I recently figured out that it takes about three whole days and nights to type these damn updates. So, without wasting any more of your time... KEYBOARD THINGS (IN ALLCAPS).
Big, big month for us as usual. Big drops, massive container and an even bigger meetup. Wow wee indeed. Alhambra from Keepo, I mean it's ALL happening. I can barely contain myself.
MR-98 - 98% Keyboard kit!
98% keyboards don't come around often. They seriously don't come around at $300. 3 rounds of prototyping has been done to ensure a toight fit and finish, meaning you're looking at one hell of a board. Available for a short time only and in many, many customisable options this is the full size board you have been waiting for.
KKB Alhambra
An absolute BELTER of a set from our boy Keepo, you might know him from the ALLCAPS Discord server, he's one of the legends who works on staff. Alhambra is the first in Keepo's historical throwback sets and features a cooler colourway with wicked novelties and Arabic sub-legends. There's a latin kit for those of us who don't vibe with sub-legends and will be live August 12th! Set your calendars mates.
Melbourne Meetup 2023 - Actuated
We'll be there! All damn day, so if you're keen please pop by and say g'day (or get lost loser). Hit this link for more details. We will have stock for you to purchase and we’ll have HEAPS of prototypes of boards in, soon to be, or have recently completed GBs. Try em on site for yourself at Actuated!
Zuno Artisans - In Stock!
We've recently partnered with juggernaut of the artisan game: Zuno! Bringing you mega instock artisans, you are able to cop these fancy bois whenever you so wish. There will be the occasional GB for those that are more limited or re-runs as we wont have them on hand. We even made a whole new section on the website for your viewing pleasure. Now, gimme my Pastel Purple Bear Buu (or else).
CLOSED GROUP BUYS
Group buys are roughly in order of run date, please scroll to find your GB of choice.
| MW Alpenglow / Keycaps |
| STATUS: Arrived at forwarder, in Sept container |
| ETA: Q3, 2023 |
| KBM Fairy / Keycaps |
| STATUS: Queued for production |
| ETA: Q4, 2023 |
| KBM Golden Locket / Keycaps |
| STATUS: Queued for production |
| ETA: Q1, 2024 |
| MW Pavilion / Keycaps |
| STATUS: CANCELLED |
| ETA: Q3, 2023 |
| DMK HX-20 / Keycaps |
| STATUS: Shipping to ALLCAPS! |
| ETA: Q2, 2023 |
| GMK Blot / Keycaps |
| STATUS: Queued |
| ETA: Q1, 2024 |
| Deadline Studio Retro66 / Keyboard Kit |
| STATUS: In stock orders shipped, GB orders underway |
| ETA: Q4, 2023 for GB orders |
| Display 15 Artisan Tray / Accessories |
| STATUS: Manufacturing |
| ETA: Q2, 2023 |
| Deadline Studio TPS-40 / Keyboard Kit |
| STATUS: Manufacturing |
| ETA: Q4, 2023 |
| Honeydew Switches / Switches |
| STATUS: Manufacturing |
| ETA: Q3, 2023 |
| V81 Plus / Keyboard Kit |
| STATUS: Shipping to ALLCAPS |
| ETA: August |
| Hammer x BUGUR - Parellel Worlds / Keycaps |
| STATUS: GB concluded |
| ETA: Q4, 2023 |
| DMK Red Velvet / Keycaps |
| STATUS: GB concluded |
| ETA: Q4, 2023 |
| DMK Jade / Keycaps |
| STATUS: GB Concluded |
| ETA: Q4, 2023 |
| Violetta / Keyboard Kit |
| STATUS: Manufacturing |
| ETA: Q3, 2023 |
| X-Linear / Switches |
| STATUS: Shipping to ALLCAPS |
| ETA: August |
| DMK Jade / Keycaps |
| ETA: Q1, 2024 |
| STATUS: Invoicing |
| RE6.5 / Keyboard Kit |
| STATUS: Invoicing |
| ETA: Q1, 2024 |
| S-Craft Artisans / Artisans |
| STATUS: Shipping to ALLCAPS |
| ETA: August |
| Aaru65 / Keyboard Kit |
| STATUS: Invoicing |
| ETA: Q1, 2024 |
MOCHI40 UPDATE
I’m leaving the Mochi Update here for those that may have missed it. We are still working with FedEx AU and Aidan to resolve the situation, progress is unfortunately slow. Still working through issues with FedEx - it's the worst.
CONTAINER CONTENTS
Here is the next container’s contents. These are the boxes of things that are currently sitting inside a large metal box that is sitting on a ship somewhere between China and Melbourne.
STATUS: On a barge somewhere between China and AUS
ETA: Week of 15th August
Contents:
- V81 Plus
- X-Linear Switch
- PBTFans Shubarashi
- Others to surprise and delight...
Next Container: Due week of 20th Sept
CURRENT GROUP BUYS & PRE-ORDERS
Things that you could possibly buy later that will ship even later. Limited run, one time only releases.
First Love Switch live through August 29th
Seriously, BSN straight crushing it at the moment. Iconlabs are bringing us a modified PC top, POM bottom, 20mm 45g long spring. Not to be missed, here for a good time AND a short time. GB closes 29th August. Typing test below.
PBTFans Shubarashi - open for preorder now!
You like purple? We all like purple. You like cute things? We do too. Shubarashi is on the way! Pre-order to avoid disappointment.
KAM Outline live through August 13th
Inspired by a traditional 1935 No.10 Remington typewriter, this is where old meets new. Beesley has straight crush this one and we are honoured to offer this set for GB.
MW Alpenglow - open for pre-order now!
An absolute monster of a set has just shipped to us! Crystal's MW Alpenglow is one of the sets of the year and is NOT to be missed, due to us in mid-Sept we are glad to be able to open up pre-order now.
RESTOCKS & RE-RESTOCKS
Not much has restocked this month as we are preparing for a massive influx of pre-order and group buy stuffs to arrive from our forwarders.
Gat Yellows
RESTOCKED BABY
Zuno Artisans
5, that’s right 5 new Zuno artisans are up for y’all. Various quantities, various colourway. Boom.
Broken-In Switches
Literally down to our last few baggies. Cop if you want all the actuations. MX Blacks and Nixies only friends, best of the best for smooth af Cherry switches. Then use them however you'd like / paint the sht of them as if they were a French girl IYKYK.
NEW PRODUCTS, EXTRAS IN-STOCK
Everything coming in is from a pre-order or Group Buy, which is incredible. Can’t wait to get these things into your hands. But, all these things coming in has been mega distracting on stocking up on in-stock bangers.
Gateron Screw-In Stabs v2
We finally have some quality stabs in stock for you guys! Moving away from Durock, not because of performance or pricing, just that we have been working to consolidate our suppliers to make things a bit more manageable. Luckily, Gateron's latest Screw-In Stab game has really stepped up with the v2s!
Available in two variants: clear for short poles and black/blue for long poles, live NOW!
Odds & Ends
A new thing we've been dropping for our Discord fam, the odds and ends are mainly display things we have had around the shop. Switches first, then deskmats and keycaps. Closeout, final sale, no refunds kinda thing. We've just been dropping this stuff as we unpack. Keep checking on pings and updates on IG for when we drop/update Odds and Ends. Irregular drops, whenever we find time.
UPCOMING STUFF & THINGS
Leaks 'n stuff. Possible new things. Keep your ears to the ground, fam.
SL PBT Habitat
SwitchLab is back with a new keycap set. This time, he’s opted for a botanical theme. The design blends botanical elements with soft shades of green, beige and earthy tones, evoking a sense of calm and serenity.
Shark67, soonTM
Budget 65%s don't get much cheaper than this and wow wee does it get cheap. We are still working on pricing but consider this board to be in the sub $200 range and packed full of features. Absolute banger, do not sleep on this limited GB which will be launching soon.
Maybe you're not sad enough? Cause I’m not
Yours forever,
JC