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Brutal V2 - 65%
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Brutal V2 - 65%

The Brutal V2 - 65% is the latest addition to the CannonKeys Brutalist series, offering bold design inspired by brutalist architecture. Featuring a single-sided gasket mount and a hotswap PCB option, it ensures comfort and versatility. It blends well into any setup, with customizable assembly.

30 replies
24,578 views
25 Apr 2022

Community Sentiment

27 votes

🔥 HIGH INTEREST
Positive56%
Neutral26%
Negative19%

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Sentiment Analysis

27
Total Votes
18
Feedback Items
56%
26%
19%
Positive (56%)
Neutral (26%)
Negative (19%)

Positive Feedback

  • Excited to buy this keyboard.
  • A nice refresh to the lineup.
  • Love the two-tone look, hoping it carries to future boards.
  • Aesthetic is nice with a touch more flare.
  • The design has grown on me over time.

Negative Feedback

  • Bummed about the shift to gasket mount from top mount.
  • Too much for the original Brutalist keyboard design.
  • Preference for the original design without certain features.
  • Concerns about too much foam affecting sound quality.
  • Not a fan of zinc weights.

Suggestions

  • Add external weights option.
  • Consider a swappable PC version.
  • Fix design inconsistencies seen in the prototype.
  • Include brass internal weight option as add-on.
  • Vet out the mount and foam methodology carefully.

Common Questions

  • Will there be a choice for external weights?
  • Is it sold exclusively by CannonKeys?
  • Clarification about the possibilities of the Savage 65 variant.
🤖 AI Summary

The thread contains a total of 30 unique comments with a significant amount of engagement. There is a clear divide in sentiment regarding the shift to gasket mounts versus the original design. Many users expressed excitement for the aesthetic and features, while a few voiced concerns. The high level of enthusiasm and diverse engagement suggests strong interest in the project.

Project Specs

31
Specs Listed
Name
Brutal V2
Release year
2023
Switch Options
Hotswap, Solderable
Profile
Layout Size
65%
Layout Standard
Layout Ergonomics
Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
Single-sided gasket mount
Case Colors
Case Material
Keycaps Material
Dimensions
323 x 113 x 30 mm
Weight
1.2 kg
Hot Swappable
true
Knob Support
false
Display Support
false
Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys
USB-C
true
USB passthrough
false
Hall Effect Support
false
QMK Support
VIA Support
N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger
Screw-in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening
true
Backlight
false