RODE RodeCaster Video – Video and Audio Production Console

The Rode RØDECaster Video is a revolutionary all-in-one video and audio production console that provides intuitive control over every element of your content.

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RODE RodeCaster Video – Video and Audio Production Console

The RODE RodeCaster Video is a revolutionary all-in-one video and audio production console that provides intuitive control over every element of your content. Combining powerful video switching, recording and production capabilities with a fully integrated professional audio mixer, it offers a seamless way to streamline and supercharge your workflow for studio productions, video podcasts and interviews, and stream live events with broadcast quality.

All-in-One, All at Once

The ultimate all-in-one content creation tool, the RØDECaster Video is the first in its class to seamlessly blend comprehensive video and audio production into a single, compact device. Offering unmatched flexibility in switching, mixing, processing, recording and streaming multiple video and audio sources at once, it is the perfect centrepiece for any content creation setup.

For Anyone and Everyone

With its wide array of connectivity options and its completely customisable architecture, the RØDECaster Video can be tailored to meet your exact needs, no matter what kind of video production you do.

Professional Production Made Simple

It’s never been easier to create professional productions with incredible video and audio. The RØDECaster Video’s intuitive interface and dynamic touchscreen give you hands-on control of every element of your show, from switching video and configuring complex multi-source layouts to mixing and processing your audio.

Switch it Up

With simultaneous control over six different video feeds, the RØDECaster Video allows you to seamlessly switch between cameras, consoles and other visual inputs to fully immerse your audience in your show. Cut between your shots instantly or apply tasteful fades, dips and wipes with fully customisable transitions – you can even sequence your show with live previews of each feed before you make the switch.

Set the Scene

The RØDECaster Video is the first of its kind to offer an intuitive scene-based switching architecture. This makes it easier than ever to customise and configure complex video arrangements and switch to them at the press of a button.

Integrated Professional Audio

With the ability to mix, process and route up to nine audio sources at once, the RØDECaster Video sets a new standard for power and flexibility in audio production. Each channel has access to a full suite of studio-grade effects and processors powered by APHEX®. This allows you to sculpt your dream sound and deliver polished, professional results every time.

Expanded USB Inputs

The RØDECaster Video features two flexible USB-C ports for expanding your production with extra video and audio devices. You can connect USB webcams, capture cards and other UVC video devices, as well as RØDE USB microphones and even the RØDECaster Pro II and RØDECaster Duo!

Hands-free Auto-Switching

Don’t have a producer? Intelligent auto-switching technology will automatically switch your camera angles depending on who’s talking. This is perfect for video podcasts, panel discussions, and other live discussions.

Comprehensive Multiview

The RØDECaster Video’s multiview display provides a comprehensive overview of all your production’s critical information in one screen. With previews of every input, scene and feed, alongside recording, streaming and audio information, you can be confident you have complete control of your show.

Form Follows Function

The RØDECaster Video provides immediate access to a wide range of creative tools with its four function buttons. This gives you unprecedented hands-on control over advanced video techniques and quick access to your graphics and media.

Record On-Board

You can capture your entire video and audio production directly to a connected hard drive or USB storage device. Also, you have the option to record each video and audio source independently provides ultimate flexibility in post-production.

Stream to Your Favourite Platform

Stream your show directly to Twitch, YouTube or your favourite streaming platform via Wi-Fi or ethernet. Also, use custom audio routing to send a completely different mix to your audience, your headphones and your recording.

Intuitive Interface

The large high-resolution touchscreen and versatile rotary encoder provide intuitive hands-on control over every aspect of your production. In fact, this goes from applying transitions and previewing your inputs to adjusting volume levels and configuring settings.

Wireless Remote Control

For setups where you can’t be close to the console, the RØDECaster Video boasts complete wireless remote control via RØDE Central. Therefore, this allows you to switch inputs, adjust settings and configure complex scenes from your computer.

Enhanced by RØDE Central

Lastly, RØDE Central is the ultimate companion software for the RØDECaster Video. Craft the perfect multi-camera layout with the scene builder. Also, take control over all your audio sources at once with the audio mixer. Access advanced configuration settings to craft the perfect production.

Key Features:

  • Switch between up to six video sources and seven fully customisable scenes
  • High-performance octa-core CPU video and audio processor
  • Four full HD (1080p) HDMI inputs
  • Two flexible USB-C ports for connections
  • Switch between up to six video sources and seven fully customisable scenes at the press of a button
  • High-performance octa-core CPU video and audio processor
  • Four full HD (1080p) HDMI inputs with auto frame rate conversion and two configurable HDMI outputs for viewing program, preview and multiview
  • Two flexible USB-C ports for connecting webcams and RØDE USB audio devices to use as additional video and audio sources
  • Two studio-grade Neutrik® combo jacks with ultra-low-noise, high-gain Revolution Preampsfor capturing pristine audio from XLR microphones, instruments or any other audio source
  • Dual internal wireless receivers for connecting RØDE Series IV wireless microphones
  • Powerful APHEX® audio processing, including an EQ, compressor, noise gate, high-pass filter, de-esser and the legendary Aural Exciter, Big Bottomand Compelloreffects
  • 2-inch high-resolution touchscreen and versatile rotary encoder for quick configuration and setting adjustment
  • Ability to create seven complex scenes with multiple layers of video, media and graphics, which can be saved and triggered at the touch of a button
  • Automatic chroma keying for effortlessly replacing backgrounds with media or live video inputs
  • Media playback, graphic overlays, keying, transitions and multi-source scene creation all accessible from the front panel
  • Innovative “Inspect” feature for quick-and-easy preview and configuration of any input or scene
  • Intelligent auto-switching for seamless hands-free switching of video sources and scenes based on audio inputs
  • Stream directly to all major platforms via Wi-Fi or Ethernet and record directly to an external USB storage device, including isolated (ISO) recording for complete post-editing flexibility
  • Remote control, user-assignable graphics and media, custom scene building, audio mixing and effects, and other advanced configuration options via RØDE Central
  • Designed and made in RØDE’s state-of-the-art facilities in Sydney, Australia

Video Specifications

Video Input Feeds: 6 simultaneous
HDMI Inputs: 4 type-A (HDMI 1.4b)
USB (UVC) Inputs: 2 multi-function USB-C for UVC video
HDMI Outputs: 2 configurable – preview, program, multiview

Video Input Frame Rates:

1920x1080p: 23.97, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60

1920x1080i (HDMI only): 25, 29.97, 30

Video Output Frame Rates:

1920x1080p: 24, 25, 30, 50, 60

Video Streaming Standards:

1920x1080p: 23.97, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60

Video Engine Colour Space / Bit Depth: 4:4:4 RGB / 8-bit
HDMI Input Colour Space / Bit Depth: 4:4:4 RGB, 4:4:4 YUV, 4:2:2 YUV / 8, 10, 12-bit
USB Input Colour Space: 4:2:2 YUV, 4:2:0 YUV (NV12)
HDMI Output Colour Space / Bit Depth: 4:4:4 RGB, 4:4:4 YUV / 8-bit
USB Output Colour Space / Bit Depth: 4:2:2 YUV / 8-bit

Format and Frame Rate Converters: On all HDMI and USB inputs

 

Switching Specifications

Total Number of Layers: 9 simultaneous in Preview and Program
Downstream Keyers: 2 (overlays and logo)
Chroma Keyers (Green and Blue): 2
Media Players: 2 simultaneous

Transitions: SMPTE wipes, dip, and fade
True Preview: Display complete scenes and overlays simultaneously in preview and program
Generated Borders: All scenes

Multiview:

  • Program and preview
  • Live inputs, scene, and media thumbnails
  • Audio mixer and channel status
  • Recording, network, and storage status
  • Run time, date, and time information

 

Media Player:

  • Expandable microSD card storage
  • Supported Formats:
    • Videos: MP4
    • Images: PNG, JPG
    • Audio: WAV

 

Bluetooth: 5.3 (for stereo audio input or phone calls)

 

Audio Specifications

Analog Audio Inputs: 2 combo jacks (microphone, line, or instrument) with Revolution Preamps™.

Wireless Audio Inputs: 2 Series IV wireless receivers.

Digital Audio Inputs: USB 1: 2-in/2-out or multichannel (20-in) output. USB 1 Chat: 2-in/2-out with mix-minus. USB 2: 2-in/2-out with MFi support. USB 4 & 5: compatible with RØDE USB microphones and RØDECaster Pro II and Duo.

Analog Audio Outputs: 2 headphone outputs (1/4-inch), 2 balanced line outputs (1/4-inch, L/R).

Audio Mixer: 20 possible audio sources (9 stereo channels simultaneously), including combo 1 and 2 (can be combined for stereo), wireless 1 and 2, video clips, sounds, HDMI 1, 2, 3, and 4 (each can be split for two mono), Bluetooth, 3 USB audio interfaces (computers), and 2 hosting USB audio devices (microphones).

12 outputs with custom routing options, including live mix, headphone 1, headphone 2, recording, monitors, USB Main, USB Chat, USB 1, 2, 4, and 5, and Bluetooth. Each output can be independently configured with custom level, mute status, and level offset settings for each of the 9 inputs.

Audio Processing: APHEX® VoxLab™ Processing per channel, with advanced APHEX® granular processing on each channel including Compressor, Equalizer (EQ), De-esser, Panning, Noise Gate, High-pass Filter, Aural Exciter™, and Big Bottom™.

Preamps: Frequency range of 20Hz – 20kHz, input gain up to 76dB, and equivalent input noise of -131.5dBV (A-weighted).

 

Streaming, Recording And Software Specifications

Direct Streaming: Real-Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP/RTMPS) over Ethernet or Wi-Fi.

Supported Platforms: Youtube Live, Twitch Live, Facebook Live, Twitter/X Live, and custom servers.

Network: Ethernet (10/100/1000 BaseT) and Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 and 5GHz) for streaming, configuration, remote control with a computer, and over-the-air updates.

Storage Media: External USB mass storage device (exFAT format) for recordings.

Video Recording: Program feed as an H.264/AVC MP4 file with embedded AAC stereo mix.

Isolated (ISO) Video Recording: 6 video inputs and 1 program feed as independent H.264/AVC files (up to 1080p30).

Audio Recording: Stereo mix WAV audio file.

Multitrack Audio Recording: 9 independent stereo WAV audio files.

RØDE Central Companion Software: Scene builder for advanced construction of scenes and remote control of the device, auto-switching configuration based on audio input, advanced configuration and control of audio sources, processing, and routing, stream profiles for configuration of streaming settings and profiles, and device configuration for advanced settings and customizations.

Compatible Operating Systems: macOS 10.15 or later and Windows 10.

 

Power And Mechanical Specifications

Power Supply Requirements: USB-C PD 60W, 20V 3A
Weight (grams): 1257
Dimensions (millimetres):
Length: 132.5
Width: 305.9
Height: 61.4

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