Time Markers- 0:00 - Take the ATEM Further 0:46 - Connect Rodecaster with Headphone Output 2:00 - Zoom Settings 2:46 - OBS Settings 4:01 - Rodecaster Monitor Outputs 5:19 - Connect Rodecaster via USB 5:42 - Zoom USB Connection Settings 6:01 - Audio/Video Sync Settings 6:33 - Adjust Sync with OBS 8:12 - Adjust Sync with ATEM Software 8:49 - Other Audio Options. 9:20 - Audio is Half of Video
Epic production Tom. I appreciate the efforts and resources you put into this to educate us. I’m glad you mentioned this hissing from the audio output, I kept thinking there something wrong with my mic and headset. Thank you.
Tom.. great work and thanks so much.. You said that there is a possible sync issue with OBS. In the case of just recording a video podcast utilizing the ATM and Rodecaster, any ideas on a stand alone sync recorder such as a Atomos or something? I am doing a two camera two mic and would like a final output to edit.
I have tried using 1/4 inch TS mono cables to a 1/8 inch TRS stereo cable and I'm getting nothing out of the Rodecaster. The Blackmagic tech support person I spoke to said the 1/4 inch cable had to be stereo which I can't find.
Tom by default the mic inputs on the ATEM are mic level inputs. Before connecting a line level output (e.g. Rodcaster) you need to go into the ATEM settings and switch the mic input to line level. Failure to do so will result in overdriven audio on the ATEM as you first saw in your video when the meter was pegged red. FYI.
I bought the same red cable that Tom showed in his video for my RCP II and changed the ATEM mic1 to "line". When I stream or record to disk from the ATEM I get a buzzing or humming noise. If I use OBS to stream or record and use the RCP II main as my audio source everything works just fine. I'm still working to figure this out :) Here is a sample of what I am getting... ruclips.net/video/d3N25iThcno/видео.html
So I’m curious, do you have to use a computer to do a livestream with the ATEM & Rodecaster Pro 2 or can’t you just hook up your mics to Rodecaster Pro 2 and cameras to ATEM and stream from there?
I'm watching all your videos! I started by watching all your Rodecaster Pro related videos, today I went to the store and bought one for myself! Rode, sponsor this man, I'm sure many others bought Rode products just by watching your videos, and not because you promote Rode, but because you provide an honest opinion, at least that is the feeling I'm getting from your videos! Thanks for the excellent advice!
Haha, I'm so glad to hear this. I didn't realize how much Rode stuff I had until I started making videos about it. It really just sits in that sweet spot of price/features/quality. There are other really great brands out there too of course, but I also like that Rode designs and makes everything themselves in Australia.
@@tombuck I wasn't aware of that! I first time heard from your video, and then I run a mini fact check, and indeed Rode has the whole production chain in Australia, which is really great! Not only they support local economy, but the more business act like that, the better the macroeconomic perspective of both the businesses and the country. I'm still playing with rodecaster pro like a kid since yesterday haha
As I've slowly been getting into the world of live streaming having content like this in invaluable. Thanks for putting these videos together. Incredibly helpful and well put together.
Clapping 👏🏼 at the beginning of a podcast is a good tip for beginners. You can match the audio spike in the video and audio tracks to synch audio with video. 👍🏼
I have to give you props on your ability to squeeze so much content out of one piece of gear (the rode procaster), I need to take some notes for my channel. I lost count of how many videos involve that thing but I won't lie, I've watched all of them. I didn't even need to read the hilarious giant manual cards when mine showed up, I already knew everything I needed thanks to these vids. You're killing it man
I'm glad it's helping, and yes, the giant cards are hilarious! It's a real tool that I actually use, so rather than move on to some other thing, I like to show all the different ways this can be utilized.
Fast forward to today. ATEM Mini Pro has Fairlight, which makes the Rodecaster Pro practically redundant for the audio aspect of a video streaming setup. I would use an iPad into Mic 2, for sound effects on the ATEM. The Rodecaster would be useful for handling mix minus scenarios, however. Just my 2 cents worth. Thanks for all your excellent videos, by the way.
you can monitor the sound from the atem software, in the audio tab, also, you have audio meters on the multiview of the pro and pro iso atems you can also sync audio and video with the included delay control in the atem software. to sync the audio and the video in the computer, you can use the sync block in audio hijack
This is an amazing set up in your home office. I am new and I am just starting with windows to go live streaming for zoom calls, and small groups. So I am trying to create a home office/studio. Thanks as always for sharing. Great video,
@Tom Buck thank you so much for this!! I had been using the CamLink 4K for my Canon so that I could go live, and I had a Rodecaster Pro for my audio for my podcasts. I struggled with the video quality and zoom and all of that good stuff before! After some research and watching several of your videos, my atem is on its way and now I know exactly how I should attach it to my rodecaster! Thank you for all of these videos!! You have a new subscriber and I’ll be following for more!! Oh, and I’m realizing now that I’m typing this out from my HVAC business’s page and not the podcast...I’ll subscribe from the service business mastery podcast page too! Thank you again!!
Thanks, Tom! If you remember, I asked you this exact question a few weeks ago. I took your advice ( use your preferred method) and everything has worked perfectly since I set it up. Thank you so much. This video really explained the options well.
I knew everything that you talked about and I already experimented and I already did it with my zoom H5 recorder but I still enjoyed your video. I think you're one of my favorite creators on the platform. My one of my top five for sure. Keep making great content. And love your podcasts all of them especially the one with Peter. Got to say the one with Peter and got me by surprise but I'm so happy you started it it's like so fun to listen to you guys.
Wow, thank you so much! It's been a while since Peter and I recorded (we've both had some crazy schedules lately), but I'm hoping to get back at it quick!
I use them both connected to the MacBook Pro through USB C, with OBS. I usually get between 150 to 200 ms delay on the video so if I delay the audio about that much, it syncs perfectly.
I've now watched multiple videos of yours in a row and you are brilliant. Looking at the comments, others agree. Thank you for such amazing and helpful insights. Wow. You're incredibly cool for taking the time to show and describe all of this.
Thank you for this Jason! Reading this totally makes my day. I'm glad the video was helpful and I really appreciate the time you took to leave such an awesome comment 👍
Great video. IMHO The second approach is the right way. Connect the two devices to your computer. In the first approach, you are sending a line level signal (headphone out) to a mic level input on the atem mini... This will bring up noise and hiss. Line level signals should not be sent to a mic level input if you have other options.
I would of loved to have seen a comparison between going through the rode caster to hear the quality difference between that and just going straight into the ATEM mini.
Amazing videos. They did help me to choose the equipments to buy a week ago. Am enjoying my tutorial classes being a beginner and you just awesome. Barikiwa sana.
@@tombuck haha yes indeed! I just copped the Atem mini and a Blackmagic Pocket Cinema. Going to use a 2 cam set up with my URSA Mini as the main cam. I haven’t checked your channel, but do you use a stream deck as well? I want a seamless way to incorporate motion graphics and a soundboard. If so, how do you like it, and if not, anything else you recommend?
Another way you can get the audio into the atem is to run the audio through the camera and use the audio/video via hdmi to the atem and then atem usb c to the computer this will help with audio sync.
Awesome video Tom! Just wanted to say how much I have been enjoying your podcasts lately. They have kept me well entertained and I learn things from them too!
I am trying to find the video where you broke down why you went from Atem Mini to the Pro. I am about to buy 1 or the other and I wanted to see what pushed you to upgrade. Thanks for your content. There are many that review their equipment but you really make it like a conversation and not a lecture.
About to go crazy in the future with this podcast I’m planning!...and your recommended gear/kit videos are quickly manifesting my ideas into a full blown internet show😂😂😂🙏🙏🙏 can’t thank your enough for all of your awesome content! This setup plus a loop station and M1 MacBook Pro... I’m drooling at the content possibilities!🙌
I hadn’t had issues with audio sync until a recent OBS update. I had to actually update my RCP sync to 200ms; it’s super slight I know but still noticeable. I’m thinking it’s with the update though. But I use this exact setup, and love it!
Hello Tom, Please talk through the fact that you can make the ATEM inputs accept "LINE LEVEL" signals rather than the excess gain of the "microphone level" input. This adjustment will greatly improve the sound of the system. Other mixers may have XLR line level outputs and those can also be input to the ATEM with the input set to "LINE LEVEL".
Good point. I'm experimenting with this when using Oktava MK-12 mic into the audio interface, then output from there into the Atem's Input. Then also the input gain in the Atem Mini Software as well as output levels are important.
@@HomesickMac The quality of sound can be improved by setting the gain structure of the system. Setting "LINE LEVEL" output into the line level input rather than placing it into a "microphone level" input with lots of gain. You might like to visit the RANE discussion of gain structure in this link. ruclips.net/video/XZhBXyt5iKQ/видео.html KEN
Hey Tom, got myself one of the mini pro's today and hooked it up to the Rodecaster Pro using the 1/4 LR Monitor jack. Took a while to get the audio levels right . One thing that got me stumped for a while was I needed to change the mic1 setting on the mini pro to "line" as the default was "mic". Completed a live stream test and all worked out great. Switching from PC to MAC to Cam1 was nice. Although mini hdmi to hdmi didn't seem to work via the mini pro for Cam 2 :-( Even managed to test Teams, Zoom and some OBS projector output. Wouldn't have done all this without watching your video!!
Excellent. I knew only the first two options. I never remembered of connecting separate video and audio in livestream. So, I'm going to test this third connection next time live. Great video. Congratulations.
There is another option: Use the two 1/4" in the Røde Rødecaster Pro and attach it to your camera (I use the XLR port on the camera (Panasonic GH5 and X2000)). Then you get the sound feed with your video in on the HDMI port on the ATEM Mini.
Came here to post this. Its the best way to get your audio and video in sync. Keep in mind you are now putting your audio through your camera's preamp.
This only works for xlr. The 3.5mm mic input on the camera will have a high frequent sound as well as its only mic level the xlr adapter on the gh5 can be set to line level.
@@mikaelspetz That’s right. That why I wrote that I use the XLR port on both cameras. On the GH5 you need the sound adapter with XLR of course. The X2000 camcorder has everything built in. I was more pointing out an option without sync issues.
You can switch the MIC-inputs on the ATEM Mini to line-level instead of mic-level, what works best when connecting a mixer like the Rodecaster Pro. Works also with stereo-signals, as far as I remember.
How do you do that? I experience humming and buzz when I connect the phones out of my analogue mixer to the mic input of atem. Is this a ground loop issue or line to mic issue? Appreciate some good advice here. Thank you!
@@colinchew8440 Let me quote the ATEM manual (documents.blackmagicdesign.com/UserManuals/ATEM_Mini_Manual.pdf): " Microphones typically have weaker signals compared to line outputs from other audio devices. This means when mic is selected, the input is boosted slightly to compensate. This also means that if mic is accidentally selected when a line level input is plugged in, the audio will sound unusually loud. If the audio sounds much louder than it should be, check that line is selected instead of mic." The MIC/LINE switch is a bit hidden though: You find it in "Settings > Audio > General" within the ATEM Software Control. Hope this makes sense.
@@colinchew8440 I would try to use the line-out of your mixer instead of the phones-out and switch the ATEM to line. This could help reducing humming and buzz.
Rode caster pro and canon creator kit alone takes forever to come in with high demand market it’s been 9 weeks since ordered and both plus pro caster mic just arrived. Still waiting on the atem mini and elgato stream deck to come in. Q’s up to this point been using an iPhone 10 XR to create and stream - How do I connect a canon M 50 to stream also how to turn the rode mic on M50 off so I can use my pro caster mic 🎙 many thanks 🙏 in advance for your content we binge watch you BTS Savvy
Lots of things are definitely in high demand at the moment. For the M50, I'd recommend checking out Canon's EOS Webcam Utility and seeing if that'll work to help you stream with it.
@@tombuck Thanks, I just thought about it but can you drop a video link of yours if you have one about connecting the M50 for live streams I don't remember if you or Sean said if I need an elgato cam link to connect thanks in advance love all your videos because of you as a @RUclips Creator you greatly help Savvy Turtle on our journey of learning how to become a Great Creator like you and others we hold the highest respect for!
@@SavvyTurtle I have an M50 and use it with OBS. If you don't have a cam link, (I dont) then all you have to do is download the canon eos Webcam utility from their website. Once you install it, all you have to do is plug your camera into your computer with a micro usb cable and it will show up as a video source. Hope this helps!
@@aaronhess yes thank you, much appreciated I will go order one now as I'm not sure if it comes in the Video Creator kit! but it comes with a rode mic, dont want to use it rather use the rodecaster pro with the pro caster mic.
Thank you for this amazingly specific video on these two pieces of gear in particular!! About to use these two hand-in-hand at work with Zoom and/or Wirecast!
Professor, thank you very much... I am testing this today.... I think I need to get that red cable.... many thanks... always top quality material! Most appreciated...
Hello Tom!!! Can you do this same video with the Zoom Podtrak P8??? I’m a rookie on this and will like to know how to set it properly with the ATEM Mini Pro. Thanks and keep the great work!!!
Thanks to your videos I use the Rodecaster and ATEM mini for my live podcasts and they're fantastic! The ATEM mini allows me to toggle camera angels during the show very easily with the push of a button.
@@abdulla9912 I am not sure if this is the answer you're looking for but the Rodecaster connects to my laptop with a USB cable and the ATEM uses an HDMI and USB a-c. If I remember correctly the ATEM did not come with any cables so those I bought separately. I stream live on RUclips and so I just select the ATEM and Rodecaster for my audio/video when I'm about to go live.
You can handle the syncing for audio/video directly within the ATEM as it has frame delays. I do this and have a preset file setup and configured because the video coming in from my Panasonic GH5 is heavy and the audio always arrives first. Nice thing is that once you set it up, you can just save all of the configuration as a preset file and just load it in when you turn on the ATEM
@@tombuck Unfortunately mine just stoped working reliably today and had to throw it away and drop $500 on a new one, 2 months out of warranty... they told me it would be as much to repair as a replace... argh...
So many connection options! So if the RCP and the ATEM mini EACH have their USB-c connection to the laptop, then the ATEM mini is only being used for the multi-camera feature? That makes the most sense to separate the 2 devices- audio and video-- to manage.
Thanks! I’m not quite ready for any of this equipment just yet but this is the direction I am headed. It is daunting. Your videos are helpful & a crutch. Have you recorded anything that walks a newb through the advantages of hdmi switching? Thanks again & keep up the great work!
You were extra Pun-ny today! And then you set up for a great pun at the end only to say you get great Audio Video! Perfect! And the B-Roll was perfect as well in the video! Well done! I have been over thinking doing a live stream, and back out every time I think I'm ready. One day I'll just appear live... that day is not today!
Haha, I definitely get the overthinking bit. I’ve found the best thing to do is just jump in and then adapt along the way. Glad you appreciate the absolutely ridiculous puns 😁
Thanks for this Tom! I've done two major multicam zoom presentations with this gear and audio was a real challenge. Never thought of doing it via the computer! Will try that next time.
Tom, I hope you solved my latency problem. I had the Rodecaster hooked into the computer and using the LR connects into the ATEM. I’m going to try it tomorrow. I experienced latency at 8FPS and higher. Ecamm was terrible. I like the idea of letting the ATEM do the video and the rodecaster doing the audio..we will see.
We’re also using the ATEM+RCP. We like to plug each unit directly to the MacBook. But we also use an iPad as our main video source. The iPad runs into the ATEM via an HDMI adapter. Audio from the iPad runs directly into the RCP via the Phone input channel. Then we use OBS to capture and a StreamDeck XL as the main control surface. We also run background music from an iPhone into the RCP via the Bluetooth Chanel. We love this set up as it takes a lot of the workload off the MacBook CPU. The downside is we do get some strange audio interference from the iPad. We’re not sure if it’s the channel or maybe a faulty cable. But with a little background music the interference isn’t noticeable and we can always clean it up a bit more in post. But we would like to eliminate it eventually.
You can see and adjust audio input levels for the ATEM via the ATEM software interface. I just can't seem to get it coming out of the headphones. You can also adjust the limiter and compression...
Just awesome videos! Your channel has done so much to help me get a RUclips channel going. I'm running into one crazy problem though. I have the Rodecaster Pro and Atem Mini Pro each connected to am iMac through two usb-c cables -- and a laptop connected through HDMI to the Atem for playing videos. I see the audio in the audio meter in the Multiview monitor, but no sound from the video. The Zoom software is set to take video from the Atem and the laptop shows it is using the BMD HDMI as as output. I must be missing something! The video is there but viewers can't hear it when we switch to it. (Insert hair-pulling here) 🙂 I do have AFV in use as well.
Hey Gary! This can definitely be a confusing problem. Do you have HDMI set as the audio output for the playback laptop? It might be that there just isn’t an audio signal being sent out. The other tricky part, if I’m understanding correctly, is using audio from the RCP and ATEM simultaneously. Something could be getting left out there. In which case you could just run audio from the laptop through the RCP or even use Loopback to create a virtual audio device that combines the RCP and ATEM. 👍
@@tombuck Hey Thanks for these things to check.! The laptop is showing the HDMI port as the audio output so that looks good. All the mics are going into the RCP via XLR cables and all of the cameras and laptop are going into the Atem via HDM cables. While the video shows in Zoom, it looks as though the audio isn't getting passed. I tried running a cable from the RCP headphone jack to Mic 1 on the Atem (and unplugged the USB from the RCP) with no luck. I feel like I'm so close ........ having that flummoxed feeling ..... as in my flux capacitors are on the blink. By the way, I''m hoping Blackmagic Its watching and adds a power button like you said. I mean, c'mon ....... going to use what you mentioned in the video to do the power on/off thing.
Kindly put up some video on how to connect sound mixture along with rodcaster pro together and how they are connected to pc . looking for your kind reply and response soon.
@Tom Buck Is an updated video surrounding the RCP2 coming? Updated version of this video would be helpful and a boost to get that “silver play button”. 🤞
Great video Tom, I tried different setup with similar equipment as well and I agree with you - audio quality is much better when using the Atem and Rodecaster separately. Love your YT channel :-)
XLR output would be neat. I think there's the possibility to add effects with firmware updates. There was reverb in a beta release last summer that was super cool, but it was removed in the final release.
Thanks for making this Tom. Incredibly helpful video!! Would love to see an additional video incorporating this workflow into a RUclips live stream. Thanks again~
I was going to say, the ATEM has a pretty capable audio processing engine built in, it’d be fun to see how you got on running something like the VideoMic NTG directly into the ATEM alongside your video sources.
Fantastic video Tom. I am a new user and hear you talk about zoom. Now I work with both zoom and teams. I read some on some forums there is a problem using atm mini. I need a solution both for x Zoom an teams
@@tombuck I went and bought Aten Mini Pro today and it works like a charm with zoom that also is uppdaterad for Apple silicon. But Teams keep mirroring the view on my computer so I see the mirrored version on my screen when running PowerPoint and web browser, although the participants see the screens correct . So annoying.
The easiest direct connection would definitely be to use the monitor outputs on the Rodecaster to the 3.5 input on the ATEM. And the chair is from Ikea 👍
Haha, oh no! I'm trying to focus on pieces of gear and show difference things you can do with them, I genuinely don't mean to keep expanding shopping lists!
Hi Tom, great video, 2 thumbs and 2 toes up! I'm sorely tempted to get an Atem Mini for my own multi cam setup. Should I wait for the next updated version since I don't have an immediate need?
I don't know how often they'll update them- but the ATEM Mini Pro and ISO are two higher end (and more expensive) versions that offer more features than the basic version I have.
@@tombuck Thanks for the reply! I believe those upper ends Atem models are overkill for my needs. It's a bit cumbersome to do multi-cam using OBS. I have a software called "MultiCam Capture" but that's very finicky and sometimes exhibits latency lag. I sometimes use Logitech Capture software to use my 2 different Logitech 4K Brio and Logitech C922 webcams, one camera is front facing and other is top down to show stuff on my desk for product reviews. The Logitech Capture app can toggle between both camera views easily plus can include a 3rd view of whatever is showing on my desktop screen. It works but obviously these are not pro grade cameras, they are webcams, LOL! As you can tell, I've definitely toyed around with variations of doing multi-cam setup of my own. I probably should have just started out getting the Atem Mini and be done with it by now, haha!
@@tombuck yes, prosumer cameras where you can select input is line level almost never have noise problems. If the input is mic level or dual purpose, noise is a common problem (has something to do with impedance). Apparently an “attenuation cable” does magic to remove noise when connecting line level sources to mic level inputs.
Nice lecture! Great picture quality! The audio quality is also very satisfactory. The camera's performance is also good, but it seems that the quality of the lighting determines the quality of the video. Next, I would like to ask for the whole process of video recording. I would like to see what I am using as a studio, such as the location of lights and cameras. I think this is more popular with beginners. As an expert, you will see and learn about the process of making your videos and the overall atmosphere of the studio you are making. I want to see you soon. I especially want to see photos or videos with lighting. Thanks for the link to buy amazon lighting. I want to see the location of the lights I'm actually using. The picture quality is very good.
Thanks for the kind words! I do have several videos about my studio space and editing workflow that might be helpful. I also have a number of videos about my camera and the settings I use 👍
@@tombuck If there is a video link that you can refer to, please introduce it. I am amazed to see your video quality. The picture quality was so sharp and clear that my eyes became very large.
I'm VERY interested in what Zoom has to offer, but I don't have access to the P8 and I always feel uneasy about buying unnecessary equipment solely for reviews (I prefer to just buy what I need at the time).
Thank you Tom for the post. I’m in the start-up mode for video/podcasting. I have “Logic” for my audio and “Final Cut” for video. Before I invest in the ATEM , are you aware of and sync-up or latency issues when connection USB/USB for both units? Your thoughts or suggestions would be much appreciated. Thank you in advance for your guidance. Cheers! Dave
Great stuff Tom! Thank you for this video. Very helpful. I'm considering adding the ATEM mini to my gear now to join forces with the rode caster pro. Only question now is Atem mini vs Atem mini pro????
@@tombuck Thank you for the heads up. Do you have an affiliate code for the pro? Initially, I'll tap my Sony a6600 and a7sii to the atem and connect that to the rodecaster. Loving your videos my friend! Ty for replying. 🤩🤩🤩
This is some fantastic information to know, thank you so much for taking the time to explain how to use both of these powerhouses at the same time for broadcasting! :D
The BEST BEST? Rodecaster running into Ecamm live, with each camera on it's own capture card so that it shows up as a separate video source and then you can set them to switch automatically 👍
I needed this, to make sure I’m doing it right! Haha. It also seems to make my camera feeds look a little bit better. Thanks so much for introducing me to both of these!
thank you Tom! would you have a video of your final cut pro preferred settings/codecs and curious of your video upload time to youtube??? please and thanks!!
Hi Tom, you did a Live Stream walkthrough about 2 months again without the ATEM mini. Any chance you can do that please. Also would be handy to know what software you use to do your live stream along with your setup etc etc. Thanks in advance.
Unfortunately, the best audio setup doesn't allow you to switch to a second video source which has audio included, as this will not be sent on from the ATEM Mini I suppose? Just found you channel. Pretty cool stuff!
Hmmm...using the monitor out’s with a y-cable, the one you suggested, I’m getting an annoying hiss. Bad cable, maybe? The sound coming out of my monitors is clean.
Not sure if this is the issue or not, but the headphone preamp is pretty noisy. Luckily none of that transfers to the actual output, but it can be frustrating.
@@tombuck I’m not using the headphone out. I’m using the L/R out with the y-cable. I’m going to try a couple different cables, to see if that changes things.
Yeah, it can definitely be overwhelming. When it comes to Zoom classes and stuff, I always. recommend starting with audio. Even a simple USB mic can make an absolute world of difference. From there you can move on to cameras, lights, etc.
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Time Markers-
0:00 - Take the ATEM Further
0:46 - Connect Rodecaster with Headphone Output
2:00 - Zoom Settings
2:46 - OBS Settings
4:01 - Rodecaster Monitor Outputs
5:19 - Connect Rodecaster via USB
5:42 - Zoom USB Connection Settings
6:01 - Audio/Video Sync Settings
6:33 - Adjust Sync with OBS
8:12 - Adjust Sync with ATEM Software
8:49 - Other Audio Options.
9:20 - Audio is Half of Video
Epic production Tom. I appreciate the efforts and resources you put into this to educate us. I’m glad you mentioned this hissing from the audio output, I kept thinking there something wrong with my mic and headset. Thank you.
Tom.. great work and thanks so much.. You said that there is a possible sync issue with OBS. In the case of just recording a video podcast utilizing the ATM and Rodecaster, any ideas on a stand alone sync recorder such as a Atomos or something? I am doing a two camera two mic and would like a final output to edit.
Tom, great job as usual. What is the link to the monitor out to the stereo for the Atem and Rodecaster setup?
I have tried using 1/4 inch TS mono cables to a 1/8 inch TRS stereo cable and I'm getting nothing out of the Rodecaster. The Blackmagic tech support person I spoke to said the 1/4 inch cable had to be stereo which I can't find.
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Tom by default the mic inputs on the ATEM are mic level inputs. Before connecting a line level output (e.g. Rodcaster) you need to go into the ATEM settings and switch the mic input to line level. Failure to do so will result in overdriven audio on the ATEM as you first saw in your video when the meter was pegged red. FYI.
THANK YOU!! This made all the difference. Comment section coming clutch
Would be great if they had this sorted straight out box lol
This helped, thank you! LOVE Tom's videos but this was one thing missing from this video. Appreciate the comment
I bought the same red cable that Tom showed in his video for my RCP II and changed the ATEM mic1 to "line". When I stream or record to disk from the ATEM I get a buzzing or humming noise.
If I use OBS to stream or record and use the RCP II main as my audio source everything works just fine.
I'm still working to figure this out :)
Here is a sample of what I am getting...
ruclips.net/video/d3N25iThcno/видео.html
So I’m curious, do you have to use a computer to do a livestream with the ATEM & Rodecaster Pro 2 or can’t you just hook up your mics to Rodecaster Pro 2 and cameras to ATEM and stream from there?
I'm watching all your videos! I started by watching all your Rodecaster Pro related videos, today I went to the store and bought one for myself! Rode, sponsor this man, I'm sure many others bought Rode products just by watching your videos, and not because you promote Rode, but because you provide an honest opinion, at least that is the feeling I'm getting from your videos! Thanks for the excellent advice!
Haha, I'm so glad to hear this. I didn't realize how much Rode stuff I had until I started making videos about it. It really just sits in that sweet spot of price/features/quality. There are other really great brands out there too of course, but I also like that Rode designs and makes everything themselves in Australia.
@@tombuck I wasn't aware of that! I first time heard from your video, and then I run a mini fact check, and indeed Rode has the whole production chain in Australia, which is really great! Not only they support local economy, but the more business act like that, the better the macroeconomic perspective of both the businesses and the country. I'm still playing with rodecaster pro like a kid since yesterday haha
As I've slowly been getting into the world of live streaming having content like this in invaluable. Thanks for putting these videos together. Incredibly helpful and well put together.
I'm really happy to hear that! Good luck with your streams!
Clapping 👏🏼 at the beginning of a podcast is a good tip for beginners. You can match the audio spike in the video and audio tracks to synch audio with video. 👍🏼
I have to give you props on your ability to squeeze so much content out of one piece of gear (the rode procaster), I need to take some notes for my channel. I lost count of how many videos involve that thing but I won't lie, I've watched all of them. I didn't even need to read the hilarious giant manual cards when mine showed up, I already knew everything I needed thanks to these vids. You're killing it man
I'm glad it's helping, and yes, the giant cards are hilarious! It's a real tool that I actually use, so rather than move on to some other thing, I like to show all the different ways this can be utilized.
You are the man Mr. Tom Buck. Love your offerings.
Love your kind words! 😁
Fast forward to today. ATEM Mini Pro has Fairlight, which makes the Rodecaster Pro practically redundant for the audio aspect of a video streaming setup. I would use an iPad into Mic 2, for sound effects on the ATEM. The Rodecaster would be useful for handling mix minus scenarios, however. Just my 2 cents worth. Thanks for all your excellent videos, by the way.
Amazing video Tom! I actually have a local church looking to start live streaming so I am gonna recommend this to them. Thanks for the info!
It's great for churches! Can't go wrong with Rodecasters and ATEMs!
you can monitor the sound from the atem software, in the audio tab, also, you have audio meters on the multiview of the pro and pro iso atems
you can also sync audio and video with the included delay control in the atem software.
to sync the audio and the video in the computer, you can use the sync block in audio hijack
Good looking on the advice
Can you explain sync block in audio hijack ?
This is an amazing set up in your home office. I am new and I am just starting with windows to go live streaming for zoom calls, and small groups. So I am trying to create a home office/studio. Thanks as always for sharing. Great video,
It’s always an evolving setup! It’ll never be finished, but that’s half the fun 👍
@Tom Buck thank you so much for this!! I had been using the CamLink 4K for my Canon so that I could go live, and I had a Rodecaster Pro for my audio for my podcasts. I struggled with the video quality and zoom and all of that good stuff before! After some research and watching several of your videos, my atem is on its way and now I know exactly how I should attach it to my rodecaster! Thank you for all of these videos!! You have a new subscriber and I’ll be following for more!! Oh, and I’m realizing now that I’m typing this out from my HVAC business’s page and not the podcast...I’ll subscribe from the service business mastery podcast page too! Thank you again!!
Haha, regardless of which account you used, I'm glad the video was helpful! 😁
Amazing content and dad jokes, Tom. Seriously.. thanks for being you and sharing this goodness!
Thanks, Tom! If you remember, I asked you this exact question a few weeks ago. I took your advice ( use your preferred method) and everything has worked perfectly since I set it up. Thank you so much. This video really explained the options well.
I'm really glad it helped! A lot of people were asking similar questions, so I figured the video would probably be helpful.
It’s like I’m watching Phil Dunphy on RUclips. It’s not a complaint, he’s a great character.
Great video Tom!
Haha, I don’t know what it is lately, but I’ve gotten a similar comment every day this week 😁
I knew everything that you talked about and I already experimented and I already did it with my zoom H5 recorder but I still enjoyed your video.
I think you're one of my favorite creators on the platform.
My one of my top five for sure.
Keep making great content.
And love your podcasts all of them especially the one with Peter.
Got to say the one with Peter and got me by surprise but I'm so happy you started it it's like so fun to listen to you guys.
Wow, thank you so much! It's been a while since Peter and I recorded (we've both had some crazy schedules lately), but I'm hoping to get back at it quick!
I use them both connected to the MacBook Pro through USB C, with OBS. I usually get between 150 to 200 ms delay on the video so if I delay the audio about that much, it syncs perfectly.
I've now watched multiple videos of yours in a row and you are brilliant. Looking at the comments, others agree. Thank you for such amazing and helpful insights. Wow. You're incredibly cool for taking the time to show and describe all of this.
Thank you for this Jason! Reading this totally makes my day. I'm glad the video was helpful and I really appreciate the time you took to leave such an awesome comment 👍
Great video. IMHO The second approach is the right way. Connect the two devices to your computer. In the first approach, you are sending a line level signal (headphone out) to a mic level input on the atem mini... This will bring up noise and hiss. Line level signals should not be sent to a mic level input if you have other options.
The ATEM does have a line level option on the mic input. (via the software), but I still agree that connecting them separately seems to work best.
@@tombuck aha! I did not know that! Great content Tom!
I would of loved to have seen a comparison between going through the rode caster to hear the quality difference between that and just going straight into the ATEM mini.
Amazing videos. They did help me to choose the equipments to buy a week ago. Am enjoying my tutorial classes being a beginner and you just awesome. Barikiwa sana.
Thank you for all of the kind words!
This is the video I wanted to see and the lovely algorithm knew just how to serve it up
Woo hoo! The algorithm is working in my favor! 😁
@@tombuck haha yes indeed! I just copped the Atem mini and a Blackmagic Pocket Cinema. Going to use a 2 cam set up with my URSA Mini as the main cam. I haven’t checked your channel, but do you use a stream deck as well? I want a seamless way to incorporate motion graphics and a soundboard. If so, how do you like it, and if not, anything else you recommend?
Another way you can get the audio into the atem is to run the audio through the camera and use the audio/video via hdmi to the atem and then atem usb c to the computer this will help with audio sync.
Yes- great idea!
Awesome video Tom! Just wanted to say how much I have been enjoying your podcasts lately. They have kept me well entertained and I learn things from them too!
Wow, that's awesome to hear! Sometimes podcasting feels like talking into a black hole, so I really appreciate the feedback!
Thanks! Very informative, witty, funny, "down-to-earth!"
Thank you! 🙏
I am trying to find the video where you broke down why you went from Atem Mini to the Pro. I am about to buy 1 or the other and I wanted to see what pushed you to upgrade. Thanks for your content. There are many that review their equipment but you really make it like a conversation and not a lecture.
Since I made that video they reduced the price of the Pro by $100, so I think it’s an awesome value.
@@tombuck do you know which video you explained why you upgraded to the Pro? This isn’t it. Thanks.
Your videos are just so awesome I've really learned a ton from you lately one of the most deserved subscribes I've seen
Wow! Thank you! I hope I can keep making videos that are helpful/enjoyable for you.
About to go crazy in the future with this podcast I’m planning!...and your recommended gear/kit videos are quickly manifesting my ideas into a full blown internet show😂😂😂🙏🙏🙏 can’t thank your enough for all of your awesome content! This setup plus a loop station and M1 MacBook Pro... I’m drooling at the content possibilities!🙌
I hadn’t had issues with audio sync until a recent OBS update. I had to actually update my RCP sync to 200ms; it’s super slight I know but still noticeable. I’m thinking it’s with the update though. But I use this exact setup, and love it!
Audio syncing is always a struggle, but I'm glad you fixed it!
Thanks. That was exactly the video I was looking for for a long while.
Hello Tom,
Please talk through the fact that you can make the ATEM inputs accept "LINE LEVEL" signals rather than the excess gain of the "microphone level" input. This adjustment will greatly improve the sound of the system. Other mixers may have XLR line level outputs and those can also be input to the ATEM with the input set to "LINE LEVEL".
This is true and and important thing to keep in mind, thanks for the reminder!
Good point. I'm experimenting with this when using Oktava MK-12 mic into the audio interface, then output from there into the Atem's Input. Then also the input gain in the Atem Mini Software as well as output levels are important.
@@HomesickMac The quality of sound can be improved by setting the gain structure of the system. Setting "LINE LEVEL" output into the line level input rather than placing it into a "microphone level" input with lots of gain. You might like to visit the RANE discussion of gain structure in this link.
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@@honeyken316 Thanks very much!
Hey Tom, got myself one of the mini pro's today and hooked it up to the Rodecaster Pro using the 1/4 LR Monitor jack. Took a while to get the audio levels right . One thing that got me stumped for a while was I needed to change the mic1 setting on the mini pro to "line" as the default was "mic".
Completed a live stream test and all worked out great. Switching from PC to MAC to Cam1 was nice. Although mini hdmi to hdmi didn't seem to work via the mini pro for Cam 2 :-(
Even managed to test Teams, Zoom and some OBS projector output. Wouldn't have done all this without watching your video!!
Hey I’m glad it’s working out! Sounds like you’ve got a pretty incredible setup going! 😎
@@tombuck still a work in progress but getting there. Just want to say I appreciate the content and the way in which you present it.
Excellent.
I knew only the first two options. I never remembered of connecting separate video and audio in livestream. So, I'm going to test this third connection next time live. Great video. Congratulations.
It's been super reliable for me, so good luck!
There is another option: Use the two 1/4" in the Røde Rødecaster Pro and attach it to your camera (I use the XLR port on the camera (Panasonic GH5 and X2000)). Then you get the sound feed with your video in on the HDMI port on the ATEM Mini.
Great tip! Thanks!
Came here to post this. Its the best way to get your audio and video in sync. Keep in mind you are now putting your audio through your camera's preamp.
This only works for xlr. The 3.5mm mic input on the camera will have a high frequent sound as well as its only mic level the xlr adapter on the gh5 can be set to line level.
@@mikaelspetz That’s right. That why I wrote that I use the XLR port on both cameras. On the GH5 you need the sound adapter with XLR of course. The X2000 camcorder has everything built in.
I was more pointing out an option without sync issues.
You can switch the MIC-inputs on the ATEM Mini to line-level instead of mic-level, what works best when connecting a mixer like the Rodecaster Pro. Works also with stereo-signals, as far as I remember.
Great tip, thank you!
How do you do that? I experience humming and buzz when I connect the phones out of my analogue mixer to the mic input of atem. Is this a ground loop issue or line to mic issue? Appreciate some good advice here. Thank you!
@@colinchew8440 Let me quote the ATEM manual (documents.blackmagicdesign.com/UserManuals/ATEM_Mini_Manual.pdf): " Microphones typically have weaker signals compared to line outputs from other audio devices. This means when mic is selected, the input is boosted slightly to compensate. This also means that if mic is accidentally selected when a line level input is plugged in, the audio will sound unusually loud. If the audio sounds much louder than it should be, check that line is selected instead of mic."
The MIC/LINE switch is a bit hidden though: You find it in "Settings > Audio > General" within the ATEM Software Control.
Hope this makes sense.
@@colinchew8440 I would try to use the line-out of your mixer instead of the phones-out and switch the ATEM to line. This could help reducing humming and buzz.
@@pmontube there’s a line out but the xlr gets cut away when I use that. I need sound out for my live audience.
Rode caster pro and canon creator kit alone takes forever to come in with high demand market it’s been 9 weeks since ordered and both plus pro caster mic just arrived. Still waiting on the atem mini and elgato stream deck to come in. Q’s up to this point been using an iPhone 10 XR to create and stream - How do I connect a canon M 50 to stream also how to turn the rode mic on M50 off so I can use my pro caster mic 🎙 many thanks 🙏 in advance for your content we binge watch you BTS Savvy
Lots of things are definitely in high demand at the moment. For the M50, I'd recommend checking out Canon's EOS Webcam Utility and seeing if that'll work to help you stream with it.
@@tombuck Thanks, I just thought about it but can you drop a video link of yours if you have one about connecting the M50 for live streams I don't remember if you or Sean said if I need an elgato cam link to connect thanks in advance love all your videos because of you as a @RUclips Creator you greatly help Savvy Turtle on our journey of learning how to become a Great Creator like you and others we hold the highest respect for!
@@SavvyTurtle I have an M50 and use it with OBS. If you don't have a cam link, (I dont) then all you have to do is download the canon eos Webcam utility from their website. Once you install it, all you have to do is plug your camera into your computer with a micro usb cable and it will show up as a video source. Hope this helps!
@@aaronhess yes thank you, much appreciated I will go order one now as I'm not sure if it comes in the Video Creator kit! but it comes with a rode mic, dont want to use it rather use the rodecaster pro with the pro caster mic.
Thank you for this amazingly specific video on these two pieces of gear in particular!! About to use these two hand-in-hand at work with Zoom and/or Wirecast!
Woo hoo! Good luck!
Professor, thank you very much... I am testing this today.... I think I need to get that red cable.... many thanks... always top quality material! Most appreciated...
Thank you! I found the cables on Amazon just by searching “colored xlr cable” 👍
Hello Tom!!! Can you do this same video with the Zoom Podtrak P8??? I’m a rookie on this and will like to know how to set it properly with the ATEM Mini Pro. Thanks and keep the great work!!!
Thanks to your videos I use the Rodecaster and ATEM mini for my live podcasts and they're fantastic! The ATEM mini allows me to toggle camera angels during the show very easily with the push of a button.
I’m so glad it’s working out! Good luck with your show 👍
Which connection do you use?
@@abdulla9912 Connection?
@@TheBarbarShow how you connect your rodecaster and atem device? Which methoddo you use
@@abdulla9912 I am not sure if this is the answer you're looking for but the Rodecaster connects to my laptop with a USB cable and the ATEM uses an HDMI and USB a-c. If I remember correctly the ATEM did not come with any cables so those I bought separately. I stream live on RUclips and so I just select the ATEM and Rodecaster for my audio/video when I'm about to go live.
Good info. Best audio was from red cable or with two USB. That headset is logical for audio sync, but it do not sound nice.
You can handle the syncing for audio/video directly within the ATEM as it has frame delays. I do this and have a preset file setup and configured because the video coming in from my Panasonic GH5 is heavy and the audio always arrives first. Nice thing is that once you set it up, you can just save all of the configuration as a preset file and just load it in when you turn on the ATEM
The ATEM software really is quite powerful and customizeable!
I also use the ATEM as my "goto" travel device because it's so much more portable than the Rodecaster... for audio recordings on the road...
@@tombuck Unfortunately mine just stoped working reliably today and had to throw it away and drop $500 on a new one, 2 months out of warranty... they told me it would be as much to repair as a replace... argh...
So many connection options! So if the RCP and the ATEM mini EACH have their USB-c connection to the laptop, then the ATEM mini is only being used for the multi-camera feature? That makes the most sense to separate the 2 devices- audio and video-- to manage.
Yes- that's what I really do most of the time to keep things clean.
Amazing Tom! Great job and a wonderful look into the ATEM and Rodecaster capabilities. Bravo-Zulu!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks! I’m not quite ready for any of this equipment just yet but this is the direction I am headed. It is daunting. Your videos are helpful & a crutch. Have you recorded anything that walks a newb through the advantages of hdmi switching? Thanks again & keep up the great work!
Thank you! I'm so glad it's been helpful! If you're interested in the ATEM, definitely check out Aaron Parecki's channel- he's a genius.
Tom another brilliant video. Exactly what I needed.
Happy to hear it!
You were extra Pun-ny today! And then you set up for a great pun at the end only to say you get great Audio Video! Perfect! And the B-Roll was perfect as well in the video! Well done!
I have been over thinking doing a live stream, and back out every time I think I'm ready. One day I'll just appear live... that day is not today!
Haha, I definitely get the overthinking bit. I’ve found the best thing to do is just jump in and then adapt along the way. Glad you appreciate the absolutely ridiculous puns 😁
@@tombuck The more ridiculous the better!
I'm a Fan of the Rodecaster Pro and Tom Buck!
I'm a fan of you and this comment (and your channel of course) 😁
Thanks for this Tom! I've done two major multicam zoom presentations with this gear and audio was a real challenge. Never thought of doing it via the computer! Will try that next time.
Good luck! 👍
Tom, I hope you solved my latency problem. I had the Rodecaster hooked into the computer and using the LR connects into the ATEM. I’m going to try it tomorrow. I experienced latency at 8FPS and higher. Ecamm was terrible. I like the idea of letting the ATEM do the video and the rodecaster doing the audio..we will see.
Good luck!🍀
We’re also using the ATEM+RCP. We like to plug each unit directly to the MacBook. But we also use an iPad as our main video source. The iPad runs into the ATEM via an HDMI adapter. Audio from the iPad runs directly into the RCP via the Phone input channel. Then we use OBS to capture and a StreamDeck XL as the main control surface. We also run background music from an iPhone into the RCP via the Bluetooth Chanel.
We love this set up as it takes a lot of the workload off the MacBook CPU. The downside is we do get some strange audio interference from the iPad. We’re not sure if it’s the channel or maybe a faulty cable. But with a little background music the interference isn’t noticeable and we can always clean it up a bit more in post. But we would like to eliminate it eventually.
VERY cool! I'm happy to know that an iPad will work with this setup.
@@tombuck it’s a huge help!
Helpful, made it simple. Thank you!
Glad it helped!
You can see and adjust audio input levels for the ATEM via the ATEM software interface. I just can't seem to get it coming out of the headphones. You can also adjust the limiter and compression...
Just awesome videos! Your channel has done so much to help me get a RUclips channel going. I'm running into one crazy problem though. I have the Rodecaster Pro and Atem Mini Pro each connected to am iMac through two usb-c cables -- and a laptop connected through HDMI to the Atem for playing videos. I see the audio in the audio meter in the Multiview monitor, but no sound from the video. The Zoom software is set to take video from the Atem and the laptop shows it is using the BMD HDMI as as output. I must be missing something! The video is there but viewers can't hear it when we switch to it. (Insert hair-pulling here) 🙂 I do have AFV in use as well.
Hey Gary!
This can definitely be a confusing problem. Do you have HDMI set as the audio output for the playback laptop? It might be that there just isn’t an audio signal being sent out.
The other tricky part, if I’m understanding correctly, is using audio from the RCP and ATEM simultaneously. Something could be getting left out there. In which case you could just run audio from the laptop through the RCP or even use Loopback to create a virtual audio device that combines the RCP and ATEM. 👍
@@tombuck Hey Thanks for these things to check.! The laptop is showing the HDMI port as the audio output so that looks good. All the mics are going into the RCP via XLR cables and all of the cameras and laptop are going into the Atem via HDM cables. While the video shows in Zoom, it looks as though the audio isn't getting passed. I tried running a cable from the RCP headphone jack to Mic 1 on the Atem (and unplugged the USB from the RCP) with no luck. I feel like I'm so close ........ having that flummoxed feeling ..... as in my flux capacitors are on the blink. By the way, I''m hoping Blackmagic Its watching and adds a power button like you said. I mean, c'mon ....... going to use what you mentioned in the video to do the power on/off thing.
Great vid...
I use BLACKMAGIC switcher and RODECASTER PRO AUDIO with USB connected to Vmix, and it works good
Tom!!! Thank YOU for this video! SO helpful.
I’m so glad to hear it!
Thank you for the informative videos. I am trying to decide if I need a Rodecaster Pro. I love your colourful cables.
The colorful cables are super fun on camera. And if it’s within your budget, I whole heartedly recommend the Rodecaster. 👍
Thank you! This is exactly the setup I'm considering. Trying to decide between the ATEM mini and the ATEM mini pro.
Ooh, that’s a tough call! 🤔
Awesome shirt, great video. Thanks Tom.
Kindly put up some video on how to connect sound mixture along with rodcaster pro together and how they are connected to pc . looking for your kind reply and response soon.
The Rodecaster just connects via USB and will show up automatically as an audio source. Super simple! 👍
@Tom Buck Is an updated video surrounding the RCP2 coming? Updated version of this video would be helpful and a boost to get that “silver play button”. 🤞
Great video Tom, I tried different setup with similar equipment as well and I agree with you - audio quality is much better when using the Atem and Rodecaster separately. Love your YT channel :-)
It's definitely been the most reliable method for me. Glad you're liking the channel, thanks for the kind words!
You do not have any sync issues either? I have to use Audio Hijack to make it work
My brother Tom! Amazing video🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thank you! 😎
A channel so nice I wish I could subscribe twice!
I guess you could unsubscribe and then subscribe again?
@@tombuck But how would that affect my channel cred?
I just wished the Rodecaster Pro Had XLR Outs and On Board Effects Like Reverb, Chorus, Etc. Then I would have Considered Buying It!
XLR output would be neat. I think there's the possibility to add effects with firmware updates. There was reverb in a beta release last summer that was super cool, but it was removed in the final release.
You should probably try using balanced cables from your Rode to ATEM.
Got my Thursday dose of Tom. Great video 😎
great lesson on these two devices. thank you.
Glad you liked it!
I didn’t notice the video and sugei went in sync until you mentioned it at 6:12 lol amazing tips tho definitely will use.
I just want what the goxlr does but with a Mac. Great mix chain and assignable faders and routing.
I find that there’s about 3 frames of delay or 200ms between the Atem and Rodecaster.
Thanks for making this Tom. Incredibly helpful video!! Would love to see an additional video incorporating this workflow into a RUclips live stream. Thanks again~
That's a great idea for a possible future episode!
You know what you just did here sir... A GREAT VIDEO. haha. Cheers!
Thank you! I was nervous when reading the first part of the comment, and then relieved by the end. It was quite the roller coaster.
I was going to say, the ATEM has a pretty capable audio processing engine built in, it’d be fun to see how you got on running something like the VideoMic NTG directly into the ATEM alongside your video sources.
I did that when I first got it and it worked great. I just wanted to add the Rodecaster for more sources plus ridiculous sound effects.
@@tombuck Ridiculous sound effects? You? 😃
Sorry, I meant NPR-style interview segments. 🧐
Fantastic video Tom. I am a new user and hear you talk about zoom. Now I work with both zoom and teams. I read some on some forums there is a problem using atm mini. I need a solution both for x
Zoom an teams
I haven't used Teams, but I've had no issues with the ATEM and Zoom.
@@tombuck I went and bought Aten Mini Pro today and it works like a charm with zoom that also is uppdaterad for Apple silicon. But Teams keep mirroring the view on my computer so I see the mirrored version on my screen when running PowerPoint and web browser, although the participants see the screens correct . So annoying.
Thank you for helping me thru my journey one of my go too people if I got a question
I’m so glad it’s helpful 👊
@@tombuck very helpful
How about a direct box between the Røde and the Atem?
Wondering about the white chair your using !
The easiest direct connection would definitely be to use the monitor outputs on the Rodecaster to the 3.5 input on the ATEM.
And the chair is from Ikea 👍
Another great video Tom thank you always man
Glad you enjoyed it
Been waiting for this!
Another great video brother..and another piece of tech your going to make me buy!!!
Haha, oh no! I'm trying to focus on pieces of gear and show difference things you can do with them, I genuinely don't mean to keep expanding shopping lists!
@@tombuck ha such cool tech! I need it all!!
Oh I understand that feeling.
A great tutorial. Many thanks for your work
You are welcome!
Love the intro, simple and nice :)
Thanks! I try to get straight to the point.
Hi Tom, great video, 2 thumbs and 2 toes up! I'm sorely tempted to get an Atem Mini for my own multi cam setup. Should I wait for the next updated version since I don't have an immediate need?
I don't know how often they'll update them- but the ATEM Mini Pro and ISO are two higher end (and more expensive) versions that offer more features than the basic version I have.
@@tombuck Thanks for the reply! I believe those upper ends Atem models are overkill for my needs. It's a bit cumbersome to do multi-cam using OBS. I have a software called "MultiCam Capture" but that's very finicky and sometimes exhibits latency lag. I sometimes use Logitech Capture software to use my 2 different Logitech 4K Brio and Logitech C922 webcams, one camera is front facing and other is top down to show stuff on my desk for product reviews. The Logitech Capture app can toggle between both camera views easily plus can include a 3rd view of whatever is showing on my desktop screen. It works but obviously these are not pro grade cameras, they are webcams, LOL! As you can tell, I've definitely toyed around with variations of doing multi-cam setup of my own. I probably should have just started out getting the Atem Mini and be done with it by now, haha!
Audio through your A-cam is usually easiest. Audio goes through HDMI switcher, and is in perfect sync with your most important camera angle.
That definitely works as long as the camera has a decent preamp and doesn't introduce too much noise.
@@tombuck yes, prosumer cameras where you can select input is line level almost never have noise problems. If the input is mic level or dual purpose, noise is a common problem (has something to do with impedance). Apparently an “attenuation cable” does magic to remove noise when connecting line level sources to mic level inputs.
Nice lecture! Great picture quality! The audio quality is also very satisfactory. The camera's performance is also good, but it seems that the quality of the lighting determines the quality of the video.
Next, I would like to ask for the whole process of video recording. I would like to see what I am using as a studio, such as the location of lights and cameras.
I think this is more popular with beginners. As an expert, you will see and learn about the process of making your videos and the overall atmosphere of the studio you are making. I want to see you soon.
I especially want to see photos or videos with lighting. Thanks for the link to buy amazon lighting. I want to see the location of the lights I'm actually using. The picture quality is very good.
Thanks for the kind words! I do have several videos about my studio space and editing workflow that might be helpful. I also have a number of videos about my camera and the settings I use 👍
@@tombuck If there is a video link that you can refer to, please introduce it. I am amazed to see your video quality. The picture quality was so sharp and clear that my eyes became very large.
Tom, how about a video on the new Zoom Podtrak P8 to use for Live Streaming or... Zoom P8 versus Rodecaster Pro. No one has done these topics. Thanks!
I'm VERY interested in what Zoom has to offer, but I don't have access to the P8 and I always feel uneasy about buying unnecessary equipment solely for reviews (I prefer to just buy what I need at the time).
Simply Amazing!!!!!! As I was getting the questions on my mind, you were answering them.
Nice! That's definitely encouraging to hear!
Thank you Tom for the post. I’m in the start-up mode for video/podcasting. I have “Logic” for my audio and “Final Cut” for video. Before I invest in the ATEM , are you aware of and sync-up or latency issues when connection USB/USB for both units? Your thoughts or suggestions would be much appreciated. Thank you in advance for your guidance.
Cheers!
Dave
Hey Dave!
I usually just sync everything manually in Final Cut. It's typically not too tedious. 👍
Great stuff Tom! Thank you for this video. Very helpful. I'm considering adding the ATEM mini to my gear now to join forces with the rode caster pro. Only question now is Atem mini vs Atem mini pro????
I have the basic one, but I think the Pro is the sweet spot for most people, especially if you have any interest in multi view.
@@tombuck Thank you for the heads up. Do you have an affiliate code for the pro? Initially, I'll tap my Sony a6600 and a7sii to the atem and connect that to the rodecaster. Loving your videos my friend! Ty for replying. 🤩🤩🤩
This is some fantastic information to know, thank you so much for taking the time to explain how to use both of these powerhouses at the same time for broadcasting! :D
You're welcome, I'm happy it's helpful!
Tom. What would be the BEST method for video podcasting with 2-3 cameras and possibly a PC ? And syncing audio.
The BEST BEST? Rodecaster running into Ecamm live, with each camera on it's own capture card so that it shows up as a separate video source and then you can set them to switch automatically 👍
Super good points, thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
I was wondering if those mic inputs would work as a line input but is it a mono signal?
I needed this, to make sure I’m doing it right! Haha. It also seems to make my camera feeds look a little bit better. Thanks so much for introducing me to both of these!
Your stuff looks and sounds GREAT already! Anything else will just be icing on the cake.
thank you Tom! would you have a video of your final cut pro preferred settings/codecs and curious of your video upload time to youtube??? please and thanks!!
I can do that if you think it’d be helpful!
@@tombuck wow! that would be great!! or if you recommend a video if time is an issue. appreciate your teaching!
Hi Tom, you did a Live Stream walkthrough about 2 months again without the ATEM mini. Any chance you can do that please. Also would be handy to know what software you use to do your live stream along with your setup etc etc. Thanks in advance.
I did an ATEM review that kind of touches on it- really it's not too different other than the option to add in multiple angles.
Tom Buck ok thanks Tom
Unfortunately, the best audio setup doesn't allow you to switch to a second video source which has audio included, as this will not be sent on from the ATEM Mini I suppose? Just found you channel. Pretty cool stuff!
The ATEM Mini will allow you to mix in audio from your hdmi sources. 👍
Hmmm...using the monitor out’s with a y-cable, the one you suggested, I’m getting an annoying hiss. Bad cable, maybe? The sound coming out of my monitors is clean.
Not sure if this is the issue or not, but the headphone preamp is pretty noisy. Luckily none of that transfers to the actual output, but it can be frustrating.
@@tombuck I’m not using the headphone out. I’m using the L/R out with the y-cable. I’m going to try a couple different cables, to see if that changes things.
You are hella helpful. I appreciate it
I’m hella flattered 🙏
I like seeing all this. But as a beginner, it is overwhelming. Is there a good place to start with upleveling my Zoom classes?
Yeah, it can definitely be overwhelming. When it comes to Zoom classes and stuff, I always. recommend starting with audio. Even a simple USB mic can make an absolute world of difference. From there you can move on to cameras, lights, etc.