Rhodes isn’t done releasing stripped-down versions of its production tools aimed at budget-conscious creators. Today, it’s launching the Rodecaster Video Core, an all-in-one studio setup that slots beneath its flagship Rodecaster Video and its (now) mid-range Video S. It’s aimed at those who are either just stepping into this world, or already own audio gear and just want to expand to HD video as well. Arguably, the biggest change is the lack of any control over the hardware, as you’ll be running the show entirely from inside the Roadcaster app.
In terms of connectivity, you’ll find three HDMI-in, one HDMI-out, four USB-C, two 3.5mm and two Neutrik combo ports ’round the back. Connect a compatible video device to the USB-C port and you’ll be able to play up to four sources at a time, and you can even use the network camera via Ethernet. Plus, you’ll be able to use the Road Capture app to wirelessly connect the feed from an iOS device to your setup. And you’ll also be able to set it to automatically switch between feeds based on audio input, reducing your need to micromanage multi-person feeds.
And, if you already enjoy one of Rode’s audio consoles, the RodeCaster Sync app will make your life a lot easier. Essentially, if you have a Rodecaster Pro 2 or Duo, you’ll be able to connect it to your video core, allowing you to set shortcuts directly on your pad. In fact, you can run your audio and video setup from the same desk, which will hopefully reduce the amount of fiddling you’ll have to do in the middle of your stream.
Core is designed to stream directly to YouTube, Twitch, and any other platform you might want to use. You’ll be able to record your footage to an external drive and, thanks to a new firmware update to the range, you’ll also be able to output an EDL file for Davinci resolution. Oh, and you’ll now be able to import media in non-standard resolutions and aspect ratios – such as square footage from social media – which will automatically be scaled and optimized for your show.
The Roadcaster Video Core is available for pre-order now for $599, but there’s no word yet on when the robust boxes will start rolling out worldwide.
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