{"product_id":"echo-2ddv-t5","title":"Sonnet Technologies Echo II DV Desktop Two-Slot Full-Length Thunderbolt 5 PCIe Card Expansion System","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart No. ECHO-2DDV-T5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Front view of Echo II DV T5 desktop enclosure.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/echo2dvt5desktop-hero.png?v=1766196641\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax DV Performance via Thunderbolt 5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcho II DV T5 Desktop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesktop 2-slot Dual-Thunderbolt 5 Interface to PCIe Card Expansion System for Computers with Thunderbolt or USB4 Ports\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConstruct a Broadcast Studio On Your Desktop – Simultaneously Run Two High-bandwidth Cards at Full 6000 MB\/s\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you use one of the hot new laptops or mini desktops with ultra-high-performance Thunderbolt™ 5 ports in your creative pro workflow? Without PCIe expansion slots, those computers’ onboard processing power alone is probably not enough to get your job done. You still need the specialty cards that add needed video and audio I\/O, transcode data, and connect to high-speed networks and shared storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSonnet Echo™ II DV T5 Desktop eliminates the limitation. This professional Thunderbolt 5 to PCIe card expansion system connects two full-length, single-width PCIe cards to your computer, each to a separate Thunderbolt port for maximum bandwidth to each card — it’s the ultimate solution for connecting cards with high bandwidth requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Two high-performance DV I\/O cards.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/echo2dvt5desktop-broadcast-studio-hero.png?v=1766196781\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Maximum Performance: Two PCIe 4.0 Slots with Dual Thunderbolt 5 Interfaces for Double the Bandwidth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the latest computers — including MacBook Pro (M4 Pro\/M4 Max), Mac mini (M4 Pro), Mac Studio (M3 Ultra\/M4 Max), and select Windows PCs — offer multiple Thunderbolt 5 ports, each with its own independent bus delivering \u003cstrong\u003e6000 MB\/s\u003c\/strong\u003e of PCIe bandwidth. \u003cstrong\u003eEcho II DV T5 Desktop is designed to fully exploit that speed.\u003c\/strong\u003eInstead of sharing bandwidth across slots, it uses a dedicated Thunderbolt 5 interface for each slot, delivering full PCIe bandwidth to both cards at the same time. This means you can run two high-demand PCIe cards at full performance simultaneously — perfect for DV I\/O, ultra-fast NVMe storage, and multi-port 10 and 25Gb Ethernet workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Echo II DV T5 Desktop connected to Mac Studio with Apple Studio Display.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/echo2dvt5desktop-maximum-performance-hero.png?v=1766196951\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo Times the Bandwidth! Separate Thunderbolt 5 Interface for Each Card Slot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcho II DV T5 provides full Thunderbolt PCIe bandwidth to each slot when connected to two computer Thunderbolt ports that also provide independent PCIe bandwidth — 6000 MB\/s with Thunderbolt 5 computers, and 2880 MB\/s with Thunderbolt 4 and 3 computers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Internal of enclosure with view of two Thunderbolt 5 interface cards.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/echo2dvt5desktop-2x-the-bandwidth-hero.png?v=1766197029\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDual Thunderbolt 5 Ports Connection Option for Maximum Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect two DV I\/O or other high-bandwidth cards directly to two Thunderbolt 5 ports on your computer for full 6000 MB\/s PCIe bandwidth to each card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Dual Thunderbolt 5 ports connection illustration.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/echo2dvt5desktop-dual-tb-ports-hero.png?v=1766197403\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Thunderbolt Port Connection Option\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso works with computers with only one available Thunderbolt port to support two cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Single Thunderbolt port connection illustration.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/echo2dvt5desktop-single-tb-port-hero.png?v=1766197429\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOnly One Available Thunderbolt Port? Or, Does Your Computer Only Have USB4 Ports?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaisy chain the Thunderbolt interfaces to connect two PCIe cards via one cable. Because each PCIe card slot’s Thunderbolt 5 interface includes two Thunderbolt ports, you can connect the interfaces to each other to enable Echo II DV T5 Desktop to plug in to your computer with a single Thunderbolt cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Meets Possibility – Two PCIe 4.0 Slots and Power to Spare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcho II DV T5 Desktop features two x16 PCIe slots with support for a wide variety of cards. For power-hungry cards, Echo II DV T5 integrates a universal 400W power supply and includes dual 75W auxiliary power connectors (one for each card slot) for cards that require extra power, including AJA Kona 5, Blackmagic DeckLink 8K Pro G2 (with main board [SDI ports] only), and Avid Pro Tools | HDX. Designed without a power switch, Echo II DV T5 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!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Internal view of Echo II DV T5 Module.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/echo2dvt5desktop-performance-meets-possibility-hero.png?v=1766197524\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlexible PCIe Card Support – Supports Thunderbolt Compatible, Single-width, Non-GPU Cards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcho II DV T5 Desktop supports Thunderbolt compatible, single-width, non-GPU PCIe 4.0, 3.1, 2.0, and 1.1 cards including video capture, streaming and transcoding; SSD storage; audio DSP; multi-port 10Gb and 25Gb Ethernet; SAS or SATA host bus adapter; and other specialty types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure if a card you own or are considering is compatible? We’ve put together a compatibility \u003cstrong\u003ePCIe Cards Compatibility Chart\u003c\/strong\u003e that identifies cards that are Thunderbolt compatible and organized by fit and power compatibility with specific expansion systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Group of PCIe cards.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/echo2dvt5desktop-flexible-pcie-card-support-hero.png?v=1766198601\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDual Noctua Fans – Ultra-quiet Operation Rated at 17 dBA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcho II DV T5 Desktop can be comfortably used in noise-sensitive environments. Delivering ultra-quiet operation, its dual Noctua fans operate at below the recommended 20 dBA limit for recording and broadcast studios and spread their noise across a range of frequencies, reducing the impact at any one frequency. To further guarantee trivial noise levels, the fans are temperature-controlled, automatically speeding up and slowing down smoothly as necessary, and the enclosure supports optimized airflow over the installed cards to effectively and efficiently cool the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"View of two Noctua fans.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/echo2dvt5desktop-fans-hero.png?v=1766197623\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLight. Rugged. Smart.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcho II DV T5 Desktop system’s lightweight, rugged aluminum outer shell securely houses the installed PCIe cards. Because it automatically powers on and off with your computer, there is no power switch on the enclosure, ensuring you don’t waste energy by forgetting to turn it off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"View of lower front panel of Echo II DV T5 Desktop.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/echo2dvt5desktop-light-rugged-smart-hero.png?v=1766199109\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSecure Connections for High Performance – Thunderbolt 5 Cables and ThunderLoks Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSonnet includes two Thunderbolt cables engineered to deliver Thunderbolt 5’s full bandwidth and power delivery performance. The cables are fully compatible with Thunderbolt 5, 4, and 3, and USB4 computers. Three Sonnet ThunderLok Thunderbolt connector locks are also included to prevent accidental cable disconnections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Thunderbolt 5 cable with ThunderLok connector lock.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/echo2dvt5desktop-tb5-cable-hero.png?v=1766197752\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThunderLok Advantage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany Sonnet Thunderbolt products featuring Thunderbolt ports come equipped with threaded mounting holes to securely attach a Sonnet ThunderLok connector lock, preventing Thunderbolt cables from accidentally disconnecting.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThunderbolt 5 – Tomorrow’s Technology. Today.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcho II DV T5 Desktop is built with the features and quality you expect from a Sonnet expansion system, plus the Thunderbolt 5 interface you need for maximum performance. With 80 Gbps of bi-directional data speed — twice as fast as Thunderbolt 4 — and up to 120 Gbps for higher display bandwidth, you'll revolutionize your productivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Thunderbolt 5 speed comparison chart.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/echo2dvt5desktop-tb5-info-hero.png?v=1766197794\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Than Just the Fastest External Interface Available\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcho II DV T5 Desktop features two dual-port, ultra-high speed Thunderbolt 5 interfaces that deliver the PCIe bandwidth needed to support most cards at maximum performance. While two ports are reserved for connecting your computer, the secondary ports enable connection of additional Thunderbolt or USB peripheral devices:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Rear view of Echo II DV T5 Desktop enclosure.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/echo2dvt5desktop-fastest-external-interface-hero.png?v=1766198336\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Connect Up to Four Additional Thunderbolt Devices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe secondary port supports Thunderbolt 5, 4, and 3 peripherals; you can even connect additional self-powered Thunderbolt devices in a daisy chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Supports 80 Gbps, 40 Gpbs, 20 Gbps, and 10 Gbps USB Peripheral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect an ultra-fast USB device to each secondary Thunderbolt port using the proper cable or adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Power Peripherals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e15 watts is provided to bus-powered devices requiring extra power through the secondary Thunderbolt port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Supports Connecting One 8K Display\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximize the utilization of one computer Thunderbolt port, connecting the highest resolution display supported by your computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdds Connectivity and Capabilities –\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects two high-performance non-GPU PCIe cards via one or two Thunderbolt cables to your computer without expansion slots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThunderbolt 5 to PCIe Device –\u003c\/strong\u003eSupports full Thunderbolt 5 PCIe bandwidth (6000 MB\/s) to each installed card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Thunderbolt 5 Interfaces, Two PCIe 4.0 Slots –\u003c\/strong\u003eOne interface per PCIe 4.0 slot enables maximum performance from two cards at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour Thunderbolt 5 Ports –\u003c\/strong\u003eTwo ports connect to the computer for maximum performance; secondary ports support daisy-chaining of Thunderbolt interfaces to enable single-cable connection to the computer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad PCIe Card Compatibility Support –\u003c\/strong\u003e Every Thunderbolt compatible, single-width, non-GPU card supported regardless of length or height. For card compatibility, refer to Sonnet’s \u003cstrong\u003ePCIe Cards Compatibility Chart\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnect to Two Computers –\u003c\/strong\u003eEach Echo II DV T5 PCIe slot operates independently of the other, enabling you to connect them to separate computers.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Power –\u003c\/strong\u003eTwo 75W auxiliary PCIe power connectors for power-hungry cards; secondary Thunderbolt ports provide 15W of power each to connected peripherals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemarkably Quiet –\u003c\/strong\u003eDual temperature-controlled, variable-speed Noctua fans rated at 17dBA automatically and quietly cool the cards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRugged Aluminum Housing –\u003c\/strong\u003eProvides robust and secure protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility –\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with macOS 14+ Mac with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt\/USB4, or Thunderbolt 3\u003csup\u003e(1)\u003c\/sup\u003e ports; Windows 11 computer with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, or USB4\u003csup\u003e(2)\u003c\/sup\u003e ports; and Linux 6.1 or 6.12 computer with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, or USB4 ports. See official product page Tech Specs for latest computer, OS, and support compatibility information.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (WxDxH) –\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 x 16.7 x 9 in. (8.9 x 42.4 x 22.9 cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight –\u003c\/strong\u003e9.7 lbs (4.40 kg).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Contents –\u003c\/strong\u003eEcho II DV T5 Desktop System; region-specific power cable; two 6-pin PCIe auxiliary power cables (installed); two 0.8-meter Thunderbolt 5 cables; three ThunderLok-A connector locks (for securingThunderbolt 5 cables); and documentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty –\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-year product warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomer Support –\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifetime technical support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sonnet Advantage –\u003c\/strong\u003eInnovating technology since 1986.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(1) Intel Macs with Thunderbolt 3 ports require macOS 15+.\u003cbr\u003e(2) USB4 support requires that your computer have a “USB4 Host Router (Microsoft)”. Navigate to Device Manager and expand the Universal Serial Bus controllers category to confirm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eComputers and accessories featured in photos are not included with the product. Product specifications are subject to change without notice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Info Icon\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/icon-info.png\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Marketing and Technical Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVisit: \u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Product Page\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Support Icon\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/icon-support.png\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-sales Questions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContact: sales@sonnettech.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Sonnet Advantages\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8540\/files\/icon-advantages_0fb0d5cf-97c5-443a-92c2-ff37b5622c5c.png?v=1720563101\" style=\"display:block;margin:24px auto 0;width:500px;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e California’s Proposition 65\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sonnet Technologies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49819598389386,"sku":"ECHO-2DDV-T5","price":1299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5240\/3338\/files\/canvas-echo-2ddv-t5.jpg?v=1787685618","url":"https:\/\/cinebits.co\/products\/echo-2ddv-t5","provider":"CineBits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}