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Universal Audio - UAD-2 SATELLITE QUAD CORE USB3

Description

The UAD-2 Satellite USB QUAD DSP Accelerator is a sleek, powerful way for USB 3 Super Speed equipped PC 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 USB 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 UA's landmark 610-B Tube Preamp and EQ plug-in.

Features:
* USB 3 Super Speed, PC Only
* 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 PC with USB 3 Super Speed Connection
* 4 SHARC processors
* Gives native systems a DSP boost for running larger mixes, with rich, sonically complex plug-ins
* Available in Core, Custom & Ultimate packages
* 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
* Fan-free design for silent operation

Specifications:
* Fan-less USB 3.0 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 SHARC floating-point processors
* Compatible with VST, RTAS, and AAX 64 plug-in formats
* 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz sample rate support (DAW dependent)

System Requirements:
* Windows 7, 8.1, or 10 (64-Bit Editions)
* Available built-in USB 3 SuperSpeed port*
* Intel Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, or Xeon processor*
* 6 gigabytes available storage
* USB 3.0 SuperSpeed cable (included)
* Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
* Compatible VST, RTAS, or AAX 64 plug-in host DAW software

* Quad Core i7 or better recommended. 2-in-1 systems (notebook/tablet) are not recommended. USB 3 adapters (such as PCIe-to-USB 3 expansion cards) are not tested for Apollo Twin USB or UAD-2 Satellite USB connections