Duck Black Bird Kustom Group Buy

[oatsbagotes]

Heres my finished build with Gat Blacks and JTK Stormtrooper, patiently waiting for GMK Stormtrooper This is my first Duck board and I am very happy with the quality of this board and it feels like a tank

[megaforce]

Mine was out for delivery and then back to post office. Dang!

Should I go with Gateron black or Vintage black? Decisions..

Vintage blacks + krytox. The only way.

[gaiden]

Heres my finished build with Gat Blacks and JTK Stormtrooper, patiently waiting for GMK Stormtrooper This is my first Duck board and I am very happy with the quality of this board and it feels like a tank

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Moarrrrr pictures please the side, the bottom, the back

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[cheesybreadstick]

Heres my finished build with Gat Blacks and JTK Stormtrooper, patiently waiting for GMK Stormtrooper This is my first Duck board and I am very happy with the quality of this board and it feels like a tank

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IT'S BEAUTIFUL :D

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[Mr_BeastQuake]

So, BB doesn't support switchtop removal? The pressure...

[brighenne]

So, BB doesn't support switchtop removal? The pressure...

Nope, no duck boards do.

[gaiden]

AFAIK all kustom don't support switch top removal

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[brighenne]

AFAIK all kustom don't support switch top removal

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Indeed, the thought is that the cutouts make for less stable mounting in the plate.

[m1kehonch0]

AFAIK all kustom don't support switch top removal

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Indeed, the thought is that the cutouts make for less stable mounting in the plate.

I have one board (not a Duck) that supports switch top removal and it's wobbly as hell. I'm not a fan.


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[xondat]

AFAIK all kustom don't support switch top removal

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Indeed, the thought is that the cutouts make for less stable mounting in the plate.

I have one board (not a Duck) that supports switch top removal and it's wobbly as hell. I'm not a fan.


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Which type of cutout is this?

[m1kehonch0]

AFAIK all kustom don't support switch top removal

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Indeed, the thought is that the cutouts make for less stable mounting in the plate.

I have one board (not a Duck) that supports switch top removal and it's wobbly as hell. I'm not a fan.


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Which type of cutout is this?

I can send a pic a little later when I get around to it. It's a RS84


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[onmybikedrunk]

AFAIK all kustom don't support switch top removal

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Indeed, the thought is that the cutouts make for less stable mounting in the plate.

I have one board (not a Duck) that supports switch top removal and it's wobbly as hell. I'm not a fan.


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Which type of cutout is this?

I can send a pic a little later when I get around to it. It's a RS84


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I have an RS96 and it's the same... Agreed.

[breitling]

I have an RS96 and its wobbly too but its not because of the switch top removal feature.. I think its because of the way it is assembled and the materials - the plate/pcb is very flexy. I have a lot of switch top removal boards, like the TX-CP I am typing on right now that are super solid and its certainly not flexy feeling like the RS96.

[yicaoyimu]

Yeah I would say the wobbly-ness of RS has more to do with the tray like design. That's why I only buy kits with top mounting plate.

[onmybikedrunk]

Here's a few phone pics for those that wanted them... waiting on Zeal's GB to start assembly.  I just stacked the parts up to give you all an idea, so if tolerances don't look quite right, that's why.  I'm no photographer, so don't judge.






Full imgur post here.

[cheesybreadstick]

Here's a few phone pics for those that wanted them... waiting on Zeal's GB to start assembly.  I just stacked the parts up to give you all an idea, so if tolerances don't look quite right, that's why.  I'm no photographer, so don't judge.

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Full imgur post here.

I think these are great pictures! Thank you! :D

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[gaiden]

Here's a few phone pics for those that wanted them... waiting on Zeal's GB to start assembly.  I just stacked the parts up to give you all an idea, so if tolerances don't look quite right, that's why.  I'm no photographer, so don't judge.

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Full imgur post here.

I think these are great pictures! Thank you! :D

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Oh my its so pretty

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[appleonama]

Here's a few phone pics for those that wanted them... waiting on Zeal's GB to start assembly.  I just stacked the parts up to give you all an idea, so if tolerances don't look quite right, that's why.  I'm no photographer, so don't judge.

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Full imgur post here.

I wish duck would glass bead his keyboards. only reason I got rid of my orion.

[gaiden]

Here's a few phone pics for those that wanted them... waiting on Zeal's GB to start assembly.  I just stacked the parts up to give you all an idea, so if tolerances don't look quite right, that's why.  I'm no photographer, so don't judge.

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Full imgur post here.

I wish duck would glass bead his keyboards. only reason I got rid of my orion.

What do you mean by that please explain

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[jal]

I wish duck would glass bead his keyboards. only reason I got rid of my orion.

What do you mean by that please explain

I'm curious, too. Do you mean bead blast? That's the only thing I can think of involving glass beads and aluminum fabrication.

[m1kehonch0]

Here's a few phone pics for those that wanted them... waiting on Zeal's GB to start assembly.  I just stacked the parts up to give you all an idea, so if tolerances don't look quite right, that's why.  I'm no photographer, so don't judge.

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Full imgur post here.

I think these are great pictures! Thank you! :D

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Dude thanks for sharing! I'm SO geeked for mine (R2)!


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[appleonama]

What I mean by that is the texture on the aluminum. I'm no expert, but as you can see it is a grainy texture finish on duck keyboards. I'm not sure what method he used but a shop told me you can achieve a nice smooth texture by glass bead blasting. All my other keyboards have a very fine texture and I am a huge fan of that.

[boo]

Surprisingly, the black bird is quite light compared to other kustoms I have.

[Mr_BeastQuake]

What I mean by that is the texture on the aluminum. I'm no expert, but as you can see it is a grainy texture finish on duck keyboards. I'm not sure what method he used but a shop told me you can achieve a nice smooth texture by glass bead blasting. All my other keyboards have a very fine texture and I am a huge fan of that.

I think this is more preference than quality. If it is a smooth finish it shows imperfections much easier.

[appleonama]

What I mean by that is the texture on the aluminum. I'm no expert, but as you can see it is a grainy texture finish on duck keyboards. I'm not sure what method he used but a shop told me you can achieve a nice smooth texture by glass bead blasting. All my other keyboards have a very fine texture and I am a huge fan of that.

I think this is more preference than quality. If it is a smooth finish it shows imperfections much easier.

Yeah I never said anything about quality hence its only the "texture". Its just my preference to have a smooth texture.

[kenshinjeff]

Erm some help with configuring the back rgb colours please? Anyone?

[kawasaki161]

Erm some help with configuring the back rgb colours please? Anyone?

There is a tutorial for this on KBDlab (there also is a keymapping tutorial there), it's in Korean though, so I didn't get that much info out of it.

http://kbdlab.co.kr/index.php?document_srl=370119&mid=board_sw

[raymogi]

Got mine today. This is the first time I actually received a Duck board from GB. Sick packaging Elton!

The customs didn't even bother opening the package, and they usually open everything that came into this country.

[kenshinjeff]

Erm some help with configuring the back rgb colours please? Anyone?

There is a tutorial for this on KBDlab (there also is a keymapping tutorial there), it's in Korean though, so I didn't get that much info out of it.

http://kbdlab.co.kr/index.php?document_srl=370119&mid=board_sw

Yeah I was hoping someone experienced with Duck boards could help out though. I went to the site downloaded the latest 02D KeyMapper but I realise that I just wanted to test the lights and not remap it. I realised it's possible to have a "original blackbird" firmware or "customised keymap" firmware. But in the first place, what's the keymap of the original one to test the lights?

[kawasaki161]

IT ARRIVED!!!!

Here is a quick album showing all parts as well as a bit of case assembly:
http://imgur.com/a/I1u2J

Edit: Any idea on how to get this thing into DFU mode? NVM it's the highest key over the arrow cluster.

[Fictiouz]

Awesome pics guy. Weird layout but I kinda love it. Sad I missed out. Wish I had the funds considering I accidentally applied and got an invoice.

[repuls0r]

what a beautiful board.. Grats to Elton for another successful GB and to all who got in on this beauty.

[duzeyao]

Blackbird firmware.

Full replay from Duck:

http://kbdlab.co.kr/?module=file&act=procFileDownload&file_srl=3954395&sid=49545b3e2ea4d6da5b724407c81b8c12

Flip key is  next of backspace key

Also  back  rgb led was setting white because rgb led test

You can change the rgb color from  O2D keymapper

Sorry  my English

BLACK BIRD function same  ORION V2 and OCTGON V2.

[kawasaki161]

Here is a Tutorial for the O2D keymapper, the mapping works the same way for the Black Bird, just be sure to use the version duzeyao linked.


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[alienman82]

removed.

[jal]

What I mean by that is the texture on the aluminum. I'm no expert, but as you can see it is a grainy texture finish on duck keyboards. I'm not sure what method he used but a shop told me you can achieve a nice smooth texture by glass bead blasting. All my other keyboards have a very fine texture and I am a huge fan of that.

I think this is more preference than quality. If it is a smooth finish it shows imperfections much easier.

Agree that it is a preference. They're just different surface options. I prefer the rougher finish - it does hide minor sins, and it also leaves the surface more matte. I like that look.

[Jeu]

Mine arrived today too! Packaging was rock solid and very impressed with the pieces. Waiting for my zealios to arrive....


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[kenshinjeff]

Here is a Tutorial for the O2D keymapper, the mapping works the same way for the Black Bird, just be sure to use the version duzeyao linked.


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Oh. This is to say that I have to map the rgb control keys, and reflash before I can test the back RGBs? Hmn... that's a bit weird but ok I can try to do that.

[Spopepro]

Forgive me if I missed it, but are there dimensions/hole locations posted for what looks like a weight insert cavity?

[kawasaki161]

Here is a Tutorial for the O2D keymapper, the mapping works the same way for the Black Bird, just be sure to use the version duzeyao linked.


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Oh. This is to say that I have to map the rgb control keys, and reflash before I can test the back RGBs? Hmn... that's a bit weird but ok I can try to do that.

I don't know if there are control keys mapped on the firmware the board shipped with, but it definitely was a lot easier for me to figure out how to reflash it than to search for the stock mappings.

[redbanshee]

Forgive me if I missed it, but are there dimensions/hole locations posted for what looks like a weight insert cavity?

I would like this info also!

[Shados]

Picked up mine from the post office today :>. The aluminium has a really nice, slightly grainy surface texture which feels and looks amazing. Board is comfortably hefty even without a weight insert, and feels very solid. That said, while I'm overall happy with it, the perfectionist in me does have some niggles with the anodizing. Specifically, the beveled edges (which are admittedly ****ing sweet) appear to have caused some problems for the anodizing process, as there are a few places where the underlying aluminium comes through:




You can see the same issue on the nearest corner in the 4th pic on onmybikedrunk's album, more clearly than on my crap pictures. It's not very obvious in either case, but noticeable if you're looking closely.

Also, given the steel plate is just raw, unfinished stainless steel (laser cut, I think, judging by the marks on the back), I think I'll probably end up polishing it before I'm satisfied .

[brighenne]

That steel plate looks brushed to me in your pic, is it just plain steel? The corner anodizing is unfortunate.

[wodan]

How do I configure the 8 status LEDs?

Don't want to finish assembl before I am sure I got the colors right ...

[kawasaki161]

How do I configure the 8 status LEDs?

I don't quite get what you mean with configure, but the first three are Numlock, Capslock and Scrolllock. The other five are mainly used for the layers.

[wodan]

Okay figured it out. Put the LEDs in the wrong way around ... I should read the silkscreen instead of making assumptions ...

[RocketGruntJake]

Any ETA for round 2, I can't imagine it would be too long from now?

[wodan]

Okay one last issue I am having with the programmer. I can't seem to be able to map the cursor/arrow keys. They just show ? in the mapping GUI and will leave the key empty when I switch layers back and forth. Anyone else experiencing this?
 

[kawasaki161]

Okay one last issue I am having with the programmer. I can't seem to be able to map the cursor/arrow keys. They just show ? in the mapping GUI and will leave the key empty when I switch layers back and forth. Anyone else experiencing this?

You have to install the Korean language package to windows for this to work.