Relic SSK (IC) is a vintage-inspired keyboard project aimed at creating an MX compatible SSK. It features a curved plate, QMK hot-swap PCB, and CNC aluminum construction. With multiple color options and 84 or 87-key layouts, this model is estimated to cost around $400.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive61%
Neutral29%
Negative10%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–61%•Neutral–29%•Negative–10%
Positive (3)
"Many users express excitement for the project and are looking forward to prototypes."
"Several comments highlight the aesthetic appeal and innovative features of the keyboard."
"Users have expressed their willingness to buy the keyboard or have already indicated they want to be part of the group buy."
Negative (3)
"Concerns about the project appearing to be stalled and delays in updates."
"Some users have issues with certain design choices, like the logo and the ridge at the bottom of the board."
"Apprehensions regarding the functionality and long-term durability of a curved PCB."
Suggestions (3)
Recommendation to offer a non-hot-swap version.
Ideas for including additional color options like beige.
Requests for compatibility with original SSK internals and suggestions for aluminum versus plastic cases.
Questions (3)
Requests for updates on the project's status and timeline.
Inquiries about the type of connector and stabilizer compatibility.
Clarifications on the design specifics regarding curved PCB and hot-swap functionality.
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread shows a high level of engagement with 126 comments and a predominance of positive sentiment. While some users express doubts about the progress, the overall community interest remains strong and enthusiastic.
Project Specs
- Name
- Relic SSK
- Switch Options
- MX compatible
- Layout Size
- 84-key / 87-key
- Layout Standard
- ANSI
- Connection
- Wired
- Mount Style
- Plate
- Case Colors
- Industrial Gray, Black, E-White
- Case Material
- CNC Aluminum
- Profile
- SA or SA-like (XDA, DSA)
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- -
- Hot Swappable
- Yes
- Knob Support
- No
- Display Support
- No
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- No
- USB-C
- -
- USB passthrough
- No
- Hall Effect Support
- No
- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
- No
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- No
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- No
- Sound Dampening
- No
- Backlight
- No
- Release year
- -
- Slope
- 7°
