Blackmagic Design’s UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 is a flagship capture and playback interface built for demanding post, broadcast and live production. With 12G‑SDI and HDMI 2.0, it supports ingest and playout up to DCI 4K/60p in 10‑ or 12‑bit 4:4:4, making it ideal for colour‑critical finishing, VFX and high‑end mastering. It integrates easily into mixed environments with analogue video I/O, balanced analogue audio, reference/black burst, LTC timecode and RS‑422 deck control. HDR workflows are covered with HLG and PQ monitoring support, while a hardware downstream keyer enables reliable real‑time graphics overlays. Genlock and dedicated reference inputs ensure precise sync across multi‑device systems.
Connect via Thunderbolt 3 for desktop or mobile rigs, or add the optional PCIe interface for streamlined rack integration. Blackmagic Desktop Video drivers provide broad compatibility with leading NLE, grading, VFX and broadcast tools on macOS and Windows. Designed for low latency and reliability, UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 excels in grading suites, live galleries, OB trucks and QC rooms where consistent 12G‑SDI I/O, HDR capability and rock‑solid sync are essential. A robust choice when you need dependable 4K capture and playout with professional control and monitoring.
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- Blackmagic UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 12G‑SDI I/O Interface
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