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Kitsune (IC)

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Introducing Kitsune, a F13 TKL keyboard with a unique top and O-ring gummy mount design. It features options for aluminum or brass weight, various color choices, and adjustable height. Set for a group buy in November, with a limited run of 60 units, priced between $400 and $430.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 54%
Neutral – 21%
Negative – 25%
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Feedback Highlights

Positive (5)

  • "Users find the design very nice and appealing."

  • "One user expresses a strong emotional connection to the kit."

  • "Another user loves the weight of the design."

  • "Several users state they are very interested or would immediately buy it."

  • "Multiple comments express appreciation for the engraving or the overall style."

Negative (4)

  • "Concerns about the proportions of the engraving, making it look more like a human."

  • "One user mentions potential shortcomings with the typing experience related to the plate design."

  • "A critique of the weight engraving being poorly designed."

  • "A user doubts it will stay under the $400 mark."

Suggestions (3)

  • Consider offering a half plate option.

  • Reassessing the plate design for better typing experience related to the Jane v2.

  • Feedback on the engraving design status.

Questions (2)

  • Users ask about half plate availability, flex options, and hotswap options.

  • Inquiry about whether the engraving design is final and its specifics.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread contains a good mix of engagement with 24 comments, with an overall positive sentiment from the community. There are several constructive suggestions and questions, indicating strong interest in the project.

Project Specs

Name
Kitsune
Layout Size
TKL
Layout Standard
ANSI and ISO
Mount Style
Top and Gummy O-Ring
Case Material
Aluminum 6063
Weight
1.6kg (Alu Weight Configuration), 2.1kg (Brass Weight Configuration), 2.48kg built
Case Colors
Anodized Silver, Burgundy & Black
Switch Options
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PCB
Infinity 87.5
Battery capacity
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Profile
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Layout Ergonomics
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Connection
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Polling Rate
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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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