Video Equipment Review: Bella DV Keyboard with Jog/Shuttle Controller (page 2)
Transformational Editing
The DV Keyboard is a very reasonably priced addition to any editing suite, and it will undoubtedly last longer than your current computer. You might also consider their color-coded Professional Series keyboards, especially if you are in a teaching environment. These 'boards are functionally equivalent, but generic white keys are a dime-a-dozen (or less) and the special colored keys add $60 to the price.
If you spend hours each week at your edit bay, Bella Corporation's new DV Keyboard will transform your editing in very tangible and pragmatic ways.
TECH SPECS
Model: DV Keyboard
Platform: PC and Mac
Operating System: Windows 98SE/2000/XP; Mac OS 9.2, 10.1.5, 10.2
Connection: USB 1.1
Extras: two USB 1.1 ports, Pinnacle Studio and Sonic Foundry VideoFactory sticker sets
STRENGTHS
- Space-efficient jog/shuttle
- Flexible programmability
WEAKNESSES
- Jog indentation slightly shallow
- Software uninstaller not in Control Panel
SUMMARY
The DV Keyboard will raise your awareness of keyboard shortcuts and increase your productivity.
$110
Bella Corporation
215 N. Victory Blvd.
Burbank, CA 91502
(818) 563-9500
www.bella-usa.com
