RØDE's new RØDECaster Video is a ground-breaking video and audio production console that is much more than a traditional vision mixer.
Video and Audio Production Console: Equipped with an extremely powerful CPU, the RØDECaster Video offers a surprisingly intuitive workflow for studio productions, video podcasts and live events with its clear control panel and innovative scene-based switching architecture.
The 30cm wide RØDECaster Video allows direct recording (H.264) to an external USB drive, separate ISO recording of 6 video sources plus program feed, and direct RTMP streaming via Ethernet or WLAN. The console also features an integrated studio-grade audio interface for professional sound transmission and recording.
Product features:
Direct RTMP streaming via Ethernet or WLAN
Direct recording (H.264) to external USB drive
Separate ISO recording of 6 video sources plus program feed
2 Neutrik audio inputs (XLR/6.35 mm) for microphone, instrument, line source
Two built-in wireless receivers for RØDE wireless transmitters
EQ, compressor, panning, noise gate, HPF, de-esser, exciter, big bottom, compressor
Bluetooth 5.3 for stereo sources and phone calls
7 scene buttons, 6 input buttons, Record, AUTO and CUT buttons
Fade to Black, Media, Overlay, Multi Source, Keying and Inspect buttons
High-resolution 2" touchscreen, 2 switching encoders
Programming of 7 scenes with multi-video layers, media and graphics
Automatic switching of sources and scenes depending on the audio signal
Automatic chroma keying
2 media players, microSD card slot for media storage (MP4, PNG/JPG, WAV)
Two headphone outputs, two monitor outputs (L/R), each 6.35 mm TRS
Wide range of connections
The RØDECaster Video comes with four HDMI inputs, two HDMI outputs, five USB-C ports, an Ethernet port and a microSD card slot. The two HDMI outputs can be configured to display preview, program or multi-view feeds, and any combination of six USB or HDMI video sources can be used simultaneously. MP4, JPG and PNG media as well as WAV audio files can be played from a microSD card. Two headphone outputs and two balanced speaker outputs (L/R), each with a 6.35 mm TRS jack, complete the connections on the rear.
Intuitive control panel
The RØDECaster Video's uncluttered control panel offers the perfect blend of intuitive control and flexible function, with large, dedicated buttons for switching video sources and scenes, starting and stopping recording, activating automatic transitions and direct access to normally hidden functions such as chroma key control, multi-source layouts, graphics and media.
This means that an entire production can be planned, created and designed using the seven scene buttons. Each of these buttons can contain user-defined layouts with multiple video sources, images, videos and chroma key inputs. The innovative "Inspect" button allows you to safely check which scene is currently assigned to a button at any time and change the setting if necessary. In addition, functions such as automatic chroma keying and automatic switching of sources and scenes depending on the audio signal ensure a relaxed working environment.
Professional audio section
The audio section of the RØDECaster Video is hardly to be underestimated: two Neutrik XLR/6.35 mm combo sockets for connecting microphones, instruments or line sources plus two built-in wireless receivers for current RØDE wireless transmitters. An audiophile preamp in the signal path ensures ultra-low noise and extremely powerful pre-amplification of up to 76 dB. The audio signal can then be extensively processed and refined with the integrated Aphex signal processor: Compressor, equalizer, de-esser, stereo panorama, noise gate, high-pass filter, aural exciter, big bottom and compressor can be set separately for each audio input and used simultaneously.
RØDECaster Video is manufactured at RØDE's headquarters in Sydney, Australia.
Accessories included:
2x WLAN antennas
1x power supply
1x SuperSpeed USB-C cable
Technical specifications:
Audio recording: stereo mix (WAV)
Multi-track audio recording: 9 separate stereo audio files (WAV)
RØDE Central operating software (free, for Mac and PC)
Scene Builder: Creation of scenes, remote control of the device
Auto-Switching: configuration, automatic switching (source/scene) depending on the audio signal
Audio Mixer: configuration and control of audio source, signal processor and routing
Stream Profiles: configuration for streaming settings and profiles
Device Configuration: advanced settings and customization
System requirements: Windows 10 version 1803; Windows 11; macOS 10.15 or higher
CONTROL ELEMENTS
Buttons: 7x scene, 6x input source, record, AUTO, CUT, fade to black, media, overlay, multi source, keying, inspect
Encoder with integrated switch:
1x multifunction (for programming), 1x volume (separately adjustable for headphones 1, headphones 2, monitors)
Display 2" touchscreen, high-resolution
OTHER
Power supply: USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 60 watts (20 V/ 3 A)
Material: ABS plastic
Dimensions: 306 x 133 x 62 mm
Weight: 1,257 g
