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ORI No.2 - Genesis (IC)

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ORI No.2 Genesis is a keyboard design inspired by HHKB PRO HG, offering a seamless assembly and Alice layout. With production improvements from ORI 87, it features a polycarbonate case and flexible plate options. Limited to 50 pieces, this design marks a new beginning for ORI.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 71%
Neutral – 17%
Negative – 12%
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Feedback Highlights

Positive (5)

  • "Unique and impressive design."

  • "Excited to see how the group buy will be organized."

  • "Design language is well-received and appreciated."

  • "Looking forward to this keyboard and future runs."

  • "Stunning design and good luck with the project."

Negative (5)

  • "Concerns about the side cut design."

  • "Limited 50/50 pieces may be problematic."

  • "Concerns regarding the logistics of the group buy."

  • "Issues with prior group buy and reservations about future ones."

  • "Some users expressed disappointment that group buy hasn't happened yet."

Suggestions (4)

  • Offer a polycarbonate plate option.

  • Consider changing the plate options to avoid redundancy.

  • Explore alternative badge placements.

  • Highlight the flex cuts in future images.

Questions (4)

  • What price are you targeting for the group buy?

  • Will there be FR4 plates available?

  • Will there be QMK/VIA support for the keyboard?

  • What are your thoughts on badge placement options?

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread received a total of 49 comments, showcasing strong community engagement. The majority of feedback is positive, reflecting excitement about the design and project, with a few negative comments tied to logistics and past experiences.

Project Specs

Name
ORI No.2 - Genesis
Layout Size
Alice
Mount Style
Isolated gasket sandwich mount
Case Material
Polycarbonate
Profile
-
Switch Options
-
Weight
-
Release year
-
Battery capacity
-
Layout Standard
-
Layout Ergonomics
8° typing angle
Connection
-
Polling Rate
-
Dimensions
-
Case Colors
Black, Silver, Burgundy
Keycaps Material
-
Hot Swappable
-
Knob Support
-
Display Support
-
Mac/Win Support
-
Multi-Media Keys
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USB-C
-
USB passthrough
-
Hall Effect Support
-
QMK Support
-
VIA Support
-
N-Key Rollover
-
Rapid Trigger
-
Screw-in Stabilizers
-
Sound Dampening
-
Backlight
-
Sub-Legends
-
Wall thickness
-
Legend method
-
Flex-cut plate
Yes
Limited run
50/50 piece
Accent options
Polished or sandblasted
Standard plate
Aluminum, Sandblasted brass available as add-ons