Total simultaneous channels of I/O: 8/8

Simultaneous analog inputs/outputs: 6/6

Mic preamps: 4

Inserts: 4

Instrument DIs: 2

Phantom Power: 48V

Maximum resolution: 24-bit/192 kHz

Midi I/O: 1/1

Stereo headphone outputs: 2 (1/4")

Connection: FireWire

Power source: Included power supply

Software included: Pro Tools 9 software

Over 70 effects and virtual instruments

Dimensions: 13.74 x 7.56 x 2.28 inches (34.9 x 19.2 x 5.8 cm)

Weight: 6.17 lbs (2.8 kg)

Minimum System Requirements

Mac RequirementsOperating System:
OS X Leopard 10.5.8

Snow Leopard 10.6.3

Memory: 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended)

Storage: 6 GB free disk space

Processor: Intel (no PowerPC support)

Other: One native FireWire port

PC RequirementsOperating System:
Windows XP 32-bit SP3

Windows Vista 32-bit SP2

Windows 7 32-bit Native

Windows 7 64-bit Native

Memory: 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended)

Storage: 5 GB free disk space

Other: One native FireWire port

Compatibile with ASIO, Core Audio, WDM, MME, and multi-client drivers

Avid Pro Tools Mbox Pro FireWire Audio

Professionals around the world have long been using Pro Tools systems to create award-winning music and sound for film and TV. Now you can get the same world-class results in your personal studio with Avid Pro Tools Mbox Pro--a complete, integrated, computer-based music creation and production system. Designed by the same engineering team responsible for the high-end Pro Tools HD systems, the Mbox hardware interface features a premium analog signal path and high-performance converters for exceptional sound. Pro Tools LE software is included to deliver everything you need to compose, record, edit, and mix music. The Avid Mbox Pro also provides third-party drivers for rock-solid integration with nearly every popular audio recording application.

Features

- Compatible with most major audio software
- Pro Tools 9, Logic, Live, Cubase, and more
- FireWire connection
- Professional-grade circuitry and converters deliver exceptional audio performance
- Up to 24-bit, 192 kHz sample rates*
- Soft-clip limiter lets you track hot signals without clipping--providing a classic overdriven tape saturation sound
- Built-in guitar tuner
- Onboard DSP offers flexible cue mixing and reverb effects
- Assignable Pro Tools multi-function button on interface gives you fast access to software functions
- Connect up to three pairs of monitors or do 5.1 surround mixing**
- Includes Pro Tools LE 9 Software

*Up to 96 kHz sample rates supported with Pro Tools LE 9 software.
**Mixing 5.1 surround sound in Pro Tools 9 requires Complete Production Toolkit.

Premium quality

Designed by the same engineering team behind our top-of-the-line Pro Tools HD systems, the Mbox Pro interface features advanced recording technology for exceptional quality. A premium analog signal path and high-performance 24-bit, 192kHz* converters deliver pristine sound. Stringent testing standards ensure rock-solid performance in the most demanding environments.

Unsurpassed flexibility

The Mbox Pro interface is also compatible with other major recording applications, so you can make music any way you want. All-new drivers provide superior performance with Logic, Live, Record, Reason, Fruity Loops, Cubase, Nuendo, Sonar, and more. So go ahead, use your favorite third-party DAW from start to finish--or record with the included Pro Tools LE software to ensure your sessions are compatible with pro studios around the world. No matter how you work, you'll sound great with Mbox Pro.

Advanced functionality

The Mbox Pro interface is packed with tons of advanced features that make it easy to get great results. Mbox Pro provides the same professional-grade soft-clip limiter circuit found in our high-end Pro Tools HD 192 I/O audio interface, so you can track much hotter signals without overloading the inputs and clipping. Built-in reverb helps you deliver more inspiring vocal and instrumental performances--without taxing your computer processor. The integrated guitar tuner enables you to tune your guitar, bass, and other instruments directly from the interface. And a Pro Tools multi-function button makes it easy to access common software parameters--like tap session tempo, start/stop record, and create a new track--right from the front of the interface. With Mbox Pro, your sessions will move at the speed of your creativity.

Pro Tools 9 Software Features

- Award-winning Pro Tools recording, editing, and mixing
- 48 simultaneous stereo audio tracks (expandable with Toolkit options)
- Includes over 70 professional effects and virtual instruments
- Professional MIDI sequencing with dedicated MIDI Editor window
- Integrated Score Editor based on award-winning Sibelius notation software
- Full Elastic Time and Elastic Pitch to easily adjust timing and pitch on your tracks
- Unique Beat Detective automatic groove analysis and correction tool
- ReWire support for streaming your favorite applications right into Pro Tools
- Huge selection of compatible third-party plug-ins and software options
- Works on Windows and Mac computers

Bundled Software

In addition to an incredible 8 GB collection of pro-quality loops from industry sound heavyweights Big Fish Audio, Pro Tools software includes a comprehensive bundle of amazing virtual instruments, effects, and utility plug-ins.

*Ships With Pro Tools 9 software