Designed for the iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max, the raven black Angelbird Kondor Blue CFexpress Type B Modulefrom Angelbird Kondor Blue CFexpress Type B Moduleis an accessory that lets you capture ProRes 4K/60p video directly to a CFexpress Type B card. It features a 20 Gb/s USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface and attaches to the back of your phone or compatible case using MagSafe. If you don't have a compatible iPhone, it may be used with other devices that support USB-C recording and offers rig mounting using a 1/4"-20 male/female ARRI standard 3mm anti-twist pins. In addition to support for USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, the Recording Module is backward compatible with other USB standards and may be used with Thunderbolt 3 and 4 ports, although it will operate using the USB standard supported by your device.

Angelbird's Recording Module is resistant to extreme temperatures, shock, ESD, and overloads. In order to provide a more secure connection and reduce wear and tear, the Recording Module uses Solid Connect technology with a recessed internal cable connection. Included is a USB-C cable with a right angle connection on one end and a straight angle on the other.

Please note that to receive the limited 3-year warranty, you must activate your product within 30 days on purchase on Angelbird's warranty information page. If not activated within this period, the market-specific legal guarantee period comes info effect.

Designed for External Recording    For iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max    1 x CFexpress Type B Card Slot    MagSafe Compatible    1/4"-20 ARRI Standard Rig Mounting    Supports ProRes 4K/60p Recording    20 Gb/s USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 Interface    Bus Powered    Thunderbolt 3 and 4 Compatible    Shock and Temperature Proof

Angelbird's Recording Module has a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface that supports data transfer speeds of up to 20 Gb/s. It is backward compatible with other USB standards and physically compatible with Thunderbolt 3 and 4, although it will operate at the USB standard supported by your device.

With power provided by the USB interface, no additional power is needed.

The Recording Module may be attached directly to your iPhone 15 Pro & Pro Max using MagSafe, or use a case that is compatible with MagSafe. It also may also be mounted to a rig using 1/4"-20 make/female ARRI standard 3mm anti-twist pins for use with a camera that supports recording via USB-C.

The Recording Module is temperature, shock, ESD, and overload protection offer protection.

The Solid Connect recessed connection provides a secure connection point and helps to minimize wear and tear. The Recording Module includes a right to straight angle USB-C to USB-C cable.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can this read CFexpress type A cards too?

A: Yes

Q: 2. If changing the usb cable what’s the best one you can get. I assume one that is strong at sending media signal. Any examples pls

A: You could use a cable like the Kondor Blue Right-Angle USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 Cable (5", Kondor Blue), B&H # KOUSBC32RA5, to replace the USB cable that ships with the Angelbird Kondor Blue SD Recording Module (Space Gray), B&H #ANKBRMSD.

Q: 3. Is the RED branded version any different than this one?

A: There is no difference between the Angelbird CFexpress Type B MK2 Memory Card Reader and the RED branded version.

Q: 4. Can this reader read XQD and CFexpress cards?

A: Hi--this reader can only read CFexpress cards. A firmware update could theoretically make it compatible with XQD cards as well.

Q: 5. Will this reader transfer data @ 20 Gb/s via Thunderbolt on the new MacBook Pro M1 Max?

A: No, you will not get 20 Gb/s with the Angelbird CFexpress Type B MK2 Memory Card Reader connected to the current Apple MacBook Pro with M1 Max Chip. The fastest rates you would get are 10 Gb/s.

Q: 6. Is this compatible with the A7R5?

A: The Angelbird 1TB AV Pro CFexpress 2.0 Type A Memory Card is compatible with the Sony a7R V.

Q: 7. What is the MINIMUM SUSTAINED write speed (I need to know for video purposes)?

A: The Angelbird 1TB AV Pro CFexpress 2.0 Type A Memory Card has a minimum write speed of 650 MB/s.

Q: 8. I am using this with the A7RV. It always shows 9999 photo capacity. Is anyone else experiencing this issue?

A: As with any camera, there is a maximum number for the remaining photos display. From Sony's manual for the A7R V, it is stated: "Even if the number of recordable images is higher than 9 999 images, “9999” will appear." Unfortunately, there is no way to make it show any more than 9,999.

Q: 9. Is the card reader plug and play? Neither my Mojave imac or windows 10 system detected it.

A: Yes, the Angelbird CFexpress Type B MK2 Memory Card Reader does not require anything else to work.

Q: 10. Will there be options for any smaller sizes, like 160gb or 320gb

A: As of 04/24/2023, Angelbird is yet to announce this card in smaller sizes.