Thanks to blueshaedow for starting this poll! We've contacted the vendor on your behalf and they've made the Keycool 84 2S Mechanical Keyboard available.
So, we are pleased to announce that we have the TEX Yoda live on the site right now. The Yoda is a 60% mechanical keyboard with a TrackPoint and since you have to solder the switches yourself, you can have any Cherry MX switch you want, including clear and green switches. It's programmable via dipswitches, and it has the most amazing CNC aluminum case we've ever seen.
Hey everyone that missed the Poker II drop, I have some good news! We have the Blackbird from Max Keyboards live on the site now - https://www.massdrop.com/buy/max-keyboard-blackbird-tenkeyless
This is an awesome looking tenkeyless with backlit LEDs AND Doubleshot keycaps, which is actually fairly rare. I figured since there were roughly 3000 people in this poll, you might appreciate another chance to get a get a cool compact mechanical keyboard.
Hi Everyone,
Poker II backlit version is live! There's only 174 of these available this time around and it's doubtful there are very many backlit Poker IIs left in the world at all.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/vortex-pokerii-keyboard
Thanks for your patience, good luck in the drop!
There are a bunch of options to choose from that don't really fit into what the poll is about (ie. not mechanical, not compact). I get that this is all community based, but come on people... the poll is about compact mechanical keyboards. Do some research before items are added.
Update Time!
Exciting developments in the world of Poker IIs. They're not being actively manufactured but, from the looks of it, we've found a wholesaler with about 180 units available (blue or green LED with blue, brown, or red switches). Right now we're working with them to decide all the price details but hopefully we'll come to a conclusion soon and make a listing for you to jump on : )
No news from Leopold as of yet, still trying to get in touch with the right people (language barriers are no fun) but hopefully we'll have more news soon.
We'll keep you updated as this Poker II buy develops,
Hey Everyone,
What time is it? MASSIVE UPDATE TIME.
Leopold FC660M: We're calling Leopold every couple nights in an effort to speak with someone (ideally in English or Mandarin) about sourcing their FC660M and a variety of other keyboards they make. So far we've left a few messages but we're expecting to speak with someone in charge of international sales within the next few days. Additionally, we're speaking with the rest of our overseas vendors to see if any of them have the ability to list the FC660M on Massdrop.
KBT Poker II: Right now, KBT isn't making any Poker II keyboards. They're focusing on the Pure Pro and a couple other new keyboards. The new keyboards aren't finished yet but we'll be listing them as soon as they are. In the mean time, you'll have to wait on the Poker II until they start making them again (if they do).
Filco Majestoucj MINILA: Sadly, Filco isn't interested in expanding their North American distribution right now. That said, we're checking with our vendors and looking around for an introduction. Massdrop is a new sales channel for these companies and it's often hard for them to understand it without the proper introductions. In short, we're working on sourcing everything from Filco but it's going to take some time. We appreciate your unending patience!
KBT Race: We're talking with KBT about arranging a listing ASAP. Right now we're waiting on quantity confirmation (switch types, LED colors, etc) but once that's done we'll try to get a buy launched ASAP.
CM Storm QuickFire TK - Compact Mechanical Gaming Keyboard with CHERRY MX BROWN: We've been in contact with CM Storm over the last couple weeks and I'm pleased to say they'll be listing the Quick Fire Stealth w/ MX Brown switches on Massdrop soon. This is a direct listing from CM Storm so you can bet the price and delivery times will be exceptional (I'd love to tell you specifics on pricing but they're not decided yet). Additionally, this first buy will act as a test for our community. Just like AKG, if CM Storm's first couple buys go well, we'll be able to work with them on listing a broad variety of other products in their lineup. If the buy goes REALLY WELL, we might be able to talk with them about listing the Novatouch very shortly after it's release later this year.
HHKB: As you know, we've been told (by PFU Fujitsu) that the HHKB has FCC compliance issues. If that's the case, then how are a select few businesses able to import and sell them in the United States? We started asking around and we haven't been able to pinpoint the reason behind these compliance problems. Given that, we're ignoring them and moving forward in our efforts to find a vendor to list these on Massdrop. We're speaking with a few of our existing vendors and hopefully we'll have more news soon.
That covers all of the top options for now. Hopefully we'll be able to list some of these options soon but for right now, sit tight and rest assured knowing we're doing everything possible to source vendors to list the keyboards you voted for.
I'll update you as more information becomes available.
Although I want the Poker2 to win. If the HHKB 2 wins would there be the option to get the white version also?
I like how the white version has the two tone key set.
I think the two-tone HHKB2 Pro looks best too. If they could do a deal on the Type S, I would be in. Currently very happy with my Poker II that I found elsewhere.
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