The mako.TKL is a top-mounted, shark-themed TKL keyboard with a unique design inspired by the shortfin mako. Limited to 35-40 units, this project includes brass and polycarbonate plate options and plans to donate profits to shark conservation. The keyboard's elegant design features traditional Mandarin engravings.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (5)
"Community members excited about the design and theme, especially the shark elements."
"Several users expressed definite interest in purchasing the keyboard."
"Specific compliments on the clean and elegant design."
"Praise for the designer's use of traditional Chinese characters."
"Members expressed enthusiasm about the prototype images and sound test."
Negative (3)
"Some members suggested the design could benefit from more detailing on the top plate."
"Concerns were raised about the uniqueness of the design compared to other TKL boards."
"A user mentioned that a logo on the top might distract from the sleek aesthetic."
Suggestions (3)
Ideas to add subtle design elements like shark gills or small logos.
Suggestions for reducing the number of bumpons on the keyboard.
A request to explore additional color options.
Questions (3)
Inquiries about the format of the group buy (FCFS or raffle).
Questions regarding the type of switches used during the typing test.
Requests for updates on the prototype and availability for group buy.
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has significant engagement with 46 total comments and a positive sentiment majority. The feedback is lively and diverse, indicating a strong community interest.
Project Specs
- Name
- mako.TKL
- Release year
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- Switch Options
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- Profile
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- Layout Size
- TKL
- Layout Standard
- WKL
- Layout Ergonomics
- 6° typing angle
- Connection
- -
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Top Mount
- Case Colors
- Navy/Navy, Navy/Light Grey
- Case Material
- Anodized Aluminum 6061
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
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- Weight
- 2.1kg
- Hot Swappable
- No
- Knob Support
- No
- Display Support
- No
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
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- USB-C
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- USB passthrough
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- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- -
- VIA Support
- -
- N-Key Rollover
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- Rapid Trigger
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- Screw-in Stabilizers
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- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
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