Magewell debuts the new USB Capture SDI 4K Pr at NAB

Magewell launches its new USB Capture SDI 4K Pro during NAB 2025 in Las Vegas. This small plug-and-play device allows computers to capture SDI signals up to 4K resolution at 60 fps over standard USB 3.2.

USB Capture SDI 4K Pro is the latest in a long line of high-quality USB Capture products. Capable of capturing SDI signals up to 4096x2160 (including 3840x2160 Ultra HD) at 60 fps with fidelity quaver 4:2:2 Through the USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 interface, the USB Capture SDI 4K Pro provides seamless video capture with a minimum CPU usage and without external power supply.

With a long list of capabilities, the USB Capture SDI 4K Pro does much more than 4K. The unit can accept many different video formats from up to 12G o frame rates up to 240 fps. In addition to video, the device can capture 2 channels of integrated audio or analog audio via a 3.5mm line-in interface. Integrated audio can also be output and output via the 3.5mm line-out interface. The drive is FPGA-based and does not make any demands on the PC's CPU, but requires a 20Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connection for maximum performance.

The USB Capture SDI 4K Pro offers a driver-free setup and automatic input signal format detection for true plug-and-play operation, with support for Windows, MacOS, Linux and ChromeOS. Additionally, it includes Magewell's free USB Capture Utility software, which allows you to configure capture-related parameters, update firmware, and log.

“The USB Capture SDI 4K Pro is a high-performance device that carefully manages bandwidth to achieve amazing signal quality,” said James Liu, vice president of engineering at Magewell. “This is a wonderful addition to the USB Capture family that will allow professionals and creatives to work at higher resolutions as they continue to push the boundaries of technology with their skills.”