Meld Studio allows you to go live on the platforms you already know. Whether it's Twitch, YouTube, Kick or others, Meld Studio makes it easy to create and broadcast professional-quality content.
Stream settings
The Stream Settings section is where you configure your stream outputs, which represent the destinations for your livestream.
Stream Outputs
Get started setting up your livestream Output.
- Navigate to
Preferences → General → Stream settings
- Click the ╋ Add output button to add a stream destination.
When you click to add an output, you'll be prompted with a dialog to select one of the available output options.
- Choose the output option that fits your content.
- You'll be redirected to the output settings where you can provide the stream information to be able to go live.
Custom Destination
A custom destination can be any platform that supports RTMP or RTMPS protocols, like YouTube, Kick, Facebook, TikTok, and others.
To add a Custom destination and start livestreaming:
- Open the Stream Settings in the Preferences menu.
- Click ╋ Add output and select Custom Destination.
- Fill out the Name field to label the output (e.g., YouTube, Kick, Facebook).
- Input the platform's Stream server URL in the Stream Server text field.
- Paste the Stream key for your destination in the Stream Key text field.
Repeat these steps to add multiple custom destinations for multistreaming. For details on finding your Stream Server URL and Stream Key, refer to our Custom Destination Setup Guide.
Multistream
Meld Studio allows you to stream to multiple platforms at the same time, helping you connect with a wider audience. Whether you're streaming on Twitch, YouTube, Kick, Facebook, or other platforms that support RTMP and RTMPS.
Multistream with Meld Studio.
Multiple outputs
To start multistreaming with Meld, go to the Stream settings and add multiple stream outputs. Repeat the steps for adding Outputs, and set up your desired stream destinations.
Your outputs will be listed under the Stream settings section in Preferences, and also listed in the Outputs panel in the viewport.
Outputs panel
The Outputs panel, positioned in the top-right corner of the viewport above the Inspector panel, enables you to easily manage and monitor each stream output.
Meld lets you start or stop individual streams on the fly. This feature provides flexibility and control over your stream outputs.
For example, you can begin streaming on Twitch and later start streaming on YouTube. You can also end a stream on one output while continuing to stay live on others.
You need to have at least one output enabled to be able to go live.
You can enable and disable outputs by switching the toggle in the outputs panel, or in the Output settings:
Removing outputs
There are two ways to remove a stream output.
You can remove it by clicking the trash bin icon next to the output list item in Stream settings.
Or you can remove it by clicking the trash bin icon placed at the top-right corner of the Stream information in the detailed output settings view.
Encoder settings
The Encoder settings in Meld Studio are the core configuration options that impact the quality and performance of your streams and recordings.
Canvas
The Canvas resolution defines the base dimensions for capturing your video content.
Meld Studio offers support for a variety of canvas resolutions, including:
Landscape
- 4K UHD
- 1440p
- 1080p (Default)
- 864p
- 720p
Portrait
- Portrait 4K
- Portrait 1080p
- Portrait 720p
Set the Canvas Resolution
- Navigate to Preferences → General → Encoder Settings.
- Choose the Canvas resolution using the dropdown menu.
Output
The Output resolution is the resolution at which Meld will stream or record.
Framerate
Framerate refers to the frequency at which frames are captured/displayed consecutively. Meld supports streaming/recording framerates of 30fps or 60fps.
Configure the Framerate
- Navigate to Preferences → General → Encoder Settings.
- Choose the Framerate using the dropdown menu.
Video Bitrate
Video bitrate represents the amount of data processed per second to determine the quality of your video stream or recording. A higher bitrate ensures smoother playback and better video detail, while a lower bitrate may lead to pixelation or visual artifacts.
Set the Video Bitrate
- Navigate to Preferences → General → Encoder Settings.
- Choose the video bitrate using the dropdown menu.
Platforms Video Bitrate
- Twitch: Twitch supports a bitrate of 3,000kbps to 6,000kbps.
- YouTube: YouTube supports a bitrate of 3,000kbps to 40,000kbps.
- Kick: Kick supports a bitrate of 1,000kbps to 8,000kbps.
- Facebook: Facebook supports a bitrate of 600kbps to 15,000kbps.
Audio Bitrate
Audio bitrate measures the amount of data used to transmit audio per second. Higher bitrates result in clearer, more detailed sound.
Check out the platform's recommendations for Audio Bitrate to ensure compatibility and avoid unnecessary strain on your setup.
Hardware Encoder
When hardware encoding is disabled, Meld Studio defaults to using x264.
Windows
Meld Studio automatically detects and utilizes NVENC (NVIDIA Video Encoder) when Hardware Encoding is enabled, and a compatible NVIDIA GPU is available.
💡 NVENC provides high-performance encoding with minimal impact on system resources.
macOS
Meld Studio leverages platform-specific hardware encoders based on your device. This includes Apple Silicon (M1/M2), Intel Quick Sync Video (QSV), or AMD hardware encoders.
Go live
After stream output and encoder settings are all set, you can start streaming anytime.
Starting the stream
- Navigate to the Outputs panel.
- Ensure that the output listed in the panel is enabled.
- Click Go live.
Failed to Connect
When an output fails to connect while going live, it will display a few actionable options:
- Warning icon: Hover over the warning icon to view the error message. Click the icon to access the stream information in settings.
- Cancel: This action resets the output to its offline state, allowing you to reconfigure or attempt to go live later.
- Retry: Selecting retry will attempt to reconnect the output and go live again.
Common Causes of Errors When Going Live
Network Issues
Although Meld Studio is designed to handle challenging network conditions, network issues can still cause errors when going live.
Missing Output Information
Errors can also occur if essential stream output details are missing or incorrect. This includes leaving fields like the Stream Server URL or Stream Key empty, or entering invalid information.
Incorrect Stream Key
The stream key entered in the Stream Key field is invalid or doesn't match the one provided by the streaming platform. Double-check your stream key to ensure accuracy.
{stream-key} in the Stream Server URL
Pasting the {stream-key} portion of the URL into the Stream Server field may result in an error. Ensure you copy only the Stream Server URL, excluding the {stream-key} part.
Tips for Resolving Errors
- Double-check all stream information fields for accuracy.
- Ensure your internet connection is good to go.
- Verify the status of your streaming platform for outages or restrictions.
- Use the Warning Icon in Meld Studio to view specific error messages and troubleshoot accordingly.
Go offline
Once you start streaming, the Go Live button changes to a Go Offline button.
End all streams
- Click the Go Offline button to end all active streams and stop your broadcast on all connected platforms.
End streams individually
- If you prefer to stop streams individually, you can disable specific outputs using the toggles in the Outputs panel. The live state will remain active, so you can restart streaming on any platform when ready.
FAQ
Answers to common questions.
How do I go live from Meld Studio?
To start streaming with Meld:
- Set up your stream output by navigating to Preferences → General → Stream Settings.
- Add a stream output destination.
- Make sure encoder settings a good to go.
- Click the Go Live button in the top-right corner of the main viewport to begin streaming.
Is it possible to broadcast to multiple platforms at once using Meld Studio?
Yes, Meld Studio supports multistreaming. You can add multiple outputs in the Stream settings and go live on platforms like Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and more, all at the same time.
Can I adjust my encoder settings while live?
No, encoder settings cannot be adjusted once you are live. To make changes to your encoder settings, you'll need to stop the broadcast, update the settings, and then start streaming again.
Can I stream to YouTube, Kick, and Facebook?
Yes! Simply enter the Stream URL and Stream Key into the appropriate fields in the Outputs settings of Meld Studio.
Can I add more than one Twitch output?
Not using the same Twitch output option. If you want an additional Twitch stream, add a Custom destination output, and manually configure the Stream URL and Stream Key.
How do I monitor my stream health?
You can monitor your stream performance via the Outputs Panel in the top-right corner of the UI, under the output name when you're live. Or at the top within the Stats bar.
Can I do vertical streams?
Yes, Meld Studio supports portrait resolutions like Portrait 4K, Portrait 1080p, and Portrait 720p, allowing you to stream and record vertical content.
How does Meld Studio handle disconnections during a live stream?
Meld Studio attempts to reconnect automatically. If all the reconnection attempts fail, you'll get a message dialog to check your network connection and try to go live again.