Blackmagic Design ATEM Television Studio 4K8

• 8x 12G-SDI inputs for Ultra HD (4K) up to 60p
• Integrated live streaming and recording
• Multiview monitoring for all sources and program output
• Real-time transitions, effects, and keyers
• USB-C for direct external disk recording
• Built-in Fairlight audio mixer with advanced audio controls
• ATEM Software Control for remote operation
• Redundant power supply for reliability

The Blackmagic Design ATEM Television Studio 4K8 is an advanced live production switcher designed for high-end 4K Ultra HD broadcasts and streaming. With its comprehensive feature set, this switcher is ideal for professionals in broadcasting, live event production, and corporate streaming environments that demand high-resolution video and seamless multi-camera workflows.

One of the standout features of the ATEM Television Studio 4K8 is its support for Ultra HD, with 8x 12G-SDI inputs that allow for high-quality 4K video switching at up to 60 frames per second. Each input is equipped with built-in frame re-synchronization, ensuring smooth, synchronized video feeds from various cameras or video sources, regardless of format. This makes it perfect for demanding live productions, such as concerts, sports broadcasts, conferences, and other events where video quality is paramount.

The switcher’s built-in live streaming capability allows you to stream your program in real-time to popular platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, or custom RTMP servers. This makes it easy to broadcast live events without needing additional hardware, providing a seamless workflow from production to streaming in Ultra HD resolution.

In addition to live streaming, the ATEM Television Studio 4K8 offers recording capabilities directly to external USB-C storage devices. This enables recording of the entire live production in high-quality 4K video, ensuring your footage is ready for post-production, editing, or archiving. Recording can be done simultaneously with streaming, providing maximum flexibility for content creators.

The switcher also features built-in multiview monitoring, which allows operators to view all 8 inputs, preview, and program output on a single screen. The multiview interface can be customized to display audio meters, tally indicators, and more, providing complete control over the live production. This is particularly useful in live events where managing multiple camera angles and sources is essential for smooth production workflows.

Audio is equally important in any broadcast or live production, and the ATEM Television Studio 4K8 excels with its integrated Fairlight audio mixer. This advanced mixer supports multiple audio channels, including embedded SDI audio and external inputs, offering full control over equalization, dynamics, and audio levels. The powerful audio processing features ensure that your live production sounds as good as it looks, making it suitable for professional broadcast environments, concerts, or corporate events where audio clarity is crucial.

The ATEM Television Studio 4K8 supports a wide range of real-time transitions and broadcast-quality effects, such as wipes, fades, and keyers for overlays and chroma keying. Whether you need to insert lower thirds, logos, or create complex picture-in-picture effects, the switcher provides professional-level control over your visuals, ensuring a polished, high-quality broadcast.

For remote operation, the switcher is compatible with ATEM Software Control, which provides a comprehensive interface for managing the switcher from a computer or laptop. This software offers full control over inputs, transitions, audio mixing, and more, allowing multiple operators to manage different aspects of the production. This is ideal for larger teams where collaboration is needed, or for productions where remote control of the switcher is necessary.

The ATEM Television Studio 4K8 is also equipped with redundant power supplies, providing additional reliability for critical live broadcasts. In the event of a power failure, the switcher automatically switches to the backup power supply, ensuring uninterrupted operation during live events where downtime is not an option.

This switcher is designed for professional use in a wide variety of applications. Broadcasters can use it to handle multi-camera 4K productions for TV and live streaming. Corporate users can benefit from its high-quality production features for large-scale events, webinars, or live presentations. Educational institutions and houses of worship will appreciate the ease of use combined with professional output quality, making it suitable for everything from online lectures to live sermons.

Video I/O:

• SDI Video Inputs: 8 x 12G-SDI (with re-sync and standards conversion)
• SDI Video Outputs: 10 x 12G-SDI Aux outputs
• SDI Rates: 12G-SDI, supports HD and Ultra HD up to 2160p60
• HDMI Output: 1 for multiview
• Program Output: 1 x 12G-SDI

Audio I/O:

• Audio Inputs:
  • 2 x XLR balanced analog
  • 1 x BNC 32-channel MADI digital audio
  • 2 x RCA stereo analog
  • 1 x 5-pin XLR for talkback
• Audio Outputs:
  • 4 x 1/4" Jack analog
  • 1 x BNC 64-channel MADI digital audio
  • 1 x 5-pin XLR Talkback

Processing:

• Audio Mixer: 58-channel Fairlight audio mixer with parametric EQ, compressor, limiter, and more.
• Video Processing: Supports real-time re-sync and conversion on all inputs.
  • Video Standards: Supports 720p, 1080i, 1080p, and Ultra HD 2160p formats.

Recording and Streaming:

• Recording: H.264 MP4 recording via USB-C or optional internal storage.
• Streaming: Supports RTMP streaming via Ethernet.

Multiview and Monitoring:

• Multiview Outputs: 1 x 12G-SDI and 1 x HDMI, supports HD and Ultra HD resolutions with configurable views.

Control and Connectivity:

• Control Interface: Built-in broadcast control panel, Ethernet for remote control.
• Remote Camera Control: Supports tally, talkback, and camera control for Blackmagic cameras.

Power:

• Power Supply: Internal 100-240V AC with IEC C14, plus 12V DC via 4-pin XLR.
• Power Usage: 120W

Form Factor:

• Installation: Desktop or rack-mountable.