Optimizing Performance in VDMX for Live Visuals?

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Hi everyone,

I have recently started using VDMX for live visual performances and I am loving its flexibility. However…, I am encountering some performance issues, particularly when working with high resolution clips and multiple layers. I would love some advice on optimizing my setup.

I am using a MacBook Pro (M1) with 16GB RAM.
Most of my clips are 4K ProRes files.
I often use multiple layers with various FX chains.

I have some questions in my mind:

Are there specific codecs or resolutions you recommend for smoother playback: ??
What are the best practices for managing FX-heavy layers without lag: ??
Does enabling/disabling certain settings make a noticeable difference: ??

Any tips or resources would be greatly appreciated. I want to ensure smooth performance without sacrificing quality. Thanks in advance !!

Looking forward to learning from this community !!

With Regards,

DanielCCSP

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ProRes is not optimized for live playback, it was designed to be a high quality editing codec. For performance, you’ll want to use HAP.

More about codecs in the vdmx docs: Video Codecs and VDMX | VIDVOX Docs

More about HAP https://hap.video/

You can use the free AVF Batch Converter in the extras folder when installing VDMX

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