Avid now takes audio recording, production and mixing to a whole new level with the Mbox Pro. It features 8 simultaneous inputs in total. Four of these are mic preamps with phantom power, (two of these are XLR/DI combos inputs and the other 2 are standard XLR). All of these feature a high pass filter. Then the other four are ¼ inch TRS inputs. In addition there are 2 RCA inputs and 1 mini TRS input. The outputs include 6 balanced ¼ inch TRS and 2 stereo headphone outputs with volume controls. The I/O section includes stereo digital S/PDIF, midi and word clock all on separate breakout cable.
Of course Firewire is included as well as completely pro AD/DA converters for clear, focused sound translation. The input section features a 'softclip limiter' which prevents distortion at the recording stage. It also let's a producer track signals a lot hotter without the fear of clipping. This makes better use of the converters as well as increase the signal to noise ratio, capturing much better quality recording as a result.
To take even more advantage of this, you can patch an outboard effects unit into the insert point and track with your favorite vintage compressor or limiter. It also includes a built-in guitar/bass tuner, onboard processing for effects like reverb (great when tracking vocals), a monitor volume knob, a versatile multifunction button and a monitor section with dim, mute, mono, alt source and speaker switching. So you have full control over exactly what you want to hear at all times, unlike most other units. And all this without even needing to buy a monitor control unit.
The Avid Mbox Pro is also totally compatible with all major DAW's like Logic, Ableton Live and Cubase etc. While the hardware has the capability to record up to 24bit, 192khz audio, Pro Tools LE only supports up to 96khz functionality. It ships with Pro Tools LE 8 right now but the option to buy it with Pro Tools 9 is on it's way (at a higher price though). With Pro Tools 9 you even have the option of using the software without the MBox Pro attached at all. This is a revolutionary new move by Avid and just goes to show how committed they are to making products that their customers actually really need. You will need to keep the iLok connected though however.
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