Pi Media Server
Every pixel, exactly on cue.
A media server for live shows: layered video, generators and AI visuals, LED and projection mapping, multichannel audio and complete show control — in one application.
The audience sees one moment. Behind it are a thousand cues. Pi Media Server plays every one on time.
What it does.
Deck, layers and columns
Launch clips across layers and columns with blend modes, per-layer video and audio levels, and preview before program.
Generators and AI Studio
Built-in generators plus AI visuals created offline — or in the cloud with your own keys.
Mapping, LED and 3D stage
Map to LED walls and projection surfaces, and pre-visualise the show on a 3D stage.
Show control
MIDI, OSC, DMX, SMPTE timecode and TCP control, with tap tempo and BPM sync.
Video over the network
NDI and Spout in and out to connect cameras, graphics and other media servers.
Audio built in
Multichannel audio up to immersive layouts, with stereo fold-down.
One booth. Every screen.
Run LED walls, projection and IMAG from one machine. Preview the next cue privately, send it live when the music turns, and trigger it from the lighting desk if you prefer.
Visuals that don’t exist yet.
Describe a look and AI Studio generates it. Combine with generators, effects and your own media, all rendered in a 16-bit float HDR pipeline.
The details.
| Current version | 1.3.0 |
|---|---|
| Composition | Custom resolutions; preview and program outputs |
| Rendering | GPU-accelerated, 16-bit float HDR pipeline |
| Content | Media files, generators, AI Studio, presentations and info clips |
| Output | LED, projection mapping, 3D stage, encode |
| Control | MIDI, OSC, DMX, SMPTE timecode, TCP |
| Network video | NDI, Spout |
| Audio | Multichannel up to immersive layouts, stereo fold-down |
What you need.
macOS
| MINIMUM | RECOMMENDED | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | macOS 12 Monterey | Latest macOS |
| Processor | Intel, or Apple silicon via Rosetta 2 | Apple M2 Pro / Intel with dedicated GPU |
| Memory | 8 GB | 16 GB or more |
| Disk | 1 GB + media | 1 GB + media |
| Graphics | Integrated GPU, 1080p output | Dedicated GPU, multiple outputs |
| Network | — | Gigabit for NDI and multi-server |
Windows
| MINIMUM | RECOMMENDED | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 11 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 5, 4 cores | Intel Core i7 / AMD Ryzen 7, 8 cores |
| Memory | 8 GB | 16 GB or more |
| Disk | 1 GB + media | 1 GB + media |
| Graphics | DirectX 12 GPU, 1080p output | Dedicated GPU (NVIDIA / AMD), multiple outputs |
| Network | — | Gigabit for NDI and multi-server |
Works with.
Based on the product’s formats and audio I/O. Tested-host lists grow with every release.
OPERATING SYSTEM
- macOS 12 or laterSupported
- Apple siliconVia Rosetta 2
- Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)Supported
- LinuxNot supported
VIDEO & NETWORK
- NDISupported
- SpoutWindows only
- LED processors & projectorsVia outputs
- Multi-serverSupported
CONTROL
- MIDISupported
- OSCSupported
- DMXSupported
- SMPTE / LTC timecodeSupported
- TCPSupported
Map your first LED wall
Questions.
Can I trigger it from my lighting console?
Yes. Use DMX, MIDI or OSC to fire clips and control layers from the desk.
Is this a subscription?
No. Buy once and own it, with free updates and no hidden costs.
How many computers can I use?
One licence activates one computer. Changing machines? Deactivate it in the app or in your account, then activate the new one.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. Download the full version and try every feature free for 15 days.
Pi Media Server.
Your move.
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