AVMatrix Shark S8X Plus – Professional All-in-One Production Mixer for Livestreaming, Broadcast & Video Production
The AVMatrix Shark S8X Plus is the ultimate all-in-one production mixer for demanding live productions, streaming, and recordings. Equipped with a 17.3-inch Full-HD IPS display, it combines powerful hardware with innovative software in a compact device – ideal for events, conferences, studio recordings, and mobile productions.
Inputs
8× 3G-SDI
2× 4K-HDMI
AUX and REF input
Thanks to these inputs, the Shark S8X Plus offers maximum connectivity. With multi-view source routing, each video source can be flexibly assigned – perfect for complex scene layouts. The AUX input supports, among other things, UVC cameras, network streams, NDI, and video playback.
Outputs
2× HDMI PGM
4× SDI PGM
HDMI Multi-View Output
REF output
Streaming formats such as RTMP(S), SRT, RTSP, or optionally NDI are supported without any issues. Recordings can be made flexibly via USB stick, SD card, or a 2.5-inch SATA hard drive.
Features
Chroma-Key, Luma-Key, DSK, PIP/POP, Logo Overlay
Transitions via T-Bar, Auto, or Cut
Audio
XLR input and output (incl. 48V phantom power)
3.5mm stereo jack
Mixing of 8 channels embedded video audio
2 XLR/TRS balanced and one stereo input
PTZ Control
The integrated 8-channel PTZ control allows precise camera control including focus, color adjustment, and presets – manually or automatically. The practical macro script function allows recording and repeating recurring processes, while the Tally GPIO port ensures smooth communication within the team.
Conclusion
The AVMatrix Shark S8X Plus is the perfect solution for professional live streams, broadcasts, video productions, and event technology – powerful, flexible, and easy to use.
Features:
Shark S8X Plus video mixer
17.3-inch FHD IPS display
Inputs: 8×3G-SDI and 2×4K-HDMI, 1×BNC REF, 1×AUX (internal interface)
Multi-view source routing: Allows assignment of any input signals to any views
AUX input: Video playback/UVC camera/Network pull stream/NDI
Outputs: 2×HDMI (A/B) PGM (configurable), 4×SDI (A/B) PGM (configurable), 1×HDMI MV (source configurable), 1×REF output
Streaming: RTMP(S)/SRT/RTSP/NDI (optional)
Recording and playback: USB flash drive/SD card/2.5-inch SATA
USB-C port for lossless UVC capturing
Chroma key, luma key, custom position and size (PIP × 3, POP), DSK, LOGO overlay
Transitions: T-Bar/Auto/Cut
Professional XLR audio input and output with support for 48 V phantom power
Mixer: 8×embedded audio from video inputs, 2×XLR/TRS balanced & 3.5mm stereo input; 3.5mm stereo & XLR balanced output
8-channel PTZ control with adjustable PTZ speed, presets, automatic/manual white balance, automatic/manual color, and automatic/manual focus control
Macro script function: Supports macro recording, playback, and editing of macro scripts
Tally GPIO port
