QUARKeys Studio introduces the Z40, a compact low-profile keyboard tailored for portability and efficiency. It features custom PCB designs, a choice of carbon fiber or brass switch plates, and a robust CNC aluminum case. A group buy starts on July 15, 2021, with various customizable options available.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (4)
"Compliments on the design and functionality of the keyboard."
"Admirable effort to design a keyboard for Cherry MX low profile."
"Some users are keeping an eye on the product for further updates."
"Love for the low profile aspect and overall design aesthetics."
Negative (2)
"Concerns about the confusing use of the Quark name and PCB compatibility."
"A user expressed disappointment with the lack of activity in the Discord."
Suggestions (2)
Clarify compatibility of DSA/XDA keycaps in initial post.
Make separate keys for Windows/Mac to avoid double legends.
Questions (3)
What switches are used and who is the manufacturer?
Will the keycaps be BoW as pictured?
Questions about compatibility of Kailh Choc and XDA keycaps with the design.
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has 7 unique comments with a fair mix of positive and negative feedback. The community displays solid interest through engagement and specific inquiries regarding the product.
Project Specs
- Name
- QUARKeys Z40
- Release year
- 2021
- Switch Options
- Cherry Lowpro, TTC Lowpro, Kailh Choc V1 & V2
- Profile
- XDA, DSA
- Layout Size
- 40%
- Layout Standard
- MIT
- Connection
- USB-C
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Bottom Mount
- Case Colors
- Anodized Black, Anodized Dark Blue, E-White
- Case Material
- CNC Aluminum
- Keycaps Material
- Dye-sublimated PBT
- Dimensions
- 236*84*21mm without foot, 236*84*26mm with foot
- Weight
- 480g with brass foot, 331g without it
- Hot Swappable
- -
- Knob Support
- -
- Display Support
- -
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB-C
- Yes
- USB passthrough
- -
- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
- Yes
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- Yes
- Sound Dampening
- Yes
- Backlight
- Per-Key SMD RGB light