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UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 OCTO Core DSP Accelerator

Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 OCTO Core DSP Accelerator

Model: UA-TB3SATO-C
Web Code: 15458468
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The UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt is a powerhouse DSP accelerator that gives Mac and Windows 10 users complete access to the world's most detailed and authentic analog emulation plug-ins, available exclusively on the UAD platform.

Bolstered by next-generation connectivity, UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 lets you run large professional mixes with the rich analog character of award-winning UA-developed plug-ins, including exclusive titles from Neve, Fender, Lexicon, Studer, and many more. Plus, it's backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 UA devices.

NEW Features

* Run UAD Powered Plug-Ins on compatible Thunderbolt Mac or Windows 10 systems

* Get a massive DSP boost for powering large professional mixes

* Access over 100 plug-ins from Ampex, Lexicon, Helios, Studer, Neve, Manley, Capitol Studios, API, and more

* Start mixing right away with the included Analog Classics Plus plug‑in bundle

* Get the sound of a professional analog studio "on the road," courtesy of UAD plug‑ins

* Combine with other UAD-2 devices, including UAD-2 PCIe card(s) and Thunderbolt-equipped Satellites and UA Audio Interfaces

Powerful, Expandable Processing

UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 is available in QUAD or OCTO models with either four or eight SHARC processors, respectively. It can also be integrated alongside UAD-2 PCIe DSP Accelerator cards and Thunderbolt-equipped UA Audio Interfaces, including Arrow, Apollo Twin, and Apollo X interfaces for truly scalable mixing power.

UAD Plug-In Craftsmanship

UAD plug-ins replicate the exact, sometimes quirky behavior of the most prized analog hardware in existence, bringing you rich, three-dimensional sound and harmonics "in the box."

Key Features

* Run UAD Powered Plug-Ins via Thunderbolt 3 on modern Mac and Windows 10 systems (backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 devices)

* 4 (QUAD) or 8 (OCTO) SHARC processors provide a massive DSP boost for running large professional mixes

* Access over 100 plug-ins from Ampex, Lexicon, Studer, Neve, Manley, SSL, EMT, Helios, and more

* Includes Analog Classics Plus bundle featuring Legacy editions of LA-2A Classic Audio Leveler, 1176 Classic Limiting Amplifiers, Pultec EQP-1A, Pultec Pro, and Fairchild 670 plug-ins, plus 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ, and more

* Compatible with Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Cubase, Live, and more

* Combine with other Thunderbolt-equipped UAD-2 devices including PCIe card(s), UA Audio Interfaces, and additional Satellites

* Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for daisy-chaining of Thunderbolt peripherals

UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 System Requirements

- Thunderbolt 3 cable (not included)

- Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins

- Compatible plug-in host DAW software

- 6 gigabytes available storage

MAC:

- Available Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3 port

- macOS 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra, or 10.14 Mojave

- Thunderbolt 1 and 2 connections require an Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter (not included)

WINDOWS:

- Available Thunderbolt 3 port

- Windows 10 (64-Bit Edition)

Product Condition
Brand New

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