The ibis FRL 1800 keyboard, inspired by the Duck Blackbird, is in an interest check phase with a limit of 100 units. Features include an aluminum case, USB Type-C, ESD protection, and a raffle-based group buy. Colors include red, silver, and possibly black or dark green.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive75%
Neutral20%
Negative6%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–75%•Neutral–20%•Negative–6%
Positive (5)
"Community members find the board visually appealing."
"Many are excited about the board and its features."
"Positive remarks about the colors and aesthetic choices."
"Some participants are eagerly awaiting the raffle."
"General excitement for the project overall."
Negative (3)
"Concerns about the lack of hot-swap feature."
"Suggestions regarding bezel width."
"Criticism for potential shipping or sales limitations."
Suggestions (3)
Consider adding different color options, like Busch light blue.
Questions about possible features and layout modifications.
Inquiries for possible resale options and other technical specifications.
Questions (4)
Will mod pipe and tilde be allowed?
What is the typing angle?
Will there be cutouts for bump-ons?
Who is the PCB maker?
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has a high level of engagement with 64 comments. Positive sentiment is predominant, which reflects the community's strong interest and support for the project. Duplicate comments were filtered, retaining diverse feedback.
Project Specs
- Name
- ibis - Blackbird layout FRL 1800
- Release year
- -
- Switch Options
- MX ONLY
- Layout Size
- -
- Layout Standard
- -
- Layout Ergonomics
- -
- Connection
- USB Type-C
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Top mount
- Case Colors
- Red, Silver, Black, Dark Green
- Case Material
- 6063 Aluminum
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- -
- Hot Swappable
- No
- Knob Support
- No
- Display Support
- No
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB-C
- Yes
- USB passthrough
- No
- Hall Effect Support
- No
- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
- Yes
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- Yes
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- No
