ATEM Television Studio HD8 is a live production switcher with a built-in broadcast control panel – a whole television studio in one portable desk for halls, clubs, schools and compact broadcast vans. It offers eight standards-converted 3G-SDI inputs, two aux outputs and eight program outputs for cameras, hardware streaming, recording of the program to USB…
ATEM Television Studio HD8 is a live production switcher with a built-in broadcast control panel – a whole television studio in one portable desk for halls, clubs, schools and compact broadcast vans. It offers eight standards-converted 3G-SDI inputs, two aux outputs and eight program outputs for cameras, hardware streaming, recording of the program to USB disks, multiview, a 58-channel audio mixer, four ATEM Advanced Chroma Key, talkback and Blackmagic Cloud support.
ATEM Television Studio HD8 combines a switcher, a broadcast control panel with T-bar, an audio mixer, multiview, streaming and recording in one unit that fits even where there is no room for racks.

Switcher, control panel, audio mixer, talkback, multiview, streaming encoder and recorder in one chassis with built-in 100–240 V AC mains power and a backup 12 V DC input.
The desk fits into small clubs, halls and compact broadcast vans; for stability it can even be mounted inset into a desk.
The Mac and Windows app gives access to every switcher feature; over Ethernet several computers can connect at the same time.
The front panel uses the same buttons as large broadcast switchers: program and preview rows with LCD labels, a select bus for keyer and DVE sources, ten macro buttons, a T-bar for manual transitions, record and stream buttons and direct switching of two aux outputs. Audio control has its own LCD with level metering and rotary knobs.

Each of the eight 3G-SDI inputs has its own standards converter and re-sync, so 720p, 1080i and 1080p sources can be mixed. Connect cameras with SDI outputs such as Blackmagic Studio Camera or Blackmagic URSA Broadcast G2, as well as recorders and other sources.

A source is set up on the preview row and goes to air only with the CUT or AUTO button, so mistakes are caught before viewers see them; for volunteers a simpler A/B mode can be selected. Transitions include mix, dip to color, SMPTE wipes, DVE squeeze and push, graphic wipe and stinger.

The DVE creates picture in picture with borders, shadows and lighting in real time. SuperSource layers four extra DVEs over a media pool or live background into a separate input – perfect for interviews with several guests within one graphic.

The ATEM Advanced Chroma Key keyers remove green or blue backgrounds; a color picker sets the parameters automatically and foreground correction matches the layers. Two media players with fill and key draw on a pool of 20 stills and clips of up to 400 frames in 720p or 200 in 1080p for animations and stingers.

The 58-channel mixer has separate channels for every SDI input and for the XLR, RCA and MADI inputs; each offers a 6-band parametric EQ, compressor, limiter, expander and noise gate and is controlled from the panel or ATEM Software Control. Talkback accepts a 5-pin headset and connects via RJ45 to systems such as ClearCom or RTS; MADI adds microphones with ATEM Microphone Converter.

The multiview on the SDI and HDMI outputs shows up to 16 windows in 16, 13, 10, 7 or 4 layouts – inputs, program, preview, media players and SuperSource with tally, labels and audio meters. Status views track recording, streaming and the mixer.

The built-in hardware encoder streams via RTMP to YouTube, Facebook or Twitch over Ethernet or through a 4G/5G phone connected to USB. USB-C appears to a computer as a 1080p webcam, so the program goes straight into Zoom, Teams or OBS.

The program is recorded as H.264 MP4 with AAC audio to USB disks on the two USB-C ports or to optional internal M.2 memory; when one disk is full, recording continues on the next. It is started with buttons on the panel, its status shows in the multiview and recordings can sync via Blackmagic Cloud.

The 100–240 V AC mains supply is built into the unit, so there is no external adapter to carry; the 4-pin XLR 12 V DC input serves as backup or for running from batteries. The electronics are modular – a technician can swap the connector board after removing the bottom cover.

The rear carries AC and 12 V DC power, reference, timecode and MADI on BNC, two USB-C ports, RS-422 remote control, RJ45 for external talkback, a 4-port Ethernet switch, eight 3G-SDI inputs, twelve SDI outputs including two aux, program and multiview, HDMI multiview, analog audio outputs, an RCA stereo input, two XLR inputs and 5-pin talkback.

The desk measures 585.2 × 375.2 × 161.2 mm and weighs 6.76 kg; it can stand on a desk or be mounted inset into the desk top.

The Blackmagic Design ATEM Television Studio HD8 is a powerful professional live production switcher designed for broadcasting, live streaming, studio production, and multicamera event coverage. Combining advanced switching capabilities, audio processing, streaming, graphics handling, and camera control into a compact all-in-one solution, it provides everything needed for modern live productions.
Equipped with eight independent 3G-SDI inputs supporting up to 1080p60 video, the HD8 allows connection of multiple cameras and video sources simultaneously. Each SDI input includes its own standards converter, enabling sources with different HD formats to operate together seamlessly without requiring external conversion equipment.
The ATEM Television Studio HD8 includes advanced broadcast features such as ATEM Advanced Chroma Keyers, DVE effects, transitions, picture-in-picture support, media players, and graphics storage. The integrated media pool supports broadcast-quality graphics with alpha channels for layered effects and transparent overlays.
A built-in Fairlight 58-channel professional audio mixer delivers extensive audio control and routing capabilities. Embedded SDI audio channels can be manually assigned to program and auxiliary outputs, while MADI audio output support enables direct integration with external professional audio systems.
The redesigned front panel features professional broadcast-style controls, source selection buttons, dedicated recording and streaming controls, an LCD display with live audio metering, and a built-in T-bar for manual transitions. Additional advanced configuration and media management are available using the included ATEM Software Control software for macOS and Windows.
The built-in hardware streaming engine allows direct streaming to online platforms such as YouTube without requiring additional streaming hardware or software. USB webcam output also enables easy integration with conferencing applications and streaming platforms.
The ATEM Television Studio HD8 is compatible with Blackmagic Cloud, allowing media and recordings to be shared remotely for collaborative workflows across production teams.
Key Features
| Manufacturer: | Blackmagic Design |
| Category: | Switchers |
| Encoder video input | 8 × 3G-SDI |
| Number of inputs | 8 |
| Streaming services | YouTube Live · Facebook Live |
| Switcher inputs | 3G-SDI |
| Streaming services | RTMP · Twitch |
| Switcher outputs | HDMI · 3G SDI · USB |
| Internal recording | Yes |
| Scaler on inputs | Yes |
| Resolution | HD |
| Features | Virtual studio · Recording · DSK · AUX · Chroma Key · Built-in display · PTZ camera control · Streaming via Ethernet · Audio mixing · Media player · Multiviewer |
| Control panel | Yes |
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