# $1200 Keyboards Datamancer 'Aviator' for Spendthrift Steampunk Fans By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2008-12-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/datamancer-aviator-keyboard-steampunk References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/datamancer-aviator-keyboard-available-on-first-come-first-serve-basis/) & [datamancer.net](http://www.datamancer.net/keyboards/aviator/aviator.htm) We've featured Datamancer's stunning [steampunked keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gk104-pro) before, and this $1200 'Aviator' is no exception. It's offered as a one-off sale following a last-minute order cancellation and is ready to ship. According to Datamancer, the 'Aviator' keyboard has a [brushed aluminum frame](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-keyboard), black felt faceplate and jewel LEDs. Each keyboard is made to order and personalized with your choice of [colored LEDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glorious-gaming) in blue, red, violet, green, or amber. The first two images are of the completed Datamancer 'Aviator' keyboard that is for sale at $1200. The remainder are images of other 'Aviator' keyboards made for previous Datamancer customers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Steampunk-inspired Tech Accessories:** Capitalizing on the steampunk subculture's popularity to create high-end keyboards and other tech accessories with a unique aesthetic. - **Customized Luxury Peripherals:** Catering to a niche market of consumers willing to pay top dollar for personalized and bespoke tech accessories. - **Retro-futuristic Design:** Using antique and vintage materials for keyboard casings and incorporating modern functionalities for a unique juxtaposition. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming Peripherals:** Opportunity to create customized, high-end and visually appealing gaming keyboards and other accessories. - **Luxury Technology:** Catering to high-end consumers interested in combining aesthetics and functionality in tech products. - **Steampunk Subculture Merchandise:** Opportunity to tap into the growing market of steampunk enthusiasts with high-end, customized tech accessories and other retro-futuristic products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Premium Gaming Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rog-azoth-extreme.md) - [Prestigious Crowdfunded Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rc-prestige.md) - [Screen-Based Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finalmouse.md) - [Wireless-Charging Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyberboard.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Inspired Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-expression-series-mechtropolis-keyboard.md) - [Incredibly Elegant Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-keyboard.md) - [Retro Futurist Keyboard Replicas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mdr-dasher-keyboard.md) - [Victorian-Inspired USB Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-diviner-keyboard.md) - [Interactive Display-Equipped Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finalmouse-centerpiece.md)