UAD uses PACE/iLok for copy protection.


Follow these steps precisely. We will cover the Spark subscription, which is currently the most common method for new users.

Before clicking any "download" button, you must understand that there are two completely different versions of UAD plugins. Installing the wrong one is the #1 cause of "plugins not showing up."

  • Insert a plugin. If it’s DSP-powered, the green “UAD” light on your Apollo will glow.
  • | Component | Windows | macOS | |-----------|---------|-------| | OS | Windows 10/11 (64-bit) | macOS 10.15 Catalina or newer (Apple Silicon native) | | RAM | 8GB minimum (16GB recommended) | Same | | iLok | iLok License Manager (free) | iLok License Manager (free) | | Internet | Required for download & auth | Required | | DAW | Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton, FL Studio, Studio One, Reaper | Same |

  • Restart your Mac when done.