Blackmagic Design URSA Mini Recorder

BMD is going to love how their Ursa Mini Pro G2 is performing with the Add on SSD Recorder. Coupled with the Angelbird AV Pro 1Tb SSD, the attributes are many, and the problems, non existent from my experience. And the work flow integration, the cost savings comparatively to CFast Media, and the uninterrupted recording time, are all just so favorable. Yes, in absolute terms, the AV Pro Media SSD IS not inexpensive, by any stretch of the imagination. But when you move from raw dollar evaluation to the value of the overall contribution, it is making in so many various ways, there is no comparison in my perspective. The Anglebird AV Pro in tandem with the BMD SSD RECORDER, It is a a significant force that has been added to the Ursa Mini Pro 4.6K G2 Camera. I don't see it every being taken off my camera.

This add on SSD recorder adds to URSA's capabilities, adding yet another Format to capture your video production content. An added value proposition at that, considering SSD media is more cost affordable, with greater latitude for workflow integration then CFast or SD cards. And installation is intended from the inception, to be handled by the end user, not requiring any BMD Authorized Service. Very turnkey, especially with BMD being in front of the media evaluation, certification and purchase recommendations

I have 8 of these 4 no longer work and 2 are only a few weeks old. I get drop frame alert, and then recording stops. Others it looks fine but I hit the stop record button and the time code stops but everything stays light red like recording and the units freeze up. Only way to fix is to shut off the camera but you will lose a chuck if not all of the ssd recording. We have also found the the camera looks like it is recording and when we check we see that the timecode has stopped and the recording has to. We did some test and it all comes down to the cable. They were load tested and ALL failed the needed data transfer speeds by 50 percent or more. They do not sell a replacement cable. Blackmagic will not send you one either. They also say it will ONLY work with the short cable that comes with it. NOT TRUE. It will NOT work with any other usb c cable, even the anglebird. BUT and here is the important part. It WILL work with the Xcellon Thunderbolt 3 Cable (1.6', 40 Gb/s)#XCTB354005 MFR #TB3-540-05 with o problem. We have tested over 40 hours, on everything from h264 to 6k blackmagic raw, many start and stops and full drive recordings with no issues. I as an engineer highly recommend this recorder BUT buy 2 and replace the original cable with this thunderbolt cable and you will not have issues.Hope this saves you tons of problems like we had.

Purchased this to use with the Blackmagic 12K camera. It is relatively easy to install (be careful when removing the battery block), and the mounting bracket is sturdy and well made. The most critical point to remember is that the Recorder is entirely dependent on the SSD utilized. You can not just stick any SSD into the Recorder and expect it to record high-bandwidth 12K Blackmagic RAW files. Currently we are using the Samsung 983 DCT U.2 MZ-QLB1T9NE 1.92TB SSD - it has the speed necessary to keep up with 12K data. Overall the URSA Mini Recorder is a great accessory for the 12K camera, it is much better (and more economical) than having to shell out for C-Fast cards.

A great addition to the 12k Ursa. It gives me even more flexibility with recording media needed to challenge all the options available on the camera. Flawless.

works great with the g2. its annoying to put on but once you do it feels secure and works perfectly. i wish they make the 12K recorder version work on the g2 because the sdi cables arent my favorite.