Blackmagic Design has launched the UltraStudio Express HD, a $565 capture and playback device featuring USB4 connectivity and 3G-SDI support. The unit is designed to bridge legacy broadcast hardware with modern computing workflows for live streaming and production environments.
This launch addresses the technical debt in live streaming environments where high-end legacy SDI gear must interface with modern USB4-only laptops. By consolidating power and data into a single cable, Blackmagic Design reduces the hardware footprint for field engineers and remote production teams. The inclusion of RS-422 remote and balanced analog inputs ensures the device remains compatible with professional broadcast decks while supporting modern NLE software like DaVinci Resolve. Watch for whether competitors respond with similar bus-powered USB4 capture devices at this sub-$600 price point.
Blackmagic Design has launched the UltraStudio Express HD, a $565 capture and playback device featuring USB4 connectivity. This hardware allows professionals to bridge legacy broadcast equipment with modern computers, supporting 1080p60 video. By consolidating power and data into one cable, it simplifies field production for engineers using modern, port-limited laptops.
The Blackmagic UltraStudio Express HD is priced at $565.
The device utilizes a single-cable USB4 connection, which provides both data transfer and power from a laptop battery.
The device offers native support for DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and Premiere Pro.
Yes, an optional Teranex Mini Smart Panel can be added to provide a front-facing LCD for real-time video monitoring and timecode.
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