The DropTop55 project seeks interest in a compact keyboard with a prototype showcasing a top mount design. With a 40-50 unit group buy planned, this board targets those wanting a smaller layout without losing essential keys, offering CF or PC plate options. Input on materials and colors is welcomed.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (5)
"Comments highlight the board's aesthetics and layout design."
"Many users express excitement about trying the board when it reaches GB."
"Feedback praises the usability of the layout, especially for those intimidated by smaller boards."
"Several users appreciate the inclusion of punctuation keys."
"Users express interest in potential materials and features like hotswap and different design options."
Negative (4)
"Concerns over the pricing being too high for the features offered."
"Some users express a desire for additional key configurations that are currently not included."
"A few comments mention impracticality or feature comparison to other boards."
"Some users request ISO support, stating it's a deal breaker for them."
Suggestions (3)
Include color samples in the IC form for more precise options.
Consider adding hotswap functionality and more customization options for key configurations.
Users suggest enhancing the visibility of the IC form link in the original post.
Questions (3)
Inquiries about expected GB timing and pricing estimates.
Requests for more detailed images of the final case design.
Questions regarding the typing angle and the height of the keyboard.
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread shows significant engagement with 53 total comments and a majority of positive sentiment. The feedback is generally enthusiastic but includes important concerns about price and additional features. The positive comments dominate, indicating strong interest in the project despite the reservations expressed.
Project Specs
- Name
- DropTop55
- Switch Options
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- Release year
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- Profile
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- Layout Size
- 40%
- Layout Standard
- -
- Layout Ergonomics
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- Connection
- USB-C
- Polling Rate
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- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Top mount
- Case Colors
- Aluminum
- Case Material
- Aluminum
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
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- Weight
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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 passthrough
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- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
- -
- 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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