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UAD Powered Plug-Ins
UAD plug-ins are the software titles containing audio signal processing algorithms such
as compressors, equalizers, mic preamps, guitar amps, and special effects. Each UAD
plug-in contains various control parameters that can be adjusted to achieve the desired
sonic results.
The Authentic Sound of Analog
From project studios to multi-platinum mix engineers, UAD Powered Plug-Ins have been
winning over audio professionals for more than 15 years with their stunning analog
sound. The UAD library now features more than 90 plug-ins, co-created with the biggest
brands in audio. Developed by UA’s world-renowned team of DSP engineers, UAD plug-ins
set the standard by which all other audio plug-ins are judged.
Typical UAD plug-in interface
Plug-In Host Applications
UAD plug-ins are loaded within a host application (such as Arrow’s Console or a DAW)
for signal processing of the host’s audio signals on Arrow’s integrated UAD-2 DSP
accelerator. UAD plug-ins are typically used in Console for Realtime UAD Processing
when monitoring and tracking, and in a DAW when mixing and mastering. UAD plug-ins
are provided in VST, RTAS, AAX-64, and Audio Units formats for compatibility with all
major DAWs.
Tip: When loaded in Arrow’s Console application, UAD plug-ins run in real time,
with indiscernible latency, completely independent of the DAW’s I/O buffer size
setting.
Bundled & Optional Plug-Ins
Arrow includes a variety of UAD plug-ins bundled with the device, and optional UAD
plug-in licenses can be purchased at the UA store.
Try Before You Buy
All optional UAD plug-ins UAD plug-ins can be evaluated without functional limitations
for 14 days in trial demo mode.