OWC releases the world’s fastest shuttle and edit RAID SSD. OWC's ThunderBlade disk has long been the favourite of many professional filmmakers when it comes to RAID SSD discs, now they make it even faster with the new ThunderBlade X8.
The new OWC ThunderBlade X8 is the ultimate storage solution for demanding video workflows either while on location or in your studio. It comes in a slim and rugged package with a heat-dissipating fanless aluminium chassis that keeps you working silently at top speed. It is 16.7% faster than its predecessor with read speeds of up to 2949MB/s1 (RAID 0) and can store up to eight NVMe M.2 SSDs up to 32TB. The new disk comes with OWC´s Easy RAID software that makes it easy to create, monitor, and manage advanced RAID sets and can be connected via daisy-chain with up to five additional Thunderbolt devices or connect a USB-C device or display via the second Thunderbolt port.
1. Up to 2949MB/s peak performance with 8.0TB (8 x 1.0TB OWC Aura SSDs) Thunderblade connected to a 16-inch MacBook Pro 2021 (MacBookPro18,1) with 16GB RAM and Apple M1 Pro 10-core CPU and 16-core GPU running AJA System Test (8K-Full resolution, 64GB file size, 16-bit RGBA codec, single file test). ThunderBlade ready-to-run SSD vs unproven enclosure only choices.
Pricing and shipping
The new discs are available for immediate shipping.
Recommended selling price is:
OWC ThunderBlade X8 - Arrays with 8 x 2242 Blades NVME SSD Array (8 x 1.0TB) 8.0TB EUR 2479; -
OWC ThunderBlade X8 - Arrays with 8 x 2242 Blades NVME SSD Array (8x 2TB) 16.0TB EUR 3899; -
OWC ThunderBlade X8 - Arrays with 8 x 2242 Blades NVME SSD Array (8 x 4.0TB) 32.0TB EUR 7769; -
For further information, please contact Kirstine.lindholm@focusnordic.dk
Key specifications
Focus Nordic is the largest distributor of photographic products in the Nordic and Baltic region. Our range includes many of the strongest brands, both in terms of cameras, binoculars and accessories. We represent Zeiss, Samyang, Rotolight, Panasonic, Polaroid, Kodak, Kenko, Sirui, Ledgo, Hollyland, Feelworld, NiSi, Lexar, Delkin, Saramonic, Kowa, etc. In addition, there are many products under our own brand Focus. Our business concept is to have an effective distribution directly from our own warehouse, supplying retailers in the Nordic and Baltic region with the best products. By big purchases for the entire Nordic and Baltic region, the best prices, both on products and freight are negotiated. At Focus Nordic, we take an active stand for good working conditions and a good social situation of our suppliers worldwide. Through our membership of the Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI), we support the organization's code of conduct. It should include ensuring that suppliers respect human rights and complies with applicable laws and regulations.