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What is this about?
This is a live stream of 1080p / 2K TV broadcast via Icecast, using the open-source VP9/WebM video format. It works completely plugin-free and 100% browser-native.
The Tech Behind It
We’ve been experimenting with this since 2017, and today even low-end machines can stream WebM at stunning quality with low bitrate!
Why Icecast + WebM?
Check out the live stream here:
Server status:
Feel free to ask if you need any setup help or want the configuration details!
Why does this matter?
Streaming in high quality without relying on CDNs or proprietary solutions is a game-changer for small broadcasters. WebM and VP9 bring fantastic video quality while keeping the system requirements low.
This is a live stream of 1080p / 2K TV broadcast via Icecast, using the open-source VP9/WebM video format. It works completely plugin-free and 100% browser-native.
The Tech Behind It
- Icecast 2.x for streaming
- VP9 encoding via FFmpeg
- Simple HTML5 tag for playback (no JavaScript player required)
We’ve been experimenting with this since 2017, and today even low-end machines can stream WebM at stunning quality with low bitrate!
Why Icecast + WebM?
- No royalties – It’s free and open-source.
- Open standard – No proprietary software.
- Low bitrate / high quality – Great streaming performance.
- Browser-native – Works on all major browsers.
- Indie TV stations looking for cost-effective solutions.
- Radio stations wanting to show live studio cams.
- Small streamers or anyone on a tight budget who wants to stream video in high quality.
- Events, webinars, and product demos.
Check out the live stream here:
Server status:
Feel free to ask if you need any setup help or want the configuration details!
Why does this matter?
Streaming in high quality without relying on CDNs or proprietary solutions is a game-changer for small broadcasters. WebM and VP9 bring fantastic video quality while keeping the system requirements low.