Streaming Gear
Streaming setups are now assembled from at least six categories of hardware — mic, camera, capture, lighting, mixer and controller — and each has its own quirks. PixelLoadout treats streaming gear as a system, not a shopping list.
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What's in this category
Streaming setups are now assembled from at least six categories of hardware — mic, camera, capture, lighting, mixer and controller — and each has its own quirks. PixelLoadout treats streaming gear as a system, not a shopping list.
Who this is for
Twitch and YouTube streamers past their first 100 hours, podcasters upgrading from all-in-one headsets, and hybrid streamer-creators.
What you'll learn
Which mic works for your room acoustics, when a camera outperforms your webcam, how to light without a photography degree, and when a stream deck actually pays off.
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Beginner guides
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Frequently asked questions about streaming gear
Do I need a capture card if I only stream from PC?
Not for solo PC streaming. A capture card only becomes essential when you stream a console feed, or use a two-PC streaming setup.