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KC 65% Gasket Mount (IC)

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Cody from Keybs Co is developing a 65% gasket mount keyboard featuring anodized aluminum or brass options and ANSI layout. Despite PCB testing delays, prototypes have been ordered. The group buy, set for around one month out, aims for a $450-$550 price range with no units limit.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 39%
Neutral – 29%
Negative – 32%
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Feedback Highlights

Positive (5)

  • "User finds the keyboard gorgeous and is interested."

  • "Appreciation for the design and aesthetics."

  • "Excitement about the unique design and prototypes."

  • "Interest in the Bauer blockers design."

  • "Positive feedback on the creative aesthetics."

Negative (5)

  • "Skepticism regarding the design without prototypes."

  • "Concerns about the open spaces in the bottom base."

  • "Queries about if the top piece is tall enough for keycaps."

  • "Doubts regarding unlimited group buy and production quantities."

  • "Criticism of the keycap renders which are considered rough."

Suggestions (3)

  • Request for WK bottom row with 7u spacebar support.

  • Suggestion to offer ISO support.

  • Idea to cap the limit of the group buy instead of making it unlimited.

Questions (4)

  • Inquiry if WKL will be optional.

  • Request for an exploded view of the keyboard.

  • Clarification needed on the MOQ concept and how it fits with unlimited sales.

  • Question about the daughterboard and USB port integration.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread had a substantial number of comments with diverse feedback. Positive sentiment slightly outweighed negative sentiment, suggesting a significant interest level in the project. Several users engaged with detailed questions and suggestions, indicating active participation.

Project Specs

Name
KC 65% Gasket Mount (IC)
Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
65%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
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Connection
USB Type-C
Polling Rate
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Battery capacity
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Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Case Colors
Black, E-white, Navy/Dark Blue, Rose Gold, Dark Red/Burgundy
Case Material
Aluminum, Brass
Keycaps Material
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Dimensions
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Weight
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Hot Swappable
Yes
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
Yes
USB passthrough
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Hall Effect Support
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QMK Support
Yes
VIA Support
Yes
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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