Corsair brand Elgato has made a bold move into the furniture market with the announcement of its first-ever studio chair, the Embrace. Designed from the ground up to support creators, professionals, and anyone who logs serious time at their desk, the Embrace promises long-lasting, ergonomic support. Elgato suggests this is a chair that focuses on posture over posturing, packing in top-tier features for comfort without drawing unnecessary attention to itself.
Elgato Embrace – Key Features
The Embrace chair is built for those long, focused sessions, whether you’re streaming, gaming, editing, or working. It’s engineered to suit a wide variety of body types, ensuring both body and mind can stay aligned and focused.
Here are some of the standout features packed into the Embrace:
- Breathable Mesh Backrest for improved airflow and comfort.
- Luxe Cushioning and a Waterfall Seat Edge for reduced pressure on the legs.
- Precision-Adjustable Frame to adapt to individual ergonomic needs.
- Independent Controls for seat height and depth, and lumbar support.
- Five-Step Recline with a Tilt Locking Mechanism is often reserved for high-end ergonomic chairs.
- 4D Armrests and a Sculpted Headrest.
- Discreet Branding, with just a single logo adorning the back.
- Simple Assembly that takes most users just minutes.
Built for Comfort and Focus
Elgato has designed the Embrace to be at home in almost any environment—be it a production studio, a dual-purpose living room, or a dedicated office. Its understated design allows it to slot seamlessly into a space without dominating the room. The chair is built to accommodate different working styles, whether that involves leaning forward to concentrate or reclining back to relax and brainstorm.
Under the clean aesthetics, the Embrace is designed for the long haul. The company notes its high-tensile mesh resists stretching over time, and its moulded foam is designed to retain its shape and resilience. All moving parts, including the pneumatic gas cylinder and castors, are engineered for smooth operation, aiming for all-day use without fatigue.
Democratising High-End Ergonomics
The Embrace marks Elgato’s expansion into studio furniture, aiming to fill a gap in the market for high-end ergonomic seating at a more accessible price.
Jeff Stegner, Product Manager at Elgato, commented on the chair’s mission:
“With Embrace, we set out to deliver the type of ergonomic performance usually reserved for high-end chairs that professionals have relied on for years. What makes Embrace different is how we’ve brought those features down to a more accessible price point. It’s part of our broader effort to democratize the tools needed in content creation for users at all levels, while still offering the premium experience people associate with Elgato.”
What We Think
Elgato’s entry into the chair market looks promising. Moving away from the often overly-styled “gaming chair” aesthetic, the Embrace seems to be a more refined and practical option for anyone spending long hours in front of a computer. The inclusion of features like a five-step tilt locking mechanism and independent seat depth adjustment is usually found on much more expensive chairs. If Elgato can deliver on its promise of premium ergonomic performance at a more accessible price point, the Embrace could be a serious contender in the enthusiast and professional chair market.
Where to Buy
The Elgato Embrace will be available this coming holiday season.
- Price: €499.99 (at the time of writing).
- Availability: Customers can sign up to be notified when it is in stock.
Tell Me More
For further details and to sign up for stock notifications, you can visit the dedicated Elgato product page when it goes live.
