![]() User reviews: Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini. I needed an audio interface to connect two inputs my mixer, or directly to my guitar and my microphone. I wanted an Edirol UA- 2. I would have bought Sonar HS 4, but for the same price (at least here Montral), Pro Tools LE seemed suprieur. I did not need to because I have a MIDI M- Audio Keystation 4. USB. I have an AMD Athlon 1. GHz - 7. 68. MB - 4. GB (I know it's not super short .. It has the instruments is my Gibson ES- 1. C (gniale for that matter!) Which passes through the direct box Behringer Ultra- G, my Shure SM5. Behringer Eurorack 1. Issuu is a digital publishing platform that makes it simple to publish magazines, catalogs, newspapers, books, and more online. Easily share your publications and get them in front of Issuu’s millions of monthly readers. Title: Avid Pro Tools Express with Mbox Mini. Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Pro Tools Mbox Pro (3rd gen) at Amazon.com. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. Amazon Try Prime All Go Departments Hello. Sign in Account & Lists Sign in Account & Lists. Use Mbox Mini with Pro Tools Express or your favorite audio software. No matter what you choose, your music will always sound amazing. I branch also an old cassette player and a turntable rcuprer sounds. I do not really understand what I had to note in this section, but if it is to see if the product silent well for my needs, so everything runs well, but 7. MB RAM is limited, so 9 / 1. UTILIZATIONInstalling Pro Tools is very simple .. I did not, so I have to disassemble the computer and insert the family DVD player (FIRST TIME I opened a computer!). It's a bit embtant, but good installation is fast and simple so .. I have not met the asking incompatibility problem, but I have t say a little surprised to know that Pro Tools LE did not read the VST, and other small stuff like that. Unfortunately the manual is virtual and is 5. English. The French version is available on the Digidesign .. In short, I keep my eyes and my sanity, so I'm going dbrouiller no manual! As for the config is happiness. The MBox is not ncssite in any configuration, it does not . In fact, Pro Tools, which runs everything, and it is clear, simple and easy to use even for a beginners like me. J'enlve 2 points for the short term frustration (DVD and manual), but long term you realize the quality and simplicity of the product. GETTING STARTEDAs I said above, no driver Tlcharger or even start during use. Pro Tools is a kind of software matre, which is handy. Having no internet connection on that machine, I have not performed up to date, and I will not if I have no problem .. With such Kompakt VST and Lounge Lizard, j'optiens latency of 9 or 8 ms. In fact, when I play the guitar, for example, a project of PT, the buffer size must be a 1. Ds that I add, there is a time limit! But Obviously, ds I played with a backing track, the 1. In short, the performance is somewhat dcevante, but may be is it my RAM enough? After the buffer size (in 2. ![]() I can read dozens of tracks, it's enough for me (my projects include more than 1. Buffer with 1. 28, I can not read more than 3 or 4 recording. I know all this info is a little shaky, but hey I'm beginners and I do not force me too Systm .. OVERALL OPINIONGood and most important: - The quality of sound is exceptional - The bundle pack is trs INTERESTED - The MBox 2 Mini is REALLY mini, pretty, strong and easy to use trs trs The mini- pro, it's - say they do not pay for stuff that is not used, it is not a gimmick: There are two entrances equipped with pramps although correct, a power supply famtome and two outputs. Nothing more simple, no digital I / O, no buttons everywhere, not I / O MIDI. Obviously, some need it, but the Mini is not for them. It REPRESENTATIVES probably the best available audio interface that price, in terms of quality (sound and professional). ![]() In terms of features, it is as necessary .. I was good enough for me. I do not put 1. 0 as the incompatibility of VST (not announced), the ncssit the DVD player (still not announced .. C ' is made believes that . Well I'm 1. 6 and I'm not at all. A good product for APRS me! AVID Mbox Pro 3 Review : The New Mbox. For many years, Mbox interfaces were the entrance ticket to Pro Tools and were an essential tool for home studio owners who wanted to use the famous Digidesign (now AVID) platform. But things have changed a lot recently and now Pro Tools 9 can be used with any digital audio interface. The Mbox series also changed. Even if they already supported other sequencers in the past, they can now be used (and more than ever) with other programs like Cubase, Logic and company. However, the link between Pro Tools and the Mbox is still very strong, especially in terms of some very appealing bundles. Let's start by unpacking the Mbox Pro. Out of the Box. Inside the nice black box with the AVID logo is the interface itself, which makes a good impression at first sight. The design is very appealing, professional but not austere. It looks quite sturdy due to the fact that it has a metal housing and not less due to its heaviness (6. With such a weight, you can be sure it wont slip down from your desk! The dimensions are also generous: 1. The knobs are made out of plastic but seem quite rugged. The look of the new Mbox generation is pretty convincing. AVID did a very nice job compared to former versions. However, mobile sound freaks will find that the weight and bulky dimensions of the Mbox Pro are no advantage. In that case we recommend the Mbox and Mbox Mini, which are lighter and ought to be enough if you don't need many ins/outs. However, it's important to point out that the three interfaces don't have the same specs (S/N ratio, dynamic range, etc.), so the differences between the three models are not limited to the number of connections. Now, let's have a look at the front and rear panels.. Panels. On the well- equipped rear panel you have six analog outs and four analog ins on 1/4. You also get four inserts on 1/4. The inserts are placed between the preamp and the A/D converter in the signal path. The effect send and return are in the same TRS jack (tip=send, ring=return, sleeve=ground). You also get a stereo Aux input on RCAs or minijack. On the right corner there are two mic inputs (3 and 4) on XLR connectors, while on the left corner you have a pair of Fire. Wire ports. Notice that the interface must be connected to its external PSU because it cannot be powered via the Fire. Wire bus of the computer. AVID Mbox Pro 3 Review Avid Mbox 3 Pro FireWire audio interface of the Mbox series User Reviews: Average used price: $315 Add to my gear list Info News Media Review. ![]() The Avid Mbox Mini is a solid audio interface, and Pro Tools Express is a great way to get started recording and producing your own music; the limitations may prove a little frustrating for pro users, though. Pro Tools 9 Mbox Mini: Amazon.ca: Musical Instruments, Stage & Studio Amazon.ca Try Prime Musical Instruments, Stage & Studio Go Shop by Department EN Hello. Use Pro Tools with Mbox Pro for maximum speed and creativity and get total session compatibility with Pro Tools studios worldwide. Reviews Write Your Review AVID MBOX 3 Pro Firewire Interface with Pro Tools 12 Be the first to review this product! Reviews Digidesign M Box 2 Mini USB Audio Interface . I then tried playing I. Reviews Avid Pro Tools Mbox USB Audio MIDI Interface Hardware > Audio Interface Published February 2011 By Sam Inglis Now that Pro Tools fans can choose any interface they like, do Avid's latest Mboxes offer enough to keep their users in the fold. Finally, a D- Sub port provides you with a MIDI in/out on 5- pin DIN connectors, a coaxial S/PDIF connector and a BNC to feed it a wordclock signal using the provided breakout cable. The only regret of the connections is the lack of an ADAT connector! The front panel is also very comprehensive: a pair of XLR/TRS combos for mic inputs 1 and 2 and the two instrument inputs. They all have two switches: the first one to switch between the front inputs 1/2 (mic and instrument) and the two rear line inputs, and the second one to activate the soft limiter (which is a very rare feature on interfaces in this price range). Also notice that all four gain controls are push/pull pots allowing you to activate - 2. B pads. In the middle of the front panel, you'll find four meters with eight- LEDs each. Next to the meters, there are two buttons: the first one can be assigned to different Pro Tools functions (we already mentioned that the link between the house's own hardware and software is still strong!) while the other one allows you to turn the 4. V phantom power on/off. You also get two fully independent headphones outputs: they are assigned to different channels and have their own volume control. On the right corner you'll find a big volume control as well as three keys assigned to the master out: a Dim/Mute switch that allows you to cut or decrease the volume of the main output, a Mono switch, and a Speaker button to toggle between three pairs of monitor speakers connected to the analog outs on the rear panel. Once again: very nice! Now, let's talk about the software.. Driver. We won't beat around the bush: the software impressed us a lot due to its a well- designed and convenient virtual mixer. Once you install the driver, you'll access a clear and easily readable GUI. First of all, notice that there are several layouts provided. These allow you to order the faders horizontally or vertically, or even to hide them so that only the meters are displayed. The design is quite standard: on the left side you'll find all eight hardware inputs, on the right side all eight software returns (of your sequencer); all of them can be renamed. On each channel, you have a level meter, a pan control, mute and solo buttons, a virtual fader and a link button to create stereo channels. Apart form that, you can also adjust the send level to the FX bus. The latter provides you with not less than six reverb algorithms (three rooms, two halls and one plate), a delay and an echo. Each effect has two parameters: duration and feedback. In the master section, you can adjust the stereo width from mono to stereo, you can mute the left or right channels and invert them: very practical. Finally, on the right bottom corner is the stereo return of the FX bus. The audio interface has six stereo hardware outs: three line- level analog outs, one digital S/PDIF out and two phones outs. These six output pairs are fully independent so that you can assign them different mixes. You can even route a software return or an input directly to an output by simply selecting the source below the output name. Let's end with some additional features: a tuner for guitar players (they can connect directly to the instrument input), and the possibility to display the signal flow from the input to the output. You can also adjust different parameters in the setup menu: sampling rate, clock source, and even a high- pass filter for the first four inputs. You can also select the operating mode of the interface: standalone (AD/DA converter, mixer or preamp) and various GUI settings (pre/post fader meters, etc.). In short, the software of the Mbox Pro is fully packed with features and it is easy to learn and use. We like the fact that six different sources can be assigned to the six hardware outputs. During the review, the interface was very reliable with our i. Mac (2. 01. 1 model). We would've liked to have some more processing capabilities, for example an EQ or a compressor. However, singers have the possibility to get a reverb in their monitoring headphones.. They say they like that! Good, it's time to get the sequencers running and plug our instruments! Mboxed. We used several sequencers for the review: Pro Tools 9, of course, but also Cubase 6 in order to check out the behavior of the interface with a third- party software. With Pro Tools you can use the Multi button on the front panel to assign it to different functions: add a track, recording start/stop, tap tempo, go to previous/next marker or save. We didn't have a problem with Cubase and the Core. Audio driver, except for the fact that the actual in/out numbers on the hardware didn't match the numbers displayed in the sequencer, which is a bit annoying but not insurmountable. The system was very stable. The sound samples were made using Cubase. As for latency time, we were able to work with an input and output latency of 2,7. Cubase, setting the driver to 3. In order to assess the quality of the preamps and converters, we compared them to the RME Babyface. We fed the same signal (an Oktava MK- 0. Y- cable) into both interfaces. After having calibrated the input level on the interfaces (we placed a microphone in front of a speaker playing white noise), we recorded the signal in two different Cubase 6 sessions (one with the Babyface, the other one with the Mbox Pro). Where headroom is concerned, the Mbox ensures the same performance as the Babyface (we set the gain control to 1. When it comes to sound, it's almost impossible to decide between both interfaces, as both of them deliver very good results. Just listen to both sound samples: 0. Conclusion. The new Mbox Pro interface is a success: it offers a very nice design, it is robust, provides very comprehensive connections, and includes an easy- to- use virtual mixer. Add the effect section and you get a very appealing audio interface, even if it is not perfect. In fact, we missed an ADAT in/out and some additional effects like an EQ and/or a compressor. Moreover, the weight and the size of this interface are not that convenient for mobile recording. When it comes to software, although the system worked perfectly with Cubase, we recommend to use it with Pro Tools for several reasons. First, the convenient Multi button you can assign to different functions, but especially because of the Pro Tools 9 bundles that can save you up to $2. Mbox Pro alone costs $7. Pro Tools 9). Users of other sequencers might want to check competitor products that provide more features for the same price. But if you are looking for a high- quality audio interface and want to start working with Pro Tools 9 without spending a lot of money, the Mbox range is the way to go. Pros. Cons. Sturdy. Comprehensive analog connections. Good sounding preamps and converters. Integrated reverb and delay effects. Appealing bundle price with Pro Tools 9. A bit expensive without bundle. Heavy and bulky. No ADAT connection. No EQ nor compressor in the FX section.
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