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Olympus 60% (IC)

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The Olympus 60% keyboard project, inspired by Mount Olympus, features customizable anodized or cerakoted aluminum, a PORON isolation gasket mount, and a sandblasted brass badge. The ATMEGA32u4 based PCB supports QMK. Interest checks are underway for possible group buys with limited kits.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 70%
Neutral – 19%
Negative – 11%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (3)

  • "Community members are excited about the board's layout and design."

  • "Many users expressed a strong interest in purchasing the board."

  • "Positive comments highlight the aesthetics and features of the board."

Negative (3)

  • "Concerns about the badge/plate emblem design."

  • "Some users wish there were more layout options, like a 65% version."

  • "Criticism regarding the bezel's narrowness."

Suggestions (3)

  • Add WK and HHKB layout support.

  • Consider widening the bezel and repositioning the badge.

  • Explore more color options for the final design.

Questions (3)

  • What price range is expected for the kits?

  • Will there be a polycarb case option?

  • Will there be broader layout support once the project develops?

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread has 27 replies with a strong positive sentiment overall. The community displays significant enthusiasm for the board's design and features, leading to a high interest level despite a few concerns and suggestions for improvement.

Project Specs

Name
Olympus 60%
Release year
-
Switch Options
MX
Profile
-
Layout Size
60%
Layout Standard
-
Layout Ergonomics
-
Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Case Colors
TBD
Case Material
Anodized Aluminum
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Hot Swappable
No
Knob Support
No
Display Support
No
Mac/Win Support
-
Multi-Media Keys
No
USB-C
Yes
USB passthrough
No
Hall Effect Support
No
QMK Support
Yes
VIA Support
No
N-Key Rollover
-
Rapid Trigger
No
Screw-in Stabilizers
-
Sound Dampening
No
Backlight
No