Universal Audio UAD Software v9.13: Everything You Need to Know

To prevent driver conflicts and authorization errors, follow this structured installation workflow. For macOS Users from the UA archive page. Open the package and double-click the installer app.

Visit the UAD Software Archives on the official Universal Audio support site.

Always check the for compatibility updates before installing any version.

Unofficial download sites may distribute modified installers containing malware or other harmful software. Universal Audio's official download page is www.uaudio.com/downloads/uad .

| | Compatibility with 9.13 | Notes | |------------------|----------------------------|------------| | Apollo Twin X (Gen 1) | ✅ Yes (v10.0+ recommended) | Works, but later firmware may require v10+ | | Apollo x4 (Gen 1) | ✅ Yes | Same as Twin X | | Apollo Solo Thunderbolt | ✅ Yes (v9.12.2+) | Fully compatible | | Apollo Twin USB (Windows) | ✅ Yes (v9.12.2+) | Windows only | | Apollo 8 / 8p / 16 (Thunderbolt) | ✅ Yes | Most rack units work | | Apollo FireWire models | ⚠️ Limited | FireWire connections are no longer supported in current UAD software; Thunderbolt option card required |

| Platform | Operating System Compatibility | |----------|-------------------------------| | | macOS High Sierra 10.13, Mojave 10.14, Catalina 10.15 (v9.13.0 only; v9.13.1 for Big Sur 11) | | Windows | Windows 7 (64-bit), Windows 8.1 (64-bit), Windows 10 (64-bit) |

Double-click the downloaded .dmg file and launch the UAD Software v9.13.0.pkg .

Released in late 2019, v9.13 was not just a maintenance patch; it introduced highly anticipated tools while ensuring compatibility with the era's operating systems (macOS Mojave and Windows 10).

and power it on. Windows will automatically recognize the device. Authorizing Your Plugins

While UAD 9.13 was generally well‑received, some users encountered issues—particularly when installing on newer operating systems.

Install and restart your system to authorize your new plug-ins.

Unplug your Apollo interface or UAD-2 Satellite from your computer.