Atomos expands broadcast product line with Shogun AV-19 release
Atomos Limited has announced the Atomos Shogun AV-19 release, a 19-inch rack-mounted monitor recorder targeting live production and broadcast markets. First sales are expected to commence in late March 2026, with the product priced at USD $1,999 (excluding local sales taxes and tariffs).
The Shogun AV-19 represents the next evolution in Atomos’ historical Shogun Studio rack-mounted product line. It marks the company’s 5th product release of new and upgraded products in the last 12 months, reinforcing progress against the company’s broader product roadmap strategy.
What is a rack-mounted monitor recorder?
A rack-mounted monitor recorder is a professional broadcast device designed to fit into standard 19-inch equipment racks typically found in television studios, outside broadcast trucks, and live event production facilities. Unlike portable 5-inch devices such as Atomos’ flagship Ninja range, these larger format units remain installed in fixed locations.
These devices serve dual functions. They provide high-quality monitoring, allowing production teams to view live camera feeds with professional colour accuracy and technical analysis tools. Simultaneously, they record these feeds in broadcast-quality formats for later use or archive purposes.
The 19-inch format matters because it integrates seamlessly into existing professional workflows. Broadcast facilities and live production environments rely on standardised rack systems to house their equipment. A rack-mounted solution allows technical teams to centralise their monitoring and recording infrastructure alongside other broadcast equipment such as switchers, routers, and audio processors.
Product roadmap execution driving financial turnaround
The Atomos Shogun AV-19 release sits within the company’s broader product roadmap strategy, which has delivered measurable financial improvement over the past year. The progressive release of new products has resulted in a material improvement in sales and profitability.
In H1 FY26, Atomos reported unaudited EBITDA of $1.9 million, compared to a loss of $5.6 million in H1 FY25. This represents a swing of $7.5 million improvement year-on-year.
| Metric | H1 FY25 | H1 FY26 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| EBITDA | ($5.6M) | $1.9M | +$7.5M |
Beyond core monitor recorder products, Atomos has expanded its ecosystem portfolio into complementary categories including pro-audio (microphones and headphones), Wi-Fi transmission, and PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) cameras. This diversification strategy aims to provide integrated solutions for professional content creators across multiple product categories.
Key technical specifications
The Shogun AV-19 incorporates several professional-grade features designed for broadcast and live production environments:
- 19-inch, 4K HDR DCI-P3 rack-mounted monitor
- Records in ProRes, ProRes RAW, Avid DNx to CFexpress or external USB-C storage
- Records up to four isolated camera feeds (ISOs), plus a fifth programme output
- Live multi-camera monitoring capability
- Connectivity: 2 x 12G-SDI + 2 x 3G-SDI in, 1 x 12G-SDI out, 1 x HDMI in/out, XLR audio
- Technical monitoring tools: EL Zone false colour, focus peaking, waveform
- NDI HX3 transmission and reception over ethernet
- User-definable function buttons
The ability to record four isolated camera feeds simultaneously addresses a critical workflow requirement in multi-camera production environments, where directors need both individual camera recordings and a final mixed output.
Management outlook and upcoming catalysts
Management has provided clear guidance on near-term revenue expectations for the new product. Peter Barber, Managing Director and CEO, positioned the Shogun AV-19 as a strategic entry into the rack-mounted production market with anticipated financial contribution in the current financial year.
Peter Barber, Managing Director and CEO
“Shogun AV-19 is built to be the go-to versatile, rack-mountable monitor-recorder-switcher for modern live production. We expect Shogun AV-19 to begin contributing meaningfully to revenue and earnings in Q4 of this financial year. In addition, and consistent with our product roadmap, further new product launches are expected over the course of this half.”
The statement indicates management’s confidence in both the immediate revenue potential of the Shogun AV-19 and the sustainability of the product release cadence. The reference to further launches in H2 FY26 suggests the product roadmap execution remains on track.
What to watch
Investors should monitor several key milestones over the coming months:
- Late March 2026 – First Shogun AV-19 sales commence
- Q4 FY26 – Management expects meaningful revenue contribution from the product
- H2 FY26 – Additional product launches anticipated as part of the ongoing roadmap
The Q4 FY26 revenue contribution guidance provides a near-term catalyst for assessing whether the product gains market traction. Given the USD $1,999 price point and the company’s $7.5 million EBITDA improvement in H1 FY26, meaningful sales volumes could provide further validation of the turnaround strategy.
The announcement of additional product launches in H2 FY26 suggests Atomos intends to maintain its accelerated release schedule, potentially sustaining the momentum that has driven the financial recovery to date.
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