Avid Mbox is one of a new range of 'hardware only' USB Audio Interfaces from Avid. For the first time in Avid's history, they have released a range of audio interfaces, or soundcards, which can run with 3rd party recording software. With Avid Mbox, you receive just an Mbox family interface that you can now use with your favourite recording or music creation platform (please note: Pro Tools Software NOT included!)
Avid Mbox, delivers a complete, integrated, computer-based music creation and production system. The Mbox standalone interface introduces advanced recording technology for exceptional quality. A premium analog signal path and high-performance converters deliver pristine 24-bit, 96kHz sound. Stringent testing standards ensure rock-solid performance in the most demanding environments. The Mbox interface is packed with tons of advanced features that make it easy to get great results. Mbox boasts the same professional-grade soft-clip limiter circuit found in Digidesign's 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 usb audio interface, your sessions will move at the speed of your creativity.
Record, edit, and mix performances with stunning sound quality that the Mbox standalone offers. You can easily connect mics, instruments, monitors, and other analog, digital, and/or MIDI gear with your computer to capture and create studio-quality productions. You can pair the Mbox interface with your favorite audio recording or music creation software including Pro Tools, Logic, Live, Fruity Loops, Cubase, and more. No matter what you choose, they’ll always sound amazing, as Mbox interfaces were designed by the same team who created our top-of-the-line Pro Tools HD Series interfaces, giving customers the sonic clarity of interfaces costing much more.