Play Keyboard introduces the Commodore 65 Ergo IC, a custom keyboard kit inspired by the classic Commodore 64. The project will undergo two phases to refine the layout and model. Feedback is encouraged, and a Discord channel has been established for community interaction.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (12)
"Looking forward to seeing how this turns out."
"I love the design."
"Definitely interested by this."
"Appreciate the hustle and desire to capitalize on zeitgeist while you can."
"I don't think the Alice layout is too bad and will keep an eye out for this one."
"Appreciate the update. Can't wait to see what form this takes."
"I don't hate this one either."
"A 65% with a macro row on a metal box would indeed be dope."
"Props for taking a shot and being creative!"
"+1 that would be really cool... with RETRO SA."
"It looks interesting overall."
"I'm forever hitting those keys by mistake on the Alice layout."
Negative (13)
"IC seems a bit undercooked."
"You can't call it 'Commodore 65' as it may violate ownership rights of the brand."
"Awkward mash-up, needs better renders."
"Feels wrong using C64 inspiration for an Alice layout."
"Alice is functionality aside one of the ugliest layouts."
"Think it would be more interesting with normal layout and retro case."
"This comes off as a cash grab from an inexperienced community member."
"Low quality of an IC, needs better impressions."
"Does not fit the Commodore spirit."
"I think it breaks the whole look."
"The concept may not work out as intended."
"Too many ergo keyboards marketed that are suboptimal."
"No one should use Alice layout with Commodore spirit."
Suggestions (6)
Flesh out the layouts and provide renders.
Use colors that aren't web colors for better quality.
Add an F-Row cluster on the right.
Consider a split and tented design for better ergonomics.
Make a Vic 20 version.
Stay true to Commodore styling instead of an Alice layout.
Questions (4)
Are the three keys on the left really necessary?
Will you make a Vic 20 version?
What form will this take in the final design?
Will there be a keyset to accompany this kit?
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread received a total of 64 comments with a mixture of positive, neutral, and negative sentiments. There were clear concerns over the chosen layout and branding, indicating a significant level of skepticism. Multiple members voiced specific suggestions for improvement, while others raised questions about the project's direction.
Project Specs
- Name
- Commodore 65 Ergo
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- Profile
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- Layout Ergonomics
- Ergonomic
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- Hot Swappable
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- Knob Support
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- Display Support
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- Mac/Win Support
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- Multi-Media Keys
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- USB-C
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- USB passthrough
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- Hall Effect Support
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- QMK Support
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- VIA Support
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- N-Key Rollover
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- Rapid Trigger
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- Screw-in Stabilizers
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- Sound Dampening
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- Backlight
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