Elgato has inserted Stream Deck Studio, a new version of its creative control technology that's aimed firmly at professional broadcasters. This 19-inch rack-mount console has 32 LCD keys and two rotary dials. The $900 price tag proves this is no entry-level purchase.
The company collaborated with streaming software specialist Bitfocus on the development of the Stream Deck Studio. The device can run the Companion software that works on other Stream Deck models, but it’s also compatible with the company’s new Buttons software. The Buttons app allows for additional customization of the interface designed specifically for the Stream Deck Studio.
Elgato has been expanding its Stream Deck line, which started with the goal of reaching a broader range of users. For example, it introduced a x-adobe-empowering-creative-pros” rel=”nofollow noopener” target=”_blank” data-ylk=”slk:Adobe Photoshop integration;elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1;itc:0;sec:content-canvas”> Aimed at visual artists, this push to reach more professional-level customers could put Elgato in more frequent competition with rival brands like Logitech last year, along with established streaming brands like Blackmagic.