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Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite USB OCTO Core

UAD Plug-in Bundle with Analog Classics Plug-in Package and USB 3 8-core OCTO DSP Accelerator - PC AAX 64, VST, AU, RTAS
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VST3

Software Compatibility

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If you're using Pro Tools, AAX plug-ins (or RTAS for older versions) are what you need. Most other Mac DAWs support AU plug-ins. VST is compatible with a number of Mac and Windows programs. Be sure you choose plug-ins that work with your DAW!

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UAD-2 Custom Powered Plug-ins with USB OCTO DSP

The Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite USB OCTO Core will shift your music production into high gear. UA's next-gen DSP accelerator rocks eight SHARC processors that deliver a massive DSP boost for running huge professional mixes. Run UAD Powered plug-ins via your computer's USB connection for immediate access to the world's most authentic analog emulation plug-ins with juiced performance at higher sample rates and reduced plug-in latency. What's more, you can access over 90 optional plug-ins from Ampex, Lexicon, Studer, Neve, and more. Turbocharge your studio with Universal Audio's UAD-2 Satellite USB OCTO Core.

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Portable UAD Plug-in Power

Want to run bigger mixes packed with DSP-intensive plug-ins? Universal Audio's UAD-2 Satellite USB DSP Accelerators give you a potent, portable solution for turbocharging your USB-based studio. These desktop-friendly units connect to your USB-equipped computer and provide access to UAD Powered plug-ins (the most authentic analog emulation plug-ins on the planet), including exclusive plug-ins from Studer, Ampex, Lexicon, Neve, Manley, SSL, and many more.

Truly impressive mixing power

Sweetwater knows that when you've got a monster project with a suffocating deadline, it's what's under the hood that counts. That's why Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite USB DSP Accelerators are available in QUAD or OCTO models (with either four or eight SHARC processors), letting you customize your studio horsepower to the demands of your workflow.

Customize your studio with flexible software options

To get you up and running straight out of the box, Universal Audio offers UAD-2 Satellite USB DSP Accelerators with Core, Custom, and Ultimate software packages. The Core package gives you the Analog Classics Plus plug-in bundle, while Custom adds a choice of any three individual UAD plug-ins at registration. The Satellite USB OCTO Ultimate is Universal Audio's top-of-the-line package, with 89 UA-developed plug-ins.

Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Powered Plug-ins with USB OCTO Core DSP Accelerator Features:

  • Portable DSP Accelerator unit plus UAD plug-in package
  • Run UAD Powered Plug-Ins via USB connection on your PC
  • Juiced performance at higher sample rates; reduced plug-in latency
  • Eight SHARC processors provide a massive DSP boost for running large professional mixes
  • Includes Analog Classics Plus plug-in bundle, featuring UA 610-B Preamp and EQ, plus Legacy editions of:
  • LA-2A Classic Audio Leveler
  • 1176LN / 1176SE Classic Limiting Amplifier
  • Fairchild 670 Tube Limiter
  • Pultec Pro Equalizers
  • UA Precision EnhancerHz
  • CS-1 Precision Channel
  • RealVerb Pro plug-ins
  • Access over 90 plug-ins (sold separately) from Ampex, Lexicon, Studer, Neve, Manley, SSL, EMT, and more
  • Compatible with Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Live and more
  • Fan-free construction for quiet operation
  • VST, AU, RTAS, AAX 64 support
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Tech Specs

  • Processor: 8 x SHARC Processors
  • Connectivity Type: USB 3.0
  • Platform: PC
  • Format: AAX 64, VST, VST3
  • Hardware Requirements - PC: Quad Core i7 or higher recommended, USB 3.0 port
  • OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 or later
  • Height: 1.75"
  • Width: 7"
  • Depth: 6.75"
  • Weight: 2.24 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: USBSATO-C

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Great product!

The installation was super easy after downloading the drivers. It works flawlessly on windows 10. You can run many UAD plugins without drooping off. It's a very useful piece of gear for a hybrid or in the box set up. Highly recommended.
by Charles Bustilos from Orlando, FL on
Music background: Jazz Pianist and keyboardist.

Awesome Gear And Purchasing Experience

Great piece but its UAD. I expect nothing less than perfection. Thanks, Sweetwater!
by Artistry of Pe' from Atlanta, Georgia on
Music background: Artist, Songwriter, and Musician

If you are serious about your mixes...

To truly have control over every aspect of your mix, you need the right tools and you need processing power. This unit has both! Even my large mixes with 40 tracks are covered. Now I have upgraded to two of these units to mix sound for film. Oh-my-goodness! 96 tracks and counting and it's still not maxed out. This truly is the one for your ProTools mixes. The perfect union, exquisite plugins and major league processing ... Enough said!
by Dr. P. from Atlanta, GA on
Music background: All types of music and sound for film.

A little box of magic

Whether you're a UAD veteran using unison preamps, or looking for more DSP, or you've heard all the hype and are ready to jump in the deep end of the pool and use as a stand alone, this is the unit to get. My mixes are now throttled wide open. No more worrying about DSP load, and I can easily take it with me to other sessions so I can mix with my Octo anywhere. I've run upwards of 30 UAD plugins simultaneously and only hit 50% DSP since I got this. Thanks, as always, to my sales rep Andy Rice and Sweetwater for helping me achieve my musical aspirations and dreams. Rock on...
by Erik from NorCal on
Music background: 45 year multi instrumentalist

Love it

I"m a New UAD user. I"ve been using Waves for years after using UAD plugins it free"s up so much DSP and it sound so much better then any other plug brand I"ve used but I must admit Waves and UAD together is magical. But Got darn are those plugin prices high... Geesh!!!!
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