High‑end real‑time 8K keyer with Quad Link 12G‑SDI, advanced algorithms, integrated frame stores and next‑generation color science for cinematic‑quality virtual sets and broadcast compositing.
The Blackmagic Ultimatte 12 8K is a flagship real‑time compositing processor engineered for next‑generation broadcast, virtual production and high‑end cinematic workflows. Designed around a powerful Quad Link 12G‑SDI architecture, it performs advanced chroma keying and scene compositing at full 8K resolution with exceptional precision. Ultimatte’s next‑generation algorithms and refined color science deliver highly accurate color separation, superior edge fidelity and outstanding spill suppression, maintaining clean results even in demanding conditions with shadows, fine hair detail or transparent objects. The 8K engine processes video at true 10‑bit quality and supports sub‑pixel filtering for lifelike edges and ultra‑sharp image reproduction at 4320p resolutions.
Its extensive I/O configuration includes multiple foreground, background, matte and layer inputs, each supplied with loop‑through connections for quad‑stream 8K operation. The unit supports SMPTE‑standard ancillary data, multi‑rate 12G‑SDI compatibility, and embedded audio across all channels. Built‑in frame stores allow still backgrounds, fill elements and matte layers to be loaded directly from the media pool, enabling sophisticated virtual set creation without relying exclusively on live sources. Remote control is enabled via high‑speed Ethernet or USB‑C, while the system integrates seamlessly with Ultimatte Software Control and Ultimatte Smart Remote 4 for precise multi‑unit synchronization.
Engineered for studio broadcast, live production, virtual set environments and high‑resolution film pre‑visualization, the Ultimatte 12 8K delivers unmatched real‑time keying performance that places on‑camera talent into photorealistic ultra‑high‑resolution environments with cinematic accuracy.
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reclocked SD, HD, Ultra HD, 8K for corresponding inputs.
270Mb, 1.5G, 3G, 6G, 12G.
On all inputs.
1 x BNC In, 1 x BNC Out.
Tri-Sync or Black Burst.
DE15
Up to 10Gb/s for device control and loading stills into Media Pool.
1 x USB-C 3.0 for device configuration and software updates.
525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30
2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60
4320p23.98, 4320p24, 4320p25, 4320p29.97, 4320p30, 4320p50, 4320p59.94, 4320p60
SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 425M level A and B, SMPTE 2081-1, SMPTE 2081-10, SMPTE 2082-1, SMPTE 2082-10, SMPTE 2081-12, SMPTE 2082-11 and SMPTE 2082-12.
4:2:2
10-bit
REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020.
Auto detection of SD, HD, 6G‑SDI, 12G-SDI, 2SI Quad Link 12G‑SDI, 2SI Dual Link 12G‑SDI and 2SI Quad Link 6G‑SDI.
4 x 12G-SDI In with Loop Out
4 x 12G-SDI In with Loop Out
Still from Media Pool
4 x 12G-SDI In with Loop Out
Internal Window
Still from Media Pool
4 x 12G-SDI In
Internal Window
Still from Media Pool
4 x 12G-SDI In
Internal Window
Still from Media Pool
4 x 12G-SDI In with Loop Out
Still from Media Pool
4 x 12G-SDI In with Loop Out
Internal Window
Still from Media Pool
4 x 12G-SDI
4 x 12G-SDI
4 x 12G-SDI
4 x 12G-SDI
4 x 12G-SDI
for monitor cascade
4 x 12G-SDI
For monitoring Program, Foreground Input, Background Input, Combined Matte, Internal Matte, Fill Out, Layer Input, Background Matte Input, Garbage Matte Input, Holdout Matte Input, Layer Matte Input, Processed Layer Matte, Processed Holdout Matte, Processed Garbage Matte, Processed Background Matte, Screen Correction.
TGA, TIFF, BMP, PNG, JPG.
TGA, TIFF, BMP.
TGA, TIFF, BMP, PNG, JPG.
TGA, TIFF, BMP.
TIFF, BMP, PNG, JPG.
TIFF, BMP, PNG, JPG.
6GB non-volatile internal storage.
Built in 5 inch color display for device name, video preview, audio meters and menus.
5 inch color display with 3 menu buttons and spin knob.
Network or direct Ethernet connection to a computer running Ultimatte Software Control or Ultimatte Smart Remote 4.
Ultimatte Software Control
supported on Mac™ or Windows™ computers.
Ultimatte Smart Remote 4
Ethernet protocol and GPIO pin out included in the Ultimatte instruction manual.
Using USB‑C or Ethernet connection to Mac™ or Windows™ computers.
Ultimatte IP address is set via the front panel or Ultimatte setup utility connected via USB.
Mac 13.0 Ventura,
Mac 14.0 Sonoma or later.
Windows 10, 64-bit.
Windows 11.
2 x Internal 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
218W
Ultimatte Smart Remote 4
2 rack units height.
0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
-20° to 60°C (-4° to 140°F)
0% to 90% non-condensing.
Ultimatte 12 8K
Welcome wallet with QR code for software download
1 Year Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty.
Ultimatte 12 8K
Welcome wallet with QR code for software download