类型: GB
作者: DoCallMeKing
发布时间: 2020-12-01
21:32:33
更新时间: 2021-07-22 02:50:11
原链接:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=109943.0
Monarch by King Boards
EXTRAS ARE NOW AVAILABLE!!!
Group Buy links below are now live! GB will be
starting
December 5th at 11am EST and running through December
20th
(unless all slots are claimed earlier).
I’ve decided to
go with a FCFS style for this first GB. Based on volume and
demand, I will alter this approach for the next GB if
needed.
There will be 200 slots available of the
Standard kit and 50 slots available for the Limited
Edition.
Standard Kit Link
Limited Edition Link
Taeha Types completed a build stream December 8th at
9pm EST.
Background
Please review the IC here
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=108826.msg2962758/#msg2962758
for any and all background information.
Description
Monarch is a WKL 65% with a separated arrow cluster,
rotary encoder knob, and interchangeable inserts. (Initially
I was only going to offer WKL but the amount of requests I
received to also make WK has led me to offer that option as
well).
I wanted the board to be customizable based on
the users preference and the keysets they had on hand.
For
example if you have been rockin’ GMK Striker for a few
months and want to change it up, I thought it would be great
if you could change the look of your board as well to match
GMK 8008 if you’re throwin’ that on!
The
interchangeable inserts is really what I set out to create
because I like to switch my keysets frequently and I was too
often left with only a couple options that I could ever
match to my board due to its color.
Simply pop the case
open, swap out the insert to a new color, and you’ve
completely changed the look of your board!
The rotary
knob has grown to become something I really love on a board
because it gives me easy quick control of so many different
things.
Each kit will come with 1 brass knob and you’ll
have the choice of one of 4 colors (Gold, Black, Silver,
Carbon Gray).
Monarch deploys a 7.7 o typing angle for a
comfortable typing position anchored by an o-ring burger
mount.
The front lip height has been kept at a low
17.5mm for a smooth transition.
Having a separate arrow
cluster not only increases usability but also shows off more
of the stunning insert colors.
The board will also come
with a 2mm custom internal liner for increased sound
dampening.
Each kit will also be shipped with a
carrying case custom designed for Monarch.
A portion of
the large brass weight is visible from the back of the case
but also spans a large portion of the bottom of the case
with a beautiful engraving of the King Boards logo.
The
PCB is QMK and VIA compatible. It also has ISO compatibility
however the plates offered will not support it. I will make
the plate files publicly available later on so members can
cut their own if they want.
This design also utilizes a
daughterboard to enable a symmetrical center-location
port.
Plates will be available in Aluminum and
Brass.
There will be 2 versions of Monarch available.
Standard and Limited Edition.
This board is a beastly
beauty weighing in at about 7.5lbs for the
Standard version and a whopping 9.4lbs for
the Limited Edition.
Prototype Images
This image shows the slightly modified bottom to allow for
easier access
to the daughterboard and better cable
management.
Additional Color Renders can be found here…
https://imgur.com/a/p6iJDir
Layout
Standard Kit
$500 + ship
The standard kit will include…
-
A Top and Bottom Case of The Same Color (Black, Blue, Red, Gray)
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Aluminum Insert in Choice of Layout (WKL or WK) and Color (Black, Blue, Red, Gray)
Plate (Aluminum or Brass)
Brass Weight
Rotary Encoder
-
Brass Knob (Gold, Black, Silver, Carbon Gray)
Inner Sound Dampening Liner
-
Custom Carrying Case Made Specifically for Monarch
PCB
Daughterboard
-
Associated Cables, Screws, O-rings, and Bumpons
Color Options For Case and Insert
Black
Blue
Red
Gray
Limited Edition
$575 + ship
For the Limited Edition model you have the option of either an E-White or Black case paired with a gorgeous full Brass Insert in your choice of WK or WKL.
The Brass Insert is only available as part of the Limited Edition version and will not be available to purchase as an extra.
This Insert adds roughly 2lbs to the overall weight and even more to the uniqueness.
Extras Plate - Aluminum ($20) , Brass ($24)
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Insert - Aluminum ($65) (Black, Blue, Red, Gray)
PCB - Comes with PCB and Daughterboard ($40)
Encoder - $4
Knob - $8 (Gold, Black, Silver, Carbon Gray)
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Carrying Case - $20
Summary WKL 65% (also available as WK)
7.7o angle
Rotary Encoder Knob
Interchangeable Insert Pieces
O-Ring Burger Mount
QMK/VIA compatible
17.5mm Front Lip Height
-
2mm custom internal liner for sound dampening
-
Roughly 7.5lbs for standard version and 9.4lbs for Limited Edition
USB-C Daughterboard
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Custom Carrying Case
FAQ -
Any ISO?
The PCB will support ISO and I will make the plate file public to allow anyone to get their own ISO plate cut. -
Can I get a custom color?
Sorry not at this time. -
Can I get a custom finish?
Sorry not at this time. -
How long until delivery?
If you’ve been a part of GB’s before you know the normal timelines but I’ve made every effort to get this completed quicker then normal. Most vendors use Sea shipping to receive their parts whereas I’m doing Air so the delivery time should be cut down by around a month. I would ballpark about 10-12 weeks based on my relationship with my manufacturers with the obvious COVID delays always possible. -
Is it Hotswap?
Sorry not at this time. -
Will I be able to purchase extra pcb’s, plates, inserts, etc.?
Yes. They should be listed above but if I’ve missed something you’re interested in, please let me know. -
Can I please get a brass insert?
Sorry but they are only part of the Limited Edition. -
How will I pay?
If you are one of the first 200/50 then I will send you an invoice to be paid within 24hours of receipt. If payment is not made within the timeframe, I will offer the kit to another buyer. A separate invoice will be sent out once the kit is ready to be shipped to avoid hassles with people changing addresses. -
Is there a Discord?
Sorry but at this time there is not. I should have some more time coming up soon in order to maintain a channel, at which time I would notify everyone of its creation. -
How will you handle updates?
I will post updates to this thread at the very moment I have them. Rest assured I will keep everyone updated as the process moves along and the current status of everything.
I really hope you enjoy the design! I look forward to getting them in the hands of everyone that wants them.