MarbleK introduces the FirstSlab60, a 60% keyboard case crafted from Carrara marble, a world-first. The design includes CNC aluminum standoffs and adhesive rubber feet. With ongoing refinements, the GB is anticipated by year-end, priced around $300. Updates and feedback are welcomed.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (5)
"Community members find the project unique and interesting."
"Many express eagerness to purchase or follow the project."
"Users are impressed with the marble design and aesthetics."
"Some have a strong interest in how it sounds and performs."
"Appreciation for the effort and creativity shown in the project."
Negative (5)
"Concerns about the weight and fragility of a marble keyboard."
"Some users worry about potentially high shipping costs."
"Criticism of the design's fit with high-profile keycaps."
"Skepticism regarding the feasibility of the product being produced."
"Doubts about durability and issues with cracking."
Suggestions (5)
Consider offering different sizes or layouts like 65% or full-size.
Explore options for built-in wrist rests.
Suggestions for improving the angle or design for better aesthetics.
Ideas for incorporating flexible or customizable standoffs.
Recommendations for a smoother finish or specific color combinations.
Questions (5)
Inquiries about the durability of marble as a keyboard case.
Questions regarding pricing estimates and shipping costs.
Requests for design specs and potential variations in models.
Clarification about the assembly process and compatibility with PCBs.
Concerns about how the case would handle temperature and wear.
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread is lengthy with numerous responses showcasing a variety of sentiments. The engagement level is high with many members expressing interest or excitement for the group buy. Negative sentiments mostly revolve around concerns about the material's practicality.
Project Specs
- Name
- FirstSlab60
- Switch Options
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- Layout Size
- 60%
- Layout Standard
- -
- Connection
- -
- Mount Style
- -
- Case Material
- Marble
- Case Colors
- -
- Weight
- -
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- USB-C
- -
- Hot Swappable
- No
- Knob Support
- No
- Display Support
- No
- Multi-Media Keys
- No
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Backlight
- No
- N-Key Rollover
- No
- Rapid Trigger
- No
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- No
- Sound Dampening
- No
- USB passthrough
- No
- Hall Effect Support
- No
- QMK Support
- No
- VIA Support
- -