EDIT: This OP is out of date, check the newest update for better info. A lot of changes have been made and a redo of the entire OP would be required to fully encompass everything.
Astro Domes
- The goal of Astro Domes was to replicate the feel of BKE Redux, but with a closed top in order to have a better sounding build overall. I can confidently say we have achieved that goal with ease. So no more need to make WTB posts for ridiculous amounts of money only to be short a few domes for your build and waiting another year to find more.
- Now you might be wondering, what is with these names? Well bless your heart, Astro Domes are themed around cities in Texas (mostly). Shiner, Pepper, Weird, Lean, Fiesta, and Big D reference the cities Shiner, Waco, Austin, Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas (respectively). Better than a not-light dome being called light amirite? And another fun fact, the top of each dome is a T20 torx drive, so do with that what you will.Where to buy: https://sneakbox.com/When will they be available? - Expecting to launch in Q1 2026 but exact dates are still unknown.
- Domes will be in stock, and planned to keep restocking as long as interest is there.
Pack Quantities: Pricing TBA, but cheaper than competitors.
- Standard packs: 8x 1U strips, and 1x 2U strip (4 domes per strip, 36 domes total)
- Sample packs: 1xShiner, 1x Pepper, 1x Weird, 1x Lean, 1x Fiesta, 1x Big D strip (once ready)
Weights*: Colors TBA
- Shiner: 35g
- Pepper: 50g
- Weird: 70g
- Lean: 90g
- Fiesta: 120g
- Big D: 160g
*Weights measured without a spring and are averaged. Listed weight is at the peak of the tactile bump. Some variation is expected. Final numbers may change a bit depending on final samples.
Comparisons: (Note: BKE Redux comparisons for feel and weight, Deskeys BKE for weight only as they feel a slight bit different)
- Shiner: Deskeys BKE Tiffany (most likely, as mentioned before TBD)
- Pepper: BKE Redux Ultra Light, In-between Deskeys BKE Purple and Blue
- Weird: BKE Redux Light, Deskeys BKE Green
- Lean: BKE Redux Heavy
- Fiesta/Big D: BKE Redux Extreme, it is in between the two
- As far as feel goes, they are very binary/snappy like the original BKE Redux domes. Compared to Deskeys V1/BKE, Astro Domes are more tactile/snappier hence why I say compare only the weight not the feel as it will feel different.
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