Aurum Group Buy Updates - Ongoing

Jan 22, 2026by William Sin

Raffle GB Details

Raffle GB: Friday, 30 January, 2026 11:00AM MYT - Monday, 02 Febuary, 2026 11:00AM MYT

Raffle Link: https://forms.gle/FAyCHUZtEnnQJmQf6

Ongoing Updates

November 2025

30.11: Anodised prototypes are in. Pending stream dates.

January 2026

05.01: Upcoming stream schedule:

Alexotos: January 7, 2026 8:00AM MYT
Captain Sterling: January 10, 2026 8:30AM MYT
LightningXI: January 11, 2026 9:30AM MYT
Extrapriusplease: January 16, 2026 9:30AM MYT
07.01: IC was submitted on GeekHack on the 20th of December with a Google Form attached, but unfortunately, it hasn't been approved yet.
While we wait on that, I've shared some information on the Aurum on RAE's Discord Server. IC Form: Goole Form LINK.
20.01: We've just locked in on the Raffle GB date for the Aurum.
A list of FAQs have also been uploaded based on some of the inquiries we for from the IC form.

Details & Specs

Case Angle: 7.8°
Front Height: 17.7mm - 19.5mm
EKH: 24.1mm
Weight (Un-Built): 1.6kg
Weight (Fully Built): Approx. 1.95kg
Case Material: 6063 Anodised Aluminium
Internal Weight Material: Brass
External Weight Material: Brass
Badge Material: Brass
Mounting Style: Gasket Integrated Top-Mount
PCB: Custom Mechlovin' Studios Zed65 PCB with S1 daughterboard (JST to SUR) - QMK/VIA configurable
Layouts: WK & HHKB
Colours: Obsidian Black, Heritage Green, Cerulean Blue, Vermillon Red

Vendors & Pricing

Fulfilment Vendors:

NA: Divinikey
KR: GEON
CN: KBDfans
SEA: Ktechs
ROW+MY+VN: RAE

Base Kit Pricing:

Base Kit (with PCB): MYR 2000

Add-ons Pricing:

Extra Solder PCB w/o Daughterboard: MYR 180
Extra Hotswap PCB w/o Daughterboard: MYR 220
Extra S1 JST-SUR Daughterboard: MYR35
Extra Aluminium Plate: MYR 150
Extra CF Plate: MYR 170
Extra PP Plate: MYR 90
Extra Feet and Gasket Set: MYR 30

Layout Options

Solderable Layout:

Hotswap Layout:

Included in Kit

1x RAE Adamas - Case Top & Bottom, Internal & External Weight, and Badge
1x Solder/ Hotswap Mechlovin' Zed65 Revision 1.2 PCB - 1.6mm
1x Full Aluminium Plate - Anodised
1x Gasket Set with Extras
1x Transparent Dome Feet Set with Extras
1x Screw Set with Extras
1x Authentication Card
1x Information/ Specifications Card
1x Keyboard Cleaning Cloth
1x RAE Hard Carrying Case
1x RAE Soft Keyboard Pouch

FAQ

Q: What is the mounting style of the Aurum?
A: The Aurum utilises the Gasket Integrated Top-Mount, combining traditional top mount with gasket tabs under the plate (as seen used on the Adamas)
Q: What colours are available?
A: The Aurum comes in Obsidian Black, Heritage Green, Cerulean Blue, and Vermillon Red.
Q: What Layout Options are available?
A: The Aurum is a 60% keyboard that comes in WK and HHKB layouts.
Q: What plate options will be offered for the Aurum?
A: The Aurum will come with a CNC-milled, anodised aluminium full plate. CNC-milled, carbon fibre (CF) full plates or 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: Is the Aurum daughterboard compatible with other PCBs?
A: Yes, the Aurum utilises an S1 daughterboard with a JST (on daughterboard) to SUR (on PCB) connector. For other PCBs to be compatible with the Aurum, make sure that the JST connector on your third party PCB is aligned with the cutout on the Aurum's bottom case and swap the cable to one that is compatible with your PCB.
Q: Will there be customization options?
A: The Aurum will come with a full aluminium plate in fixed configurations, additional plate materials will be available to purchase for those looking to customize their typing experience.
Q: When will the Group Buy take place?
A: Raffle Group Buy submissions will be open on the 30th of Janauary 2026, 11:00AM MYT, with production estimated to complete in late Q2/ early Q3 2026. Raffle entry link will be shared on RAE's website and Discord server upon going live.
Q: Will there be In-Stock extras for sale after the GB?
A: Most probably, but it has yet to be decided
Q: Will there be a Raw variant available?
A: No. At least not yet. It's difficult to maintain ideal QC standards with Raw variants, but we are actively working on finding a way to make this happen for future projects.
Q: How can I stay updated on the progress?
A: Join Discord community and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and RAE's Website for the latest updates.