Introducing the Universal Audio UAD-2 - QUAD Core, a powerhouse in the world of music software plugins. This second most powerful PCIe processing card by Universal Audio brings unrestricted access to its award-winning UAD Powered Plug-Ins on Mac or PC. Leveraging the expertise of UA's DSP engineers, these plug-ins have been crafted from the original hardware manufacturers' precise schematics, golden units, and expert ears. This results in plugins that authentically capture the warm, classic tones of analog equipment.

The UAD-2 QUAD Core is powered by four SHARC processors and can be easily installed into a PCIe-equipped desktop or compatible expansion chassis. This offers an instant enhancement in audio quality and mix processing power, giving your computer a significant boost.

The QUAD Core comes bundled with UA's "Analog Classics" plug-in bundle and allows access to popular UAD plug-in titles from renowned brands like Ampex, Manley, Lexicon, EMT, Empirical Labs, Neve, Roland, Fairchild, Harrison, Little Labs, Studer, SSL, and more.

Key Features:

• Professional four-processor DSP Accelerator Card (PCIe format) compatible with Intel-based Macs and Windows 7 PCs
• Provides access to award-winning UAD Powered Plug-Ins library
• Ideal for professional users running larger projects with high plug-in instances and/or higher sample rates
• Compatible with Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Live, and more
• Includes "Analog Classics" plug-in bundle
• Can be combined with other UAD-2 devices, including UAD-2 PCIe card(s), UAD-2 Satellite, and Apollo / Apollo 16 audio interfaces
• Connect to Thunderbolt-equipped Macs via a compatible chassis* (sold separately)
• VST/AU/RTAS and 64-bit compatible
• Also available as UAD-2 QUAD Custom package

Product specs

FAQs

What is the primary function of the Universal Audio UAD-2 QUAD Core?

The UAD-2 QUAD Core is a PCIe DSP accelerator card designed to offload processing of UAD plugins from your computer's CPU, allowing you to run more complex mixes and achieve high-quality analog sound emulations.

How many plugins can the UAD-2 QUAD Core support simultaneously?

The UAD-2 QUAD Core can support multiple plugins simultaneously, depending on the complexity of the plugins used. With four SHARC processors, it provides ample DSP power for running several UAD plugins in a mix.

Is the Universal Audio UAD-2 QUAD Core compatible with all DAWs?

The UAD-2 QUAD Core is compatible with most major DAWs, including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and Cubase. It integrates seamlessly with these platforms to enhance your mixing and production capabilities.

Can the UAD-2 QUAD Core be used with a laptop?

The UAD-2 QUAD Core is a PCIe card, so it requires a desktop computer with an available PCIe slot. However, it can be used with laptops through an external PCIe chassis that connects via Thunderbolt or USB.

Does the UAD-2 QUAD Core come with any included plugins?

Yes, the UAD-2 QUAD Core typically comes with the Analog Classics Plus bundle, which includes a selection of high-quality plugins to get you started with professional-grade sound processing.