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Meso (IC)

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Meso is a 60% sandwich mount keyboard featuring HHKB, WKL, and Standard layouts. With options for brass or polycarbonate half-plates and various finishes, it's built for quality typing experiences amid a sea of gasketed designs. Feedback is welcomed to enhance its development.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 61%
Neutral – 21%
Negative – 18%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (7)

  • "Community members express excitement about the design and features."

  • "Several users are eager to participate in the upcoming group buy."

  • "Comments highlight appreciation for the aesthetics and quality of materials."

  • "Good feedback on the overall redesign."

  • "Users are enthusiastic about possible color options."

  • "Members show interest in a future TKL version."

  • "Positive remarks regarding the unique design elements, like the front lip."

Negative (5)

  • "Some users preferred the original sandwich mount design."

  • "Concerns regarding large bezels affecting the design."

  • "Feedback suggests narrowing the mounting holes for better compatibility."

  • "One commenter expresses disappointment over not having been part of the design votes."

  • "A user notes the excessive file sizes for uploaded images as an issue."

Suggestions (4)

  • Consider offering a TKL version of the board in the future.

  • A request to have matching numpad or arrow cluster designs.

  • Suggestion to make the corner radius of the accent piece match the side cutouts.

  • Consider making top and bottom bezels less prominent for the top-mount design.

Questions (4)

  • What inspired the name 'Meso'?

  • Will there be a hotswap PCB option available?

  • Are there plans for different color options like black or grey?

  • Could the design accommodate traditional sandwich-mount features?

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread contains a total of 28 comments with a majority of positive feedback and a strong interest level indicated by enthusiastic responses and multiple suggestions. Several users are highly engaged, showing a dedication to the project.

Project Specs

Name
Meso
Release year
2021
Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
60%
Layout Standard
HHKB, WKL, Standard
Layout Ergonomics
4 degree typing angle
Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Mount Style
Sandwich
Case Colors
Drank (purple), E-White, Space Grey, Bushido Red, Blue Steel
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
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Dimensions
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Weight
4.2 lb
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
Yes
USB passthrough
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Hall Effect Support
-
QMK Support
Yes
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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