Author Topic: KMAC Happy coming soon (Read 23538 times)

calavera · « **on:** Mon, 25 February 2013, 16:42:18 »

http://www.kbdmania.net/xe/news/6080025#1

Full plated, aluminium case. No-plate possible if desired. Macro, full LED. Available in Titan, red, or silver.
Pricing not announced. Available mid~late March.

Xaviz · « **Reply #1 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 08:21:53 »

neeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeed.

AKIMbO · « **Reply #2 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 08:29:36 »

Pretty neat.

jdcarpe · « **Reply #3 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 08:36:45 »

Yep, this is great if you love LED backlighting, or just want to say you have a Korean board.

Otherwise, you'll be able to order the same exact thing with a GH60 and WFD's alu case.

Sai · « **Reply #4 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 08:40:19 »

Quote from: jdcarpe on Tue, 26 February 2013, 08:36:45

Yep, this is great if you love LED backlighting, or just want to say you have a Korean board.

Otherwise, you'll be able to order the same exact thing with a GH60 and WFD's alu case.

we have more options in this one. i guess

OrpheusX · « **Reply #5 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 09:13:12 »

...and the down arrow key is where? Pretty board but it's design seems thoroughly indifferent to usability. Granted I think the same of some of the GH60 layouts but...

alaricljs · « **Reply #6 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 09:18:40 »

Quote from: OrpheusX on Tue, 26 February 2013, 09:13:12

...and the down arrow key is where? Pretty board but it's design seems thoroughly indifferent to usability. Granted I think the same of some of the GH60 layouts but...

Understand that the arrow caps are likely just filler caps of the appropriate profile and do not actually designate the true function of the switch in question. The entire keyboard is fully remappable with layers.

Reomero · « **Reply #7 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 12:47:35 »

Lol I was also scratching my head when I saw those arrow keys..

Michael · « **Reply #8 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 13:53:10 »

Quote from: jdcarpe on Tue, 26 February 2013, 08:36:45

Otherwise, you'll be able to order the same exact thing with a GH60 and WFD's alu case.

Pretty disappointing that full LED option was not included in the PCB.

HannibalChew · « **Reply #9 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 14:18:11 »

Looks pretty nice, i wonder how much they will be.

alaricljs · « **Reply #10 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 14:27:17 »

Quote from: Bro Caps on Tue, 26 February 2013, 13:53:10

Quote from: jdcarpe on Tue, 26 February 2013, 08:36:45
Otherwise, you'll be able to order the same exact thing with a GH60 and WFD's alu case.

Pretty disappointing that full LED option was not included in the PCB.

So step up and design it.

Michael · « **Reply #11 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 14:37:44 »

Quote from: alaricljs on Tue, 26 February 2013, 14:27:17

So step up and design it.

It was requested a few times in the development phase. It was disregarded.

Sure I can 'step up' and design it. But now that it's in production, how will it matter?

jdcarpe · « **Reply #12 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 14:43:48 »

Quote from: Bro Caps on Tue, 26 February 2013, 14:37:44

Quote from: alaricljs on Tue, 26 February 2013, 14:27:17
So step up and design it.

It was requested a few times in the development phase. It was disregarded.

Sure I can 'step up' and design it. But now that it's in production, how will it matter?

It's not in production quite yet. If you have a contribution, you're welcome to submit it. The hardware was open sourced by komar, so all the Gerber files are available in his repository. Maybe we could offer LED backlighting as an option, if it really is desired. I always thought the lack of LED backlighting in GH60 was a feature, not a bug, but I know some may have different opinions.

Edit: I hate to clutter this thread with GH60 discussion, so if you want to discuss, please let's take this to the GH60 thread.

alaricljs · « **Reply #13 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 14:45:29 »

Phantom is already through 2 PCB runs and it has no backlighting, I'm sure there are plenty of people that would get on it were it available.

Michael · « **Reply #14 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 14:46:26 »

Quote from: jdcarpe on Tue, 26 February 2013, 14:43:48

It's not in production quite yet. If you have a contribution, you're welcome to submit it. The hardware was open sourced by komar, so all the Gerber files are available in his repository. Maybe we could offer LED backlighting as an option, if it really is desired. I always thought the lack of LED backlighting in GH60 was a feature, not a bug, but I know some may have different opinions.

I never said it was a bug or a problem, I just said I was personally disappointed it didn't have the option.

I think the best way to settle the matter is simply offer a voting poll on it. It's your project, and you can do what you like with it. I was just merely stating my opinion.

vivalarevolución · « **Reply #15 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 19:56:16 »

How much is that thing going to sell for?

Glod · « **Reply #16 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 20:15:58 »

damn it a cherry freaking mx freaking hhkb layout freaking keyboard is what i want to travel around with. i'm not meaning at all to troll topre lovers but i do not like my hhkb due to the feel of topre, i only like it due to the layout.

i was going to build a Happy Hacking GH60, but this.... backlit too.....man where do i sign up? lol

ekw808 · « **Reply #17 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 22:36:46 »

I would say this kmac would run anywhere between 250-350 unassembled.

Hyde · « **Reply #18 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 23:19:44 »

Look really nice and I really like the look with the LEDs. Though I can't help to feel that maybe I'm better off buying HHKB for the money. I'd assume this should run around $300 also, so in contract it feels like I might like Topre switch better.

Then again this is just assumption because I don't own a HHKB yet.

L4yercake · « **Reply #19 on:** Tue, 26 February 2013, 23:37:47 »

Interesting layout too go with, not my style but I'm sure there are going too be people who like it. Price probably isn't going to make them smile though.

WhiteFireDragon · « **Reply #20 on:** Wed, 27 February 2013, 01:10:54 »

Not too bad, but I'm not a huge fan of super thick bezels. Don't really like that one large chamfer at the front either.

GordonZed · « **Reply #21 on:** Wed, 27 February 2013, 01:29:03 »

I think that is absolutely gorgeous, and I dig the cutout on the front, but I would never spend that much on a keyboard (although after all these group buys, I'm sure my little Filco will end up costing that much in total).

hashbaz · « **Reply #22 on:** Wed, 27 February 2013, 01:31:42 »

The bezel is my favorite part.

developej · « **Reply #23 on:** Wed, 27 February 2013, 01:42:54 »

that caps lock should be ctrl really

WhiteFireDragon · « **Reply #24 on:** Wed, 27 February 2013, 01:44:23 »

The thickness of it? Or the one large chamfer at the front bezel? Personally I just think the bezel thickness looks disproportionate to the size of a 60% KB.

GordonZed · « **Reply #25 on:** Wed, 27 February 2013, 01:57:04 »

I don't see anything not to like, really. I think the large chamfer is fantastic.

luckynet · « **Reply #26 on:** Wed, 27 February 2013, 04:31:55 »

can't we have our own group buy here.. i don;t speak korean plus the point system..pffftttt

zoolzoo · « **Reply #27 on:** Wed, 27 February 2013, 05:08:38 »

For someone who doesn't know much about Korean custom boards, whats the best way to hop on this early? Do I have to know someone on Korean forums?

Acetrak · « **Reply #28 on:** Wed, 27 February 2013, 06:31:00 »

Your best bet is probably Sherryton's shop. Networking never hurts though

inteli722 · « **Reply #29 on:** Wed, 27 February 2013, 15:09:03 »

This looks very cool, and I may not get the opportunity to get in on the GH60...so this may have to suffice...

SmallFry · « **Reply #30 on:** Wed, 27 February 2013, 17:32:50 »

Good thing the GH60 is open source.

sherryton · « **Reply #31 on:** Wed, 27 February 2013, 17:38:18 »

http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=40668.0

boost · « **Reply #32 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 12:04:47 »

KMAC Happy GB/Order is now LIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

http://kbdmod.com/product/detail.html?product_no=25&cate_no=24&display_group=1

laden3 · « **Reply #33 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 12:07:30 »

Boost, are you getting it through a proxy or do you have plans for a fast paced group order?

boost · « **Reply #34 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 12:26:20 »

Quote from: laden3 on Tue, 19 March 2013, 12:07:30

Boost, are you getting it through a proxy or do you have plans for a fast paced group order?

No, I'm not getting the kmac happy

Turkishrambo · « **Reply #35 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 12:27:47 »

****... Think ill just wait for GH 60

guilleguillaume · « **Reply #36 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 12:30:14 »

I don't see any reason to copy the HHKB Pro 2 layout because it lacks some keys on the last row in my opinion.

Index · « **Reply #37 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 12:32:33 »

How do I jump on this?

jwaz · « **Reply #38 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 12:51:04 »

Quote from: guilleguillaume on Tue, 19 March 2013, 12:30:14

I don't see any reason to copy the HHKB Pro 2 layout because it lacks some keys on the last row in my opinion.

It isn't even a correct copy...

tjcaustin · « **Reply #39 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 13:04:25 »

I want one, but I think the next keyboard I get will be wireless.

keymaster · « **Reply #40 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 13:10:37 »

Quote from: tjcaustin on Tue, 19 March 2013, 13:04:25

I want one, but I think the next keyboard I get will be wireless.

There needs to be more wireless TKL and 60% keyboards

inteli722 · « **Reply #41 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 13:12:58 »

Quote from: keymaster on Tue, 19 March 2013, 13:10:37

Quote from: tjcaustin on Tue, 19 March 2013, 13:04:25
I want one, but I think the next keyboard I get will be wireless.

There needs to be more wireless TKL and 60% keyboards

+1

I've taken an interest in that Wireless GH60 project

ishumprod · « **Reply #42 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 15:55:19 »

http://www.xe.com/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=330000&From=KRW&To=USD

is this the right money i used ? if yes the keyboard isn't that pricey

Glod · « **Reply #43 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 16:37:58 »

so...

sherry planned i guess to do a group buy for this, which i imagine is a proxy for this KBD thing, is that my only option to get this?

cause after seeing how sherry's site is and observing the sanctuary group buy (these are facts. not an insult) i guess ill stick with making a HHKB-like keyboard with the GH60 this summer (hopefully not fall) instead and hope that someone makes a nice plate or plate/case combo for it. I rather rally support for the GH60 anyways i guess but having a Korean board i can brag about would be kind of cool....

tjcaustin · « **Reply #44 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 17:03:18 »

Quote from: Glod on Tue, 19 March 2013, 16:37:58

so...

sherry planned i guess to do a group buy for this, which i imagine is a proxy for this KBD thing, is that my only option to get this?

cause after seeing how sherry's site is and observing the sanctuary group buy (these are facts. not an insult) i guess ill stick with making a HHKB-like keyboard with the GH60 this summer (hopefully not fall) instead and hope that someone makes a nice plate or plate/case combo for it. I rather rally support for the GH60 anyways i guess but having a Korean board i can brag about would be kind of cool....

You could just order it from kbdmod...

codyeatworld · « **Reply #45 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 17:09:47 »

How do you purchase from kbdmod. I cant put in my address or phone...

Glod · « **Reply #46 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 19:09:38 »

Quote from: tjcaustin on Tue, 19 March 2013, 17:03:18

Quote from: Glod on Tue, 19 March 2013, 16:37:58
so...

sherry planned i guess to do a group buy for this, which i imagine is a proxy for this KBD thing, is that my only option to get this?

cause after seeing how sherry's site is and observing the sanctuary group buy (these are facts. not an insult) i guess ill stick with making a HHKB-like keyboard with the GH60 this summer (hopefully not fall) instead and hope that someone makes a nice plate or plate/case combo for it. I rather rally support for the GH60 anyways i guess but having a Korean board i can brag about would be kind of cool....

You could just order it from kbdmod...

And just trust Google Translate for the Korean Hangul?

tauburn · « **Reply #47 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 19:14:36 »

Why would anyone want a keyboard that doesnt have CTRL? wtf

calavera · « **Reply #48 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 19:18:21 »

Quote from: tauburn on Tue, 19 March 2013, 19:14:36

Why would anyone want a keyboard that doesnt have CTRL? wtf

Did you even bother to click the link?

KBDMOD isn't set up completely so you can't use a credit card to order yet. But it says it should be up and running within a week or two. I'm debating whether I want this or not.. need dedicated arrow keys...

duq · « **Reply #49 on:** Tue, 19 March 2013, 19:20:06 »

Quote from: tauburn on Tue, 19 March 2013, 19:14:36

Why would anyone want a keyboard that doesnt have CTRL? wtf

If it is to mimic the HHKB layout, caps lock is ctrl. Then again it has the regular back space which should be split into two single unit keys.

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Author Topic: KMAC Happy coming soon (Read 23538 times)