Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 QUAD Core DSP Accelerator

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UA-TB3SATQ-C
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Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 QUAD Core DSP Accelerator
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Get the rich analog sound of UAD plug-ins over Thunderbolt.

The UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 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.

Bolstered by next-generation connectivity, UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 lets you 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. Plus, it’s backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 UA devices.

Now You Can:

  • Run UAD Powered Plug-Ins on compatible Thunderbolt Mac or Windows 10 systems
  • Get a massive DSP boost for powering large professional mixes
  • Access over 100 plug-ins from Ampex,® Lexicon,® Helios,® Studer,® Neve,® Manley,® Capitol Studios,® API, and more
  • Start mixing right away with the included Analog Classics Plus plug‑in bundle
  • Get the sound of a professional analog studio “on the road,” courtesy of UAD plug‑ins
  • Combine with other UAD-2 devices, including UAD-2 PCIe card(s) and Thunderbolt-equipped Satellites and UA Audio Interfaces

UAD: The Industry’s Most Respected Collection of Audio Plug-Ins

From serious home recordists to multi-platinum mix engineers, UAD Powered Plug-Ins have been winning over audio professionals for more than 15 years. The reason is simple. No other plug-ins so faithfully capture the sound and behavior of classic analog equipment — from rare compressors and equalizers, to vintage reverb processors and tape machines.

The UAD library features over 100 plug-ins, co-developed with the biggest brands in audio. These plug-ins can be purchased with UAD-2 hardware from retailers as part of bundled packages, or you can buy UAD plug-ins à la carte from UA’s Online Store.

Powerful, Expandable Processing

UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 is available in QUAD or OCTO models with either four or eight SHARC processors, respectively. It can also be integrated alongside UAD-2 PCIe DSP Accelerator cards and Thunderbolt-equipped UA Audio Interfaces, including Arrow, Apollo Twin, and Apollo X interfaces for truly scalable mixing power.

UAD Plug-In Craftsmanship: The Science Behind the Scenes

In developing UAD plug-ins, UA’s acclaimed engineers undertake intensive physical modeling of classic audio hardware — “rebuilding” vintage analog gear in the digital world, component by component. UAD plug-ins replicate the exact, sometimes quirky behavior of the most prized analog hardware in existence, bringing you rich, three-dimensional sound and harmonics "in the box.”

Upgrade to the Ultimate Collection of UAD Plug‑Ins

UAD Accelerators include a suite of plug-ins right out of the box, with Teletronix® LA‑2A and UA 1176 compressors, Pultec® EQs, and more. Upgrade to the UAD Ultimate Bundle to get a fully-stocked analog studio at huge savings, with over 100 exclusive titles from Neve,® Ampex,® Lexicon,® SSL,® Fender,® and more.

Features

  • Run UAD Powered Plug-Ins via Thunderbolt 3 on modern Mac and Windows 10 systems (backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 devices)
  • 4 (QUAD) or 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
  • Also available with Custom software packages featuring user-selectable plug-ins
  • Apollo X Series System Requirements
    • All
      • Thunderbolt 3 cable (not included)
      • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
      • 10 gigabytes available storage
    • Mac
      • Available Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3 port
      • macOS 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, or 11 Big Sur
      • Thunderbolt 1 and 2 connections require an Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter (not included)
    • PC
      • Available Thunderbolt 3 port
      • Windows 10 64-bit edition
  • Apollo Thunderbolt System Requirements (All Thunderbolt Apollo models except Apollo X Series)
    • All
      • Thunderbolt 2 cable (not included)
      • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
      • 10 gigabytes available storage
    • Mac
      • Available Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3 port
      • macOS 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, or 11 Big Sur
      • Thunderbolt 3 connections require an Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter (not included)
    • PC
      • Available Thunderbolt 3 port
      • Windows 10 64-bit edition
      • Qualified Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt adapter (not included)
  • Apollo SOLO System Requirements
    • Mac or Windows computer with available Thunderbolt 3 port
    • Thunderbolt 3 cable (sold separately)
    • (Mac) macOS 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, or 11 Big Sur
    • (PC) Windows 10 64-bit edition
    • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
    • 10 gigabytes available storage
  • Apollo SOLO USB System Requirements
    • PC with available built-in* USB 3 SuperSpeed (Type-A or Type-C port)
    • Intel Core i-Series or Xeon processor*
    • Windows 10 64-bit edition
    • USB 3 Type-C cable (not included)*
    • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
    • 10 gigabytes available storage
  • *Notes
    • IF-certified USB 3 SuperSpeed cable (Type-A to Type-C, or Type-C to Type-C)
    • Quad Core i7 or better recommended for optimum DAW performance
    • USB 3 adapters (such as PCIe-to-USB 3 expansion cards) are not tested
    • 2-in-1 systems (notebook/tablet) are not recommended
  • Volt System Requirements
    • Mac & PC
      • Available USB 2.0 (or higher) port
      • USB cable (included)
      • Intel, AMD, or Apple Silicon processor
      • (PC) Windows 10 64-bit edition
      • (macOS) 10.14 Mojave or later
      • Internet connection for software downloads
    • iPad & iPhone
      • iPadOS / iOS 14 or later
  • Arrow System Requirements
    • Mac or Windows computer with available Thunderbolt 3 port
    • Thunderbolt 3 cable (sold separately)
    • (Mac) macOS 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, or 11 Big Sur
    • (PC) Windows 10 64-bit edition
    • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
    • 10 gigabytes available storage
  • Apollo FireWire System Requirements
    • (PC) Windows 10 64-bit edition
    • (Mac) macOS 10.14 Mojave or 10.15 Catalina
    • Available FireWire 800 port*
    • FireWire 800 cable (included)
    • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
    • 10 gigabytes available storage
    • *On Windows systems, a qualified PCIe-to-FireWire adapter card is required
  • DSP Accelerators
    • UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 System Requirements
      • All
        • Thunderbolt 3 cable (not included)
        • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
        • Compatible plug-in host DAW software
        • 10 gigabytes available storage
      • Mac
        • Available Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3 port
        • macOS 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, or 11 Big Sur
        • Thunderbolt 1 and 2 connections require an Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter (not included)
      • PC
        • Available Thunderbolt 3 port
        • Windows 10 64-bit edition
    • UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 2 System Requirements
      • All
        • Thunderbolt 2 cable (not included)
        • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
        • Compatible plug-in host DAW software
        • 10 gigabytes available storage
      • Mac
        • Available Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3 port
        • macOS 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, or 11 Big Sur
        • Thunderbolt 3 connections require an Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter (not included)
      • PC
        • Available Thunderbolt 3 port
        • Windows 10 64-bit edition
        • Qualified Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter (not included)
    • UAD-2 Satellite USB System Requirements
      • PC with available built-in* USB 3 SuperSpeed port
      • Windows 10 64-bit edition
      • Intel Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, or Xeon processor*
      • USB 3.0 SuperSpeed cable (included)
      • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
      • Compatible plug-in host DAW software
      • 10 gigabytes available storage
    • *Notes
      • 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 connection
    • UAD-2 Satellite FireWire System Requirements
      • (PC) Windows 10 64-bit edition
      • (Mac) macOS 10.14 Mojave or 10.15 Catalina
      • Available FireWire 800 port*
      • FireWire 800 cable (included)
      • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
      • Compatible plug-in host DAW software
      • 10 gigabytes available storage
      • *On Windows systems, a qualified PCIe-to-FireWire adapter card is required
    • UAD-2 PCIe System Requirements
      • (PC) Windows 10 64-bit edition
      • (Mac) macOS 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, or 11 Big Sur
      • Available PCI Express (PCIe) slot for each UAD-2 card
      • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
      • Compatible plug-in DAW host software
      • 10 gigabytes available storage
  • Thunderbolt Option Cards
    • Thunderbolt 3 Option Card System Requirements
      • All
        • Apollo Audio Interface (Rack Model)
        • Thunderbolt 3 cable (not included)
        • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
        • 10 gigabytes available storage
      • Mac
        • Available Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3 port
        • macOS 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, or 11 Big Sur
        • Thunderbolt 1 and 2 connections require an Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter (not included)
      • PC
        • Available Thunderbolt 3 port
        • Windows 10 64-bit edition
    • Thunderbolt 2 Option Card System Requirements
      • All
        • Apollo Audio Interface (Rack Model)
        • Thunderbolt 2 cable (not included)
        • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
        • 10 gigabytes available storage
      • Mac
        • Available Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3 port
        • macOS 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, or 11 Big Sur
        • Thunderbolt 3 connections require an Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter (not included)
      • PC
        • Available Thunderbolt 3 port
        • Windows 10 64-bit edition
        • Qualified Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt adapter (not included)
More Information
Condition New
SKU UA-TB3SATQ-C
UPC 819937002670
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