Ex Arkhe is a uniquely designed keyboard by TKL, inspired by rowing shells and katamarans. It features a curved seamless case profile, and uses a custom mount. Available in various color combinations, the group buy opens on June 14th for approximately $560, with vendors across SEA, EU, NA, and CAN.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (5)
"The design has attractive curves."
"Original direction compared to similar designs is appreciated."
"The aesthetic is well-received, especially for a first design."
"Excited to see the development progress."
"Overall interest expressed in purchasing."
Negative (4)
"Concerns about stability, especially wobble."
"Critique on the need for more details on the bottom design."
"Desire for specific additional features like ISO support."
"Some users express confusion or skepticism about design elements."
Suggestions (3)
Consider a USB-C port instead of Mini USB.
Proposal for a split design weight inspired by catamarans.
Aesthetic suggestions for color options and further design details.
Questions (3)
Queries about the functionality and design specifics.
Requests for clarity on production timelines and options.
Questions regarding potential support for different layouts.
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has a total of 54 replies, with a strong positive sentiment dominating the discussion. There are a few concerns, but overall excitement and engagement are evident, marking a high level of interest in the GB.
Project Specs
- Name
- Ex Arkhe
- Release year
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- Switch Options
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- Profile
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- Layout Size
- TKL
- Layout Standard
- WKL
- Layout Ergonomics
- 4.2 degree typing angle
- Connection
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- Polling Rate
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- Battery capacity
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- Mount Style
- O-ring gummy worm mount
- Case Colors
- Black Top/Red Bottom, Silver Top/Red Bottom, Silver Top/Blue Bottom, Red Top/Silver Bottom, Blue Top/Silver Bottom
- Case Material
- 6063 Aluminium
- Keycaps Material
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- 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-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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