Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite TB3 OCTO Custom
The Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite TB3 OCTO Custom is a premium Thunderbolt 3 DSP accelerator designed to expand the real-time processing power of professional recording and mixing systems. Featuring eight SHARC DSP processors and high-speed Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, the OCTO Custom delivers exceptional performance for demanding UAD plug-in workflows.
Designed for modern macOS and Windows studio environments, the UAD-2 Satellite TB3 allows producers, engineers, and mixers to run large numbers of UAD plug-ins with near-zero latency while reducing the processing load on the host computer.
The Customised edition includes access to Universal Audio’s acclaimed UAD plug-in platform along with a customizable plug-in bundle, allowing users to select additional premium UAD titles that best fit their production workflow.
Professional DSP Expansion
With eight onboard SHARC processors, the OCTO configuration provides substantial DSP headroom for complex sessions, including:
- Large analog-style mixing chains
- Mastering workflows
- Real-time tracking with UAD processing
- Hybrid analog/digital production setups
Thunderbolt 3 connectivity ensures ultra-fast communication and low-latency performance, making the Satellite an ideal companion for Apollo interfaces and native DAW systems alike.
Access to Legendary UAD Plug-ins
The UAD platform includes authentic emulations of legendary analog hardware from world-renowned brands such as:
- Neve
- API
- SSL
- Manley
- Studer
- Ampex
- Lexicon
- Fairchild
Features
- External Thunderbolt 3 DSP accelerator
- Eight SHARC DSP processors (OCTO Core)
- Custom UAD plug-in bundle included
- Near-zero latency UAD plug-in processing
- Offloads intensive processing from computer CPU
- Ideal for mixing, mastering, and tracking
- Compact desktop design
- Compatible with macOS and Windows systems
Applications
- Professional music production
- Mixing and mastering
- Hybrid analog/digital studio workflows
- Expanding existing Apollo systems
- Real-time UAD plug-in processing
Technical Specifications
- Type: External DSP accelerator
- DSP: OCTO Core (8 SHARC processors)
- Connection: Thunderbolt 3
- Compatibility: macOS and Windows
- Function: Real-time UAD plug-in acceleration
- Format: Desktop unit
