The BMEK (Bemeier Ergonomic Keyboard) project announces a group buy for its Alice-like case and PCB. This open-source ergonomic keyboard, with a unique layout and customizable options, is moving to an aluminum version. The initiative aims for economic feasibility via group buying, with an estimated price of 299€.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (4)
"Many users expressed excitement and support for the design and concept."
"Users found the color options appealing, especially dark violet."
"Comments emphasized the project's meticulous nature and quality of design."
"Interest in purchasing the keyboard was high among many community members."
Negative (2)
"Concerns were raised about the placement of the extra B key and whether it was necessary."
"Some users were doubtful about the utility of the LED indicators when obscured by hands."
Suggestions (3)
Users suggested considering alternative arrangements for the extra B key.
There was a recommendation for black and white color options.
One user proposed exploring aesthetic improvements for the internal weight.
Questions (3)
Users asked whether the GB process would involve a raffle or first-come-first-served approach.
Inquiries were made about the nature of the foam used in the kit.
Discussion about the potential for different PCB colors different from green arose.
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread generated a high level of engagement with 89 comments, indicating strong community interest. Positive sentiment overwhelmingly dominated, contributing to the overall high interest level.
Project Specs
- Name
- BMEK
- Release year
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- Switch Options
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- Profile
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- Layout Size
- -
- Layout Standard
- -
- Layout Ergonomics
- Ergonomically rotated center clusters
- Connection
- USB-C
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Top-mounted
- Case Colors
- Black, Dark Blue, Dark Violet, Anthracite Gray, Silver
- Case Material
- Aluminum
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- 1855g
- Hot Swappable
- Yes
- Knob Support
- -
- Display Support
- -
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB-C
- Yes
- USB passthrough
- -
- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
- Yes
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- -