Deadline Studio presents the New Retro#66, a modern-meets-retro keyboard with a unique layer-up structure using aluminum and PC materials. The design features deconstruction elements and a vaporwave aesthetic. Join the Discord group to vote on color options and share your feedback.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive48%
Neutral28%
Negative24%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–48%•Neutral–28%•Negative–24%
Positive (8)
"Supportive comments expressing excitement about the design"
"Praise for the unique and refreshing aesthetics of the keyboard"
"Interest in the different color options and overall style"
"Compliments on the ambitious nature of the project"
"Willingness to follow the progress of the keyboard"
"Enthusiasm for the potential of the design with compatible keysets"
"Hope for the inclusion of a solder PCB option"
"Comments on the appealing visual aspects of the design"
Negative (6)
"Critique on the design being busy and confusing"
"Concerns about the branding detracting from the design"
"Comments suggesting the design looks more cyber than retro"
"Dissatisfaction with a specific design element in the 65% area"
"Wishes for different mounting options and plate designs"
"General disinterest in the keyboard aesthetics for certain individuals"
Suggestions (5)
To consider offering a solder PCB option with split backspace
Feedback on changing the branding or design elements
Interest in having a wrist rest available for purchase
Desire for a different plate design
Suggestions for more color options beyond the selected ones
Questions (3)
What type of mount will this keyboard feature?
Will there be a solder PCB option?
Is there any confirmation regarding the GB/IC timeline?
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has a healthy mix of positive and negative sentiment, with many users actively engaged and providing suggestions or questions about specific features. Overall interest seems high from the community, as indicated by the variety of feedback and the number of unique comments.
Project Specs
- Name
- NEW RETRO#66
- Release year
- 2023
- Switch Options
- -
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- 75%
- Layout Standard
- WKL/WK
- Layout Ergonomics
- 7° typing angle
- Connection
- USB-C
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Gasket Mount
- Case Colors
- Silver, Violet, Dark Blue, Cream, Orange
- Case Material
- Aluminum and PC
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- -
- Hot Swappable
- Yes
- Knob Support
- Yes
- Display Support
- No
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB passthrough
- No
- Hall Effect Support
- No
- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
- Yes
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- No
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- No
- Sound Dampening
- Yes
- Backlight
- No
