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Sonnet Echo III Desktop 3-Slot Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe Card Expansion System
For creative pros using the latest portable, mini desktop and all-in-one computers in their workflows, onboard processing power alone is not enough to get the job done. While these computers include high-performance Thunderbolt 3 ports to support peripherals, what they lack is PCIe expansion slots to install speciality cards that add needed video and audio inputs, transcode data, and connect to high-speed shared storage and networks. Sonnet has a solution—the Sonnet Echo III Desktop — a professional Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe card expansion system that enables you to connect three (up to) full-length (12.28 inches long) PCIe cards at the same time, via a single cable.
Supports Every Thunderbolt 3 Compatible, Non-GPU PCIe Card
Echo III Desktop supports every Thunderbolt 3 compatible, non-GPU PCIe 1.1/2.0/3.0 card available including video capture and transcoding; audio DSP; 6Gb or 12Gb SAS or SATA host bus adapter; 10Gb, 25Gb or Ethernet; SSD storage; and other speciality types to your system. Do you have a card in mind but aren’t sure it’s compatible? Sonnet have put together a compatibility list that identifies cards conforming to Thunderbolt technology requirements, and organized by fit and power compatibility with specific expansion systems.
Avid Pro Tools Qualified
The Sonnet Echo III is ready for up to three Pro Tools | HDX PCIe Cards – no extra parts required. At the flick of a switch, the Avid qualified Echo III Desktop system is instantly optimized to support up to three Pro Tools | HDX PCIe cards, with no extra parts necessary! This chassis has been tested and is qualified by Avid Audio group for use with Avid Pro Tools HD 2020 software, and Avid Pro Tools HDX and HD Native systems.
Three PCIe 3.0 Slots and Power to Spare
The Echo III Desktop features one x16 and two x8 PCIe 3.0 slots(1), enabling it to support a wide variety of cards at the same time. To support really power-hungry cards, it integrates a universal 400W power supply and includes a 75W auxiliary power connector for non-GPU cards that require extra power, including the Avid Pro Tools | HDX. Designed without a power switch, the Echo III powers on and off automatically with the connected computer, saving energy in the long run. With no power switch, you can’t forget to turn off the system!
FEATURES:
- Connects up to three high-performance non-GPU PCIe cards via a Thunderbolt 3 cable to your computer lacking expansion slots
- HDX compatibility mode enables the use of up to three Pro Tools | HDX PCIe cards with no additional parts needed
- Every Thunderbolt 3 compatible, non-GPU card supported regardless of length or height
- One x16 plus two x8 slots support three full-height, single-width cards, or one double-width card plus one single-width card
- Integrated 400W power supply with 75W auxiliary power - saves energy by powering on/off automatically with the computer
- Dual temperature-controlled, variable-speed Noctua fans rated at 17dBA automatically and quietly cool the cards
- Offers 2750 MB/s of PCIe bandwidth for the installed cards
- One port connects to computer; second port supports daisy-chaining of up to five additional Thunderbolt peripheral devices
- Provides robust and secure protection
About Us
Since 1993, we have been committed to equipping our customers with the very best gear, advice, and personal service anywhere. We believe that great sound can be achieved at any budget. We also believe that the ambitions of our customers should always come first. For us, it\'s about building long-lasting relationships, not just selling gear. And over the years, those beliefs have turned customers into friends and family. Whether you\'re just starting out, or a seasoned pro, we\'re here for you, no matter where your audio travels may take you.
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Free ground shipping to the lower 48 states Via FedEx. All of our items ship via FedEx. On checkout, it may look like you are selecting a UPS shipping method, but the item will be shipped via the equivalent FedEx method.
Import Duties and Tax
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Undeliverable/Rejected Package
If your package was rejected by your local Customs Bureau or the shipment could not be delivered and was returned to Vintage King Audio for any reason, we are not responsible for the shipping costs.
Free Extended Warranty
All new items that Vintage King carries are subject to our FREE extended warranty protection. Basically, if the manufacturer offers a 1-year warranty on your product, then you are covered under the same warranty terms for a total of 2 years from the time of initial shipment. Likewise, if the manufacturer offers a 5-year warranty, then you receive a total of 6 years of coverage when purchased through Vintage King. We add 1 year to your standard manufacturer\'s warranty period, FREE of charge, whatever the manufacturer\'s warranty period may be.
Duties and tax for warranty and damage replacement items
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Used Item Warranties
Vintage King offers an industry-leading level of technical service and warranty support on our used and vintage items. Our used item warranty periods are as follows:
- Analog Outboard Gear – 1 Year
- Microphones – 1 Year (excluding capsules, tubes, and ribbon elements)
- Speakers – 1 Year (excluding drivers)
- Digital Outboard Gear – 30 Days
Return Policy
We do our best to help you choose the perfect gear, but if you don\'t love it in the first 30 days after receipt, please contact us through for a return authorization.
Note: Software is not returnable or refundable.
What Are \"Demo Deal\" or \"B-Stock\" Products?
Our Demo Deals and B-Stock products offer a unique opportunity to save big on near-mint condition, fully warrantied gear. These items have been opened for demonstration purposes and put back in the box without extended use. All original factory accessories and packaging are included.
In addition to the manufacturer\'s warranty, Demo Deal and B-Stock items also come with an additional 1-year of warranty coverage from Vintage King, free of charge, so rest assured that not only are you saving big by purchasing a Demo Deal/B-Stock item, but you will also receive the same level of world-class support from Vintage King as with the purchase of a factory-sealed unit.
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