UMBRA by IV Works is a premium 60% keyboard with innovative design features, customizable mounting options, and a sleek, shadow-inspired aesthetic priced at $399.
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Positive (5)
"The design looks great and differentiates itself from similar boards."
"Updates and communication from the creator have been consistent and appreciated."
"Many users are excited about the quality and progress of the prototype."
"The PCB prototype is well-received, with little to no edits needed."
"The weight and anodizing process has been well thought out and executed."
Negative (4)
"Concerns about the design being a copy of the Waffling60 PCB without proper credit."
"Some users are not fans of the front lip design."
"Criticism regarding the presentation style, which some consider a red flag."
"Disappointment that there is no ISO layout option available."
Suggestions (4)
Consider providing actual images of the board and not just renders in a photobook.
Add HHKB layout options to accommodate user preferences.
Offer compatibility for ISO layouts or provide separate plates to suit both ANSI and ISO types.
Explore additional options for sound design to cater to different preferences.
Questions (4)
Can we see actual images of the board instead of the presented book format?
What are the plans for the solder and plateless options?
Will the sound tests be available soon?
How will the weight of the board compare to existing models?
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The thread has 70 comments, indicating active engagement. Feedback is predominantly positive, with a notable number of suggestions and questions aimed at improving the project's offerings and transparency.
Project Specs
- Name
- UMBRA 60% by IV Works
- Release year
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- Switch Options
- -
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- 60%
- Layout Standard
- WK / WKL / HHKB
- Layout Ergonomics
- 8°
- Connection
- Type-C Fly DB
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Tadpole / Gummy / Top
- Case Colors
- -
- Case Material
- Aluminum A6063 / Polycarbonate
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- 1429 g / 3.15 lbs
- Hot Swappable
- Yes
- Knob Support
- -
- Display Support
- -
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB-C
- Yes
- USB passthrough
- -
- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
- Yes
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- LED array underglow
