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SG81M

The SG81M group buy is live from February 12 to March 5, 2021, offering anodized and E-white finishes. The kit includes an aluminum case, FR4 plate, and soldered PCB with QMK support, priced from $319 to $349 plus fees. Estimated delivery is 3-4 months after the end of the group buy.

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08 Dec 2020

Community Sentiment

22 votes

MEDIUM INTEREST
Positive36%
Neutral27%
Negative36%

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Sentiment Analysis

22
Total Votes
12
Feedback Items
36%
27%
36%
Positive (36%)
Neutral (27%)
Negative (36%)

Positive Feedback

  • Community members express excitement about the board design and features.
  • Comments highlight the attractive aesthetics and favorable layout of the board.
  • Users are eager to join the group buy if modifications are made.
  • Some users affirm they are committed to purchasing the board.

Negative Feedback

  • Concerns raised about north-facing switches affecting compatibility with common keycap profiles.
  • Some users are critical of the timing of the group buy so soon after prototype availability.
  • Feedback indicates dissatisfaction with the design choices, such as the plate design and height of the board.

Suggestions

  • Introduce south-facing switches to accommodate popular keycap profiles.
  • Consider making a winkeyless option available for the board.

Common Questions

  • Is there an explanation for the north-facing switches?
  • Will ISO support be available?
  • What is the estimated shipping timeframe and sources?
🤖 AI Summary

The thread includes a mix of enthusiasm and concerns, with a relatively balanced number of positive and negative comments. Interest is indicated, but uncertainty and criticism about specific design choices may affect overall engagement.

Project Specs

31
Specs Listed
Name
SG81M (IC)
Release year
2021
Switch Options
Profile
Layout Size
Layout Standard
ISO
Layout Ergonomics
Connection
Wired
Polling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
Top Mount
Case Colors
White, Grey, Black, Green, Blue, Silver
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
Dimensions
Weight
Hot Swappable
Knob Support
Display Support
Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys
USB-C
USB passthrough
Hall Effect Support
QMK Support
true
VIA Support
true
N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger
Screw-in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening
true
Backlight