Blackmagic UltraStudio Mini Recorder 12G

The Blackmagic UltraStudio Mini Recorder 12G is a compact professional video capture solution designed to bring broadcast quality SDI and HDMI sources directly into modern Thunderbolt based workflows. Built for content creators, broadcasters, live production teams and post production professionals, this compact interface delivers reliable video acquisition with support for the latest Ultra HD standards while maintaining exceptional portability. Designed as an input focused device, this model features both 12G SDI and HDMI capture connections, allowing users to ingest video from cameras, switchers, broadcast decks and gaming consoles with ease. Support for multi rate operation ensures compatibility across SD, HD and Ultra HD formats up to 2160p60, making it suitable for a wide range of production environments and future ready workflows. A single Thunderbolt 4 connection provides both data transfer and power, simplifying installation and reducing cable clutter. The high bandwidth of Thunderbolt technology enables professional quality capture while supporting advanced frame buffer formats and modern production requirements. Whether deployed in a production studio, editing suite or mobile live streaming setup, the compact design makes transportation and installation effortless. This solution integrates seamlessly with leading creative and broadcast applications including DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Avid Media Composer and numerous streaming and AI processing platforms. It is particularly suitable for high quality live streaming, content recording, media archiving and ingest workflows. The included software package provides immediate access to media capture and hardware management tools, ensuring quick deployment in professional environments. Broad codec support includes Apple ProRes, DNxHD, DNxHR, AVC Intra, XDCAM, HEVC, AVCHD and uncompressed formats, allowing integration into virtually any professional production pipeline. Advanced processing supports professional colour spaces such as Rec. 601, Rec. 709 and Rec. 2020, while HDR workflows benefit from HLG, PQ and HDR metadata support. The result is a versatile capture interface capable of meeting the demands of modern broadcast, streaming and post production facilities.