Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite TB3 Quad

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Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite TB3 Quad

Universal Audio

UAD-2 Satellite TB3 Quad

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 473968
Model: UAD-2 Satellite TB3 Quad
Price: $547.80

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The UAD-2 Satellite TB3 Quad is a brilliant solution for producers and engineers who want the UAD sound without bogging down their main computer. It’s a powerhouse that frees up your CPU, letting you run tons of plugins – seriously, tons – with pristine audio quality. This is ideal for those running complex orchestral arrangements, massive parallel processing chains, or just needing a super clean recording environment.

Product Description

  • Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite TB3 Quad
  • Thunderbolt DSP system
  • With 4x SHARC processors to calculate the UAD plug-ins without loading the CPU of the host computer
  • 2 Thunderbolt 3 connectors
  • Combination with other UAD-2 devices possible
  • Includes Analog Classics Plus Bundle
  • Suitable bag: Art.#478690# (not included)

*Note:* Thunderbolt cable not included

PROS
  • • Offloads significant CPU load, enabling complex UAD plugin chains
  • • Quad SHARC processors provide ample DSP power for demanding workflows
  • • Thunderbolt 3 connectivity ensures low latency and high bandwidth
  • • Expandable architecture allows chaining with other UAD Satellites for even more power
CONS
  • • Requires a Thunderbolt 3 equipped host computer for operation
  • • Can be expensive, especially when factoring in UAD plugins
  • • Adds another device to your signal chain, potentially increasing cable clutter

Product Video

Key Features

Inputs 8 analog, 2 stereo ADAT optical
Outputs 8 analog, 2 ADAT optical
DSP Power Quad SHARC processors
Max Sample Rate 192kHz
Connection Thunderbolt 3
Weight Approximately 7 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Units link via Thunderbolt, essentially pooling their DSP resources; however, the host computer must still recognize each Satellite individually and there’s a maximum chain length.
It's a solid foundation covering essential vintage gear, but your plugin needs will dictate whether other bundles offering more specialized tools would be a better investment.
With proper driver settings and a reasonably powerful host computer, latency remains impressively low, typically under 5ms even with substantial processing – a significant advantage over CPU-bound systems.

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