Adamas R2 Group Buy Updates - Fulfilled

Sep 08, 2025by William Sin

Raffle GB: Saturday, September 27, 2025 11:00 AM MYT - Sunday, September 28, 2025 11:00 PM MYT

Raffle Link: https://forms.gle/Ld7q8u3PnYLhF9bt6

August 2025

25.08: All R2 coloured prototypes have been received.
25.08: All orders for Adamas carry case and packaging items have been placed ahead of time.

October 2025

17.10: All orders for Adamas R2 Raffle GB have been placed with our manufacturing hub.

November 2025

02.11: Raw materials have arrived at the manufacturing hub and production on the Adamas R2 orders is now in progress.
29.11: Progress Update
CNC - Aluminium case: 80%
CNC - Copper weights & badge: Pending
Sandblasting - aluminium case: 60%
Adamas R2 PCB - pending for production.

December 2026

31.12: All CNC machining for Adamas R2 has been completed and is now pending completion of sandblasting and anodisation.

CNC - Aluminium case: 100%
CNC - Copper weights & badge: 100%

Sandblasting - Aluminium case: 100%
Sandblasting Copper weights & badge - 10%

Anodisation - Aluminium case: Pending

PCB: In production

Carry case: Arrived at fulfilment hub
Keyboard pouch & cloth: Arrived at fulfilment hub
Gaskets & feet: In production

January 2026

18.01: Great news guys! All CNC and sandblasting for R2 fulfilment units are completed and we’re further along on anodisation than I initially thought.

Anodisation - Sheer Lilac: 100%
Anodisation - Basalt Grey: 80%
Anodisation - Desert Taupe: Pending

PCB - In production

If we’re able to maintain a steady pace with minimal disruptions, we should be able to have all units sent out to vendors ahead of schedule.

February 2026

04.02: We’re still looking to be ahead of schedule, but we’ve hit a minor delay with PCB production. The first batch was produced with gold immersion instead of the intended tin immersion accents. The guys at Mechlovin are already on it and are very close to completing production on a new batch of PCBs!

Anodisation - Sheer Lilac: 100%
Anodisation - Basalt Grey: 100%
Anodisation - Desert Taupe: 100%
Adamas R2 QC: In progress
PCB assembly: In progress

We’re currently aiming to have everything packed and shipped out after the Chinese New Year break!

March 2026

17.03: Adamas R2 QC is completed and all orders have been partially packed. Currently waiting on the arrival of amended batch of Mechlovin’ PCBs which are already on their way to our fulfilment hub.
26.03: All Adamas R2 GB orders have been shipped out to respective logistic partners of vendors. Further updates will be provided as soon as shipments arrive.

April 2026

13.04: KR, SEA, and ROW units have been received by respective vendors and fulfilment will be arranged as soon as possible. NA units are currently still en-route to Divinikey (estimated to arrive in the coming week). Further updates will be provided accordingly.
24.04: All Adamas R2 GB units have now been fulfilled by respective vendors. For those enquiring about in-stock units, a small number of available units will be released in a few weeks. Further details will be shared soon.

June 2026

16.05: All changes to Adamas R2 In Stock orders have been finalised and submitted. A final round of QC is currently being done and everything will be packed and shipped out to respective vendors within the week.

Internal Weight Design: The internal weight has been subtly updated with a new look while maintaining all dimensions of internal and external weight.
Redesigned Case Mounting: Inspired by other case designs. Case mountings have been replaced with angled screw mountings to avoid potential scuffs during assembly.
Diamond Badge Machining: The diamond badge on the back now features inverted lines, replacing the extruded design from R1.
PCB & Plate Revision: The PCB and Plate design has been updated to accommodate the new top to bottom case mounting points.
New & Familiar Colours: R2 introduces Sheer Lilac and Basalt Grey colour variants with the Desert Taupe variant making a comback due to popular request.

Case Angle: 7.8°
Front Height: 19.5mm
EKH: 24.1mm
Weight (Un-Built): 1.5kg
Weight (Fully Built): Approx. 1.85kg
Materials: 6063 Anodised Aluminium Top and Bottom, Copper Internal, Copper External, and Copper Badge
Mounting method: Gasket Integrated Top Mount
PCB: Custom Zed65 PCB (Top-Sided USB-C) designed by Mechlovin' Studio - configurable with QMK/VIA

Q: What is the mounting style of the Adamas?
A: The Adamas introduces a Gasket Integrated Top-Mount, combining traditional top mount with gasket tabs under the plate for a more refined typing experience.
Q: What colors are available in R2?
A: The R2 Adamas is available in Basalt Grey, Sheer Lilac, and Desert Taupe.
Q: What plate options will be offered for the Adamas?
A: The Adamas will come with a CNC-milled, anodised aluminium full plate. CNC-milled, carbon fiber (CF) and polypropylene (PP) full plates will also be available as an optional add-on. Plate files will also be provided at a later date for those who prefer to custom cut their own.
Q: Will there be customization options?
A: The Adamas will come with a full aluminium plate and in fixed configurations, but additional plate materials will be available for those looking to customize their typing experience.
Q: When will the Group Buy take place?
A: The Raffle Group Buy will take place on 27th of September 2025, with production completing in Q1/ Q2 2026.
Q: Will there be In-Stock extras for sale after the GB?
A: Most probably, but it has yet to be decided.
Q: How can I stay updated on the progress?
A: Join our Discord community and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and RAE's Website for the latest updates.