Universal Audio - News and Rumours
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Deal: buy an UA Apollo X interface and get a free UAD-2 Satellite DSP accelerator
05 Nov · Until December 31, you can buy an Apollo X or Firewire interface and UA will throw in the UAD-2 Satellite DSP Accelerator + the Analog Classics Plus plug-ins for free!
Universal Audio Luna 1.1: DAW update with interesting new features
07 Oct · The first major update for the Universal Audio Luna includes interesting new features like Session Versions, Bookmarks, and MIDI clock, among other improvements.
Best Creative Filter Plug-ins: Our top 10 creative software filtering tools
02 Oct · Need more creativity in your tracks? These tools can manipulate and mutilate your sounds in innovative new ways! Our Top 10 creative filter plug-ins will change your life (or at least your songs).
The best 1176 compressor reissues, clones and alternatives
11 Sep · The 1176 Limiting Amplifier is one of the most iconic compressor designs in history. Here's our list of the best hardware 1176 reissues, clones and alternatives.
Universal Audio Apollo Solo: a rebranded Arrow for Thunderbolt and USB 3
12 Aug · Universal Audio has rebranded its entry-level 2in/4out desktop audio interface - previously called Arrow - as the Apollo Solo, now available in Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3 versions.
Best 1176 Compressor Emulation Plug-ins: The definitive list
08 Aug · No doubt, the 1176 is one of the most popular compressor designs of all time - here's our list of the best 1176 plug-in emulations to get this classic sound into your DAW.
UAD Software 9.12 adds Neve 1084 preamp & EQ emulation
13 May · UAD Software 9.12's highlight is an AMS Neve-endorsed emulation of the coveted Neve 1084 mic preamp and equalizer module.
Remix a West African tune and win a Universal Audio Apollo interface!
05 May · The fine people at Real World Studios and Universal Audio are having a remix competition with the chance to win three UA Apollo interfaces!
UAD LUNA Recording System now available for MacOS
09 Apr · Universal Audio's LUNA is an entire recording system baked into their Apollo DSP technology. It features a DAW with Neve summing, integrated multitrack tape and a range of virtual instruments.
NAMM 2020: Universal Audio LUNA? DAW, tape machine, new UAD?
10 Jan · Universal Audio has teased a product named LUNA for NAMM 2020. The rumour mill is already running wild – what could LUNA be? Here's what we know so far.
UAD 9.11 brings Catalina support and the fabled Avalon VT-737 tube channel strip
14 Nov 2019 · The Avalon VT-737 is the Jay-Z, Dre, Eric Clapton and Rolling Stones rackmount, or in other words, the sound of radio chart toppers. The update also features plug-ins by Antares, Sonnox and brainworx.
Universal Audio launched Apollo Twin X and Twin x4 desktop audio interfaces
23 Oct 2019 · According to leaked dealer information, Universal Audio might be about to announce two new Thunderbolt 3 desktop interfaces: an Apollo Twin X DUO and Apollo Twin x4!
UAD-2 Satellite DSP accelerator gets Thunderbolt 3 upgrade
19 Sep 2019 · Switching to Thunderbolt 3, the new UAD-2 Satellite doesn't require a TB3 to Legacy TB adapter and cables for connection to Type-C ports, which brings convenience and removes a considerable expense.
#TSR19: Get ready for some electronic excess at Thomann Synth Reactor this week
13 Mar 2019 · This week's Thomann Synth Reactor #TSR19 event brings together 25 of the synth world's best known YouTubers for a week of modular madness and Eurorack excesses. Find out more here!