GEAR MINI TESTS
This issue, we examine Rode’s first-ever all-in-one video and audio podcasting console, a pair of Polar Pro filters, Fujifilm’s X-M5 and more
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storage device, including multi-track and isolated recording, to afford total flexibility in post. However, this is in 8-bit only, so not the high-bit-rate options most cameras are capable of. Although dipping a toe into the waters of streaming can seem complicated, Rode has done its best to keep things as easy as possible. To get the signal into the unit from your cameras, there are four HDMI inputs and two USB-C ideal for webcams, so you can switch between six video sources simultaneously. Rode is now selling some natty multicoloured HDMI cables to help identify which lead is from which camera. This might not sound important, but with so much going on every little helps. Audio from your cameras comes in with these HDMI signals, but there is also a pair of XLR combo jacks linked
£954/$1199 is the best all-in-one video production unit we’ve tested. Simply plug in your cameras, audio, monitor, computer and hard drive and you’re ready to make high-quality, multicamera shows – either live or recorded. You can load graphics such as lower-thirds captions also, to make pro-level programmes from one unit. This is set to compete with the current standard set-up that many use: a Rodecaster for audio linked to a Blackmagic Atem for video switching. Unless you need advanced features like NDI for PTZ cameras, the Rodecaster Video is exactly what the market needs as the call for streaming grows. To make streaming as simple as possible, the Rodecaster Video is set up to stream directly to all major platforms via Wi-Fi, Ethernet or USB and record directly to an external USB
RODECASTER VIDEO £954/$1199 rode.com
Years of experience making cost- effective and easy solutions for audio podcasting has worked wonders for Rode in its first production console that combines a pro-level audio studio with video switching, production and recording capabilities. The Rodecaster Video is built to make it as easy as possible to make professional-quality video productions, from video podcasters to live streamers and even smaller broadcasters covering events. It all comes in one small box, which at
PLUG AND PLAY Video podcasting is now far more accessible thanks to Rode’s new desktop unit
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