The AVMATRIX SHARK S4M 4-Channel HDMI/SDI AV Switcher serves as a comprehensive live-production workstation, seamlessly blending professional-grade video switching—up to 1080p60—with advanced audio mixing capabilities, all contained within a portable design. Geared toward content creators, educators, houses of worship, and event producers, the SHARK S4M incorporates two HDMI and two SDI video inputs with embedded audio support. It also features two HDMI programme outputs and a dedicated HDMI multiview output, ensuring efficient monitoring of all sources. For enhanced streaming flexibility, the device provides a USB-C port for plug-and-play UVC capture with streaming software, as well as a LAN port for convenient web-based control and direct RTMP/SRT streaming.
Audio and Connectivity
Equipped with six mono microphone inputs, two stereo line inputs, a TRS headphone output, and two balanced XLR main outputs, the SHARK S4M delivers extensive audio connectivity. Each audio channel is outfitted with precision gain adjustments, a two-band AEQ, low-cut filtering, and access to 99 onboard DSP audio effect modes, offering robust control over your sound mix.
Real-Time Video Effects
Users can elevate their productions further with a suite of real-time effects, including chroma and luma keying, as well as downstream keying and custom logo overlays. The switcher supports advanced layout options such as one PoP (Picture-on-Picture) or two PiP (Picture-in-Picture) group configurations, empowering creators to craft dynamic and professional-looking presentations on the fly.
Recording and Production Flexibility
For added convenience and flexibility, the SHARK S4M supports simultaneous recording to SD cards and USB disks, streamlining workflow for multi-camera and multi-source productions. This all-in-one device is built to simplify and power demanding live video projects in a single compact package.
