Topre switch w/ MX Compatible Stem.....

[swill]

Didn't I see a thread on here where someone 3d printed mx compatible stem inserts for stock topre switches?  I will have to go looking for it when I don't have a baby in my arms.

[keymaster]

I've been told the price for these is going to be about £120 for a TKL and £150 for a fullsize. Things are looking good!

Source?

[Alessandro]

I've been told the price for these is going to be about £120 for a TKL and £150 for a fullsize. Things are looking good!

Source?

http://forums.bit-tech.net/showpost.php?p=3447693&postcount=16711

[keymaster]

I've been told the price for these is going to be about £120 for a TKL and £150 for a fullsize. Things are looking good!

Source?

http://forums.bit-tech.net/showpost.php?p=3447693&postcount=16711

[rowdy]

Let's just hope that they have a standard bottom row, to make swapping keycaps that much easier.

[cobraj]

Let's just hope that they have a standard bottom row, to make swapping keycaps that much easier.

T dat.

[calavera]

I might have to buy another topre board just for this.

[rowdy]

I might have to buy another topre board just for this.

That's the spirit!

Although really, why are we interested in this?

So that we can put more custom keycaps on a Topre board?

[keymaster]

I might have to buy another topre board just for this.

That's the spirit!

Although really, why are we interested in this?

So that we can put more custom keycaps on a Topre board?

Yes. I'm sure I'm not the only one here who wants to put a Dolch set on a Topre keyboard.

[Alessandro]

I'm happy that we can finally get a PBT spacebar on Topre boards!

[bueller]

Damn you sir, now you've alleviated the problem of keycaps on thorpe boards I'm going to need to invest in one!

Now stop teasing and give us some solid info

[Moosecraft]

Gonna buy a TKL model most definitely

[scruffles]

do want.

[keymaster]

Looking at the picture in OP, I wonder if this is just a modified QFR with an aluminum plate and the hybrid switches... It's going to be interesting to find out how they've actually done this.

[HPE1000]

Looking at the picture in OP, I wonder if this is just a modified QFR with an aluminum plate and the hybrid switches... It's going to be interesting to find out how they've actually done this.

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Well the top piece isn't the same as the QFRs, the side parts/wall are too wide.

[Sniping]

That mouse really makes me want to wait until I buy my next mouse.

[rowdy]

Looking at the picture in OP, I wonder if this is just a modified QFR with an aluminum plate and the hybrid switches... It's going to be interesting to find out how they've actually done this.

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If it was, that would bode well for a standard layout.

[esoomenona]

http://forums.bit-tech.net/showpost.php?p=3447693&postcount=16711

I'm almost positive that will not be the real price. Once Cooler Master gets word that nubbinator sold a CC for $30, they will start selling these for $30.

[rowdy]

http://forums.bit-tech.net/showpost.php?p=3447693&postcount=16711

I'm almost positive that will not be the real price. Once Cooler Master gets word that nubbinator sold a CC for $30, they will start selling these for $30.

When did nubbs sell a CC for $30?

[Sniping]

http://forums.bit-tech.net/showpost.php?p=3447693&postcount=16711

I'm almost positive that will not be the real price. Once Cooler Master gets word that nubbinator sold a CC for $30, they will start selling these for $30.

When did nubbs sell a CC for $30?

I think it was that $30 HO competition that he made

[berrymxblue]

Good to see cm seems to stay a step ahead other companies by listening to the community.

[demik]

i liked them when they heard us complaining about the excessive branding on the QFR and came out with less branded cases

[swill]

i liked them when they heard us complaining about the excessive branding on the QFR and came out with less branded cases

I also appreciated this...

[Puddsy]

i liked them when they heard us complaining about the excessive branding on the QFR and came out with less branded cases

As usual, I was the only person who liked that.

[atlas3686]

Interesting but aren't you concerned that if you can't retrofit a old Topre with these stems we going to have even less keycap options for true Topre stems.

[Linkbane]

Interesting but aren't you concerned that if you can't retrofit a old Topre with these stems we going to have even less keycap options for true Topre stems.

I don't think that would be a concern at all. If you want to use Topre switches, buy a Topre/FC660C board. If you want to use MX stems with Topre feel, use this.

[tbc]

^

i really have no idea what you just said there...

I think atlast3686 is concerned that he STILL wouldn't be able to get mx keycaps on his FC660C (for example). he wants to be able to put these new stems into his CURRENT board.

[tjcaustin]

Interesting but aren't you concerned that if you can't retrofit a old Topre with these stems we going to have even less keycap options for true Topre stems.

Not like the market's overflowing with "True" topre stem cap options currently.  That's why people are excited about the prospects of swaps.

[rowdy]

Just as long as this keyboard has the Thorpe thock!

[Air tree]

Just as long as this keyboard has the Thorpe thock!

I just want to see a 60% version or a way where i can put the stems in a HHKB.

[atlas3686]

Interesting but aren't you concerned that if you can't retrofit a old Topre with these stems we going to have even less keycap options for true Topre stems.

Not like the market's overflowing with "True" topre stem cap options currently.  That's why people are excited about the prospects of swaps.

That is very true, I would just hate to see all those Realforces and HHKBs without any options but it probably won't be an issue.

[keymaster]

Interesting but aren't you concerned that if you can't retrofit a old Topre with these stems we going to have even less keycap options for true Topre stems.

Not like the market's overflowing with "True" topre stem cap options currently.  That's why people are excited about the prospects of swaps.

That is very true, I would just hate to see all those Realforces and HHKBs without any options but it probably won't be an issue.

They already have very, very limited options in terms of keycap sets. Most sets for RealForce are sold out on EliteKeyboards.

[Elrick]

They already have very, very limited options in terms of keycap sets. Most sets for RealForce are sold out on EliteKeyboards.

If they ever decide to follow the MX fittings route, then Elitekeyboards would go bankrupt soon after  .  After all who wants to stay enslaved to only ONE company to get any of their Topre fix?

Plus SP, GMK and BSP would get far more orders coming in from combined Cherry and Thorpie users, which can ONLY lead to a far greater choice for everyone involved  .  This should be the future for everyone here.  You get a far greater choice plus the prices should plummet across the board (hopeful naivety).

[bueller]

Ughhh can't stop thinking about this, we need more info Carter! Even just a ball park release date so we don't go insane!

[Pacifist]

Must. Have. Now. Also don't make it super expensive pls

[bueller]

Must. Have. Now. Also don't make it super expensive pls

Hell even if it's Realforce priced I'm sure they'll get plenty of takers, the MX stems are going to be one of the biggest selling points.

[Wildcard]

Must. Have. Now. Also don't make it super expensive pls

Hell even if it's Realforce priced I'm sure they'll get plenty of takers, the MX stems are going to be one of the biggest selling points.

I know I'm interested in trying out some.

[Sniping]

Hey Carter,

Silenced Topre would like to have a word with you.

[theMANtonio]

Still want an update.. Will just post to bump this and hope for an update. 

[korrelate]

i just want to say that carter was kind/evil enough to tell me about this quite a while ago, but i was sworn to secrecy and it has been literally KILLING ME.

two words; DOLCH TOPRE

I MEAN C'MON

HOLY SH*T !!! My sentiments exactly: DOLCH TOPRE?!!

Topre's caps seem to be very high quality, but I don't want darker on dark. just not for me. And white cases are kind of meh. I'd rather be able to throw my dolch on it. THAT and the fact that although I love MS I can't stand having any kind of windows logo on my keyboard ... all that has kept me away from Topre. If these are legit I'm picking up a 55g the next day.

[bueller]

Updatesplz.

[Pacifist]

please let there be an option without keycaps

[tbc]

for the love of the almighty, give me 75%

[SpAmRaY]

please let there be an option without keycaps

Hopefully if they go through all the trouble to put mx stems in topre they will have some decent keycaps to begin with.

[bueller]

please let there be an option without keycaps

Hopefully if they go through all the trouble to put mx stems in topre they will have some decent keycaps to begin with.

Yeah I would pay a PREMIUM for this board if they just bit the bullet and did a limited edition with GMK caps.

[SpAmRaY]

please let there be an option without keycaps

Hopefully if they go through all the trouble to put mx stems in topre they will have some decent keycaps to begin with.

Yeah I would pay a PREMIUM for this board if they just bit the bullet and did a limited edition with GMK caps.

It would probably cost entirely too much

[bueller]

please let there be an option without keycaps

Hopefully if they go through all the trouble to put mx stems in topre they will have some decent keycaps to begin with.

Yeah I would pay a PREMIUM for this board if they just bit the bullet and did a limited edition with GMK caps.

It would probably cost entirely too much

If anyone could do it I'd say it would be CM. I'd imagine if they did a run of 1000 they could get TKL sets from GMK @ arround the $55 mark.

[SpAmRaY]

please let there be an option without keycaps

Hopefully if they go through all the trouble to put mx stems in topre they will have some decent keycaps to begin with.

Yeah I would pay a PREMIUM for this board if they just bit the bullet and did a limited edition with GMK caps.

It would probably cost entirely too much

If anyone could do it I'd say it would be CM. I'd imagine if they did a run of 1000 they could get TKL sets from GMK @ arround the $55 mark.

So maybe ~$200 for a topre TKL with GMK caps?

[bueller]

please let there be an option without keycaps

Hopefully if they go through all the trouble to put mx stems in topre they will have some decent keycaps to begin with.

Yeah I would pay a PREMIUM for this board if they just bit the bullet and did a limited edition with GMK caps.

It would probably cost entirely too much

If anyone could do it I'd say it would be CM. I'd imagine if they did a run of 1000 they could get TKL sets from GMK @ arround the $55 mark.

So maybe ~$200 for a topre TKL with GMK caps?

I'm betting this board with standard caps will be over $200 before adding GMK caps. Probably closer to $300 all up for a limited edition. It'd be so worth it though, people pay $300 for HHKB's!

[keymaster]

Sorry, but Can won't be selling or making a keyboard that is that expensive. Sure, it may still appeal to us enthusiasts, but most potential buyers would scoff at a $200+ price tag.