Professional video production has never been morepersonalized than with VidBlasterX and Stream Dudes. Like many of our otherrecommended broadcast solutions, Stream Dudes found the unique modularity andsolid performance found in VidBlasterX a winning combination for contentproducers looking for a customized production experience.
VidBlasterX unites the power of a multicamera switcher with frame synchronizers, video playback, high-quality recording, keying and more. The modular design of VidBlasterX makes it possible to design your workflow for your specific production needs. VidBlasterX can grow from a versatile vision mixer used to drive video boards, to a fully functional, broadcast and streaming solution with slow-motion, instant replay.
Capture Windows Programs to Use as Sources
Easily bring in documents, spreadsheets, video conferences, or any other content from Windows directly into your production with the Windows Capture Module.
PowerPoint Integration and Control
The PowerPoint module adds the ability to not only use a PowerPoint presentation as a source, but to also advance slides and control the presentation from within VidBlasterX.
Advanced API Commands and Triggers
Professional automation is made possible via the included TCP Server Module, making the remote triggering of a variety of events within VidBlasterX possible.
For the best experience with VidBlasterX, we recommend the Dude PC for VidBlaster. Originally designed with VidBlasterX software in mind, the Dude PC for VidBlaster is a 16-core powerhouse that easily can run any edition of VidBlasterX while still being affordable and expandable. To learn more about the the Dude PC for Vidblaster, click here.
VidBlasterX is a multiple camera, multiple source, video production and recording solution that easily can scale to any size production. Developed by Mike Versteeg, a software developer with over 20 years of experience, VidBlasterX was designed to be high-quality, yet easy to use. To learn more about VidBlasterX go to or read about features and how-tos at
In part 4 of my how-to series, I spoke about mixing various audio sources together. In this one I will describe how to mix your various video signals together with the mixed audio to produce a final product.
During the first episode of Week In Review, we had spent too much money on needed audio and video equipment that we were broke. But by our second episode we had enough capital to purchase the Home version of VidBlaster.
Our upgrade plan is pretty easy to guess. The Professional Edition of VidBlaster increases the module limit to 25 and with these additional modules we will be changing the configuration and adding new modules.
At this point you have all the tools to produce videos and broadcast them LIVE for less than $700 + tax. From this point forward we will focus in on hosting services (parts 6, 7 and 10), as well as post production (part 8 and 9) and lastly publicizing your new show online using social networking tools (part 11).
After yet another dose of online research I discovered that an audio mixer was required in order to inject audio from multiple sources into my VidBlaster video mixer software. This meant a trip to my local audio shop for some physical research. Based on my previous research I knew I had to ask for a mixer that supported 2 mic inputs (mono) and 3 Line inputs (stereo). My local shop pointed me to the mixer display room and pointed me at the 5 channel mixers. I asked a few simple questions and quickly discovered he knew less than nothing on mixers and I was on my own. After a while of looking around I came across the Xenyx 1002B 5-Channel compact mixer for only $108. Hashing it out in my head I realized this will perfectly fit my needs.
Once I got it home I set about calculating the wiring I would need to get everything hooked up. Visio helped me draw the mixer out and calculate my wiring needs. According to the diagram and looking at my hardware I determined I would need the following wires which were reasonably priced at my local RadioShack:
It is hard to determine an upgrade path to this device. The cost of audio mixers allowed me to choose one that would perfectly suit my needs and provide plenty of room to grow. For example, if I were to have a 3rd in-studio guest, I would only need to purchase a 3rd microphone and cable. If a 4th were to arrive, a 4th mic/cable and I could push the computer signal over to where the MP3 player is.
Here is an image of my first test. It was directly being compared to an old webcam I was using before and demonstrates the higher quality of the broadcasted image. Click it to view it larger and see the clarity the LifeCam Cinema provides over my older HP standard definition webcam.
During my research I discovered many options available for supplying the video I want. Some were much pricier than the option I chose, however some of these are in my upgrade plans if the show takes off.
UltraStudio supports more editing, design and video software than any other capture product, freeing you to work with your favorite creative software. UltraStudio also supports any Mac OS and Windows video software and because they connect via a simple Thunderbolt connection you can move your UltraStudio between computers as you need! Get full editing compatibility with DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro X, Media Composer, Premiere Pro CC and more! Create stunning visual effects with After Effects CC and Photoshop CC. Perform unparalleled color correction using DaVinci Resolve. Work seamlessly with ProTools for audio production. With such a wide range of software support, UltraStudio is perfect for every part of your workflow!
UltraStudio supports WDM and DirectShow so you can capture high quality video straight into your Windows NLE workflow! With WDM and DirectShow compatibility, UltraStudio allows your acquisition, editing and post processing workflow to be entirely configured on the Windows platform and works with hundreds of post production and broadcast software utilities such as such as MAGIX Vegas Pro, VidBlasterX, vMix, Xsplit Broadcaster and many more! With WDM and DirectShow support, UltraStudio gives you the freedom to configure your Windows system exactly the way you want!
Blackmagic Media Express software comes free with every UltraStudio model. Media Express lets you batch capture and playback 2D or even dual stream stereoscopic 3D in uncompressed YUV 4:2:2 and RGB 4:4:4 QuickTime, AVI and DPX, or compressed ProRes, DVCPRO and MJPEG files. UltraStudio models also include Blackmagic LiveKey and Blackmagic Disk Speed Test. LiveKey lets you insert logos and other graphics in real time using SDI outputs. Disk Speed Test checks your disk array and gives you an easy to understand speed test with the results in video frames per second!
Feature film and TVC post production of today demands the highest quality compositing technology, so UltraStudio works with Fusion, After Effects CC, Photoshop CC and Smoke. For powerful digital compositing use Fusion Studio which allows you to mix dozens of live action, matte paintings, 2D and 3D CGI layers! Because After Effects CC is QuickTime based, it works with all Blackmagic Design media, so you can integrate UltraStudio effortlessly into your After Effects CC and Photoshop CC post production workflow!
When you need to run your broadcast programming remotely, for either a broadcast network, radio station or a television station, UltraStudio can be easily combined within your broadcast automation workflow. On Mac you can use the Tools On Air just: Broadcast Suite, Softron OnTheAir, MovieRecorder and OnTheAir CG. On Windows, you get compatibility with Vidblaster X, Studio and Broadcast, Uniplay and Playbox AirBox.
Resolume software supports all UltraStudio capture and playback products straight out of the box! With UltraStudio and Resolume you can capture and play back any QuickTime and AVI video files, as well as Flash animations and text overlays with your WAV and AIFF audio files. With Resolume Arena you can even use SMPTE timecode captured by UltraStudio to synchronize clips with lasers, lights, fireworks displays or anything you can imagine for the most mind blowing VJ performances!
UltraStudio is fully compatible with popular video and audio streaming software so you can get your live stream to millions of online viewers! On Mac, stream live video with Flash Media Live Encoder, Wirecast and Livestream Producer. When streaming on Windows, you get compatibility with Flash Media Live Encoder, Xsplit Broadcaster, Wirecast and Livestream Producer. Stream high quality video of live events, webcasts, educational seminars, sales presentations, concerts or even video gameplay with UltraStudio!
Available free with all UltraStudio models is an advanced developer SDK free of charge for Mac, Windows and Linux. Develop your own custom solutions to use in house or even sell! UltraStudio also includes DirectShow filters, a WDM Windows Driver and QuickTime API that lets UltraStudio models integrate seamlessly with an unbelievably wide range of applications and codecs. Develop your solutions with confidence because UltraStudio is a flexible, proven foundation that frees you to work without limitations. The SDK provides both low level control of hardware and high level interfaces which allow you to easily perform common tasks. It even lets you develop once and then easily deploy your solution across the entire range of UltraStudio capture and playback solutions from Blackmagic Design.
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