The Skyloong GK61 Pro is a 60% keyboard that features a unique split spacebar with an integrated knob. This innovative design allows for increased functionality and customization, with the knob being programmable and hot-swappable. Available in wired and wireless versions, the GK61 Pro caters to various preferences and workspaces.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (5)
"The hot-swap knob feature is seen as intriguing and could be a nice addition to some boards."
"Many appreciate the open-source aspect of the project."
"The stepped Esc key design has received positive remarks."
"The split space + knob concept is liked for its innovative utility in a compact design."
"General excitement about the potential for improved typing efficiency."
Negative (8)
"Concerns about the lack of options for split backspace, split RShift, and 7u bottom row."
"The north-facing switches might limit compatibility with standard Cherry-profile keycaps."
"Criticism of the project's timing and relevance in the market."
"Discussion about the challenges of muscle memory associated with the new layout."
"Uncertainty about the project's target audience and suggestion to market to different platforms."
"Claims that the design could be limiting due to the specific layout choices."
"Frustration over the split spacebar design not being conducive for keycap swaps."
"A comment highlighting confusion over the project's direction and design decisions."
Suggestions (3)
Consider adding a suggestions box to the IC form for user feedback.
Operational changes such as standardizing on a 7u bottom row for symmetry.
Recommendations for replacing the split spacebar with a classic long spacebar.
Questions (3)
What advantages does the knob provide in practical use?
Clarification on the design choices and rationale behind the keyboard layout.
Inquiry about compatibility of keycap profiles with the PCB design.
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has a moderate level of engagement with 16 comments. The distribution of feedback is fairly balanced, with a higher number of negative comments reflecting concerns about design choices, yet some positive sentiments around the innovative features suggest a mix of interest within the community.
Project Specs
- Name
- SKYLOONG GK61 Pro (IC)
- Release year
- -
- Switch Options
- 3/5 pin hot-swap switch
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- 60%
- Layout Standard
- ANSI
- Layout Ergonomics
- -
- Connection
- Wired (QMK/VIA Fully Support) & Wireless (Bluetooth/2.4G)
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- 4000mAh
- Mount Style
- O-Ring Gasket Mount
- Case Colors
- Silver, Black, White
- Case Material
- Aluminum, ABS
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- -
- Hot Swappable
- Yes
- Knob Support
- Yes
- Display Support
- -
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB-C
- -
- USB passthrough
- -
- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
- Yes
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- 16.8 million Customized RGB