Universal Audio Thunderbolt 3 Option Card for Rackmount Apollo Audio Interfaces
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Universal Audio Thunderbolt 3 Option Card for Rackmount Apollo Audio Interfaces

SKU: UATBOC3 MFR: TBOC-3
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Key Features

  • Unlock blazing-fast, low latency audio with this Thunderbolt 3 option card upgrade.
  • Seamlessly integrate your Apollo audio interface with modern Thunderbolt 3 equipped computers.
  • Experience superior audio quality and enhanced I/O connectivity for professional recording.
  • Expand your studio's capabilities; perfect for demanding audio production workflows.
  • Enjoy rock-solid performance & software compatibility on both Mac & Windows systems.
  • Future-proof your Universal Audio interface with this essential Thunderbolt 3 upgrade today.
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2020-06-17T08:57:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Using UA Apollo is great with this.

I got a new Mac. It doesn’t have FireWire any more. So I bought this item and it works perfectly.

KENJI K.

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Universal Audio Option Card Specifications

  • Compatibility

    Rackmount Apollo Audio Interfaces

  • System Requirements

    All:
    Thunderbolt 3 cable (not included)
    Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
    6 gigabytes available storage
    Quad Core i7 or better processor recommended

    Mac:
    Available Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3 port
    Thunderbolt 1 and 2 connections require an Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter (not included)
    macOS 10.12 Sierra or 10.13 High Sierra

    PC:
    Available Thunderbolt 3 port
    Windows 10 with Fall Creators Update (64-Bit Edition)

  • UPC Code

    819937002458

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Using UA Apollo is great with this.

By KENJI K.

I got a new Mac. It doesn’t have FireWire any more. So I bought this item and it works perfectly.

The Thunderbolt 3 Option Card for rackmount Apollo audio interfaces allows music and audio producers to connect their Apollo directly to compatible Mac or Windows systems using Thunderbolt 3. This user-installable card offers two Thunderbolt 3 ports and provides 15W bus power to all downstream Thunderbolt 3 peripherals - perfect for daisy-chaining additional Apollo interfaces and UAD-2 Satellite DSP Accelerators, modern storage solutions, 4K displays and more.

Universal Audio Option Card Features

  • Add the latest generation Thunderbolt 3 connectivity to your rackmount Apollo interface
  • Get two Thunderbolt 3 ports for daisy-chaining Apollos or other peripherals
  • Supply 40 Gbps bandwidth for peripherals including 4K displays and hard drives
  • User-installable Thunderbolt 3 Option card for Apollo rackmount interfaces
  • Thunderbolt 3 delivers up to 40 Gbps for high bandwidth peripherals such as dual 4K displays and hard drives
  • Provides 15W bus power to downstream Thunderbolt peripherals
  • Requires macOS Sierra/High Sierra or Windows 10 w/Fall Creators Update (64-bit Edition)

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Key Features

  • Unlock blazing-fast, low latency audio with this Thunderbolt 3 option card upgrade.
  • Seamlessly integrate your Apollo audio interface with modern Thunderbolt 3 equipped computers.
  • Experience superior audio quality and enhanced I/O connectivity for professional recording.
  • Expand your studio's capabilities; perfect for demanding audio production workflows.
  • Enjoy rock-solid performance & software compatibility on both Mac & Windows systems.
  • Future-proof your Universal Audio interface with this essential Thunderbolt 3 upgrade today.

What's in the box:

  • Universal Audio Thunderbolt 3 Option Card
  • Universal Audio 1 Year Warranty