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Unicomp Ultra Classic 103-Key Mechanical Keyboard
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Unicomp Ultra Classic 103-Key Mechanical Keyboard
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Offering a Model M feel, the Unicomp Ultra Classic Black is the first buckling-spring keyboard available through Massdrop. Manufactured by hand in Lexington, Kentucky, it’s a heavy, audible keyboard with a gorgeous finish reminiscent of the classic mechanical Model M from IBM Read More
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consolation
742
Oct 9, 2017
sevenseacatThe drop is for the New Classic, the old price was for the Ultra Classic, as far as I can tell... Hence the messed up prices.
Bigendian
18
Apr 2, 2017
I would buy a tenkeyless version in a heartbeat. Would love it to look just like this: https://goo.gl/jGfaEe
FreakyFred
137
May 22, 2017
BigendianThis was Unicomp's response about a tenkeyless (spacesaver) keyboard back in Dec. 2012:
"We have had many requests for a ten keyless, buckling spring keyboard. It is on our new product wish list and some effort has begun on it's development. It takes 8 to 12 months to bring a new product to market."...
I'll still buy it if they make it...
I'll still buy it if they make it...
OracleKev
245
May 22, 2017
FreakyFred+1 on I'll still buy it.
8 to 12 months seem acceptable wait given SP keycaps are already there.
Seriously, if MD organizes a group buy a drop, it will make it I think.
illi
72
Dec 15, 2016
The quality on this thing looks worse than a 1980's Sega Genesis I have back at home.
Annndy
89
Jan 13, 2017
I think you have a point there. Don't you hate it when you wake up in a bathtub full of ice, 2.4 lbs lighter and one kidney missing? Ugh - women.
Seriously though, I think the problem here is more like, "then you find out she likes to eat sardines for breakfast on cold winter mornings." as opposed to, "she steals one of your organs." There is nothing terribly wrong with it. Obviously it isn't aesthetically what everyone wants, but it has its own charm and it is truly quite functional. I think the biggest problem with these is what seems to be increasingly proven, that they have regular defects out of the factory. I have already seen about 4 complaints about this and I myself experienced it. I will say that I am particularly happy with mine, sardine breath and all.
Seriously though, I think the problem here is more like, "then you find out she likes to eat sardines for breakfast on cold winter mornings." as opposed to, "she steals one of your organs." There is nothing terribly wrong with it. Obviously it isn't aesthetically what everyone wants, but it has its own charm and it is truly quite functional. I think the biggest problem with these is what seems to be increasingly proven, that they have regular defects out of the factory. I have already seen about 4 complaints about this and I myself experienced it. I will say that I am particularly happy with mine, sardine breath and all.
Grom
Oct 10, 2017
Sorry, mates. You must be joking. How can you sell this one at $109 ($100 discounted) when you have in your store at Unicomp exactly the same keyboard at $94,99 (without any discount)? Please. Be serious. I want a buckling spring time ago. I love them. But I don't like people who think others are stupid. Maybe next time...
FullObeans
132
Feb 26, 2018
GromShipping to Australia from Unicomp is insane from memory but more reasonable from Massdrop.
Effectively makes it cheaper for us down here but not a smart choice in you're in the US.
Elrick
2105
Oct 9, 2019
FullObeansThat's if MassDrop actually allows time for us to wake up and place the order for one.
This past MD order session was so short, even I couldn't get to it in time before it was over. Maybe they are trying to leave us Aussie's out of anymore purchases.
Maybe this could be the Trump-effect, where only US citizens are allowed to buy from MassDrop. Pity if they caved into this madness : (
No wonder Ebay and KBDFans are getting most of my money these days, when it comes to keyboard's and caps ; )
romevi
688
Aug 22, 2015
Plus, there was an update in, like, October or November of 2014 stating that they're still working on it.
They sure take forever, though.
They sure take forever, though.
Elrick
2105
Aug 22, 2015
romeviWhen they do finally release it and if MassDrop could grab some to sell here, I think it shall be sold in the thousands, guaranteed : )
Buckling Spring shall become popular yet again instead of only appealing to the few knutters who use them already.
Buckling Spring shall become popular yet again instead of only appealing to the few knutters who use them already.
jdestef
16
Mar 30, 2017
$94.99 MSRP? I don't think so: http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/product/UB40P4A
What a scam, massdrop.
What a scam, massdrop.
comatoselos
36
May 22, 2017
yeah its not that much savings BUT like others have mentioned you get exclusive white/gray keycaps. I also can't speak for everyone but shipping cost is about 15 on Unicomp and I think 6 or 7 on Massdrop. Not HUGE savings but I this board is already one of the most modestly priced ones on the market on its own so I can't imagine them dropping too much in price. For me, the exclusivity of the keys and cheaper shipping costs was enough for me to finally pull the trigger on the Unicomp (which I have been going back and forth on for a while now). So in the end it was $99 vs $94 for a layout I won't be able to get anywhere on an item I already thought was a fair price and was considering buying. So if you wanted one anyways and you wanna save 5 bucks go for it!
dnLL
39
May 23, 2017
comatoselosIn Canada shipping from Unicomp is $60, Massdrop ships it for $32. It's not the end of the world but the $28 savings are enough for me to justify buying a keyboard I don't really need. I could obviously ship it to some US PO box and go get it myself but that's another debate (I'm ~30 mins away from the borders).
Planedrop
11
Feb 28, 2018
So you're telling me this is a good deal by taking the $84 MSRP and then selling it for $99.99? Not sure where you got the $109.99 from considering Unicomps OWN WEBSITE has it listed for $84 right now.
JimDetroit
124
Mar 3, 2018
PlanedropBut the 103-key option is an extra $10, then they do charge quite a bit for shipping, bring the total to slightly more than $100, which is the offer here on MD. I think if you want the traditional beige color scheme of the Model M, you might want to buy directly from Unicomp. This model on MD has the keycaps a pure white with gray mix.
Rindahl
2
May 6, 2018
JimDetroitI have the Unicomp 103 key (typing on it now) and JimDetroit is correct. My delivered price was $94 + $22 shipping (lowest cost option) for a total of $116 delivered. Was it worth it? YES, I love it. I'm sure it will outlive me :( ...
Leukybear
277
Apr 20, 2015
Woah a Unicomp drop!
I sure hope we get to see a M83 "new ssk" drop soon. :D
I sure hope we get to see a M83 "new ssk" drop soon. :D
Elrick
2105
Apr 21, 2015
LeukybearI'm with you here, when or IF this ever gets offered for sale, have a feeling it will sell in the thousands worldwide.
Hoping this will happen soon especially here on MD ; )
Hoping this will happen soon especially here on MD ; )
nickheller
48
Apr 23, 2015
LeukybearWould buy this in a heart beat, after using a 60%, there is no way I could go back to full sized.
Fang-iOS-Engineer
3
Jun 15, 2015
I spent over a hundred dollars on a premium keyboard and ended up with a faulty, warped plastic.
I tried contacting Massdrop. Several times, 3 times already and they have yet to respond to me.
I don't know if they're ducking me or simply do not care in the least about customer, but I'm tired of trying to get a replacement for a wobbling keyboard.
Poor quality, suspect products. Steer clear of Massdrop.
I tried contacting Massdrop. Several times, 3 times already and they have yet to respond to me.
I don't know if they're ducking me or simply do not care in the least about customer, but I'm tired of trying to get a replacement for a wobbling keyboard.
Poor quality, suspect products. Steer clear of Massdrop.
gewalker
15
Jun 16, 2015
Fang-iOS-EngineerAnd that's why you crossposted your whining everywhere? Because you thought that would probably help. I have news. You bought a mini 60 and gold-tone zinc keycaps. Your problem is not poor service, but rather, poor taste.
detroix
30
Jun 19, 2015
Fang-iOS-EngineerI think we can feel your pain as a customer with undeserving purchases and unreponsive service. But to cross-post into other unrelated posts and create a faux impression of poor product for another unrelated product is absolute desperation on your part; rather than empathy, you'll get caustic replies.
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