BirdDog Control Surface with MAKI Studio App

The BirdDog Control Surface with MAKI Studio App provides a powerful and portable solution for multicamera control and live production. It can manage up to six inputs seamlessly, ideal for multicamera setups in live production environments. It offers a tactile interface tailored for professional workflows with features like an integrated T-Bar and a rolling scroll wheel for precise adjustments. The portable MAKI Live Multicamera Solution i compact and lightweight for on-the-go production, making it perfect for mobile studios. You can connect an iPad to enhance visual monitoring for multiview setups and camera oversight. The BirdDog Control Surface with MAKI Studio App leverages AI for creative enhancements, streamlining workflows and improving production quality. Ideal for content creators and educators, providing an intuitive and advanced tool for live streaming, teaching, and professional broadcasting. Built-in indicator ensures clear visibility of live status, crucial for professional environments. Powered via a USB-C port, it simplifies connectivity and power requirements. This versatile control surface is a game-changer for multicamera live production, offering precise control, portability, and innovative AI features. Perfect for classroom teaching, professional broadcasts, or creative content creation, it elevates your production quality with cutting-edge technology.

Product Features in Detail

MAKI Studio Control Surface. Command Your Live Productions. 
The MAKI Studio Control Surface is designed to provide tactile, professional-grade control over your live productions. Its intuitive layout and responsive controls allow for seamless multi-camera switching, precise transitions, and efficient media management.
The MAKI Studio App can be downloaded to your iPad to enhance your workflow, offering a visual interface for configuration and monitoring.
Please note, Control Surface required for app to function.​
Usage Note: The MAKI Studio App is intended to complement the Control Surface, providing additional functionality and a tactile interface. It is not designed to operate as a standalone application.

Pro Control in Your Hands.
The MAKI Studio Control Surface and iPad app work together to deliver fast, seamless live production.
No computer needed.

On-Board Buttons.
The MAKI Control Surface provides tactile, pro-level switching, while the iPad app gives you an intuitive interface for monitoring and setup.

Multi-Camera Switching with Low Latency.
Effortlessly switch between multiple MAKI Live or NDI® cameras in real-time with near-zero delay for smooth, professional transitions.

NDI® & Wireless Flexibility.
Connect cameras via WiFi or Ethernet, eliminating the need for bulky cables while keeping your setup clean and mobile. 

Picture-in-Picture & Media Playback.
Add dynamic multi-angle views and play back videos, images, and graphics to enhance storytelling.

Title Overlays & Advanced Transitions.
Customize text, captions, and lower thirds in real-time while using broadcast-quality effects like stingers and fades for a polished look.

NDI® Output for Maximum Flexibility.
Supports both High Bandwidth NDI & NDI|HX, ensuring low-latency, high-quality video in any workflow. 

Go Live or Record for Later.
Stream to YouTube, Facebook Live, or Vimeo, or record high-quality content directly to your iPad.

On-board Buttons.
Use the touchscreen interface for easy operation or the MAKI Control Surface for precision camera switching and scene transitions.

Let Your Digits Take Control.
Optimized for MAKI Live, but also compatible with any NDI-enabled camera, including BirdDog X Series.