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Karbon/65

The Karbon/65 is a 65% keyboard inspired by Lamborghini's carbon fiber design. It features an isolation mount and brass weight, aiming for a compact and refined aesthetic. Initial issues with a designer led to revisions, with prototypes expected soon for a small group buy.

64 replies
21,216 views
25 Dec 2019

Community Sentiment

57 votes

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Positive16%
Neutral18%
Negative67%

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Sentiment Analysis

57
Total Votes
31
Feedback Items
16%
18%
67%
Positive (16%)
Neutral (18%)
Negative (67%)

Positive Feedback

  • Interesting design. Good luck.
  • The board looks really good.
  • I'm willing to give you the benefit of the doubt.
  • If you can clear up issues raised, you could have a successful first run.
  • Ah. This beautiful dumpster fire somehow continues to find new and exciting ways to keep burning and entertain.
  • Good luck on the group buy.
  • I'll trust this guy based on the season for giving.
  • People deserve second chances.
  • There is potential for growth from mistakes.

Negative Feedback

  • Concerns about the legitimacy of the runner.
  • Trust issues due to previous GB problems.
  • Poor business judgment in collaborating with PheonixStarr.
  • Too much drama from the start.
  • Doubts about production capability.
  • Expectation of transparency when collaborating with controversial figures.
  • Claims of financial mismanagement linked to past GBs.
  • Participants are skeptical about handing over money.
  • The runner should establish a presence in the community first.
  • Aligning with a problematic collaborator tarnishes reputation.

Suggestions

  • Run the GB through a reputable vendor.
  • Consider cutting ties with the current PCB designer.
  • Increase transparency regarding collaboration choices.
  • Engage more with the community before initiating a GB.
  • Modify the design or use a different PCB to alleviate concerns.

Common Questions

  • Will there be different layout options?
  • What firmware will the PCB use?
  • What will be the production time?
  • How can we reserve a unit?
  • Are there renders from different angles available?
  • What will the sound and feel of forged CF as plate material be?
  • Was there an intention to run this through a vendor?
🤖 AI Summary

The thread exhibits a high level of negative sentiment due to concerns about previous group buy issues and the runner's reputation. There is some positive feedback regarding the design, but it is overshadowed by distrust. Engagement is moderate with a mix of constructive criticism and questions.

Interest Check Info

AuthorCruxx_.
Published25 Dec 2019
Last Updated28 Dec 2019
Replies64
Views21,216

Project Specs

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Specs Listed
Name
Karbon/65
Release year
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Profile
Layout Size
65%
Layout Standard
Symmetrical
Layout Ergonomics
Connection
Polling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
Isolation
Case Colors
Black & Grey
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
Dimensions
Weight
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
PCB
TBA