The HEX.3C keyboard is a debut 60% keyboard aimed at the budget market. It features a unique mounting system with Poron-washers and relief cuts to enhance acoustics and reduce stiffness. It's compatible with DZ60 PCBs, available in multiple colors, and offers a superior typing experience.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive68%
Neutral23%
Negative9%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–68%•Neutral–23%•Negative–9%
Positive (6)
"Many users are excited and filled out the interest check form."
"Supportive comments highlighting the innovation for budget keyboards."
"Interest in the design and price point, seen as favorable."
"Users appreciate the unique mounting system and are eager to see its performance."
"Good luck wishes for the group buy process."
"Feedback praising the aesthetics and potential of the HEX.3C."
Negative (5)
"Concerns raised about potential price increases with additional features."
"Some comments questioning the adequacy of the design and resemblance to other models."
"Uncertainty about how the mounting system will function without a plate."
"Skepticism regarding the low price for the intended quality."
"Shipping costs raised as a concern for some users."
Suggestions (5)
Consider offering additional top options like HHKB.
Explore creating options for underglow and acrylic features.
Recommendation for different bottom row compatibility options.
Consider thicker case designs for battery accommodations.
Possibility of a polycarbonate version in future runs.
Questions (5)
Will the PCB support Alps switches?
Is there a provision for a second run or additional color options?
What are the specifics regarding shipping costs?
Clarification if the keyboard bundle includes the PCB or just the case.
Inquires about the starting time for the group buy.
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread generated a diverse range of feedback with a healthy mix of enthusiasm and constructive comments. The total of 65 comments along with frequent engagement indicates a significant level of interest in the HEX.3C. Duplicate comments were noted and filtered for uniqueness, ensuring varied opinions are represented.
Project Specs
- Name
- HEX.3C
- Release year
- -
- Switch Options
- -
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- 60%
- Layout Standard
- ANSI
- Layout Ergonomics
- -
- Connection
- -
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Gasket Mount
- Case Colors
- Black, Grey, Silver, Navy, E-White
- Case Material
- Alu 6061
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- 900g
- Hot Swappable
- -
- Knob Support
- -
- Display Support
- -
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB-C
- -
- USB passthrough
- -
- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- -
- VIA Support
- -
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- -
- Plate(s)
- Teal Aluminum, Clear PVD Brass, Black POM
- PCBs
- Compatible with DZ60 and variants
- Typing Angle
- 7
- MOQ
- 50 (Max units limited to 125 for first run)
