Universal Audio UAD 2 Satellite OCTO Core Thunderbolt 3 DSP Interface MAC or PC

The UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt Octo Core is a plug-and-play device that provides an additional DSP for running Universal Audio's UAD-2 DSP plugins. It is not rack-mountable, but standard rack shelves can be used. Users should note that only UAD2 plugins run on this hardware, making the CPU free to handle other tasks. The unit boosts the set-up and runs smoothly on big mixes. Reception of the unit has been mixed. Some users struggled with pop-up bugs with their UAD plugins within Ableton Live. Others reported that they have previously owned multiple units due to their liking of the plugins but not wanting to buy Universal Audio's interface over and over. One reviewer claimed that the boxes crashed frequently when changing sessions or activating or deactivating plugins. However, other users highly recommend it, with one reviewer stating that it is the perfect addition to their Apollo Twin Duo as it adds crucial DSP needed for mixing tracks. Another encouraged anyone who buys an Apollo Solo/Twin from Universal Audio to add this device to their cart, as it would save them. Overall, the reception is mixed, with some users struggling with bugs and crashes while others appreciate the added DSP. Users of the UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt Octo Core should note that only UAD2 plugins run on this device.