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How To Set Up Aitum Multi - The Best Way To Multistream

Introduction

Introduction

If you're looking to elevate your livestreaming game, the newest plugin from ATOM makes it effortless to multistream from a single instance of OBS Studio. This article will guide you through the setup process, cover key settings, and show you how to add multiple platforms.

Why Multistream?

Multistreaming allows you to reach a broader audience by streaming to multiple platforms simultaneously. This can increase your visibility, grow your audience faster, and provide a safeguard if one platform encounters issues.

Required Software

1. OBS Studio

Download and install OBS Studio. Do not open it immediately after installation.

2. ATOM Plugins

You need to install two ATOM plugins:

  • ATOM Multiplugin
  • ATOM Vertical

Install both plugins, accepting the default options.

Setting Up OBS

Open OBS and arrange the multistream and vertical panels on your screen. You can do this by:

  • Click on 'Docks' at the top
  • Ensure 'ATOM Multistream', 'Vertical Scenes', 'Vertical Sources', and 'Vertical Transitions' (if you use scene transitions) are checked.
  • Drag and resize the docks to your preference.

Configuring Canvas and Video Settings

Canvas Size

To ensure your stream looks good on every platform:

  • Open 'Settings' and go to the 'Video' tab.
  • For 1080p streams, set the Base (Canvas) Resolution to 1920x1080.
  • For 1440p or 4K YouTube streams, manually input the respective dimensions.

Primary Stream Settings

  • Go to 'Settings' > 'Stream'. Choose your primary platform (e.g., Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, or custom for Kick).
  • Enable 'Enhanced Broadcasting' for Twitch to help mobile viewers, though this limits some manual settings.

Output Settings

  • Set 'Output Mode' to 'Simple'.
  • Set the 'Video Bitrate' to 6,000 for a 1080p stream.
  • Choose your preferred encoder, usually 'H.264 Hardware Encoder'.

Audio Settings

  • Generally, the default settings are fine. Add your microphone and headset under the 'Devices' section.

Configuring Vertical Canvas

  • Click the settings cog on the vertical canvas and adjust the bit rate, typically to 4,000 for robust vertical streaming.

Adding Platforms

TikTok

  1. In ATOM Multistream settings, click 'Vertical' > 'Add Output' > 'TikTok'.
  2. Get your stream key from TikTok Live Producer and paste it in.

YouTube Shorts

  1. Click 'Add Output' > 'YouTube'.
  2. Set up the stream on YouTube Studio and obtain a static stream key.
  3. Paste the key in ATOM Multistream.

Other Platforms (Kick, X, Instagram, etc.)

  1. Follow similar steps as above: add the output, get the stream key from the respective dashboards, and paste them in ATOM Multistream settings.

Managing Bit Rate and Resolution

To customize the settings for different platforms:

  • Use 'Advanced Settings' to adjust bit rate and resolution for each stream.
  • Rescale outputs for platforms that need lower resolution, like Twitch mobile viewers.

When You’re Ready to Go Live

  • Click the green button for each platform in the ATOM Multistream dock to start streaming.
  • Ensure you click the 'Go Live' button in your stream dashboard on platforms like Instagram and YouTube if required.

Conclusion

The ATOM Multi plugin for OBS Studio offers a powerful and flexible way to multistream in 2024. With a bit of setup, you can broadcast across multiple platforms, enhance your reach, and grow your audience like never before.

Keywords

  • ATOM Multi plugin
  • Multistreaming
  • OBS Studio
  • TikTok
  • YouTube Shorts
  • Twitch
  • Kick
  • X (Twitter)
  • Stream settings

FAQ

Q: What platforms can I multistream to with ATOM Multi? A: The ATOM Multi plugin supports various platforms including Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, Kick, X (Twitter), Instagram, and more.

Q: Do I need a different stream key for each platform? A: Yes, each platform requires its own stream key, which can usually be found in the platform's dashboard.

Q: Can I adjust the resolution and bit rate for different streams? A: Absolutely. ATOM Multi allows you to set different resolutions and bit rates for each platform.

Q: Will multistreaming require more upload bandwidth? A: Yes, the total bandwidth required will be the sum of the bit rates for all your streams.

Q: What happens if one of the streams fails? A: Each platform operates independently, so if one stream fails, it shouldn't affect the others. However, it's good practice to monitor all streams actively.

Q: Can I stream in both landscape and vertical orientations simultaneously? A: Yes, ATOM Multi allows you to set up both landscape and vertical streams at the same time.

Ensure you have a good upload speed and CPU capability to manage multiple high-quality streams simultaneously.

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