About MODKIT.LIVE
Who We Are
MODKIT.LIVE is part of modmore. For our own events—often non-commercial—we were looking for an affordable but quality solution for streaming and recording. Since we couldn't find anything that met our requirements, we assembled our own setup.
Now we share that setup with other small businesses and organizations that need good video at a fair price. We're honest: we're budget-oriented and focus especially on small events and non-profit organizations. We don't offer Hollywood-quality, but we do provide a reliable and accessible solution for integral recording or social media content.
We offer our services for both commercial and non-commercial events, with a focus on the cultural sector and small organizations. Prices on the website are commercial rates—for non-commercial projects, we're happy to create a custom quote.
Where We Can Help
MODKIT.LIVE operates from Leeuwarden, Friesland. We're available for events throughout Friesland, Groningen, and surrounding regions in Northern Netherlands. Whether you're in Leeuwarden, Groningen, Drachten, Sneek, or anywhere else in the region—we're happy to come to your location.
For longer distances, we don't rule anything out. For the right project, we're willing to travel further—contact us to discuss what's possible.
What We Offer
We provide video recording and live streaming services for indoor events. Our mobile studio includes multiple cameras, live switching, and streaming capabilities.
What's included: Video recording equipment, cameras, tripods and various mounting options, real-time video production, streaming setup, and video operator(s). We can also work with your existing audio setup or connect to your mixer.
What we don't provide: Extensive audio equipment, lighting systems, projectors or screens, and an internet connection for the live stream. However, we can bring, for example, a set of wireless microphones or for small setups a keylight.
Limitations: Our equipment is for indoor use only. We don't do outdoor events due to weather conditions (both rain and direct sunlight). Maximum distance from control desk to cameras: ca 50 meters.
Technical Details
Cameras
We use PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) cameras with AI tracking: the OBSBOT Tail 2 and OBSBot Tail Air cameras.
The balance between price and quality with these cameras is ideal. They perform excellently in dark and dynamic lighting situations, can be controlled remotely, and automatically track moving subjects. This makes it possible to deliver a dynamic production with a single operator.
- The Tail 2 is our main camera with optical zoom (5x optic zoom, 12x hybrid). Specifications: 1/1.5″ CMOS sensor, f/1.8 to f/3.0 aperture. Recording up to 4k60, live used on 1080p60. This camera we often place further away than the Tail Air cameras, perfect for both close-ups and dynamic shots at a distance.
- The Tail Air is a very compact camera without optical zoom, but with excellent image quality. Specifications: 1/1.8″ CMOS sensor, f/1.8 aperture, 4x digital zoom. Recording up to 4k30, live used on 1080p60. Due to the compact size and light weight, we can place them close to the action without them getting in the way, or mount them with a simple clamp to a wall or truss. Ideal for intimate concerts and small events.
Each camera is connected with one cable for power, data, and remote control.
Video switcher
We use a Røde RODECaster Video as the brain of the production. This switcher can handle up to 6 inputs, has built-in support for overlays, scenes, and more. The mixer also has 2 XLR/Jack combo inputs for audio input, support for Røde wireless microphones, and an extra HDMI output for, for example, a repeat screen or projector.
The RODECaster can (if an internet connection is available) stream directly to YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, etc., but can also be connected via USB or a Capture Card to a laptop for additional possibilities (e.g., streaming with OBS or vMix).
Own local network
In our video kit is an own local network which we use to connect the cameras with one cable for video data, power, and remote control. This is ideal for quick setup and breakdown and laying as few cables as possible, gives us confidence in a stable connection between all components, and the own network makes it independent of limitations at the location.
Recording & Output
The video mix is delivered as 1080p60 MP4 format. With the Complete package, you also receive the camera footage from each individual camera separately, in 4K30 (Tail Air) or 4K60 (Tail 2) format on an SSD drive that you can keep.
Expandability
Our system can handle up to 6 inputs on request. This can include additional cameras, laptop screens for presentations, or other video sources.
Think you need more cameras? Contact us—the limit of our video switcher is 6 inputs.