Stream Dudes carries a variety of switchers and encoders to suit nearly every production need. Click here to review a select few dynamite, “Dude Approved” switchers and encoders.
BirdDog 4K Quad
Four channels of 4K video for under $2k. It has never been easier to upgrade your studio to 4K over NDI. One device does it all and for much less than you would expect. Encode, decode and cross convert--all within a compact box.
BirdDog Studio NDI Encoder/Decoder
The product that started it all. Take full advantage of NDI technology with this premium interface device. More than just taking cameras to your network, the Studio NDI also gives you tally and IP-based coms, all within a single unit.
BirdDog Mini NDI Encoder/Decoder
Everything you loved about the Studio NDI, but in a compact, more affordable package. The BirdDog Mini is tabbed the "ultimate entry point into the world of NDI encoding and decoding." You can: send or receive full-quality NDI video; add affordable coms into your production; or tuck it behind a monitor for a cost-effective NDI video receiver for digital signage.
The Dude PC by Stream Dudes
The Dude PC is built BY Producers FOR Producers. Each Dude PC is custom built to our specs (or yours) and includes an industry-leading three-year warranty. Based on your needs, Stream Dudes will custom build your new switcher, and send it turnkey to you for your use. We build each system to be expandable in the future, so you can easily grow with your needs.
The Dude Rack 4 & 8 by Stream Dudes
For the content producer seeking “more” from their production, The Dude Rack is the perfect solution. Designed for ruggedness and for secure transportation, The Dude Rack takes all of the power The Dude PC and fits it inside a 2U (or 4U) rack case. Perfect for production trucks, studio installations, or even within a rack case; The Dude Rack brings more power to your productions, while offering a flexible design.
JVC ProHD Studio 4000
A better broadcast is a touch away. Designed for ease of use, the JVC ProHD Studio 4000 brings big features to a simple interface that anybody can operate. Live switching, streaming, and JVC camera control are easily accessed via a touchscreen interface. The ProHD Studio 4000 makes live video production easy and affordable.
JVC ProHD Studio 4000S
Slow motion, instant replay has never been easier. Based around a simple touchscreen interface, the JVC ProHD Studio 4000S is a real game changer. More than just instant replay, the ProHD Studio 4000S is a complete video production solution with NDI. Add it to your existing workflow or use it as its own all-in-one solution, the ProHD Studio 4000S is all you need for professional sports streaming.
Production Bot Switch 4
Production Bot is a true workhorse, created by and for video production experts. Each ProBot is ready to report for duty. Although vMix 4K software comes standard on the Switch 4, the open platform allows you to use it whichever way you desire.
Production Bot Switch 8
Production Bot is a true workhorse, created by and for video production experts. Each ProBot is ready to report for duty. Although vMix Pro software comes standard on the Switch 8, the open platform allows you to use it whichever way you desire.
Quicklink Enterprise and Enterprise Quad 2 Playout Servers
Back in the studio, Quicklink has your content handled with the Enterprise and Enterprise Quad 2 playout servers. Designed to effortlessly receive, decode, manage and play out live (or recorded) video, these servers simply your workflow.
QuickLink Midi Backpack 4.0
For those times when the entire show needs to be “live on location,” Quicklink has the encoding tools you need. Making remote broadcasting easier, the Midi Backpack sends low latency video over a bonded cellular (and/or WiFi network) connection back to the studio.
Roland V-1SDI
Flexible and versatile, the Roland V-1SDI makes switching 3G SDI and HDMI cameras and sources easy and affordable. Compact and portable, the V-1SDI comes complete with a T-Fader, backlit buttons, and delivers professional switching results. With support for 3G-SDI, the V-1SDI can operate at full 1080p resolution and can take advantage of the longer cable distance runs associated with SDI.
Roland V-60HD
Roland continues to impress with their no frills, reliable switchers. While these aren’t all-in-one systems, they are great at what they do and are matched perfectly with complementary components to create simple and reliable workflows. Roland brings smart switching and a feature-rich experience to its users.
Roland VR-4HD
The VR-4HD was designed for single-person operation, and enables easy switching and mixing of sound and video. Digital Signal Processing (DSP) along with hardware faders, buttons and touch screen interface, make it an easy A/V solution for anyone to learn and use. Integrating a digital audio mixer, video switcher, multi-viewer touch screen and USB video/audio streaming interface, The VR-4HD is ideal for schools, churches, council meetings, corporate events, training sessions, or any other live event.
Switchblade 2U and 4U
Building a rackmount vMix Reference System can be a daunting task. The skilled team at Switchblade Systems has done a great job building a solid system at a good price. These vMix-powered rack units are a great balance between power and price.
Switchblade Flyk and Splyce
The first truly “mini” all-in-one broadcasting solution. Built around the powerful vMix production software, the Switchblade Flyk and Splyce offer the ability to stream live video, playback video clips, record in a variety of formats, chroma key, overlay graphics and much more. Utilizing the input and output features of NDI, these powerful systems are perfect for any podcaster, or for any professional who needs affordability and portability in their broadcasts.
Switchblade M7
The Switchblade M7 is one of the most flexible video production solutions currently available. It’s small footprint only occupies 8" x 6" x 13" of space, yet when fully optioned out, a powerful i9-9900K with eight (8) professional video inputs awaits your production. Best of all, the Switchblade M7 come in two basic trim levles and with a choice of SDI, HDMI or BOTH types of inputs. Pricing starts at just under $3,000 for a real compact video production solution.
Switchblade Rayzor
Compact in size, but BIG on production power. The Rayzor may be small enough to fit into a backpack, but it has the power to run an entire production. (4) SDI inputs, NDI, SSD for storage and a real GPU all come together inside of the Switchblade Rayzor. There is no longer a need to compromise performance, when trying to save on equipment size.
Switchblade Turbo Complete
Exactly as the name implies, this is truly a complete broadcasting solution. More than just a powerful suitcase-sized switcher, the Switchblade Turbo Complete also gives you (2) 4K cameras, a portable IP control surface, a full graphics suite, and more. This solution gives you more than you bargained for… in a good way.
Teradek Bond Backpack
The definitive mission-critical broadcast solution. When paired with the Cube series of encoders, the Bond allows for the addition of four USB modem connections for reliable streaming and transmission.
Teradek Cube
Compact versatility at its finest. Packed with a multitude of streaming protocols, the Cube can be tailored to fit any workflow or scenario.
Teradek T-Rax
Teradek just upped its streaming game. T-Rax is an affordable, modular, mix-and-match, video encoding and/or decoding solution. Perfect for a broadcast station looking to encode or decode multiple streams of video, the T-Rax allows you to expand with your needs.