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KY-01

The KY-01 is a 75% top mount keyboard with a 6-degree typing angle, available in various aluminium finishes. It supports ANSI and ISO layouts and MX style switches. The group buy starts on August 20, 2020, and offers options like aluminium, brass, or carbon fibre plates with a limited run of 150 units.

93 replies
50,115 views
30 May 2020

Community Sentiment

73 votes

🔥 HIGH INTEREST
Positive58%
Neutral26%
Negative16%

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Sentiment Analysis

73
Total Votes
17
Feedback Items
58%
26%
16%
Positive (58%)
Neutral (26%)
Negative (16%)

Positive Feedback

  • Community members love the design.
  • Many are excited about the aquamarine color.
  • Users appreciate the price point for the units.
  • Several participants expressed definite interest in purchasing.
  • The overall aesthetics and quality of the board received praise.

Negative Feedback

  • Concerns about the limited number of units available for the group buy.
  • Some users are apprehensive about the creator's experience with group buys.
  • A few comments criticized the layout of the keyboard, specifically the arrow keys.
  • Issues mentioned about the discord link experiencing accessibility problems.

Suggestions

  • Consider increasing the number of units available.
  • Possibility of offering a hot-swap PCB.
  • Suggestions to make the USB port more user-friendly.
  • Consider providing clearer updates via Discord.

Common Questions

  • Requests for clarification about the PCB's QMK support and ESD-protection.
  • Questions about the additional colors and potential updates.
  • Inquiries regarding the shipping procedure and costs.
  • Several users asked about the potential for another group buy round.
🤖 AI Summary

The thread has a total of 79 comments with a significant engagement shown through positive feedback and inquiries. There's a clear enthusiasm level among users, with many expressing intent to participate in the group buy. The community feedback shows healthy discussion despite some concerns about the execution of the group buy.

Interest Check Info

AuthorKCK
Published30 May 2020
Last Updated04 Aug 2020
Replies93
Views50,115

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Project Specs

31
Specs Listed
Name
KY-01 (IC)
Release year
2020
Switch Options
MX style switches only
Profile
Layout Size
75%
Layout Standard
ANSI & ISO
Layout Ergonomics
6 degree
Connection
USB Type-C
Polling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
Top Mount
Case Colors
Black/Grey/Silver/Aquamarine/Blue Grey
Case Material
6061 aluminium
Keycaps Material
Dimensions
Weight
Hot Swappable
Knob Support
Display Support
Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys
USB-C
true
USB passthrough
Hall Effect Support
QMK Support
true
VIA Support
N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger
Screw-in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening
Backlight