The new Pro Tools software that works with M-Audio interfaces
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PRODUCT: Pro Tools M-Powered Recording Software
PLATFORM: Windows XP/ Mac OS X
SUMMARY: This is big news: Pro Tools has released a version of their Pro Tools LE that works with some M-Audio cards and interfaces. For starters it will work with the 2496 series and the new 192 series PCI cards as well as the M-Audio Firewire 410 and 1814 and Ozonic. My big complaint prior to this release was that Pro Tools LE was "proprietary" meaning it only worked with their hardware. Now this opens up a wealth of possibilites. The files will be fully compatible with other versions of Pro Tools and will come with a suite of effects including a lite version of Ableton Live. The full info is below. Should be in the store mid May. Be watching for a free clinic soon.
DETAILS: Below are the details lifted from the M-Audio site:
Features
* Award-winning audio recording, editing, and mixing
* 32 simultaneous audio tracks
* Fully integrated MIDI sequencing with 256 simultaneous MIDI tracks
* Includes over 30 free RTAS and AudioSuite plug-ins, including EQ, dynamics, delays, reverb, and more
* Easily stream output from ReWire applications like Ableton Live
directly into Pro Tools M-Powered software for further mixing and
processing
* Unique Beat Detective LE automatic groove analysis and correction tool
* Supports Digidesign's Command|8 control surface for hands-on mixing
* Huge selection of optional plug-ins and applications available from Digidesign and Digidesign Development Partners
* Works on Windows XP and Mac OS X systems
Pro Tools M-Powered is an exciting new version of Digidesign's
award-winning Pro Tools software designed to work with select M-Audio
hardware interfaces. An ideal way to professionally record, edit, and
mix your music, Pro Tools M-Powered software includes many of the same
features that top studios rely on to produce Grammy-winning albums and
Academy Award-winning film sound.
Pro Tools M-Powered software opens a new door for you to take
advantage of the recording industry's most popular audio/MIDI
production software using a variety of M-Audio interfaces. Plus, you've
also got access to additional Digidesign and Digidesign Development
Partner products designed specifically for Pro Tools including the
Command|8 control surface.
Pro Tools M-Powered software is surprisingly easy to use, and is
completely cross-platform, supporting both Windows XP- and Mac OS
X-based computers. What's more, sessions created with Pro Tools
M-Powered software will open on both Digidesign Pro Tools TDM and LE
systems, giving you instant compatibility with countless Pro
Tools-equipped project and professional studios around the world.
Professional Recording, Editing & Mixing
Pro Tools M-Powered software gives M-Audio hardware enthusiasts a
new way to tap into the powerful recording, editing, and mixing
features of Pro Tools. With up to 32 simultaneous tracks of 16- or
24-bit digital audio, and support for up to 96 kHz sample rates, you've
got the tools and options you need to record yourself or an entire
band.
Once you've done your recording, you can fine-tune your
performances with Pro Tools unmatched nondestructive editing tools.
Shape sounds, compose parts, and add effects with RTAS (real-time
AudioSuite) instrument and effects plug-ins. Create polished mixes with
professional mixing features and full mixer automation. Automatically
analyze and tighten percussion tracks with Beat Detective LE. With Pro Tools M-Powered, you've got the tools
you need to create professional mixes wherever you want to take your
music.
Integrated MIDI Sequencing
In addition to professional audio editing and mixing, Pro Tools
M-Powered software also includes a fully integrated MIDI sequencer allowing you to record, edit, and mix up to 256 MIDI tracks alongside
your audio. Use loop recording to quickly develop a multi-layered drum
beat; then, take advantage of Groove Quantize to give it the right
feel. Use MIDI Step Input to lay down a difficult passage. Use your
favorite instrument plug-in to get the sound you're after. With Pro
Tools M-Powered, your MIDI composing options are wide open.
Plug-ins Galore
Pro Tools M-Powered software not only provides access to
award-winning Pro Tools software you're also instantly able to take
advantage of a variety of products designed by the recording industry's largest professional third-party developer community. From powerful
host-based instruments to affordable effects processing plug-ins that
emulate expensive vintage outboard gear, Digidesign Development
Partners make a wide range of products compatible with Pro Tools
M-Powered software.
Pro Tools M-Powered software supports RTAS and AudioSuite plug-ins.
Similar to Digidesign Pro Tools TDM and LE systems, Pro Tools M-Powered
includes more than 30 DigiRack & Bomb Factory plug-ins, including
EQ, dynamics, delay, reverb, and many more. Pro Tools M-Powered
software also supports ReWire, allowing you to stream the output of
your favorite ReWire-compatible application directly into Pro Tools for
further mixing and processing. Finally, you may also take advantage of
the huge selection of VST plug-ins on the market via FXpansion's VST-to-RTAS Adapter.
Flexible and Portable
Pro Tools M-Powered software works with a variety of M-Audio
interfaces, from the Audiophile 2496, with its small footprint and
basic I/O functionality, up to the comprehensive 18-in/14-out FireWire
1814 interface, and Ozonic, the integrated 37-key audio/MIDI FireWire
interface and controller. Plus, M-Audio FireWire peripherals are
powered from the computer's FireWire bus (6-pin FireWire port
required), providing a new variety of completely portable, go-anywhere
FireWire-based Pro Tools workstations.
Seamless Session Interchange
Sessions created with Pro Tools M-Powered software may be opened
with any Windows XP- or Mac OS X-based Digidesign Pro Tools TDM or LE
system, giving you unprecedented production options for your music.
Seamlessly collaborate with other musicians using Pro Tools M-Powered
or Pro Tools LE systems. Easily take your projects to a Pro
Tools|HD-equipped recording studio to have it mixed by a pro. With Pro
Tools M-Powered, select M-Audio interface owners instantly become
members of the largest community of digital audio workstation users in
the world.
MORE INFORMATION: Pro Tools at the M-Audio Official site
