Cheapest way to have pro tools

[Dollarosa]

I need pro tools for project conversion. I mix in logic, but have been getting a few projects that required me to convert the pro tools session. I will not be mixing or recording in it, just need the software to consolidate the files so I can import them. Cheers

 

[cfh11]

http://apps.avid.com/ProToolsFirst/

 

[MartijnPaauwe]

I've read that you can't import or export session files with Pro Tools First.

 

[egan.]

I think the cheapest way is to ask your clients to consolidate and export their wavs or at least save as OMF. Short of that I think you just have to buy a copy.

 

[Dollarosa]

Yea, that is the problem. The engineer does not want to convert the files. I don't mind paying for a version at all. Do I need specific hardware?? I use an rme fireface, so thinking I may need to buy a mbox or something? Cheers for the replies

 

[egan.]

Yea, that is the problem. The engineer does not want to convert the files. I don't mind paying for a version at all. Do I need specific hardware?? I use an rme fireface, so thinking I may need to buy a mbox or something? Cheers for the replies

No specific hardware for PT 9/10/11. I ran 9 and 10 with an RME UFX flawlessly.

 

[Winston Wolf]

I've read that you can't import or export session files with Pro Tools First.

Too bad if it's true.That feature would be the only reason to use PT First.

 

[Machinated]

second hand copy/student discount.

well worth having a copy of PT in general IMO.

 

[blags]

Ask for OMF....

 

[LeSedna]

Yes, PT First will only be a stripped down version of PT. No mp3, only audio import and export (not projects), and only avid plugins available via the in-app avid store.

 

[rapucore]

Yea, that is the problem. The engineer does not want to convert the files.

What the hell

 

[RickPart]

I think the cheapest way is to buy This:

Avid Fast Track Solo With Pro Tools Express

and then this:

Pro Tools 11 - Upgrade from Pro Tools Express

 

[MartijnPaauwe]

What the hell

That's what crossed my mind at first as well

 

[Dollarosa]

Cheers everyone