Rode RODECaster Video Switcher Interface

The RODE RØDECaster Video is a revolutionary all-in-one production console designed for content creators, live streamers, and video podcasters. It seamlessly integrates a multi-channel video switcher, a professional audio interface, and a customizable control surface into a single, compact device.

Key Features and Highlights:

• All-in-One Video and Audio Production: This is the core strength of the RØDECaster Video. It allows you to manage multiple video inputs, mix professional-grade audio, and control various production elements from one intuitive unit, significantly simplifying your setup.
• Multiple Video Inputs and Scenes:
  • 6 Video Sources: It supports up to six simultaneous video inputs, including four Full HD (1080p) HDMI inputs and two flexible USB-C inputs (for webcams or RØDE USB video devices).
  • 7 Customizable Scenes: You can create and save up to seven complex scenes with multiple layers of video, media, and graphics. These scenes can be triggered instantly with the touch of a button.
  • Auto Frame Rate Conversion: Handles different video input frame rates automatically.
  • Dual HDMI Outputs: For previewing your program, a multiview of all sources, or a dedicated program feed.
  • Intelligent Auto-Switching: This innovative feature allows the console to automatically switch camera angles or video sources based on who is speaking, ideal for video podcasts and interviews.
• Professional Audio Processing:
  • 2 x Revolution Preamps: Features two studio-grade Neutrik combo jacks with RODE’s ultra-low-noise, high-gain Revolution Preamps (up to 76dB gain) for pristine audio capture from XLR microphones and instruments.
  • Dual Internal Wireless Receivers: A unique and highly convenient feature is the integrated receiver for RODE Series IV wireless microphones (like Wireless PRO, Wireless GO II, or Wireless ME), allowing for direct connection without external receivers.
  • APHEX Audio Processing: Powerful onboard DSP provides a full suite of studio-grade effects including EQ, compressor, noise gate, high-pass filter, de-esser, and the legendary Aural Exciter, Big Bottom, and Compellor effects for each channel.
• Intuitive Control Surface:
  • 2-inch High-Resolution Touchscreen: For quick configuration, scene building, and detailed control.
  • Rotary Encoder: For precise adjustments of audio and video parameters.
  • 4 Customizable SMART Pads: These can be assigned to trigger audio playback (sound effects, jingles), voice effects, or MIDI messages to control external software (like switching scenes in OBS). You can access up to 64 actions via bank switching.
  • Dedicated Mute and Video Cut Buttons: For on-the-fly control.
• Flexible Recording and Streaming:
  • Direct Streaming: Streams directly to major platforms (YouTube Live, Twitch, Facebook Live) via Wi-Fi 6 or Ethernet using RTMP.
  • Recording to USB Storage: Records directly to an external USB mass storage device (exFAT format) with isolated (ISO) recording of all video inputs (up to 1080p30) and multitrack audio recording (9 independent stereo WAV files) for maximum post-production flexibility.
  • RODE Central Companion Software: For advanced configuration, scene building, audio mixing, and remote control.
• Built-in Chroma Keying: Automatic green screen or blue screen keying for effortlessly replacing backgrounds with media or live video inputs.