Based off the side profile of a 60's C1 Corvette Modified to highlight the geometry and streamline it to fit the proportions of a keyboard Sleek design with a bit of flare to keep it fresh? Idk lol
The Vette is exactly what you think it is at first sight.
From the compact geometry and sleek angles reminiscent of its inspiration, the C1 Corvette, this project is an ambitious experimentation on the union of innovative ideas and streamlined engineering.
Meticulously crafted with your experience in mind, the Vette can be tailored how you see fit for a contemporary experience
After all, you won’t hesitate to have it on your desk, daily.
Vette Case by TECH.LADO PCB Design by 0xCB
SPECIFICATIONS
Case
6.78 degrees Typing Angle Machined Aluminum (Alloy 6061) Case. USB-C Interface QMK & VIAL Compatible (VIA TBD) Powder Coated Finish 13.1cm x 32.3cm x 2.6cm 1.5mm plate Tsangan Bottom Row ANSI, HHKB, & WKL Top Enclosure Options Full Gasket Mount System with the option to use Rubber, Poron, or Silicone Gaskets. Choice of Aluminum, Brass, Polycarbonate. (FR4 and POM options may be added depending on feedback.) Waveform Suppression System (WSS) - Brass Weight and Silicone Dampener designed to be used in tandem to tune and suppress the acoustics of the board. Vette Classic side panel will be sold as an extra option. (The panels are purely an aesthetic option to spice up your board if you choose to have it as an add-on)
PCB
A custom PCB Designed and Manufactured by 0xCB
60% PCB ESD Protection South facing switches, hotswap Per switch RGB USB-C daughterboard
VARIANTS (Colorway options and Kit Inclusions)
Standard Edition (SE) Color Options (Serial-Numbered between 1-200)
Five color options To be paired with White side panels and Chrome Accent Trim: Crimson - Pantone 1795 C (Red) Daisy Sunflower - Pantone 114 C (Yellow) Sky - Pantone 2915 C (Blue) Seafoam - Pantone Green 0921 C (Green) Aster - Pantone 9344 C (Purple)
Mono Edition (ME) Color Options (Serial-Numbered between 1-200)
Five Color Options. You can mix and match any of these colors for the Enclosure, Side Panels, and Accent Trim Ghost - Pantone 11-0601 TPX (Bright White) Ivory - Pantone 11-0907 TCX (Off-White) Fog - Pantone 17-5104 TCX (Gray) Midnight - Pantone 433 C (Dark Gray) Onyx - Pantone 419 C (Black) Chrome *Available for Accent Trim only
Each Standard/Mono Edition Package comes with:
1x Top Enclosure (HHKB/WKL/ANSI, Aluminum) 1x Base Enclosure (Aluminum) 1x Waveform Suppression System (WSS) Brass Weight and Silicone Dampener Combo 1x Aluminum Plate 1x Various Mounting Hardware 1x Custom 0xCB 60% PCB 1x USB-C Daughter Board 1x T.L Switch and Keycap puller 1x Torx Tool 1x 1.5M USB-C to USB-A cable (USB 3.0) (Braided) 2x Set of Rubber, Poron, and Silicone Gaskets. 1x Carrying Bag 1x Cleaning Cloth 1x White Gloves 1x Instruction Guide 1x Authenticity Card 1x Various Packaging
Bespoke Edition
The Vette: Bespoke Edition is our take on the tasteful nostalgia and creative freedom of the custom car culture.
Rooted on the full attention to detail, the Bespoke Edition takes the form factor of our Vette to new heights, with you having the liberty to fully tailor your experience on how you’d want your keyboard to be. If Akira Nakai would have a custom keyboard, it’s probably this one. But don’t take our word for it.
Custom finishes, serial codes, color choices, and matched accessories. You name it and we’ll gladly deliver.
Make your VETTE yours.
As a way to give back to this creative community, we’ll be raffling 1 BESPOKE unit. Raffle details TBA.
Each Bespoke Edition Package comes with:
1 x Top Enclosure (HHKB or FULL, Aluminum) 1 x Base Enclosure (Aluminum) 1 x Set of Brass, Aluminum, FR4 and Polycarbonate Plates 1 x Various Mounting Hardware 1 x Custom 0xCB PCB 1 x USB-C Daughter Board 1 x T.L Switch and Keycap puller 1 x Torx Tool 3 x Set of Rubber, Poron, and Silicone Gaskets. 1 x Carrying Bag 1 x Cleaning Cloth 1 x White Gloves 1 x Instruction Guide 1 x Various Packaging 1 x Color Matched Flight Case for Storage 1 x Color Matched Custom Deskmat 1 x Color Matched 1.5M USB-C to USB-A cable (USB 3.0) (Braided) (Coiled upon Request) 1 x Keyboard Display Stand 1 x Flight Case Packaging 1 x Bespoke Portfolio of your Vette. (Renders from your ordering process, Color/Pattern Swatches, and Personalized Authenticity Card)
OTHER DETAILS
Pricing: TBD. Will be announced once we receive and are satisfied with the prototypes. Optional Extras: Extra Plates Extra Sound Dampener Deskmats Lube Stations
GB DATE: TBD*The Vette will be purchasable on our (soon to launch) website when group buy starts.
*Colors used in renders are for pre-production only and are subject to change.
ABOUT US
TECH.LADO is a small industrial design studio formed by friends from different fields, but with one common obsession: function, aesthetics, and experience.
The studio is rooted in designing unique and functional pieces as a way of sharing their perspective and ideologies with the community.
