Blackmagic UltraStudio Express Recorder 3G

Professional USB4 Video Capture

The Blackmagic UltraStudio Express Recorder 3G is a compact, pocket-sized solution for high-quality video capture. Designed for broadcasters and content creators, it features high-speed USB4 connectivity, allowing you to capture broadcast-quality video directly to your Mac, Windows, or Linux computer. Because it is powered via the USB connection, it is the perfect tool for mobile workflows, drawing power directly from your laptop battery.

Versatile SDI and HDMI Inputs

Equipped with both 3G-SDI and HDMI connections, this model supports all common SD and HD video standards up to 1080p60. Whether you are archiving from legacy broadcast decks, recording from game consoles, or live streaming, the UltraStudio Express Recorder 3G ensures maximum flexibility. It supports 10-bit uncompressed and compressed formats, providing four times the color precision of standard 8-bit video for seamless VFX compositions and superior color grading.

Broad Software Integration

This capture device is fully compatible with the DeckLink API, ensuring it works with almost all professional video software. It is an ideal choice for live streaming with Open Broadcaster (OBS) or professional editing in DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and Adobe Premiere Pro. For custom workflows, a free developer SDK is available for Mac, Windows, and Linux, providing both high-level interfaces and low-level hardware control.