[IC] Macross / Robotech inspired set (was: VF-1S)

[Matt3o]

I know... a lot of ICs lately. This is the last one, promise.

Let's see if you reckon where this comes from



Possible variant

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and eventually (also adding non-themed keys) would you be interested?

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[bianco]

yes. although not a fan of the black alphas.
possible to have the 3 modes (fighter, gerwalk, battloid) as legends of the keycaps?

[Matt3o]

possible to have the 3 modes (fighter, gerwalk, battloid) as legends of the keycaps?

that's a great idea actually

[Puddsy]

Now this I can get into.

[regack]

yes. although not a fan of the black alphas.
possible to have the 3 modes (fighter, gerwalk, battloid) as legends of the keycaps?

I think the black should be reduced some as well, it's still more of a highlight color, like the yellow.  I had a nice variable model kit from ages ago, until it took a dive off a shelf.  It's stuck in my head that it was a Tamiya model, but I can't find any evidence to support that.  Ahh well... you can count me in for interest

[Matt3o]

this would be the real deal

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[regack]

this would be the real deal

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Ooh, I like that better overall.  I do kind of like the way the first version broke up the blocks of color a bit?  Like having the ALT-SPC-ALT in black & also the arrow cluster?  Having the F5-F8 in white also broke it up a bit. 

If it doesn't change from here though, I still like it.

[Matt3o]

maybe we could add the arrow cluster in a different color to break the wall of white.



also red enter is a possibility

[blighty]

I'm all for just getting the RDF/UN Spacy mods. 

[SpAmRaY]

robotech....legit ballin!

[Matt3o]

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the skull is the original one (1:1 replica). same as Macross logo.

If you like the idea please post suggestions/impressions.

[regack]

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the skull is the original one (1:1 replica). same as Macross logo.
If you like the idea please post suggestions/impressions.

 :thumb:

[ideus]

Its white on black or white on dark gray?

[JaccoW]

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the skull is the original one (1:1 replica). same as Macross logo.

If you like the idea please post suggestions/impressions.

This one I like best so far.

Maybe add a Zentradi logo?

[fourzeropooh]

Looks nice but I'm not really interested

[dante]

Not sure if I'd want an entire set but I'd love a Gerwalk keycap

[Matt3o]

Its white on black or white on dark gray?

that would be very dark gray. I don't know yet, I have to test the color chips.

[HoffmanMyster]

I may be interested in this.  I'll watch the thread and see how it turns out.

[Matt3o]

All kits. Please check for errors. Looking forward for your feedback.

Other ideas for custom keys?


Set is in DSA, ABS, double shot

[regack]

All kits. Please check for errors. Looking forward for your feedback.

Other ideas for custom keys?

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Set is in DSA, ABS, double shot

I'll take 2.

[Elrick]

All kits. Please check for errors. Looking forward for your feedback.

Other ideas for custom keys?

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Set is in DSA, ABS, double shot

Matt3o, please come up with as many NEW key-sets as possible because too much is never enough here.

[bianco]

it looks awesome Matt3o!
i'm still searching for the silhouette for the 3 modes of the valkyrie/veritech for the 3 keys on top

[Matt3o]

it looks awesome Matt3o!
i'm still searching for the silhouette for the 3 modes of the valkyrie/veritech for the 3 keys on top

I made some tests for that but the keys are very small and you end up with a incomprehensible scribble. But if we can find the right graphics it might work

[Elrick]

Just waiting to hear from you and SP when this Key-set will go PBT - DSA soon.

You can still do all the White on Black with ABS but the rest in PBT, speak with Melissa about arranging that with them.

[Matt3o]

Unfortunately DSA + PBT is not an option yet. This will still be ABS (I'm not a huge fan of mixed materials).

Somewhen next year we will be able to go full PBT (spacebar included).

[ideus]

I am really not sure if I should go for this one or X-wing, both are awesome, but my wallet may be hurt.

[bianco]

it looks awesome Matt3o!
i'm still searching for the silhouette for the 3 modes of the valkyrie/veritech for the 3 keys on top

I made some tests for that but the keys are very small and you end up with a incomprehensible scribble. But if we can find the right graphics it might work

merry Christmas Matt3o
can i trouble you for the size that you used for the graphics?
i wasn't able to find a viable silhouette... would like to try using sprites and see which one could fit on a keycap.
thanks in advance.

[Matt3o]

The following is the (almost) final design



I've added a black stripe for 60% that otherwise would lose the yellow+black thing. Also the numpad gets the Zentradi logo

I think I still miss a couple of keys though

bianco, sorry for the dealy I'm sending you the template by email

[ideus]

The following is the (almost) final design

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I've added a black stripe for 60% that otherwise would lose the yellow+black thing. Also the numpad gets the Zentradi logo :)

I think I still miss a couple of keys though

bianco, sorry for the dealy I'm sending you the template by email

Any chance to add a second left shift for the FC660M?

[regack]

I've added a black stripe for 60% that otherwise would lose the yellow+black thing. Also the numpad gets the Zentradi logo

I think I still miss a couple of keys though

Maybe also continue the black-stripe onto the numpad 7,8,9? 

[Matt3o]

Any chance to add a second left shift for the FC660M?

Indeed I'll add that (I'm planning to get a FC660M too )

I've added a black stripe for 60% that otherwise would lose the yellow+black thing. Also the numpad gets the Zentradi logo

I think I still miss a couple of keys though

Maybe also continue the black-stripe onto the numpad 7,8,9? 

not a big issue, but... why? That kit is intended for 60% layouts... how do you plan on using it?

[Glod]

just saw this, i am down for this

would you offer blanks like you did for retro for ergodox/misc users?

[ideus]

Any chance to add a second left shift for the FC660M?

Awesome. This would be my first SP set.

Indeed I'll add that (I'm planning to get a FC660M too )

I've added a black stripe for 60% that otherwise would lose the yellow+black thing. Also the numpad gets the Zentradi logo

I think I still miss a couple of keys though

Maybe also continue the black-stripe onto the numpad 7,8,9? 

not a big issue, but... why? That kit is intended for 60% layouts... how do you plan on using it?

[regack]

Any chance to add a second left shift for the FC660M?

Awesome. This would be my first SP set.

Indeed I'll add that (I'm planning to get a FC660M too )

I've added a black stripe for 60% that otherwise would lose the yellow+black thing. Also the numpad gets the Zentradi logo

I think I still miss a couple of keys though

Maybe also continue the black-stripe onto the numpad 7,8,9? 

not a big issue, but... why? That kit is intended for 60% layouts... how do you plan on using it?

Well... I hadn't put a whole lot of thought into it, but I do have a keypad that matches my 60%...  right now it's wearing matt3o's DSA retro, but both the cases are black, and the black/brown combo I'm not sure about.    I thought having the black stripe continue over to the keypad might be nice, even if the keypad is separated.  I dunno, just a thought.

Edit: old picture, everything is wearing DSA retro right now...

[JaccoW]

Separate numpads.

It's nice if they are matching

[Matt3o]

cool, 3 more 1u keys wouldn't impact on pricing that much

[ideus]

Any chance to add a second left shift for the FC660M?

Awesome. This would be my first SP set.

Indeed I'll add that (I'm planning to get a FC660M too )

I've added a black stripe for 60% that otherwise would lose the yellow+black thing. Also the numpad gets the Zentradi logo

I think I still miss a couple of keys though

Maybe also continue the black-stripe onto the numpad 7,8,9? 

not a big issue, but... why? That kit is intended for 60% layouts... how do you plan on using it?

Well... I hadn't put a whole lot of thought into it, but I do have a keypad that matches my 60%...  right now it's wearing matt3o's DSA retro, but both the cases are black, and the black/brown combo I'm not sure about.    I thought having the black stripe continue over to the keypad might be nice, even if the keypad is separated.  I dunno, just a thought.

Edit: old picture, everything is wearing DSA retro right now...

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What keypad is that?

[regack]

Any chance to add a second left shift for the FC660M?

Awesome. This would be my first SP set.

Indeed I'll add that (I'm planning to get a FC660M too )

I've added a black stripe for 60% that otherwise would lose the yellow+black thing. Also the numpad gets the Zentradi logo

I think I still miss a couple of keys though

Maybe also continue the black-stripe onto the numpad 7,8,9? 

not a big issue, but... why? That kit is intended for 60% layouts... how do you plan on using it?

Well... I hadn't put a whole lot of thought into it, but I do have a keypad that matches my 60%...  right now it's wearing matt3o's DSA retro, but both the cases are black, and the black/brown combo I'm not sure about.    I thought having the black stripe continue over to the keypad might be nice, even if the keypad is separated.  I dunno, just a thought.

Edit: old picture, everything is wearing DSA retro right now...

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What keypad is that?

Ahh, I made it... there is a bit of information over in the GHpad thread on page 4.  The case could use some work.  It looks ok, but the PCB mount points need alignment and the profile doesn't quite exactly match the poker case I was trying to mimic.

[ideus]

Any chance to add a second left shift for the FC660M?

Awesome. This would be my first SP set.

Indeed I'll add that (I'm planning to get a FC660M too )

I've added a black stripe for 60% that otherwise would lose the yellow+black thing. Also the numpad gets the Zentradi logo

I think I still miss a couple of keys though

Maybe also continue the black-stripe onto the numpad 7,8,9? 

not a big issue, but... why? That kit is intended for 60% layouts... how do you plan on using it?

Well... I hadn't put a whole lot of thought into it, but I do have a keypad that matches my 60%...  right now it's wearing matt3o's DSA retro, but both the cases are black, and the black/brown combo I'm not sure about.    I thought having the black stripe continue over to the keypad might be nice, even if the keypad is separated.  I dunno, just a thought.

Edit: old picture, everything is wearing DSA retro right now...

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What keypad is that?

Ahh, I made it... there is a bit of information over in the GHpad thread on page 4.  The case could use some work.  It looks ok, but the PCB mount points need alignment and the profile doesn't quite exactly match the poker case I was trying to mimic.

Awesome. Keep the good work.

[ideus]

Matt3o When are you planning to open the orders for the group buy?

[HoffmanMyster]

The following is the (almost) final design

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I've added a black stripe for 60% that otherwise would lose the yellow+black thing. Also the numpad gets the Zentradi logo :)

I think I still miss a couple of keys though

bianco, sorry for the dealy I'm sending you the template by email

I like it.   :thumb:

[TheHydroMule]

Matt3o When are you planning to open the orders for the group buy?

its been an interest check for less than a week. settle down

[ideus]

Matt3o When are you planning to open the orders for the group buy?

its been an interest check for less than a week. settle down

I will wait preparing my wallet for the shock. 

[Matt3o]

Matt3o When are you planning to open the orders for the group buy?

it mostly depends on SP.

This will hopefully be part of a new project that will take off in January

[Elrick]

Matt3o When are you planning to open the orders for the group buy?

it mostly depends on SP.

This will hopefully be part of a new project that will take off in January

Yep, the wolves are already howling at your door for this.  Better not disappoint them  .

[Matt3o]

I already sent this to SP, but you know... holidays I don't think I'll get a response before January. I'll throw some steaks to the wolves

[yesandnotyes]

Out of all the recent interest checks I've seen from you, I like this the best, with the Midnight set coming in second. If I had to choose one set, it would be this one. Thanks for putting the time and effort on all of them!

[Matt3o]

thanks! really appreciated.

[ideus]

The following is the (almost) final design

Show Image

I've added a black stripe for 60% that otherwise would lose the yellow+black thing. Also the numpad gets the Zentradi logo :)

I think I still miss a couple of keys though

bianco, sorry for the dealy I'm sending you the template by email

Pairs of control and alt keys in 1x would be useful, they may fit some 3000 cherries and some koreans.

[StylinGreymon]

This set looks awesome!
Yet another sign that I need to give Macross a watch.