Tangent Element Panels Kit
Best professional control surface for precision color grading workflows.
Elevate your video editing and color correction workflow with the Tangent Element Panels Kit. This modular system combines four specialized panels magnetically into a single, cohesive control surface. Featuring trackerballs for precise color grading, assignable knobs, and tactile buttons, it offers intuitive, hands-on control that surpasses traditional keyboard and mouse methods. Designed for professional applications like DaVinci Resolve, it provides a tactile and efficient experience for demanding post-production tasks.
$2500.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
6
/ 235
#6 in Video Editing Hardware & Production Equipment
Price vs Category Average
+54%
Above average
Who it's for
- Workflow-focused pros using industry-standard grading software
- Professional colorists needing high-precision grading control
- Editors seeking a custom, ergonomic workspace layout
Who should skip it
- Hobbyists or small studios on a limited budget
- Editors working in compact or mobile environments
- Users wanting a plug-and-play solution without configuration
Performance breakdown
Color Grading Precision
Trackerballs offer fluid, granular control essential for professional color correction workflows.
Workflow Efficiency
Dedicated hardware shortcuts significantly reduce time spent navigating complex software menus.
Ergonomic Design
Tactile layout minimizes hand fatigue during long, intensive post-production sessions.
Modular Customization
Magnetic panel integration allows for a tailored setup suited to individual needs.
Software Compatibility
Seamless integration with industry-standard suites like DaVinci Resolve and Mistika.
Build Quality
Robust construction provides the stability required for high-stakes professional editing environments.
Key Specs
Tk Panel includes three trackerballs for three-way color correction
Mf Panel includes one trackerball and 21 tactile response buttons
Kb Panel includes 12 user-assignable knobs
Bt Panel includes 14 additional tactile response buttons
Magnetic mechanism allows seamless combination into a single control surface
Supported software
DaVinci Resolve, SCRATCH, On-Set Dailies, Mistika, and YoYo
Form Factor
Desktop
Device Type
Control Surface
Features
- Intuitive control for color correction
- Tactile feedback for precise adjustments
- Modular design for custom workflows
- Seamless magnetic panel integration
- Dedicated hardware for efficiency
- Enhances editing precision
- Supports professional software
- Ergonomic control surface
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly celebrate the exceptional build quality and the transformative impact on their professional workflow. The tactile feedback and precise control offered by the panels are frequently cited as game changers, justifying the premium investment. Users appreciate how seamlessly the panels integrate into complex color grading environments, making difficult tasks intuitive and fast. This robust design ensures long term reliability in demanding production settings, establishing the kit as the industry standard for serious colorists.
Know before you buy
The panels feature a built-in magnetic mechanism that allows them to snap together securely. This creates a single, cohesive control surface that stays aligned on your desk during intense editing sessions.
Yes, the Kb panel features 12 user-assignable knobs, and the other panels include tactile buttons that can be mapped to your specific workflow needs within supported software.
The kit is designed to work with industry-standard post-production software, including DaVinci Resolve, SCRATCH, On-Set Dailies, Mistika, and YoYo.
No, the panels are designed to be powered through the USB connection to your computer. When connected together, they function as a unified system.
Using physical trackerballs and knobs provides tactile, analog-style control that is significantly more precise and faster than clicking and dragging with a mouse. It allows for simultaneous adjustments, which helps you maintain a more fluid creative rhythm.
The modular design allows you to arrange the panels in the configuration that best suits your desk space and personal ergonomics. You can snap them together in various layouts to keep your most-used controls within easy reach.
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