Ducky has unveiled its new Origin series keyboards featuring a full 108 keys and designed for those more interested in their typing experience than gaming. Available in Phantom Black or Vintage (reminiscent of those older IBM-styled keyboards), both feature an ultra-thin bezel design which keeps things clean and elegant looking. Ducky moves the design into the modern era with PBT double-shot keycaps, hot-swappable functionality for easy switch replacement, and a dual-layer PCB. Its adjustable keyboard feet allow three different tilt angles. The detachable USB Type-C cable supports a polling rate of 1000 Hz for a fast response. One thing to note is that these do not feature LED.
Press Release (via official page):
Ducky, a renowned manufacturer committed to providing high-quality hardware solutions for mechanical keyboards, professional mice, and other human-machine interface devices, is excited to announce the upcoming launch of their new keyboard series, “Origin.” This innovative keyboard design aims to redefine your typing experience by incorporating classic design elements that capture the essence of the original typing experience, while also introducing new innovations. Carefully selected retro keycap colors evoke a sense of nostalgia, reminiscent of everyone’s first keyboard. Ducky “Origin” is a keyboard that blends classic and modern design, aiming to recreate the most authentic typing experience. Whether in work or play, it will be your reliable assistant.
Big Key Hot-swap with South-Facing Switch Design
The large keys support hot-swappable functionality, allowing easy replacement of preferred switches from ESC, Back Space, Enter, left Shift, right Shift, Space Bar, Numeric 0, +, and Enter. The south-facing switch design is compatible with most keycap products on the market, enabling the perfect customization of your keyboard.
Classic Bezel Design
The Ducky One “Origin” features a classic ultra-thin bezel design, which not only saves space but also maintains the overall simplicity and beauty of the keyboard design. The retro gray color scheme enhances the cleanliness and sophistication of the keyboard, elevating your work environment to a new level.
PBT Double-Shot Keycaps
The keycaps of the Ducky One “Origin” are made of high-quality PBT material, using two-tone molding technology to ensure a clear and durable font that won’t fade. Moreover, the keycap’s large key supports a hot-swappable feature that allows for easy replacement of different switches, providing a customizable typing experience.
Dual-Layer PCB Circuit Board
The “Origin” keyboard features a durable and stable double-layer PCB circuit board design, which enhances the lifespan of the keyboard and ensures signal stability. Combined with a high-quality metal plate, each keypress delivers a firm feel, instilling confidence during prolonged use.
Retro Elegance
The Ducky Origin series mechanical keyboard features Type-C cable separation, an N-key anti-ghosting design, PBT double-shot keycaps, its exterior offers a vintage grayscale and phantom black design with ultra-thin bezels. The keyboard has a standard 108-key full size and is available with various switch options.
Discussion (10 replies)
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And you were right... I DID want to see this, Peter.
Aaand that made me think of wonderfalls.. specifically this episode... that turns into one long running dick joke.
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This essentially looks like an OG Ducky One but in traditional beige/grey with no backlighting.
If they are making this, maybe chances are good for me to be able to replace my black OG Ducky one with backlighting...
Looks like they have a black version without backlighting that looks almost exactly like a non-LED version of my OG Ducky ONE.
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What the heck is "an authentic typing experience"? Is that where YOU type instead of watching other people type?
I have a Ducky One-Two with MX Browns (so second version of the Ducky One) and I can state two things about it:
The switches are scratchy, and the keyboard is just plain loud.
I see nothing in this listing that would lead me to believe that these 'Origin' boards have made any improvements.
(improvements like: lubed switches and material in the keyboard body to limit key pinging and echo and so on)
I didn't know that there were key cards that came pre-owned these days.
People used to do this themselves. A drop of silicone oil on each switch followed by exercising them a few times. I never felt the need to do this though. Mine felt fine out of the box.
I've never had a pinging issue on any of mine.
I have a Ducky 1-2 Skyline with Cherry MXs. It is a little loud, but not overly so that I look to dampen it. One of the best keyboards I have owned, typing on it feels pretty nice.
It's dark grey with light grey keycaps - not garrishly colored, no LED backlighting. Just a nice keyboard.
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Yeah, I e always been pretty impressed with the build quality, fit and finish of Ducky products.
One of our favorite shows from back in the day.
Yep. That is my only complaint with these. Otherwise, I'd be working on ordering a Phantom Black.
I admit that was something I was wondering about.
Not Ducky, but I have a very similar one from Leopold (via mechanicalkeyboards.com) and I love it!