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Split60

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The Split 60 is a customizable split 60% mechanical keyboard with HHKB or WK layouts, featuring a top mount design, swappable plates, and optional tenting support.

This Group Buy Has Ended

Split60 by 0ldMate · Posted 04 Jul 2025

Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 52%
Neutral – 23%
Negative – 26%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (17)

  • "Excited about the design and functionality of the board."

  • "Support for split boards is appreciated."

  • "Clear IC with a progressive design."

  • "The concept of using recycled aluminum is great."

  • "Looks fantastic and glad to see another split HHKB."

  • "Interested in seeing this project come to life."

  • "Great options presented for the layout."

  • "Looks well-built and appealing."

  • "Positive anticipation for the outcome of the project."

  • "Willing to purchase once available."

  • "Praise for the overall design quality."

  • "Community support and excitement about the project."

  • "Playing to the current market needs."

  • "Creative designs mentioned, like the artist collaboration."

  • "Recognition of design efforts and prototype details."

  • "Encouragement to proceed with the group buy."

  • "Stunning appearance of the design."

Negative (8)

  • "Concerns about the clarity of the prototype's cable."

  • "Criticism of the lack of certain layout support."

  • "Not enough split keyboards available in the market."

  • "Some negative sentiment about previous projects like Kendo."

  • "Wishing for more availability, especially in the EU."

  • "Desire for additional options like WKL."

  • "Questions regarding the PCB compatibility with layout options."

  • "Interest tempered by the previous project's failure."

Suggestions (4)

  • Consider including WKL options for the design.

  • Explore wireless capabilities for the board.

  • Implement support for stepped caps.

  • Evaluate layout options for better usability.

Questions (4)

  • Is a non-standard spacebar layout possible?

  • What will the tenting support look like?

  • Are there plans for ISO layout options?

  • What are the holes in the bottom case for?

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread has a total of 31 unique comments, with a higher count of positive feedback indicating strong community support. Feedback was deduplicated effectively, maintaining a diverse range of opinions. The overall enthusiasm and engagement suggest a high interest level.

Project Specs

Name
Split60
Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
60%
Layout Standard
HHKB/WK
Layout Ergonomics
7 degree typing angle
Connection
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Polling Rate
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Battery capacity
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Mount Style
Top mount
Case Colors
Black, Silver, Ecoating options
Case Material
Aluminium, Brass
Keycaps Material
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Dimensions
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Weight
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Hot Swappable
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Knob Support
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Display Support
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Mac/Win Support
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Multi-Media Keys
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USB-C
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USB passthrough
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Hall Effect Support
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QMK Support
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VIA Support
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N-Key Rollover
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Rapid Trigger
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Screw-in Stabilizers
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Sound Dampening
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Backlight
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