Monoprice 139667 Blackbird 4K HDMI Matrix 4x2

The Monoprice Blackbird 4K HDMI Matrix (Model 139667) is a 4-input, 2-output matrix switcher that lets you route any of four HDMI sources to either or both of two connected displays independently. Fully compliant with HDMI 2.0b and HDCP 2.2/1.4 specifications, it supports up to 18 Gbps of bandwidth and handles video resolutions up to 4K@60Hz with full YCbCr 4:4:4 color space—delivering the sharpest 4K picture quality without chroma subsampling compromises. It also passes through up to 7.1 channels of high-definition audio, keeping surround sound intact from source to display.

Where the Blackbird matrix distinguishes itself is in its practical feature set. Audio from Output A can be de-embedded and routed to both optical and analog audio outputs, making it simple to feed a soundbar, AV receiver, or powered speakers independently from the display. Output B includes automatic downscaling to 1080p, enabling mixed-resolution environments where a 4K source needs to simultaneously feed a 4K primary display and a 1080p secondary screen. Smart EDID management with 16 preset configurations helps eliminate the blank-screen handshake failures that commonly occur when switching between sources with different resolution capabilities. An included IR remote control provides convenient switching from across the room.