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Santoku
The Santoku is a 40% column staggered keyboard focused on integrating Trackpoint devices, supporting split or compact modes. Designed for flexibility and daily use, it's offered as an almost complete kit. Feedback and interest are encouraged to shape its future production and design improvements.
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16,714 views
10 Jan 2022
Community Sentiment
19 votes
Positive53%
Neutral37%
Negative11%
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Sentiment Analysis
19
Total Votes
11
Feedback Items
53%
37%
11%
Positive (53%)
Neutral (37%)
Negative (11%)
Positive Feedback
- Users find the design striking and appreciate the thought put into it.
- There's strong excitement about the keyboard's features, especially the trackpoint.
- One user expresses eagerness to build the keyboard and praises its design.
- Several users express deep interest and support for the project.
- Comments highlight the niche market need for more trackpoint options.
Negative Feedback
- One user questions the necessity of the scroll wheel given the trackpoint functionality.
- Another user expresses financial concern about participating due to prior commitments.
Suggestions
- A user suggests providing a build guide with written documentation and pictures.
- Feedback requests details regarding the types of switches supported and quantities needed.
Common Questions
- Users inquire about the timeline for release and testing in gaming contexts.
- One question seeks clarification on the possibility of a left-handed build configuration.
๐ค AI Summary
The thread shows active participation with good engagement, reflected in a substantial number of unique replies and diverse opinions. Positive feedback significantly outweighs negative comments, indicating strong community backing for the project.
Interest Check Info
Project Specs
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Specs Listed
Name
SantokuLayout Size
40%Layout Standard
Column staggeredConnection
Mount Style
SplitKeycaps Material
MBKSwitch Options
Kailh ChocKnob Support
trueDisplay Support
trueUSB-C
Weight
LightweightSummary
The Santoku is a portable, lightweight column staggered keyboard designed primarily for Trackpoint devices, featuring a compact split design, dedicated mouse buttons, OLED display, and a customizable mouse scroll wheel.



