Hardware recommendations for a self-hosted Webcast

A successful and professional Webcast can also be easily self-hosted with simple and affordable equipment and software.

We are pleased to advise you on more options, devices, and the implementation of your next live event, contact our support team.

In this article, we provide you a selection of hardware and software solutions:


Logitech Brio ULTRA-HD PRO Webcam



The Logitech Brio ULTRA-HD PRO is our recommended standard webcam.

  • Suitable for small rooms with 1-2 people in front of the camera
  • Simple setup
  • Small and handy
  • SlideSync stream via browser (Live Producer).
  • Required hardware:
    • Laptop
  • Optional:
    • external USB microphone
    • Tripod

Logitech Group



The Logitech Group video conferencing system is perfect for events with several people.

  • Suitable for mid to large-sized rooms with several people in front of the camera
  • SlideSync stream via browser (Live Producer)
  • Use the teleconferencing system like a USB webcam
  • Sharp image, even at long distances: 10x zoom
  • Zoom, tilt, and pan the camera on the unit or by remote control
  • Required hardware: Laptop

Blackmagic Web Presenter



If you already have access to semi-professional production hardware such as a DSLR camera, all you need is a high-quality interface like the Blackmagic Web Presenter.

  • Turn any professional SDI or HDMI video source into a USB webcam
  • Simple setup
  • SlideSync stream via browser (Live Producer).
  • Required hardware:
    • Laptop
    • Camera
    • Microphone
  • Optional: Teranex Mini Smart Panel for additional sources and previews

Blackmagic Atem mini



The Blackmagic Atem mini is a video mixer that allows you to create professional multi-camera productions for live streaming.

  • 4 HDMI inputs with live editing at the console
  • transitions, picture-in-picture, green screen
  • SlideSync stream via browser (Live Producer).
  • Required hardware:
    • Laptop
    • Camera
    • Microphone

Switcher Studio App



Modern smartphone cameras produce great images in the right lighting conditions. They are also very well connected with the Switcher Studio App.

  • Integrate multiple smartphones as live cameras.
  • Logo inserts, graphics, belly bands, videos and up to 2 guest speakers.
  • SlideSync stream via external encoder
  • Required hardware: iPhone or iPad


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