Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 (Thunderbolt 3)
High end Thunderbolt 3 capture and playback with 12G-SDI, HDMI 2.0 and a built-in H.265 hardware encoder.
SKU: BLA-BDLKULSR4KEXTR/3
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The Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 is the ultimate capture and playback solution for high end post production, featuring blazing fast 40Gb/s Thunderbolt 3, advanced 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 connections, and a built-in hardware H.265 encoder. It works at up to 4K DCI 60 frames per second with deep colour 12-bit RGB and full HDR support.
With the widest range of analog and digital connections of any UltraStudio, it is compatible with virtually any camera, deck, router or display, making it ideal for the most demanding broadcast and cinema workflows.
Key Features
- 40Gb/s Thunderbolt 3 connection to Mac and Windows
- 12G-SDI and 6G-SDI inputs and outputs supporting up to 4K DCI 60fps
- HDMI 2.0 input and output with 2160p60 and HDR support
- Built-in hardware H.265 encoder for real time recording
- Professional balanced analog audio via XLR plus AES/EBU and RCA
- Built-in hardware down converter from Ultra HD to HD to SD
- Tri-Sync and Black Burst reference input with loop output
Ideal For
- 4K and Ultra HD post production and grading suites
- HDR mastering and deliverable workflows
- Broadcast facilities integrating legacy and modern gear
- Real time H.265 capture for fast turnaround
- Multi format capture and playback environments
Specifications
- SDI: 2 x 12G-SDI and 2 x 6G-SDI in and out
- HDMI: 2.0 type A in and out, up to 2160p60
- Maximum format: 4K DCI at 60fps
- Audio: 16 channels SDI embedded, 4 channel balanced XLR analog
- Interface: Thunderbolt 3 (40Gb/s)
- Power: 2 x built-in AC supply, 100V to 240V
Available from Prosales, South Africa's authorised Blackmagic Design reseller and integrator.
| Interface | Thunderbolt 3, 40Gb/s |
| SDI Inputs | 2 x 12Gb/s and 2 x 6Gb/s SD/HD/2K/4K |
| SDI Outputs | 2 x 12Gb/s and 2 x 6Gb/s SD/HD/2K/4K |
| HDMI | 2.0 type A in and out, up to 2160p60 |
| Maximum Format | 4K DCI at 60fps |
| SDI Audio | 16 channels embedded |
| Analog Audio In | 4 channels balanced XLR, 2 channels RCA |
| Analog Audio Out | 4 channels balanced XLR |
| Encoder | Hardware real time H.265 |
| Down Conversion | Ultra HD to HD and HD to SD |
| Reference | Tri-Sync or Black Burst with loop output |
| Power | 2 x built-in AC, 100V to 240V, 50Hz to 60Hz |
| Form Factor | 2 rack units |
| Warranty | 3 year limited manufacturer warranty |
4K DCI at 60 Frames Per Second
12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 connections handle up to 4K DCI at 60fps with deep colour 12-bit RGB. Full HDR support means you can master modern high dynamic range deliverables.
Built-In H.265 Hardware Encoder
A powerful hardware encoder performs real time H.265 compression. This offloads your computer and lets you capture efficient, high quality files for fast turnaround.
Connect To Anything
With 12G-SDI, 6G-SDI, HDMI 2.0, balanced XLR analog audio and reference connections, it links to virtually any camera, deck, router or monitor. It is the most connected UltraStudio for mixed broadcast environments.
