In creating UAD plug-ins, the company's DSP engineers work with the original hardware manufacturers, using their exact schematics and best units, to deliver the experience of processing audio with classic analog equipment. The accelerator's SHARC processors and USB 3.0 SuperSpeed technology offers reduced plug-in latency comparable to that of FireWire 800.

Included with the unit is the Analog Classics plug-in bundle featuring the UA 610-B Preamp and EQ, along with legacy editions of the LA-2A Classic Audio Leveler, 1176LN / 1176SE Classic Limiting Amplifier, Fairchild 670 Tube Limiter, Pultec Pro Equalizer, UA Precision Enhancer Hz, Precision Mix Rack Collection, and RealVerb Pro plug-ins.

Run UAD Powered Plug-Ins via USB 3.0 on Windows-based PCs
Eight SHARC processors offer a substantial DSP boost for running large mixes
Includes Analog Classics Plus plug-in bundle
Access over ninety plug-ins from Ampex, Lexicon, Roland, Studer, Neve, Manley, SSL, EMT, and more (sold separately)
Take UAD plug-ins "on the road" for mixing on Windows-based PCs
Combine with other UAD-2 devices, including UAD-2 PCIe cards, UAD-2 Satellite FireWire, and Apollo Twin USB desktop interface
Compatible with Pro Tools, Cubase, Live, and more
Universal Audio UAD-2 Specs
Form Factor Tabletop
Connectivity
Host Connection / USB 1 x USB Type-B (USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen 1)
Compatibility
OS Compatibility Windows 7
Windows 8.1
Windows 10 (64-Bit Only)
*As of November, 2021: check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Supported Drivers/API & Plug-Ins AAX (64-Bit)
RTAS
VST
Processor Requirement Intel Core i3 (Minimum)
Intel Core i7 or Better (Recommended)
Storage Requirements 6 GB
Required Hardware Available USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen 1 Port
Internet Connection Required for Software/Driver Download, Plug-In Authorization
Packaging Info
Package Weight 5.4 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 8.6 x 8.5 x 5.6"