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AK7.62 (IC)

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The AK7.62 is a 60%/65% mechanical keyboard featuring built-in solenoids and buzzers for an incredibly loud and tactile typing experience. It comes in an aluminum alloy case with various color options and plate materials.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

Medium Interest
Positive – 40%
Neutral – 30%
Negative – 30%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (4)

  • "Commenter expressed excitement about the idea and wished good luck with the interest check."

  • "Another user found the layout intriguing despite not using the right shift key."

  • "General appreciation for the design was noted."

  • "A user found the project awesome, using a local expression to convey enthusiasm."

Negative (3)

  • "One commenter criticized the layout's impracticality and aesthetics while suggesting a more traditional design."

  • "Concerns were raised about the north-facing LEDs being a dealbreaker."

  • "Lack of QMK compatibility and associated functionalities were also noted as drawbacks."

Suggestions (3)

  • Adopt a more traditional 65% layout with a bottom blocker.

  • Include WKL and HHKB options for the 60% version.

  • Provide images of the back and side of the keyboard.

Questions (3)

  • Are the stabilizers screw-in?

  • Is there a possibility of future QMK compatibility updates?

  • Will there be more opportunities to purchase after the group buy?

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread contains 7 unique comments with a mix of enthusiasm and concerns. The positive sentiment is stronger than negative, contributing to a medium interest level. Duplicate comments were filtered, and the overall engagement appears moderate.

Project Specs

Name
AK7.62 (IC)
Case Material
Sandblasted 6061 Aluminum Alloy
Weight
PVD Stainless Steel
Layout Size
60%, 65%
Layout Standard
-
Layout Ergonomics
6.5 degrees
Mount Style
-
Case Colors
Red, Black, Burgundy, Coffee, Light Gold, Dark Gray, Forest Green, Silver, Purple, Light Blue
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Hot Swappable
Yes
Knob Support
-
Display Support
-
Mac/Win Support
-
Multi-Media Keys
-
USB-C
No
USB passthrough
No
Hall Effect Support
No
QMK Support
No
VIA Support
No
N-Key Rollover
Yes
Rapid Trigger
No
Screw-in Stabilizers
-
Sound Dampening
Yes
Backlight
Yes
Polling Rate
-