HDMI Switch, Splitter and Extractor Shootout

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Here’s a shootout of a bunch of HDMI splitters, switches and audio extractors I’ve been using. They're all zero-lag devices (even in downscaling modes!) and appear to work well with retro gaming devices, including the OSSC. The first “reviews” are the longest, as they explain everything you need to know about these devices, then the rest reference those. Here’s affiliate links to everything discussed, with their original written reviews linked below:
00:00 Intro
00:36 Disclaimer / Lag Testing: www.retrorgb.com/timesleuth.html
03:07 Matrix Switch with downscaling: amzn.to/3tw5zuw
09:47 Matrix Switch with audio extraction: amzn.to/3zySfcN
14:18 Audio Extractor with ARC: amzn.to/3PArCJL
18:19 Splitter with Audio Extraction: amzn.to/3F9urML
21:42 Splitter with Switchable Downscaling: amzn.to/3lcr6VS
23:43 Splitter with Automatic Downscaling: amzn.to/2WtchUw
25:08 ViewHD Splitter with Audio Extraction: amzn.to/3BhrGcV
27:23 ViewHD Splitter: amzn.to/3Pzvivn
27:51 Support this channel!!!: www.retrorgb.com/support.html
Here’s the written reviews and more info:
Quality HDMI cables & equipment: www.amazon.com/shop/retrorgb
MD Fourier: / aurbina
Matrix Switches Review: www.retrorgb.com/hdmi-2-0-mat...
Splitter + Audio Extractor Review: www.retrorgb.com/hdmi-2-0b-1x...
Downscaling splitter review: www.retrorgb.com/hdmi-splitte...
Using a downscaler with AVR’s: www.retrorgb.com/hdmi-downsca...
T-Shirts: www.retrorgb.com/store.html
Dude Wipes (lol): amzn.to/3S0crLv

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@ianparker5007 Жыл бұрын

Your timing is perfect. I was just in the market to upgrade my switcher. They are certainly not all created equal

@Yeoffrey Жыл бұрын

It's these videos that you make that I love. As a person who does a lot of retro electronic repair, many clients and friends ask for input about AV solutions for home theaters and such. I usually first direct them to your channel, because 9 times out of 10, you have a video explaining everything they need to know. You are truly a pillar of the community.

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@Wilberon_McBane Жыл бұрын

I'm not even finished watching this and it's had a thumbs up and I'm typing whilst still watching! 🤣 Love it! Your techy mid-level dives into kit and reviews are superb. You've pitched it perfectly and included so much useful info about them. Nicely edited and simple to watch. Audio levels all decent as usual too. Awesome. Stay safe dude 👊😎

@franklinbrown7389 Жыл бұрын

Thanks bob. I have been looking forever about the quality of these audio extractors. This may be the only place on the internet that actually has hard evidence they work correctly. Now I can sleep a little better.

@samuraispiritsx Жыл бұрын

Thank you Bob, I was needing this. I have completely redone my TV and retro setup this summer and I'm going to need a few switch boxes.

@cougar-town Жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Shows all we need to know about these devices, that's just what we need in todays video gaming life.

@MetalJesusRocks Жыл бұрын

I bought the first switcher from your affiliate link.. Perfect for my setup and game capture requirement. Thanks dude!

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Thanks, I'm really glad I could help!

@christopherjackson2157 Жыл бұрын

Much needed video. Great work.

@groovesalad89 Жыл бұрын

Great video as always! Thanks Bob!

@LusRetroSource Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this! I was looking for an HDMI splitter to help me capture video to an El Gato CamLink to a laptop and your recommendation worked perfectly.

@Septer_Sever Жыл бұрын

I will be sending a few friends to this video, especially those looking for a PS3 compatible switch for a decent price. Well done!

@devrajbale6806 Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot - your video is a Great start to soft soft. I'm onto it !

@Nick-bj9rh Жыл бұрын

Bob thanks for this - as someone with a 4ktv and a good HT setup that only has 1080p HDMI inputs this is a video I've wanted forever!

@gimlis_beard1771 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the video! I'd love to see more videos like this for other AV distribution equipment with updated testing for changed or new products. It makes it a lot easier to watch one of these videos than to scroll through posts on the websites when I'm researching something. Maybe make one of these general videos once a year or so? If that's not cost effective, maybe a public database with the testing results could achieve the same thing?

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

I'm ABSOLUTELY doing one of these on Extron Crosspoint switches at some point. I'll try and do more livestreams covering this stuff as well, cause they take about a day to make, not a week like this one :)

@MikeyDunksMusic 10 ай бұрын

Dude, you're the man bro. I just gave in to my inner child this past month and bought damn near EVERY game console I always wanted, and I also bought a retrotink 5x pro and 4k gamer pro... and now I'm totally lost and overwhelmed on how to connect everything to my 5x. Lol. You're the light in darkness for me sir, the compass showing me the way... a switcher. Lol. That's what I need next. Thanks bro.

@RetroRGB 10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for all the kind words. I’m so happy I could help!!

@yubos98 Жыл бұрын

Hello Bob, and thanks for the detailed review of all these switches and splitters! I have an alternative version of the matrix switch shown starting at the 10 minute mark. Basically the same functionality, but a more square design and a different DAC(I suppose) with two 3.5 mm outputs and 2 SPDIFs. But that's not what I want to talk about. What I want to talk about is one thing that's exactly the same as with the one shown in the video - that GARBAGE included power supply. To anyone who might have it: I do not suggest using it if you have any kind of gear that's sensitive to EMI (and I know you do, you sweet analog-loving chum, you). When connected to the matrix, it would create terrible high-frequency whine akin to coil whine and all my HDMI sources would have a very distinct noise in their audio signals kinda similar to ground loop. I was going insane for a couple of days. Threw that power supply out and replaced it with a known good one - yup, works like a charm. No whine, no noise. Maybe I got a bad batch, maybe the unit shown in the video does not have this same problem, but considering they all come most likely from the same factory, and that power brick looks exactly the same, I'd wager it's not the best thing in the world when it comes to EMI shielding. Just a simple buyer beware. If you happen to notice something like what I described above, don't pull your hair out, it's an easy fix, but it's annoying nonetheless.

@VinnyCThatWhoIBe Жыл бұрын

I used the SHARC eARC Audio Converter to get my Marantz SR7010 receiver to utilize the Dolby Atmos signal from my TV's built-in apps, despite the receiver not having eARC / HDMI 2.1

@techhead10000 10 күн бұрын

I have a use for the arc switch that you didn’t like. Working on a 15-17 year old multi zone system. We replace one of the tvs with a smart tv. I need to get the audio from the tv to this analog system so it can play over the multi zone audio system. I haven’t done it yet but thanks to your video I think I have a solution. Thanks

@CollinKenny Жыл бұрын

Bob, in your roundup you aske for feedback on how to do videos like this. I'll watch just about anything you put out to give you the view. My main point is I want you to be successful and make as much money as possible (which probably isn't much from youtube). So I'd say, keep this video up, do break out videos with the voice over if that doesn't take too much time (since time is valuable too). Do what you can to continue enjoying what you doing while you try to make a living doing it. Your fans will support you.

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'll probably break up the next one, but this was already 95% done and I didn't feel like re-shooting it all :)

@HyphyHippo 4 ай бұрын

This was great, but unfortunately, the matrix switches aren't available on Amazon anymore. An update to this with other/newer matrix switches would be much appreciated!

@CollinKenny Жыл бұрын

thanks Bob!

@hopperhelp1 Жыл бұрын

Oh perfect. I’ve been trying to find the answer to this for a long time.

@crtinkering7323 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Hopefully those who can help donate a little bit towards the water damage. And Thanks for all the help in the past!

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!!!

@joebombable Жыл бұрын

I've been eyeing the DVDO 4x2 for years. Never took the chance.

@SwashBuccaneer Жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I needed. I have an older switcher but I think it's starting to die since it will drop signal randomly and ther are a whole lot of options for devices these days.

@matthewparker2910 4 ай бұрын

Great stuff! Very informative 😁 Would you possibly be able to create an updated video with HDMI 2.1 solutions please?

@RetroRGB 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! And I plan on it this year, but the 2.1 stuff I've tested so far isn't very good. There's more stuff coming out though, so I'll keep testing!

@matthewparker2910 4 ай бұрын

@@RetroRGB You are my go-to for any scaler and/or signal chain related content! So thank YOU! Fair enough! I can imagine the devices that are available are in their infancy. I've heard the Ezcoo branded bits seem ok. EposVox recently mentioned one that seems ok for splitting 4k 120 into 1x2.

@BustaUppa Жыл бұрын

Do you have any experience with “Orei” products? I’ve been using their 4x2 UHD matrix for a couple years; seems good to me but I’m curious how it stacks up with more formalized testing. They’ve got a 6x2 HD version that I might check out as well… couldn’t find too much commentary on it outside of Amz reviews, but that 6x2 configuration is a good one that’s hard to find. Anyway thanks for another great video!!

@xr500t Жыл бұрын

That was pretty awesome! and maybe, I even understand it, lol! I'm trying to figure out if any of this equipment makes sense for "upgrading" my TV and AVR that has HDMI Arc, (no eARC) to capture and pass through Atmos. Or does the TV or receiver or both have to have an Atmos decoder? If I'm misunderstanding and these capture switches are the decoder, then what's the wiring diagram supposed to look like?

@JMLRetroRoom Жыл бұрын

Can you do some multiviewer boxes in the future? I use one when I capture my PIP because it allows 2 inputs to remain on screen. I don’t use a computer for my captures as I like to preserve the old school feeling.

@Adam-ru3fi 5 ай бұрын

Glad I found this video will the carby adapter work on ugreen switches? If not which 7 in 1 hdmi switch will work with it

@HarveyDuarte 6 ай бұрын

Great video. Thanks.! Which one do you recommend for a home karaoke night?

@Jromr Жыл бұрын

I would love to see how the TESmart 16×1 HDMI Switch stacks up in lag testing.

@JoinTheVoidOfEnuo 8 ай бұрын

Would you happen to have any recommendations for 6x2 Matrix boxes with PS3 & PSTV capture support? I was looking into the Monoprice Blackbird 6x2 Model since they're a more reputable name but also found one on Amazon by a brand named Kanaan which claims to support up to HDCP2.2-wondered if I should go with that one in case I ever need to future-proof my setup, but there's not much info on it.

@SkyScourgeGod Жыл бұрын

I should've saved my last comment from your previous video since you made an entire video about the HDMI switchers lol. Very detailed and informative, great stuff. I know you're probably busy, but would you like to try out my Extron DXP DVI Pro for a video geared towards 1080p users? It works fine even though I don't use it anymore (got a good 4K 60hz 8x8 matrix switcher to replace it) so long as your input source is 1080 or lower. I'm willing to lend it to you and send it to your place at no expense on your side. I've watched your content for a long time and I feel like I should help pay you back for all the awesome info you've given us over the years. No worries if you decline, I'll understand if you're too busy or uncomfortable with it. Later! :)

@theneonblur3751 6 ай бұрын

Idk if you Bob or anyone in the chat can help me but are there any good options for 8:2 matrix switch. This would allow my entire set up to be connected and go through the RT4k (once purchased).

@snackpack9994 Жыл бұрын

We need more 8x1 HDMI solutions. Even with multiple HDMI ports on the TV, many of us use 10+ ports for consoles etc.

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Agreed

@TheMistery92 6 ай бұрын

I have a different setup. I use Govee sync box that can go to maximum of 4k 60hz, also i use a nvidia shield pro just to use the Govee sync box, and a pc which can go to 4k 120hz and the s95b is connected to a soundbar. Installed it all yesterday with the escoo 1x4 with the 8k capability, now i dont have access to hdr on the tv with the desktop and switching the code has to be done manually. Everything else is working perfectly Dolby Atmos. Any suggestion for a switch/splitter which lets me have everything but saves the settings of each hdmi port

@shiori2525 Жыл бұрын

I have HDMI eARC-compatible soundbar (ATMOS supported). I mainly use PC (with HDMI out) for my media player for Netflix. I use PC monitor for main display with HDMI port (no eARC TV). Which extractor do you recommend to get ATMOS from Netflix to my soundbar using PC? [my scenario for extractor is PC --> HDMI-in , then HDMI- audio out (eARC/ARC) --> Soundbar , and HDMI-video out --> Monitor]

@rickzinni6698 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Timing is perfect for me as well. The question I have is do the matrix functions work bidirectionally? My use case requires switching two inputs to one output. An RPi and a PC to one monitor with audio switching to desktop powered speakers. Obviously a two to 4 might work, but I have zero hand-on experience with these devices. Also, my 4-lort kvm is vga only and one of the usb inputs is not working. So I believe you may be doing another video that addresses those. Thanks for doing this. I have a difficult time deciding what to buy these days. Much appreciated. Thanks!

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Yup, those matrix switches can act as a normal switch as well, so any input can be routed to any output.

@miceinoz1181 11 ай бұрын

I have two 34 inch widescreen monitors of the same native resolution (3440x1440). I need to have two switched inputs to both monitors (a PC and a Laptop). I bought an Orei 2 in/2 out switch that allows me to switch inputs to each monitor. However, Windows will not recognise the second monitor for extending the desktop, it will only allow copying of the input to both screens. I am thinking this is due to the switch functionality in seperating the input signal to the two outputs whereas I thought the input would be shared to the two outputs. What do I need to allow the two inputs to go to the two outputs as a shred output signal. Is a splitter the right thing for me?

@horroRomantic444 Жыл бұрын

Can we have reviews of vide wall processors in the future that can take analog signals?

@supersonicsjm 4 ай бұрын

Is there a HDMI 2.1 splitter you would recommend that would also still allow a PS3 to work with a capture card? Looking for something that's very much a one size fits all solution rather than having to mess around with multiple devices. I've seen Ezcoo have a HDMI 2.1 Switch, but unsure if that'll allow a capture card to receive an image from the PS3 or not.

@ChaiRockyy Жыл бұрын

About the “Matrix Switch w/ Audio Extraction” whenever I plug my ossc, the audio wouldn’t play through the hdmi output. Instead it just extract the audio. I even tried with the output B and it did the same thing.

@lhrdbjiydsvbgryyefvg 7 ай бұрын

Hello, Any recommendations for a device which I use to contact my Apple TV to sound bar for Dobly ATMOS & TV 4K 60hz?

@bahl88 4 ай бұрын

Hi which device can I use to split the signal from my apple tv 4 k to 2 soundbars. Many thanks

@jemmace2586 6 ай бұрын

Hi, I'd like to have audio coming from my TV through my Av receiver and a Soundbar simultaneously, how would I go about achieving this? All three have ARC hdmi connections available, my Av receiver has 4 other hdmi inputs, the Soundbar doesn't have any rca inputs just one hdmi in as well as the arc hdmi and a USB 5 0V connector.

@mrcrynox3752 Жыл бұрын

Hey Bob, great roundup. Do any of these support 1440 120hz ? I guess most of them should as it's included in the HDMI 2.0 spec. I want to purchase the new LG 27in 1440P OLED and extract audio to my Denon 4K receiver, which doesnt support 1440P thru put.

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure. They definitely can't do 4K 120. There's a few new ones recently released...hopefully I can test them in the new year and see how they perform!

@brucelafleur6446 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Thank YOU! Much appreciated and I'm glad I could help.

@starcatify 3 ай бұрын

Can you recommend a HDMI switch with an audio extractor, rs232 control and at least 6 HDMI outs?

@HyperTriggerEx Жыл бұрын

As always very thorough as usual. Like someone else has mentioned in the comments 4 inputs isn’t going to be enough :(. Though the dual output is a very nice touch. What’s are the best option with regards to adding more inputs via daisy chaining another another matrix. Buying two of these is a bit overkill on the money side. Are there any good options that you would recommend? Thanks I’m advance for any help.

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Maybe try this and combine it with one of the devices from this video?: amzn.to/3zcdsHP

@zoiks6631 Жыл бұрын

@@RetroRGB I own this, as while it works with retro consoles, it does not work with Analogue’s FPGA consoles or the RetroTINK 5X Pro. I had to buy an older 1080p HDMI switch for those, and that HDMI switch seemingly is no longer sold.

@rgarc514 Жыл бұрын

It's when you have a TV that has HDMI but doesn't support ARC . So if you have a newer soundbar that has an arc connection you can still send Dolby Digital & DD+ Dolby Atmos compressed

@bradleewitt4048 Жыл бұрын

So I want to run hdmi from my tv to my sound bar and to a external amp . Would I get arc? Matrix? Please help

@gargilino6842 Жыл бұрын

Why didnt you test stuff like Extron or Kramer? 😞 Anyway good Video, thx for uploading!

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

This video is about new equipment you can buy cheap from Amazon. Check my other videos and livestreams...I've tested TONS of Extron stuff.

@Djw8991 Жыл бұрын

I can't tell for sure on the listing, but can the ezcoo switches downscale 1440p too? Was hoping to find something that can work with my retrotink 5x in 1440p mode and send 1080 to my capture card but the way its worded seems like it'll only do 4k to 1080p. Thanks for all the info as always Bob!

@dandiego11 Жыл бұрын

No, only 4K > 1080p, which is standard for any downscaling switch/splitter at the moment. From the Amazon listing: "HDMI matrix switcher two outputs down-scale 4K/ HDR 10 to 1080p60Hz only"

@nickglover Жыл бұрын

I'd really love to see an HDMI 2.1 switcher with two simultaneous outputs. The idea here would be to connect things like the PS5 and XSX to it and send one output to the TV for video and the other output to a receiver for audio. Right now I use eARC, but the LG C9 I have has a bit of processing delay, especially when using Dolby audio, so I have to use LPCM instead. I suppose one day I could get a newer receiver that supports HDMI 2.1, but... that's not guaranteed to not add lag, so at least the option of a switcher that does what I want would be nice.

@wchill1337 Жыл бұрын

Look into the HDFury 8K VRROOM. It's basically the best switcher you're ever going to find. Pricy though. I have their older Vertex2, which works fine since I'm only running 4k60, and I have my AV setup similar to how you're describing.

@nickglover Жыл бұрын

I believe that is also true (even just using Atmos for Headphones has lag), but it happens with PS5 as well, so there's also some issues on the TV side.

@musicmathieu Жыл бұрын

Biggest and only real dissatisfaction with xbox series x and I imagine the PS5 as well. Bugs me almost everyday. In my setup, I'm either stuck with dolby surround with delay and without VRR or stereo without delay with VRR. I have been choosing dolby surround (5.1) but it hurts to see lips, gun shots etc... and audio not sync everytime I play.

@robibennobi3775 Жыл бұрын

Any recommendations for a 6 in or 8 in and 2 out?

@benwilliams1826 Жыл бұрын

Hi, Great video. I have a older Pioneer plasma and I need a 3-4 switch that supports a 5.1 sound bar. Any recommendations ?

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

The switch from this video that supports ARC should work perfectly. If you don't need extra features, maybe try one of those really cheap 5-in, 1-out switches first - Just get one with CEC or ARC passthrough.

@roninstormYT Жыл бұрын

excuse me with switch should i get for my elgato hd 60 pro 1080p card the 2019 model .

@docwho10th88 Жыл бұрын

I have an old Epson projector from 2009 but I cant get any HDMI picture to show up on my screen. The menu pops up but no video signal pops up. Is it possible that the HDMI ports on my projector are old and outdated that they can't pass today's video signals? I tried a spliter that works with a 2021 model with no problems but does not work with my 2009 model. I also tried to just plug in devices DIRECTLY like a BD player, streamer etc. all with no joy. And gain, my 2021 has no problem passing the video signal. I also did the handshake unplug, reverse connect but still no video. My old Epson is an 6500UB model with 2 HDMI 1.3b ports. Any help would really be appreciated.

@magnetoclash 2 ай бұрын

The link to the first unit you present is “no longer available.” Do you have an updated link? Or a link to an updated device from same company?

@retrosean199 Жыл бұрын

Idea for next time: when you have a modern 4K TV and you connect your modern Xbox Series or Playstation 5 to it so it supports VRR. But you don't have an eARC compatible sound system! Sending ARC or eARC out to another device that extracts audio and possibly video for a capture device.

@KYBlueJedi 4 ай бұрын

@RetroRGB Will these HDMI audio extractors work with input from a RAD2x cable?

@RetroRGB 4 ай бұрын

Yup! Assuming the ones sold now are the same as the ones I tested.

@TN-zd9gk 3 ай бұрын

Whats a good HDMI splitter 1x4 without lag?

@KiloIndia Жыл бұрын

I'm trying to use my tv (with no eARC) with a sound bar/sound (with eARC) to get Dolby Atmos surround sound and DTS X.

@CurrentGenGamesWithNick 6 ай бұрын

Question I love your videos I've been watching them for the last couple weeks for some reason when I use the receiver to the capture card to the PlayStation 5 it doesn't give 4K only directly from the capture card to the TV and the receiver is 4K HDR

@RetroRGB 6 ай бұрын

Thank you! It's possible your receiver is limited to 4K24, so your console will only send it 1080p60. Maybe double check the specs? If it's not that, I'm not sure what it could be.

@djmhyde Жыл бұрын

what a coincidence! I was searching about audio extractors the last few days. but I have a question (maybe is a silly one) I have a simple AV setup in my bedroom and I want to connect a streaming box into an old AVR with only S/PDIF connections, my question is if any of these audio extractors downgrade the dolby digital plus signal to a regular dolby digital 5.1, cause is the only signal my AVR accepts, thanks!

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

I don't think any of those devices can convert formats. You might want to consider upgrading the AVR.

@DcComplete Жыл бұрын

I want to record songs off mtv to mp3 to play in the car. Will this work?

@dannyboone81 Жыл бұрын

AVStar 8K@60Hz 4K@120Hz HDMI 2.1 Splitter is a 4k 120 splitter that can downscale the second port to 1080 120. AVStar 4K@120Hz HDMI 2.1 Audio Extractor Audio Converter is a 4k 120 audio extractor. There's a few 4k 120 switches, I'm currently looking at Kinivo's 8k 4.1 and daisy chaining it with another if needed with their 4k switches daisy chaied for retros. Kinivo's 4k 5.1 switches have one output on one side and an input on the other side so those are great to daisy chain.

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Are these the products you're talking about?: amzn.to/3LxUov9 amzn.to/3yMqeN9 Expensive, but they look cool! Maybe I'll try the splitter. Do you know if it's PS3 compatible?

@dannyboone81 Жыл бұрын

@@RetroRGB Yes. I'm sure if you wait there will be better HDMI 2.1 options, but those should work if you want something now. I haven't tried them myself, but a KZfaq by the name of Tech Steve says they will do the job.

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated. I'll look into the splitter and see if I can run some tests!

@Drummer55 Жыл бұрын

I would like to find a switch that can take INPUT from: HDMI ARC (TV) and 3.5mm (from AIO PC), with OUTPUT to RCA (Studio Monitor Speakers), with a switch to choose source I want to use.

@p3tr0114 6 ай бұрын

I would be interested to know if any of the really basic 2 in 1 out HDMI switches that don't need to be powered would distort image/sound quality and lag. I asked one company named UGREEN that makes switches about this stuff and they said "there is a certain attenuation" (loss of signal strength) when the switch is in use. I need one because my PS3 needs to bypass HDCP for the Retrotink 4K and the switch functionality is needed because I'm out of HDMI ports on my TV.

@RetroRGB 6 ай бұрын

The really basic switches won’t allow for PS3 compatibility. At the moment, the best PS3 solution I’ve found is older, 1080p HDMI splitters. But I’m still keeping my eyes open for new products and will try to find better solutions

@QqQq-si9nw Жыл бұрын

weeks and i've managed to put so pretty basic soft together. They're not great and they still have a ways to go before being

@ayellowbeard 4 ай бұрын

Time for a new updated video for 2024 on 4k@120hz 8k@60hz 4x1 through 8X1 HDMI switches! I'm desperate to figure out how to update my system connections. Along with the points you make on this video I'm specifically interested to know which ones are the best to support @120hz and display the selected input on a single HDMI display. I might be picking up TWO BZBGear BG-8K-HS41 for my needs but am wonder if there might be a 8x1 and higher that would be better or equal. At the moment I can find anything and one of my worries is if I'd have issues with two as they have IR remotes. The last time I had two HDMI switches together they get their wires (or IR) crossed when using the remote from one of the switches.

@RetroRGB 4 ай бұрын

I don’t have the budget :(

@ayellowbeard 4 ай бұрын

@@RetroRGB Sorry, I wish I could help out with that.

@danstora 7 ай бұрын

Does anyone know if any of these devices can Transform my ps5 audio signal (Dolby Audio 5.1) to -> PCM linear? I’m trying this so that my stupid Elgato can capture audio (they don’t support anything other than Linear PCM)

@Matman2099 8 ай бұрын

I've been trying to split my Sony HT-A9 Dolby Atmos system to both my Apple TV and 4K Blu-ray. As the HT-A9 has limited ports. So far both the splitters I've tried results in dropouts. Any suggestions for this type of set up. Preferably with a remote.

@RetroRGB 8 ай бұрын

This is an audio extractor, but it worked perfectly with no dropouts: amzn.to/3OXCYrX

@ddddmmmm9026 4 ай бұрын

Do you think just with a regular $50 hdmi switch box with a 2xpro scaler might interfere with color/quality/or add input lag? Just a guess

@RetroRGB 4 ай бұрын

Nope! That's one of the best parts of digital - As long as the switch is decent quality, it won't affect the audio or video at all :)

@OpticalHaze Жыл бұрын

I have a feeling that your recommendations on amazon are all unavailable at the moment or maybe limited to certain countrys only ?! I'm from europe btw

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Sadly, I think some of the links are North America only. I'm so sorry about that - I don't really have the ability to test UK stuff.

@mikezillam3841 10 ай бұрын

this is a great video But are there Any plans to Do a video covering HDMI 2.1 Switch's ?

@RetroRGB 10 ай бұрын

Yes! I just need to find the budget to do it, but I really need an HDMI 2.1 Matrix switch...and if I could find one that also passes CEC to a TV, that would be even better. I hope to get the video out by the end of the year.

@mikezillam3841 10 ай бұрын

@@RetroRGB thanks just found the BG-8K-HS41 and trying to work out if it dos what it says on the Can :)

@mikezillam3841 4 ай бұрын

@@RetroRGB Any updates on this ? :)

@prestonsmith3137 9 ай бұрын

Would this cut down on audio lag passed through my lg c1 to my sonos arc? I feel like my nintendo switch and some other consoles would do better with dedicated speakers using an audio extractor.

@RetroRGB 9 ай бұрын

It's possible that using an HDMI spitter to send audio directly to the Sonos might help. But you might want this instead: www.retrorgb.com/hdmi-2-1-audio-extractor.html

@prestonsmith3137 9 ай бұрын

@@RetroRGB Amazing, I perceived less audio lag with my own senses using the Nintendo Switch with that audio extractor. Even compared to the TV speakers. It even works with the Sonos using the supplied spdif to HDMI. I'm thinking of upgrading to the 8k60 Audio extractor which I think would work with the PS5. Strangely though I don't notice an audio delay with PS5 to LG C1 and Sonos. Its set to pass through. Is it possible the tv is better equipped to handle that signal compared to previous Gen consoles?

@MitchellReynolds25 2 ай бұрын

How do I contact 4k hdmi 2.0 splitter 1x2 audio scaling ezcoo

@Blockvard Жыл бұрын

Any recommendations for someone that needs to connect a: PS4 Pro, Wii U, GameCube and a laptop? Looking at the Ezcoo switch but I'm a little worried about compatibility with older consoles, thanks!

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

The switches I showed here should work fine. Assuming they didn’t change the design or anything.

@Blockvard Жыл бұрын

@@RetroRGB thank you!

@atsz. Жыл бұрын

Hey Bob, I was a little confused as to why you recommended one specific splitter for MiSTer's direct video. I was really leaning towards that avedio one as I want to capture and monitor HDMI via MiSTer. Would it be better to use avedio without direct video?

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Direct video sends a WEIRD resolution that most HDMI devices don't understand, as it's really only designed for CRT use. It'll be hit or miss as to which splitters and audio extractors work with it, as opposed to standard resolutions like 480p, 1080p, etc. So, you can try the Avedio, but it may not work. Hope that helps a bit!

@atsz. Жыл бұрын

@@RetroRGB Yeah that does help! So the Avedio one should be fine with MiSTer without using direct video?

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Correct

@MastaOnerr 10 ай бұрын

I have a audio delay issue with my bose surround sound with certain game or my switch console. For example: turn on super mario world and the coin noise is silent until halfway and can hear the very end of the coin noise. I have optical cable connected to my bose surround and into my oled tv. Has alway been an issue when played through the bose surround wether optical or hdmi. Plays fine through tv speaker

@MastaOnerr 10 ай бұрын

Would any of these devices possibly help with this issue?

@MiQuentin 2 ай бұрын

Ahhhhh of course the exact video I need and the link for me is unavailable, need matrix switch with extraction

@shinushaji7228 10 ай бұрын

Hi Bob I need to mix audio from an HDMI input to video from Another HDMI to one output, can you please help.

@RetroRGB 10 ай бұрын

I think you'd need an HDMI remuxer. I've never used one myself, so I'm useless for this one. Sorry!

@cerulean86 Жыл бұрын

I notice almost all HDMI matrix switches only allow 4 inputs unless you want to spend ungodly amounts of money. What options would you recommend to someone with more than 4 HDMI consoles? I have had several HDMI modchips installed in various systems and my HDMI matrix is full. Also, when I daisy chained two switches together I had some issues, though i didn't get around to testing if that was a cord issue or some complication from having a system run through 2 (identical) switches. Thanks!

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

The only Matrix switches I've seen with a lot of ports are REALLY expensive. This one isn't Matrix, but supposedly works okay with retro stuff: amzn.to/3zcdsHP

@zoiks6631 Жыл бұрын

@soyborne.bornmadeandundone1342 Жыл бұрын

Lol I need like... Holy crap lemme think... A LOT of inputs... Let's see... 3 xbox 360s... ps2 2 ps3s... wii game cube wii u switch n64 snes mini snes orig nes mini orig xbox And I got 2 ps4 pros And I hook my pc up to my monitor sometimes but that's direct in so I'm good on that one. And phuck I'ma get a ps5 one day prolly. I need a bigger room too haha. I got a ps1 but it's pretty useless considering ps2/3 can do everything it can but better basically. Some games rare perform worse but you know... Can't have everything...

@soyborne.bornmadeandundone1342 Жыл бұрын

@@zoiks6631 I just got the retro tink 5x pro. It's amazing! And works a lil better with a m classic! Pricy but pretty baller! But yeah. DON'T use a splitter with this thing. It simply wont work. My advice? ONLY get the 5x pro retro tink for upscaling compant cables. Just switch out the companant cables for whatever companant cable friendly console you're messin with. Dream cast, ps2, xbox orig, game cube, wii original etc etc... It's GREAT for companant cable to hdmi upscaling. I'd argue it's the main go to feature of the 5x pro.

@Reaperman4711 6 ай бұрын

I don't suppose you feel like reviewing another switcher/extractor for your amazon shop page? This batch of them is longer available. Generally speaking in your tests, have any switchers added lag, or are the Chinesium factories actually good about that?

@RetroRGB 6 ай бұрын

I'm already in the process of testing new switches and splitters :) I don't have the budget for stuff like this, but I'm slowly getting new stuff and should have posts on RetroRGB.com within a few weeks. Once I test enough, I'll make another video.

@RetroReloaded Жыл бұрын

I bought that matrix with the downscaling toggles and the audio kept cutting out randomly. Returning it today.

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Interesting! I've had that happen before with different products, but I used the downscaling switch for a month before making this video. I was using Ultra Certified HDMI cables though...not sure if that mattered.

@soyborne.bornmadeandundone1342 Жыл бұрын

@@RetroRGB HDMI splitter boxes are such a pain in the azz lol. Sooo many of them are pretty crap.

@ThetaxDeltax Ай бұрын

looking for one with 10 inputs or something. Any? Got alot of HDMI stuff. Consoles are building up. 1 IN IS JUST FINE. Would a old receiver be better?

@ThetaxDeltax Ай бұрын

8k connections may as well.

@MikeBravos Жыл бұрын

I think I need some help here cause I am not sure how to do it. I got an Odyssey G5 monitor with one HDMI input, I want to connect my MacBook and my PS5 but I also want to extract the audio from the PS5 and send it over my audio interface (either analog or digital connection). I am thinking, I will run the hdmi cable from my PS5 to an hdmi audio extractor and then the hdmi output from the extractor to an hdmi switcher, which also the MacBook will be connected to it, and then the hdmi switcher out to the monitor? Is this doable or it will downgrade the picture quality or whatever? Thank you in advance! 🙏

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

That’s doable, but why not just pick up the switch I demo’d that also does audio extraction? Less cables, less HDMI handshakes…and you have that second output handy.

@MikeBravos Жыл бұрын

@@RetroRGB so I can connect two devices, extract the audio from one of the two, and be able to switch between the two?

@RetroMythologist Жыл бұрын

Regarding @2:35 If all you need is a 2x1 switch, the "8K HEZOOMS HDMI 2.1 Switch Splitter" on Amazon does 48Gbps, so it supports 8K60 or 4K120, and it supports VRR and HDR. I use this to switch between an XBSX and PS5 to my one 48Gbps input on my AVR. I have used this for 6 months with no problems at all. And it's inexpensive.

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Any manual 2x1 switch without any extra features should work the same way. It's basically the same as unplugging and re-plugging sources. I have a similar one here and it's awesome. I should have included that in the video ;/

@TheFacesOriginals 7 ай бұрын

Traduce este mensaje al inglés: Lo siento por revivir un video tan anterior, me preguntaba si existirá una solución "todo en uno" que junte la mayoría de estos dispositivos? tipo switch, split, edid, extractor de audio, a/v receiver, extender/repeater, etc. It's a bigg rabbit's hole find some middle range, decent, too much testing, and $$$ in various rebranded chinese gadgets with fake claims... Ty for the video!

@TheCleaner6969 10 ай бұрын

I need a switch that will have at least 3 hdmi ports & pass the hdcp through to the tv. Do you know of any?

@RetroRGB 10 ай бұрын

Yes, the ones in this video.

@TheCleaner6969 10 ай бұрын

@@RetroRGB Thanks!

@velocityexplosif7631 Жыл бұрын

Are there any splitters that can pass HDMI 2.1 to my monitor from my Xbox Series X and "mimic" HDMI ARC or HDMI eARC to my Sonos Beam? I am asking cause I use a full 4K gaming monitor for my Xbox Series X and gaming monitors do not have "TV" features lige ARC or eARC.

@velocityexplosif7631 Жыл бұрын

Sorry - found the answer: OREI HDA-931

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

I haven't tested that one yet. How does it work?

@Torabaito Жыл бұрын

forgot the links in the description =D

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Huh?

@Dzaster96 9 ай бұрын

how do you update it?

@TheCoolDave Жыл бұрын

Love your videos but, I NEED a 4K 120hz splitter, and there is a handful of them out there now in the $25-75 price range.

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I'll get around to testing those before the end of the year...

@vman034 Жыл бұрын

My tv soundbar audio uses hdmi. Does it recognize it when I switch to my ps4. Will I still hear the TV sound bar when playing the game

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

You'd need to use the ARC port, so double check the device you buy offers that.

@vman034 Жыл бұрын

@@RetroRGB what device you think I should get?

@gtbeakerman Жыл бұрын

Another neat feature that the EZCOO matrix switch offers is the ability to connect to your PC via USB and run the software to configure the EDID settings on each port exactly the way you want. The software will let you set Audio (ATMOS, 5.1), resolution, etc.

@RetroRGB Жыл бұрын

That's a great point!!! I should have tried that for the video!