MY SETUP
The tech behind the stream.
From the IRL backpack to the home gaming setup: this page shows the hardware I use for streaming, gaming, audio, mobile connectivity and production.
The goal is not simply to own a lot of technology. Every component has a job: stable streams, clean audio, reliable power and a workflow that works in practice.
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Two setups. One workflow.
At home I focus on performance and control. On the road I focus on stability, mobility and redundant connections.
MOBILE STREAMING
IRL setup
A portable streaming backpack built around bonding, redundant mobile connections, clean audio and enough power for long event days.
What matters on the road
- BELABOX on Jetson Nano 2 as hardware encoder
- 5G/LTE bonding with multiple independent uplinks
- DJI Osmo Action 4 and RØDE Wireless GO II
- Four Anker Prime 27,650 mAh power banks
- UPS buffer power for the encoder
- Designed for conventions, events and city streams
The focus is low latency and graceful failure: if one connection becomes weak, the stream should continue instead of immediately dropping.
COMPONENTS
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Encoder
In the setup
BELABOX auf Jetson Nano 2
Purpose
Stable low latency streaming while mobile.
- NVIDIA Jetson hardware encoding
- Bonding of multiple uplinks
- Own IRL ingest server for stability
Why I use it
Reliable bonding and very low latency for live events.
Power buffer
In the setup
UPS HAT für Jetson Nano
Purpose
Backup power and runtime for the BELABOX.
- Runtime depends on battery and load
- Up to 5.1 V / 8,000 mA backup power
- Overcurrent and overvoltage protection
- Fast charging and status LEDs
Why I use it
Buffers voltage drops and enables safer shutdowns.
Mobile router
In the setup
Netgear Nighthawk M5
Purpose
Primary mobile data connection in the bonding setup.
- 5G with LTE fallback
- Wi-Fi for the rig and LAN to the encoder
- Fast network registration
Why I use it
A strong 5G hotspot with practical battery operation.
SIM Modem
In the setup
HUAWEI E8372 LTE Modem
Purpose
Second mobile connection for bonding and redundancy.
- LTE Cat 4 up to 150 Mbit/s downlink
- 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi hotspot
- USB powered
- Useful as an additional bonding uplink
Why I use it
An inexpensive and flexible second uplink.
Power
In the setup
4× Anker Prime 27.650 mAh
Purpose
Long runtime for encoder, router and cameras.
- 250 W class power bank
- Multiple ports
- High output reserves
Why I use it
Enough reserve for long IRL sessions.
Camera
In the setup
DJI Osmo Action 4
Purpose
Compact stabilized camera for mobile streaming.
- Wide angle
- HorizonSteady
- Strong low light performance
Why I use it
Robust, compact and reliable for moving streams.
Audio
In the setup
RØDE Wireless GO II
Purpose
Clean wireless audio while moving.
- Dual transmitter system
- Internal recording
- Fast pairing
Why I use it
Internal recording provides an important backup.
Drone
Optional
DJI Mini 4 Pro
Purpose
Additional outdoor and event B-roll where permitted.
- Compact package
- Low weight
- Stabilized aerial footage
Why I use it
Adds perspectives that are impossible with the handheld camera.
Backpack
In the setup
K&F Concept Kamerarucksack 32L
Purpose
Protected storage for camera, accessories and laptop.
- 32 L capacity
- Laptop compartment up to 15.6 inches
- Flexible dividers and rain cover
- Side quick access
Why I use it
Large enough for long event days without becoming a hard case.
HOME BASE
Gaming & streaming setup
The home setup combines gaming, recording and livestreaming. The priority is stable performance, controllable audio and a workflow that stays reliable under load.
Operating profile
- 1440p gaming with stable frame rates
- 1080p60 NVENC livestreaming
- 64 GB RAM for OBS, editing and multitasking
- NVMe for system/projects and 18 TB archive storage
- Custom water cooling for quieter operation
- Capture, lighting and stream controls directly at the desk
OBS · GAMING · STORAGE
Stream profile
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OBS stream: 1080p60, NVENC, CBR 6000 kbps, 2 s keyframe
02
Recording: MKV with remux, CQP 18–22 or edit-friendly codecs
03
Audio: 48 kHz with high bitrate
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Gaming target: 1440p, V-Sync off, FPS cap below display refresh rate
05
Maintenance: dust filters regularly, cooling loop serviced periodically
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Archive: VODs and raw footage stored separately from the system drive
COMPONENTS
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Mainboard
In the setup
ASUS ROG Maximus XII Extreme
Purpose
High end platform with strong power delivery and connectivity.
- Strong VRM design
- Many USB and M.2 ports
- Solid networking
Why I use it
A stable platform with plenty of headroom.
Processor
In the setup
Intel Core i9-10900K
Purpose
Gaming performance with enough reserve for recording and streaming.
- 10 cores
- High clock speeds
- Proven gaming platform
Why I use it
Still sufficient for the workflow used on this system.
Graphics card
No longer sold new
Gigabyte AORUS GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Gaming OC 11G
Purpose
1440p gaming and NVENC streaming.
- Strong WQHD performance
- NVENC encoder
- 11 GB VRAM
Why I use it
The card still covers the intended gaming and streaming workload.
RAM
In the setup
G.SKILL F4-3600C17Q-32GTZR · 64 GB
Purpose
Memory reserve for OBS, editing and multitasking.
- 64 GB total
- 3600 MHz
- Low latency kit
Why I use it
Enough capacity to keep multiple production applications open.
NVMe
In the setup
Samsung 970 PRO 1 TB
Purpose
Fast system and project drive.
- Fast reads and writes
- High endurance
- Short load times
Why I use it
Keeps system, software and active projects responsive.
HDD
In the setup
Seagate Exos X18 18 TB
Purpose
Mass storage for VODs and raw footage.
- 18 TB capacity
- Enterprise drive
- Separate archive storage
Why I use it
Keeps large archives away from the fast project drive.
Power supply
In the setup
ASUS ROG Thor 1200P
Purpose
Large power reserve for the system and cooling loop.
- 1200 W rated power
- High quality components
- Stable under load
Why I use it
Plenty of headroom for sustained streaming loads.
Water cooling
In the setup
Thermaltake Pacific M360 Plus
Purpose
Lower temperatures and quieter sustained operation.
- 360 mm radiator
- Custom loop
- RGB hard tube design
Why I use it
Lower fan speed helps keep stream audio cleaner.
Webcam
In the setup
Elgato Facecam
Purpose
Consistent face camera for the desk setup.
- Good image quality
- PC software control
- Low latency
Why I use it
Quick to adjust between different streaming scenes.
Actioncam
Not recommended
GoPro HERO9 Black
Purpose
Currently used as an additional camera in the gaming setup.
- Up to 5K30 / 4K60
- HyperSmooth 3.0
- Front and rear display
Why I use it
A temporary solution until it is replaced by a more suitable camera.
Capture
In the setup
Elgato Cam Link
Purpose
Connects DSLR or action cameras to the stream.
- USB form factor
- Low delay
- Broad compatibility
Why I use it
A flexible additional camera input.
Lighting
In the setup
Elgato Key Light
Purpose
Even face lighting without hard shadows.
- Adjustable brightness
- Adjustable color temperature
- Desk mount
Why I use it
Clean light without adding noise or much heat.
Control
In the setup
Elgato Stream Deck · 32 Tasten
Purpose
Scenes, clips, sounds and macros directly under one hand.
- Profiles per game
- Clip triggers
- Broad integrations
Why I use it
Reduces alt-tabbing and keeps show control fast.
Microphone
In the setup
Shure SM7B
Purpose
Professional dynamic microphone for streaming, broadcasting, podcasts and voice recording.
- Dynamic cardioid microphone
- 50 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response
- 150 Ω output impedance
- −59 dBV/Pa sensitivity
- Switchable bass rolloff and presence boost
- Internal air suspension shock isolation
- Integrated pop filter
- Enhanced electromagnetic shielding
Why I use it
A legendary broadcast microphone with a warm and natural voice reproduction. Its cardioid pattern, integrated pop filter and internal shock isolation make it particularly well suited for streaming and close speech.
Audio Production Studio
In the setup
RØDE RØDECaster Pro II
Purpose
All in one audio production studio for streaming, podcasting, music production and content creation.
- 4 Neutrik combo inputs for microphone, line and instrument signals
- Revolution Preamps with up to 76 dB gain
- 4 independent headphone outputs
- Dual USB C audio interfaces
- Integrated APHEX audio processing
- Bluetooth audio connectivity
- Integrated RØDE Series IV wireless receiver
- 48 kHz sample rate
- microSD and USB recording
Why I use it
The central audio hub of my streaming setup. It combines powerful microphone preamps, routing, processing and multiple audio sources in one device and is particularly useful for complex streaming and dual PC workflows.
Studio Headphones
In the setup
beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X
Purpose
Open back studio headphones for critical listening, editing and precise audio monitoring.
- Open back over ear design
- 48 Ω impedance
- STELLAR.45 driver system
- 5 Hz to 40 kHz frequency response
- Detachable 3 m cable with mini XLR connector
- Velour ear pads
- 292 g weight without cable
- Made in Germany
Why I use it
Its open design delivers a spacious and transparent soundstage, while the detailed treble reproduction makes it especially useful for detecting audio imperfections during streaming, editing and production.
Keyboard
In the setup
ROCCAT Vulcan TKL Pro II
Purpose
Compact keyboard with more room for mouse movement.
- TKL layout
- Linear switches
- RGB lighting
Why I use it
The smaller layout leaves more desk space for aiming.
Mouse
In the setup
ROCCAT Kone XP Air
Purpose
Precise mouse with many programmable buttons.
- Many buttons
- Smooth feet
- Comfortable shape
Why I use it
Extra buttons are useful for stream shortcuts and macros.
Mousepad
In the setup
ROCCAT Sense AIMO XXL
Purpose
Large mouse surface with secure grip.
- 900 × 400 × 3.5 mm
- Rubber base
- Finished edges
Why I use it
Enough room for low sensitivity aiming.
Displays
In the setup
2× ASUS XG32VQR · 32″ Curved
Purpose
Overview for game, OBS, chat and production tools.
- WQHD
- 144 Hz
- 32 inch curved panels
Why I use it
Large desktop area with a high refresh rate.
Capture card
In the setup
Elgato 4K X
Purpose
High quality gameplay capture with very low latency.
- High resolution and high frame rate capture
- HDMI 2.1 passthrough
- USB 3.2 Gen 2
- Compatible with OBS and UVC workflows
Why I use it
A future proof capture interface for PC and console sources.
THE IDEA BEHIND IT
Technology should disappear when the stream starts.
The best setup is the one you do not have to think about every minute. Stable power, predictable audio, enough performance and redundant connections leave more room for the actual content.