Hi all,
Wanted to share a quick production update on the Massdrop x Zslane Mercury Rocketeer Mechanical Keyboard. Colors are now being finalized and we’re working on prototyping and validating a couple of electrical engineering elements in the keyboard (the interconnect ribbon cable, etc.). As long as this process goes according to schedule, we’ll be on track for the late April ship date.
We’d also like to share some new images of the keycaps for the Mercury Rocketeer keyboard (below).
We can’t wait for you to receive and enjoy the Massdrop x Zslane Mercury Rocketeer Mechanical Keyboard. Stay tuned for another update soon!
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2.27.2019 EDIT Adding in a few images of the die cast aluminum case prototypes:
JaleesaGThose key-caps look really nice.
The Colour way really suits the whole design here.
Looking forward to receiving this tiny baby for one of my minions. She will love it to bits.
Hoping you guys start working on something similar, in the 101 or 104 key range of keyboard.
JaleesaGIs there any word on how the die casting of the cases is going?
The keycaps look great, especially the novelties - can't wait to get my hands on this!
JaleesaGI am looking forward to delivery on April 29th. I am really excited about this keyboard. Any chance that the carrying case as alluded to in this post going to be available to order? https://www.massdrop.com/buy/massdrop-x-zslane-mercury-rocketeer-mechanical-keyboard/talk/2158831
The Rocketeer key looks awesome. I didn't realize it would be mirror bright. That will make the keyboard look even nicer, so I am glad I got in on the first round.
Sail4seaI have not heard any updates regarding the carrying case, but I will make an inquiry and see what I can dig up.
The case will not have a mirror or high-gloss finish. It will have more of a satin finish.
Sail4seaOh, duh! Sorry, I saw the raw finish on the case sample in the photo and thought that's what you were referring to.
Yes, the Rocketeer Return key will be polished aluminum; it is a beauty! Nothing fancy, just very simple and elegant and classy, IMNSHO.
ElrickAs you can see, the photos of the keycaps were taken with very inconsistent lighting. I would say that the photo that best represents the colors of the keycaps is the one for the BASE kit.
JohnRCooperI always take into account the lighting simply because it's done via an iPhone hence you're at the mercy of the prevailing conditions around those objects, being photographed.
The only TRUE representation of colour can only be done either by luck or in a controlled studio with specific lighting.
Still LOVE the colours chosen, despite the photos already shown. Have no regrets with this purchcase at all.
HOPING that MassDrop finally fix their 'stabilizers', make sure they have finally done that with your awesome and unique design.
Sail4seaQuick update on the carrying case: From what I've gathered, work on the carrying case has been put aside for the moment while MassDrop's engineers work on other more pressing projects. However, it is still something we plan to release at some point!
JohnRCooperHoping these 'MassDrop Engineers' finally FIX their stabilizers.
Wishing this becomes their very FIRST Keyboard model with fully working Stabs installed, for their customers.
That has always been a problem for MD since they first started selling keyboards to people.
JohnRCooperSorry to hijack the comment about the case... But is there any way for me to add on more keycap kits? I have a rocketeer on order but regret not getting the altmods and arrows!
Anon123456I would recommend sending an e-mail to Customer Support and asking if they anticipate having any extra kits you might be able to purchase once all orders are fulfilled.
JohnRCooperHi john, I tried reaching out and unfortunately got the standard template reply that the orders have gone to the Manufacter blah blah blah....
JaleesaGI just got the arrow keys in and only them. I rechecked my order and noticed that the Base caps are not shown as options, but in the description of the entire keyboard what is included in the Base Price included the keycap set (which I had assumed was the Base kit) But since I haven't recieved them I want to recheck to make sure the Base kit is the keycap set that was in the description. I can't go back and look at the way the order page is constructed so I only have the description in you page and my actual order which doesn't list a Base set and I am very worried.
Included (Base Price)
2.27.2019 EDIT Adding in a few images of the die cast aluminum case prototypes:
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