The UAD-2 Live Universal Audio Rack is a 16-channel MADI effects processor that allows you to mix live sound with UAD plug-ins. Connect the rack to any MADI-enabled digital console and use industry-standard plug-ins such as Antares Auto- Tune Realtime - or any UAD Powered plug-ins in your UAD account - without latency. Plug-in configurations such as snapshots can also be saved for fast recall, while up to 4 UAD-2 Live Rack Core Units can be combined for a maximum of 64 channels. The sophisticated, extremely efficient technology and a high level of audio quality take every live show to the next level.
Compared to a rack-mount case equipped with processors, the UAD-2 Live Rack couldn't be easier to integrate into your digital mix system. Connect it to the MADI-I / O port of your digital console and connect your laptop via Thunderbolt 3 to control the Live Rack application. You can send individual tracks, submixes and even the entire mix via UAD Powered plug-ins without any noticeable latency. The Live Rack app offers functions for retrieving MIDI snapshots as well as network software integration with selected Soundcraft Vi consoles.
You can rely on the UAD-2 Live Rack for high-stakes events. Redundant internal power supplies ensure that audio data is continuously processed even in the event of a power failure (provided, of course, that it is connected to different power circuits). If your laptop fails or the Thunderbolt cable is disconnected, the UAD-2 Live Rack will continue to process audio with the last known plug-in states. You can even prevent unwanted setting changes during a live show by activating the Live Rack App's safe mode.
uad dumped this product and support after 2 and a half years. no software for current macs available, not even for catalina. do not buy!