The Oceanographer keyboard, inspired by the Pearl and Minivan, boasts a 45% premium layout with unique features such as a large brass weight with custom artwork, and a diode-less PCB. The GB date is set for September 1st, and it includes extras like a rotary encoder and OLED screen, for US and EU/ASIA buyers.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive70%
Neutral17%
Negative13%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–70%•Neutral–17%•Negative–13%
Positive (4)
"Many users express excitement about the design and features of the keyboard."
"Comments highlight the beauty of the prototype and the unique artwork on the brass weight."
"Users appreciate the inclusion of arrow keys in the design."
"Several commenters are eager to participate in the group buy."
Negative (3)
"Some users express concerns about the limited availability of the keyboard."
"Concerns are raised about the pricing for such a small form factor."
"A few commenters are unsure about the compatibility with ISO layouts."
Suggestions (3)
Suggestions for additional color options like red and navy blue.
Requests for more renders and photos of other color options.
Recommendations for design modifications to include symmetrical blockers.
Questions (3)
Users inquire about the compatibility with specific keycap sets and layouts.
Clarifications are sought regarding the PCB's compatibility with QMK/Via.
Questions about the production timeline and potential updates for the group buy.
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has a total of 70 comments with a high level of engagement indicated by the sentiment distribution. While positive feedback dominates, there are also valid concerns raised by users. Suggestions and questions show an active interest in the project.
Project Specs
- Name
- Oceanographer
- Release year
- -
- Switch Options
- -
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- 45%
- Layout Standard
- -
- Layout Ergonomics
- 3 Degree Typing Angle
- Connection
- USB-C
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Top Mount
- Case Colors
- Jet Black, Ocean Blue, Rose Gold, Forest Green, Ursula Purple
- Case Material
- Aluminum
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- 5 lbs
- Hot Swappable
- No
- Knob Support
- Yes
- Display Support
- Yes
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB passthrough
- -
- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- -
- VIA Support
- -
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- No
