Author Topic: [GB][SHIPPED] Skull Squadron DSA set (aka: Macross) (Read 1827747 times)

JaccoW · « **Reply #550 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 12:45:59 »

Quote from: ideus on Tue, 11 March 2014, 12:27:25

Quote from: Matt3o on Tue, 11 March 2014, 12:08:39
Important update

SP informed me that the skull legend had to be revisited due to double-shot constrains.

Here below the new legend. It's not 100% the skull squadron insignia... but close enough.

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I like them. I do not see any major deviation from the original.

They're fine. It's no wonder when you see the original:

Skull_Angel · « **Reply #551 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 13:26:36 »

Quote from: Matt3o on Tue, 11 March 2014, 12:08:39

Important update

SP informed me that the skull legend had to be revisited due to double-shot constrains.

Here below the new legend. It's not 100% the skull squadron insignia... but close enough.

Show Image

Makes sense, but couldn't it have at least kept the original outline/features (aside from the fine cracks) instead of being replaced with something completely generic?

ideus · « **Reply #552 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 13:35:18 »

A skull is a skull, isn't it? Don't want to hurt any sensitive Skull Squadron's feelings though.

Matt3o · « **Reply #553 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 13:37:43 »

Quote from: Skull_Angel on Tue, 11 March 2014, 13:26:36

Makes sense, but couldn't it have at least kept the original outline/features (aside from the fine cracks) instead of being replaced with something completely generic?

that is actually what I've done... the X bones are the same as the original. The skull is more simplified but it's not a standard "jolly roger".

Jolly Roger:

Skull Squadron

Skull_Angel · « **Reply #554 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 13:47:12 »

Might just be nit-picking, but the change to the jaw-bone and eye-sockets was more so what I was referring to; just gives it a totally different look, imo.

Matt3o · « **Reply #555 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 14:25:12 »

if you remove the hollow spots from the original logo you get... huh... a skull

Skull_Angel · « **Reply #556 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 15:04:32 »

Quote from: Matt3o on Tue, 11 March 2014, 14:25:12

if you remove the hollow spots from the original logo you get... huh... a skull

Which has a few distinct features... I understand if some can't be kept because of manufacturing necessities, but to argue with "a skull is a skull" when trying to replicate an insignia is a bit silly.

mashby · « **Reply #557 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 15:15:40 »

Quote from: Skull_Angel on Tue, 11 March 2014, 15:04:32

Quote from: Matt3o on Tue, 11 March 2014, 14:25:12
if you remove the hollow spots from the original logo you get... huh... a skull

Which has a few distinct features... I understand if some can't be kept because of manufacturing necessities, but to argue with "a skull is a skull" when trying to replicate an insignia is a bit silly.

Especially when you're arguing with Skull_Angel!

)

Not laughing at you, but it is kinda funny when you think about it. Someone with skull in their name would probably be particular about skulls, right?

Skull_Angel · « **Reply #558 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 15:22:02 »

Quote from: mashby on Tue, 11 March 2014, 15:15:40

Especially when you're arguing with Skull_Angel! )

Not laughing at you, but it is kinda funny when you think about it. Someone with skull in their name would probably be particular about skulls, right?

Haha, not as much as you'd think, but it is a bit of a play on words of what one of the com. officers called the skull squadron leader in a somewhat poorly dubbed rendition of the macross movie; thought it sounded kind of neat so I stuck with it.

ideus · « **Reply #559 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 17:22:08 »

As I said, I touched a sensitive point of the Skull Squadron memorabilia. I apologize for that, however manufacturability will rule.

Matt3o · « **Reply #560 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 18:09:03 »

you people maybe don't understand how small this thing is...

Glod · « **Reply #561 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 18:29:29 »

Quote from: Matt3o on Tue, 11 March 2014, 18:09:03

you people maybe don't understand how small this thing is...

i do lol

ideus · « **Reply #562 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 19:52:27 »

Quote from: Glod on Tue, 11 March 2014, 18:29:29

Quote from: Matt3o on Tue, 11 March 2014, 18:09:03
you people maybe don't understand how small this thing is...

i do lol

I do, skulls may not though lol

StylinGreymon · « **Reply #563 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 20:12:42 »

All I know is that I am appalled and offended that you would even consider altering a single thing, even an insignia so minor to me that I didn't even see the difference until it was explicitly pointed out.

I will have none of it.

I suggest we scrap the whole thing, and refund everyone their money, as clearly this set is now tainted and should be washed from the face of the earth.

Skull_Angel · « **Reply #564 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 21:14:56 »

Quote from: StylinGreymon on Tue, 11 March 2014, 20:12:42

All I know is that I am appalled and offended that you would even consider altering a single thing, even an insignia so minor to me that I didn't even see the difference until it was explicitly pointed out.

I will have none of it.

I suggest we scrap the whole thing, and refund everyone their money, as clearly this set is now tainted and should be washed from the face of the earth.

Here, here!

But, seriously I don't understand the initial hostility and sarcasm when a change gets critiqued and inaccuracies are pointed out, considering the content. Mirroring the eye-sockets, widening the jaw and putting a cleft in the chin (or possibly just blunting it) would bring it closer to original if you want my opinion.

My MSPaint skills suck, but didn't take too long to whip this up if you want an example of what I mean.

StylinGreymon · « **Reply #565 on:** Tue, 11 March 2014, 21:36:03 »

It all looks good to me, man.
I'm only 7 episodes in, so I have no dog in the fight.

I do wonder how noticeable these changes might be at normal keycap size.
I doubt I'd even see the cleft.

Matt3o · « **Reply #566 on:** Wed, 12 March 2014, 03:04:41 »

thanks for your submission Skull_Angel, I doubt you'd see the difference, but I'll try to ask SP.

LechnerDE · « **Reply #567 on:** Thu, 13 March 2014, 13:52:47 »

There were some problems with my invoice, but Melissa already contacted me to solve it manually.

I really appreciate how much effort SP is putting into this. Starting with the awesome price to fixing all the little problems pretty quickly.

Edit:

I just realized there is no Elrick "SP is the devil" post on this page of the thread. What happened buddy? Did you lose your passion

ideus · « **Reply #568 on:** Thu, 13 March 2014, 13:55:40 »

I think there is something very close to that from Mr. Elrick, just look carefully.

tadbitnerdy · « **Reply #569 on:** Thu, 13 March 2014, 13:58:33 »

Mods cleaned the thread. He must have taken the hint.

ideus · « **Reply #570 on:** Thu, 13 March 2014, 14:01:15 »

Yeah, certainly they removed the nice comments...LOL

LechnerDE · « **Reply #571 on:** Mon, 17 March 2014, 12:47:53 »

I just got this mail:

Hello Mr. ...,

We are the interactive agency representing Signature Plastics. We are contacting you regarding your 03/10/2014 Skull Squadron order with pimpmykeyboard.com because we need to confirm your mailing address.

....
....
....
Germany

If this is the correct mailing address, please confirm. If not, please reply with the correct mailing address.

Thank you for your time and we apologize for any inconvenience.

Ed Munro | Marketing & Communications Consultant
Red Rokk Interactive

Did you guys also get this? Kinda came out of nowhere and it was never mentioned that SP uses an external shipping service that I have never heard of...

jdeblese · « **Reply #572 on:** Mon, 17 March 2014, 12:49:37 »

I got it too, responded that it was correct and immediately got a "Thanks!" reply. SP is a manufacturer, so I'm not surprised they've outsourced dealing with individuals.

LechnerDE · « **Reply #573 on:** Mon, 17 March 2014, 12:53:29 »

Quote from: jdeblese on Mon, 17 March 2014, 12:49:37

I got it too, responded that it was correct and immediately got a "Thanks!" reply. SP is a manufacturer, so I'm not surprised they've outsourced dealing with individuals.

Yeah, it's no problem, but I was kinda surprised.

I have ordered stuff before from SP and it was sent directly from them.

Matt3o · « **Reply #574 on:** Mon, 17 March 2014, 13:00:00 »

Red Rokk Interactive is the company responsible for the website. As far as I understand their office is pretty close to SP (https://www.google.com/maps/dir/7837+Custer+School+Rd,+Custer,+WA+98240,+USA/114+W+Magnolia+St+%23505,+Bellingham,+WA+98225,+USA/@48.8411434,-122.6343438,12z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m13!4m12!1m5!1m1!1s0x5485b8b070930219:0x10d378862293e38e!2m2!1d-122.6398589!2d48.9258365!1m5!1m1!1s0x5485a3bd008fcb29:0xd0633e85002da138!2m2!1d-122.4780706!2d48.7514127)

jdeblese · « **Reply #575 on:** Mon, 17 March 2014, 13:00:19 »

Me too. Maybe the order volume is getting too much for them?

ideus · « **Reply #576 on:** Mon, 17 March 2014, 13:11:08 »

To SP reps: All orders' addresses will be checked this way? If so, It would be nice of you to post a heads-up message here, for all the people that placed and order and should have an email to confirm their addresses.

tadbitnerdy · « **Reply #577 on:** Mon, 17 March 2014, 13:24:34 »

Yeah, I got it, too. Resonded. Hope I didn't just give my address to a serial killer :/

ideus · « **Reply #578 on:** Mon, 17 March 2014, 13:25:43 »

Quote from: tadbitnerdy on Mon, 17 March 2014, 13:24:34

Yeah, I got it, too. Resonded. Hope I didn't just give my address to a serial killer :/

Buy a gun, just in case.

Maxim · « **Reply #579 on:** Mon, 17 March 2014, 16:29:38 »

I... didn't get this email. Should I have?

ideus · « **Reply #580 on:** Mon, 17 March 2014, 16:32:00 »

I think SP is checking all the addresses, I just got my email a few minutes ago.

Excessive · « **Reply #581 on:** Mon, 17 March 2014, 20:39:41 »

Hey Guys we are checking mailing address. I promised earlier in this thread, in reply to elricks concerns, that we would do this. This is because there was some problem with selecting the correct state in the beginning.

Ed works for us and is following up on this just to make sure everyone get's their order as promised. If you have any concern's please feel free to shoot me a message. Thanks!

FYI: Now that the state issue is fixed, future orders will not require this step.

ideus · « **Reply #582 on:** Mon, 17 March 2014, 20:41:20 »

Quote from: Excessive on Mon, 17 March 2014, 20:39:41

Hey Guys we are checking mailing address. I promised earlier in this thread, in reply to elricks concerns, that we would do this. This is because there was some problem with selecting the correct state in the beginning.

Ed works for us and is following up on this just to make sure everyone get's their order as promised. If you have any concern's please feel free to shoot me a message. Thanks!

FYI: Now that the state issue is fixed, future orders will not require this step.

Thank you for taking the time to do this. I hope the improved system allows people to trusth it.

tadbitnerdy · « **Reply #583 on:** Mon, 17 March 2014, 21:52:51 »

Yay I'm not gonna get chopped up and eaten!

Thanks Excessive for confirming this!

pasph · « **Reply #584 on:** Tue, 18 March 2014, 06:44:38 »

"state issue is fixed"?
Maybe for USA, Canada and UK (the only choises i see)

Excessive · « **Reply #585 on:** Tue, 18 March 2014, 10:13:55 »

Pasph we are working on pushing new updates to the state issue, and site in general, in preparation for launching several new group buys.

ideus · « **Reply #586 on:** Tue, 18 March 2014, 10:56:49 »

Quote from: Excessive on Tue, 18 March 2014, 10:13:55

Pasph we are working on pushing new updates to the state issue, and site in general, in preparation for launching several new group buys.

Excessive: In relation with the upcoming PBT GB: There are some reports on loose and tight fit with some stems of DSA PBT caps made by SP. Could you please confirm that these issues have been solved? Are the molds for PBT and ABS the same, I supose they are not, but just asking.

jdeblese · « **Reply #587 on:** Tue, 18 March 2014, 11:52:50 »

The tight fit is done on purpose, judging by this answer in their FAQ.

ideus · « **Reply #588 on:** Tue, 18 March 2014, 12:12:12 »

Quote from: jdeblese on Tue, 18 March 2014, 11:52:50

The tight fit is done on purpose, judging by this answer in their FAQ.

While it may be a design characteristic, the loose stems may be a manufacturing defect. That is why I asked.

JaccoW · « **Reply #589 on:** Mon, 24 March 2014, 10:13:57 »

Has SP started production already?

Matt3o · « **Reply #590 on:** Mon, 24 March 2014, 10:14:34 »

Quote from: JaccoW on Mon, 24 March 2014, 10:13:57

Has SP started production already?

yes!

tadbitnerdy · « **Reply #591 on:** Mon, 24 March 2014, 10:28:10 »

YYYYYYYEEEUUUUUUSSSSSS!!!!

JaccoW · « **Reply #592 on:** Mon, 24 March 2014, 10:43:02 »

Great! I can't wait.

Matt3o · « **Reply #593 on:** Mon, 24 March 2014, 10:43:36 »

Quote from: JaccoW on Mon, 24 March 2014, 10:43:02

Great! I can't wait.

you won't wait long

SPLady · « **Reply #594 on:** Mon, 24 March 2014, 18:25:50 »

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Excessive: In relation with the upcoming PBT GB: There are some reports on loose and tight fit with some stems of DSA PBT caps made by SP. Could you please confirm that these issues have been solved? Are the molds for PBT and ABS the same, I supose they are not, but just asking.

All the DSA mounts have been modified so that the fit is universal, which should be snug, but not excessively so. In general, yes the molds for PBT and ABS are the same.

ideus · « **Reply #595 on:** Mon, 24 March 2014, 19:21:25 »

Quote from: SPLady on Mon, 24 March 2014, 18:25:50

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Excessive: In relation with the upcoming PBT GB: There are some reports on loose and tight fit with some stems of DSA PBT caps made by SP. Could you please confirm that these issues have been solved? Are the molds for PBT and ABS the same, I supose they are not, but just asking.

All the DSA mounts have been modified so that the fit is universal, which should be snug, but not excessively so. In general, yes the molds for PBT and ABS are the same.

That is very good to know. Thank you.

rowdy · « **Reply #596 on:** Mon, 24 March 2014, 19:27:47 »

Quote from: SPLady on Mon, 24 March 2014, 18:25:50

Quote
Excessive: In relation with the upcoming PBT GB: There are some reports on loose and tight fit with some stems of DSA PBT caps made by SP. Could you please confirm that these issues have been solved? Are the molds for PBT and ABS the same, I supose they are not, but just asking.

All the DSA mounts have been modified so that the fit is universal, which should be snug, but not excessively so. In general, yes the molds for PBT and ABS are the same.

Fantastic!

The reasons in your FAQ are completely valid, and interesting to know the abuse that some keyboards can get.

But for the hobbyist this is great news! Thanks

Full_Battle_Rattle · « **Reply #597 on:** Mon, 24 March 2014, 22:20:57 »

Quote from: Matt3o on Mon, 24 March 2014, 10:14:34

Quote from: JaccoW on Mon, 24 March 2014, 10:13:57
Has SP started production already?

yes!

Quote from: Matt3o on Mon, 24 March 2014, 10:43:36

Quote from: JaccoW on Mon, 24 March 2014, 10:43:02
Great! I can't wait.

you won't wait long

I love you, man.

CommonCurt · « **Reply #598 on:** Mon, 24 March 2014, 23:02:55 »

Quote from: SPLady on Mon, 24 March 2014, 18:25:50

Quote
Excessive: In relation with the upcoming PBT GB: There are some reports on loose and tight fit with some stems of DSA PBT caps made by SP. Could you please confirm that these issues have been solved? Are the molds for PBT and ABS the same, I supose they are not, but just asking.

All the DSA mounts have been modified so that the fit is universal, which should be snug, but not excessively so. In general, yes the molds for PBT and ABS are the same.

Very good. Thanks for the info

MsYutai · « **Reply #599 on:** Thu, 27 March 2014, 14:23:00 »

Any chance we will receive this set before the other DSA GB closes? I want to try DSA-- if I like it then I might go in on the other GB!

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