MechWild introduces Clunker, an affordable 40% mechanical keyboard featuring a half numeric row, a knob, and a solenoid for unique feedback. Priced at $50, the Group Buy runs from May 13th to June 6th, with a 10-week fulfillment period. Explore its features including QMK/VIA support and an acrylic guard.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive72%
Neutral24%
Negative4%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–72%•Neutral–24%•Negative–4%
Positive (3)
"Community members express excitement and love for the unique design and features like the solenoid."
"Many users indicate they want to purchase or are already planning to buy the keyboard."
"Specific features like the half numrow and knob receiving positive remarks."
Negative (1)
"Concerns raised about certain key placements and missing features like split enter."
Suggestions (2)
Suggestions for a bigger solenoid and support for USB-C.
Ideas for more key layout options, especially for the bottom row.
Questions (2)
Queries regarding the solenoid's interaction with materials and its functionality.
Requests for clarification and details about specific features.
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread includes 29 comments with a strong focus on excitement and engagement. Duplication was minimal, with significant discussions around features and potential improvements. The community clearly enjoys the concept, with many members expressing their intent to purchase.
Project Specs
- Name
- Clunker
- Release year
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- Switch Options
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- Profile
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- Layout Size
- 40%
- Layout Standard
- -
- Layout Ergonomics
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- Connection
- Pro micro
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
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- Case Colors
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- Case Material
- Acrylic
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
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- Weight
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- Hot Swappable
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- Knob Support
- Yes
- Display Support
- -
- Mac/Win Support
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- Multi-Media Keys
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- USB-C
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- USB passthrough
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- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
- Yes
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
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- Screw-in Stabilizers
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- Sound Dampening
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- Backlight
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