{"product_id":"fender-professional-4-keyboard-shortcuts-astra-2-backlit-keyboard-for-mac-usb-lkb-pso4-a2m-us","title":"Logickeyboard ASTRA 2 Fender Professional 4 Backlit Keyboard for Mac | USB | LKB-PSO4-A2M-US","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAccelerate Your Music Production with Dedicated Fender Professional 4 Shortcuts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLogickeyboard ASTRA 2 Backlit Keyboard for Fender® Professional 4 on Mac\u003c\/strong\u003e (LKB-PSO4-A2M-US) is designed specifically for musicians, producers, recording engineers, and composers who want to work faster and stay in their creative flow. Every color-coded key is clearly labeled with a Fender Professional 4 shortcut command — so you spend less time navigating menus and more time making music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're recording, editing, mixing, or mastering, the ASTRA 2 provides an intuitive, color-coded layout that improves workflow and helps you learn keyboard shortcuts naturally. Plug it in and start creating — no software installation required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the Logickeyboard ASTRA 2?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🎵 Designed Specifically for Fender Professional 4\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a standard keyboard, every color-coded key is clearly labeled with Fender Professional 4 shortcut commands, allowing you to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecord and edit more efficiently — commands at your fingertips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeed up mixing and production workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce repetitive mouse movements and fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn shortcuts naturally while you work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your creative momentum flowing during sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Music Producers · Recording Engineers · Home Studios · Commercial Recording Studios · Songwriters · Audio Editors · Podcasters · Educators · Content Creators · Sound Designers · Film Scorers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e💡 Professional Backlit Keys\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive adjustable white LED brightness levels keep every shortcut visible in recording studios, control rooms, and low-light production environments — including late-night sessions when lighting conditions change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚡ Built-in USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Hub\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect your essential studio accessories directly to the keyboard — reducing desktop clutter while keeping everything within reach. Perfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB audio interfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMIDI controllers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal SSD drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB flash drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDongles and other peripherals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⌨️ Comfortable for Long Studio Sessions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium low-profile scissor-switch keys deliver quiet, responsive keystrokes with excellent tactile feedback — built for professionals who spend hours behind the keyboard. Full-size Mac layout in a durable Graphite Gray chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor-coded shortcut keys designed exclusively for Fender Professional 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-A wired connection — plug-and-play, no drivers needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in USB 3.0 SuperSpeed hub for studio accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite LED backlighting with 5 adjustable brightness levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-profile scissor-switch keys — 108 keys (ANSI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-size Mac keyboard layout with multimedia function keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED indicators: Caps Lock, Fn Lock, Power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional Graphite Gray chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with macOS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 17.6 × 6.0 × 1.2 in | Weight: 2.1 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLogickeyboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLKB-PSO4-A2M-US\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarcode (UPC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e845173008619\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeyboard Layout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS English (ANSI Mac)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible OS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emacOS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-A Wired\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Hub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Hub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Keys\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e108 (ANSI)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBacklighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite LED, 5 brightness levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKey Switch Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-profile Scissor Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLED Indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaps Lock, Fn Lock, Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.6 × 6.0 × 1.2 in (446 × 150 × 30 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.1 lb (950 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGraphite Gray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogickeyboard ASTRA 2 Backlit Keyboard for Fender Professional 4 (Mac)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick Start \u0026amp; Warranty Information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat software does this keyboard work with?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Logickeyboard ASTRA 2 LKB-PSO4-A2M-US is designed exclusively for \u003cstrong\u003eFender® Professional 4\u003c\/strong\u003e on Mac. Every color-coded key maps directly to a Fender Professional 4 shortcut command. It also functions as a standard USB keyboard with any macOS application, but the shortcut labeling is specific to Fender Professional 4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this keyboard work with Windows?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model (LKB-PSO4-A2M-US) is a \u003cstrong\u003eMac ANSI layout\u003c\/strong\u003e keyboard optimized for macOS. The Mac-specific modifier keys and layout are designed for Apple operating systems. Logickeyboard offers separate Windows-layout ASTRA 2 models for PC users — contact Ask Ergo Works for availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it require any software or drivers to install?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — the ASTRA 2 is \u003cstrong\u003eplug-and-play\u003c\/strong\u003e. Simply connect it via USB-A and the color-coded shortcut keys are immediately active in Fender Professional 4. No drivers or software installation required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the USB hub used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe built-in \u003cstrong\u003eUSB 3.0 SuperSpeed hub\u003c\/strong\u003e lets you connect studio accessories directly to the keyboard — USB audio interfaces, MIDI controllers, external SSDs, flash drives, dongles, and other peripherals. It reduces cable clutter on your desk and keeps essential devices within easy reach during sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the backlighting adjustable?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The ASTRA 2 features \u003cstrong\u003ewhite LED backlighting with five adjustable brightness levels\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it easy to read shortcut labels in dark recording studios, control rooms, and low-light production environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat type of key switches does it use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ASTRA 2 uses \u003cstrong\u003elow-profile scissor-switch keys\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same mechanism found in premium laptop keyboards. They deliver quiet, responsive keystrokes with good tactile feedback, making them well-suited for long studio sessions where noise is a concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this keyboard good for home recording studios?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The ASTRA 2 is an excellent choice for \u003cstrong\u003ehome studio producers\u003c\/strong\u003e using Fender Professional 4. The color-coded shortcut keys eliminate the need to memorize commands, the quiet scissor-switch keys won't bleed into microphones, and the built-in USB hub keeps your interface and MIDI gear connected without extra hubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this keyboard suitable for professional commercial recording studios?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The ASTRA 2 is built for \u003cstrong\u003edaily professional studio use\u003c\/strong\u003e — durable Graphite Gray chassis, full-size Mac layout, and purpose-built Fender Professional 4 shortcut labeling that speeds up engineer workflows during tracking, editing, mixing, and mastering sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use this keyboard for film scoring or post-production?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — if your film scoring or post-production workflow uses \u003cstrong\u003eFender Professional 4\u003c\/strong\u003e on Mac, the ASTRA 2 is a strong fit. The color-coded shortcut keys keep your most-used commands accessible without breaking your creative flow during scoring sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow does the ASTRA 2 compare to a standard Mac keyboard for music production?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard Mac keyboard requires producers to memorize or look up Fender Professional 4 shortcuts. The ASTRA 2 eliminates that friction — every key is \u003cstrong\u003epre-labeled with the corresponding Fender Professional 4 command\u003c\/strong\u003e in color-coded groups, dramatically reducing errors and speeding up production workflows. It's the difference between a generic tool and a purpose-built studio instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow does the ASTRA 2 compare to other Logickeyboard models?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLogickeyboard produces application-specific keyboards for many professional tools — DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, Avid Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Logic Pro, and more. The \u003cstrong\u003eLKB-PSO4-A2M-US is the Fender Professional 4-specific model for Mac\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your studio uses a different DAW or editing platform, Ask Ergo Works carries a wide range of Logickeyboard ASTRA 2 models — \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ergonomics-consulting\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e for a recommendation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this keyboard good for music education labs?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Educational music programs and university recording labs use the ASTRA 2 to help students learn \u003cstrong\u003eFender Professional 4 keyboard shortcuts faster\u003c\/strong\u003e. The color-coded visual layout accelerates the learning curve and reduces instructor time spent on shortcut training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the warranty on the Logickeyboard ASTRA 2?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLogickeyboard products are covered by the manufacturer's standard warranty. As an authorized Logickeyboard reseller, Ask Ergo Works supports warranty claims and can assist with manufacturer support. Contact us if you experience any issues with your keyboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes Ask Ergo Works offer ergonomic consulting for studio workstation setup?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — Ask Ergo Works offers \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ergonomics-consulting\"\u003eergonomic consulting services\u003c\/a\u003e to help you configure your studio workstation for comfort and efficiency during long production sessions. With 30+ years of ergonomic expertise, our certified specialists can assess your setup and recommend the right keyboard positioning, monitor placement, seating, and accessories for your workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Ask Ergo Works?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than \u003cstrong\u003e30 years\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAsk Ergo Works\u003c\/strong\u003e has helped musicians, creative professionals, businesses, educational institutions, government agencies, and healthcare organizations build productive, ergonomically sound workspaces with premium technology. 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