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Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3: The Ultimate Capture and Playback Solution for Professional Workflows
The Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 is the world’s most advanced capture and playback solution, offering unparalleled connectivity and performance for professional video workflows. This powerful device is designed for users who demand the highest quality and versatility, supporting everything from SD and HD to Ultra HD and cutting-edge 4K DCI formats, making it ideal for post-production houses, broadcasters, and independent filmmakers.
Unleash the Power of Thunderbolt 3 and PCIe:
Featuring incredibly fast 40Gb/s Thunderbolt 3 technology, the UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 provides a single-cable connection to your Mac or Windows computer with enough bandwidth to handle the highest resolution video formats with ease. For even greater performance, it also includes a PCIe interface, allowing you to connect directly to your workstation for maximum data throughput, essential for demanding 4K RGB and stereoscopic 3D workflows.
Future-Proof Connectivity with 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0:
The UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 is equipped with the latest 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 connections, enabling capture and playback of video at up to 60 frames per second in stunning 4K resolution with deep colour. The multi-rate 12G-SDI connections are also compatible with all your existing SDI equipment, providing seamless integration into your current setup. Dual-link 12G-SDI support even allows for real-time stereoscopic 3D and simultaneous fill and key workflows.
Comprehensive Analog and Digital Connections:
This versatile device offers the widest array of analogue and digital connections, ensuring compatibility with virtually any camera, deck, router, or display you might encounter. Connections include:
- SDI Video: 2 x 12G-SDI inputs, 2 x 12G-SDI outputs (program out), 1 x 12G-SDI loop out, 4 x reclocked SDI loop outs, 2 x 12G-SDI repeated outputs. Supports single, dual, and quad link 4:2:2/4:4:4. 2D/3D switchable.
- HDMI Video: 1 x HDMI 2.0b input, 1 x HDMI 2.0b output with support for 2160p60.
- Analog Video: 1 x Component YUV on 3 BNCs (switchable SD/HD), 1 x Composite NTSC/PAL on 1 BNC.
- Analog Audio: 4 channels of professional balanced analog audio via XLR connectors, 2 channels of consumer unbalanced via RCA connectors.
- Digital Audio: 2 channels of AES/EBU unbalanced audio in and out with sample rate converters.
- SDI Audio: 16 channels embedded in SD/HD/2K/UHD/4K.
- HDMI Audio: 8 channels embedded in SD/HD/4K.
- Timecode: XLR in and out.
- Sync: Reference input (Tri-Sync or Black Burst), Reference loop output.
- Device Control: 2 x RS-422 deck control ports.
- Other: 2 x Optical Fiber cages for optional SMPTE modules, XLR microphone input with 48V phantom power, USB-C 3.1 Gen 1.
Real-Time Hardware H.265 Encoding:
A powerful built-in hardware encoder allows you to capture video directly to efficient H.265 files in real time. This is ideal for creating high-quality Ultra HD content for online distribution or archiving, saving valuable time and storage space.
Advanced Features for Professional Workflows:
- Built-in Hardware Down Conversion: Outputs HD to SD on SDI output B, Component, and Composite with selectable aspect ratios. Also down converts Ultra HD to HD on SDI outputs C & D and HDMI.
- Built-in Hardware Up and Cross Conversion: Up converts SD to 720HD or 1080HD on playback with selectable zoom modes and cross-converts between 720p and 1080i.
- 3D Processing: Supports dual stream and frame-packed capture and playback via SDI and HDMI.
- Front Panel LCD and Controls: An elegant front panel features an integrated color LCD for monitoring video and audio levels, as well as quick access buttons for input selection.
- Software Compatibility: Works seamlessly with a wide range of professional software applications for Mac OS X and Windows, including DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X, Avid Media Composer, and many more popular tools.
- 2 RU Rack-Mount Design: The UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 features a robust 2-rack unit design, perfect for integration into equipment racks in broadcast facilities and post-production suites. It also includes removable ears for desktop use.
- Dual Built-In Power Supplies: Ensures mission-critical reliability for demanding professional environments.
Ideal for a Wide Range of Applications:
- Non-Linear Editing: Capture and playback high-quality video for editing in various software packages.
- On-Set Acquisition: Monitor and capture footage directly from cameras on-location shoots.
- VFX and Compositing: Work with high bit-depth and uncompressed video for demanding visual effects workflows.
- Colour Grading: Provide accurate monitoring to broadcast displays and HDR televisions for precise colour correction using tools like DaVinci Resolve.
- Audio Post-Production: Capture and playback multi-channel audio for mixing and mastering.
- Live Streaming and Broadcast Graphics: Feed SDI fill and key from RGB graphics directly to live production switchers.
- Archiving: Digitize and preserve footage from legacy analogue broadcast tape decks.
The Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 is the ultimate capture and playback solution for professionals who require uncompromising performance, future-proof connectivity, and a comprehensive set of features for tackling the most demanding video workflows. Its power, versatility, and reliability make it an essential tool for elevating the quality of film, television, and broadcast productions.