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UAD-2 FAQ
Questions about the UAD-2 and the new features
1. Q: Where can I find out more about UAD-2?
• A: Make sure to check out all the online UAD-2 product information available at
o Universal Audio | UAD-2
o Universal Audio | Home
2. Q: When and where can I get one?
• A: UAD-2 is available now! Visit the dealer locator on our website to find a dealer near you.
3. Q: How much more powerful is the UAD-2 over the UAD-1?
• A: UAD-2 comes in 3 basic configurations
o Solo (1 DSP chip, approximately 2.5X the power of UAD-1)
o Duo (2 DSP chips, approximately 5X the power of UAD-1)
o Quad (4 DSP chips, approximately 10X the power of UAD-1)
4. Q: Which UAD-1 plug-ins are available for the UAD-2?
• A: The majority have already been ported as of Version 5.0 software. The plug-ins that remain to be ported are
noted in the list below.
o Roland RE-201
o Precision Maximizer
o Precision De-Esser
o Precision Buss Compressor
o Precision Enhancer kHz
o SPL Transient Designer
o VCA VU
o NOTE: Nigel has been discontinued for UAD-2 (see below for more details)
5. Q: When will the remaining plug-ins be ported to the UAD-2?
• A: The remaining Powered Plug-Ins are currently being ported chronologically to the UAD-2, and will be released in
subsequent software updates.
6. Q: Is my PC/Mac hardware compatible with UAD-2?
• A: Most PCIe PC and Mac hardware is compatible. See the UAD compatibility page for latest details, and tech notes.
7. Q: Has UAD-2 solved the multi-core spiking issues with Logic 8 and the Mac 8-core?
• A: Yes, because of the new architecture of the UAD-2 this is not a issue.
8. Q: Is my DAW compatible with UAD-2?
• A: Most popular VST and AU DAW’s and Wave Editors are compatible. See the UAD compatibility page for latest
details and tech notes.
9. Q: Why isn't RTAS supported in v5.0 and when will it be available?
• A: In order to improve the user experience of Powered Plug-Ins for RTAS users, we decided that we needed more
development and testing time. Getting RTAS support is a top priority, and rest assured official RTAS support will be
available in a future free software update. We apologize to all RTAS users for the inconvenience.
• NOTE: RTAS is still supported for UAD-1
10. Q: Will UAD-1 products continue to be available?
• A: Yes, the UAD-1 Project Pak, UAD-1 Flexi Pak, UAD-1e Express Pak will continue to be available. At the new lower
prices they are a great value for people new to UAD and for users that require a PCI solution.
11. Q: Will you continue to develop and release plug-ins for UAD-1?
• A: Yes, we will continue to develop and release plug-ins for UAD-1 until further notice.
12. Q: Will there be a UAD-2 solution for laptop?
• A: Yes, we are working on a new Xpander laptop solution and we hope to have more information later this year.
13. Q: How does the new Registration/Authorization system work?
• A: The process of registering cards to your my.uaudio account and getting authorization files has been streamlined
in v5.0. Just go to the “Plug-Ins” pane in the new UAD Control Panel and click the “Authorize Plug-Ins…” button.
The my.uaudio.com online store opens in the default web browser. If you don’t already have an account you are
directed to create one. Follow the instructions on screen to download your Authorization File, then Drag and Drop
the auth file onto any UAD Meter & Control Panel icon/shortcut/alias.
14. Q: How does the new LoadLock™ feature work and should I leave it on or turn it off?
• A: DSP LoadLock reserves the maximum UAD-2 DSP load required by each plug-in, even if certain features are
disabled. This ensures there will always be enough DSP if those features are later enabled, or when automating
parameters that affect DSP load. LoadLock can be disabled if you prefer to manage your DSP resources manually.
LoadLock is ON by default.
15. Q: How does the new LiveTrack™ feature work?
• A: The LiveTrack mode reduces latency on an active UAD-2 plug-in to the lowest possible amount. This feature is
highly useful for monitoring processed audio when recording live performances. In LiveTrack Mode, UAD-2 signal
data is transferred and processed “immediately” instead of being buffered, resulting in reduced latency.
• NOTE: When LiveTrack is active, host CPU loading increases. LiveTrack does not reduce the latency of your Audio
Interface. There are some caveats in some hosts. See the UAD compatibility page for more details.
16. Q: Why don't I always get 2.5X instances on UAD-2 vs. UAD-1 plug-ins?
• A: UAD-2 individual plug-in instances per DSP chip will vary (1.5X~5X) based on the plug-in combination selected
with the average session being around 2.5X. For many plugs you will get substantially more than 2.5X the
instances, for example you can get over 5X the number of Neve 1081 EQ’s on a UAD-2!
17. Q: Why don’t I get 32/64/128 channels of 88RS on my Nevana 32/64/128?
• A: 32/64/128 channel counts are based on Mono instances of the Neve® 88RS channel strip @44.1kHz/24-bit,
with full EQ, cut filters, and either the Gate/Exp *or* Comp/Limit enabled and LoadLock = OFF.
18. Q: Why isn’t Nigel in the Mix Essentials II?
• A: Because of legal trademark issues Nigel has been discontinued for UAD-2.
19. Q: When will the Empirical Labs Fatso be released for UAD-2?
• A: We are busy working on this highly requested emulation as you read this and we hope to have more information
later this year.
20. Q: What Magma and/or other expansion chassis’ are compatible with UAD-2?
• A: We are still testing expansion chassis compatibility. Details and tech notes will be posted on the UAD
compatibility page.
Questions about migrating from UAD-1 to UAD-2
1. Q: Can I use all my UAD-1 plug-ins on the UAD-2?
• A: Since UAD-2 uses a brand new DSP architecture, UAD-1 plug-ins cannot be used “as is” with a UAD-2. UAD-
2 will require new UAD-2 versions of the plug-in software and authorizations.
2. Q: Can UAD-1 and UAD-2 cards co-exist in the same computer?
• A: Yes, up to 4 UAD-1’s and 4 UAD-2’s are supported.
3. Q: How many UAD-1's and UAD-2's can I run using the same software license?
• A: You can use up to 4 UAD-1’s and 4 UAD-2’s in one system using the same software license.
4. Q: I own some plug-ins that are still missing from UAD-2, what happens to my authorizations? Can I crossgrade?
• A: Your authorizations can be crossgraded to UAD-2 even though they are not yet available, and you can still of
course use them on the UAD-1, as long as they are both in the same system. When the plug-in become available,
just download the latest version Software and update your Authorization File.
5. Q: Will my UAD-1 DAW sessions/projects be compatible with UAD-2?
• A: Yes, UAD v5.0 software features SessionMap™ which allows bi-directional UAD-1<>UAD-2 session
compatibility (via plug-in ID sharing) so you can open your existing sessions/projects without having to manually
remap your plug-ins. You can also use your UAD-1 alongside your UAD-2 and choose which one you want a certain
plug-in title to run on, and can also work with other collaborators who are using UAD.
• NOTE: Session recall is limited to availability of plug-in authorizations and available hardware resources.
6. Q: How do I move all my plug-ins to UAD-2?
• A: When you register/authorize your new UAD-2 card(s) the server will check your my.uaudio account for the
presence of registered UAD-1 hardware and UAD-1 plug-in licenses. You will be prompted during the reg/auth
process whether you want to crossgrade your UAD-1 Plug-In Licenses to your new UAD-2. Crossgrading of plug-in
licenses from UAD-1 to UAD-2 will be free of charge till the end of 2008. See the Promos page for more details.
7. Q: Will I be able to trade in my UAD-1 hardware for UAD-2 hardware?
• A: We are not offering a “physical” trade-in, but we have very attractive hardware crossgrade promotions when you
upgrade to UAD-2. See the Promos page for more details.
8. Q: I want to buy a UAD-2 and sell/transfer ownership of my UAD-1, what should I do?
• A: If you want to run your UAD-1 plug-ins on your new UAD-2 make sure you crossgrade your licenses to UAD-2
before you sell your UAD-1 card.
• If you decide to sell the UAD-1 after transferring your licenses to a UAD-2, the UAD-1, UAD-1e or Xpander will
revert to Mix Essentials Only. Mackie UAD cards will have Mix Essentials + 1176LN & LA-2A.
• To make a request for transfer, fill out all the information in the “Transfer UAD Hardware” form which can be found
at My Universal Audio | Online Store then click "Submit Transfer Request".
• Note: All UAD transfers must be validated by Universal Audio customer service. We must verify the correct seller
and buyer details before we can re-allocate hardware and/or plug-ins. Once UA customer support has received the
proper buyer and seller details, we will make sure all the registered hardware and/or plug-ins are removed from
your account and attributed to the new owner.
9. Q: I have several UAD cards and plug-in licenses, and want to sell one of the cards. Can I sell the card with my plug-in
licenses?
• A: UAD multicard setups, or single cards that have been split away from a system/group, can be resold and the
licenses transferred, and we can facilitate a transfer. However, the license agreed to during installation can only
exist between UA and a single user. Therefore the UAD transfer policy is all or none, meaning you can either sell a
single card with all of your multicard plug-ins, or no plug-ins at all. Plug-in licenses/authorizations can't be shared
or split among multiple users.
• Once again, before you deliver a second-hand UAD card, you (the seller) must e-mail a transfer request to us,
including the owner/seller name, hardware ID(s), user's e-mail ID (my.uaudio.com ID), and buyer name and email
address. Buyers should make it clear to the seller that he or she must contact UA before you conclude your
transaction.
10. Q: I want to sell one or more of my plug-in licenses without selling my UAD(s). Is that possible?
• A: Unfortunately not. We are going the extra mile to help customers resell UAD cards and transfer their plug-ins,
but we can't get tangled up in the second-hand plug-in business.
11. Q: If I transfer my UAD-1 plugs to UAD-2, can I use UAD-1 on one system and UAD-2 on another?
• A: No, as this is a violation of the software end user license agreement. Your UAD-1 licenses can be transferred to
the UAD-2 and can still be used on the UAD-1 as long as they are installed in the same system