Digidesign Mbox 2 family

The Digidesign Mbox 2 family comes in a few shapes and sizes depending on your needs. Everything from a micro usb key that only powers Pro-Tools to a Pro version that comes close to rivaling the Digi 003 family.

There are many choices to choose from and you should take into account all the possible scenarios you might encounter. There's nothing worse than trying to record something like drum with an interface that can only handle two or three mics.

Click here for the Mbox Micro
Click here for the Mbox 2
Click here for the Mbox Pro

So be sure you want a small interface before you part with your cash. Otherwise check out the Digi 003 if you want enough tracks for drums for example.

Mbox micro

I would recommend the Micro only for users that already have nice pre-amps or interfaces and only need access to the Pro-Tools system. As it doesn't have any inputs, outputs or anything like that it is really only a dongle used to run Pro-Tools.

mbox 2

Digidesign Mbox 2 Audio Interface

Mbox 2 is a next-generation USB-powered audio/MIDI production system that builds on the performance and simplicity of the original Mbox Digidesigns most popular personal studio system ever. Featuring a wide range of connection options, including analog, digital, and MIDI I/O, Mbox 2 delivers professional performance in an incredibly compact package.

Included is the award-winning, easy-to-use Pro Tools LE 8 software, which offers many of the same features that top studios rely on to produce Grammy-winning albums and Academy Awardwinning film sound. Projects created with Mbox and Pro Tools LE software also open on Pro Tools HD and Pro Tools M-Powered systems providing instant compatibility with countless Pro Tools equipped project and professional studio around the globe.

This Mbox is a great option for the home studio enthusiast that wants to be able to record a few instruments like guitar and vocals. As it only has a couple of inputs it is perfect for singer/songwriters or producers only needing Pro Tools to work on.

Mbox pro

The Mbox Pro is at the top of the Mbox family of interfaces. It sports 6 inputs, but only 2 of them are XLR inputs. So if you need a more hardcore solution to your recording , i.e. if you are recording drums or similar things that need more inputs I recommend checking out Digidesign's Digi line of interfaces.

For a more advanced Digidesign interface, check out their Digi line

For an introduction on Pro Tools, click here

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