HHKB Model has been adjusted to fix the gaps on either end
Contents 1. Details 2. Status 3. Vendor/Pricing 4. Configs/Colors 5. Media 6. FAQ 7. Thanks
Details Machida (pronounced ma-chi-da) is a Premium 40% Keyboard, sporting a 13u WKL or HHKB layout, and utilizes an o-ring bottom + gasket top mount construction. Supported Layouts:
Inspired from the traditional Korean Dancheong Artwork, the weight features an engraving of the Morucho pattern with the Hangul name, 마치다, in the left corner. The rear laser etched clouds are inspired from South Korean Tattoo Artist, PittaKKM. See Reference Images:
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Dancheong Artwork:
I took a trip to Seoul to visit my sister and took these photos at various Palaces and Temples throughout the city.
Keyboard Specifications: - Typing Angle: 5.0o - Case Materials: Anodized Aluminum Top and Bottom Body, Brass Weight - Mounting: Gummy O-Ring Bottom and Gasket Top - PCB: Solder PCB with USB-C Daughterboard - Configurable with VIAL - Front Height: 19mm Effective Height
Status Update 0 (Nov. 8th, 2022): Posted IC in my Discord and 40s Discord, lots of good feedback. Quite a few requests for HHKB Blockers so they were added as of Nov. 21st Update 1 (Dec. 17th, 2022): A few changes will be made moving forward: - plate and pcb assembly is lowered by 1mm to help reduce the "floating" keycaps look - external fillets are changed from G1 to G3 for a more natural external look - removed the bottom middle tab on the plate to help soften the spacebar acoustics I held two polls to determine whether to change the hangul weight engraving and the rear etch, these are the results: - Hangul weight engraving will stay the same (88-24, in favor to stay) - Rear laser etch will be optional during GB (69-42, not enough majority) Update 2 (Jan. 16th, 2023): Revised HHKB and WKL Protos have shipped from manufacturer! Update 3 (Feb. 7th, 2023): Revised HHKB and WKL Protos have arrived, test fits are complete, and more photos finished. - Pricing Confirmed for less than 400USD - GB Date being finalized, likely within the next month - HHKB Model has been adjusted to fix the gaps on either end Update 4 (March 11th, 2023): We are in GB! https://www.fruitykeeb.xyz
$380 for Red, Turquoise, and Silver Ano $390 for E-White and Black Ano
$45 for Extra PCBs $20-$35 for Extra Plates (Alu, PC, FR4, and Carbon Fiber) $7 for Extra O-Rings (50A/70A) and DBs
HHKB and WKL Render by OJ-Designs These colors may not be super accurate, refer to the Configs/Colors section for accurate colors
V1 MJF Prototype:
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I spilled something on this, idk what it was but whatever
FAQ
Why don't you have HHKB protos?HHKB just got added so I am still considering ordering prototypes.
Hey this looks like Spectacle.Yes, I spoke to Stilou Studio and they gave me their blessing for the design.
Hotswap PCB?Nope.
Thanks As always, I can't do these boards without the support and feedback of everyone involved <3
OCM for the art and literally carrying this hobby Dani for pushing this design into something truly unique Stilou Studio for the original side profile inspiration Epid for carrying my firmwares and writing me new hex's at the drop of a hat Derek for staying up late with me finding inspiration All the proto buyers for their trust and enabling this design to see the light
Everyone else who has bought any of my boards or supported me along the way.
