Commissions

 

Build Service Status: open


For designers/prototype reviews, DM directly to assess availability within project timeframe.
Please request off-stream build if non-prototype/review and you prefer quicker fulfillment.

Lead-time:
Want it on stream? 3-4 weeks minimum after arrival of all parts.
Want it quicker? Request off-stream work. See FAQ below > Turnaround.
Priority given to vendors, designers, and makers requiring to build prototype or showcased production units.

To request a build service please fill out this form.
Only fill it out after reading everything below.

What I can do

1. You already have your keyboard parts and want me to assemble/disassemble. I can offer:

  • Soldering (switches, through-hole components, some SMD parts)

  • Desoldering (and additional build)

  • Case assembly

  • Stabilizer tuning

  • PCB testing and basic programming

  • Switch modification

  • Repair services (case-dependent)

  • Other (feel free to ask; no handwired builds)

2. You don’t have parts and require assistance

read the FAQ “Can you source parts on my behalf?”

Pricing

Pricing is calculated based on the time and labor required for each build. Customers should expect base rates starting at the numbers listed below.

Prices do not include any extra supplies provided by me (such as stabilizers or lubricant), switch modifications, or return shipping. These rates assume that all necessary components are sent and are ready for assembly.

Prices also do not cover region-dependent transactional fees (e.g. PayPal G&S).

Extensive consultation incur fees proportional to my time spent towards assisting a commission.

Assembly Costs:

(Solderable or hot-swap, does not include extra surface-mount components.)

  • Smaller than 40% (macropads, numpads, etc) // $50

  • 40% to <60% // $60

  • 60% to <70% // $75

  • 70% to <80% (sub-TKL) // $85

  • TKL // $90

  • Over TKL to 1800 // $100

Other

  • Switch Modding — only done with a keyboard build. Avg. ~$1.25 per switch

  • Mill-Max socket installation — per-case basis, installation + assembly cost = 2x the above

  • Topre Modding — please submit a form with specific details and contact me to get a quote.

Desoldering Costs: $35 (≤40%) / $45 (>40-60%) / $50 (60-70%) / $55 (70-TKL) / $65 (>TKL)

Media: any media posted from commission work is done optionally (courtesy).
Required media for promotion / social media incur an additional fee (read Promo/Advertising)

What you need to do

  1. Find and gather all essential build parts (keyboard kit [case, PCB, plate, hardware, add-ons], stabilizers [+lube], and switches).

  2. Ship your parts to me. You must cover cost of shipping both ways. 
    Local to NYC? Only drop-offs and pickups at my location.

  3. Keyboard is worked on for you. Work may be done on-camera (stream), or off-camera. Please indicate your preference (off-stream has a quicker turnaround).

  4. Pay for services, and finished work is shipped or handed back to you.


Requests are first read through and approved upon review. Builds are worked on a first-come, first-served basis, with exceptions that may be made at my own discretion (e.g. time-sensitive items, sponsored or review products, etc.). When it is your turn for your build I will be in touch with you in private communication.

For Designers or Vendors

Promo/Advertising
Any content created for promotional purposes or for product review must incur a surcharge, per agreement:

  • Starts at $60 for small items, $120 for keyboards and similar, per showcase.

    • A large number of items in one feature may incur a higher fee.

    • Basic media content is included (e.g. live stream, photos, or typing sounds). This item applies to products just sold or to be sold through a pre-order, prototype builds, etcetera.

References and helpful resources:

 FAQs

  • It depends.
    Tl;dr: Generally no. But yes for small parts, or for special, tailored commissions.

    No: Generally, I cannot assist clients in sourcing parts from multiple sources, especially from ended group-buys or preorders, limited-time or limited-unit sales, and from vendors who may no longer have stock. Keeping track of every client’s numerous individual orders and storing them over long periods of time are both beyond my means at the time.

    Yes: I can help source, for a premium, small supplementary items that you may be missing, like a bag of springs, switch films, lube, or stabilizers.

    Special cases: For commissions that require being custom / tailored, I may source any needed parts on your behalf, but keep in mind costs scale relative to required time and resources. Consultation and service fees may apply. This service is not available typically - please submit a form to make an inquiry. Include as much detail as possible.

  • (i.e. you have most things but may just want to ship directly to me instead of waiting to get them all in first).

    While I prefer that all parts come together in a single package, you may ask me if it is possible to ship any missing parts (1-2 at most from a single vendor). I will consider these on a case-by-case basis. For example, you can consider having a keyboard kit ship directly to me from a group-buy, while you ship all the rest of the parts to me, around the same time of shipping. Please plan accordingly and try not to have a partial shipment arrive to me way before the other.

  • I try to. When you submit a request, you may assume that I will. If I am too busy or there are any extraordinary circumstances, I will contact you to discuss. Otherwise, if you want a quicker turnaround, you always have the option to ask me to do the work off-stream. You can also ask to omit a stream for privacy reasons.

  • No, not really. Much of my media is created and shared out of my own volunteered time, often as a courtesy to my clients, but they are not a guarantee. Sometimes I may prefer not to do so due to time or other constraints. If you require media to be provided from the build, you should discuss this with me. Media commission fees may apply.