Fully portable, 24bit, mixing console with comprehensive library of switchable preamps, compressors, amps and dynamic, eq, reverb, and other processing plugins and emulators.
First off - I upgraded from an Arrow after approx 4 months. Not because it was not amazing but because of the quality of the UA plugins.
I cannot afford (or store) rack mounted units. I have only used them in other peoples studios so I cannot speak for how accurate these emulations are.
I can say though that I have yet to use ANYTHING that works as well as any of the UA line of plugins. Imagine doing your takes while fully mixed with imperceptive latency. And that same mix is recored direct to audio into your DAW if you choose.
Secondly, the Unit itself -
At the momnet this is the top tier of their desktop versions.
There are 4 inputs - 2 hiz/mic/line and 2 mic/line
Controls are simple but comprehensive.
Includes a talk back button with a little built in mic. A little on the heavy side of portable but totally forgivable for what it is packing.
Cons -
Does not ship with a thunderbolt cable (for the price you would think it should)
Requires it's own power source (included) which has a SOFT plastic locking mechanism. BE CAREFUL WITH IT
Questions I would have had -
QUAD core will allow you to run approx 8 to 15(maybe) dsp plugins depending on the plugin. Processing can be diverted from DSP to create additional virtual channels or vice versa.
Be aware of the additional cost of UA plugins BUT be aware that UA offer vouchers on purchases (for next purchase), offers specific to items you own and access to custom offers where stuff gets super affordable.
Lastly, I found their site FAQ on multi unit set up a bit misleading.
You CAN link multiple units but ONLY where there are 2 TB3 connections. This unit will link with their rack mounted units or DSP processors.
By and large the desktop units cannot be daisy chained or run along side each other. UA software will only connect via a single TB3 port on your Mac.
