Blackmagic Launches New HD8 Switcher.


Today Blackmagic has announced the latest model in the live production switcher family with the:
ATEM Television Studio HD8.


Blackmagic say "The new ATEM Television Studio HD is a professional live production switcher built into a broadcast control panel so it can be used for high end work while being extremely portable.

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This means customers can use it in small venues that don't have the access for equipment racks or broadcast vans.

Offering a comprehensive portable solution it features:

  • All-in-one switcher and control panel design.
  • Supports connecting up to 8 x SDI cameras.
  • Wide range of professional video effects included.
  • Internal media for stills and motion graphics.
  • 4 ATEM Advanced Chroma Keyers for green/blue screen work.
  • Includes SuperSource multi layer processor with 4 DVEs.
  • 8 x standards converted 3G-SDI inputs.
  • 9 x 3G-SDI program video outputs and 2 x 3G-SDI aux outputs.
  • Audio mixer supports limiter, compressor, 6 band EQ and more!
  • 16 way multiview for monitoring all cameras on a single monitor.
  • Live stream via Ethernet or mobile phones via USB.
  • Records to USB flash disks or optional internal cloud storage.
  • USB output operates as a webcam and supports all video software.
  • ISO model supports recording all video inputs for later editing.
  • ISO model records a DaVinci Resolve project file.
  • Supports remote internet-connected cameras on ISO model.
  • Includes free ATEM Software Control for Mac and Windows.
  • Localized for 13 popular languages.Expands audio inputs with ATEM Microphone Converter.
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For full details on the product including pricing and where to buy, visit the official Blackmagic Website:

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NEW Blackmagic ATEM Television Studio HD8 Flight Case

The latest flight case design for the new Blackmagic HD8 Switcher

With the announcement of the new HD8 Switcher, we have designed this brand new flight case.


Designed so you can simply lift the lid off and be ready for action. Built from high-quality 6.5mm hexaboard and foamed to suit the HD8 shape and design.

NEW Blackmagic ATEM Television Studio HD8 Flight Case