Maximum Performance

We purpose-design each control surface for maximum live production functionality with its coordinating TriCaster model. However, if you prefer more flexibility, many of our systems are cross-compatible with more than one CS. Here’s a list of our current models; please ask your reseller for help with pairing control surfaces with older models.

Control Surface Model	Compatible TriCaster Models
TriCaster 8000 CS	TriCaster 8000†
TriCaster 860 CS	TriCaster 860†, 460, 410
TriCaster 460 CS	TriCaster 860*, 460†, 410†
TriCaster 40 CS	TriCaster 460*, 410*, 40†
TriCaster 850 TW	TriCaster 8000, 860, 460, 410, 40

Subject to change without notice
† Recommended, no model limitations

* Compatible, but with some model limitations

TriCaster 8000 Control Surface

For the most sophisticated, high-performance live productions, you need total control. Included with every TriCaster 8000 system, the TriCaster 8000 CS is a natural extension of the platform’s remarkable innovation, with a user-focused, industrial design and fresh, new take on familiar production controls. With the introduction of TriCaster 8000 CS to your workflow, you have a seamless, physical connection to the powerful capabilities of TriCaster 8000, with a whole new dimension of speed and control.

TriCaster 860 Control Surface

Big live productions demand big-time control. Part of the complete TriCaster 860 solution and available as an optional add-on, the TriCaster 860 CS shines as a function-for-function companion. With an intuitive layout and familiar live production controls at your command, adding TriCaster 860 CS to your control room or live truck puts you in touch with your live production like never before.

TriCaster 460 Control Surface

Producing on-location doesn't mean leaving the comforts of the control room behind. The TriCaster 460 CS, part of the complete TriCaster 460 solution and available as an optional add-on, lets you maintain a small production footprint without sacrificing manual control. With an intuitive layout, familiar live production controls and compact frame, TriCaster 460 CS is a perfect fit for mobile production or tight spaces.

TriCaster 40 Control Surface

Designed specifically with the TriCaster 40 system in mind, add the TriCaster 40 Control Surface for fast, full access to hardware operation of all live-production functions – and still keep your small desktop footprint. Or augment your crew with an additional operator, and split the production tasks between console and user interface.

TriCaster 850 TW Control Surface

Enhance your presentation and performance with the addition of the TriCaster 850 TW control surface to your live production workflow. Share the workload with second operator, focusing exclusively on stored clips and graphics. Add slow motion playback and instant replay—a must for any sports production. With TriCaster 850 TW, the solution for more dynamic media playback is at your fingertips.

For the most sophisticated, high-performance live productions, you need total control. Included with every TriCaster 8000 system, the TriCaster 8000 CS is a natural extension of the platform’s remarkable innovation, with a user-focused, industrial design and fresh, new take on familiar production controls. With the introduction of TriCaster 8000 CS to your workflow, you have a seamless, physical connection to the powerful capabilities of TriCaster 8000, with a whole new dimension of speed and control.

• Intuitive layout mapped directly to the TriCaster 8000 interface for maximum interaction, including operation of the main switcher, all 8 M/E rows and TransWarp effects
• Practical lighting and backlighting of controls and control groups for heightened visibility of control surface activity under any environmental lighting conditions
• Dynamically variable lighting integrated into T-Bars for precision, at-a-glance status and progress of effects, zooms and transitions
• Instant triggering of complex operation sequences, with support for user-configurable macros
• Seamless, simultaneous changeover of multiple production elements with versatile, multi-select delegate controls
• Sleek, cockpit styling and state-of-the-art design that speaks to operators and executives alike.

Big live productions demand big-time control. Part of the complete TriCaster 860 solution and available as an optional add-on, the TriCaster 860 CS shines as a function-for-function companion. With an intuitive layout and familiar live production controls at your command, adding TriCaster 860 CS to your control room or live truck puts you in touch with your live production like never before.

• Intuitive layout mapped directly to TriCaster 860 interface for maximum interaction
• Full-featured workflow for optimal live production performance
• Illuminated buttons for heightened visibility of control surface activity under any environmental lighting conditions
• Premium T-Bar and three-axis joystick for precision control of effects, zooms and transitions
• Seamless, simultaneous changeover of multiple production elements with versatile, multi-select delegate controls
• Durable, ergonomic design for confident, comfortable performance

TriCaster 860 CS is also backwards compatible with TriCaster 855, 850 EXTREME and 850 models.

Producing on-location doesn't mean leaving the comforts of the control room behind. The TriCaster 460 CS, part of the complete TriCaster 460 solution and available as an optional add-on, lets you maintain a small production footprint without sacrificing manual control. With an intuitive layout, familiar live production controls and compact frame, TriCaster 460 CS is a perfect fit for mobile production or tight spaces.

• Intuitive layout, ideal for both TriCaster 460 and TriCaster 410, mapped directly to the user interface for maximum interaction
• Full-featured workflow for optimal live production performance
• Illuminated buttons for heightened visibility of control surface activity under any environmental lighting conditions
• Premium T-Bar and three-axis joystick for precision control of effects, zooms and transitions
• Seamless, simultaneous changeover of multiple production elements with versatile, multi-select delegate controls
• Durable, ergonomic design for confident, comfortable performance

TriCaster 460 CS is also backwards compatible with TriCaster 455, 450 EXTREME and 450 models.

Exclusively for the TriCaster 40 system, add the TriCaster 40 Control Surface for fast, full access to hardware operation of all live-production functions – and still keep your small desktop footprint. Or augment your crew with an additional operator, and split the production tasks between console and user interface.

• Studio-style control in durable, compact design perfect for desktop or portable use
• Intuitive layout mapped to TriCaster 40 for maximum manual interaction
• Large, backlit buttons and premium T-Bar for confident, comfortable performance
• Multi-purpose control over production elements with versatile delegate buttons
• Instant setup and integration for fixed or on-the-fly production workflows

Add dedicated, single-channel playback control to your live production workflow with TriCaster 850 TW. Share the workload with a second operator, focused exclusively on playing back stored clips and graphics. Slow down or speed up playback of the dedicated channel, and with jog-wheel and transport controls, you can forward, reverse, and replay any clip with a touch.

• Intuitive layout for manual control of TriCaster media players
• Dedicated operation for instant replay and slow motion playback of a selected DDR
• Illuminated buttons for heightened visibility of control surface activity under any environmental lighting conditions
• Premium T-Bar and jog wheel for precision control of clip creation and playback
• Durable, ergonomic design for confident, comfortable performance
• Compatible with TriCaster 8000, TriCaster 860, TriCaster 460, TriCaster 410 and TriCaster 40.