Appear X Platform | Scalable Media Processing Solutions
One platform. Every possibility.
Live media is evolving faster than ever as audiences demand pristine quality and instant delivery across every screen. The X Platform gives broadcasters and media companies a powerful foundation to process, transport, and protect live content with the certainty that mission critical operations require.
Platform overview
X— a modular toolkit for live media, from edge to core
Designed for the realities of modern IP and hybrid workflows, the X Platform brings together high density media processing, intelligent transport, and resilient system architecture. Engineers can build the exact workflow they need while maintaining the reliability and operational clarity that live production depends on.
Built for real world workflows
Designed to support contribution, production, and distribution across diverse environments.
Engineered for resilience
Security and reliability are embedded across media processing and system control.
Unified through XM
A single operational layer that simplifies deployment, visibility, and lifecycle management.
Power efficiency
With platforms that ensure 5x less energy consumption than other market-leading solution providers.
Operational efficiency
With the most flexible and resilient platforms that minimise total cost of ownership.
Ultimate capacity
With the densest, most scalable media processing and delivery solutions on the market.
PRODUCT PORTFOLIO
Choose the right platform
A unified platform for media transport and processing — from compact systems to high-density deployments and software-defined control.
X5
Compact, fixed-function system for smaller and edge sites. Powerful, futureproof media processing without compromise.
X10
Modular 1RU chassis for space-efficient deployments where rack density and flexibility both matter.
X20
The high-density 2RU flagship. Built for maximum capacity, expansion, and the most demanding live workflows.
XM
Self-hosted estate management for Appear chassis. A single operational layer for deployment, visibility, and lifecycle.
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| X20 | X10 | X5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Form factor | 2RU | 1RU | 1RU, half-rack width |
| Modular configuration | 12 Slots | 6 Slots | No |
| Power | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| CODECS & PROCESSING | |||
| AVC / H.264 | |||
| HEVC / H.265 | |||
| JPEG2000 | - | ||
| JPEG XS | - | ||
| TRANSPORT & STREAMING | |||
| MPEG-TS over UDP | |||
| MPEG-TS over RTP |
Award-winning innovation, recognised globally
2024
NAB Show Product of the Year
2025
NAB Show Project of the Year
CUSTOMER STORIES
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