The Turret Broadcast Video Streaming System from Marantz Professional combines an HD video camera, microphone, ring light, and headphone amplifier with a control tower/stand. Together, these components provide an all-in-one broadcast tool expressly designed for streaming and podcasting. The Turret System's compact, portable size suits it to both desktop and location use with the centrally located camera, microphone, and light controls placed within easy reach on the control tower.

The Turret camera features full HD recording at 1080p, automatic low-light correction, a 78° wide-angle lens, auto-focusing, and both Windows and Mac compatibility. H.264 video compression is built-in for easy streaming, and the Turret includes an internal USB hub; a high-speed USB-C output minimizes signal latency.

On the audio side, the Turret features a high-performance condenser mic, gain control with an integrated preamp, pop filter, and direct monitoring while recording. To add music or an effects channel, a mix control enables you to blend the mic's audio with a USB audio input. The preamp outputs a pristine signal to your headphones, enabling you to hear your audio output as your audience does.

The LED ring light surrounds the Turret camera, providing even illumination of the streamer/podcaster. This dimmable, daylight-balanced LED fixture comes with cool white, and warm filters for matching to the light at your location.

1080p HD Video with H.264 Compression    48 kHz/24-Bit USB Condenser Microphone    Daylight-Balanced LED Ring Light    High-Quality Headphone Amplifier    Hi-Speed USB Output, Internal USB Hub    Easy-Reach Control Tower Stand    Microphone Pop Filter    Mix Control to Add USB Audio Input    Cool & Warm Light Filters

• Complete, freestanding streaming/recording system

• Full HD video at 1080p/30 with H.264 compression, and a 78° wide-angle lens

• Automatic low-light exposure correction

• USB condenser microphone 48 kHz/16-bit with pop filter

• Mix control enables mixing of mic's audio with USB audio input

• Dimmable, daylight-balanced LED ring light provides even illumination

• Outputs to your computer via USB-C port; internal USB hub

• Headphone preamp for accurate monitoring

• Fixed line-level output via 3.5mm TRS jack

• Windows

• Mac 10.6 or later

• Operates in USB Video Device Class (UVC) mode

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can xlr input accept line level signal?

A: Yes, the RODE Streamer X Audio Interface and Video Streaming Console can accept line level signal through the XLR input.

Q: 2. Viewing the video, we understand there is a problem using a Macbook Pro with USB C connectors. Does the problem also exist with Macbooks Pro's that have USB A connectors?

A: Not as far as we have discovered - no.

Q: 3. Is there an example of video shot from the turret?

A: I have compared the Turret video to a Logitech C920, Unfortunately I am not able to post links to this site. I was impressed by the quality, The only notable difference to me was that the C920 was slightly more wide angle, but not a deal breaker in my opinion.

Q: 4. is this compatible with xbox one for a stream?

A: Outputs to your computer via USB-C port; internal USB hub System Compatibility:WindowsMac 10.6 or laterOperates in USB Video Device Class (UVC) mode

Q: 5. Why does the volume on the linked video keep changing from barely audible to acceptable levels? Not a very good example of the products abilities.

A: We're sorry to hear about your experience with the turret broadcaster, it sounds like a defect. Please feel free to call or e-mail us to assist you.

Q: 6. The ring light looks tiny. Does it actually help at all to reduce shadows from overhead lights?

A: I saw these at a trade show - yes the light does reduce shadows, I just felt the light was too annoying to be staring into for the duration of a webcast, and decided to pass. Also, my application includes me working and screensharing on a PC - this would have to sit smack in fron of my screen, since there's no way to adjust the camera height.

Q: 7. Will this plug and play with a Chromebook?

A: Jeff:Since I don't own a Chromebook I can't be certain but if your unit has an open USB port it should work. By the way, it's a terrific unit!

Q: 8. No 24p support?

A: The Marantz Turret does not currently support 24p video.

Q: 9. Is there an inherent benefit to add this device if you already installed an HDMI capture card, other than the gain control?

A: The RODE X Streamer X functions as both a capture device and an audio interface, allowing you to connect professional XLR microphones to your computer. If you are interested in the audio interface capability, but not the video streaming features, then perhaps an audio interface such as BH #FOSCARSOLO3G would be more appropriate.

Q: 10. Is the camera adjustable at all; height, side to side or up and down. Specifically, if I’m doing a how to segment, can I angle the camera down at my desktop or is it fixed pointing straight at me?

A: Hi! Happy to help! The camera can be swiveled side to side and angled up and down. The height of the camera is not adjustable