Live streaming from home is more popular than ever. Whether you want to stream games, hold webinars or simply interact with your community, being there live is the new normal. But if you want to achieve professional results, you can’t do without the right professional equipment for home streaming.
There are many challenges when setting up a home studio: limited space, a manageable budget and the question of which devices are really necessary. However, with the right tools, you can create a professional streaming setup at home. In this article, we present five products that make the difference between an amateur and a professional live stream.
Why these 5 products are indispensable
The selected products are specially designed for home streaming. They offer professional quality, are easy to use and don’t take up the whole apartment – perfect for anyone who wants to stream at home. Whether you are a gaming streamer, a corporate speaker or a creative mind: This equipment is versatile and adapts to different streaming scenarios.
Product 1: Livestream cameras
A high-quality camera is at the heart of every livestream. It ensures high video quality. Many models, especially modern livestream cameras, support 4K resolution, which delivers razor-sharp images. These cameras can be easily integrated into popular streaming software such as vMix or OBS, so you can get started without any technical hurdles. Thanks to their compact design, they are ideal for small home studios where space is often at a premium. Combine the camera with a tripod or a gimbal – a stabilizing mounting system – to film flexibly from different perspectives. Whether for gaming streams, webinars or product presentations: A good camera is indispensable for creating your content.
Product 2: Image mixer
An image mixer allows you to switch between several cameras. This allows you to switch seamlessly between different views during the stream. Effects such as fades or cross-fades make your stream more dynamic and professional.
Even beginners can quickly get to grips with the technology, as many models are designed to be user-friendly. A vision mixer is ideal for multi-camera setups, for example at events, interviews or product launches. Combine it with livestream cameras to achieve maximum success.
Product 3: Sound technology (microphones, audio mixer)
Good sound is at least as important as a good picture. Compact and powerful microphones such as the Vissonic M410 gooseneck microphone are particularly suitable for home streaming. Thanks to its cardioid characteristic, it effectively filters out disturbing background noise and ensures clear and precise voice reproduction – perfect for streaming sessions, podcasts or webinars.
If you are streaming in a small room, the correct placement of the microphone is crucial to achieve the best sound quality. A gooseneck microphone like the M410 can be positioned flexibly while remaining unobtrusive. For more sophisticated setups where multiple audio sources such as microphones or music need to be controlled, an audio mixer is the ideal addition.
With such solutions, you can also achieve professional audio quality at home without having to resort to complicated technology. Regardless of whether you are streaming alone or integrating guests into your setup.
Product 4: Capture & streaming devices
Capture and streaming devices record your live streams and transmit them in real time to platforms such as YouTube, Twitch or Facebook. These devices support streaming on several platforms simultaneously(multistreaming) and are easy to use, even for beginners.
They allow you to achieve professional results without having to set up an expensive studio. Everything you need fits on your desk. These devices are ideal for gaming streams, webinars or live events. Combine them with livestream cameras and vision mixers to get the most out of your setup.
Product 5: NDI hardware
NDI (Network Device Interface) is a technology that enables low-latency video transmissions over networks. NDI hardware such as encoders, for converting signals, and decoders, for receiving signals, are ideal for your live streams.
This technology is scalable and is perfect for multi-camera setups, even in smaller rooms. It can be easily integrated into existing networks and is ideal if you want to combine live and online streams – for virtual events or interactive webinars, for example.
Combine NDI hardware with vision mixers and livestream cameras to achieve professional results at home. Whether for creative projects, small events or company presentations.
Tips for space-saving furnishings
A home studio doesn’t have to take up a lot of space. With a few clever tricks, you can make your streaming setup space-saving. Use wall mounts to attach cameras or monitors, or rely on foldable furniture such as tables or stands that can be stowed away after streaming to save space.
A green screen allows you to flexibly design the look of your stream without taking up too much space. For example, set up a compact streaming corner in your living room or home office to keep the rest of the room usable.
Start your professional livestream from home now!
High-quality live streams are also possible at home – with the right equipment. The products presented here offer everything you need for high-quality video and audio. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced streamer: These tools will take your streaming to the next level.
Discover the right equipment in the store now and start your next streaming project!