Blackmagic Design BMD-BDLKHCPRO8K12GG2 DeckLink 8K Pro G2

Professional 8K PCIe Capture and Playback for High-End Production
The Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro G2 is a professional-grade PCIe capture and playback card purpose-built for the most demanding workflows in film, broadcast, and post-production. Designed for ultra-high-resolution formats, it features four independent bi-directional 12G-SDI connections and HDMI 2.1 support, enabling simultaneous multi-channel capture or playback in any direction—up to 8K resolution. Whether you're working in standard HD, Ultra HD, 4K DCI, or full 8K, this interface provides the bandwidth, precision, and flexibility required for cutting-edge content creation.

True Multi-Channel I/O With Flexible Configuration
Each of the four 12G-SDI connections can be independently configured for input or output, giving users the freedom to handle multiple SDI streams simultaneously. This allows for single, dual, or quad-link workflows in SD, HD, 2K, 4K, and 8K resolutions. Combined with the included free DeckLink SDK, it becomes possible to manage up to four video streams with mixed resolutions, frame rates, and color formats—making it a powerful tool for live switching, capture servers, or high-end grading pipelines.

Support for Advanced Color Resolution and Frame Rate Standards
DeckLink 8K Pro G2 is compatible with industry-leading color depths and broadcast standards, including support for 8- and 10-bit YUV 4:2:2 and 10- and 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 color spaces. The card handles Rec. 2020 color, HDR formats, and stereoscopic 3D, offering wide compatibility with next-gen production standards. It also supports frame rates up to 120 fps in HD/4K and up to 60 fps in full 8K, making it ideal for high-frame-rate sports, VFX, or cinematic work.

HDMI 2.1 Connectivity Expands I/O Flexibility
In addition to SDI, the DeckLink 8K Pro G2 includes HDMI 2.1 input and output for integration with modern displays, routers, or reference monitors. The HDMI I/O supports embedded multichannel audio, as well as formats up to 8K with HDR metadata and frame rates suitable for cutting-edge production environments. Whether you're routing to consumer-grade displays or high-end review stations, HDMI 2.1 gives you a convenient and powerful option.

Massive Audio Support With SDI and HDMI Embedding
The card supports embedded audio across all SDI and HDMI interfaces. Each 12G-SDI input or output supports up to 16 channels of embedded audio in SD/HD/2K modes and up to 64 channels in 4K/8K. HDMI offers up to 32 channels of embedded audio via FRL (Fixed Rate Link) or 8 channels in standard TMDS mode, ensuring wide compatibility across various production hardware and formats.

Reliable Performance With Tri-Sync and PCIe Gen 3 Architecture
The DeckLink 8K Pro G2 includes a tri-sync or black burst reference input for genlock applications, ensuring accurate synchronization across multi-device workflows. Built on a PCI Express Gen 3 eight-lane interface, the card delivers the throughput needed for real-time processing of uncompressed video at ultra-high resolutions. It is compatible with both 8-lane and 16-lane PCIe slots, offering installation flexibility across a range of workstations and servers.