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Gina: A Highly Versatile Macro-Numpad - Pricing, GB Dates & Vendors Update

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Introducing...
Gina by KeebCats
A highly versatile Macro-Numpad

In collaboration with James AKB and Cutie Club, KeebCats proudly presents Gina - a Macro-Numpad that boasts multiple layouts designed to suit 60% and 65% form factors.

Check out the UPDATED IC Form: https://kbcats.co/GinaICForm

Official Product Page: https://keebcats.co.uk/products/gina-macro-numpad-by-keebcats

A prototype of rev. 2.
All images in this post are of actual prototypes and are not renders unless specified.

Layout options for Gina

More Images of Gina: https://gallery.gina.keebcats.co.uk/

The story behind Gina

"My goal was to create a numpad that could sit perfectly next to my 60%/65% boards while maintaining full functionality. So I reached out to James AKB in 2022 to help make it happen.

James AKB suggested we add the option to flip the numpad's PCB, allowing for regular & southpaw layouts, right-hand & left-hand macro columns and an ortho-linear layout. This was made possible with the help of Cutie Club, who moved the MCU onto the daughterboard, allowing the main PCB to flip and be soldered on either side.

To keep costs low, we used a simple sandwich mount style and added relief cuts to slightly dampen the sound and add some softness to the pad. After many revisions, we're incredibly proud to present Gina. Named after my adorable cat who loves small spaces and makes awkward but cute eye contact." - NorrittMTG

The real Gina in all her glory - the inspiration behind the Macro-Numpad: https://imgur.com/a/xjmpnaK

Features

- Versatile Macro-Numpad: This board is designed to be used both as a numpad and macropad.
- Unique Soldered PCB design as it can be flipped using a daughterboard; it does not require reflashing if you decide to flip it
- Hotswap PCB Options with Numlock LED(Fixed Standard or fixed Southpaw)
- Compatible with VIA/QMK
- CNC Full Aluminium Body
- Sandwich mounting with flex cuts
- Plate options: Aluminium (with flex cuts), Black POM (no flex cuts), Black POM (with flex cuts), Woven CF (with flex cuts)
- Compatible with 1.6mm stabilisers: TX Stabs, Durock, GMK etc.
- Option for solderable LED (this will not come with the board) in both standard and southpaw NumLock keys

Specifications

- Layout: Standard, Southpaw, Ortholinear Standard, Ortholinear Southpaw
- Weight: 480g~ fully built with Aluminium Plate
- Height: 7 Degrees Typing Angle, 19mm front height, 32mm back height
- Dimensions - 111mm x 111mm (Length x Height)
- Confirmed Colours: E-White, E-Black, Anodized Silver/Grey, E-Pink, Anodized Green
- Pricing:
USD SGD EUR GBP
Soldered |135 | 196 | 149 | 129 |
HS left/right |139 | 202 | 154 | 134 |

Vendors

- US & Canada: SpaceCables
- UK & EU: KeebCats (Tax in pricing is included for UK and EU member states)
- SEA: iLumKB
If you're interested in filling a vendor spot for Gina, please let us know in the IC form!

Dates

- IC begins: Mid-February 2023
- IC ends: June 2023
- IC Update: May 2023
- GB begins: June 16 2023 (TBC)
- GB ends: July 16 2023 (TBC)
- Shipping: 3-6 months, depending on order volume

Get in touch

- Discord: https://kbcats.co/KeebCatsDiscord
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keebcats
- Gina IC Page: https://keebcats.co.uk/products/gina-macro-numpad-by-keebcats

To-do

- Creating more content of Gina, including build streams, content creators and sound tests
- Iterate on feedback based on IC feedback
- Find regional vendors for Gina
- Colour Match new prototypes
- Creating a build guide

Updates (18/05/23)

- Hotswap prototypes have been made and are currently being tested.
- Colour Matching for new latest round of prototypes.
- E-Pink proto is ready and looking amazing. Final colours have been selected.
- Gina IC form V3 with updated questions & space for Content Creator, Email Signups and Vendor outreach.
- Estimated pricing added, with SpaceCables the main NA vendor, iLumKB as SEA Vendor, KeebCats will cover UK and EU.
- GB Dates Updated (TBC)

Special thanks to

James AKB: https://alchemistkeyboards.com
Cutie Club: https://cutieclub.cc
roscats: https://roscats.carrd.co/

Thanks for reading! Make sure to fill out the IC form to give us your feedback, and let us know if you want to get your hands on Gina!
https://kbcats.co/GinaICForm

Vendors

Vendor	Region	End Date	Store
GMK	—	—	—
iLumKB	US	—	—
NEXT	—	—	—
KeebCats	—	—	—

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Feb 13, 2023

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Jun 16, 2023

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