Practical answers about using Beat Velocity Studio for live visuals, prepared content, event screens, music-reactive effects, subscriptions, licensing, and private beta access.
Beat Velocity Studio is designed for macOS and Windows 11 live-performance and event setups.
Some output integrations are platform-specific. For example, Spout output is available on Windows 11 for routing visuals into compatible production tools.
Beat Velocity Studio is a real-time visual performance app. Unlike rendered video, live visuals have to respond immediately while your system may also be handling displays, GPU drivers, audio analysis, MIDI/OSC control, external controllers, capture devices, streaming tools, and other production tasks.
That is why our recommended live-show hardware is higher than the minimum.
For macOS, Apple Silicon is required. An M1 system is the minimum for testing, learning the workflow, lower-complexity visual sets, and dedicated use where Beat Velocity Studio is the primary workload. For heavier shows, more complex shaders, higher-resolution video, multiple outputs, or running other production tools at the same time, we recommend M2 Pro, M2 Max, M3 Pro, M3 Max, or better.
For Windows 11, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super-class GPU or stronger with at least 8 GB of VRAM is the minimum supported target. An NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER or stronger is recommended for demanding live-show use, especially when using heavier shaders, 4K video feeds, multiple outputs, capture devices, or streaming workflows.
For testing, rehearsal, lighter visual sets, or dedicated live-show use where Beat Velocity Studio is the primary workload, the minimum system may be all you need.
Yes. Beat Velocity Studio is designed to fit into production and streaming workflows.
On Windows 11, Spout output is available for routing visuals into compatible tools. NDI workflows may also be available depending on your version and setup. For OBS, the exact workflow depends on your operating system, output method, and capture/routing configuration.
Yes. You can use your own media and branding, including videos, loops, logos, sponsor graphics, event announcements, branded screens, and other prepared visual content.
You are responsible for making sure you have the rights to use any media you bring into your shows, streams, or client events.
Yes. Beat Velocity Studio is not limited to abstract visuals. It can run prepared media, logos, branded screens, announcements, loops, and background visuals alongside live effects.
This makes it useful not only for DJs and VJs, but also for venues, private events, corporate rooms, churches, schools, conferences, and live streams.
Yes. OSC-based workflows make it possible to control parts of the show from another device on the same network.
For example, an operator could use a tablet layout to trigger scenes, change parameters, switch visual states, or control show elements without standing directly at the render machine.
Beat Velocity Studio can output visuals to projectors, screens, venue walls, and external displays.
For dedicated projection-mapping workflows involving advanced warping, masking, edge blending, or complex multi-projector calibration, you may still want a specialized projection-mapping tool. Beat Velocity Studio is focused on fast live visual control, music-reactive visuals, prepared media, and performance-friendly show operation.
Yes. Beat Velocity Studio is suitable for weddings, private events, parties, lounges, bars, clubs, and mobile DJ setups.
Preset-based workflows make it easier to match the tone of different event types, from subtle branded background visuals to more energetic music-reactive show moments.
Yes. Beat Velocity Studio can be used anywhere a team needs controlled visual content on screens.
That includes churches, schools, conferences, corporate events, training rooms, venue screens, streams, installations, and live productions.
Yes. Paid licenses are intended for real performance use, including gigs, venues, streams, events, installations, and client-facing shows.
You are responsible for making sure any third-party media, logos, video loops, music, or branded assets you use are properly licensed for your event or commercial use case.
Private beta access lets invited testers evaluate the Beat Velocity Studio workflow, including visuals, scenes, output routing, shaders, MIDI/OSC control, media playback, and live-show tools.
Invited private beta accounts receive a 30-day beta trial after activation. We are keeping access limited so we can listen closely to feedback from passionate creators and improve the product before opening it more widely.
Invited private beta testers receive a 30-day beta trial.
Standard public trial access is 14 days outside the private beta program.
Active Founder Beta contributors become eligible to lock in lifetime Founder pricing when Beat Velocity Studio launches paid plans. Full pricing details will be shared before paid launch.
Founder pricing recognizes the people who help build Beat Velocity Studio with real setup notes, bug reports, feature requests, performance feedback, and honest show-use observations.
Monthly, Yearly, and One-Time v3 unlock the same core Beat Velocity Studio software.
Monthly and Yearly are subscriptions. Monthly gives you flexibility. Yearly gives you better long-term value.
One-Time v3 gives you permanent access to the v3 major release only.
No. A One-Time v3 license covers the purchased v3 major release.
It does not automatically include future major versions, such as v4, unless a future upgrade offer or license term specifically says otherwise.
If you switch plans, your account flow is designed to avoid duplicate active subscriptions.
If anything looks wrong during a plan change, contact support and we will help correct it.
Yes. You can cancel a subscription to stop future renewals.
Cancellation stops future billing but does not automatically refund past charges or the current paid billing period.
Digital purchases are generally final, except where required by law.
Because Beat Velocity Studio offers trial access, we recommend testing the software on your intended system before purchasing a paid license.
Internet access is needed for initial activation and normal license validation.
Beat Velocity Studio supports limited offline grace after a successful validation so performers are not immediately locked out if connectivity drops before or during a live setup.
Only if your license and device limits allow it.
If you need help understanding your activation limit or resetting a device, contact support.
Contact support for license and device reset help.
Include your account email, license key if available, and a short explanation of what changed.
Not in every use case.
Beat Velocity Studio is focused on fast live visual control for performers, venues, streams, event screens, and music-reactive shows.
It is not trying to replace every advanced media server, node-based creative system, or dedicated projection-mapping platform. Resolume, TouchDesigner, and MadMapper are powerful tools with their own strengths.
Beat Velocity Studio is for users who want a more direct way to run live visuals, music-reactive effects, prepared media, branding, and show content without building everything from scratch.
Beat Velocity Studio is serious visual performance software for creators and event operators: visually exciting, fast to understand, and easier to adopt than heavier visual production systems.
If you are not sure whether Beat Velocity Studio fits your show, room, screens, hardware, or workflow, request private beta access or contact us directly. Share what you are trying to build and we will help you find the right next step.