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Compact Ergo
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Compact Ergo

The Compact Ergo keyboard, inspired by the Alice layout, features a southpaw numpad, rotary encoder, and minimalistic design. Updates include vendor announcements, color options (Black, Rose, Silver, Gray), pricing at $450, and confirmation of a hotswap PCB. Feedback and suggestions are welcomed via the provided form.

35 replies
18,864 views
21 Nov 2023

Community Sentiment

15 votes

🔥 HIGH INTEREST
Positive67%
Neutral20%
Negative13%

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Sentiment Analysis

15
Total Votes
11
Feedback Items
67%
20%
13%
Positive (67%)
Neutral (20%)
Negative (13%)

Positive Feedback

  • Users are excited about the ergonomic layout and the inclusion of a numpad.
  • Community members are supportive of the keyboard's design and features.
  • The rework of the Alice layout received positive comments.
  • Many are eager for the keyboard to enter production.
  • Overall appreciation for the aesthetic and functionality of the design.

Negative Feedback

  • Some comments express concern about the southpaw orientation, as it's considered niche.
  • Criticism regarding the pricing compared to other options in the market.

Suggestions

  • Add a badge option to replace the encoder for aesthetic purposes.
  • Offer more plate options such as PC and FR4 in addition to aluminum.

Common Questions

  • Will the rotary be forced or can it be replaced with a key?
  • Will other plate options be made available for purchase?
🤖 AI Summary

The thread has generated significant engagement with 17 replies, indicating strong interest. Positive feedback overwhelmingly outnumbers negative comments, contributing to a high interest level.

Project Specs

23
Specs Listed
Name
Compact Ergo
Layout Size
Tenkeyless
Layout Standard
ISO
Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
Mount Style
Top mount
Case Colors
Cherry Blossom Anodized, Cobalt Anodized, Cardinal Anodized, Sparkle Black Coat
Case Material
6063 Aluminum
Keycaps Material
Weight
Hot Swappable
true
Knob Support
true
Display Support
false
Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys
false
USB passthrough
false
N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger
Screw-in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening
true
Backlight
true
Release year
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