For digital creatives, video editors, and photographers, the quest to minimise repetitive mouse clicks and complex keyboard shortcuts is ongoing. XPPen, primarily recognised for its drawing tablets and pen displays, is expanding its creative ecosystem with the launch of the Pilot Pro Editing Console.
XPPen Pilot Pro Editing Console
– A$229.67 (was $289.99, 21% off)
Use code “PILOT22” at checkout.
Weighing 251 grams and sporting an ergonomic layout, the Pilot Pro is designed specifically for tactile, eyes-free control. This standalone, one-handed control interface aims to streamline workflows across mainstream post-production software. Using a combination of a physical multi-axis joystick alongside three dedicated rotary controls (a small knob, a large knob, and a main dial). The console is configured to handle directional tasks like variable-speed timeline playback or navigating colour wheels natively, while the built-in haptic feedback engine provides physical resistance pulses to ensure precise adjustments.
Through the companion software, establish up to seven distinct “themes” or layout configurations which switch dynamically based on the active application (currently supported software includes Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, Lightroom Classic, and Photoshop).
On the connectivity front, the device offers flexible setup options via a low-latency 2.4GHz wireless USB dongle, dual-channel Bluetooth 5.4, or a standard wired USB-C connection. It is compatible with Windows 10 (or later) and macOS 11 (or later) environments. Powering the wireless mode is a 1,900mAh internal battery, which the manufacturer rates for up to 15 days of use based on a four-hour daily workload.
Technical Specs
Weight/Size: 251g, 130.25mm(L)92.5mm(W)66.9mm(H)
Battery/Charging: 1,900 mAh/3.85V Battery, Power Input: 5V-2A
Inputs: 19 Buttons, 3 Knobs/Dials, 1 Multi-axis Joystick
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4, 2.4GHz Wireless, USB-C Wired
Compatibility: Windows 10 (or later), macOS 11 (or later)
Software Support: Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, FCP, Photoshop, Lightroom
Australian Pricing and Availability
The XPPen Pilot Pro Editing Console retails at A$289.99. However, the launch aligns intentionally with End of Financial Year (EOFY), a traditional period for freelancers and creative studios to upgrade hardware still in the current financial year. So, to sweeten the deal for early adopters: the Pilot Pro Editing Console is currently on sale for A$229.67 (use code: “PILOT22”), available directly via the XPPen Australian Official Store.