ORI CLS-3//88 Keyboard - Prototype V2 Update

I am delighted to annouce the interest check for my third keyboard project, the CLS-3//88. The previous offerings (CLS-1//87 and CLS-2//65 - https://ori-club.com/collections/ori-classic-series) brought me absolute joy and also a fair share of headache, but I’ve always been priviledged with support from the community, and from friends who help me realize my vision.

The CLS-3//88 is the culmination of everything that I’ve learned so far (achievements and stumbles alike), so there will be signigicant changes in design and also in the way that the product is offered to the public, with the one and only aim of bringing the best experience possible. As always, I am excited to gather invaluable feedback that will guide me in refining the board in the coming months before the official launch.

DESIGN INSPIRATION

After CLS-2//65, I’ve been contemplating ways to add some extra “fanciness” to my following product lineup, without sacrificing the elements of elegance and balance that are consistently instilled in my designs. The name of the game is how to harmonize the newly introduced curves with the stable imagery of the Ori bird flying towards the Sun (but not too close lol), and make the whole execution effortless.

Effortlessness and simplicity




OVERALL SPECIFICATIONS

Keyboard layout: F13 WKL
8-part assembly
Top and bottom cases: Alunimum
Internal weight: Brass
External weight: Brass/Stainless Steel
Switch plate:
Isolated gasket mounting
Typing angle: 6 degrees
Front height: 17.8mm
Custom PCB and Daughterboard by Mechlovin’ Studio
TECHNICAL CHANGES AND IMPROVEMENTS

Mounting and typing feel: I have adjusted the connection positions between the plate and the mount to reduce stiffness in some places.However, as soon as new prototypes are reevaluated. I'll tune in one more time.

Sound: A realistic sound, reflected by a brass

Board assembly: My goal this time is with the assembly method where you will assemble the daughter board in the final stages. The aim is that the pcb will no longer be pinched by wires - affecting the feel of typing.

Packaging: Custom box - In the process of designing and testing

SALE INFO

For the first time ever and likely moving forward, Ori products will be offered through in-stock raffles. While doing traditional group buys makes things a lot simpler in terms of mobilization and logistics, it also puts a considerable amount of pressure on fulfillment, which in certain cases during my previous runs, affected my ability to meet expectations.

Keeping things in-stock, while having a huge financial strain on…, allows me to work at my own pace, and most importantly, mitigates risks to my side instead of my customers.


PROGRESS UPDATE

The first unanodized prototype is already here, and my partners at Mechlovin’and I are inspecting design and assembly elements, before moving towards building and sound testing.

TO-DO LIST
Gather community feedback and work on actionable items
Typing and sound testing
Fine-tune the design and produce new prototypes

IC Form: https://forms.gle/sNrsRr3BujsupKm9A


CHANGELOG
- Added WK version
- Added Dark Green anodized colour
- Added 1.2mm PCB option


SOCIAL
Website : www.ori-club.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/Rpr4S4eFGB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ori.club/

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