The RedBeard4X (RB4X) is an ergonomic keyboard sold as a DIY kit featuring a unique FR4 sandwich case design. It utilizes a Black Pill development board and supports various switches. A prototype uses an upgraded 64x128 OLED, aiming for a cost-effective and comfortable board for both stenography and QWERTY typing.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive63%
Neutral25%
Negative13%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–63%•Neutral–25%•Negative–13%
Positive (5)
"The design is exciting for stenography use."
"Great way to try a staggered column split."
"The value at $45 is impressive compared to similar products."
"Excited for the ease of use and portability."
"Looking forward to the project's development."
Negative (1)
"Concerns about the aesthetics being bland and messy."
Suggestions (2)
Consider redesigning for minimalism or adding more character.
Could improve aesthetics by placing the OLED under a glass panel.
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has a good level of engagement with 8 unique comments, mostly positive feedback indicating high interest in the design and functionality. The one negative comment highlights aesthetic concerns but does not overshadow overall enthusiasm.
Project Specs
- Name
- RedBeard4X
- Release year
- -
- Switch Options
- MX, Choc
- Profile
- Low Profile
- Layout Size
- -
- Layout Standard
- -
- Layout Ergonomics
- Columnal Stagger
- Connection
- USB-C
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Sandwich
- Case Colors
- -
- Case Material
- FR4, Acrylic
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- -
- Hot Swappable
- -
- Knob Support
- -
- Display Support
- Yes
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB-C
- Yes
- USB passthrough
- -
- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- -
- VIA Support
- -
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- Yes
