The Y.6 60% keyboard group buy starts on October 29th with options in E-White/Teal and E-Black/Purple. It features a tadpole mount, polycarbonate plate, and seamless design. The sale runs until November 26th, with a price of $380, excluding additional fees. ISO layout is currently unsupported.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive33%
Neutral39%
Negative28%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–33%•Neutral–39%•Negative–28%
Positive (6)
"Comments expressing excitement and support for the design."
"Positive remarks about the unique typing experience of the board."
"General admiration for the aesthetics of the keyboard."
"Expression of interest in purchasing the keyboard."
"Recognition of the use of a tadpole mount."
"Appreciation for the visual presentation of the prototypes."
Negative (5)
"Concerns about the lack of clarity regarding the tadpole mount function."
"Criticism about pricing compared to other boards."
"Uncertainty about the build quality based on available images."
"Request for better rendering to explain features."
"Skepticism about the design's practicality."
Suggestions (4)
Include better renders to demonstrate the side profile.
Consider adding ISO support for the PCB.
Provide more detailed visuals of the assembly process.
Address concerns raised about the mounting system.
Questions (5)
What are the details on the mounting mechanism and its reliability?
How does the tadpole mount compare with other mounting systems?
Is there a render available to showcase the front of the keyboard?
Can more pictures of prototypes be shared?
What's the reasoning behind the chosen pricing and feature set?
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread generated significant interest with 18 total comments. Positive feedback reflects enthusiasm and aesthetic appreciation, while negative sentiments center on practicality and pricing concerns. Overall, there is a balanced engagement from the community, indicating a high level of interest.
Project Specs
- Name
- Y.6 60% Keyboard (IC)
- Release year
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- Switch Options
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- Profile
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- Layout Size
- 60%
- Layout Standard
- HHKB/Regular
- Layout Ergonomics
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- Connection
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- Polling Rate
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- Battery capacity
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- Mount Style
- Tadpole
- Case Colors
- E-White/Teal, E-Black/Purple
- Case Material
- AL6063, Brass, Polycarbonate
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
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- Weight
- Brass
- 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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