This is the OWC ThunderBlade X12: The Ultimate Thunderbolt 5 Shuttle RAID for Production Professionals

This is the OWC ThunderBlade X12: The Ultimate Thunderbolt 5 Shuttle RAID for Production Professionals

By Jennifer P 0 Comment February 4, 2025

In this article by Wayne Grayson for OWC, the ThunderBlade X12 is introduced as the ultimate Thunderbolt 5-powered RAID solution for production professionals. Designed to meet the demanding needs of motion picture professionals, digital imaging technicians (DITs), and video editors, the ThunderBlade X12 offers a powerful combination of high-speed data transfer, large storage capacities, and portability. With Thunderbolt 5 technology, this device delivers sustained speeds of up to 6,500 MB/s, doubling the performance of its predecessor and optimizing workflows for on-set footage ingest, backup, and high-resolution editing.

The ThunderBlade X12 is purpose-built for professionals who require a reliable and fast RAID solution that supports various configurations, including RAID 0, 1, 4, 5, and 10, with capacities ranging from 12TB to 96TB. This makes it an ideal choice for handling massive video files, such as 4K, 6K, 8K, and even 12K RAW footage, as well as stereoscopic 360 VR content. Beyond its impressive speed and storage capabilities, the device features a premium build with configurable LED lighting and enhanced thermal stability to ensure optimal performance under demanding conditions.

With its combination of cutting-edge speed, flexibility, and durability, the ThunderBlade X12 is positioned as the ultimate shuttle RAID for production professionals and a top-tier editing drive for high-end video workflows. Whether used for on-set data management or in post-production studios, this powerful RAID solution sets a new standard for Thunderbolt 5 storage technology. The OWC ThunderBlade X12 will be available in March.

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