Multi-Stream Recording

PixelRecorder uses an N-stream architecture where each recording source is independent, giving you maximum flexibility in your recording setup.

What is a Stream?

A stream is an independent recording source. Each stream:

• Has its own settings (resolution, codec, quality)
• Records to its own file
• Shares the same timecode with other streams

Stream Types

Video Streams

Screen Recording

• Capture full display or individual windows
• Support for multiple monitors
• High-resolution capture (up to 6K)

Camera Recording

• Built-in or external cameras
• Independent resolution settings
• Multiple cameras simultaneously

Audio Streams

Microphone

• Any connected audio input device
• Individual gain control
• BWF format with embedded timecode

System Audio

• Capture application audio
• Record what your Mac is playing
• Useful for software demos

Why N-Stream?

Traditional recorders combine all sources into one file. PixelRecorder’s approach offers:

Maximum Flexibility

• Edit each source independently
• Apply different effects to each stream
• Rearrange in post-production

Professional Sync

• All streams share SMPTE timecode
• Frame-accurate alignment in any NLE
• No manual sync required

Quality Control

• Independent codec per stream
• Match resolution to source
• Optimize file size per stream

Adding Streams

1. Click + in the stream list
2. Select stream type
3. Choose source device
4. Configure settings

There’s no artificial limit on streams - add as many as your Mac can handle.

Stream Organization

Streams are automatically named and organized:

• recording_001_screen.mov
• recording_001_camera.mov
• recording_001_mic.bwf

The timestamp prefix keeps related files together.

Performance Considerations

Multiple streams require more system resources:

• CPU usage increases with stream count
• Storage speed affects maximum streams
• Consider codec choice (HEVC produces smaller files than H.264)

See System Requirements for recommended specs.