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With an extensive range of audio and MIDI I/O, high-definition audio resolution, the creativity and speed of industry-standard Pro Tools software, high-speed FireWire connectivity, and a big, comprehensive bundle of powerful music software included for free, the Digidesign 003 Rack Factory empowers you to achieve the same professional audio results as commercial facilities in your own personal recording studio. And Pro Tools LE provides everything you need (and then some) to compose, record, edit, mix, and master audio for music and desktop post production projects—with truly professional results. The Hub of Your Personal StudioThe 003 Rack Factory offers an extensive array of analog and digital audio and MIDI I/O, making it the ideal hub of any home or project studio, or a powerful complement to an existing setup. You can connect just about any instrument and device found in your studio to 003. Plug in your guitar or bass for direct recording, connect line-level instruments such as synths or samplers, or capture sound from any source though a connected microphone—the interface's premium mic preamps deliver the utmost sound clarity. And with its studio-grade 24-bit/96 kHz audio resolution, you can expect stunning, high-definition sound every time.In addition, the Digidesign 03 Rack Factory provides the I/O you need to connect your MIDI gear, optical devices (such as ADAT), and S/PDIF digital equipment, and also features BNC Word Clock I/O to sync 003 to other external devices in your studio. It can also function in standalone MIDI mode, allowing you to integrate it into your MIDI setup sans computer. Plus, its FireWire connectivity ensures high-speed data transfers between 003 and your Windows- or Mac-based computer system—just plug 003 in and it's ready to go.Fuel Your Creativity with Pro ToolsThe 003 Rack Factory comes with award-winning Pro Tools LE software, which offers the ultimate in recording, editing, and mixing power and flexibility. It also provides many of the same professional Pro Tools features that commercial studios rely on to produce chart-topping albums and sound for major motion pictures. You can perform just about every facet of music and audio production with Pro Tools LE. Compose music and loops quickly and easily. Generate sounds and ideas through virtual instrument performances. Sequence MIDI tracks to perfection with impeccable timing. Edit MIDI and audio waveforms nondestructively with complete precision. Punch in and out of parts effortlessly to fix recorded passages. Take advantage of the most powerful automation in the industry to add motion to your music. Create high-quality mixes with access to a wide range of professional effects and signal processing plug-ins. Even work with HD video projects right in Pro Tools LE for audio post production.Not only does Pro Tools LE software offer an unparalleled breadth of creative options to help you develop ideas and bring them to fruition, it offers plenty of speed-enhancing and customizing features that enable you to work the way you want with the utmost efficiency. Make multiple changes to your mix configuration on the fly without having to stop and restart playback. Drag and drop plug-in settings for instant plug-in opening and settings recall. Set memory locations to instantly go to any point in your session. Save your favorite window views to always have the right tools ready for the task at hand. And grab track boundaries to resize tracks at your whim.Plus, when you work with Pro Tools music software, you're working with the industry standard for professional audio production. That means you can enjoy full session compatibility with every Pro Tools—equipped professional and personal studio around the world. Exchange entire sessions, individual session elements, or stereo mixes for easy collaboration with your friends, colleagues, and clients.Product Availability: Pro Tools 8.0.4Free downloadable update offers Windows support (LE and M-Powered); improvements for all Pro Tools systems. Avid is pleased to announce the availability of Pro Tools 8.0.4, a free upgrade for all registered Pro Tools users. This latest update offers many performance enhancements and fixes, plus adds Windows 7 support for Pro Tools LE and Pro Tools M-Powered systems.Bundled Plug-ins003 Rack Factory Pro Tool LE system includes over 80 professional plug-ins, incredible virtual instruments, high-quality sound libraries, compatible creative applications, special artist promotion services, and other handy tools. Many of these outstanding plug-ins have been used on countless professional recordings—and many are exclusive to Pro Tools systems.The Bomb Factory and Digidesign plug-ins included in the 003 Rack Factory Pro Tools LE system plug-in bundle are considered among the best in the industry, offering intuitive interfaces and delivering outstanding sonic results.

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Digidesign Digi 003 Rack Factory Pro Tools LE System Features:

Digi 003 Rack FactoryI/OHigh-speed FireWire connectivity18 simultaneous channels of audio I/O24-bit/96 kHz resolution8 analog inputs, 8 analog outputs4 professional mic preamps; 48V phantom power enabled on channel pairs8 channels of ADAT optical I/O or two channels of S/PDIF optical I/O2 channels of S/PDIF digital I/O1 MIDI input, 2 MIDI outputs (16 channels in/32 channels out)BNC Word Clock I/ODedicated studio monitor output, plus alternate control room outputAlternate Source input for external device monitoringDual headphone outputsStreamlined Interface2U rackmountable chassis4 individual input gain controls4 discrete high-pass filter switchesIndividual headphone source and level controlsMute switchPro Tools 8 LE SoftwareAward-winning Pro Tools recording, editing, and mixing48 simultaneous stereo audio tracks (expandable with Toolkit options)Includes dozens of pro effects processing plug-ins and virtual instrumentsProfessional MIDI sequencing with dedicated MIDI Editor windowIntegrated Score Editor based on award-winning Sibelius notation softwareFull Elastic Time and Elastic Pitch to easily adjust timing and pitch on your tracksUnique Beat Detective LE automatic groove analysis and correction toolReWire support for streaming your favorite applications right into Pro ToolsSupport for the Command|8 control surfaceHuge selection of compatible third-party plug-ins and software optionsWorks on Windows and Mac computersIncluded Plug-ins, applications, and tools003 Factory Plug-in BundleBomb Factory BF-2ABomb Factory BF-3AFairchild 660 and 670Purple Audio MC77Cosmonaut VoiceJOEMEEK SC2 Photo Optical CompressorJOEMEEK VC5 MeequalizerMoogerfooger 12-Stage PhaserMoogerfooger Analog DelayMoogerfooger Lowpass FilterMoogerfooger Ring ModulatorSoundReplacerTL EveryPhaseTel-Ray Variable DelayVoce Chorus/VibratoVoce SpinVirtual InstrumentsBoom drum machine and sequencerDB-33 tonewheel organ emulator with rotating speaker simulationMini Grand acoustic grand pianoVacuum monophonic vacuum tube synthesizerXpand!2 multitimbral synth and sample workstationStructure Free sample playerFXpansion BFD Lite acoustic drum moduleEffects, Sound-Processing, Utility Plug-ins1-Band EQ III4-Band EQ III7-Band EQ IIIAIR ChorusAIR DistortionAIR Dynamic DelayAIR EnhancerAIR EnsembleAIR Filter GateAIR FlangerAIR Frequency ShifterAIR FuzzWahAIR KillEQAIR Lo-FiAIR MultiChorusAIR Multi-DelayAIR Nonlinear ReverbAIR PhaserAIR ReverbAIR Spring ReverbAIR StereoWidthAIR TalkboxAIR Vintage FilterBF76 CompressorBF Essential Clip RemoverBF Essential Correlation MeterBF Essential Meter BridgeBF Essential Noise MeterCelemony Melodyne EssentialChorusClickCompressor/LimiterD-VerbDC Offset RemovalDe-EsserDelayDigiReWireDitherDuplicateEleven FreeExpander/GateExtra Long Delay IIFlangerGainInvertLo-FiLong Delay IIMaximMedium Delay IIMulti-Tap DelayNormalizePing-Pong DelayPitchPitch ShiftPOWr DitherRecti-FiReverseSansAmpSci-FiSignal GeneratorShort Delay IISlap Delay IITime Compression ExpansionTime ShiftTL AutoPanTL InTuneTL MasterMeterTL MetroTrimVari-FiNote: Bundled software and plug-ins are subject to change depending on when you ordered your 003 Rack Factory Pro Tools LE system

Digidesign Digi 003 Rack Factory Pro Tools LE System Specifications:

003 Rack Factory InterfaceMic Inputs:Connector: Four balanced XLR jacksMic Phantom Power: 48VEquivalent Input Noise: -129dBuFrequency Response: ±0.1dB, 20Hz - 20kHzDynamic Range: 105dB / 107dB A-weightedTHD + N: 0.0007% (-103dB)Mic EIN: -129dBuInput Sensitivity: +2.2dBuInput Impedance: 2KOGain Range: +18 - +65dBLine Outputs (1-8)Connector: Eight impedance balanced 1/4" jacksFrequency Response: ±0.5dB, 20Hz - 20kHzDynamic Range: 110dB / 113dB A-weightedTHD + N: 0.0007% (-103dB)Output Sensitivity: +18dBuLine InputsConnector: Four balanced 1/4" jacksFrequency Response: ±0.1dB, 20Hz - 20kHzDynamic Range: 111dB / 113dB A-weightedTHD + N: 0.0007% (-103dB)Input Sensitivity: +17.38dBuInput Impedance: 22KOGain Range: 0 - +50dBMonitor Outputs (Main & Alt)Connector: Two impedance balanced 1/4" jacksFrequency Response: ±0.5dB, 20Hz - 20kHzDynamic Range: 110dB / 112dB A-weightedTHD + N: 0.0008% (-102dB)Output Sensitivity: +18dBuDI InputsConnector: Four balanced 1/4" jacksFrequency Response: ±0.1dB, 20Hz - 20kHzDynamic Range: 104dB / 106dB A-weightedTHD + N: 0.0008% (-102dB) - Balanced inputInput Sensitivity: +17.16dBuInput Impedance: >300KOGain Range: 0 - +50dBHeadphone OutputsConnector: Two unbalanced 1/4" jacksFrequency Response: ±0.5dB, 20Hz - 20kHzTHD + N: 0.0009% (-101dB)Dynamic Range: 110dB / 112dB A-weightedOutput Sensitivity: +23dBuAux InputsConnector: Two balanced 1/4" jacksFrequency Response: ±0.1dB, 20Hz - 20kHzDynamic Range: 111dB / 113dB A-weightedTHD + N: 0.00055% (-105dB)Input Sensitivity: +17.16dBuInput Impedance: 10KODigital SpecificationsSupported Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96kHzMaximum Word Length: 24-bitS/PDIF: 2-channel optical or RCA jack pairDigital Optical: TOSLINK (ADAT, max 48kHz sample rate)Word Clock: Two BNC jacksHost Connection: Two IEEE-1394a (FireWire) ports (6-pin-to-6-pin FireWire cable included)MIDI: 5-pin MIDI DIN connectors - one input, two outputsDimensions (HxWxD)2U rack: 3.5" x 19" x 13.5", 8.89cm x 48.26cm x 34.29cm (including all knobs / connectors)Weight: 11.22 lb. / 5.09kgPowerPower Requirements: 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz A/C (power cable included)Max Power Consumption: 1A / 110 watts @ 110 voltsSystem RequirementsPC requirements: Intel Pentium 4, Centrino, Core Duo, or AMD Athlon XP and 64-class processors and chips; Windows XP Home or Professional, Service Pack 2 (Vista not supported); 768MB RAM; Open FireWire port (FireWire hubs not supported); DVD-ROM driveMac requirements: G4 processor (933MHz or higher), G5 processor, or Intel-based Macs; Mac OS X version 10.4; 768MB RAM; Open FireWire port (FireWire hubs not supported); DVD-ROM driveNote:Pro Tools 7.4.2 is now compatible with Leopard 10.5.3

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