Blackmagic Design ATEM Constellation 8K Powerful Switcher

With the ATEM Constellation 8K Powerful Switcher, you can elevate your live production capabilities to new heights. This Ultra HD live production switcher is packed with an array of features that, when combined, transform it into an incredibly powerful 8K switcher. It boasts 4 M/Es, 40 x 12G-SDI inputs, 24 x 12G-SDI aux outputs, 4 DVEs, 16 Keyers, 4 media players, 4 multi viewers, 2 SuperSource, and standards conversion on every SDI input.

When switched to 8K, all these features amalgamate to create a formidable 8K switcher. It also includes built-in talkback and a professional 156 channel Fairlight audio mixer with EQ and dynamics. This audio mixer is so expansive, it can connect and utilize a full Fairlight audio console.

The ATEM Constellation 8K is an ideal upgrade for ATEM Television Studio and is designed to handle massive live events. Its multitude of inputs make it perfect for concerts and music festivals, allowing for comprehensive stage coverage. Live sports also benefit from the numerous inputs and four DVEs that enable the creation of multi-layer compositions to cover the action.

The ATEM Constellation 8K is equipped with powerful internal graphics and four ATEM Advanced Chroma Keyers, providing everything you need for complex program production. It's also an excellent choice for house of worship programming, offering professional results with a simple learning curve for volunteer crews.

This Ultra HD switcher is future-ready, designed to work in native 8K. It offers the power of 40 independent 12G-SDI inputs when working in HD or Ultra HD, and these 40 inputs transform into 10 Quad Link 12G-SDI 8K inputs when switched to 8K. Each input also features up and cross conversion, allowing you to instantly switch between 720p, 1080p, 1080i, Ultra HD, and 8K video standards.

The ATEM Constellation 8K is a compact 2RU rack mount design with a built-in control panel, allowing for easy operation during setup or emergency use. It also includes a large LCD for program output viewing and switcher setting changes via on-screen menus. Despite its compact size, the switcher has a massive 40 x 12G-SDI inputs, 24 x 12G-SDI aux outputs, plus balanced audio, Ethernet, RS-422 control, and MADI digital audio extra inputs to the internal Fairlight audio mixer.

The ATEM Constellation 8K is designed for quiet operation, featuring an innovative high-efficiency thermal system and three low-speed cooling fans. It offers full front panel control, allowing for easy operation and transition control. It also supports professional talkback with engineering and production loops, plus an XLR talkback headset connection.

With the ATEM Constellation 8K, you get 40 independent 12G-SDI inputs, each with its own dedicated up and cross converter. It also features 24 independently routable 12G-SDI outputs that can be fully customized. The built-in multi views let you monitor multiple sources in a single monitor, and all external inputs and all internal sources can be routed to any view.

The ATEM Constellation 8K includes a wide range of broadcast quality 8K native transitions such as mix, dip, wipe, and more. It also features 4 independent Ultra HD DVEs that all work together as a single full resolution 8K DVE when you switch to 8K formats.

The ATEM Constellation 8K also features built-in talkback for seamless crew communication and an internal media pool for storing broadcast quality RGBA graphics and animations. With the ATEM Constellation 8K, you get a powerful, versatile, and future-ready live production switcher.