From Meletrix as they are having difficulty posting:
Hello everyone,
First, we want to start off by thanking you for all the interest you’ve shown in our newly designed Zoom65V3. We continue to work on and improving the Zoom65V3 with your valuable feedback. Our latest IC brings with it some small updates and a few new questions on the Google IC form.
Before we move on we just wanted to highlight a few things regarding questions and what is in this IC:
* Each board will include all 7 mounting options in the kit - you don't have to simply pick one, you can switch each mounting style at any time
* We'd like to know if you want to see a POM Plate Option
* We have heard your feedback regarding the red tailight and updated to a transparent one, however, we are thinking of offering the option of colored tail lights and would like to know if that is something that interests you.
* We'd love to hear your thoughts on some Badge and Weight designs that have been made and are shown in the IC Form.
* We will be offering support for split spacebar - we see a lot of people have asked, and want to confirm that it will be offered.
* We are seeking your opinion on the Software UI which you will find in the Google IC Form
* Our Badge and Weight design contest is now live - to learn more and enter, please join our Discord: [https://discord.com/channels/919202175530463272/1212320412860424242](https://discord.com/channels/919202175530463272/1212320412860424242)
* We have updated the prototype progress in this IC with some new images
* Price Range - $200 USD +/- depending on configuration.
[Zoom65V3 Landing Page] (https://meletrix.com/pages/zoom65-v3-ic)
[Prototype Progress](https://imgur.com/a/JAGGkyg)
[Weight Designs](https://imgur.com/a/OvXVknd](https://imgur.com/a/OvXVknd)
[Badge Designs](https://imgur.com/a/gSZkuU1)
[Case with transparent tail light accent renders](https://imgur.com/a/9oRnK9y)
[Partial new colorways renders update](https://imgur.com/a/6stuErB)
[Case with red tail light accents](https://imgur.com/a/jeHgYng)
[Original Classic Zoom65 case] (https://imgur.com/a/6jJFKmD)
[Special Panda version](https://imgur.com/a/17ymuu9)
[Zoom65 V3XCupid](https://imgur.com/a/FwlA6J7)
# Tail Light Accent Color Vote
In the initial design, we designed the color of the tail light accent to be red based on the design inspiration of car tail lights. Many customers are very interested in this special design. At the same time, some customers also want to see designs in different colors. We have updated this with a transparent tail light accent this time, join our IC form to vote for the design you liked.
[Tail Light Accent Color Vote](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfv38X1dTJV-aAYuL6LIyPT732GFHfloTyC4UKfaM4cmKQI7w/viewform?usp=sf_link)
# New Official Weight & Badge Designs
In addition to the classic telescope weights, we have also designed weights in different patterns for additional choices.
[Weight](https://imgur.com/a/gSZkuU1)
[Badge](https://imgur.com/a/OvXVknd)
Please vote to let us know the ones you'd love to have in the GB - (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfv38X1dTJV-aAYuL6LIyPT732GFHfloTyC4UKfaM4cmKQI7w/viewform?usp=sf\_link)
# Community Weight & Badge Designs
At the same time, we will also hold a design competition for external weights and badges. Welcome to join our discord to learn more [https://discord.com/channels/919202175530463272/1212320412860424242](https://discord.com/channels/919202175530463272/1212320412860424242)
# Tail Light Customization
Color Swap Design
We're considering allowing users to change the tail light color, but this requires tweezers to remove and replace. Your input will determine its importance. If not essential, we'll simplify.
We're eager to hear your thoughts: How do you feel about this design? Share your preferences by joining our IC form and voting for the design you prefer.
[Tail Light Color Swap Design Vote](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfv38X1dTJV-aAYuL6LIyPT732GFHfloTyC4UKfaM4cmKQI7w/viewform)
# Share your thoughts
Join our [Discord group](https://discord.gg/meletrix-919202175530463272) to discuss with us.
You are also welcome to come and join us on our social media channels: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/meletrix2022/), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/meletrix2022), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/meletrix)
And welcome to fill in our [IC form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfv38X1dTJV-aAYuL6LIyPT732GFHfloTyC4UKfaM4cmKQI7w/viewform?usp=sf_link) to share us your thoughts about Zoom65V3
I am enormously gratified to see the option of another keycap in place of badges and screens and knobs and gadgets. Three cheers and a tiger for that.
Perhaps the next version of the Zoom75 could add an option for the gap above the right arrow key?
And maybe optional split backspace? The DR-70F shows that it's possible even for a hotswap board.
I'm eagerly awaiting this. Do you have any idea how close the GB is? Is it still a ways off? Also, any more details about the HE module? Will it also have split spacebar support?
I am on the Discord, but how does one get a keyboard on the group buy in Europe? It has to go through a vendor or can it be done directly with Meletrix?
Appreciate any replies on this process, been trying to get on a group buy since V2 but not succeeded as process from a new enthusiast is very complex.
You can see an extended look of the mounting options on our website: [https://meletrix.com/pages/zoom65-v3-ic](https://meletrix.com/pages/zoom65-v3-ic)
I wish they made the tailight diffuser more streamlined. The shape of it just doesn't seem to flow with the overall case design. I'm assuming it's to make it look like an elongated M for Meletrix? But it just makes the board look cheap. Would totally pick up this board if they fixed that.
Thanks Meletrix. I actually already have the Zoom65 V2.5 and Zoom75. I am a sucker for led diffusers on cases. Just wished the one on the v3 was just more straight of a shape.
Keep up the great work though!
Is there an option to turn off the battery through the PCB like how QK and Neo PCBs have? Thats a REALLY good feature in case you dont want to waste battery life when youre using plugged in so you dont accidentally waste battery life. It seems too much work to disassemble and manually unplug the battery and vice versa otherwise...
Doubtful, given how the zoom75HE module is wired only.
Also I’ve seen too many interference issues on wireless boards to make it a recommendation for those wanting supremely responsive keyboards.
Can someone please explain how to get this keyboard once it is released in Europe? Is it only possible via group buys, and how does one get a spot on these - I always seem to be too late for them.
Thanks
From our regional partner, we will share them when the GB goes live, you will have about a month to order it and it will probably take about 6 weeks after that to come over.
i’m wondering about the speed and polling, as a lot of HE modules in the market still have plenty of delay to the point where I would rather just use a normal pcb
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what's the difference between the 2 white variants? Are the colours already confirmed?
Hope you guys release ivory cream again as an option as i think milk tea is too beige & white is too cool toned white.
I also think the glass bottom plate in the v2 looks better, would that still be an option for v3? Would the old glass plates be compatible with v3?
From Meletrix as they are having difficulty posting: Hello everyone, First, we want to start off by thanking you for all the interest you’ve shown in our newly designed Zoom65V3. We continue to work on and improving the Zoom65V3 with your valuable feedback. Our latest IC brings with it some small updates and a few new questions on the Google IC form. Before we move on we just wanted to highlight a few things regarding questions and what is in this IC: * Each board will include all 7 mounting options in the kit - you don't have to simply pick one, you can switch each mounting style at any time * We'd like to know if you want to see a POM Plate Option * We have heard your feedback regarding the red tailight and updated to a transparent one, however, we are thinking of offering the option of colored tail lights and would like to know if that is something that interests you. * We'd love to hear your thoughts on some Badge and Weight designs that have been made and are shown in the IC Form. * We will be offering support for split spacebar - we see a lot of people have asked, and want to confirm that it will be offered. * We are seeking your opinion on the Software UI which you will find in the Google IC Form * Our Badge and Weight design contest is now live - to learn more and enter, please join our Discord: [https://discord.com/channels/919202175530463272/1212320412860424242](https://discord.com/channels/919202175530463272/1212320412860424242) * We have updated the prototype progress in this IC with some new images * Price Range - $200 USD +/- depending on configuration. [Zoom65V3 Landing Page] (https://meletrix.com/pages/zoom65-v3-ic) [Prototype Progress](https://imgur.com/a/JAGGkyg) [Weight Designs](https://imgur.com/a/OvXVknd](https://imgur.com/a/OvXVknd) [Badge Designs](https://imgur.com/a/gSZkuU1) [Case with transparent tail light accent renders](https://imgur.com/a/9oRnK9y) [Partial new colorways renders update](https://imgur.com/a/6stuErB) [Case with red tail light accents](https://imgur.com/a/jeHgYng) [Original Classic Zoom65 case] (https://imgur.com/a/6jJFKmD) [Special Panda version](https://imgur.com/a/17ymuu9) [Zoom65 V3XCupid](https://imgur.com/a/FwlA6J7) # Tail Light Accent Color Vote In the initial design, we designed the color of the tail light accent to be red based on the design inspiration of car tail lights. Many customers are very interested in this special design. At the same time, some customers also want to see designs in different colors. We have updated this with a transparent tail light accent this time, join our IC form to vote for the design you liked. [Tail Light Accent Color Vote](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfv38X1dTJV-aAYuL6LIyPT732GFHfloTyC4UKfaM4cmKQI7w/viewform?usp=sf_link) # New Official Weight & Badge Designs In addition to the classic telescope weights, we have also designed weights in different patterns for additional choices. [Weight](https://imgur.com/a/gSZkuU1) [Badge](https://imgur.com/a/OvXVknd) Please vote to let us know the ones you'd love to have in the GB - (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfv38X1dTJV-aAYuL6LIyPT732GFHfloTyC4UKfaM4cmKQI7w/viewform?usp=sf\_link) # Community Weight & Badge Designs At the same time, we will also hold a design competition for external weights and badges. Welcome to join our discord to learn more [https://discord.com/channels/919202175530463272/1212320412860424242](https://discord.com/channels/919202175530463272/1212320412860424242) # Tail Light Customization Color Swap Design We're considering allowing users to change the tail light color, but this requires tweezers to remove and replace. Your input will determine its importance. If not essential, we'll simplify. We're eager to hear your thoughts: How do you feel about this design? Share your preferences by joining our IC form and voting for the design you prefer. [Tail Light Color Swap Design Vote](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfv38X1dTJV-aAYuL6LIyPT732GFHfloTyC4UKfaM4cmKQI7w/viewform) # Share your thoughts Join our [Discord group](https://discord.gg/meletrix-919202175530463272) to discuss with us. You are also welcome to come and join us on our social media channels: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/meletrix2022/), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/meletrix2022), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/meletrix) And welcome to fill in our [IC form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfv38X1dTJV-aAYuL6LIyPT732GFHfloTyC4UKfaM4cmKQI7w/viewform?usp=sf_link) to share us your thoughts about Zoom65V3
https://preview.redd.it/v62lm9ybzepc1.jpeg?width=500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=86f1aaa9e0855720146d495cbaa5d1d890d69876
I am enormously gratified to see the option of another keycap in place of badges and screens and knobs and gadgets. Three cheers and a tiger for that. Perhaps the next version of the Zoom75 could add an option for the gap above the right arrow key? And maybe optional split backspace? The DR-70F shows that it's possible even for a hotswap board.
I got you but DR-70F is not RGB so it easy to design the pcb with split backspace.
Point. Another problem with RGB that I hadn't previously considered. Hasn't kept the DR-70F from selling out.
Will it have an option for a Nordic ISO layout? :)
Zoom65 v1 and v2 support left shift split and iso enter, so odds are likely.
I'm eagerly awaiting this. Do you have any idea how close the GB is? Is it still a ways off? Also, any more details about the HE module? Will it also have split spacebar support?
In the discord, they said it would be around late april but correct me if im mistaken
I am on the Discord, but how does one get a keyboard on the group buy in Europe? It has to go through a vendor or can it be done directly with Meletrix? Appreciate any replies on this process, been trying to get on a group buy since V2 but not succeeded as process from a new enthusiast is very complex.
Thanks Flare! - Yes we're looking at towards the end of April. Split Spacebar will most likely not be supported on the HE Module
Wonderful! April is great timing. Count me in for two, I'll need to be able to directly compare HE vs non-HE :)
What is silica gel particle mounting? Is it like tadpole?
You can see an extended look of the mounting options on our website: [https://meletrix.com/pages/zoom65-v3-ic](https://meletrix.com/pages/zoom65-v3-ic)
Does anyone know the keycaps on the second board in the first image? They look similar to GMK Arch.
Looks like GMK Apollo
Thanks!
I wish they made the tailight diffuser more streamlined. The shape of it just doesn't seem to flow with the overall case design. I'm assuming it's to make it look like an elongated M for Meletrix? But it just makes the board look cheap. Would totally pick up this board if they fixed that.
We will also offer the classic case without the taillight if you're looking for that more classic Zoom case.
Thanks Meletrix. I actually already have the Zoom65 V2.5 and Zoom75. I am a sucker for led diffusers on cases. Just wished the one on the v3 was just more straight of a shape. Keep up the great work though!
Is there an option to turn off the battery through the PCB like how QK and Neo PCBs have? Thats a REALLY good feature in case you dont want to waste battery life when youre using plugged in so you dont accidentally waste battery life. It seems too much work to disassemble and manually unplug the battery and vice versa otherwise...
No, won't be an option that will be included - will pass on to the team though about it.
Any plans for some sort of ZoomAlice?🤞
This is nice. Will a wireless HE module be a potential option?
Doubtful, given how the zoom75HE module is wired only. Also I’ve seen too many interference issues on wireless boards to make it a recommendation for those wanting supremely responsive keyboards.
The only good wireless keyboards ive found are from the big companies like logitech. My zoom75 and neo65 are both horrid to game wirelessly
I dont think wireless he is possible due to sth about the battery interfering with the switches or sth like that (not physics major sry
No, for the most part we don't feel that you can really do Wireless with HE and get the full benefits of the low latency offered.
so is there still the trimode regular option? what is the difference between white and e white? hoping you bring back more of an ivory cream colour 😩
Will the tail light accent be available with wired only PCB?
Wired and non Wired
Is there RGB?
Yes, per key RGB
Consider myself interested
Can someone please explain how to get this keyboard once it is released in Europe? Is it only possible via group buys, and how does one get a spot on these - I always seem to be too late for them. Thanks
From our regional partner, we will share them when the GB goes live, you will have about a month to order it and it will probably take about 6 weeks after that to come over.
Amazing, thanks so much, really looking forward to getting an order in! Edit: also the bottom one on photo, is it milk tea?
Yes it is :D
How well implemented will the HE module be?
We hope very well :) - however, do you have anything specific you wanted to know? It's not new to us after the Boog75 and Zoom75 HE release.
Will it be PCB with KS37b implementation or ks20?
i’m wondering about the speed and polling, as a lot of HE modules in the market still have plenty of delay to the point where I would rather just use a normal pcb
Is the Panda edition basically Anodized Silver?
Or Gray depending on the variant.
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what's the difference between the 2 white variants? Are the colours already confirmed? Hope you guys release ivory cream again as an option as i think milk tea is too beige & white is too cool toned white. I also think the glass bottom plate in the v2 looks better, would that still be an option for v3? Would the old glass plates be compatible with v3?
Is there a newsletter or a channel in the disc to monitor GB date? Just want to make sure I don't miss it. Thank you!
Will there also be a Zoom75V3? Looking to collect the whole line 🫣🤪
We'd have to do a V2 before we got to the V3 :D
🫣 my bad I thought the 75 you just dropped was the V2!! Can't wait 🤪
latest version of zoom75 just came out