Welcome to the interest check for the MB-44!
The MB-44 is a Minivan inspired layout with a fun 65%-esque blocker separating the arrow cluster. Here is a quick rundown of the what the MB-44 offers:
- Modified minivan layout with a 0.5u blocker separating spacebars from the arrow cluster similar to a typical 65% layout.
- Fun, two-piece case design with a 7 degree typing angle.
- Big bar and three split bar layout options (3u gang!).
- Encoder support.
- PCB powered by an Atmega32u2 and Unified C3 daughterboard (type-c and ESD protection) running QMK.
- Top mount.
IC Google Form: https://forms.gle/wkmiFFm4f72sc6m76
Supported LayoutsThe following layouts are currently supported on the PCB:
Please note that both encoder locations are tied to the same pins. This means that if someone decides to use both encoder locations, they will have the same exact function.
Color OptionsThere was lots of discussions on colors, and we have decided to offer Blue-Grey, Green, Lilac and black:
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Grey-Blue
Green
Lilac:
Black - I didn't want to pay for a proto so you get this ring as a sample:
Price and AvailabilityPending the amount of response and interest gathered in this IC, a group buy will be hosted on
Aeternus Decorum. While the price is not final, we are aiming to offer this at
$250 + tax and shipping. The kit will include case, FR4 plate, PCB mainboard, Unified C3 daughterboard, JST cable and hardware. Plate files will also be made available for folks who prefer different plate materials.
Please fill out the IC Form if you are interested in the MB-44 keyboard:
https://forms.gle/wkmiFFm4f72sc6m76Thanks for stopping by!
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Update and Group Buy Info:https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=110970.msg3027620#msg3027620Group Buy starts at 11am US central time at Aeternus!Typing test from dededecline's build stream:
https://www.twitch.tv/videos/975409245?t=01h51m38s 
