UAD-2 Satellite USB - QUAD CoreThe UAD-2 Satellite USB DSP Accelerator is a sleek, powerful way for Windows-based 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 makes the perfect introduction to UAD plug-ins, or ideal DSP expander for Apollo Twin USB audio interfaces.PromoNOW YOU CAN:Run UAD Powered Plug-Ins via USB 3 on Windows-based PCsGet a massive DSP boost for running large professional mixesAccess over 90 plug-ins from Ampex, Lexicon, Fender, Studer, Neve, Manley, SSL, EMT, API, MXR and moreStart mixing right away with the included Analog Classics Plus plug-in bundleTake UAD plug-ins “on the road” for mixing on Windows-based PCsCombine with other UAD-2 devices, including UAD-2 PCIe cards, UAD-2 Satellite FireWire, and Apollo Twin USB desktop interfaceUAD: The Industry’s Most Respected Collection of Audio Plug-InsUAD: The Industry’s Most Respected Collection of Audio Plug-InsFrom serious home recordists to multi-platinum mix engineers, UAD Powered Plug-Ins have been winning over audio professionals for more than 10 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 90 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.Expandable Processing Power, from QUAD to OCTOExpandable Processing Power, from QUAD to OCTOUAD-2 Satellite USB 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, UAD-2 Satellite FireWire, and Apollo Twin USB desktop interface for truly scalable mixing power.UAD Plug-In Craftsmanship: The Science Behind the ScenesUAD Plug-In Craftsmanship: The Science Behind the ScenesIn developing UAD plug-ins, UA’s engineering group undertakes a thorough physical modeling of classic audio hardware — “rebuilding” vintage analog gear in the digital world, component by component. That’s how UAD plug-ins replicate the exact, sometimes quirky, behavior of analog hardware — bringing its rich, three-dimensional sound and harmonics "in the box."Dan Auerbach“UAD plug-ins are amazing... I’ve used them on all my projects for the last few years.” – Dan AuerbachThe Black KeysJoe Chiccarelli“My UAD-2 Satellite is quickly becoming a classic piece of outboard gear. I'm using it on every mix.” – Joe Chiccarelli(Jason Mraz, Beck, The Strokes, Morrissey)Darrell Thorp“UAD plug-ins are always my first choice. Now with the UAD-2 SatelIite, I can have them all the time.” – Darrell Thorp(Beck, Radiohead, Charlotte Gainsbourg)Ryan West“The UAD-2 Satellite gives me access to the world-class plug-ins I've come to rely on, with way more power, and in a package that I can toss in my suitcase or backpack.” – Ryan West(Eminem, Kanye West, Kid Cudi)Ivan Barias“UAD is my new secret weapon in the studio. I get everything to sound the way I always wanted, way before the mixing. ” – Ivan Barias(Musiq Soulchild, Jill Scott, Estelle)Vance Powell“UAD-2 is the first plug-in set that replaces hardware I own – that's a big deal.” – Vance Powell(The Raconteurs, Jars of Clay)Fab Dupont“UA gear really helps bring the tradition of classic recording to the modern workflow.” – Fab Dupont(Shakira, Santigold, Jennifer Lopez)Ryan West“I'm not sure what mathematical voodoo they do over there at UA, but I like it and I won't mix without it.” – Ryan West(Eminem, Kanye West, Kid Cudi)Dan Auerbach“UAD plug-ins are amazing... I’ve used them on all my projects for the last few years.” – Dan AuerbachThe Black KeysJoe Chiccarelli“My UAD-2 Satellite is quickly becoming a classic piece of outboard gear. I'm using it on every mix.” – Joe Chiccarelli(Jason Mraz, Beck, The Strokes, Morrissey)Darrell Thorp“UAD plug-ins are always my first choice. Now with the UAD-2 SatelIite, I can have them all the time.” – Darrell Thorp(Beck, Radiohead, Charlotte Gainsbourg)Ryan West“The UAD-2 Satellite gives me access to the world-class plug-ins I've come to rely on, with way more power, and in a package that I can toss in my suitcase or backpack.” – Ryan West(Eminem, Kanye West, Kid Cudi)Ivan Barias“UAD is my new secret weapon in the studio. I get everything to sound the way I always wanted, way before the mixing. ” – Ivan Barias(Musiq Soulchild, Jill Scott, Estelle)Vance Powell“UAD-2 is the first plug-in set that replaces hardware I own – that's a big deal.” – Vance Powell(The Raconteurs, Jars of Clay)Fab Dupont“UA gear really helps bring the tradition of classic recording to the modern workflow.” – Fab Dupont(Shakira, Santigold, Jennifer Lopez)Ryan West“I'm not sure what mathematical voodoo they do over there at UA, but I like it and I won't mix without it.” – Ryan West(Eminem, Kanye West, Kid Cudi)Dan Auerbach“UAD plug-ins are amazing... I’ve used them on all my projects for the last few years.” – Dan AuerbachThe Black Keys