Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3, OCTO Custom Overview
The Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt OCTO Custom 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.
Get the rich analog sound of UAD plug-ins over Thunderbolt — plus 3 UAD plug-ins of your choice.
The UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt OCTO Custom combines Universal Audio's most powerful DSP accelerator with a Custom software bundle that lets you choose any three UAD plug-in titles at registration.* This sleek desktop unit 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 — and backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 UA devices — UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 lets users 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.
Key Features
*Purchasers must select all 3 individual Custom Software Bundle plug-ins simultaneously, within 45 days of product registration. Purchasers failing to select all 3 plug-ins within 45 days of registration will automatically receive 3 UAD plug-ins of UA's choosing, free of charge (but no more than 3 Custom Software Bundle plug-ins total). See www.uaudio.com for complete details.
- Run UAD Powered Plug-Ins via Thunderbolt 3 on modern Mac and Windows 10 systems (backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 devices)
- 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
- Includes the Analog Classics Plus bundle plus a choice of 3, 6, or 10 individual UAD plugins, selectable during product registration
- 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)
- All:
- -Thunderbolt 3 cable (not included)
- -Internet connection to download software and authorise UAD plug-ins
- -6 GB available storage