The RØDECaster Video Core is an innovative all-in-one console for video and audio production, providing a complete solution for producing professional content. Designed for software-based control or as part of a modular production setup with RØDECaster Sync, it offers the same advanced production power as the RØDECaster Video in a streamlined form factor, combining powerful video switching, recording, and production tools with a fully integrated professional audio mixer. Delivering seamless integration with the RØDECaster Pro II and RØDECaster Duo for maximum flexibility, the RØDECaster Video Core ensures broadcast-quality results for video podcasts, live streams, and studio productions.

Key Features:

Switch between up to four video sources and five fully customisable scenes
High-performance octa-core CPU video and audio processor
Three full HD (1080p) HDMI inputs with auto frame rate conversion and one configurable HDMI output for viewing program, preview and multi-view
Two flexible USB-C ports for connecting select video and audio devices
Two studio-grade Neutrik® combo jacks with ultra-low noise, high-gain Revolution Preamps™ for capturing pristine audio from XLR microphones, instruments, or any other audio source
Powerful APHEX® audio processing, including an EQ, compressor, noise gate, high-pass filter, de-esser, and the legendary Aural Exciter™, Big Bottom™ and Compellor™ effects
Turn your RØDECaster Pro II or Duo into a modular production hub with RØDECaster Sync, unlocking expanded audio and video inputs/outputs.
Support for network cameras (including PTZ operation) with up to four NDI inputs® and one output via Ethernet, plus dual-cam streaming with the free RØDE Capture app for iOS devices
Media playback, keying, transitions, multi-source scenes, graphic overlays, audio mixing and advanced configuration via the RØDECaster App
Connect an external SSD via USB to record video or output directly to a computer via UVC
Remote control, user-assignable graphics and media, custom scene building, audio mixing and effects, and other advanced configuration options via RØDECaster App
Intelligent auto-switching for seamless hands-free switching of video sources and scenes based on audio inputs
EDL Export for DaVinci Resolve, importing switch, transition, graphic and timeline data for faster editing in post-production
Dual USB-C audio interfaces for simultaneous connection to two computers and/or mobile devices
Stream directly to all major platforms via Ethernet and record directly to an external USB storage device, including isolated (ISO) recording for complete post-editing flexibility.
Designed and made in RØDE’s state-of-the-art facilities in Sydney, Australia

Video Specs:

Video Input Feeds: 4 Simultaneous
HDMI Inputs: 3 Type-A (HDMI1.4b)
USB (UVC) Inputs: 1 Multi-function USB-C for UVC Video
HDMI Outputs: 1 Configurable - Preview, Program, Multiview
Video Input Frame Rates: 1920x1080p: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 (HDMI only). 1920x1080i: 25, 29.97, 30
Video Output Frame Rates: 1920x1080p: 24, 25, 30, 50, 60
Video Streaming Standards: 1920x1080p: 23.98, 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

Audio Specs:

Analog Audio Inputs: 2 combo jacks (microphone, line, or instrument) with Revolution Preamps™
Digital Audio Inputs: USB 1: 2-in/2-out or multichannel (20-in) output, USB 1 Chat (uses USB 1 port): 2-in/2-out with mix-minus, USB 2: 2-in/2-out with MFi support, USB 4: compatible with RØDE USB microphones and RØDECaster Pro II and Duo
Analog Audio Outputs: 2 headphone outputs (1/4-inch)
Audio Processing: APHEX® VoxLab™ Processing: per channel, Advanced APHEX® granular processing on each channel: Compressor, Equaliser (EQ), De-esser, Panning, Noise Gate, High-pass Filter, Aural Exciter™, Big Bottom™
Preamps: Frequency range: 20Hz – 20kHz, Input gain: up to 76dB Input, Equivalent Input Noise: -131.5dBV (A-weighted)
Streaming Sample Rate / Bit Depth: 48kHz / 32-bit
Recording Sample Rate / Bit Depth: 48kHz / 24-bit
Audio Mixer: 16 possible audio sources (9 stereo channels simultaneously): combo 1 and 2 (can be combined for stereo), video clips, sounds, HDMI 1, 2 and 3 (each can be split for two mono), 3 USB audio interfaces (computers), 1 hosting USB audio device (USB microphone), 4 network. 11 Outputs with Custom Routing: live mix, headphone 1, headphone 2, recording, USB 1 Chat, USB 1, USB 2, USB 4, Bluetooth, HDMI A, Network. Note: Each output can be independently configured with custom level, mute status and level offset settings for each of the 9 inputs.

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