For pinnacle typing experience. Estimated at $250 $200.UPDATE 8/10/24Hey everyone! It's been some time since my initial IC. Thanks to your feedback from the original post,
I am pleased to announce several new improvements and features as we are closing in on the group buy.- First and foremost, as I have been narrowing down where I'm sourcing parts,
I have managed to reduce the estimated price to roughly $200, from $250.
- The Summit's accent pieces will now be offered in 2 different options:
Sandblasted Brass as before, along with Polished Stainless Steel.
- Aluminum Plates will now be offered due to popular request. I still do not plan on offering other options,
however, the plate files will be available in case users want to custom fabricate their own.
- The PCB now supports a Split 3:1:3 Spacebar configuration, for a total of 3 options: 7u, 10u, and Split. (Sorry 6u fans!)
- Design-wise, the internal weight has been updated to resemble a cloud - Not only does this add to the aesthetic theme of the mountaintop,
but it greatly improves the look of the bottom of the keyboard, with the internal weight's design flowing smoothly with the external's.
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Hey everyone! My name is flurples, and I am thrilled to introduce to you the
Summit.
Implementing the iconic Gummy O-Ring mount, along with hefty dual brass weights,
its HHKB exclusive design delivers pinnacle typing experience, without the high price tag.
Cutting EdgeThe Summit features a game-changing, laser cut brass weight system.
While traditional weights are CNC milled, its dual laser cut weights not only reduce waste, but also expenses.
HHKB ExclusiveBy using a proprietary notched PCB, the Summit features the Unikorn-style, single piece chassis design loved by many,
while accommodating for the iconic HHKB blockers - a combo usually impossible due to interference of the corner blockers with the PCB.
Designed from the Inside OutOffered exclusively in frosted Polycarbonate, the Summit displays not just as a striking statement piece for your desk, but as beautifully constructed instrument.
Its transparency allows users to appreciate beyond just its gorgeous external appearance.
= New / Updated 8/10/24
InterfaceSupported Layout: HHKB only
Typing Angle: 7.5°
EKH: 23.6 mm
MaterialsChassis: Sandblasted Polycarbonate
Weights: Sandblasted Brass,
Polished Stainless SteelPlate Options:
Aluminum, Polycarbonate, Brass
Mass:
- Unbuilt: 840g
- Built, PC Plate: 1140g
- Built, Brass Plate: 1305g
ConnectivityPCB: 1.6mm Fr4, No flex cuts, Soldered only
Compatibility: USB-C, using Unified Daughterboard S Series
Software: QMK / VIA
PricingEstimated Price:
$200Availability: Limited GB
Vendor: TBA
Layout Options:
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