LogicKeyboard Adobe After Effects CC Keyboard for PC — ASTRA 2 Backlit Shortcut Keys

Composite faster. Animate without hesitation. Render without hunting for shortcuts. The LogicKeyboard ASTRA 2 for Adobe After Effects CC puts every AE shortcut at your fingertips — color-coded, graphically labeled, and backlit for any lighting condition. Designed for motion graphics artists, VFX artists, and compositors working in After Effects on Windows, it eliminates shortcut memorization and keeps your creative momentum uninterrupted from first keyframe to final render.

Key Features & Benefits

• Color-coded After Effects shortcut keys — every command labeled with graphical icons and color-coding for instant visual recognition
• Backlit keys with 5 brightness levels — dimmable backlight adapts from bright studios to dark compositing environments
• Built-in USB 3.0 hub — connect Contour ShuttlePRO, USB dongle, phone, or other peripherals directly from the keyboard
• Dual USB cable design — separate grey cable for keyboard and black cable for USB hub; eliminates KVM extender conflicts in complex facility setups
• Low-profile scissor-switch keys — light, responsive feel with tactile feedback and quiet operation for long creative sessions
• Full-size F-row and multimedia keys — complete keyboard functionality alongside After Effects shortcuts
• 3.5mm key travel — precise, consistent actuation for high-speed compositing and animation workflows
• 10 million keystroke durability — built for professional daily use in motion graphics and VFX production
• Plug-and-play — no software installation required; works immediately on Windows 7–11

Who This Keyboard Is For

Essential for motion graphics artists, VFX artists, compositors, and animators working in Adobe After Effects CC on Windows. Ideal for post-production facilities, broadcast networks, advertising agencies, game studios, and independent creators who want to eliminate shortcut memorization and maximize compositing speed. Also used in film schools and media education programs teaching After Effects.

After Effects Only vs. Filmmaker 2-in-1 — Which Is Right for You?

• This keyboard (After Effects CC only) — dedicated AE shortcut keyboard; ideal if After Effects is your primary application and you want a clean, focused shortcut layout
• Adobe Filmmaker ASTRA 2 for PC — 200 shortcuts covering both Premiere Pro CC and After Effects CC in one keyboard; ideal if you move between both applications regularly

Technical Specifications

• Software: Adobe After Effects CC (Windows)
• Compatibility: Windows 7–11 (plug-and-play)
• Backlight: Yes — 5 selectable brightness levels
• Key mechanism: Scissor-switch with tactile feedback
• Key travel: 3.5 mm (9/64")
• USB hub: Built-in USB 3.0 port
• USB cables: Dual cable (grey for keyboard, black for hub)
• Number of keys: 108 (ANSI) / 109 (ISO)
• Durability: 10,000,000 keystrokes per key
• Dimensions: 446mm × 150mm × 30mm (17 5/8" × 6" × 1 1/4")
• Weight: 950g (2.1 lbs)
• Connection: Wired USB (dual cable)

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I get this keyboard or the Adobe Filmmaker 2-in-1?

If Adobe After Effects is your primary application and you want a dedicated, focused shortcut layout, this keyboard is the right choice. If you regularly switch between Premiere Pro and After Effects, the Adobe Filmmaker ASTRA 2 for PC gives you 200 shortcuts for both applications in one keyboard.

Is there a Mac version of this keyboard?

Yes — see the LogicKeyboard Adobe After Effects CC ASTRA 2 for Mac for the macOS-compatible version with Mac modifier keys.

Which version of After Effects is this keyboard designed for?

The LogicKeyboard ASTRA 2 is designed for Adobe After Effects CC on Windows. The shortcut labels reflect After Effects’ standard default keymap. The keyboard functions as a standard Windows keyboard regardless of your specific AE version or custom keymap settings.

How does this compare to using a standard keyboard with After Effects?

With a standard keyboard, After Effects shortcuts require memorization of dozens of key combinations with no visual reference. The ASTRA 2 puts every shortcut in front of you with color-coded graphical labels — dramatically reducing the learning curve for new artists and speeding up workflows for experienced compositors.

What is the dual USB cable design for?

The ASTRA 2 uses two USB cables: a grey cable for the keyboard itself and a black cable for the built-in USB 3.0 hub. This separation prevents conflicts with KVM extenders commonly used in post-production facilities. You only need to plug in the grey cable to use the keyboard; the black cable activates the USB hub.

Can I connect a Contour ShuttlePRO to the keyboard’s USB hub?

Yes — the built-in USB 3.0 hub is ideal for connecting a Contour ShuttlePRO, USB dongle, or other peripherals directly from the keyboard, keeping your workstation organized and reducing cable clutter.

Can this keyboard be used as a regular keyboard when not using After Effects?

Yes — all standard letter, number, and symbol keys are labeled alongside the After Effects shortcuts. The keyboard functions as a full standard Windows keyboard for any application.

Is this keyboard suitable for After Effects training or media education programs?

Yes — the color-coded shortcut labels make the ASTRA 2 an excellent teaching tool for After Effects courses, motion graphics programs, and VFX training. Ask Ergo Works works with educational institutions on bulk orders. Contact our specialists for volume pricing.

Can Ask Ergo Works help configure a full ergonomic motion graphics workstation?

Absolutely. Our certified ergonomic specialists work with motion graphics artists, VFX professionals, and post-production teams to optimize full workstation setups — including keyboard positioning, monitor height, chair configuration, and peripheral placement for long creative sessions. We offer ergonomic consulting services for individuals and enterprise teams.

Why Ask Ergo Works

With 30+ years of ergonomic and professional workstation expertise, Ask Ergo Works serves creative professionals, post-production facilities, and enterprise teams who demand both performance and comfort.

• Certified ergonomic specialists — professional workstation optimization expertise for motion graphics, VFX, and post-production environments
• Trusted by production studios & creative teams — advertising, broadcast, game development, and corporate video
• Bay Area roots, nationwide reach — in-person assessments in the Bay Area; virtual consultations available nationwide
• Enterprise procurement support — volume pricing, net terms, and procurement documentation available

Need help optimizing your full After Effects workstation? Our ergonomic consulting services cover keyboard selection, monitor positioning, chair setup, and peripheral configuration.

Complete Your Motion Graphics Workstation

• LogicKeyboard Adobe After Effects CC ASTRA 2 for Mac — macOS version with Mac modifier keys
• LogicKeyboard Adobe Filmmaker ASTRA 2 for PC — upgrade to 200 shortcuts covering both Premiere Pro + After Effects
• Ergonomic Mice — pair with a vertical or trackball mouse for a complete low-strain motion graphics workstation
• Professional Workstation Assessment — ergonomic evaluation for long creative sessions