Introducing the Saturn-60, a retro-inspired steel mechanical keyboard featuring a handle. Priced at $200, it's moving to production with a group buy running for 30 days. Customize with various plate, handle, and badge options. Join the community for updates and engage in the selection process.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive68%
Neutral24%
Negative8%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–68%•Neutral–24%•Negative–8%
Positive (5)
"Supportive comments about the design and concept."
"Many users express excitement about ordering or participating in the group buy."
"Appreciation for the unique features like the handle and retro look."
"Praise for the price point and expected quality."
"Interest in customizing color options and compatibility with existing keycaps."
Negative (4)
"Concerns about the production timeline and logistics."
"Some users question the choice of a low-profile design."
"Requests for additional options, such as sound dampeners."
"Discussions about availability and ordering processes."
Suggestions (4)
Consider including sound dampeners in the kit.
Add support for Boardwalk keycap sets.
Offer an option for an exterior cover for protection.
Explore the possibility of mixing colors for different parts of the keyboard.
Questions (4)
How will the Raspberry Pi ports be accessible?
What is the production lead time for the keyboard?
Are the switches swappable or do they require soldering?
Will there be a possibility for an EU vendor?
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread showed a high level of engagement with 90 comments. Positive sentiment was predominant, reflecting strong interest in the product. There were some negative comments mainly addressing logistical concerns, but overall the feedback was very supportive.
Project Specs
- Name
- Saturn-60
- Release year
- -
- Switch Options
- -
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- 60%
- Layout Standard
- ANSI/ISO, 5x14 Boardwalk
- Layout Ergonomics
- 7° typing angle
- Connection
- USB-C
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Gasket
- Case Colors
- Beige Texture, Black Texture, White Texture, Mint Green
- Case Material
- Steel, Aluminum
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- 343 x 203 x 70 mm
- Weight
- 2 kg
- Hot Swappable
- No
- Knob Support
- No
- Display Support
- No
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- No
- USB-C
- Yes
- USB passthrough
- No
- Hall Effect Support
- No
- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
- Yes
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- Yes
- Backlight
- No
