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The Pro Tools system that fits in your gig bag.
Meet the Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini, an incredibly compact and easy-to-own USB Pro Tools LE audio workstation. Mbox 2 Mini is an ideal solution for beginners getting into recording music on their computers and seasoned studio vets looking for a mobile Pro Tools system. the Mini has 2 channels of simultaneous analog I/O, 24-bit/48kHz sound quality, an XLR jack with 48V phantom power, 2 - 1/4" line-/instrument-level jacks, zero-latency monitoring, 2 - 1/4" monitor outputs, headphone jack, and front-panel volume and mute controls. The compact design makes it perfectly portable, as does the USB-bus power support. The Mbox 2 Mini also includes Pro Tools LE software, over 50 effects and instrument plug-ins, and Pro Tools Ignition Pack—a collection of powerful tools to get you started creating music right away.
Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini Features:
- Pro Tools LE recording, editing, and mixing software
- Pro Tools Ignition Pack audio tool collection
- Professional sound quality up to 24-bit/48kHz
- 2 simultaneous analog I/O
- XLR mic input
- 2 - 1/4" line-/instrument-level analog inputs for connecting guitars, basses, keyboards, synthesizers, and/or drum machines
- Zero-latency monitoring
- Compact design for maximum portability
- Powered by USB (USB 1.1 connection)
- Front-panel volume control and monitor mute switch
- 2 - 1/4" analog monitor outputs
- Stereo headphone output
- 48V phantom power
- Includes USB cable, Pro Tools LE software DVD-ROM installer (includes electronic versions of user guides), and registration card
- PC 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 USB port (USB hubs not supported); DVD-ROM drive
- Mac requirements: G4 processor (933MHz or higher), G5 processor, or Intel-based Macs; Mac OS X version 10.4; 768MB RAM; Open USB port (USB hubs not supported); DVD-ROM drive
Note: - Pro Tools 7.4.2 is now compatible with Leopard 10.5.3. Version 7.4.2 is available for free download at digidesign.com
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check the specs first
The only problem I had was a very big problem. Once installing I was not able to record in pro-tools le due to constant errors telling me to adjust the buffersize. Once I went to the digidesign website, and got a couple of tips on how to fix the problem I finally got it to work. So for anyone considering buying this product I would advise you to make sure that your computer is a approved computer by the websites standards and not whats on the box. There is a big difference between the two. The quality of the sound is top of the line and it is very easy to use due to the ignition pack instruction CD that comes with it. The plug-ins are sweet especially reason adapted but they leave a little to be desired. Overall if you can get to work on your computer it's a very good buy especially at that price. But you may want to consider the M-Box 2 because it comes with more plug-ins and has midi inputs which you may eventually consider.
Reviewed by yungchain on 1/15/2007 who plays Hip-Hop.
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expensive dongle (for existing protools le owners)
For people who have been using ProTools LE-based systems - like owners of digi001's or digi002's, the MBox2mini finally provides a way to use protools on the go for editing/mixing, without having to carry around a big peripheral.
One of the biggest drawbacks of the famed "easy to use" protools le software, is that it WON'T RUN WITHOUT protools le hardware connected to the computer. Perhaps this is digidesign's security system: no use of the software without hardware.
When other manufactures have worked out ways to sell their products without hobbling the user (like Live's authorization scheme) surely digi could do likewise?
In any case, if you already own/use a protools le system, with this box you can pay 300 dollars for a small device - effectively an expensive dongle - that will let you finally edit remotely - and even record a few extra bits too if need be.
For folks in this position, that 300 may just be worth it.
Reviewed by on 1/11/2007
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Get the real deal
This is a great tool for what it is intended for - traveling musicians, definetely not for home musicians. The quality of the audio at 24 bit is great especially jumping from a 16bit cocnverter. However, the biggest problem I found with this unit and the one at the store and from other users is the high pitched frequency noise from the outputs that you just can't get rid of.
The software is great, I'm very pleased with it, however the plugins could be a bit better and better assorted. The ignition pack is only a sample of all these programs so you are just getting a taste, literally, of what you have to buy.
Another issue I ran into is that I cannot hear the sounds from the internet even with the MME Helper you download from their site to assist you with this problem.
If you are using this soley for recording and no internet and media get it.
Reviewed by VSTRocker on 1/11/2007 who plays Alternative, Pop, rock.
6 people found this review helpful.
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Mediocre
I bought this interface hoping that the quality would be exceptional as Digidesign claims it to be. The software is versatile and does what you expect it, it's a sequencer with the pro feel. However the plugings that are bundled are very poor and insuficient for a great recording. The bundled software is definetely just a taste of what these programs can do and are not useful for many. The biggest complaint I have is the high frequency noise it has on the outputs. I tested it too at the store with another unit and the same was true, an annoying high pitched Fz sound. So, I recommend this for someone that is just looking to getting ProTools for a small price, the hardware leaves much to desire.
Reviewed by AlexRkstr on 1/8/2007 who plays Alternative, Pop, rock.
6 people found this review helpful.
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Mini M-box 2
This is a great recording interface for musicians to have. From beginner to pro. If you are looking to record live drums-don't get this. It comes with pt which is very easy to use software. The mbox 2 mini also comes with the ignition pack (reason adapted, sample tank 2.) I especially like BFD for recording realistic drum sounds. This is small and easy to use. I would recommend it over every interface close to this price.
Reviewed by samohtnayr on 11/27/2006 who plays Jazz.
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