G-SPEED Shuttle XL 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array with Two ev Bay Adapters
Best high-capacity storage for professional 8K and VR video editors.
The G-SPEED Shuttle XL is a high-performance 72TB RAID array designed for demanding creative professionals. It excels in 4K, 8K, and VR editing workflows, offering massive storage and rapid data transfer via dual 40 Gb/s Thunderbolt 3 ports. With sustained transfer rates up to 1500 MB/s, it utilizes reliable enterprise-grade 7200 RPM hard drives. The array features six 3.5" bays and two integrated ev Series bays for flexible portable drive integration. It supports multiple RAID configurations for data protection and performance, and allows for easy expansion through daisy-chaining.
$4999.95
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
1
/ 188
Best Hard Drive Arrays
Price vs Category Average
+135%
Above average
Storage Capacity
72
/ TB
Who it's for
- Professional editors handling high-resolution 4K and 8K video workflows
- Field videographers needing fast, seamless offloading from portable drives
- Data-heavy studios requiring massive capacity and reliable hardware redundancy
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious creators seeking affordable desktop storage solutions
- Editors working in quiet spaces who prioritize a silent environment
- Users who rely on diverse, non-proprietary external media formats
Performance breakdown
Data Throughput
Blazing Thunderbolt 3 speeds handle demanding 8K and VR workflows effortlessly.
Storage Capacity
Massive 72TB footprint accommodates even the most expansive creative project libraries.
Workflow Versatility
Integrated ev Series bays provide seamless integration for portable drive transfers.
Data Redundancy
Comprehensive RAID support ensures critical project files remain protected against failure.
Scalability
Daisy-chaining capabilities allow for easy expansion as your storage needs grow.
Build Reliability
Enterprise-grade drives offer the long-term stability required for professional production environments.
Key Specs
Storage Capacity
72TB
Interface
Dual 40 GB/s Thunderbolt 3 ports
Drive Bays
Six 3.5" HDD bays plus two ev Series bays
Transfer Rates
Up to 1500 MB/s sustained
Drive Type
Enterprise 7200 RPM hard drives
RAID Support
RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10
Daisy-chain Support
Up to 5 additional devices
Enclosure Type
8-Bay RAID Array
Features
- Massive 72TB storage for large projects
- High-speed Thunderbolt 3 for fast editing
- Supports 4K, 8K, and VR workflows
- Flexible ev Series drive bay integration
- Configurable RAID for data safety and speed
- Enterprise drives ensure reliability
- Expandable storage via daisy-chaining
- Desktop form factor for easy setup
What customers say
Professionals highly regard the GSPEED Shuttle XL as a mission critical storage solution, praising its blistering speed via Thunderbolt 3 for handling demanding 4K and 8K video workflows without issue. Users consistently describe it as a reliable workhorse, supported by hardware RAID for essential data security. The included ev Bay Adapters significantly boost workflow flexibility, allowing quick ingestion from portable drives. While the initial cost is high, the consensus is that this device delivers exceptional performance and redundancy. It is an indispensable tool for serious media professionals prioritizing speed and dependable data management.
Know before you buy
This array is designed for high-bandwidth tasks, specifically 4K, 8K, and VR editing. With sustained transfer rates up to 1500 MB/s, it provides the speed necessary to handle large, uncompressed media files without stuttering.
The two ev Series bays allow you to directly insert G-Technology portable drives into the array. This makes it easy to offload footage from a field drive or back up specific project files without needing extra cables or external enclosures.
Yes, the system supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10. You can choose RAID 0 for maximum performance and capacity, or RAID 5 or 6 if you need to protect your data against potential drive failures.
Yes, you can expand your setup by daisy-chaining up to five additional Thunderbolt 3 devices to the array. This allows you to scale your storage capacity as your project library grows.
The unit uses enterprise-grade 7200 RPM hard drives designed for high-reliability environments. While the drives are user-accessible for maintenance, they are intended to be kept as a matched set to ensure the stability of your RAID configuration.
The G-SPEED Shuttle XL requires a Thunderbolt 3 port to achieve its advertised transfer speeds. It is optimized for high-end workstations and laptops that support the 40 Gb/s Thunderbolt 3 standard.
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