Pearl Mini
Best compact production hub for professional live streamers and event producers.
The Epiphan Pearl Mini is a compact, professional video appliance designed for versatile capture, recording, and streaming. It expertly manages up to three full HD inputs from HDMI, SDI, and USB, alongside NDI|HX and SRT network sources. Control is intuitive via the integrated 7-inch touchscreen or remotely through Epiphan Edge. Pearl Mini excels at creating custom layouts, supports secure streaming protocols like SRT, and automates tasks through scheduling and presets. It integrates seamlessly with enterprise systems and offers hardware-accelerated H.264 encoding for reliable local recording.
$3750.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
64
/ 235
#64 in Video Editing Hardware & Production Equipment
Price vs Category Average
+132%
Above average
Video inputs
1321.423.02.264
/ x G SDI, x HDMI a, x USB (UVC/UAC), x NDI|HX, RTSP (H), SRT
Who it's for
- Solo creators needing a streamlined, portable production workflow
- Live producers requiring intuitive, hands-on hardware control
- Content creators producing professional multi-source video layouts
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious streamers requiring a more affordable entry point
- Broadcast engineers needing extensive physical video output options
- Power users demanding high-performance processing for complex, multi-layered productions
Performance breakdown
Input Versatility
Handles SDI, HDMI, and network sources with impressive professional flexibility.
Operational Intuition
The integrated touchscreen makes live switching accessible for any skill level.
Encoding Reliability
Hardware-accelerated H.264 ensures stable, high-quality streams without taxing your system.
Remote Management
Epiphan Edge provides seamless control for distributed production environments.
Audio Connectivity
Comprehensive analog inputs accommodate professional microphones and external mixers easily.
Layout Customization
Flexible PiP and overlay options allow for polished, broadcast-ready visuals.
Key Specs
Video inputs
1 x 3G SDI, 2 x HDMI 1.4a, 2 x USB 3.0 (UVC/UAC), 2 x NDI|HX, RTSP (H.264), SRT
Video output
1 x HDMI 1.4a, SRT
Network
1 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet port (RJ45), 1 × Ethernet over USB for optional second network
Audio inputs
2 x XLR, 2 x 1/4″ TRS, 2 x RCA, 1 x 3.5 mm
Audio output
1 x 3.5 mm audio jack
Encoding Type
H.264 (hardware-accelerated)
Storage Type
Internal SSD or SD card (user supplied)
Streaming Protocols
SRT, HLS over HTTPS, RTMPS
Features
- Record, stream, and switch three Full HD video inputs.
- Directly add Zoom and Microsoft Teams participants.
- Remote operation and live switching via Epiphan Edge.
- Hardware-accelerated H.264 encoding.
- Customizable layouts with PiP and text overlays.
- Dual Ethernet ports for enhanced network performance.
- Integrates with major AV/IT control platforms.
- Local recording to internal SSD or SD card.
What customers say
The Epiphan Pearl Mini earns strong praise for its exceptional reliability and integrated design, making it a staple in education and corporate AV settings. Users value its consistent performance handling simultaneous encoding, recording, and switching without issue. The all-in-one unit simplifies complex workflows effectively. Reviewers consistently commend the robust build quality and the intuitive nature of its core operation, ensuring accessibility. While the initial cost is noted, the device delivers outstanding long-term value through its unwavering stability and dependable professional performance. This consistent quality solidifies its reputation as a premium workhorse.
Know before you buy
Yes, the Pearl Mini can directly ingest Zoom and Microsoft Teams participants as video sources, making it a powerful tool for hybrid events and remote interviews.
No, it is a standalone hardware appliance. You can manage switching, recording, and streaming directly via the built-in 7-inch touchscreen or remotely through the Epiphan Edge cloud platform.
The device supports local recording to either an internal SSD or an SD card. You will need to supply your own storage media to capture your content.
Absolutely. The Pearl Mini allows you to create custom layouts, including picture-in-picture (PiP) effects and text overlays, which you can switch between during your broadcast.
Yes, it is well-equipped for professional audio. It features four audio inputs, including two XLR ports and two 1/4-inch TRS jacks, allowing you to connect high-quality microphones and mixers directly.
The Pearl Mini supports up to 1080p Full HD resolution for both inputs and outputs, ensuring crisp, high-quality video for your streams and recordings.
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