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

Features

• Switch between up to four video sources and five fully customizable 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, highpass filter, de-esser and the legendary Aural Exciter™, Big Bottom™ and Compellor™ effects
• Connect to a RØDECaster Pro II or Duo using RØDECaster Sync, creating a fully integrated video and audio system, with hands-on control over your entire production alongside expanded inputs and outputs
• Connect an external SSD via USB to record video or output directly to a computer via UVC
• 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
• 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
• 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

Specifications

Video

• Video Input Feeds: 4 simultaneous
  
• HDMI Inputs: 3 type-A (HDMI 1.4b)
  
• USB (UVC) Inputs: 1 multi-function USB-C for UVC video
  
• HDMI Outputs: 1 configurable – Preview, Program, Multiview, Inputs 1 - 4
  
• 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 Format: 4:4:4 RGB / 8-bit
  
• HDMI Input Format: 4:4:4 RGB, 4:4:4 YUV, 4:2:2 YUV / 8, 10, 12-bit
  
• USB (UVC) Input Format: 4:2:2 YUV, 4:2:0 YUV (NV12)
  
• HDMI Output Format: 4:4:4 RGB, 4:4:4 YUV / 8-bit
  
• USB (UVC) Output Format: 4:2:2 YUV / 8-bit
  
• Format and Frame Rate Converters: On all HDMI and USB inputs
  
• NDI Protocols: Single TCP, Multicast
  
• NDI Formats: Hx2, Hx3
  
• NDI Video Codecs: H.264, HEVC/H.265, 4:2:0, 8-bit
• NDI Audio Codecs: AAC-LC, L-PCM Stereo 2.0 at 48kHz
  
• NDI Interfaces: Wired Ethernet

Switching

• Total Number of Layers: 9 simultaneous in Preview and Program
  
• Downstream Keyers: 2 (overlays and logo)
  
• Chroma/Luma Keyers: 2 (Green, Blue, Luma)
  
• Media Players: 2 simultaneous
  
• Transitions: SMPTE wipes, dip and fade
  
• True Preview: Display complete scenes and overlays simultaneously in preview and program
  
• Generated Borders: All scenes
  
• Multiview
  
  • Program and preview
    
  • Live inputs, scene and media thumbnails
    
  • Audio mixer and channel status
    
  • Recording, network and storage status
    
  • Run time, date and time information
    
• Media Player
  
  • 24GB on-board storage
    
  • Videos: MP4
    
  • Images: PNG, JPG
    
  • Audio: WAV

Audio

• 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 & 5: 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), 2 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, USB 5, 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.

Streaming, Recording and Software

• Direct Streaming: Real Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP) over Ethernet
  
• Supported Platforms:
  
  • Youtube Live
    
  • Twitch Live
    
  • Facebook Live
    
  • Twitter/X Live
    
  • Custom server
    
• Network: Ethernet (10/100/1000 BaseT) for streaming, configuration, remote control with computer and overthe-air updates
  
• RØDECaster App Companion Software:
  
  • Scene builder: advanced construction of scenes and remote control of device
  • Auto-switching: configuration of automatic switching based on audio input
  • Audio mixer: advanced configuration and control of audio sources, processing and routing
  • Stream profiles: configuration for streaming settings and profiles
• Device configuration: advanced settings and customizations
  
• Storage Media: External USB mass storage device (exFAT format) for recordings
  
• Video Recording: Program feed as H.264/AVC MP4 file with embedded AAC stereo mix
  
• Isolated (ISO) Video Recording: 4 video inputs and 1 Program feed as independent H.264/AVC files (up to 1080p30)
  
• Audio Recording: Stereo mix WAV audio file
  
• Multitrack Audio Recording: 9 independent stereo WAV audio files
  
• Compatible Operating Systems:
  
  • macOS 11 or later
    
  • Windows 10 Version 1803 or later,
    
  • Windows 11

Power and Mechanical

• Power Supply Requirements: USB-C PD 45W, 20V 2.25A
  
• Weight (grams): 705
  
• Dimensions (millimeters):
  
  • Length: 239
    
  • Width: 125
    
  • Height: 45.5