Blackmagic Design Speed Editor VS Editors Keyboard - Which One is Better For YOU?

Hey Dudes,
The Blackmagic Design Speed Editor and Editors keyboards for DaVinci Resolve 17 are now even cheaper to own. But even with this in mind, which one is right for you. In this video I hope to answer some of your questions.

Heres a quick look at the Speed Editor and Editor's keyboard specs:

The DaVinci Resolve keyboards have been designed in conjunction with the cut page to make editing dramatically faster. You get physical controls that you can feel in your hands, making the experience much better than software only editing. Unlike a mouse, the machined metal search dial with soft rubber coating allows very accurate search and positioning of the timeline. It feels just like holding the timeline in your hand! Trim keys allow the search dial to be used for live trimming, which is faster because the search dial is larger and more accurate.

DaVinci Resolve Editor Keyboard
The DaVinci Resolve Editor Keyboard is a full sized traditional QWERTY edit keyboard in a premium, all metal design. Featuring a machined metal search dial with clutch, it also includes extra edit, trim and timecode entry keys. It's even designed to install via a desk cut-out for flush mounting

Simply press one of the trim buttons and the search dial will transform into a large adjustment knob for real time, precise trimming.

Transport Control
Hardware control panels are perfect for fast playback control! Instantly start and stop playback using the "space bar" style button that's positioned so it can be pressed with your thumb. The shuttle, jog and scroll buttons change the function of the search dial, so you can edit fast and accurately.

Append To End
Append to end is fantastic for building
edits fast. Simply select an in and out point on the clip and then append to end will add the clip to the end of the timeline. Append to end is fantastic when adding shots to an edit from content that’s been shot in time order.

Fast In and Out Points
Entering in and out points is the most used function in editing, so the speed editor keyboard includes large in and out point buttons that you can easily locate by feel. That’s perfect for two handed editing where you're using your right hand for transport control and your left hand is placing in and out points and performing edits. You can simply scroll along with the search dial and place in and out points anywhere you want. Once the in and out points are set, just reach your fingers up to the edit function buttons to perform the edit. The in and out points can also be used to focus the source tape. Then you can change the source tape back to the whole bin by pressing the escape key.

Place On Top
Place on top is similar to traditional edit functions and this edit mode will place the clip on top of the background layer that’s already in the timeline. If the timeline doesn't have a layer above the background layer, it will add a new timeline track and then place the clip on top.

Fast In and Out Points
Entering in and out points is the most used function in editing, so the speed editor keyboard includes large in and out point buttons that you can easily locate by feel. That’s perfect for two handed editing where you're using your right hand for transport control and your left hand is placing in and out points and performing edits. You can simply scroll along with the search dial and place in and out points anywhere you want! Once the in and out points are set, just reach your fingers up to the edit function buttons to perform the edit. The in and out points can also be used to focus the source tape. Then you can change the source tape back to the whole bin by pressing the escape key.

Please be advised that this is not a HOW to use video.

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[EntrNmHre]

Hey dudes - Both the speed editor and the editors keyboards by Blackmagic Design are now super cheap for what they are. But when you remove the 200 USD price difference, which one should you buy? Well this video will answer that for you. But I am also interested if you already own a speed editor or a editors keyboard and what your favourite features are?

[HerbOMatic]

I spent a couple hundred hours with the speed editor then two weeks ago I bought the editors keyboard, it has already saved hours! The Keyboard is the way to go! Great Video!

[mecan]

Something that is super important to understand about the Editor’s Keyboard is that the paint on the keycaps themselves rubs off pretty quickly. I bought it when it first came out and within 6 months, the paint on the most common keys wore off to the point that almost no paint was left on them. Looking really close, you can see how the paint is applied. It’s not laser etched or something like that like most keyboards - it is actually a very finely applied paint.

I got the keyboard replaced and the same exact thing happened. I went back and forth with BM product management for over a year asking to buy the ‘replacement keycaps’ they say are available in the product description.

Eventually, the product manager admitted there have been complaints of the paint coming off of a few of the units (including the Speed Editors) but that they had no intention of changing the manufacturing process.

So, before you buy the keyboard, or the SE, please keep in mind the paint on the keycaps is going to rub off pretty quick and it costs money to get the caps replaced.

[artofadventureproductions]

Thanks for such a no-nonsense review of the two options. Much appreciated.

[mortalbloke]

dude you put so much effort into this!

[dirks]

Well-made video for comparison. Thank you. I still drool over wanting to have the keyboard. I was on the fence about purchasing the editor's keyboard. but I ended up purchasing the speed editor instead. Here are my main factors in my decision: CONS OF THE KEYBOARD: Too big for the keyboard rollout. Too loud. More expense. POSITIVE OF THE SPEED EDITOR: I get a Flywheel. Short cut keys to improve workflow (and I don't mind working in the cut page - I like it actually as a way to prep for the edit page). I purchase it on that free deal when you buy another studio license - which made it virtually free when I sold the unused license key. The flywheel and many keys still work in the Edit page. I get to keep using a quieter keyboard. I can easily move to another computer (laptop, a friends computer or another studio computer w/ Davinci Resolve - and have an easier time because I remained with a standard keyboard. I would still buy the editors keyboard if it was quieter though.

[resolving_boris]

I was using the Speed Editor when I didn't have a dedicated editing workspace and liked it (until it stopped working and I have to send it in for repair) since I could just put it in my backpack (no way to do that with the keyboard). Now that I have my studio, I was debating whether or not to get the keyboard. This convinced me to go for it. Thanks!

[scottstevensonfilms]

I upgraded from the speed editor to the full editors keyboard and I really like it the only thing I miss from the speed editor is the audio level button. It was so handy to adjust levels with the dial, I wish there was a way to do this on the more expensive model.

[LordRocco]

Just bought the editors keyboard and subscribed, wish you got credit for It my dude! Thanks again.

[heystenner]

My feeling is that the Speed Editor combined with a split ergonomic keyboard could be a suitable alternative in terms of portability and versatility.

[IridiumMoon]

Super review, thanks! Having cancelled my expensive Adobe Premiere annual subscription, I'm now learning Resolve. Your review convinced me to buy the Editor's Keyboard from the start, to avoid learning anything twice. A quick web seach shows Altered Images in Shepperton UK have them at GBP 445 + VAT including the Studio Software (Nov 2022). Brilliant value!

[mlbreel]

Thank you for your review. I recently bought the speed editor but think I’ll get a keyboard one also to have at my desk. I can see using the speed with my MacBook Pro being my portable setup. It’s more expense than I would have liked, buying both but I can see the benefit of having both going forward. Thanks for your assistance with my thinking through the options.

[milesoflead]

Thanks. I bought the Speed Editor a few weeks back. Thought i was missing out on the keyboard but Editors keys make a Resolve keyboard which I think will work well with the Speed Editor.

[NiTeHaWKnz]

Fun Fact - the devices are meant for different roles/situations.

The speed editor is for quick edits on location, where as the full keyboard is for the edit suite.

[watchtonystube]

Bought a speed editor a year ago for $125 new in box from a post color house in Los Angeles. Just opened it a month ago as I am migrating from Pr Pro to Resolve editing platform and was excited to see how it may improve my workflow. After a month, I don’t see it speeding up my workflow. I continue using keyboard shortcuts, the speed editor sits on my desk and looks pretty neat. The wheel is cool, but keyboard short cuts get me up and down the timeline just fine. I was hoping the number keys on the speed editor worked like a video switcher by selecting a layer and can be used to cut in real time, but that’s not what they do

In all honesty, the long thick USB-C cable gets the most use charging my cellphone.

Im holding on to the speed editor incase it may be a good tool in the field as DIT paired with a color panel, but in the office it’s a tech looking paperweight

[vincentjanse]

It would be nice if the editor keyboard was smaller but a big mechanical keyboard makes more sense considering longevity and ease of repair. Also manafacturing low volume mech keyboards must be cheaper and easier than a dome switch version.

[JAmediaUK]

Interesting review. I got the SE because it came "free" with Resolve Studio. I use an illuminated gamers keyboard with the SE and a tracker ball. The gamers keyboard has 6 macro keys which are useful.
Both the BMD keyboards seem to suffer with the BMD disease. That is BMD design them with a single use case in mind and no flexibility to adapt them to other use cases. (for example the 9 wasted cam keys in the middle of the SE) Hopefully BMD upgrade to permit reprograming the SE keys CAM via and app with a firmware upgrade. Though all too often BMD launch something with flaws and then rather than an upgrade to fix it is a whole new device. The ATEM mini debacle for example.

[HartPhotoAndVideo]

And a lighted keyboard on the big one which I have and love. Great review!

[christopherquinn]

Thank you I am just learning Resolve and decided to invest in a keyboard at first, I thought about one that just had an overlay built in or should I get the speed editor. After watching you video, I decided to speed the money and get the keyboard plus I get Resolve studio upgrade for free so there is an additional $300.00 in savings.

[pxlmvr]

I was wondering what the differences were! And I agree that the ergonomics of the keyboard are better then the SE; it is awkward to use with a regular keyboard. I also miss the older keyboards; newer ones just aren't the same especially if you are a 9 finger touch typer. I'll have to give the keyboard another look and maybe check to see if any updates are forthcoming. Thanks!!