i do have a drawing setup like boro's but the tablet and keyboard are sitting on my lap which is a way more comfortanle position generally, i can draw like that for literally 5hrs straight, the keyboard and tablet are on a wooden plank, and that plank is on my lap, i have a crate to elevate my legs a bit, and i dont have any kind of arm sholder or back pain
I definitely found that to be the best position to draw all day without injury/nerve irritation, I need to lean just a bit backwards tho and most desk chairs go to tip, so finding the perfect chair and footrest is an ongoing quest. 😅 I started drawing in this position when I was sick and bedbound for a few weeks and I had a big wedge pillow to sit up and lean back against on my bed, I put my knees up and rested my iPad against my lap. I kept using my bed to draw instead of my desk because of the comfort/endurance that position provides. Arm and wrist position is really important, there’s definitely dangers in drawing on a small screen if your weight is on the outside of your hand and your wrist is unnaturally bent inwards. The reason big screen drawing tablets are worth the money is being able to rest your arm and avoid nerve or tendon injuries, something I unfortunately have experience with. The stand in this video intrigues me because the height could help keep the wrist from being too bent even when rested on the screen but it’s impossible to know without trying it in person!
Hey Adam, this looks like a really interesting product and I'm definitely intrigued, my one question though: does drawing with your arm floating like that not cause you to fatigue quickly? I feel like it could cause some muscle ache over a long work day or even pain around the shoulder blade since you don't really have anything to lean on other than the iPad itself, which is pretty small. No surrounding desk or large cintiq screen to rest your forearm on.
Not at all - I’ve been drawing like that for over 15 years on my cintiq - zero fatigue - but your mileage might vary of course And do note that I lower my arm often - it’s not raised 100% of the time - as well, you can easily support your arm on your iPad
Yeah same question popped into my head. I know your supposed to draw using your whole arm and not just your wrist but - for people who do draw using the movement of their wrist mainly and resting their arm I could imagine it being an issue. But might be worth trying maybe and judging then. Good video Adam, as always!
This would be really useful to me. I do lots of work through my iPad. I need an SSD but after that this really looks like it’s going on my hardware/accessories list! Thanks for sharing.
@@GloomySundae it’s funny cause I have the Wacom flex arm, but this is just for a tiny iPad. The Wacom Flex arm is built like a tank and holds my Cintiq Pro 24 in place like it’s nothing. This is just an iPad stand with cool features I guess.
I have a Ergotron HX arm with the Wacom metal plate vesa adapter which is more sturdier than the flex arm for my 24 pro Cintiq (holds up to 40/50 lb displays), though you can check for the studio dock thing on ebay at times for cheaper if youre patient.
@@Trid3nt861 I think the Wacom Flex arm is pretty much the Ergotron HX, judging just by the visual design. Ergotron works with Wacom to make the flex arm.
Regarding ergonomics there is a piece of hardware that solved a LOT of problems for me. The Tartarus Pro, a programmable one-hand keyboard. Bear in mind is only for left-hand use, meaning that you can press the button with only your left hand. For me it's a game changer because of two reasons: 1)It's small, really small. So it can fit even over your leg. Meaning that you can put it whenever you want. 2)Holy molly having 32 buttons for shortcuts without moving your hand is a game changer.
If you’re just looking for the stand itself (as in - elevated stand), Daily Tekk just posted a prototype stand that looks really elegant and minimalist. Don’t know if it would support an artist, but for a clean looking setup - this could be a nice one
No, I don’t, but I’m sure there are many artists that would argue that fact. However - with artists working from home more nowadays, I know several pros that work exclusively on the iPad - I personally don’t think I could pull that off, but I LOVE my iPad for concepts and roughs - the polished pro stuff goes on my PC every time though. Maybe a bigger iPad in the future could solve that - for now, not quite.
Adam, thanks for the video! (all of them, honestly)... Have you had a chance to stubble upon Sketchboard Pro for iPads? Because this is total game changer for me!
Adam, did you buy model K39160WW? I’m seeing on Amazon and Kensington for the M1 choice is Kensington iPad Docking Station - StudioDock for 12.9" iPad Pro (2018/2020/2021/2022) (K39160WW).
I really wish there was a budget option where it’s just the magnetic stand without all the bells and whistles. It’s so hard to find a stand that both elevates the iPad and provides a sturdy drawing experience (plus rotating is a nice option). I feel like most elevated stands are super wobbly, but if you go for sturdy you get something like the draftable which is awesome but craning my neck all day is just a no go. This seems like a great middle road but as someone who doesn’t need all the extra functionality the price is simply too steep.
Ergonomics and health are super important to me as an artist as well. In fact my health has become so important to me, that I have a hard time looking at my ipad for long periods of time. I just can't crank out hours Infront of a screen anymore. You have any tips?
I ordered this upon watching your review. Excellent review video and much appreciated. I just received the stand and love it. One thing that just occurred to me though is that this beautiful stand becomes obsolete when the iPad Pro external design potentially changes in future. I wonder if Kensington considered upgrade option with swappable top sections. Else we will be buying a 400 stand every time we upgrade our iPad.
Wow! Didn't know my favourite art youtuber! Sir Adam is an apple guy! I am very happy to see art tech enthusiasts and such a relaxing content! And man the video Quality is amazing 👏!!! Been listening to you everytime I draw along with ahemed, proko and Bobby chiu!!!
@@AdamDuffArt never owned a mac, cause I can't game on that plus it's twice as expensive in my country😅, only apple is own is an ipad and for art😊. And android for its open source. Love your content! Love from the South Pacific Islands!!! Windows all the way indeed 🤗
@@AdamDuffArt ok, i'll tell you, it's floating from top center to bottom left...Passes iPad screen on 07:07...Just let my family go xD . . . P.S: Cool stand, Adam, but the price is like 64gb Steamdeck =\
*Not compatible with the 2021 iPad Pro 12.9". (directly from kensington site.)I think this refers to the idea that everything works on the doc as if the port on the ipad was usb c and not thunderbolt 4, so maybe consumers may want to hold off until a doc supports tb4? dock otherwise looked like an amazing idea…
$400 tag price, not compatible with iPad Pro 2021, currently sold out, uses the USB C port to connect and not the accessory connector… probably the only complains I have at the moment.
I have the M1 ipad pro 12.9 inch 128gb. The Kensington dock thing looks cool but its a bit pricey. Also I dont think I would like my device just being stationary without the protective case on it (im not super rich and I am not going to risk damaging my device)
I bought this1 year ago on heels of your review. 1 year later. Quality issues abound. Three different units as replacements the quality of the plastic plate holding the iPad is poor. Loose at joint so rotating between landscape and portrait there is too much play. Also the slot stretches over time and the iPad slips out if contact with ,agent is not perfect. I see they are selling at crazy low prices now. I paid 399 at launch and regret it. Would love to hear your follow up review @adam duff
Yay! Now I just need to sell a kidney to buy it. (In some countries, Apple products cost three times as much. The world is not fair. Neither taxes. It took me years to buy me a Cintiq XD)
As good as apple might be im still skeptical over battery life and headphone jack. Not really a wireless person Edit: Plus im not nearly as wealthy as most apple people
Well if you’re more into cabled headphones then there’s always the option of an external amp. Even if AirPods Max are really good headphones, I spend the majority of my time using my good cabled headphones
![This IPAD DRAWING APP Finally Got It RIGHT [Are You Listening ADOBE?!]](/img/1.gif)
adam we need a room tour it looks so cool but it's always hidden behind that creamy bokeh
Already planning it :)
I second this ❤️
@@AdamDuffArt Excellent!
"yeah, yeah, shut up." That set me off LMAO
i do have a drawing setup like boro's but the tablet and keyboard are sitting on my lap which is a way more comfortanle position generally, i can draw like that for literally 5hrs straight, the keyboard and tablet are on a wooden plank, and that plank is on my lap, i have a crate to elevate my legs a bit, and i dont have any kind of arm sholder or back pain
I have in the past for many years but I’ve adapted to the current type of setup
I definitely found that to be the best position to draw all day without injury/nerve irritation, I need to lean just a bit backwards tho and most desk chairs go to tip, so finding the perfect chair and footrest is an ongoing quest. 😅
I started drawing in this position when I was sick and bedbound for a few weeks and I had a big wedge pillow to sit up and lean back against on my bed, I put my knees up and rested my iPad against my lap. I kept using my bed to draw instead of my desk because of the comfort/endurance that position provides.
Arm and wrist position is really important, there’s definitely dangers in drawing on a small screen if your weight is on the outside of your hand and your wrist is unnaturally bent inwards. The reason big screen drawing tablets are worth the money is being able to rest your arm and avoid nerve or tendon injuries, something I unfortunately have experience with.
The stand in this video intrigues me because the height could help keep the wrist from being too bent even when rested on the screen but it’s impossible to know without trying it in person!
Loving the subtle camera movement in this 🤌🏻
Hey Adam, this looks like a really interesting product and I'm definitely intrigued, my one question though: does drawing with your arm floating like that not cause you to fatigue quickly? I feel like it could cause some muscle ache over a long work day or even pain around the shoulder blade since you don't really have anything to lean on other than the iPad itself, which is pretty small. No surrounding desk or large cintiq screen to rest your forearm on.
Not at all - I’ve been drawing like that for over 15 years on my cintiq - zero fatigue - but your mileage might vary of course
And do note that I lower my arm often - it’s not raised 100% of the time - as well, you can easily support your arm on your iPad
Yeah same question popped into my head. I know your supposed to draw using your whole arm and not just your wrist but - for people who do draw using the movement of their wrist mainly and resting their arm I could imagine it being an issue. But might be worth trying maybe and judging then. Good video Adam, as always!
my delts start to hurt whole drswing like thisi hope they make this in bigger size so theres space for my arm
Lol, I love the girlfriend analogy
Where do you find music for your videos. They sound so great I could just sit and relax with it
Epidemic Sound - I love using it :)
@@AdamDuffArt Thank youu!!
Siiick. I’m sold.
This was really interesting I'm have to put this on my check list
This would be really useful to me. I do lots of work through my iPad. I need an SSD but after that this really looks like it’s going on my hardware/accessories list! Thanks for sharing.
Great review. I liked the part where you showed how you work with it. Looked so comfortable!
I‘ll have this Option in mind for the future.
I saw the price tag and my jaw dropped…
Not super bad. The official Wacom stand is 500$ lol
@@GloomySundae it’s funny cause I have the Wacom flex arm, but this is just for a tiny iPad. The Wacom Flex arm is built like a tank and holds my Cintiq Pro 24 in place like it’s nothing. This is just an iPad stand with cool features I guess.
Say what?!?! Oh, you’re talking about the Cintiq Stand? That makes more sense.
I have a Ergotron HX arm with the Wacom metal plate vesa adapter which is more sturdier than the flex arm for my 24 pro Cintiq (holds up to 40/50 lb displays), though you can check for the studio dock thing on ebay at times for cheaper if youre patient.
@@Trid3nt861 I think the Wacom Flex arm is pretty much the Ergotron HX, judging just by the visual design. Ergotron works with Wacom to make the flex arm.
Regarding ergonomics there is a piece of hardware that solved a LOT of problems for me. The Tartarus Pro, a programmable one-hand keyboard. Bear in mind is only for left-hand use, meaning that you can press the button with only your left hand. For me it's a game changer because of two reasons:
1)It's small, really small. So it can fit even over your leg. Meaning that you can put it whenever you want.
2)Holy molly having 32 buttons for shortcuts without moving your hand is a game changer.
If you’re just looking for the stand itself (as in - elevated stand), Daily Tekk just posted a prototype stand that looks really elegant and minimalist. Don’t know if it would support an artist, but for a clean looking setup - this could be a nice one
I love the minimalistic esthetic of the ipad pro.
Adam, do you think the ipad pro is going to be the industry main drawing tablet?
No, I don’t, but I’m sure there are many artists that would argue that fact. However - with artists working from home more nowadays, I know several pros that work exclusively on the iPad - I personally don’t think I could pull that off, but I LOVE my iPad for concepts and roughs - the polished pro stuff goes on my PC every time though. Maybe a bigger iPad in the future could solve that - for now, not quite.
Adam, thanks for the video! (all of them, honestly)... Have you had a chance to stubble upon Sketchboard Pro for iPads? Because this is total game changer for me!
I have not actually - ill go check it out, thank you!
what device do you use to make your camera move side to side like that?
if u aint gonna tell me i'mma look for one myself and link it here.
Is this compatible with M4 iPad Pro 13 inch ?
How come i missed this video. I. NEVER . MISS. AN. ADAM. VIDEO.
I would love to get that if I only had an I pad!
Definitely helps yeah!
Adam, did you buy model K39160WW? I’m seeing on Amazon and Kensington for the M1 choice is Kensington iPad Docking Station - StudioDock for 12.9" iPad Pro (2018/2020/2021/2022) (K39160WW).
How do you plug in your IFi DAC to it?
what about the magic keyboard which won’t connect through bluetooth -or any way- if ipad is connected to studio dock.?
I really wish there was a budget option where it’s just the magnetic stand without all the bells and whistles. It’s so hard to find a stand that both elevates the iPad and provides a sturdy drawing experience (plus rotating is a nice option).
I feel like most elevated stands are super wobbly, but if you go for sturdy you get something like the draftable which is awesome but craning my neck all day is just a no go.
This seems like a great middle road but as someone who doesn’t need all the extra functionality the price is simply too steep.
Got really delighted after seeing it until you mentioned the price haha
Cool setup! Btw have a silly qns.. hows the audio quality coming out of the 3.5mm jack? Did you hook it to your Dax?
Ergonomics and health are super important to me as an artist as well. In fact my health has become so important to me, that I have a hard time looking at my ipad for long periods of time. I just can't crank out hours Infront of a screen anymore. You have any tips?
I ordered this upon watching your review. Excellent review video and much appreciated. I just received the stand and love it. One thing that just occurred to me though is that this beautiful stand becomes obsolete when the iPad Pro external design potentially changes in future. I wonder if Kensington considered upgrade option with swappable top sections. Else we will be buying a 400 stand every time we upgrade our iPad.
Wow! Didn't know my favourite art youtuber! Sir Adam is an apple guy! I am very happy to see art tech enthusiasts and such a relaxing content! And man the video Quality is amazing 👏!!! Been listening to you everytime I draw along with ahemed, proko and Bobby chiu!!!
Hehe - we’ll I’m primarily a guy who built a gaming PC - I’m an apple guy for everything except Macs - hate MacOS personally - Windows all the way
@@AdamDuffArt never owned a mac, cause I can't game on that plus it's twice as expensive in my country😅, only apple is own is an ipad and for art😊. And android for its open source. Love your content! Love from the South Pacific Islands!!!
Windows all the way indeed 🤗
Aww man as a graphic designer that text in the opening overlapping hurt my soul lol
ooooooh… i feel you! (And your avatar is awesome btw)
@@AdamDuffArt lol thank you
07:03 Is this...Dust? In Adam's room? Impossible...
WHERE!?!?!
@@AdamDuffArt ok, i'll tell you, it's floating from top center to bottom left...Passes iPad screen on 07:07...Just let my family go xD
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P.S: Cool stand, Adam, but the price is like 64gb Steamdeck =\
*Not compatible with the 2021 iPad Pro 12.9". (directly from kensington site.)I think this refers to the idea that everything works on the doc as if the port on the ipad was usb c and not thunderbolt 4, so maybe consumers may want to hold off until a doc supports tb4? dock otherwise looked like an amazing idea…
Pretty sure they’re working on it as we speak - I’m keeping an eye out (really hope they consider doing a space Grey version!!
$400 tag price, not compatible with iPad Pro 2021, currently sold out, uses the USB C port to connect and not the accessory connector… probably the only complains I have at the moment.
I’m sure they’re working on an updated version as we speak - since the new iPad came out. I REALLY hope they do one in space grey!!
I have the M1 ipad pro 12.9 inch 128gb. The Kensington dock thing looks cool but its a bit pricey. Also I dont think I would like my device just being stationary without the protective case on it (im not super rich and I am not going to risk damaging my device)
I bought this1 year ago on heels of your review. 1 year later. Quality issues abound. Three different units as replacements the quality of the plastic plate holding the iPad is poor. Loose at joint so rotating between landscape and portrait there is too much play. Also the slot stretches over time and the iPad slips out if contact with ,agent is not perfect.
I see they are selling at crazy low prices now. I paid 399 at launch and regret it.
Would love to hear your follow up review @adam duff
It's nice but the price is too high.
Yay! Now I just need to sell a kidney to buy it.
(In some countries, Apple products cost three times as much. The world is not fair. Neither taxes. It took me years to buy me a Cintiq XD)
Think bigger… TWO Kidneys means TWO stands! :)
@@AdamDuffArt haha that's true
If only we'd get a 16" iPad now... #idlehope
16” - yes indeed! (Hey maybe soon - there’s been buzz about a bigger iPad recently)
As good as apple might be im still skeptical over battery life and headphone jack. Not really a wireless person
Edit: Plus im not nearly as wealthy as most apple people
Well if you’re more into cabled headphones then there’s always the option of an external amp. Even if AirPods Max are really good headphones, I spend the majority of my time using my good cabled headphones
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That intro hahaha
I’m curious what’s the real story about this guy… 🤔 but let me mind my business lol
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