Roland V-8HD Video Switcher

General

Over the past couple of years, vlogging has seen a surge in popularity. In part because YouTube has paved the way and laid down the infrastructure but also because the tools required to vlog have become both more affordable and accessible. Roland, while mainly known for their synthesizers and keyboards, have proven they're actually equally capable when it comes to video mixers and switches that let you combine multiple cameras with wipes and other effects. Various smaller models have already been released but the new Roland V-8HD is clearly part of a larger breed of models and offers superior specifications to aid you in delivering professional quality content.

Features of the Roland V-8HD

There are two aspects that give away the fact that we're dealing with a pro-grade model here. First and foremost, there's there connector panel round the back which boasts no less than eight HDMI inputs. This might seem a little over-abundant considering that's eight cameras but take into account that a product presentation in a vlog alone could require a face camera, wide-shot camera, three product cameras and possibly an overhead camera for a clear overview of the room. That's an easy six cameras already! The second aspect is the front control panel fitted with ample buttons and knobs and, perhaps most importantly, a large 4x3" colour display. Picture-in-picture mode and DSK offer a splendid hands-on approach and any task you want done quickly, can be done quickly. Simply put, this director's console is a joy to work with.