special surprise key! I can't wait for this GB to get kicking.

[IvanIvanovich]

I hope reaching MOQ won't be a major obstacle this time, but it is also +100 from last time for some damn reason. Each set package needs to reach it's own 400 MOQ to be produced. I want to try for a 30day ordering window so this doesn't keep dragging on and we can turn to the next round with some other colors sooner. I hope people can help campaign on some other region specific forums to help generate orders for us.

[gojira54]

in in in

[korrelate]

I am TOTALLY IN!! IN IN IN.

Full Speed Ahead! Ivan, I could kiss you for how awesome this GB is.

[stancato9]

I'd be in for a dolch set for sure. The layout and colours you decided on are perfect.

[Moosecraft]

MY BODY IS READY

[bueller]

I'd be in for a dolch set for sure. The layout and colours you decided on are perfect.

Just so you're clear these aren't actually Dolch colors, the mods are black and the alphas are slightly darker than Dolch.

[Elrick]

I want to try for a 30day ordering window so this doesn't keep dragging on and we can turn to the next round with some other colors sooner.

Very good timing window will enable everyone to front up with the money.  I too hate Group Buys that drag on and on for no reason other than to wait for payments.

But since you're running the show, I've had good experience dealing with you it comes as no surprise - that you represent a select few here on Geekhack that I trust to deliver on this Group Buy.

Just let the German's know that another order is coming through .

[Elrick]

Just so you're clear these aren't actually Dolch colors, the mods are black and the alphas are slightly darker than Dolch.

It's a brilliant colour design because I can still use the original PBT black spacer key on my G80-1865 model.  That damn small spacer isn't made by anyone, not even SP bothers to make it.

[phetto]

Hey ivan. I love the language packs.

But I have a suggestion, why not make a 1.25 left shift for the rgb sets that already exists? Would be really cool.

[Martyn.T.Howells]

Im so in, for this GB!

[bueller]

Just so you're clear these aren't actually Dolch colors, the mods are black and the alphas are slightly darker than Dolch.

It's a brilliant colour design because I can still use the original PBT black spacer key on my G80-1865 model.  That damn small spacer isn't made by anyone, not even SP bothers to make it.

Yeah I love the design, going to use the alpha's with my purple mods. Just wanted to clarify so everyone was aware.

[Hzza]

[...] I have a suggestion, why not make a 1.25 left shift for the rgb sets that already exists? Would be really cool.

This is a damn good shout btw.

[stancato9]

I'd be in for a dolch set for sure. The layout and colours you decided on are perfect.

Just so you're clear these aren't actually Dolch colors, the mods are black and the alphas are slightly darker than Dolch.

Even better

I don't think I care as much for the colour as opposed to the contrast between the two.

[IvanIvanovich]

Will do version of RGB eventually like same as CMYK key wise, perhaps next time. I have some ideas... for something a little different also. We will see what takes.

[Martyn.T.Howells]

Will do version of RGB eventually like same as CMYK key wise, perhaps next time. I have some ideas... for something a little different also. We will see what takes.

Nice one!

[Halvar]

We will be adding white on grey F1 - F12 to the ALPHA base set, so you can alternate them in groups or every other key or whatever you like.
The insert legend is being changed to the ^a legend suggested by Halvar. The other delete legend was not available so we will be staying with the < X ] like legend.
Every legend but those on windowed keys will be doubleshots
I was able to negotiate for a special surprise key that will be included on me in each order :O

This is brilliant news, thank you Ivan for going alle these extra miles! 

[inlikeflynn]

I'd be in for a dolch set for sure. The layout and colours you decided on are perfect.

Just so you're clear these aren't actually Dolch colors, the mods are black and the alphas are slightly darker than Dolch.

the underlined statement above isn't correct. In a standard Dolch set there is a light gray (alphas) and dark gray (mods)


In Ivan's proposed set the alpha's are the same dark gray color as the modifier keys in a standard Dolch set. That is what my picture that Ivan put in the OP is showing as I do have the dark gray alpha's already from a different board.

[bueller]

I'd be in for a dolch set for sure. The layout and colours you decided on are perfect.

Just so you're clear these aren't actually Dolch colors, the mods are black and the alphas are slightly darker than Dolch.

the underlined statement above isn't correct. In a standard Dolch set there is a light gray (alphas) and dark gray (mods)


In Ivan's proposed set the alpha's are the same dark gray color as the modifier keys in a standard Dolch set. That is what my picture that Ivan put in the OP is showing as I do have the dark gray alpha's already from a different board.

To be fair if you take "slightly" out of my comment then it stands. The alphas in this set are darker than a Dolch set, just wanted to make sure the OP was aware what he was getting.

[korrelate]

Concerning RGBs: could RGBs be offered in two different legend colors? My BoRGB work great with the GMKs I got from originative because they both have black legends. For this Dolch buy, however, I wouldn't want to put Black on RGB on the same KBD with this set because they would look like they came from two different keyboards (i.e. this set is WoDarkGrey and WoB, the mods that would look best on this (just my opinion) are WoRGB).

Also.. the RGB colors currently being used are f***ing CLASSIC!!! Love them to death. When RGBs are run, can we get Classic + Custom Colors?


I mean, I'll take whatever GMK goodness I can get my sweaty little paws on. AND be happy about it, but I just wanted to toss the idea out there.

Classic RGB, though = DELICIOUS!

[esoomenona]

I have to say, I am one to want legend colors to match as well. BUT, I have white on RGB GMK caps, and they just seem... off, somehow. Like the contrast between the white and the other colors isn't that great.