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L7 - 65% Keyboard (IC)

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The L7 is a custom 65% keyboard inspired by HHKB and CA66 layouts, featuring a unique plate design. It includes a hotswap PCB, full gasket mount, and LED backlight. The project is in its prototype phase and will be available through mykeyboard.eu for EU customers once finalized.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 45%
Neutral – 21%
Negative – 34%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (4)

  • "Community loves the look of the keyboard and its unique design."

  • "Many comments express excitement about the rounded corners and overall aesthetics."

  • "Engagement shows interest in the project's progress, with many declaring definite intent to purchase."

  • "There is praise for the mounting system and construction quality."

Negative (4)

  • "Concerns regarding lack of ISO support which some users desire."

  • "Some feedback criticizes the rounded corners and the right side gap aesthetic."

  • "Several users express disappointment about the limited layout options."

  • "Some comments indicate frustration over the length of time without updates."

Suggestions (4)

  • Requests for an ISO compatible PCB.

  • Suggestions to consider a split backspace option.

  • Ideas for alternative layouts to cater to varying preferences.

  • Interest in adding more color options and aesthetic choices.

Questions (3)

  • Inquisitive posts about the projected price and availability timelines.

  • Clarifications requested regarding the split spacebar option.

  • Questions about additional layouts and color choices.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread shows a high level of community engagement with 119 comments. Positive sentiment significantly outweighs the negative, although concerns about ISO support and the project's updates were frequent. This suggests a robust interest in the project, indicating a strong potential for realization.

Project Specs

Name
L7 - 65% Keyboard
Release year
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Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
65%
Layout Standard
ANSI only
Layout Ergonomics
-
Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Mount Style
Full gasket mount
Case Colors
-
Case Material
Aluminium & Brass
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Hot Swappable
Yes
Knob Support
No
Display Support
No
Mac/Win Support
-
Multi-Media Keys
-
USB-C
Yes
USB passthrough
No
Hall Effect Support
No
QMK Support
Yes
VIA Support
-
N-Key Rollover
-
Rapid Trigger
-
Screw-in Stabilizers
-
Sound Dampening
-
Backlight
Yes