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TRUSTED PROTECTION PLANS, EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE.

Invest In Your Gear and Peace Of Mind!

Accidents happen. Protect your favorite Adorama products and purchase a protection plan to stay covered from accidental damage, mechanical or electrical failures, and more.

Repair or Replacement

Repair or Replacement

If we can’t fix it, we’ll replace it at no additional cost.

Accidental Damage

Accidental Damage

Protect your product from drops, spills, and more.

Peace of Mind

Peace of Mind

Enjoy your gear without fear. We have you covered!

Failure Protection

Failure Protection

When regular use of your product over time results in mechanical or electrical failure.

Zero Deductible

Zero Deductible

We will never charge you a deductible after the purchase of a plan.

Customer-Focused Support

Customer-Focused Support

Our claims process is simple & easy and our customer service team is happy to help.

Adorama Protect powered by Extend is available for purchase to customers in the United States. Not available for international or U.S. territories purchases. Plans on open box items do not cover pre-existing damage.
Adorama Protect plans are available for ABS clients. If you have any questions or require assistanse, please call 800-223-2500

Pioneer Electronics BDR-X13UBK Specifications

  • Color

    Black

  • Key Features

    M-DISC compatible
    PureRead 4 + & PureRead 3 +
    Custom Eco function
    Display disc information
    Easy Setting
    Honeycomb structure
    Pioneer BD Drive Utility
    Dust-resisting & sound-dampening mechanism
    Peak Power Reducer
    BDXL compatible
    Optimal Write Strategy Prediction Algorithm

  • Operating System

    Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, OS X El Capitan 10.11, macOS Sierra 10.12, macOS High Sierra 10.13, macOS Mojave 10.14, macOS Catalina 10.15, macOS Big Sur 11, macOS Monterey 12, macOS Ventura 13

  • Processor

    Intel Core 2 Duo E6750 (2.66MHz), AMD Phenom 9450 (2.1GHz) or faster

  • Video

    Intel G45, NVIDIA GeForce 8600GT, AMD Radeon HD2600 or faster

  • Display

    HDCP compliant display required for Blu-ray playback, 1024 x 768 minimum display resolution

  • Memory

    2GB RAM required for Blu-ray playback, 3GB RAM or greater recommended for editing HD video

  • Hard Disk Space

    5GB available space minimum, 128GB or more available space required for creating Quadruple Layer (QL) Blu-ray Discs

  • Write Support BD

    BD-R, BD-R DL, BD-R TL, BD-R QL, BD-RE, BD-RE DL, BD-RE TL, BD-R LTH, M-DISC(BD)SL, M-DISC(BD)DL, M-DISC(BD)TL

  • Write Support DVD

    DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, HighSpeed DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, M-DISC (DVD)

  • Write Support CD

    CD-R, UltraSpeed+CD-RW, UltraSpeed CD-RW, HighSpeed CD-RW, CD-RW

  • Read Support BD

    BD-ROM, BD-ROM DL, BD-R, BD-R DL, BD-R TL, BD-R QL, BD-RE, BD-RE DL, BD-RE TL, BD-R LTH, M-DISC(BD)SL, M-DISC(BD)DL, M-DISC(BD)TL

  • Read Support DVD

    DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM DL, DVD-Video, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, M-DISC(DVD)

  • Read Support CD

    CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, Photo CD, Video CD, CD-DA, CD-Extra, CD-Text, CD-R, CD-RW

  • Interface

    USB 3.2 Gen1/2.0

  • Maximum Write Speed (BD)

    BD-R: 16x
    BD-R DL: 14x
    BD-R TL: 8x
    BD-R QL: 6x
    BD-R (LTH): 8x
    BD-RE: 2x
    BD-RE DL: 2x
    BD-RE TL: 2x
    M-DISC(BD) SL: 6x
    M-DISC(BD) DL: 8x
    M-DISC(BD) TL: 6x

  • Maximum Write Speed (DVD)

    DVD-R: 16x
    DVD-R DL: 8x
    DVD-RW: 6x
    DVD+R: 16x
    DVD+R DL: 8x
    DVD+RW: 8x
    DVD-RAM: 5x
    M-DISC(DVD): 6x

  • Maximum Write Speed (CD)

    CD-R: 48x
    CD-RW: 24x

  • Maximum Read Speed (BD)

    BD-ROM: 12x
    BD-ROM DL: 8x
    BD-R: 12x
    BD-R DL: 8x
    BD-R TL/QL: 6x
    BD-R(LTH): 8x
    BD-RE: 10x
    BD-RE DL: 6x
    BD-RE TL: 4x
    M-DISC(BD) SL: 12x
    M-DISC(BD) DL: 8x
    M-DISC(BD) TL: 6x

  • Maximum Read Speed (DVD)

    DVD-ROM: 16x
    DVD-ROM DL: 12x
    DVD-R: 16x
    DVD-R DL: 12x
    DVD-RW: 12x
    DVD+R: 16x
    DVD+R DL: 12x
    DVD+RW: 12x
    DVD-RAM: 5x
    M-DISC(DVD): 16x

  • Maximum Read Speed (CD)

    CD-ROM: 48x
    CD-R: 48x
    CD-RW: 40x

  • Data Buffer

    4MB

  • Mounting Orientation

    Horizontal or Vertical

  • AC Input Power

    AC 120V, 60Hz

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    6.29 x 1.95 x 8.65" (160 x 50 x 220mm)

  • Weight

    2.4 lbs (1.1kg)

  • UPC Code

    884938502412

About Pioneer Electronics BDR-X13UBK

Enhance your digital storage capabilities with the sleek and reliable BDR-X13UBK USB 3.2 Gen1 External BD/DVD/CD Writer from Pioneer. This high-quality device is designed to read and write a variety of media types, including Blu-ray, CD, DVD discs, and M-Discs, making it a versatile addition to your tech arsenal.

The BDR-X13UBK is a testament to Pioneer's reputation for producing durable and high-performance electronics. It leverages proprietary Pioneer technology to deliver high reliability and a 16x BD-R writing speed. This stylish black device is not only aesthetically pleasing but also designed for optimal functionality, offering dust resistance and quiet performance.

Ideal for recording and playback of audio and video content, this external writer supports BDXL and M-DISC formats. It is compatible with BD-R Triple Layer (TL) 100GB media, BD-R Quadruple Layer (QL) 128GB media, and BD-RE Triple Layer (TL) 100GB media, as well as conventional Blu-ray discs (Single Layer (SL) 25GB media and Dual Layer (DL) 50GB media).

The BDR-X13UBK also features Pioneer's PureRead 3+ function, which minimizes the occurrence of error data interpolation when importing (ripping) audio CDs. This ensures a better music experience and high-quality data storage. The device also includes a Custom Eco function, which helps reduce power consumption, making it an energy-efficient choice.

This external writer is equipped with Pioneer's Optimal Write Strategy Prediction Algorithm, which ensures stable writing even on discs without a set write strategy. It also features a Disc Resonance Stabilizer, which uses airflow from disc rotation to reduce disc vibration and increase writing accuracy.

The BDR-X13UBK is designed for easy connection to your computer via USB, making it a convenient solution for burning data, music, and video content to various types of discs. Whether you're a professional needing reliable data storage or a tech enthusiast looking for a versatile media writer, the BDR-X13UBK is a solid choice.

Please note that this product comes with a free download of CyberLink Media Suite 10 for Windows OS, which includes a range of software for BD/DVD playback, disc writing, video editing, label design & printing, photo editing, and audio editing for video.

Pioneer Electronics BDR-X13UBK Features

  • Up to 16x maximum write speed on BD-R media
  • PureRead 3+
  • Compatible with the USB 3.2 Gen1 / 2.0 for high-speed data transfer and stable power supply
  • Simple matte body
  • Up to 6x writing on M-DISC(BD) SL and M-DISC(DVD)
  • Windows 11 / macOS Monterey 12 / macOS Ventura 13 Compatible
  • Windows Software, CyberLink Media Suite 10 is included (available for download free of charge)

Key Features

  • High-performance external BD/DVD/CD writer with USB 3.2 Gen1 connectivity
  • Compatible with a wide range of media types, including Blu-ray, CD, DVD, and M-Discs
  • Features Pioneer's proprietary technology for high reliability and 16x BD-R writing speed
  • PureRead 3+ function for minimized error data when importing audio CDs
  • Energy-efficient Custom Eco function to reduce device power consumption

What's in the box:

  • Pioneer BDR-X13UBK USB 3.2 Gen1 External BD/DVD/CD Writer (Black)
  • 3.3' USB Type A to Type-B Cable
  • 3.1' AC Adapter
  • 1.8' Power Cord
  • 4x Insulator for Horizontal Placement
  • 8x Insulator for Vertical Placement
  • CyberLink Media Suite 10 Software Bundle for Windows
  • Application Download Key
  • Pioneer 1 Year Limited Warranty