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Paragon
r00dy · 05 Jan 2022
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Paragon
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The Paragon is a 75% keyboard designed by Artemis, featuring a unique gasket mounting system and a rotary encoder. It combines aesthetics inspired by previous designs with practical functionality. A group buy is planned, with options for customization like various finishes and PCBs.
266 replies
250,514 views
26 Jul 2020
Community Sentiment
77 votes
Positive64%
Neutral19%
Negative17%
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Sentiment Analysis
77
Total Votes
15
Feedback Items
64%
19%
17%
Positive (64%)
Neutral (19%)
Negative (17%)
Positive Feedback
- Many users express excitement and love for the board's design.
- Commenters appreciate the unique features proposed for the keyboard.
- Participants are eagerly willing to join the group buy and have filled out the IC form.
- Several users compliment the aesthetics and express emotional attachment to the design.
Negative Feedback
- Concerns about the pricing structure and potential cash grab due to lack of physical prototypes.
- Users criticize the similarity to existing designs like Rama Koyu, perceiving it as unoriginal.
- Some commenters express doubts about the viability of an unlimited group buy without a solid vendor plan.
Suggestions
- Add ESD protection to the PCB.
- Consider adding a vertically offset cluster or other layout options.
- Shorten the rotary encoder knob for better aesthetics.
- Offer different color variations to enhance appeal.
Common Questions
- What is the height of the board's front?
- Will there be compatibility with VIA?
- Is it possible to have an ISO variant of the PCB?
- When is the expected group buy start date?
🤖 AI Summary
The thread has a substantial number of unique replies, with many positive comments indicating strong community interest. Duplicate comments were filtered out, and the general engagement pattern demonstrates enthusiasm, despite some criticisms regarding originality and pricing.
Interest Check Info
Project Specs
31
Specs Listed
Name
Paragon 75%Release year
2022Switch Options
Profile
Layout Size
75%Layout Standard
Layout Ergonomics
7-degree angleConnection
USB-CPolling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
Gasket MountCase Colors
black, deep navy, gunmetal, purple, e-whiteCase Material
Keycaps Material
Dimensions
Weight
6 lbsHot Swappable
trueKnob Support
trueDisplay Support
falseMac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys
USB-C
trueUSB passthrough
Hall Effect Support
QMK Support
trueVIA Support
N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger
Screw-in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening
Backlight
false