Grow your live broadcast audience with Spalk.

Our Virtual Sportscasting Studio makes it easy for you to produce live commentary for your broadcasts directly from the Pixellot console.

Welcome to Spalk! We are excited to have you using our software to add commentary to your broadcasts. On this page you will find resources to help you get started.

Commentary Checklist

PC or Laptop

Minimum: CPU Quad Core i5 1.4GHz, 8GB DDR3 memory, modern OS (Windows 10 or macOS 10.14+).

Internet

10 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up, ping < 100ms. Ethernet preferred. Keep a 4G backup connection on hand.

Google Chrome

The Spalk Commentary Studio works only in Google Chrome v93+. Update Chrome before every broadcast.

Microphone

Microphone recommendations:

Lip-Ribbon Microphones
USB streaming mics
XLR to USB converters or USB microphones acceptable

Headphones

Headphones or earphones are required. Never play output through external speakers. Wireless headphones are fine.

Environment

Quiet space. Close all windows, put a sign on the door, check for echo or hollow sound before going live.

Video tutorials

Getting Started

All the requirements you need to start commentary using the Spalk Studio.

Logging onto Spalk

How to log in to your Spalk account for live commentary.

Preparing for Game Day

A quick video guide on how to prepare for game day with Spalk.

Troubleshooting Audio

Two simple methods to troubleshoot audio issues during game day.

Book a training session

Before your first broadcast, please book a session with our Broadcast Services team. They will train you on the Virtual Commentary Studio and run a QA on your at-home commentary setup.

Visit the Knowledge Base

For additional tutorials, FAQs and best practices, head to the Spalk Knowledge Base.

Knowledge Base

We’re excited for you to begin your broadcasting journey with Spalk.