The DCS Alps WoB keycaps group buy is live, aimed at finalizing kits and offering peripherals like forged carbon fiber plates. The GB focuses on sourcing rare Alps switches and seeks feedback on potential kitting configurations. Partnered with Bear Cable Co. for distribution.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (5)
"Community appreciates the revival of Alps customization."
"Excitement about seeing Alps keycaps back in production."
"Support for the kitting options proposed."
"Hopeful for expansion into more color schemes."
"Interest in unique kits like relegendables."
Negative (4)
"Concerns about the compatibility of certain kits with existing boards."
"Criticism of the potential size and complexity of kits leading to higher costs."
"Skepticism about whether enough interest will sustain the project."
"Calls to simplify the offerings to ensure success."
Suggestions (4)
Consider adding basic ISO support to the base kit.
Proposal to make a smaller base kit to reduce costs.
Ask for the possibility of sourcing various Alps switches.
Suggest removal of less commonly used keys from kits.
Questions (4)
Will the spacebar be included in the kits?
What types of ABS or PBT materials will be used?
Are there plans for gathering enough orders to meet MOQ?
Will renders be available for the new designs?
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has a significant number of unique replies, with high positivity and a variety of suggestions. Engagement is strong with many viewers expressing clear interest in participating in the group buy.
Project Specs
- Name
- DCS Alps WoB
- Release year
- -
- Profile
- DCS
- Sculpted
- No
- Material
- ABS
- Layout Standard
- Alps
- Sub-Legends
- DCS Midnight style
- Wall thickness
- -
- Legend method
- Dye-sublimation
- Color palette
- White-on-Black
- Shine through
- No
- Pudding style
- No