Universal Audio

The UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt QUAD DSP Accelerator is a sleek, powerful way for Thunderbolt-equipped Mac users to supercharge their systems and run larger mixes filled with acclaimed UAD plug-ins. This convenient desktop unit gives you full access to UA's award-winning plug-in library, including exclusive titles from Studer, Lexicon, Neve, and more. With improved performance and reduced plug-in latency versus FireWire, UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt is a professional solution for UAD plug-ins, and an ideal DSP expander for Apollo audio interfaces.

With the included Analog Classics Plus plug-in bundle, you're ready to start mixing with legendary tube gear like the Fairchild 670 and the Pultec EQP-1A EQ. You also get a dedicated suite of powerful mixing plug-ins and UAs landmark 610-B Tube Preamp and EQ plug-in.

Features:
• Run UAD Powered Plug-Ins via blazing fast Thunderbolt 2 connection
• Access over 90 plug-ins from Ampex, Lexicon, Roland, Studer, Neve, Manley, SSL, EMT, MXR and more (sold separately)
• Allows taking UAD plug-ins on the road, mixing on Macs with Thunderbolt 1 or 2 connection
• QUAD model w/ 4 or 8 SHARC processors
• Gives native systems a DSP boost for running larger mixes, with rich, sonically complex plug-ins
• Compatible with Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Live, and more
• Combine with other UAD-2 devices, including UAD-2 PCIe card(s), and Apollo audio interfaces
• Compatible with VST, AU, RTAS, and AAX 64 plug-in formats
• Compatible with Thunderbolt-equipped Macs
• Fan-free design for silent operation

Specifications:
• Fan-less Thunderbolt 2 external enclosure w/ external power supply
• Desktop dimensions: 7" wide x 6 3/4" long x 1 3/4" high (weight: 2.24 lbs)
• 4 Analog Devices SHARC floating-point processors
• Compatible with VST, RTAS, Audio Units, and AAX 64 plug-in formats
• 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz sample rate support

System Requirements:
Mac:
• Apple Mac computer with available Thunderbolt port
• macOS 10.10 Yosemite, 10.11 El Capitan, 10.12 Sierra, or 10.13 High Sierra

Windows:
• PC computer with built-in Thunderbolt 3 via USB-C port
• Windows 10 w/Anniversary Update (64-Bit Edition)
• Qualified Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter (sold separately)

General:
• Thunderbolt 2 cable (sold separately)
• 6 gigabytes available storage
• Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
• Compatible VST, Audio Units, RTAS, or AAX 64 plug-in host DAW software
• Quad Core i7 or better processor recommended