
Atomos
Atomos ATOMSHSTU2 Shogun Studio II 3RU Rackmount Recorder
★★★★★
Atomos Shogun Studio II delivers dual-channel 4K recording and monitoring in a broadcast-ready 3RU rackmount unit.
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Overview
Specifications
Brand
Atomos
Model
ATOMSHSTU2
Form Factor
3RU Rackmount
Monitors
Dual 7" HDR, 3000 nits
Recording Resolution
Up to 4K 60p / HD Continuous
Video I/O
4K/HD SDI & HDMI with cross-conversion
Audio I/O
Stereo XLR in/out per channel, 48V phantom power
Recording Formats
ProRes RAW, ProRes, DNxHR, CinemaDNG
Multicam Recording
Up to 4x SDI ISOs at HD 60p
Included Accessories
2x Rack ears, 5x Master II Caddies, Rubber feet, 2x IEC power cables, Cleaning cloth
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Dual-channel 4K60p recording enables simultaneous capture of two independent feeds
- Built-in dual 7-inch monitors with 3000-nit brightness allow confident on-set or studio monitoring
- Wide codec support including ProRes RAW, ProRes, DNxHR, and CinemaDNG fits diverse post-production workflows
- SDI and HDMI I/O with cross-conversion simplifies integration into mixed-format production environments
- XLR audio with 48V phantom power per channel eliminates the need for separate audio interfaces
👎 Cons
- 3RU rackmount form factor is large and not suited for portable or field production setups
- Requires compatible SSD media in Atomos Master II Caddies, adding to total system cost
- Premium price point targets professional broadcast and studio environments rather than independent creators
- Multicam ISO recording is limited to HD resolution rather than 4K
Frequently Asked Questions
How many channels can the Shogun Studio II record simultaneously?
It supports dual-channel recording, allowing you to capture two independent 4K streams at the same time.
What recording formats does the Shogun Studio II support?
It supports ProRes RAW, Apple ProRes, Avid DNxHR, and CinemaDNG (CDNG) recording formats.
What inputs and outputs does this unit provide?
It features 4K/HD SDI and HDMI inputs and outputs with cross-conversion capabilities, plus stereo XLR audio in/out per channel with 48V phantom power.
How many SDI ISO inputs does it support for multicam recording?
It supports up to four SDI ISO inputs for multicam recording at up to HD 60p.
What is included in the box?
The unit comes with rack ears and screws, five Master II Caddies for SSD media, rubber feet for desktop use, two IEC power cables, and a screen cleaning cloth.