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davidroberts63 t1_jcbco4l wrote

Reply to comment by SilentStream in Keychron Q11 by Zaphoed

What kind of details do you want? After this week I may do a review. But I'm just starting on the mech keyboard interest. Meaning my own review would be about open box experience, putting in different switches and caps (silent alpacas and wob cherry pbt). Comparing sounds to the K6 I bought about a month ago.

I'd probably take it apart to see what's inside and make general observations that are not as informed (or biased) as others.

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SilentStream t1_jcbmzzm wrote

The biggest potential issue I'm concerned about is the sound with the integrated plate and whether it's actually a better ergonomic experience than a standard 75% layout!

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davidroberts63 t1_jcbq8r6 wrote

I can speak to the layout somewhat vs a standard 75. I've been using a Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic for about eight years. That's about as close to a split as I've ever had. Went to the K6 and noticed within about a day the inside of my wrists had sharp pains that go away quickly when I go back to the sculpt ergo. I anticipate a similar pain free experience with the Q11. That will be an important part that I'll mention in the review.

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Da_Chowda t1_jd3r802 wrote

Just thought I'd add my thoughts to this because I've got a lot of questions:

  1. Most (if not all) of the Q series boards are gasket-mounted. Is that not the case here?
  2. How much room is there inside the keyboard for modding?
  3. The underside of the keycaps are exposed here (not sure what that's called). Is that an advantage? A disadvantage?
  4. What do you use both knobs for?
  5. Is the cord connecting the two halves long enough? Is it annoying to deal with?
  6. Is there anything special you need to do with VIA to mess with the mappings, or it it as straightforward as their other boards?
  7. How heavy is this board compared to the Q1 for example?
  8. What's the general feel of this keyboard as a split keyboard?
  9. Do you ever use only one half of the keyboard?
  10. What does your setup look like with the Q11?
  11. What are your thoughts on this being a staggered and not ortholinear layout?

Hopefully these questions aren't too late. If you do make a review would you please give a link? Thanks in advance!

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davidroberts63 t1_jdgdbp0 wrote

I've been typing on it all day today, and I'll continue to do so tomorrow. I've written up most of my review, but I also have a college assignment due over the weekend. I'll be working on the video review alongside that effort. I hope to have something posted by this coming Monday.

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