Here at B&H Photo, we are happy to announce the new Roland V-8HD, an 8-channel HD video switcher. This compact, portable, all-in-one switcher is well suited for live event switching, providing you with creative opportunities without the need for a separate computer for control. Featuring a built-in 4.3" multi-view LCD screen, backlit take buttons, effect controls, and a T-bar, the V-8HD has an easy-to-grasp layout, as well as eight HDMI inputs, three HDMI outputs, and discrete RCA audio inputs and outputs. The switcher features an all-HDMI workflow with support for 1080i/p, 720p, at 60/50 hertz, and even supporting 24p. It also supports legacy formats such as 480/576i/p and computer resolutions from VGA to WUXGA.
The V-8HD can switch seamlessly between 8-Full HD sources, even with mismatched frame rates and color spaces. Two of the inputs having built-in scalers, allowing the switcher to support signals from various sources, such as computers, tablets, smartphones, gaming consoles, as well as legacy 4:3 devices. As far as audio goes, the switcher has a built-in 18-channel audio mixer.
As you would expect to find in a Roland video switcher, it features a host of effects to help you achieve your creative vision. The V-8HD supports video effects, layers, and graphics to add polish and a professional look to any production. The mixer features transitions such as Cut, Mix, and eight different kinds of wipes. It also has the horsepower to support two picture-in-picture compositions, two split screens, and has two built-in Keyers, as well as a Downstream Keyer. Other capabilities include horizontal and vertical flop, still image capture, still image playback, and output fade. The V-8HD does not ignore audio processing, and features such effects as delay, high-pass filter, compressor, noise gate, equalizer, multi-band compressor, limiter, test tone output. Two built-in ¼" phone jacks let you attach optional foot switches that allow you to control more than 100 different switcher commands, and an available app allows you to control the V-8HD via an iPad.
The V-8HD is a powerhouse, contained in a device only about 12 x 7.5" and weighing less than 4.5 pounds, making it easy to take it with you, even to the most remote locations and events. It is well worth checking out when you are looking for your next video mixer. Whether for location, event, education, or house of worship productions, the V-8HD can help you create engaging, professional-looking content.
For more information on Roland's V-8HD switcher, and other Roland products, visit the B&H Photo Website or if you're in New York City, visit the B&H Photo SuperStore.
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