DigiDesign releases MBOX 2!

[Lopes]

Given my experience with people over the course of my lifetime, I'd say that the most likely reason for everybody using Pro Tools is the name. Don't get me wrong, it's a fine program and a DAW pioneer, but nowadays most of the programs available are pretty much the same, capability wise. Some are slightly better than others in certain areas, but what it comes down to is personal preference. Personally, I use Sonar because I've basically grown up using Cakewalk programs and I've become quite comfortable with them, but I've learned to use Pro Tools quite well because if you ever work anywhere other than your home studio, you will run into it.

 

[metalkingdom]

I noticed that the M-box has USB. Does anyone know if the USB will pass audio, or is it used strictly for power?

 

[Kazrog]

I noticed that the M-box has USB. Does anyone know if the USB will pass audio, or is it used strictly for power?

USB passes both power and data. That's the whole point of the MBox - to get sound into your computer.

 

[Razorjack]

It's also the only reason the original M-box will only work in stereo pairs, USB 1.0 is unable to handle the data needed to record/playback more than 2 tracks at a time.

 

[metalkingdom]

USB passes both power and data. That's the whole point of the MBox - to get sound into your computer.

Duh. I need to seriously lay off the low grade chronic. Friend had a blowout sale - I couldn't resist...

Anyway, the new MBOX looks cool. I wish that there was a way to use the Firepods with it, or anything Digi.

 

[sorceron]

Duh. I need to seriously lay off the low grade chronic. Friend had a blowout sale - I couldn't resist...

Anyway, the new MBOX looks cool. I wish that there was a way to use the Firepods with it, or anything Digi.

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[James Murphy]

still limits you to 32 tracks? if so, not interested.

 

[kaomao]

still limits you to 32 tracks? if so, not interested.

Of course James, with mbox2 you have to work with PT LE
Well why didn't they include an adat in/out, without it, it's unuseful for multiple tracking.
it will costs like m-audio 1814 that has adat, so you can expand its in/out.

Maurizio

 

[James Murphy]

yeah..i know... just making a point about why i hate everything Pro Tools that's not a TDM system.

 

[sorceron]

yea thats one of the reasons im abandoning it. cant afford hd but I need more tracks. bleh.

 

[Impy]

Get a used mix plus system then? I mean if you want to continue using PT. I think you'll be happy with Logic tho, it's pretty easy to get to know, and 7.1 has some excellent new features.

 

[Andy Sneap]

it amazes me that everyone expects a full system for $500. You get what you pay for, the m box is an entry level product, good for learning, demos etc. I have Logic 7 also, hate it, but thats only because I'm so use to PT's.

 

[Hopkins-WitchfinderGeneral]

this 32 track gaff is just fucking shit, it should limited to what your system can handle, not what the digidesign a-holes want you use.

It is entry level, and thats fair enough, but i still don't like it.

 

[Benny H]

Get a used mix plus system then?

Just out of interest, do you see many.. or any, for sale here in Aus?

hmm.. this might seem a bit dumb. But in general, is there anywhere perhaps not so obvious I should look for used studio gear in Aus.. other than the usual suspects (trading post, ebay etc). Kinda silly question I know.. like.. 'where's the secret bargains club?!!' But yeah, I bought a C-Port a few years ago.. not really knowing much about what I was getting into, now I'm looking into stuff again, and I really want to get my head around the market a bit before stepping into anything more serious. Any advice appreciated


For anybody.. When was the first modern style pro tools produced?
How old would be too old when going the used PTs route?

 

[kaomao]

it amazes me that everyone expects a full system for $500. You get what you pay for, the m box is an entry level product, good for learning, demos etc. I have Logic 7 also, hate it, but thats only because I'm so use to PT's.

I don't think m-audio 1814 is a full system, but it has for 500 Eur adat inout so you can plug more stuff, mbox2 just 4 ins and the price is the same as m-audio 1814

Maurizio

 

[Impy]

Just out of interest, do you see many.. or any, for sale here in Aus?

Sorry man, can't help you there, i'm just a swede studying in australia
But i'm guessing ebay is a good bet to find most stuff.

 

[Benny H]

Oh, cool. I'm in Sth QLD so.. not so far I guess. Apparently I'll 'always be a Victorian' though.. eheh

 

[unsilpauly]

yeah..i know... just making a point about why i hate everything Pro Tools that's not a TDM system.

im with you james. tdm kicks ass but le is a serious cpu hog. i can run three times as many plugins in dp on the same computer as i can with protools le. i am gonna get a tdm rig when i can afford it but til then ill definetly go dp when i have the choice.

 

[Impy]

Oh, cool. I'm in Sth QLD so.. not so far I guess. Apparently I'll 'always be a Victorian' though.. eheh

I'm in byron so i'm guessing it isn't...
But then again since i am in byron i'm barely in australia, at least there's hardly any aussies here

 

[Nitronium Blood]

Fuck The Eastern States