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Hi ya'll.

So I'm new to this, just bought Pioneer BDR-XD08B with drive details below.
If it says LibreDrive enabled, does this mean I can start ripping 4K UHD discs? Or do I still need a separate firmware for my drive to do so.
Thanks

kikkoman wrote: Thu Jan 01, 2026 8:29 pm Hi ya'll.

So I'm new to this, just bought Pioneer BDR-XD08B with drive details below.
If it says LibreDrive enabled, does this mean I can start ripping 4K UHD discs? Or do I still need a separate firmware for my drive to do so.

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Drive Information
OS device name: D:
Manufacturer: PIONEER
Product: BD-RW BDR-XD08
Revision: 1.02
Firmware date: 2022-12-27
Bus encryption flags: 1B

LibreDrive Information
Status: Enabled
Drive platform: RS9330
Firmware name: PIONEER BDR-BDS8
Firmware type: Original (unpatched)
Firmware version: 1.02
DVD all regions: Yes
BD raw data read: Yes
BD raw metadata read: Yes
Unrestricted read speed: Yes

Thanks

This drive can't read 4K UHD discs as it is not a UHD model. It can't currently be cross-flashed with the available tools as the firmware is post 11/2022. Having libredrive enabled for standard blu-ray is the best this drive can get for now.

It may be possible in the future to cross-flash so check the forum every now and then for updates.

MartyMcNuts wrote: Thu Jan 01, 2026 9:38 pm This drive can't read 4K UHD discs as it is not a UHD model. It can't currently be cross-flashed with the available tools as the firmware is post 11/2022. Having libredrive enabled for standard blu-ray is the best this drive can get for now.

Definitely still hang on to it though, because it's still a good drive. And I'm sure Mike is working on the problem too.

MrPenguin wrote: Thu Jan 01, 2026 10:21 pm

MartyMcNuts wrote: Thu Jan 01, 2026 9:38 pm This drive can't read 4K UHD discs as it is not a UHD model. It can't currently be cross-flashed with the available tools as the firmware is post 11/2022. Having libredrive enabled for standard blu-ray is the best this drive can get for now.

Definitely still hang on to it though, because it's still a good drive. And I'm sure Mike is working on the problem too.

crap...that's what I get for buying without checking forums first. bought back during Black Friday but was still expensive.
good to know though thanks.

Hi All,

this is my current drive info
what are my best options?
can I do 4K UHD by downgrading firmware or is LibreDrive with Standard 4K my best case scenario?

lomatrasu wrote: Thu Jan 22, 2026 6:12 pm Hi All,

this is my current drive info

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Drive Information
OS device name: /dev/rdisk4
Current profile: BD-ROM
Manufacturer: PIONEER
Product: BD-RW BDR-S13U
Revision: 1.05
Serial number: 
Firmware date: 2023-08-01
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 26

LibreDrive Information
Status: Enabled
Drive platform: RS9201
Firmware name: PIONEER BDR-213T
Firmware type: Original (unpatched)
Firmware version: 1.05/ID43
DVD all regions: Yes
BD raw data read: Yes
BD raw metadata read: Yes
Unrestricted read speed: Yes

what are my best options?
can I do 4K UHD by downgrading firmware or is LibreDrive with Standard 4K my best case scenario?

Nothing needs to be done. It is already ready to go. Just insert a UHD disc and rip it.

Will there be a chance in the near future to unlock BDXL drives, e.g. Pioneer BDR X13JBK, to read UHD formats? Is there anything more known yet?

Szary Kot wrote: Sun Feb 01, 2026 9:32 pm Will there be a chance in the near future to unlock BDXL drives, e.g. Pioneer BDR X13JBK, to read UHD formats? Is there anything more known yet?

Post your Makemkv info. If pre Dec. 2022 there is a chance.

I have the opportunity to purchase it. The firmware is 100% newer than 12-2022. I don't know what to do, hence my question.

Szary Kot wrote: Sun Feb 01, 2026 10:21 pm I have the opportunity to purchase it. The firmware is 100% newer than 12-2022. I don't know what to do, hence my question.

Depending on the price, is probably worth the risk anyway, even if it can never be made to read UHD as it'd be a good blu-ray ripper regardless and near impossible to find.