NEW Elgato Stream Deck Plus Review!

Today we've got a new Elgato Stream Deck Plus review! Elgato just dropped an update to the popular Stream Deck product line and this has some pretty cool features including a touch bar and dials for all your streaming/editing/gaming/anything needs.
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[@sushibrewski]

My no viewer streams bout to get crazy Edit: You all motivated me to post on my garbage channel, thanks fam! 🙏

[@donandkoko]

haha same!

[@JoshVHS]

Man what

[@zhafranabiyyudarwisyh1250]

F

[@sxcrmane]

Lmaoo

[@rauldiaz847]

🤣

[@dylan609]

Finally, a stream deck that i could actually justify purchasing as a non streamer

[@SpeakeasySolutions]

Hi there. I use the Stream Deck XL as a productivity tool (not for streaming) and it is the best investment ever. I just bought this Stream Deck + (waiting for arrival) for expanded productivity features. The macros that you can make are just crazy awesome. Cheers.

[@MBimmer]

Actually a lot of non streamers are using stream decks for productivity. Sorry u r late to the party 😁

[@chasemer6]

You are missing out. I don’t stream, but I run dual OG Streamdecks for my work computer. It’s a game changer.

[@NorthernLaw_]

This seems like a HUGE step forward for Elgato but as many others including myself are waiting for is an Audio Mixer, fully fledged but customizable. A true GoXLR/Rodecaster competitor, we all know if Elgato made one it would be way better than both of those because of the customization options and whatever else they'd include. Elgato says they currently have no plans but looking at the feedback of the SD+ It's mostly "This is amazing, BUT I would like a full audio mixer". That should be enough to tell them what people want, I hope to see one in the future with dials, sliders, maybe even hot swappable and modular so you could have 3 sections of dials or faders, or dials, faders, and a middle piece that's a bunch of stream deck keys or a big dial like the current Wave XLR.

[@ZNITE777]

+Rep

[@kermitpurcell6432]

What about the Beacn Mix Create?

[@FlavoredGenuine]

I’m looking forward to buying the Stream Deck Plus to add with the Mk2 Stream Deck and Mini that I currently have right now. Great review on the product by the way.

[@ricardotellez7060]

The wavelink being included letting you use your own interface/mic. And just overall windows sound mixer control was my main reason I insta bought it. Looking forward to using it when it arrives

[@ImAbwag]

How have you been getting on with it? I don't stream, but can see other uses for it and as an overall windows sound mixer is a big reason why I've tempted as well.

[@ricardotellez7060]

@@ImAbwag I think just using it as a sound mixer is ok but wavelink takes it a little further. I like being able to adjust game sound and music sound and voice coms while playing games easily with the wavelink sub mixes.

[@ImAbwag]

@@ricardotellez7060 Appreciate the reply mate, hadn't even thought about wavelink to be honest so that's even better - think you've made up my mind for me haha.

[@omegamanGXE]

@@ImAbwag what is wavelink

[@NorthernLaw_]

That is the first thing I thought too when seeing the touchbar. "Finally a use for the Corsair Nexus". That being said they could have easily made the screen bigger though and less of a bezel because while the 8 LCD keys are useful they could have less space and still work just as fine since they are bigger keys than what you see on the normal Stream Deck anyways. This thing looks really good though and I might consider picking one up but over all will probably end up waiting for an XLR interface, a full GoXLR/Rodecaster competitor

[@kingjaries]

I just ordered and received this nifty piece of equipment, it has so many potential uses so I'll be playing with it a bit. I'm especially excited to start streaming.

[@johnteserbrer5182]

thanks frank, might pick this up for the holidays

[@DeltaWhiskeyBravo13579]

Great info. I plan on getting one for my Livestream setup soon.

[@TMacGamer]

This is a game changer!! Seriously!! I am excited for this. The things you can do with this are endless. I hope they come out with one that add another row of the buttons on the top half

[@NorthernLaw_]

With no stream deck keys at all? Just 2 sets of 4 dials with touch screens above them? Yeah would be nice, I think they should do a full audio mixer next

[@TMacGamer]

@@NorthernLaw_ No, I was saying an extra row of keys because you are getting less on this new version as far as the actual push keys. But a version like you said would be nice as well.

[@NorthernLaw_]

@@TMacGamer Ohh thought you meant extra row of dials. The keys on this one are bigger that's why, not sure why they decided to do that however but I agree it would be nice to see yeah.

[@SanderEvers]

I actually use my stream deck as more of an automation tool for Visual Studio. (and ofcourse also for other stuff) I do think the dails could be handy there as well.

[@Neku._]

im curious on what you use it on for visual studio? cus im thinking of getting this too for other things. but ive been using visual studio as well.

[@justingolden21]

What's your setup?

[@Mercuryalreadytaken]

@@Neku._ second this

[@kwdav]

can you tell us more? I want to do this kind of thing also👍

[@I_was_a_Bullfrog]

I do the same thing for my 3D art and animation work

[@UXDiogenes]

You can, in fact remove the base by removing the two screws.

[@randomfrankp]

And I can put ski's under my car tires and call it a snowmobile, doesn't mean that's it's intended use.

[@ADX77]

@@randomfrankp Thats a pretty lame response considering its simply two screws that are clearly intended to be accessible. It takes 15 seconds and looks perfect.

[@DustinGorman]

@randomfrankp I actually wondered if you could take out the screws and remove the base. I want to design a new base in CAD and 3D print it so that I can keep my USB sticks and SD cards in the base.

[@ADX77]

@@DustinGorman I have mine mounted vertically on my sim rig. It's totally designed for the stand to be removed.

[@supercheesus]

​@@randomfrankpI guess it's that hard to admit you missed something

[@tanakahiroakijp]

My wife has a 15-key model, and I started using Loupedeck this month. I thought this Elgato Deck Plus had a sophisticated dial function. As expected of the champion Elgato. It wasn't sold on Amazon Japan yet. I think this will sell well.

[@StreliziaDeWitt]

I was thinking of just going with the stream deck xl but after watching this I'm set on buying the plus.

[@killerindustries49]

I was just thinking about getting the stream deck & this new banger from el gato drops 🔥 can't wait to get it at Best Buy

[@theconsummatenerd]

The dials are a sweet way to adjust volume levels in an analog way. I really like this addition!

[@jorisbonson386]

Well, a digital way...

[@Adaephonable]

Literally digital.

[@theconsummatenerd]

@@Adaephonable An analog analog?

[@Penny_4yt]

I just got this streamdeck for Christmas I can’t wait to use it

[@jainathanlane]

I wonder how it works with Hue, could you turn down each light with the dial?

[@PeterMossUkulele]

Fantastic video in both content and video (picture) quality. Your look is crystal clear and a look I am working towards. Without going into too much detail, please can you list you camera, lens and if you used any picture profiles. I presume you recorded in 4k?? This information will help me tremendously. Thanks in advance. I subscribed to you today. Peter.

[@PunkR0ckz09]

That deck is almost perfect. It's just missing the sweet indicator ring that the TurnUp Mixer has.

[@KorocheKo]

Hello! First of all, I want to thank you for the great review! I am very interested in one question! At the moment I have a problem with choosing between loupedeck live and Elgato Stream Deck Plus. The question is: if I don't have an elgato eco system at home (there are no products of this brand), how much will it affect the functionality of elgato stream desk plus? Maybe then choose a loupedeck live? Thanks for your reply! Sincerely, your subscriber.

[@LoonYv2]

As someone who was about to invest in a stream deck im glad i saw this and i think i might go for this instead!

[@Applecompuser]

Looks cool. Id like to see a wireless one. I am trying to make my desk less busy.

[@Caleb-qb1wh]

I think it looks sick that it has the knobs on it too, very into the tactile use.

[@thePLAINESTjane]

Does anyone have any insight or tips for using Stream Deck w/ StreamYard? Specifically using it as a *soundboard* ? Thanks in advance!

[@jaybirdius]

What speaker stands are you using? I need those in my life.

[@TheArchiman101]

Hey, thank you for this in depth review. A bit too big for my taste but the beauty is in diversity. On another totally unrelated subject, I love the brass knife / box opener in the begining of the video. Could you give me the details ?

[@snizzol]

Great Review Frank

[@8bytGaming]

One thing im curious about what i used to have on my PC Panel device is there was an option to control the volume of the current focused window. Unless i'm missing seeing it, i can't do that with these dials.

[@830jkl]

Thanks for this video. Is it available for Mac now? I heard not until February.

[@M3lbs]

This would be nice to have! I just started streaming and noticed its a bit harder to transition scenes manually.

[@SpelVarld]

the only quistion i have could u connect the Steelseries Arctis Pro Wireless to it? if not what would u recomend to buy instead that can be used other then the goxlr

[@Princeton_James]

Just got mk2 and it's an improvement from mk1 but this looks awesome. I'll be getting it for sure.

[@Shadowbandit]

I use a midi fighter twister as a stream deck but this product is pretty cool might check it out

[@isalking]

I wonder if you could use them as faders for something like voicemeter banana

[@ekphotography]

Can you map the dials to FCPX color wheels? I imagine they still do not work for Davinci which would be amazing..

[@scottabergermd]

Your comment at the end about the difference between Loupedeck live and stream deck Plus was right on point!! I much prefer the software from elgato than Loupedeck.

[@bikertlk]

Looking to purchase custom kepcaps for Logitech MX Mechanical any suggestions? I''m new to the keycap game

[@Hueventure]

So you said you didn't like the Loupedeck live's program at first. Would you say it has improved and worth that extra $70 over this, or do you think the Stream Deck + is more than enough to do majority of macros for streams?. Say you were a one, two, or three man podcast or game stream crew wants to direct a stream, with plenty of scene switches and volumes, do you think this would be good enough for that or maybe something bigger with more complicated system is worth the effort to learn?

[@LooneyFNYouherd]

i was wondering if you can play sounds through your mic like a sound board with out a goxlr ?

[@ccjuju]

Do you have to put your hand behind it to keep it from moving when you press the knobs?

[@cheezyjokester]

I would have liked for them to come out with a streamdeck / XLR interface combo. Combing 2 in 1. I will stick with my StreamDeck XL

[@Kernow76]

This.

[@iSpike]

Me too 👍🏻

[@NorthernLaw_]

Yes this is what many people are saying, Elgato says they currently have no plans for an audio mixer as they already have the Wave XLR but I think with this feedback they are getting they will decide to do one eventually, keep holding out!

[@bobboberton1841]

I see the base has 2 screws on the bottom. Can it be removed with a screw driver? My use case requires there to be no base at all.

[@cajamanual6713]

I didn't decide between Elgato Stream Deck + (w KNOBS) , just 15 Key Stream Deck or Megalodon Triple Knob Macro Pad. I'm thinking to buy the nob Controller too to make a Combo. Which one you will choose base in your experience?

[@kylegerbrandt]

Can it be flipped so the dials are at the top, does it have settings for the LCD to flip as well?

[@itsdeonlol]

I like the dials on it!

[@DvlDddy]

I almost just bought an XL so glad I waited now.

[@RJ-vy4yd]

I actually think that + will be an awesome addition to my XL. I'm not sure just 8 buttons would be enough for me. 40 buttons + 4 dials will be perfect. However, I'm glad I haven't bought any Beacn Mix Create or PC Panel, as I really wanted some dials. Now I can have them but in Elgato's ecosystem. So yeah, I'm glad I waited too. Wave Link access is a cherry on the top.

[@samstur]

thats so cool, Technology is amazing honestly

[@newstclif]

Is it possible to adjust the brightness of the monitor using the rotary encoders?

[@FitLabb]

Wondering if it’s now worthwhile to upgrade from my Stream Deck XL with the new functionality of this one…..? Glad to see Elgato continuing to innovate their products, but hope they fix some of the bugs that I’ve experienced with my XL as it doesn’t always work, it sometimes doesn’t fully turn fully on, or some of the functions or controls of things like the Elgato Key Lights don’t always connect and work. Other than that, I’ve really enjoyed using it the past year overall.

[@NorthernLaw_]

This is a bit different, SDXL to SD+ isn't exactly an upgrade, it's just adding more functionality to whatever you want it to be. If you want to run an XL plus the + just for audio mixing capabilities then go for it. I have no issues with my XL at all and not sure what you mean by that, the only bug that I've experienced which is definitely Windows 11 related is that after waking the PC up from sleep mode, the Stream Deck softwares needs a reboot for the Stream Deck to work

[@Dodger24]

I wouldn't upgrade from your XL, just get this to go along with your XL

[@NorthernLaw_]

@@Dodger24 Exactly what I'm doing

[@t0nyxgq]

Great product and use case. I can see myself using it already. The only thing I would suggest is if they can increase the size of the buttons or give us more. It seems a bit too spaced out, like iPad icons that are sized for phones. The design is also highlighting the new dials which is nice but after the initial honeymoon phase, I think you're going to notice that the novelty will wear off. The metal knurling on the dials seems nice and will provide nice texture compared to the plasticky ones from Razer though. The product also looks very premium.

[@kolesplace]

I'm interested to know if this product has any issue switching between computers hooked to a KVM switch. I work at home and switch between my personal and business computer. Would it switch and work on both?

[@mrgeraldbrent]

Takes a second to reconnect after the KVM switches, but it works fine.

[@honestview]

2:49... so they go from 0 to 360 and stop... then you have to go back.. or are they infinate in scroll?

[@Nopski_]

can i control my individual volume in wave link with those knobs?

[@andrewc5202]

Where did you get that animated wallpaper with the snow?

[@doesntmatter2744]

When I eventually start streaming to no one this will only make that easier. Great info to know

[@TestifYSaint]

Can you assign separate audio channels to each dial? Like discord to one and chrome to one and then a game to the other? I want to be able to have more control of just changing one volume not the whole pc volume

[@Innesb]

If you view the official Elgato video for the Stream Deck +, they demonstrate controlling volume for different applications on each dial.

[@vexxxgaming7303]

It also works with elgato wave software without needing any of the wave equipment. So you can have tons of mixer options that route

[@DisforDamion87]

Does it have hardware monitoring like the Icue Nexus did?

[@MrJHarley17]

MIne lights up with elgato on the touch screen but doesnt show in the software like my other stream deck. Any help?

[@iamFreddyP_]

Can you still run the older stream deck AND this stream deck plus?

[@terrenceramos1901]

Frank, link to the wallpaper you have? Cheers

[@reynanteasinas8823]

Is it like an irig that use for dj streaming?

[@expbless]

Can you use this just for a soundboard ??

[@SamusAran1969]

Has anyone found a way to get the base off? I want to build this into my arcade control panel but i cant have the base attached due to depth

[@daanvankrieken2667]

is it going to support power mixer or something?

[@krishnansrinivasan830]

Awesome & Thanks :)

[@ianwilson4286]

Looks but is there one with 32 or more keys. I have a ST 15 keys and really want more for gaming.

[@RJ-vy4yd]

Stream Deck XL has 32 keys. I've got one. It however doesn't have dials like this new one on the video. I think I'm getting that new one too to use them both simultaneously. 40 keys + 4 dials sound like a perfect tool for me.

[@yogisgl]

Nothing available for premiere pro out of the box right now ?

[@JRX6YT]

Does anyone know how to disable the windows overlay at 5:40 ? It's mad annoying when pausing/playing during a game.

[@randomrandy3059]

Anyone have this for mac? Im on an M1 MBP and im not sure if im doing it right but it aight working out for me... seeing if anyone has the same issue and how did you fix it!

[@johnmerwin5442]

Can you plug headphones into these?

[@lookingatdaisies9901]

Mm, hope they come out with a version 2 that has the usb port on top, and a removable enclosure/stand so i can have it lying flat if i wanted to.

[@TheFloatingBartender]

COuld this be useful for a student?😊

[@jody19027]

Great video!

[@Ethan-he3oz]

Is the frame made of aluminum or plastic?

[@AndieNow]

is there support for Final Cut ?

[@MrOutlawDave]

Would I be able to adjust my web browsers volume and quickly adjust Warzone volume and back and forth with this?

[@TheRocketmanUniverse]

Yes

[@Cello69.]

So say I want one button to be the same as pressing ALT - A on the keyboard. Can that be done. Is this how this thing works?

[@klipk7296]

yes, this is called a macro - a button that can be programmed to click other buttons in an instant

[@2Lav]

Can you review the elgato facecam pro? I enjoy your content and would like to hear your take on it

[@abdulsalam32x]

Not mentioning that the SD+ opens wave link app for any mic is unfortunate.

[@witchestitty]

I use photoshop and premiere pro mostly. I’m not sure what I’d use one of these for, but I hope I can find a reason to need one 😂 also, I can see react streamers using the chrome volume dial a lot

[@ChadHammond]

Gaming Careers video on this shows some functionality in photoshop and premiere. The knobs and touchscreen will come in handy for a lot of programmable functions in the apps from the little I saw. Especially with the dial stacking u can probably map a whole bunch of functions to one dial in the apps

[@NorthernLaw_]

I would also do that, on the GoXLR/Rodecaster I have set the system volume, browser volume, game volume, discord and spotify volume, it's very useful to have a physical dial to change this and not software

[@KizuBurn]

Is it possível to connect a XLR mic?

[@TurtleSauceGaming]

I always liked the steam deck, but this is even better. Having a potentiometer is great, for streaming, for EDITING. This is gonna be awesome! I wonder if you can tie a dial to a specific application's volume? Let's say I'm playing a game and watching a youtube video, I can dial the game volume down and keep the video volume up, and when an important part in the game comes on, I can press the media button on my pc to pause the youtube video and turn the dial to bring my game app's volume back up. That'd be awesome! EDIT: YOU CAN ADJUST INDIVIDUAL APPLICATION VOLUMES! ALRIGHT!

[@Amfibios]

seems like they have so many icue nexus screens they're trying to get rid of them. serves them right as they made it and abandoned it with limited functionality. this thing seems a little bulky though, i prefer the razer

[@modimihir]

Nice. They could've gone for a 5x2 button layout though.

[@Ethan-he3oz]

Can the top 8 buttons be programmed to open/close set things similar do a macro pad?

[@jefffuhr2393]

Hi Ethan. You've got the right idea. Those buttons are a macro pad--both for macros you compose and for a myriad of others you can download.

[@Ethan-he3oz]

@@jefffuhr2393 great, thanks for the help

[@jacquelynnacopoulos1278]

Hello, Congratulations 👍 Cool. I am impressed.. Someday, I would have it anytime. Thank You For Advice and Explaining Us.

[@Luke-gz5yj]

can this replace the go xlr?

[@abdulsalam32x]

Worth it for dial stacking alone.

[@MrHakisak]

can't remove stand and the same button feel as before :/

[@WizardManFilms]

What’s the most useful things this thing can do for non streamers ?? (Besides control audio)

[@vexxxgaming7303]

Watch the Senpai Gaming review. RFP is cool but Senpai Gaming is extremely thorough with how things can be used for different areas. So, aside from audio, lots with editing and stuff, trimming, color correction, anything you want really. Each knob is 3 button’s essentially and you can use them again with shift or something and have 6 on one knob. His video is really good.

[@Garnett.]

I want an XL version of this

[@WizardManFilms]

What gaming uses does this have

[@Platinumdose420]

cant you just use the keys on your mouse or keyboard?

[@Stompbox99]

I like the idea of this new stream deck, but I feel it's overpriced. I currently use the 32 button stream deck and even using it for streaming and just home use, I'm still not using it's full potential. I don't see myself buying the new stream deck unless it's on a really good sale, and even then I really feel it should have at least 12 or 15 buttons, I feel that part is lacking. They made the buttons a bit bigger and put more space between them, they probably could have kept them the same size with same space between and at least added 2 more buttons.

[@DRacer90]

How many pages can you have?

[@martinlortie]

I don’t understand why they didn’t use the screen to possibly show other information than the knobs functions. The screen could have been used to show CPU, RAM, FPS, what’s playing, etc. And when you use a knob the screen would show the interaction with that knob. What I’m I missing? Is it because people uses the button screen for that?

[@randomfrankp]

That surely will come - like I said there was only the pre-production software when this was filmed so now that people have their hands on it they can’t start to make and upload all sorts of extra functionality to the Elgato software platform

[@WhosMathew]

do you really need a goxlr now?

[@777Thibs]

I think that it is a step in the right direction. I am not a streamer, and I use both of my XL for general productivity, and my MK1 as part of my flight sim gear. The addition of rotary encoders is great, and the loss of 7 buttons can be worked around, but that stand is just a dealbreaker for me.

[@NorthernLaw_]

The stand is actually detachable but the screws it attaches with really makes it not mountable to anything, it's not permanent though

[@777Thibs]

@@NorthernLaw_ fair enough. I use a 3d printed case to mount my mk1.

[@NorthernLaw_]

@@777Thibs A case? Then you could probably do the same with the Stream Deck+!

[@777Thibs]

@@NorthernLaw_ Of course, but not if it has a permanent stand.

[@thecaptainatlas]

I was looking for a standalone media controller for my setup and this came in at the perfect time! Definitely looking to pick one up and replace my Gen 1 Stream Deck.

[@NorthernLaw_]

Could use them both simultaneously!