{"product_id":"thunderbolt-3-option-card-mac-win","title":"Thunderbolt 3 Option Card (MAC\/WIN)","description":"\u003cp class=\"aeo-answer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Thunderbolt 3 Option Card is a Universal Audio Apollo audio interface with onboard DSP for realtime UAD plug-in processing while you record. Priced at $299.00, sold brand-new by Victory Musical Instruments, a veteran-owned authorized UA dealer in Miami, FL. Questions? Call 844-687-4208.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpgrade your rack Apollo to Thunderbolt 3.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Universal Audio Thunderbolt 3 Option Card is a user-installable expansion card that adds Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) connectivity to compatible Apollo rackmount interfaces, enabling Mac and Windows connectivity with the latest Thunderbolt protocol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;max-width:640px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eUniversal Audio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eThunderbolt 3 Option Card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eAudio Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eConnection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eThunderbolt 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eComputer compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eMac \u0026amp; Windows\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003e$299.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eSKU \/ MPN\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eTBOC-3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eNew (factory sealed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eFull Universal Audio manufacturer warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eSold by\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eVictory Musical Instruments — veteran-owned authorized UA dealer, Miami FL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you own an older Apollo rackmount interface with a Thunderbolt 2 or expansion slot, the TB3 Option Card brings it up to current connectivity standards. Thunderbolt 3 uses the same USB-C connector as modern Mac and Windows computers, allowing direct connection without dongles or adapters on recent hardware. The card installs in the expansion slot on the rear of compatible Apollo interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdds Thunderbolt 3 Connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e — USB-C connector for direct connection to modern Mac and Windows computers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUser-Installable\u003c\/strong\u003e — Designed to be installed in the field with basic tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintains Daisy-Chain Capability\u003c\/strong\u003e — Two Thunderbolt 3 ports for chaining additional devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with Apollo Rack Interfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e — Apollo 8, 8p, 16 (firewire\/TB2), and Apollo X series rack units.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApollo Rack Interfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e — Apollo 8 \/ 8p \/ 16 (with TB2 \/ firewire), Apollo x6 \/ x8 \/ x8p \/ x16 rack units. Verify your specific model in the manual before purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for Desktop Apollos\u003c\/strong\u003e — Apollo Twin and Twin X have fixed connectivity; this card cannot be installed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMac and Windows\u003c\/strong\u003e — Requires a host computer with native Thunderbolt 3 or 4 port (or Thunderbolt 4 via USB-C). USB-C alone (without Thunderbolt) is not supported.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThunderbolt 3 Option Card\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstallation hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstallation instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thunderbolt 3 cable is sold separately. Contact us before purchase if you're unsure whether your specific Apollo model accepts this option card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this Apollo work on Windows, Mac, or both?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Thunderbolt Apollo works on both Mac and Windows computers that have a Thunderbolt 3 or 4 port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I run UAD plug-ins in realtime while tracking?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Apollo's onboard DSP runs UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, so you can print or monitor through analog emulations of classic preamps, compressors, EQs, and amps as you record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour purchase includes: Thunderbolt 3 Option Card, Installation hardware, Installation instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Thunderbolt 3 Option Card a genuine Universal Audio product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Victory Musical Instruments is a veteran-owned, authorized Universal Audio dealer based in Miami, FL. Every unit is brand-new, factory-sealed, and covered by the full UA manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I get help choosing or setting it up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. You'll talk to real people, not a call center. Call us at 844-687-4208 and we'll help you spec the right gear and get it running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Victory Musical Instruments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVictory Musical Instruments is a veteran-owned authorized UA dealer based in Miami, FL. We back every sale with real human support, fast shipping, and the kind of follow-through that only comes from a small dedicated team. Active duty, veterans, reservists, and eligible family save through our ID.me military discount program.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44131390226483,"sku":"TBOC-3","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1768\/9095\/files\/thunderbolt_3_option_card_gallery_1.png?v=1774033025","url":"https:\/\/www.victorymusical.com\/products\/thunderbolt-3-option-card-mac-win","provider":"Victory Musical Instruments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}