[GB] - NerD 60 [White PCB] by GON - R2

[pichu23]

NerD 60 [White PCB] by GON - R2

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Picture credits : GONsKeyboardworks

*The PCB's this round would not be in black.
**Picture above is just for reference

Features about the NerD PCB & link to IC
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=63533.0


GB Link : http://www.gonskeyboardworks.com/group-buys/113-white-nerd-60-pcb.html

Soldering Options : http://www.gonskeyboardworks.com/customizing-services/114-optional-soldering-for-nerd-60-pcb.html

[pichu23]

Hello guys, the GB is live !

Please purchase through the link below:
http://www.gonskeyboardworks.com/group-buys/113-white-nerd-60-pcb.html

Soldering options:
http://www.gonskeyboardworks.com/customizing-services/114-optional-soldering-for-nerd-60-pcb.html

Thank you once again for participating

[Tiramisuu]

cha ching.  Will be placing my order on payday.

[pichu23]

cha ching.  Will be placing my order on payday.

  

[Jersern]

Will this fit in the tex 60% case?

[pichu23]

Will this fit in the tex 60% case?

I believe so but I'll ask GON and come back to you.
Cause I've read somewhere that NerD is compatible with most 60% case. Don't take into account if you apply side LEDs of course.

[nebo]

Missed out on black, got this though so I think I win.    
 
Blue case, white pbc, white switches, blue stickers. I might have the prettiest keyboard in the land when this is done.

[pichu23]

Missed out on black, got this though so I think I win.    
 
Blue case, white pbc, white switches, blue stickers. I might have the prettiest keyboard in the land when this is done.

White pcb is indeed sexy. I got one from sprit as well. Lovely colours 

[DanielT]

You are killing me, again broke and again a cool PCB. Now I have to sell something to scrap the money for this one

[Glod]

Will this fit in the tex 60% case?

Yes, I can confirm that, I tested it with tex and vortex cases prior to building my GON HHKB. The Nerd60 fits all poker/pure compatible cases and poker layout plates.

It has the best led options and a superior layout config gui.

Buy this PCB!

[Shiftshape]

Any final date for taking orders? Should probably wait for payday before I splurge more on toys.

[Shacony]

Hi, I'm kinda new to this GroupBuy stuff and brought some questions:

- Are in this shoppinglist(http://i.imgur.com/2cxES37.png) all the components included that I need to build a complete keyboard (except keycaps) or did I miss anything?
- Do the prices have tax included? (Shipping to Germany for me, do I have to pay additional 19% taxes when the packet arrives?)
- Is there already an expected shipping date?

Sorry for all those questions, it's just the first time I make a diy keyboard and I want to avoid making mistakes as much as possible At the moment I'm using a Razer Blackwidow Tournament Edition Stealth, but I really think I'm in need of an upgrade, and this seems like the best option out there for a 60% layout

[Karura]

Hi, I'm new to keyboard building and got some questions about the resistors and diodes.

Are resistors for LEDs? Are diodes for the switches?

So which option do I pick if I want to add switches + backlit leds (color of my choice) to a PCB? I don't want side leds.

[DanielT]

Resistors are for LED's and diodes for switches.
You need this customization http://www.gonskeyboardworks.com/customizing-services/114-optional-soldering-for-nerd-60-pcb.html#/7_optional_soldering-diodes_resistors_for_backlight_leds and select from the drop down list Diodes+Resistors for Backlight

[Jersern]

Will this fit in the tex 60% case?

Yes, I can confirm that, I tested it with tex and vortex cases prior to building my GON HHKB. The Nerd60 fits all poker/pure compatible cases and poker layout plates.

It has the best led options and a superior layout config gui.

Buy this PCB!

Yay sounds good! I'll give it a few days to wait for a paycheck haha

[pichu23]

Any final date for taking orders? Should probably wait for payday before I splurge more on toys.

Nope. Not for now. But I guess it's up to GON to close when he receives enough orders. I too am waiting for awhile before ordering  )

[pichu23]

Hi, I'm kinda new to this GroupBuy stuff and brought some questions:

- Are in this shoppinglist(http://i.imgur.com/2cxES37.png) all the components included that I need to build a complete keyboard (except keycaps) or did I miss anything?
- Do the prices have tax included? (Shipping to Germany for me, do I have to pay additional 19% taxes when the packet arrives?)
- Is there already an expected shipping date?

Sorry for all those questions, it's just the first time I make a diy keyboard and I want to avoid making mistakes as much as possible At the moment I'm using a Razer Blackwidow Tournament Edition Stealth, but I really think I'm in need of an upgrade, and this seems like the best option out there for a 60% layout

Hiya, I'm not sure bout the tax.
It might be taxable when it reaches Germany though but that's on the German side.
Yes, I think the parts are correct.

[DanielT]

It is taxable, but when you place the order just leave GON a message and he will declare a value so you don't have to pay taxes, for Germany I think that is under 25EUR, so a value around 25$ is safe
Shopping list is OK

[awhitedev]

This looks really cool but holy crap shipping is expensive! 

[pichu23]

This looks really cool but holy crap shipping is expensive! 

Not sure how much shipping is to the US. Maybe if there are a couple of US peeps joining this, you might be able to share shipping. 

[cjhard]

I legit got my black NerD 60 the day after a tracking # was in my inbox. It went from Korea to America in very little over one full day. Cost of shipping is high, but it's also impressively fast

[eosph]

Ordered!

Can't wait to build my dream keyboard!

[DanielT]

I'm curious what you call expensive shipping?

[Karura]

Thanks Daniel for the help.

Just wondering, does anyone actually know where the sidelit LEDs are located, and how many LEDs are there? It's a lot of money for it, and I was thinking of maybe getting an aluminum flating case, not sure if it would benefit from it.

[DanielT]

I hope I'm not wrong but for the side LED's there should be one for each key on top and bottom rows and right and left column. The side LED's are SMD ones, soldering them takes more time and skills.

[Karura]

Ohh, like a whole rectangle array of extra LEDs?

I thought it would be like.. 2 tiny LEDs on the left and right side of the case.

Thinking of maybe going with a case like this. You think it'll benefit from it?



Also I am wondering, he doesn't specify LED color, I guess the colour will be white or something.

[DanielT]

Yep, it's a whole rectangle array. I think you have an option to chose LED color, either leave a note or something like that, I will check.
That case is beautyful but you will not se much of the side lights, the best choice is either a GON case with polycarb frosted middle layer or something like Sprit acryl cases.
With a solid case you will see only some light at the edges of the case, not much.
I will come back with the details for the side LED's when I get on my computer at work, from my mobile it's too cumbersome

[DanielT]

Here you have it  when you chose the customization you have a drop down menu for the side LED color:

[Karura]

Ah, that is so sneaky, I did not notice. Thanks Daniel!

[DanielT]

You're welcome  At a first look the customization fee sounds bit steep, but I can tell you one thing, GON is an artist, the soldering on my Black NerD60 is amazing, I couldn't believe it was done all manually. GON has a video where you can see how complex this process actually is.

[kitsun8]

You're welcome  At a first look the customization fee sounds bit steep, but I can tell you one thing, GON is an artist, the soldering on my Black NerD60 is amazing, I couldn't believe it was done all manually. GON has a video where you can see how complex this process actually is.

gday mate have you bought a PCB yet? 

[DanielT]

gday mate have you bought a PCB yet? 

No, not yet, I'm broke, like really broke  I have to wait for the paycheck or to sell something that is not my kidney 

[spenghammer]

Snagged a black pcb for me in the last group buy.  Just now snagged a white one for the lady.  She doesn't know it yet, but she needs this in her life. haha

[p3lim]

Still no confirmation from GON about flashing a different bootloader and firmware to this board.
I tried emailing him, but all I got was advertisement for his GUI (which is nice and all but useless for me).

Was kinda hoping this could be an alternate for the GH60, sadly it doesn't seem like it.

[Karura]

Snagged a black pcb for me in the last group buy.  Just now snagged a white one for the lady.  She doesn't know it yet, but she needs this in her life. haha

Nice excuse...

Lady: "Why do you have all these keyboards??"
spenghammer: "It's for you!!! Don't you see?"

[Barracuda]

What customizing would you need for side leds and switch leds?

[spenghammer]

Snagged a black pcb for me in the last group buy.  Just now snagged a white one for the lady.  She doesn't know it yet, but she needs this in her life. haha

Nice excuse...

Lady: "Why do you have all these keyboards??"
spenghammer: "It's for you!!! Don't you see?"

"You know it's true, everything I do, I do it for you." 

*camera zooms in on a sexy and complete Gon white pcb build enshrined in a clear Gon case with pink leds and white key caps glowing softly in a fine dramatic mist...a slightly out of focus but visibly ecstatic wife can be seen in the background swooning over her keyboard...that special thing that completely and utterly symbolizes her husband's love for her...fade to black.... lol

[Karura]

Wait, so the side LEDs are actually on the underside of the PCB? So with a solid case, it wouldn't even benefit it a little? I thought it was on the top!

Almost ready to order

[Karura]

Snagged a black pcb for me in the last group buy.  Just now snagged a white one for the lady.  She doesn't know it yet, but she needs this in her life. haha

Nice excuse...

Lady: "Why do you have all these keyboards??"
spenghammer: "It's for you!!! Don't you see?"

"You know it's true, everything I do, I do it for you." 

*camera zooms in on a sexy and complete Gon white pcb build enshrined in a clear Gon case with pink leds and white key caps glowing softly in a fine dramatic mist...a slightly out of focus but visibly ecstatic wife can be seen in the background swooning over her keyboard...that special thing that completely and utterly symbolizes her husband's love for her...fade to black.... lol

   

[Karura]

gday mate have you bought a PCB yet? 

No, not yet, I'm broke, like really broke  I have to wait for the paycheck or to sell something that is not my kidney 

For teaching me so much, I'm willing to spot you $5

[DanielT]

Wait, so the side LEDs are actually on the underside of the PCB? So with a solid case, it wouldn't even benefit it a little? I thought it was on the top!

Almost ready to order

Yep the side LED's are under the PCB, for the upper side you have the normal back light LED's and in that case it works fine with a low profile solid alu case.
For the normal backlight you have to chose Diodes+Resistors for Backlight LED's.

For teaching me so much, I'm willing to spot you $5

That is so nice of you It was my pleasure, GON makes some amazing boards, and it would be a shame to miss out the opportunity to get one just because some bits and pieces of information are to clear 
 I will see in a week what funds I have available when I cash my paycheck

[kitsun8]

Wait, so the side LEDs are actually on the underside of the PCB? So with a solid case, it wouldn't even benefit it a little? I thought it was on the top!

Almost ready to order

Yep the side LED's are under the PCB, for the upper side you have the normal back light LED's and in that case it works fine with a low profile solid alu case.
For the normal backlight you have to chose Diodes+Resistors for Backlight LED's.

For teaching me so much, I'm willing to spot you $5

That is so nice of you It was my pleasure, GON makes some amazing boards, and it would be a shame to miss out the opportunity to get one just because some bits and pieces of information are to clear 
 I will see in a week what funds I have available when I cash my paycheck

hey hey don't forget about me shouting 5 bucks as well. My bribe didn't go wasted 

[spenghammer]

So Gon, what's the count up to??

[pichu23]

So Gon, what's the count up to??

I'm not GON but I think a few people are waiting for funds to arrive. So there will/might be a few orders later this month. 

[spenghammer]

So Gon, what's the count up to??

I'm not GON but I think a few people are waiting for funds to arrive. So there will/might be a few orders later this month. 

That's what credit cards are for.  Instant gratification!  Just kidding

[pichu23]

So Gon, what's the count up to??

I'm not GON but I think a few people are waiting for funds to arrive. So there will/might be a few orders later this month. 

That's what credit cards are for.  Instant gratification!  Just kidding

Lol! I'm a student, can't use that credit card other than emergencies. 

[spenghammer]

So Gon, what's the count up to??

I'm not GON but I think a few people are waiting for funds to arrive. So there will/might be a few orders later this month. 

That's what credit cards are for.  Instant gratification!  Just kidding

Lol! I'm a student, can't use that credit card other than emergencies. 

I feel ya!  Smart move.  Credit cards will certainly crush your life/back account down the road.  What feels good now won't feel good later... 

But...but...sexy white pcb! Haha

[eosph]

I can't wait to get my hands on this, does anyone have a list of what stabilisers I'd need for a standard ISO PCB mounted layout?

[DanielT]

I can't wait to get my hands on this, does anyone have a list of what stabilisers I'd need for a standard ISO PCB mounted layout?

You need
1 small stab for ISO Return
1 small stab for Backspace
1 small stab for Right Shift (if you use the standard 2.75u SHIFT )
1 space bar stab (7u or 6.25u depending on what you want on the bottom row)

And I still don't have the money for this, need to sell more stuff

[Sygaldry]

Will this fit a pexon/vortex cast Alu case?

If so I'm good for one and a plate!