ZOOM98

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Group Buy November Batch (On Going) | Expected Delivery from KeebsMark : March or April 2024

THE NEXT LEVEL OF CUSTOMIZATION IN 98% LAYOUT

Customize your typing experience with hot-swappable switches, interchangeable external weight, and many keycap theme options.(NOTE: Barebones kit only (includes stabilizers). Switches and keycaps are purchased separately.)

NEW DESIGN

Top Case: includes a Telescope with an LED diffuser. Bottom Case: has ambient lights with our new side profile design. Multiple colors and lighting effects can be chosen.

2 OPTIONAL PCB VERSIONS

Tri-Mode Version-Defaults with the Screen Module

Wired Version-Defaults with the 2-keys Module

4 REPLACEABLE MODULES

NOTE:
1. The Tri-mode version defaults with the screen module, so the 2-keys module, badge module, and knob module need to be purchased separately;
2. The wired version defaults with the 2-keys module, so the badge module and knob module need to be purchased separately (The screen module is not supported).
3. All module bases are not compatible with ZOOM75.
4. Each kit has a default module (Tri-mode: LCD screen or Wired: Two-keys). In addition, please add the corresponding module base to your shopping cart if you need to purchase other accessories for customization.

LCD Screen Module

Knob Module

2-Keys Module

Badge Module

2U COLOR LCD FEATURES

The lens is compatible with the ZOOM75 series, but the screen PCB is not compatible.

VARIOUS BADGES TO CHOOSE FROM

Badges are compatible with the ZOOM75 series.

20 COLOR KNOB MODULES

The knob is compatible with ZOOM65/75/PAD series.
NOTE: Telescope Logo Design instead of Dot RGB Design



PROTOTYPE PHOTOS


14 ESSENTIAL EDITIONS

Case Finish: Electrostatic coated

6 Special Editions

Case Finish: 5 Anodized +1 Electrophoresis(E-White) 

OPTIONAL EXTERNAL WEIGHTS 

COLLABORATION!


Snow
Forest

ZOOM98 X COSMIC ODYSSEY

Anodized Case Finish

Unique Keyboard Design

Customized Keycaps


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Knob Compatibility

The Knobs are compatible with ZOOM65/75/PAD series, and lovely Spinny Friends knobs also as an add-on option. Featuring a cute animal pattern design, they offer a unique companion for your keyboard.

Gasket Slip Design

Stability, ease of installation, durability, and long-lasting flexibility come together seamlessly.

Per-Key RGB

The Tri-Mode PCB enables per-key RGB lighting, offering a diverse selection of colors and effects to enhance your visual experience. It is compatible with wired, wireless, and 2.4GHz modes, except for the wired PCB which lacks this feature.

NOTE: Telescope Logo Design instead of Dot RGB Design.

New WS Stabilizer V3.1

The new stabilizers that come with ZOOM98 are in a 9+1 configuration, 9x2U+1x 6.25U, and support splitting. This new version of the black stabilizers is which follows the original ZOOM75 silicone stabilizers, and is changed from the original pure black to glitter black. At the same time, it is lightly factory-lubed so novices can easily get started and no longer have to worry about lubrication.

Multi-Layout

Unlike traditional keyboards, you are not stuck with just one layout on Zoom98! Change things up every now and then withsplit (spacebars, back space, left shift, right shift),stepped caps Lock, ISO & ANSI enter.

Foam Included

PCB and Bottom Case are made of lighter PORON material. To reduce resonance, many tests were done on the foaming material this time. We made the PORON lighter and the foam pores dense. Every minor detail matters a lot, with the current poron, the sound is more concentrated and is deeper than with normal dampeners.

Specifications

General Specs

Keyboard layout: 98% layout

Mounting style:Gasket Mount

Typing Angle: 7.7 degrees

Front Height: 22mm

Case Material: Aluminum

Default plate: polycarbonate plate


PCB: 

PCB thickness: 1.2mm, with Ai03 DB

PCB Version:Tri-mode Flex Cut or Non-Flex Cut Hotswap RGB PCB / Wired Non-flex Cut Hotswap PCB

Supported layout: Split spacebars, back space, stepped caps Lock, left shift, right shift, ISO & ANSI enter

Connection methods: Tri-mode(Wired/Bluetooth/2.4G) / Wired

VIA/QMK Support: Tri-mode PCB supports VIA, the wired PCB supports QMK/VIA.

Size and Dimensions

MORE DETAILS OF ZOOM98

KIT CONTENTS

Just the essentials, no keycaps, switches and Internal SS weight

Tri-Mode Version
• Aluminum top & bottom case of buyer's choice
• Aluminum / SS external weight of buyer's choice
• Tri-mode Flex Cut Or Non-Flex Cut Hotswap RGB PCB
Hot-swap, multi-layout Bluetooth /VIA PCB with per-key RGB
• 2.4G USB Receiver
• LCD Screen Module(Screen PCB + Screen Lens )
• Daughterboard/JST cable
• Polycarbonate Plate
• Flexible Flat Cable (2 pcs)
• Set of WS Stabilizers V3.1(9+1)
• Li-on Battery (2250mAh) - 2 pcs
• Coiled USB-C Cable
• Poron Dampener Kit (Poron Plate Foam, Poron Switch Foam, Poron PCB Foam, Poron Weight Foam, Gasket Sleeves)
• Silicone Keyboard Feet
• Screws and other installation tools and accessories
• Storage Box
Wired Version
• Aluminum top & bottom case of buyer's choice
• Aluminum / SS external weight of buyer's choice
• Wired Non-flex Cut Hotswap PCB
Hot-swap, multi-layout, no RGB
• 2-Keys Module(Daughterboard + 2 Keys Fixed Frame)
• Daughterboard/JST cable
• Polycarbonate Plate
• Flexible Flat Cable (2 pcs)
• Set of WS Stabilizers V3.1(9+1)
• Coiled USB-C Cable
• Poron Dampener Kit (Poron Plate Foam, Poron Switch Foam, Poron PCB Foam, Poron Weight Foam, Gasket Sleeves)
• Silicone Keyboard Feet
• Screws and other installation tools and accessories
• Storage Box

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SPECIFICATIONS OF ZOOM98

  1. Gasket mount design
  2. 98% layout
  3. PCB: 1.2mm, with Ai03 DB
  4. PCB Version:
    Tri-mode Flex Cut or Non-Flex Cut Hotswap RGB PCB;
    Wired Non-flex Cut Hotswap PCB
  5. 7.7° Typing angle
  6. 22 mm front height
  7. Case Finish:
    SE Version--5 Anodized +1 Electrophoresis(E-White)
    EE Version--Electrostatic coated
  8. Default plate: PC
  9. Bluetooth PCB polling rate: 125hz
  10. 2.4GHz Polling Rate: 1000hz
  11. Wired Polling Rate: 1000hz
  12. Tri-mode PCB can be used in wired, wireless and 2.4G mode.
  13. VIA/QMK Support: 
    Tri-mode PCB supports VIA, the wired PCB supports QMK/VIA.
  14. System Supported: Windows, Mac, iOS, Android
  15. Bluetooth Version: 5.2
  16. Bluetooth Support: Can be paired up to 3 devices
  17. Supported Layout:
    Split spacebars, back space, stepped caps Lock, left shift, right shift, ISO & ANSI enter
  18. EE version kit with screen module + Alu weight: 2.9kg
  19. EE version kit with screen module + PVD SS weight: 3.3kg
  20. SE version kit with screen module + Alu weight:  2.9kg
  21. SE version kit with screen module + PVD SS weight: 3.3kg
  22. Internal SS weight: 0.471 kg

YOU MAY NEED TO KNOW!

1. The Tri-mode version defaults with the screen module, so the 2-keys module, badge module, and knob module need to be purchased separately.

2. The wired version defaults with the 2-keys module, so the badge module and knob module need to be purchased separately (The screen module is not supported).

3. The wired PCB is non-flex cut, does not support the screen module, and has no RGB, but supports side ambient lights.

4. Compatibility:

  a. The knob is compatible with ZOOM65/75/PAD series.

  b. All module bases are not compatible with ZOOM75.

  c. The lens is compatible with the ZOOM75 series, but the screen PCB is not compatible.

  d. Badges are compatible with the ZOOM75 series.

5. Telescope Logo Design instead of Dot RGB Design.

6. NightLight Knobs can be installed on other Zoom98 but will not display the RGB effect.

7. Each kit has a default module (Tri-mode: LCD screen or Wired: Two-keys). In addition, please add the corresponding module base to your shopping cart if you need to purchase other accessories for customization. 

Zoom98 Review

  • Combinations

    You cannot add any in-stock items to your order as we cannot guarantee its availability when the group buy is ready to ship.

    You cannot combine this group buy order with a previous order as we cannot hold on to an order until the other one arrives.

  • Cancellations

    There will be a 4% fee on order cancellations and refunds after placing an order. Your payment method will be charged as soon as you place the order. There are no refunds or cancellation after the group buy ends.

  • Quality Disclaimer

    Since there are so many variations, images provided on the product page are renders or prototypes and are for display purposes only. Please also refer to the prototype's video as a reference before purchasing. 

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