Author Topic: R-Kaid-R - The portable arcade system (4/4 Updated: New arrivals) (Read 11689 times)

quizz_kid · « **on:** July 02, 2014, 03:53:31 pm »

Hi guys.

I would like to show you what I've been up to lately. For the last six months I've been designing a handheld arcade unit made from solid wood. It's titled R-Kaid-R(Arcader), and it's a small and precious all-in-one game jewel. The RaspberryPi-based unit has shiny custom-made push buttons, a detachable joystick shaft and it runs on chargeable batteries. You might notice the shaft locking function when not in use... I'm quite proud over that one

The specs will give you ~8 hrs of gaming per charge and the hardware will emulate and support up to fifth-generation game systems, using SD cartriges for storage.
Protected by a tailored shoulder bag made from leather, R-Kaid-R is the arcade machine for the road.

I made three variations, three material concepts.

Video here:

Hope you'll like it! Some might, and some might not

//Quizz

Walnut & copper edition:

Emerald green maple & brass edition:

Black ash and stainless steel edition:

The leather bag:

opt2not · « **Reply #1 on:** July 02, 2014, 04:05:15 pm »

teh sex.

mgb · « **Reply #2 on:** July 02, 2014, 04:15:06 pm »

I'm not much on portables but this is really pretty cool.

walls83 · « **Reply #3 on:** July 02, 2014, 04:39:39 pm »

that is very nice work.

Ond · « **Reply #4 on:** July 02, 2014, 05:38:58 pm »

Really nice work here. I love the attention to detail and theme including nice leather carry bag. My favorite is the dark version, there's still that wood grain but with contrasting colors.

Ond

mgb · « **Reply #5 on:** July 02, 2014, 06:37:09 pm »

I agree, the black ash and stainless looks great.

ChanceKJ · « **Reply #6 on:** July 02, 2014, 07:42:36 pm »

Ugh. That's so impressive, I quit.

But seriously, these are awesome. Green one for the win. I'm always in awe at the stuff that comes outta your shop.

ViriiGuy · « **Reply #7 on:** July 02, 2014, 08:19:45 pm »

Oh wow!!!! That is Sexy!!!

Rick · « **Reply #8 on:** July 02, 2014, 11:42:07 pm »

The work in this thread makes me extremely envious of your skill and talent. Every single one of those is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. I have no words.

rablack97 · « **Reply #9 on:** July 03, 2014, 12:32:23 am »

What are the top 3 buttons for, i know one is the screwdriver what are the other 2?

Superfrog · « **Reply #10 on:** July 03, 2014, 11:51:12 am »

Fantastische

I can't imagine who will NOT like your work

Masterpiece

EssexMame · « **Reply #11 on:** July 03, 2014, 12:00:56 pm »

markc74 · « **Reply #12 on:** July 03, 2014, 12:36:44 pm »

Quote from: ChanceKJ on July 02, 2014, 07:42:36 pm

Ugh. That's so impressive, I quit.

+1

Seriously nice work. I especially like the curves around the screen.

Why has no-one made a shame cab for ages? I miss the old days...

quizz_kid · « **Reply #13 on:** July 04, 2014, 01:39:06 am »

Thankx a lot guys, appreciate the comments!

The top buttons are:

1. Hidden mini screwdriver
2. Select / Insert coin
3. Start

SlammedNiss · « **Reply #14 on:** July 04, 2014, 05:13:46 am »

Don't worry about me. I'm just gonna go in the corner and shoot myself now.

People with your ability to make things like this from your hands just sickens me. Seriously, your attention to detail in crazy. Great job.

Rick · « **Reply #15 on:** July 04, 2014, 08:23:30 am »

A-ha! I found a flaw! Guys? Guys! We can all feel better about ourselves now!

You need to hire a professional video guy to film your videos. He'll tell you that you need a hand model (dude, your fingernails are dirty - probably from building these masterpieces, though) for the close-up shots... ...and seriously - these are so much "high art" that they really deserve the professional treatment all the way from production to presentation.

And on a (more) serious note, if THAT was the strongest argument I'd ever have against your product, SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY! (Although, I don't have the money you're asking for one of those beautiful, beautiful machines.)

Quick question - are you (or have you considered) offering "Numbered Versions"? You're asking a lot of money for these - why not sell them as an "Authentic 1 of 10, 2 of 10", etc.?

SlammedNiss · « **Reply #16 on:** July 04, 2014, 09:04:51 am »

Quote from: Rick on July 04, 2014, 08:23:30 am

Quick question - are you (or have you considered) offering "Numbered Versions"? You're asking a lot of money for these - why not sell them as an "Authentic 1 of 10, 2 of 10", etc.?

On the product landing page. http://www.lovehulten.com/store/p3/R-KAID-R.html

Quote

Included

Numbered R-Kaid-R unit

Rick · « **Reply #17 on:** July 04, 2014, 09:49:27 am »

Quote from: SlammedNiss on July 04, 2014, 09:04:51 am

On the product landing page. http://www.lovehulten.com/store/p3/R-KAID-R.html

Thanks. I don't get out much.

TopJimmyCooks · « **Reply #18 on:** July 04, 2014, 10:29:33 am »

Really excellent. tasteful and wonderful craftsmanship.

Louis Tully · « **Reply #19 on:** July 04, 2014, 02:02:53 pm »

swaffar · « **Reply #20 on:** July 04, 2014, 02:10:27 pm »

simply amazing...

stripe4 · « **Reply #21 on:** July 04, 2014, 02:19:31 pm »

Yvan256 · « **Reply #22 on:** July 05, 2014, 12:13:04 pm »

My favorite is also the black ash and stainless one.

Being able to both design and make such a good-looking retro-style system is really impressive.

I'm at a loss for words, these are works of art.

quizz_kid · « **Reply #23 on:** July 06, 2014, 11:45:50 am »

Thanks again everybody!

Quote from: Rick on July 04, 2014, 08:23:30 am

A-ha! I found a flaw! Guys? Guys! We can all feel better about ourselves now!

You need to hire a professional video guy to film your videos. He'll tell you that you need a hand model (dude, your fingernails are dirty - probably from building these masterpieces, though) for the close-up shots... ...and seriously - these are so much "high art" that they really deserve the professional treatment all the way from production to presentation.

And on a (more) serious note, if THAT was the strongest argument I'd ever have against your product, SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY! (Although, I don't have the money you're asking for one of those beautiful, beautiful machines.)

Quick question - are you (or have you considered) offering "Numbered Versions"? You're asking a lot of money for these - why not sell them as an "Authentic 1 of 10, 2 of 10", etc.?

My fingersnails are not dirty! They're just a bit "artisan"... very authentic if you'd ask me

Seriosly, thanks for the tip. Might use a proper hand model next time

quizz_kid · « **Reply #24 on:** April 04, 2015, 05:05:11 pm »

I'm starting on a new arcade machine concept in a few weeks, very excited

But til then, here are some updated pictures of new R-Kaid-R units

Walnut/copper edition - Centipede action

Walnut/copper edition folded

Black ash/stainless steel edition with boot logo

A special black rainbow edition

And here's a rather strange custom job I did a while ago. Swedish Kurbits edition, hand painted ash

Here's two pals!

I also just finished a new protective hard case in painted oak.

Quite handy!

See you guys in a few weeks! New build log coming up...

If you're into out of the box arcades, please follow my work on Facebook here or Instagram at @lovehulten

Slippyblade · « **Reply #25 on:** April 04, 2015, 05:16:35 pm »

I've been looking and I think I'm just not seeing it anywhere, but what kind of hardware is this running? It's gorgeous and the workmanship appears top notch, I'm just curious about the guts.

quizz_kid · « **Reply #26 on:** April 04, 2015, 05:20:41 pm »

Quote from: Slippyblade on April 04, 2015, 05:16:35 pm

I've been looking and I think I'm just not seeing it anywhere, but what kind of hardware is this running? It's gorgeous and the workmanship appears top notch, I'm just curious about the guts.

Thanks. Well, it's just a cheap Raspberry Pi inside. Emulation that is, so no jamma boards I'm afraid. Hooked on 4x big li-ion cells, gives me over 8 hrs of gaming though.

Slippyblade · « **Reply #27 on:** April 04, 2015, 05:30:19 pm »

Very cool. Thanks for the speedy response! I was just nosing through your gallery, love some of your other projects. You've got a very distinct style to your woodworking.

quizz_kid · « **Reply #28 on:** April 04, 2015, 05:43:29 pm »

Quote from: Slippyblade on April 04, 2015, 05:30:19 pm

Very cool. Thanks for the speedy response! I was just nosing through your gallery, love some of your other projects. You've got a very distinct style to your woodworking.

Well thank you!

floob · « **Reply #29 on:** June 11, 2015, 01:29:48 pm »

Loving the high quality finish to this portable arcade - very beautiful to look at.

Am I right in thinking that the Pi is booting from the SD card, and so I could write my own config on that card (being careful not to break the config that deals with the mame controls?)
That way I could add some software based scanlines?


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