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Sonnet Thunderbolt Pro P2 Card Reader

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Sonnet Thunderbolt Pro P2 Card Reader
Key Features
  • 1 x Thunderbolt Port
  • 1 x P2 Card Slot
  • 600 MB/s Data Transfer Speed
  • 10 Gb/s Thunderbolt Interface
Quickly and efficiently transfer data from Panasonic P2 memory cards to a Thunderbolt-equipped Mac using the Thunderbolt Pro P2 Card Reader from Sonnet. This bus-powered memory card reader requires no power adapter and comes equipped with a single Thunderbolt port that supports data transfer rates of up to 600 MB/s. When on the go, the aluminum enclosure helps to protect the card reader, making it easy to transfer files at home or in the field.
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Sonnet TB-P2 Overview

Quickly and efficiently transfer data from Panasonic P2 memory cards to a Thunderbolt-equipped Mac using the Thunderbolt Pro P2 Card Reader from Sonnet. This bus-powered memory card reader requires no power adapter and comes equipped with a single Thunderbolt port that supports data transfer rates of up to 600 MB/s. When on the go, the aluminum enclosure helps to protect the card reader, making it easy to transfer files at home or in the field.

The Thunderbolt Pro P2 Card Reader can be used with the Thunderbolt 2 interface, and using a separately-sold adapter, it can also be used with Thunderbolt 3. In addition to P2 cards, it supports microP2 cards using an adapter.

Please note that ExpressP2 cards are not supported.

General Features
Thunderbolt to P2 Memory Card Reader
Enables you to ingest files from P2 memory cards to any Mac with a Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 port
Bus Powered
Suitable for use with a laptop computer when no power outlet is available
Thunderbolt Interface
The 10 Gb/s Thunderbolt interface delivers fast performance
Fast File Transfers
Transfer data from P2 cards at speeds up to 600 MB/s
Supports Most P2 Cards
Supports most P2 memory cards and frame rates, including the P2 A-Series, P2 E-Series, P2 F-Series, and P2 R-Series, plus microP2 cards with an adapter (available separately)
Small and Rugged
The solid aluminum case measures just 3.6" wide by 4.5" long by 1.0" tall
Mac Compatibility
Mac with a Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 port
Mac with a Thunderbolt 3 port using an Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 3 adapter (available separately)
macOS 10.9.5 to 10.15.7
UPC: 732311011238

Sonnet TB-P2 Specs

Performance
Media Card Reader1 x P2
Host Computer InterfaceThunderbolt (10 Gb/s)
Power SourceThunderbolt Bus Power
General
Enclosure MaterialAluminum
Dimensions (W x H x D)3.6 x 1 x 4.5" / 9.1 x 2.5 x 11.4 cm
Packaging Info
Package Weight1.04 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)7.8 x 6.05 x 2.25"

Sonnet TB-P2 Reviews

Only half useful

By Martin
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2020-07-02

Bought a returned unit and I now see why it was returned, it ingests fairly fast but no faster than my old laptop with a pcmcia card slot. The way the laptop wins is that you can REFORMAT THE CARD using the Panasonic app, for some reason the Sonnet will not let you do this. Emptying the card before it goes back to the camera is a huge timesaver on a shoot, reformatting a P2 card in the camera is not only disruptive but it also changes the card volume name to 'NO NAME' not useful when you can keep the original name (card1, card2 ..etc) after formatting with the Panny app. Another irritant out in the field was that I'd have to reinstall the driver every time I restarted the mac. So only 3 stars and am glad I didn't pay full price!

USB 3.0 versusThunderbolt

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-01-21

As someone who has used the P2 Card reader in the past. I must say that theSonnet Thunderbolt Pro P2 Card Reader trounces it by far. This was the best investment for importing or ingesting media from Panasonic cameras.

Great product for the price!

By Daniel
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2016-11-27

Using this to transfer P2 cards to a Mac out in the field, 64GB cards take only 10 minutes!

$100 less than Panasonic P2 reader AND it's USB 3. AWESOME!

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2016-06-24

I was skeptical buying a 3rd party product, but after using it now at least 50 times, It's flawless. I transfer an almost full 64 gig card in about 10 to 12 minutes. The USB 3 seems to be making the difference. I am downloading to a 500g external SSD through my I7 macbook pro. The Sonnet P2 reader has beaten Panasonic on this. Being USB 3 and not 2 like Panasonic's has me sold. I would recommend this product to anyone. FYI the case is metal. Very durable. and has safety USB screw down so your cable can be attached securely and never come unplugged. Well done Sonnet.

Works well and fast

By AVL Supervisor
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2015-08-19

Works Great! Moved a 61GB file off the P2 card (from Panasonic AG HPX 250 camera) to the Macbook Pro (2014 model-loaded) in 13 minutes via thunderbolt. Serious time saver.

Faster than Lightening!

By Philip R.
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2015-06-22

I love this thing, hats off to Sonnet. I used to have to come in to work a couple of hours early to download my media after every shoot. P2 Cards are very reliable. However downloading your media is painfully slow. Until Now. The Thunderbolt P2 Reader is lightening fast. It works with both the Standard P2 Cards and P2 Adapter SDXC Cards. If you can use a lightening connecter this will speed up your work flow. I stopped using my P2 cards after the adapter came out because of the time it saved me. Now I can use my P2 Cards again. I can unload my 64 GB Cards in about 15 mins. Using a USB2 it took nearly 40. It would be nice if they also had a USB 3 port but that's a small complaint. If it did, every other editor in my office would steal it!

Super fast and reasonably priced

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-10-18

In considering all of the other options for P2 media readers this one is the best and fastest. The Panasonic one is only USB 3.0 and is over $450. The build quality is great and it is bus powered so no extra cables needed. I only wish it came in USB-C for the new MacBook Pro but works great with the adapter from Apple. B&H had the best price I could find and with free shipping and no tax its a win.

Great reader!

By Anonymous
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2017-01-29

Very easy to use with fast transfer speeds. Only draw back is the need to download drivers from sonnet's website before the device can be detected.

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question

Will this read ExpressP2 B Series cards?
Asked by: Anonymous
No, this reader will only support P2, P2-E Series, P2-F Series, and Micro P2 (with adapter sold separately) cards.
Answered by: Andrea O.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Micro P2?
Asked by: Peter B.
Yes -with adapter: Supported Media P2P2 E-seriesP2 F-seriesmicroP2 (with adapter available separately)
Answered by: Mark S.
Date published: 2018-08-26

Will this work with any USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 ...

Will this work with any USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 adapters or cables?
Asked by: Adam
Yes, with the proper adapter it will work with Thunderbolt 3.
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2020-10-13

Will this work with Mac OS 11.6.4?

Will this work with Mac OS 11.6.4?
Asked by: Agnes
Yes, the Sonnet Thunderbolt Pro P2 Card Reader is compatible with mac Monterey. Sonnet lists that it is, Mac (M1, M1 Pro, M1 Max) not compatible macOS® 10.9.5+ macOS Monterey compatible
Answered by: Robert
Date published: 2022-03-13

Will it work with a PC laptop with Thunderbolt ...

Will it work with a PC laptop with Thunderbolt port?
Asked by: Oleg
Sonnet only lists this as compatible with Mac OS X. It does not list Windows machines as compatible.
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2019-08-06

question

Does it come with the cable to go to Mac Pro
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, it comes with a .5 meter Thunderbolt cable
Answered by: Steve L. Sonnet Expert
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Will this read p2 E series
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, I have used this for years with the E and F series cards. This is a great card reader, so much better than the Panasonic readers I have used in the past.
Answered by: Kyle B.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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