Pioneer
Pioneer BDR-S12UHT Internal BD/DVD/CD Writer
Elevate your media experience with the Pioneer BDR-S12UHT Internal Blu-Ray Writer. This drive offers exceptional performance, supporting Ultra HD Blu-ray playback and large BDXL media up to 128GB. Achieve rapid writing speeds of up to 16x on BD-R discs. Advanced technologies like PowerRead and PureRead3+ ensure seamless playback and precise audio extraction. Designed for Windows operating systems, this internal SATA drive provides reliable performance for both archiving and media playback, making it a versatile addition to your computer setup.
$199.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
82
/ 167
#82 in Optical Drives
Price vs Category Average
+55%
Above average
Interface
SATA
/ SATA
Who it's for
- Ultra-Fast 16x BD-R Burning
- M-DISC Support for Archival Data
- Advanced Reading and Error Correction
Who should skip it
- Premium Price Point
- Internal SATA Installation Required
- High Noise Levels During Peak Operation
Key Specs
Interface
SATA
Form Factor
Internal 5.25 Inch
Compatibility
Windows OS
Write Speed
Up to 16x on BD-R single-layer discs
Supported Formats
Ultra HD Blu-ray, BDXL, DVD, CD
Shipping Weight
1.5000kg
Model Number
BDR-S12UHT
Shipping Dimensions
0.150m x 0.050m x 0.150m
Features
- Supports Ultra HD Blu-ray playback
- Handles BDXL media up to 128GB
- Up to 16x writing speed on BD-R
- Ensures smoother movie playback
- Accurate CD music extraction
- Auto Quiet mode for reduced noise
- Stable operation with Peak Power Reducer
- Wide blank media compatibility
What customers say
Customers view the Pioneer BDR-S12UHT as a premium, high-performance optical drive essential for reliable archival. The core themes are exceptional build quality and superior burning accuracy, especially with M-DISC media, establishing it as a standard for long-term data preservation. Users appreciate the efficient 16x BD-R writing speed and quieter operation compared to older models. While the drive offers low error rates and robust handling for critical backups, its high price point is a common barrier for general consumers. Satisfaction is high among those prioritizing absolute reliability and archival capability over cost, viewing this as a necessary, top-tier tool that justifies its premium status for serious Blu-ray writing needs.
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