Switchblade LPU2 12-channel SDI Production Switcher with VMC12 PRO Control Panel

Complete control surface switcher bundle for broadcasting concerts, sports, church services, and more!

The LPU2 is a compact, rackmount video switcher based on vMix live production software. Building off the success of Switchblade’s popular vMix turnkey systems, including the LPU4 and Turbo, the LPU2 packs all the essential features and I/O for running multi-camera, multi-source live broadcasts in any location.

Today’s live events rely increasingly on a combination of traditional physical inputs like SDI, as well as IP sources, including NDI and SRT. The LPU2 handles both with equal ease, packing eight (8) 3G-SDI inputs, four (4) bi-directional 3G-SDI inputs/outputs, and vMix’s native support for NDI, NDI|HX, SRT, RTMP, and RTSP network video sources.

The compact, short-depth 2U chassis makes this tiny rack-mountable platform ideal for smaller studio rack spaces and transportable flypacks. Even setups without rack cabinets will find its diminutive size small enough to use on top of a desk.

This cost-effective bundle includes the Switchblade VMC12 PRO controller, a plug-and-play USB control surface for easy access to 12 channels, and up to 24 channels via the SHIFT key. It also comes with a built-in PTZ joystick and zoom rocker, eliminating the need for a separate PTZ controller

Key Features

• Live switching of SDI and network video inputs
• Includes perpetual license of vMix Pro software with 1 year of free version updates
• NDI input and output
• Up to 4096 x 2160 resolution (applies only to IP video inputs)
• 8 x 3G-SDI inputs
• 4 x 3G-SDI bi-directional connections
• 4 x external display outputs for user interface, multiview, and more
• 4 x overlay channels for graphics, text, images, and more
• 2 x media recorders
• ISO recording on all SDI inputs
• Simultaneous streaming to 3 destinations
• Integrates with Zoom for capturing individual participants
• GT Designer Standard and Advanced titling software included
• 8 x Remote callers with vMix Call feature
• 8-channel replay and slow-motion playback with vMix Replay (standalone app or inside vMix)
• PTZ camera control

Technical Specifications

• Form-factor: 2U rackmount/desktop
• Video Inputs: 8 x Micro-BNC* 3G-SDI inputs, up to 1080p60
• Video Inputs / Outputs: 1 x Micro-BNC* 3G-SDI, up to 1080p60
• Display Outputs: 2 x DisplayPort 1.4a, 2 x HDMI 2.1a
• Analog Audio Inputs: 1 x 3.5mm (1/8″) line level stereo input, 1 x 3.5mm (1/8″) microphone level input
• Analog Audio Output: 1 x 3.5mm (1/8″) line level stereo output
• Processing: 20-core Intel Core i7-14700F processor
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 with 8GB GDDR6 VRAM
• Memory: 32GB DDR5
• Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD
• Network: 2 x 2.5Gb/s Ethernet RJ-45 port, WiFi 6
• Operating System: Windows 11 Pro
• Dimensions: 17.00″ x 13.05″ x 3.46″ / 432mm x 331.5mm x 88mm
• Weight: 19 lbs / 8.6 kg

* Note: All SDI connections are Micro-BNC and require adapters to connect to full-sized BNC cables. Adapters can be ordered in kits of four with SKU: SWBS-4XUBNC-BNC.

More about the Switchblade VMC12 PRO controller

The Switchblade VMC12 PRO is a compact hardware control surface for vMix. With all the essential features of vMix at the touch of a button, your live productions will be easy to manage without resorting to a mouse and keyboard. The VMC12 PRO is ideal for productions that use PTZ cameras in conjunction with vMix, making it a valuable tool for high schools, colleges, and churches in particular.

The VMC12 PRO features preview and program rows for 12 channels, audio knobs, T-bar, and a high-quality PTZ joystick. The controller requires only a single USB cable connected to your computer’s USB port where it receives power and data. Only a MIDI configuration file is required to map all the buttons to vMix, which can also be customized to your liking.

Key Features

• 64 high-quality, LED backlit buttons, including:
  • Two rows of 12-channel preview and program buttons
  • Shift button to access additional channels 13-24
  • 12 title/overlay buttons for both preview and program
  • Four shortcut function buttons for record, stream, external screen output, and fade-to-black
  • Five auto-transition buttons
  • Large Auto and Take channel switching buttons
  • Four Media/DSK1 shortcut buttons
  • Media playback buttons, including Play/Pause, Previous, Next, and Loop
• Built-in PTZ control section, including:
  • High-quality PTZ joystick
  • 4 camera preset buttons
  • Preview, Program, Camera, and VI
• USB powered from the host computer
• RS232 for serial PTZ camera control
• Optional wireless tally lights

Technical Specifications

• Input Voltage: USB 5V 300mA
• Ports: USB Type-B, DB-9 RS232, WiFi (for wireless tally)
• Communication Protocols: USB, MIDI, RS232
• PTZ Protocols: VISCA, VISCA over IP*, PELCO-D, PELCO-P, and NDI*
  * Requires vMix and LAN connection to cameras through the host computer
• Power Source: USB port, nominal voltage 5 VDC
• Material: Aluminum and Steel
• Weight: 6.6 lbs / 3 kg
• Dimensions: 18″ W x 9.5″ D x 3″ high (not including PTZ joystick) / 457.2mm x 241.3mm x 76.2mm