The three MISSING features of the RØDECaster Video

[@LePubPattaya]

Aaron, of the 20 million Rodecaster Video videos I’ve seen so far, literally every one of my favorite tech reviewers has made at least three, this is the best yet. Really honest stuff. Thank you.

[@getsomesports13]

The audio call out is a super good suggestion!

[@jwong7316]

In the interim, would this be solved by connecting the RCP or RCPII to the Rodecaster Video? Am asking because you've raised a really good point, and if I can't do that, I can't use this until it get this audio feature you suggested.

[@carpetbomberz]

Nice topic! Really hit some good points for the perfect mini-switcher. And boy did this thing get good views and comments. 👍

[@TheRealJPAdventures]

Good stuff! Good point on mapping HDMI outputs. Yes, having an AFV effect with a scene setup would be good when live and switching between audio sources to not be hot or live on air while other content is played. Maybe, they could create hotkey function to assign then map with stream deck or other process.

[@bkdasa]

Excellent observations! Thank you! When I was experimenting the Rodecaster Video, these are the stumbling blocks I also ran into and I returned the unit for good. No visible mixer on the unit and even the scenes are also A,B,C,D, and so on and unlike Streak Deck Deck buttons it does not show any name on the button! So, I have to put sticky labels to know which button is what scene, etc. Also to add, (1) It does not support some of the common webcams such as Anker C200. While my ECamm and OBS nicely pick up these webcams, why this unit is so picky.. (2) There is no support for Stream Deck to be used. What if I have more than 7 scenes (A,B,D.. crap)? While this machine sounds good having so many things, I felt that my hands are tied to use the features efficiently. The control display is so minicure to use especially when you are streaming and many things to take care at the same time. No NDI support either. I am happy with ECamm and not switching to this RodeCaster Video!

[@teonesofle]

with the amount of quality updates ive seen on the rodecaster pro 2, im sure rode will keep those updates coming for this

[@aaronpk]

I totally agree!

[@BigBenX]

#2 is what I would love the most. Honestly if that overlay button could also play video for transitions, tickers, and live graphics, then this would be overpowered! I used the Rodecaster Video for my first livestream last week and it was the easiest livestream ever.

[@jwong7316]

This is a feature that would have so many use cases out there, including houses or worship. Great idea! I really hope Rode is listening to your suggestions.

No NDI, No Mac screenshare work as a video input is big missing features

[@PiersCawley]

The limited HDMI routing is definitely something that makes me think twice, but it's surely something that can be fixed in a forthcoming firmware update.

[@epichuman2582]

i wish they add Browser in the Rode Central scene

[@kalkydra]

So, what you're saying is that this device, as it stands now, isn't a good substitute for video game streaming compared to using an Elgato Cam Link Pro and OBS? Cheers!

[@augiearvizo]

Great video. I know the Streamer X is a different product altogether but it does 4K and good mic input, if I have the money to get RCV should I. I’m wondering Streamer X with additional capture device will allow software to do everything RCV does with multi inputs

[@aaronpk]

I'm not even sure there is any way to make a direct comparison like this. The Streamer X is a capture card with a lot of audio processing features built in, but as far as video goes, it's just a single-camera capture card. So you of course can do a bunch of stuff in software with multiple capture cards, but that's a very different workflow than the RØDECaster Video.

[@profhaub]

:Agree that the keying feature is VERY limited. I would like the keying feature to be available with media. Using an input solely for keying is an issue. If newer UVC cameras could work (e.g. insta360 or Obsbot Tail/Tiny) in usb inputs, then it would be more feasible to dedicate an HDMI input to "keyed" options (tablet, laptop, or phone). THANK YOU for the great review of this equipment.

[@yorkie984]

For me, I would have liked more instant audio control, faders for audio channels ideally.

[@aaronpk]

Yeah I think I mentioned this in another video or maybe a livestream, I'd really like a controller roughly the size of the Rodecaster duo but all it does is control the audio mix in the Rodecaster video.

[@yorkie984]

@@aaronpk That's similar to what I would have hoped for and I told Rode this on their socials. They were very good at engaging with me, however my preference wouldm have been for something more like a Rodecaster but with the RHS of the console dedicated to the video buttons as I think as this stage, we can do without the stored sound FX. For a company which has traditionally made audio products, I feel as if they leant too much towards video with this product and I think they really missed out by not having audio controls on the front panel. Maybe a future product will address this but for now, the ATEM mini series has more audio control on the panel, albeit only channel selection and muting, but it's more than this product has.

[@aaronpk]

@@yorkie984 I agree, even just the simple mute buttons on the ATEM are useful!

[@DocFUNKist]

Excellent video and excellent feedback,

[@thethirdrailchannel]

Good adds, plus a $300 price drop would help.

[@krishnansrinivasan830]

Awesome & Thanks :)

[@myemuk]

There is one feature more what is missing in this awesome device - NDI support.

[@micahdotpage]

1. NDI 2. NDI 3. NDI

[@ActionSportsNorway]

What about web pages as overlay, like from streaming bots - is that possible?? What about NDI in (from newblue captivate) and output??

[@aaronpk]

Not possible at the moment. Those would be great updates to get too!

[@ActionSportsNorway]

@@aaronpk Then I save my money for now. Hope they fix this.

[@mattwruff]

My problem with the RCV is also it's greatest strength. I know I'm old school, but I like physical controls. So you pay for all of the audio ability with no way to use it easy on they fly. I think they made a huge mistake! I'm not anti-RODE I had the RCP and now I have the RCPII and it great. I don't need the RCV to do audio I just want it to work nicely with my RCPII. There are places this would fit if someone doesn't already have a good sound board, but I have no need to pay (probably half the cost) for an internal Rodecaster DUO when I already have an RCPII.

[@aaronpk]

It would have definitely been interesting to go the other route with this and make it a video-only switcher that relies on the RØDECaster Duo/Pro for audio. I wonder if that could have made it cheaper too.

[@mattwruff]

@@aaronpk I think it could have been half the price. (or close)

[@drumcatnau]

There's a bunch of things that can be worked around, but the audio is a big problem. It's why right now I'd still have to route audio into PC, and that's annoying.

[@asquelt]

wait, there is no midi control built in besides it has so many USB in/outs? how dull.

[@petefrasersoft]

Press and hold the encoder when in Audio level setting mutes/unmutes

[@aaronpk]

That helps, still not fast enough for a live event

[@VDeeO_Buff]

Am I restricted to using Rode mics only when using this switcher? Is it compatible with non-Rode kit? I’d be very surprised if it wasnt compatible with non-Rode kit, but I’m guessing that rumour is false, right?

[@aaronpk]

You can of course connect any XLR mics, but the wireless and USB mic functions are limited to RØDE mics

[@VDeeO_Buff]

@@aaronpk Thanks Aaron. That’s disappointing to hear, and to be honest, a deal breaker for me if only Rode wireless and usb mics will work with this switcher. i much prefer gear with wide compatibility across devices, the less restrictions on shoots the better!

[@aaronpk]

I suspect with wireless mics it's just that every wireless mic uses their own custom connection so it's really only possible to work with their own brand. The USB audio should theoretically be possible to use other devices since there are USB audio standards, but I suspect they limited that just to reduce the number of weird issues their support would get when people try to connect strange devices. You can already sort of see that happening with the webcam input, because it only works with certain types of webcams, people plug in a random webcam and it doesn't show up and then are confused why.

[@beesteadyproductions]

@@VDeeO_Buff every single wireless mic kit runs its own protocol. Show me any 2 brands of wireless transmitters and receivers that are inter-compatible. You can plug in any normal audio source. Its not fussy. Usb audio in however can run from any audio interface as far as i know. But the wireless mic integration is built for the Wireless Go II’s.

[@jsr05Motovolgr]

Nice sir

[@weslymathurin1656]

What about lower third like Yolobox ultra so being able to write your own on the fly in stead of bringing lower third from a third party

[@aaronpk]

There's just the 7 graphics slots for that, so you have to create them as images and load them in. There's no built in graphics generator at the moment.

[@weslymathurin1656]

@@aaronpk maybe they can add that on the next firmware update and even partner with other companies for better third graphics almost like VMix or Wirecast and beyond that this device is 80% perfect

[@jsr05Motovolgr]

Black magic smooth video switcher..

[@sibertiger17]

Still no support to bring in multiple remote guests from Zoom or Skype to use as video sources...all these boxes are useless to podcasters that have hosts all over the country

[@aaronpk]

It's going to be a while before you see native integration of remote guests in a hardware switcher. The yolobox already has support for that built in though.

[@sibertiger17]

@@aaronpk the YOLO box does? Which version of it? Does it work well?