Arc - An Ergonomic 65% with Macros

Arc

Ergo 65XT, Available for pre-order now on shostudios.co




Arc is an ergonomic 65% keyboard with a 2-row macro column, split at a 12-degree angle. It features the familiar gummy O-ring mount and a front-facing walnut/maple accent.


Contents

• Specifications
• Sales & Pricing
• Renders & Photos
• FAQ
• Socials & Build Vlog

1. Specifications

Case Angle: 7.25°

Front Height (min-max): 19mm-22.3mm

Net Weight: 2kg (built with alu plate, Gateron X & GMKs)

Case Materials: 6063 Aluminium, Brass (internal-weight), Walnut/Maple (front accents)

Hardware Materials: SUS304 Stainless Steel (case screws & daughterboard screws)

Plate Materials: 6061 Aluminium & Carbon Fibre (1.5mm thickness)

PCB:

• 1.6mm FR4 (no flex cuts) designed by Mechlovin’
• QMK & VIAL Configurable
• Daughterboard with ESD protection

Layout Options:


Keyboard mount:

Gummy O-ring with mounting posts


2. Sales & Pricing

Base kit price: SGD 630 (USD 468)

Kit includes:

• 1x Keyboard Case (hardware pre-assembled)
• 1x Solder-only PCB, daughterboard & JST cable
• 6x Custom Silicone Feet
• 1x Carrying Case

50 units min., 100 units max.
Targeted Completion: Early-Late Q4 2023

Shipping Estimates:


3. Renders & Photos

Black & Walnut


Silver & Maple


Prototype Photos


Bottom Engraving


Exploded View



4. FAQ

• Who are you and what is shostudios?
  I am the former designer and co-founder of Hex Keyboards. Having left the brand early this year, I have set up shostudios as a personal outlet to work on bringing my passion projects to life.
• Will _____ color/wood/plate be available?
  Unfortunately not. I will be working on fulfilment alone for these projects so I’d like to keep things simple by reducing the number of SKUs I'm offering. I will be releasing the plate and wood accent files towards the end of fulfilment. I may also add a raw case option if there is enough demand for it. Let me know in the form linked below.
• Why the 100 units cap?
  I will be working with limited space and manpower (my pair of hands) when it comes time for fulfilment. So even though I have 3 years of experience in keyboard fulfilment with my previous venture, I’d rather not stretch myself too thin.
• Will you be engaging with any international vendors?
  Not for this project.

5. Socials & Build Vlog

To keep up with the latest information for this board, join my discord server, or follow me on instagram!
Raw Aluminium IC form