Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio HD Pro

Advanced Broadcast Recorder with Multi-Format Support

The Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio HD Pro is a professional broadcast deck designed for recording and playback of high-quality video files directly onto SD cards, UHS-II cards, and SSD media. It supports a wide range of codecs including H.264, Apple ProRes, and DNxHD, with PCM or AAC audio options. This model is ideal for broadcast, live production, and multi-screen digital signage applications.

Key Features

• Record and playback in H.264, ProRes, and DNxHD formats with PCM or AAC audio.
• Supports SD cards, UHS-II cards, and includes two SSD slots for expanded media options.
• Dual media slots enable non-stop recording with automatic switching when one card is full, allowing hot swapping during live events.
• Traditional deck-style transport controls with a machined metal search dial featuring clutch for jog, shuttle, and scroll functions.
• Built-in LCD screen with video monitoring and audio level meters selectable between VU and PPM ballistics.
• 6G-SDI inputs and outputs with fill and key outputs for ProRes 4444 playback, plus dedicated SDI monitoring output with on-screen status.
• Supports a wide range of video standards including SD (NTSC, PAL), HD (720p, 1080i, 1080p), and Ultra HD up to 2160p30.
• Professional multi-channel SDI audio recording up to 16 channels with detailed audio metering.
• Timecode and sync generator for stacking multiple units with dedicated reference and timecode outputs, supporting free run and lock modes.
• Supports ExFAT and HFS+ disk formats with long-duration single file recordings.
• HDR support with automatic detection and tagging of HDR video standards including PQ and HLG according to ST2084.
• Multi-language support including English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, German, French, Russian, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish, Polish, and Ukrainian.

Media and Recording Capabilities

The HD Pro model enhances media flexibility by adding two SSD slots alongside SD and UHS-II card support. It can also record to external USB disks. With efficient codecs like H.264 and ProRes, users can achieve extended recording times, such as up to 157 hours of 1080p59.94 H.264 video on a 1 TB card. The dual media slots allow continuous recording without interruption, ideal for long live events.

Connectivity and Compatibility

• 6G-SDI inputs and outputs with fill and key outputs for advanced live production workflows.
• HDMI output for connection to televisions and projectors.
• USB connection supports webcam mode, enabling the device to function as a broadcast-quality video source for software like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype, and live streaming applications such as Open Broadcaster and XSplit Broadcaster.
• Compatible with popular post-production software including DaVinci Resolve, Apple Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, Fusion, and Adobe After Effects.
• Files are recorded in standard formats allowing direct editing without transcoding or conversion.

Additional Professional Features

• Audio meters display 2, 4, 8, or 16 channels simultaneously with selectable VU or PPM ballistics.
• Machined metal search dial with clutch for precise control over playback and recording.
• Built-in timecode and sync generators enable synchronization of multiple units for multi-channel recording or digital signage arrays.
• Supports ProRes 4444 for fill and key playback, enabling advanced compositing workflows.
• Optional M.2 flash disk upgrade available for 4K Pro model to provide record cache, preventing dropped frames when using slower media or external disks.

Design and Form Factor

The HyperDeck Studio HD Pro features a full rack design with robust build quality, including a machined metal search dial. It offers broadcast-style front panel controls and extensive rear panel connectivity, making it suitable for professional studio environments.