Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio 4K Pro angled front view

Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio 4K Pro

Name: Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio 4K Pro
Brand: Blackmagic Design
SKU: HYPERD/ST/DG4P
Price: 38807.90 ZAR
Availability: InStock

R 38,807.90

The Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio 4K Pro is a professional rackmount recorder and playback deck built for broadcast, live production, mastering and post-production workflows across SD, HD and Ultra HD formats. It combines 12G-SDI and HDMI connectivity with familiar transport controls, flexible recording media and dependable standalone operation.

Dual 2.5-inch SSD slots, dual SD card slots and USB-C external disk support give production teams practical choices for long-form recording, quick media hand-off and redundant workflow planning. The deck records H.264 for SD and HD work and H.265 for Ultra HD, while ProRes and DNx formats support high-quality production and post-production pipelines.

For installation flexibility, the full-width 1RU chassis includes dual redundant AC power supplies, 12V DC input, 10G Ethernet, RS-422 control, reference and timecode connections. Its front-panel search dial, colour display and dedicated controls allow confident operation in studios, outside broadcast systems, duplication facilities and equipment racks.

Blackmagic Design Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio 4K Pro

R 38,807.90

Technical Specifications

Video Connections

SDI Video Inputs: 1
SDI Video Outputs: 2
SDI Monitor Outputs: 1
SDI Rates: 270Mb, 1.5G, 3G, 6G and 12G
HDMI 2.0 Video Inputs: 1
HDMI 2.0 Video Outputs: 1

Audio, Timecode and Control

Built-in Speaker: Mono
Headphone Output: 1 x 6.35mm
Timecode Connections: 1 x XLR input, 1 x XLR output
Reference Connections: 1 x BNC input, 1 x BNC output; Tri-Sync or Black Burst
SDI Audio: 16 channels embedded input and output
HDMI Audio: 8 channels embedded input and output
Remote Control: 1 x RS-422 input, 1 x RS-422 output
Recorder Configuration: Front-panel interface or Blackmagic HyperDeck Ethernet Protocol

Network and Computer Interface

Ethernet: 10Gb/s
USB: 1 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 up to 10Gb/s for external recording, webcam output, configuration and updates

Recording Media

SSD Slots: 2 x 2.5-inch SATA-II or SATA-III
SD Card Slots: 2 x UHS-I/UHS-II
External Recording: USB-C drive support
Media File Systems: ExFAT or HFS+

Supported Formats

SD: 525i59.94 NTSC and 625i50 PAL
HD: 720p up to 60; 1080i up to 60; 1080p up to 60; 1080PsF formats
2K DCI: Up to 2Kp30
Ultra HD: Up to 2160p60
4K DCI: Up to 4Kp30
Video Sampling: 4:2:2 YUV
Colour Precision: 10-bit
Colour Spaces: Rec. 601, Rec. 709 and Rec. 2020
HDR Support: Hybrid Log-Gamma and ST2084 profiles

Codecs

Apple ProRes: HQ, 422, LT and Proxy QuickTime; ProRes 4444 playback supported
Avid DNx: DNxHD and DNxHR variants
H.264: SD and HD recording profiles
H.265: Ultra HD recording profiles

Control and Display

Front Panel: 16 transport and device-control buttons
Search Dial: Jog, shuttle and scroll modes with electronic clutch
Display: 2.2-inch colour LCD
External Control: RS-422, SDI start/stop, timecode run, HyperDeck Ethernet Protocol and remote FTP upload

Power and Installation

AC Power: 2 x internal 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz
DC Power Input: 1 x 4-pin XLR 12V DC
Power Usage: 100W maximum
Physical Installation: 1 rack unit

Environmental and Warranty

Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C
Relative Humidity: 0% to 90% non-condensing
Manufacturer Warranty: 1 Year Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty

Product FAQ

Can the HyperDeck Studio 4K Pro record Ultra HD?
Yes. It records Ultra HD formats up to 2160p60 and supports 4K DCI formats up to 30 frames per second.

Which recording media can I use?
The deck supports two 2.5-inch SATA SSDs, two UHS-I/UHS-II SD cards and external USB-C drives. Media compatibility and required speed depend on the chosen format and codec.

Does it support H.264 and H.265 recording?
Yes. H.264 profiles are available for SD and HD workflows, while H.265 profiles support Ultra HD recording.

Can it be controlled remotely?
Yes. Remote options include RS-422 deck control and the Blackmagic HyperDeck Ethernet Protocol. It also supports remote FTP file upload.

Why does it have two AC power inputs?
The two internal AC power supplies provide redundancy for installations where continued operation is important. A 12V DC input is also available.

Does it include SSDs or SD cards?
No recording media is listed as included by the manufacturer. Suitable SSDs, SD cards or USB-C storage must be purchased separately.

Who Is This For?

The HyperDeck Studio 4K Pro is ideal for:

• Broadcasters
• Production companies
• Post-production facilities
• Outside broadcast and mobile production units
• Live event production teams
• Houses of worship
• Universities and media schools
• Corporate AV departments
• Archive and mastering facilities
• Professional studio installations

It is particularly well suited to workflows that require reliable Ultra HD recording and playback, flexible SSD and SD media, professional timecode and reference connectivity, and fast file transfer over 10G Ethernet.

What's Included

• Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio 4K Pro

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