The KBD8X MKIII is a highly anticipated mechanical keyboard with a starting price of $279. It features a unique mounting system, customizable options, and a variety of color choices.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (8)
"Impressed by the overall design and features."
"Nice color selection noted by multiple users."
"Many users consider it a solid update to the original KBD8X."
"Appreciation for hot-swap ISO support."
"Desire to purchase multiple colors expressed."
"Positive remarks about the sound test."
"Excitement for the new stainless steel weight option."
"Hopeful about pricing remaining low."
Negative (5)
"Concerns about the absence of EU vendors leading to high customs fees."
"Frustration over limited PCB options."
"Criticism regarding certain color combinations."
"Disappointment over unavailability of a foam edition."
"Uncertainty about collaboration status with ai03."
Suggestions (3)
Consider making a foam edition of the KBD8X.
Explore options for providing local EU shipping to avoid customs issues.
Potential to offer different PCB thicknesses as kit options.
Questions (3)
Will the keyboard be compatible with unified daughterboards?
Is there a possibility of getting a 1.6mm PCB for hotswap?
Will there be more information on the collaboration with ai03?
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread had a total of 21 replies with active engagement. Positive feedback significantly outweighed negative comments, with good enthusiasm indicating high community interest.
Project Specs
- Name
- KBD8X MKIII
- Release year
- 2023
- Switch Options
- -
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- -
- Layout Standard
- -
- Layout Ergonomics
- -
- Connection
- -
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Gasket Mount
- Case Colors
- -
- Case Material
- -
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- 2.7 kg
- Hot Swappable
- Yes
- 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
- Yes