What's the minimum gear to start streaming?

A USB microphone, a 1080p webcam and a stable wired internet connection will get you streaming at a quality your audience takes seriously. Free software like OBS Studio handles the rest. You can add a capture card, lighting and a second monitor as you grow — none of it is required on day one.

What webcam resolution and frame rate should I look for?

Aim for 1080p at 60fps for smooth, sharp video; 1080p30 is fine to start. Low-light performance matters as much as resolution — a webcam that struggles in a dim room will look worse than its spec suggests, which is why lighting helps so much. USB connectivity keeps setup simple.

Do I need a capture card to stream PS5 or Xbox gameplay?

Yes. Consoles can't send their gameplay feed straight into a PC, so a capture card sits in between and passes the video to your streaming PC. Match the card to your console's output — 1080p60 for most setups, 4K-capable cards if you want to record in 4K while streaming at 1080p.

USB or XLR microphone for streaming?

USB mics plug straight into your PC and sound excellent for streaming — the right choice for almost everyone starting out. XLR mics need an audio interface or mixer and suit creators who want more control or run multiple inputs. Begin with USB; move to XLR only if you outgrow it.

How much RAM do I need to game and stream at the same time?

16GB is the practical minimum for streaming 1080p while gaming on one PC; 32GB gives comfortable headroom for heavier games and creator apps running alongside. If you record, edit and stream on the same machine, the extra RAM noticeably smooths multitasking.

Should I stream on one PC or two?

A single modern PC with a capable GPU handles gaming and streaming together for most creators. A two-PC setup — one to game, one to encode — frees the gaming PC entirely and suits high-bitrate or professional streams, but costs more and needs a capture card. Start single-PC and split later if you hit limits.

Why is my stream dropping frames?

Dropped frames almost always trace back to an unstable upload connection rather than your PC. Switch from Wi-Fi to wired Ethernet, lower your bitrate to suit your upload speed, and close background apps that hog bandwidth. If frames still drop on a strong GPU, the connection is the usual culprit.

Can I buy streaming gear with local warranty in South Africa?

Yes. Every webcam, microphone, capture card and light at Evetech ships with local warranty and nationwide delivery, so you're covered without dealing with overseas returns. Check this page for current stock and pricing in Rand.

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Streaming Essentials

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Good streams come down to three things your audience notices fast: clear audio, a sharp picture and a connection that doesn't drop frames. A USB microphone fixes the most common complaint (bad sound), a 1080p webcam or capture card sorts the picture, and a key light keeps you visible once the sun goes down. You don't need everything at once — start with the mic.

Pick gear to match how you stream. Streaming PC games on the same machine? A webcam and USB mic are all you need. Streaming console gameplay from a PS5 or Xbox? Add a capture card to bring that feed into your PC. Streaming in a dim room? A key light does more for picture quality than a pricier camera ever will.

Evetech stocks webcams, microphones, capture cards and lighting for setups from first-time streamers to full dual-PC rigs, all with local warranty and nationwide delivery. Compare the range below and build your setup one piece at a time.

How to Build a Streaming Setup

A streaming setup is a chain — camera, mic, lighting, connection — and it's only as good as its weakest link. Most new streamers overspend on a camera and underspend on sound and lighting, which is backwards. Sort audio and light first, then upgrade the picture. The guide below walks through each decision.

A microphone, every time. Viewers tolerate a soft webcam picture but switch off bad audio within seconds. A USB condenser or dynamic mic on a boom arm transforms how professional your stream sounds, often for less than a mid-range webcam. Add the camera once your sound is sorted.

Only if you're streaming from a console or a second device. Capture cards bring a PS5, Xbox or another PC's video feed into your streaming PC. If you stream PC games on the same machine you play on, your GPU encodes the stream and you don't need one. Match the card to your source resolution and frame rate.

A good 1080p USB webcam is the simplest route — plug in and stream, no extra software. A DSLR or mirrorless camera gives a noticeably sharper, more "professional" look with background blur, but needs a capture card and more setup. Start with a webcam; move to a camera when the picture is your priority.

More than most people expect. A single key light placed in front of you lifts picture quality more than a camera upgrade, because even a great sensor struggles in a dim room. A soft, diffused light at face height removes harsh shadows. Add a second light or a backlight later to separate yourself from the background.

Streaming uses your upload speed, not download. Around 5–8 Mbps upload handles a stable 1080p30 stream; aim for 15 Mbps or more for 1080p60. A wired Ethernet connection beats Wi-Fi for consistency — dropped frames almost always come from an unstable connection, not your encoder.