Inspiration I am a fan of plateless boards. A few months ago, I made a keyboard called the K-III, which was built on the same mounting method as this, and I thought it sounded/felt nice. I wanted to then expand that same structure to an 1800 form factor, with vintage-inspired stylings.
Mounting & Specifications The mounting system utilizes 2x 3mm orings that sandwich the PCB on both sides, with channels cut in the top and bottom case to friction fit the orings (similar to F1 mount style).
PCB Layout Supports most things that make sense in this layout. Will be designed by the wonderful Sleepdealer.
Sales & Pricing - February 2025 GB (maybe???) - 5 units black aluminum / 5 units polycarbonate small run (fulfilling everything myself so would like to not overextend myself!) - Aiming for $450 - $520, incl. hard case/PCB/cable - Made by your favorite (overpriced) manufacturer
Gallery PC version
Three indicator lights at the F13 location
Integrated cable! I will include a JST-USBA cable in the kit, which will be tied to the PCB "OTD style"
Corners
Side profile
Thanks Thanks to steve for pushing for 6u layout & Pontus, as always
& Pontus, as always 