The Coarse60 is an affordable 60% keyboard with a leaf-spring design, following the Alice style. For detailed information and updates, visit the Geekhack forum thread.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (10)
"Some users are excited about the affordability and the concept of the board."
"A user appreciates the updates about the project and finds them valuable."
"One commenter expresses hope for the project to succeed and appreciates its potential."
"Another user indicates they will definitely consider purchasing it at the proposed price point."
"A user expresses a desire to see more flex cuts for a bouncier feel."
"Several users show interest in potential color options like pink."
"One user mentions they liked both versions of the design."
"A commenter expresses enthusiasm for the concept of a leaf-spring alice layout."
"Another user feels the project has a unique idea and might have no current competition."
"A user expresses they hope the project comes to fruition."
Negative (10)
"Several comments criticize the boxy design, suggesting it lacks appeal."
"One user notes the negative and nonsupportive responses in the thread."
"Another user expresses skepticism about the practicality of the board."
"A commenter believes the design lacks refinement compared to other models."
"Some users express concerns about the weight and bulkiness of the board."
"Multiple comments suggest that the design may not meet expectations for a leaf-spring feel."
"A user states they believe no constructive feedback is being provided by critics."
"Another commenter expresses dislike for the overall aesthetics of the design."
"One user humorously asks if the design resembles a box."
"A user suggests removing side supports on the plate for improved design."
Suggestions (5)
Refine the design to reduce bulkiness.
Consider adding more flex cuts to the mounting plate.
Remove side supports on the plate as suggested by one user.
Explore potential additional color options.
Communicate better about shipping capabilities for international backers.
Questions (4)
What is the engraving on the bottom of the board?
Is there a possibility of a pink option in future rounds?
Will the board be compatible with specific common PCBs?
What was the design process for the prototype?
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has good engagement with a mix of interest and criticism. Significant negative comments indicate design concerns, yet there is a moderate level of positive reception towards the affordability and potential of the board. Overall, the sentiment remains divided, reflecting a healthy discussion.
Project Specs
- Name
- Coarse60
- Release year
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- Switch Options
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- Profile
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- Layout Size
- 60%
- Layout Standard
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- Layout Ergonomics
- Alice
- Connection
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- Polling Rate
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- Battery capacity
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- Mount Style
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- Case Colors
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- Case Material
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- Keycaps Material
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- Dimensions
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- Weight
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- Hot Swappable
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- Knob Support
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- Display Support
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- 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
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- QMK Support
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- VIA Support
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- N-Key Rollover
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- Rapid Trigger
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- Screw-in Stabilizers
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- Sound Dampening
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- Backlight
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