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UAD-2 Live Rack Ultimate
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Realtime UAD Effects Processing, Purpose-Built for Live Sound
Live Sound Effects ServerUAD-2 Live Rack is a 16-channel Multichannel Audio Digital Interface (MADI) effects processor for crafting live mixes with Realtime UAD Processing and industry-leading UAD Powered Plug-Ins. Up to four UAD-2 Live Rack units can be combined for 64 channels of optical MADI signal processing. The system is controlled with a Mac computer via Thunderbolt and the Live Rack application, which is specifically designed for fast, easy, and safe operation during live shows. The Live Rack app is also optimized for touch control with a Mac-compatible touchscreen display. Built to withstand the rigors of live sound, users can chain up to four UAD-2 Live Rack units for up to 64 channels of MADI signal processing.
Ultimate
Each UAD-2 Live Rack unit has four SHARC DSP cores for UAD plug-in processing. UAD-2 Live Rack Ultimate includes over 90 UAD plug-ins, with exclusive titles from SSL, Studer, SSL, Neve, Manley, Lexicon, API, Fender, Moog, and many more. Configuration includes the Antares Auto-Tune Realtime plug-in, and existing UAD users can use their licensed UAD plug-ins with UAD-2 Live Rack.
Live Rack Application
With the Live Rack application, front-of-house engineers can take advantage of intuitive features such as drag and drop, copy and paste, keyboard navigation, plug-in zoom, and the ability to store and recall channel strip presets and/or complete setup configuration Snapshots. Designed for seamless operation in a live setting, the Live Rack app features large text and GUI elements making it easy to quickly tweak parameters. The Live Rack app also features MIDI snapshot recall capabilities as well as networked software integration with select Soundcraft Vi consoles.
Fail-Safe Features
UAD-2 Live Rack includes professional, fail-safe features for reliable live sound use. Redundant internal power supplies ensure that UAD-2 Live Rack will continue to process audio if one power supply fails. If the Live Rack application or computer fails, or its Thunderbolt cable is disconnected, UAD-2 Live Rack will still process audio with the last known plug-in state intact. And with the Live Rack app in Safe mode, destructive setting changes are prevented during a live show.
What's Included
• UAD-2 Live Rack hardware unit
• (2) IEC AC Power Cables (1 each, Europe & USA)
• Getting Started URL card
• Set of (4) Rack-Mount Screws
Specifications
SYSTEM I/O
Thunderbolt 3: Two ports (Thunderbolt 1 & 2 compatible)
Word Clock: One input, one output
MADI Optical Ports: One input, one output
Sample Rates (kHz): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 (one or two units) 44.1, 48 (up to four units)
Bit Depth: 24 bits per sample
System Throughput Latency: 73 samples @ 48 kHz
DIGITAL I/O
MADI Connector Type: MADI - Dual Optical SC-Plug (ISO/IEC 9314-3)
MADI Format: AES10 (64 channels)
MADI Modes @ Sample Rates of 88.2/96 kHz: Standard, Legacy
Word Clock Connector Type: BNC
Word Clock Lock Range: +/-0.5% of any supported sample rate
Word Clock Input Termination: 75 Ohms, switchable
Synchronization Sources: Internal, Word Clock, MADI
MECHANICAL
Chassis Dimension (W x D x H): 431.8 mm (17") x 304.8 mm (12") x 33.8 mm (1.3")
Height: 1U (rack-mount)
Shipping Weight (with box & accessories): 6.3 kg (14 lbs)
Weight (unit only): 4.1 kg (9 lbs)
COMPATIBILITY
Qualified Apple Mac Computers: Latest 13" MacBook Air, Latest 13" & 15'' MacBook Pro
Qualified MADI Fiber Optic Cables: Alva Suplex and Alva Duplex
MIDI Control (Snapshot Recall & Tempo): Any source in Audio MIDI Setup.app (device may require MIDI driver)
Soundcraft Vi CUE Functionality: Snapshot Store and Recall via Ethernet (requires Ethernet adapter and cable)
MADI Coaxial Format: Requires additional MADI Coaxial to Optical adapter and BNC cabling
Acer T232HL Touch Screen for single-touch control: Requires both monitor (DVI/HDMI) and USB connections to Mac
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| UAD-2 Live Rack Ultimate | 695731 |
