The BoxCast Blog

Streaming Hardware Over $3,000 Doesn’t Have to Be the New Norm

Live streaming gear has come a long way — but so have the price tags attached. Expensive doesn’t always mean better, and “affordable” doesn’t...

Buy a Hardware Streaming Encoder the Smart Way: Key Specs + Real-World Tips

Buying a live streaming encoder can feel overwhelming — especially when every option claims to be “reliable” or “professional.” This guide is here to...

HDMI vs. SDI Encoder: Encoders Explained and Evaluated

When choosing between HDMI vs SDI encoders for live video streaming, the right answer depends on your workflow, gear, and goals. In this guide, we’ll...

Best Camera for Live Streaming Church: Top Picks for Every Context

Looking for the best camera for church live streaming? Whether you're working with a tight budget or want pro-level gear, this blog breaks down your...

Are Streaming Hardware Encoders Over $2,500 Really Worth It?

Curious if premium hardware encoders are really worth the high price tag? We break down the features, costs, and performance of four popular encoders...

Change Your Live Stream Service Provider (Without the Headache)

BoxCast launched in 2013, and since then we've helped tens of thousands of organizations with their live video streaming needs. In our early years,...

Automated Live Streaming: The Many Benefits

Live video streaming involves encoding, transport, transcoding, distribution, and playback. If that sounds like a lot, it's because it is.

Audio Mixing from Anywhere

Controlling your digital mixer from anywhere may almost sound too good to be true.

Why Live Stream Audio Mixing Has to Be Real Time

Audio Mixer Training Made Easy

If you're looking for a better, more effective way to train others on your team to mix audio like a pro, you're in the right place. This is a...

The Best Live Streaming Feature You've Never Heard Of

Whether you’ve been live streaming for years or just recently started, you probably have the basics down — scheduling events, uploading graphics,...

HEVC Cloud Transcoding Is the Key to Reliable Live Streaming

Live video streaming is hard to get right. Between inconsistent network conditions and the pressure to deliver a flawless viewer experience every...

BoxCast RemoteMix vs. Remote Desktop: Why a Dedicated Audio Tool Wins

As an audio professional, you have plenty of remote control tools at your disposal — but are they really built to meet the demands of real-time audio...