The Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad HDMI Recorder Capture Card is a professional-grade PCIe capture card engineered for broadcasters, streamers, and post-production editors who demand uncompromising 4K video ingest. Featuring four independent HDMI 2.0b inputs, it captures up to DCI 4K at 60fps and delivers 12-bit 4:4:4 color fidelity up to 4K30, ensuring every frame is pixel-perfect and ready for the most demanding color grading and compositing workflows.
Designed for maximum flexibility, the DeckLink Quad HDMI Recorder supports eight channels of 24-bit 48 kHz embedded audio and works seamlessly across macOS, Windows, and Linux workstations. Whether you are producing live streams in Wirecast or OBS, ingesting broadcast feeds, or editing in professional NLE software, its support for ProRes, DNxHD, XDCAM, AVCHD, and uncompressed formats means your files are edit-ready the moment capture is complete.
Key features
- Quad 4K HDMI Capture: Four HDMI 2.0b inputs capture up to DCI 4K60 simultaneously, ideal for multi-source live production and broadcast ingest workflows.
- 12-Bit Uncompressed Quality: Supports 12-bit 4:4:4 uncompressed video up to 4K30 for pixel-perfect accuracy, delivering superior green-screen keying and color correction with zero generational loss.
- Broadcast-Grade Audio: Eight channels of embedded 24-bit 48 kHz audio in SD, HD, UHD, and DCI 4K modes ensure professional sound quality across every recording.
- Wide Format & Color Space Support: Captures in ProRes, AVCHD, XDCAM, DNxHD, and uncompressed formats with Rec. 601, Rec. 709, and Rec. 2020 color spaces for broad editorial compatibility.
- Switchable Input Modes: Each HDMI input is independently switchable between SD, HD, UHD 4K, DCI 4K, and DVI modes, offering versatile connectivity for any signal source.
- Cross-Platform PCIe Card: Fully compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux workstations and integrates with leading software including Wirecast, vMix, OBS, and Cinegy Capture Pro.
Specifications
| Interface | PCIe |
|---|---|
| Inputs | 4 x HDMI 2.0b |
| Maximum Capture Resolution | DCI 4K at 60fps |
| Color Depth | Up to 12-bit 4:4:4 (up to 4K30 in all modes) |
| Audio | 8-Channel, 24-Bit, 48 kHz Embedded Audio |
| Supported Video Formats | ProRes, AVCHD, XDCAM, DNxHD, Uncompressed |
| Color Space Support | Rec. 601, Rec. 709, Rec. 2020 |
| OS Compatibility | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| HDMI Input Modes | Switchable: SD, HD, UHD 4K, DCI 4K, DVI |
Frequently asked questions
How many cameras or sources can the DeckLink Quad HDMI Recorder capture at once?
The DeckLink Quad HDMI Recorder features four HDMI 2.0b inputs, allowing you to capture from up to four independent sources simultaneously at resolutions up to DCI 4K60.
Does the Blackmagic DeckLink Quad support uncompressed 4K recording?
Yes. The DeckLink Quad supports up to 12-bit 4:4:4 uncompressed video capture at resolutions up to 4K30 in all modes, ensuring pixel-for-pixel accuracy with no generational quality loss.
Is the DeckLink Quad HDMI Recorder compatible with streaming software like OBS or Wirecast?
Yes. The card is compatible with major streaming and production applications including Wirecast, vMix, and OBS, as well as professional ingest tools such as Cinegy Capture Pro, Metus Ingest, and Softron MovieRecorder, on macOS, Windows, and Linux.
