Synth Labs 060 is an upcoming customizable keyboard featuring a unique design inspired by audio equipment, sports cars, and more. It offers various case, plate, and PCB options, priced at €429 in the EU and €399 outside. The design process incorporates feedback from renowned keyboard designers.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive53%
Neutral17%
Negative30%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–53%•Neutral–17%•Negative–30%
Positive (6)
"Excited about the unique and aggressive design."
"Looking forward to the group buy and hopeful for HHKB layout."
"Adored the overall design, emphasizing the aesthetics."
"Many users express their intent to purchase once available."
"Positive feedback on the prototype design and materials."
"Impressive to see support for ISO layouts."
Negative (5)
"Concerns about the decorative handlebar and its function."
"Criticism over potential high production costs due to unique design elements."
"Worries about usability when compared to traditional layouts."
"Doubts about the project being affordable due to various design features."
"Feedback expressing that certain design choices complicate manufacturing."
Suggestions (3)
Consider integrating arrow keys for more usability.
Explore options for half plates or varying materials.
Feedback suggesting the bar might be positioned better for function.
Questions (3)
Queries about USB port placement and compatibility.
Requests for more information on pricing and group buy details.
Inquiries about the possibility of additional layouts.
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread features a high volume of comments with diverse opinions, showcasing strong interest and engagement. Positive sentiment is predominant, reflecting excitement about the design. Negative feedback mainly revolves around concerns about practicality and cost, while several suggestions point to potential improvements. Overall, the community is highly engaged and enthusiastic about the upcoming group buy.
Project Specs
- Name
- Synth Labs 060 (IC)
- Release year
- 2023
- Switch Options
- MX-style switches
- Layout Size
- 60%
- Layout Standard
- ANSI
- Layout Ergonomics
- 7° typing angle
- Connection
- USB-C
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Gasket Mounted
- Case Colors
- E-White, Silver, Anodized Black
- Case Material
- 6063 Aluminum
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- 1.9kg
- Hot Swappable
- Yes
- Knob Support
- Yes
- Display Support
- Yes
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB passthrough
- -
- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
- Yes
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- Yes
