8K Matrix Switchers
BZBGEAR 8K Matrix Switcher
An 8K matrix enables users to freely route their HDMI 2.1 inputs to any of their HDMI 2.1 compatible outputs, in any configuration. These devices allow users to freely share content from multiple video sources without having to plug and unplug their devices each time.
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BZBGEAR offers a premium lineup of award-winning 8K/4K120 HDMI 2.1 video switchers designed to meet the demands of both professional AV environments and everyday technology users. As an active member of the 8K Association and a recognized leader in 8K AV distribution, BZBGEAR is committed to making 8K content more accessible and manageable for all users.
Our user-friendly Switch Control App, compatible with Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices, provides effortless centralized video management from virtually any platform. Whether you're building a customized residential entertainment system or deploying a large-scale video distribution network, BZBGEAR delivers the complete, reliable solution you need.
What is an 8K Matrix Switcher?
They are also popular amongst 4K120 monitor and console users, who want the ability to switch between systems.
The main advantage of an HDMI matrix switcher compared to a basic switcher is that it can handle routing input signals to multiple outputs, rather than being limited to one or two. Furthermore, BZBGEAR is a proud and active member of the 8K Alliance, ensuring that all solutions are industry-compliant and verified!
How Do 8K Matrix Switchers Work?
App-Based Control and Management for 8K Matrix Solutions
How to Choose the Right 8K Matrix Switcher
The primary distinction between our 8K matrixes lies in the available number of inputs and outputs. In general, if an exact fit isn’t found, it is advisable to choose an HDMI switcher with more inputs/outputs than needed to ensure that it meets both your current requirements and allows for future expansion if additional sources are added later on.
| Inputs | Outputs | Recommended HDMI Matrix |
| 2 | 2 | 2X2 HDMI configuration recommended |
| 2-4 | 2 | 4X2 or 4X4 HDMI configuration recommended |
| 2-4 | 4 | 4X4 HDMI configuration recommended |
| 4-8 | 8 | 8X8 HDMI configuration recommended |
| 8-16 | 16 | 16X16 configuration recommended |
Applications and Use Cases
Residential
An 8K switcher is a great addition to larger home entertainment systems. With true 8K support and backward compatibility for 1080P and 4K devices, users will be able to connect all of their devices without having to compromise.
Additionally, the ability to route any of the inputs to any of the outputs grants users the ability to toggle between multiple sources such as streaming devices and gaming consoles, on any connected display in the house.
Commercial
HDMI switchers are a popular video distribution choice for businesses, as they enable business owners and staff to manage multiple video streams and displays from one device.
Better yet, an 8K HDMI switch supports resolutions up to 8K60 and supports more advanced audio formats, so business owners can attract and impress customers with their content.
eSports
With support for 4K120Hz, 8K switchers are becoming widely used in eSports applications. Users can connect multiple gaming consoles or gaming PCs to their 8K matrix and route the video streams to multiple TVs or monitors.
Additionally, advanced audio support allows users to de-embedd and extract audio to a variety of modern audio systems.
What Does it Mean to Future-Proof My AV System?
As HDMI 2.1 compatible video technologies become increasingly prevalent in entertainment and gaming, the demand for compatible AV systems is rising. Recognizing this trend early, we collaborated with our engineers to develop an advanced 8K HDMI video distribution line that not only meets these new demands but also adheres to the latest industry standards.
The HDMI 2.1 standard supports 8K and 4K120Hz resolutions and offers backward compatibility. This means users can integrate HDMI 2.1 video technology with their current equipment while gradually incorporating more modern devices into their setup. By investing in these systems now, users can future-proof their AV systems, ensuring they are ready for the next generation of 8K streaming services, 8K displays, high-performance gaming consoles, and more.
Start future-proofing your AV system today with BZBGEAR!
If you have two TVs, then it comes down to how many sources you want to be able to switch between on those two TVs. If you just have two sources you’d like to swap between then we’d recommend our BG-8K-22MA. However if you have up to four sources, then we’d recommend the BG-8K-42MA.
Yes, our matrix switchers are capable of outputting an 8K signal in one output and a 4K signal in another output at the same time.
For a sports bar or a gaming room you’re going to want to be able to feed several screens at the same time. For that we have 8x8 and 16x16 options that are 8k capable. However if you want a more flexible system and something that you can scale to your choosing you should consider our AVoIP lineup, specifically our BG-IPGEAR-XTREME-PRO.
This is going to depend on your needs. If you just want to duplicate the source across several displays then an 8k splitter will be perfect for your needs such as the BG-8K-DA18. However if you want to be able to have multiple sources and freely swap them between your displays then a matrix switcher is your best choice like our BG-8K-44MA.
A matrix in a streaming studio offers some very real benefits, the biggest of course being that you can take any source that you want to in the studio and show it anywhere in there. So for example if you had more than one thing you wanted to show a guest it would be easy to do so, and you can also use the matrix to monitor the cameras.
This is a feature that can be a part of a matrix switcher, specifically you would need to look for one with independent audio routing. For example if you were to take our BG-8K-44MA you would be able to independently swap between any audio you wanted to any source through the app.
Yes! Most of our 8k matrices that have IP/RS-232 control have drivers for Control4 and Crestron! You can find these for download on the product page underneath the resources tab for the product.
You absolutely can, if it has a KVM that is preferable but you could without a KVM as well. It would be a lot more annoying without a KVM however since you couldn’t share the keyboard and mouse without it.
For a small office if you’re wanting the most cost-effective solutions then you’re going to be looking at 2x2 or 4x4 matrix options. For our 8k matrices, our BG-8K-22MA is going to be our most cost effective option and it gives you the full benefits of 8k such as VRR and 48Gbps.
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