The Emperor 75% IC prototype is complete, and feedback is requested. The design features an aluminum case, polished brass plate, and Tokugawa Rev4.0 PCB. Join the Discord for more details and updates. Changes may occur as the design is refined to ensure a high-quality final product.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (5)
"The design language of the board is loved and the 75% form factor is appreciated."
"Looks nice and shows great potential despite not being final."
"Encouragement for the project to progress and improve."
"Acknowledgment that prototypes are not always necessary before posting."
"A supportive comment encouraging the designer to not be discouraged."
Negative (4)
"Concerns that the design could have been more refined before posting."
"Criticism regarding the use of rubber damper balls and their appropriateness."
"A suggestion to wait for the prototype before posting."
"General sentiment that the project needs more work."
Suggestions (2)
Recommend getting a prototype to improve design and showcase it.
Questions about the proper refinement of filleted areas.
Questions (1)
How much of the design is filleted properly?
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread prompted a decent amount of engagement, with a mix of positive and negative sentiments. There were various supportive comments that suggest potential interest, but also critiques indicating the need for refinement. Duplicates were filtered out, providing a clear representation of diverse opinions.
Project Specs
- Name
- Emperor 75%
- Switch Options
- -
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- 75%
- Layout Standard
- ANSI
- Layout Ergonomics
- -
- Connection
- USB-C
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Top mount
- Case Colors
- Pantone Black 3U
- Case Material
- Aluminum 6063
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- Front 19mm, Back 34mm
- Weight
- Polished brass
- Hot Swappable
- -
- Knob Support
- -
- Display Support
- Yes
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB-C
- Yes
- USB passthrough
- -
- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- -
- VIA Support
- -
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- -