CORE SYSTEM

Designed for handling large I/O and track count requirements, the Pro Tools|HD® 2 Accel system combines two dedicated DSP cards (PCI or PCIe), connected via Digidesign’s proprietary TDM II bus architecture, with the processing resources of your computer. This powerful system gives music and post professionals the rock-solid performance of the TDM platform along with more dedicated DSP for plug-in processing.

Note: All Pro Tools|HD systems require the presence of at least one Pro Tools|HD audio interface (purchased separately). Add interfaces to extend your I/O capabilities.

What’s in the Box

• 1 HD Core card (PCI) and 1 HD Accel card (PCI)
• 1 HD Core card (PCIe) and 1 HD Accel card (PCIe)
• Pro Tools® HD 7 software
• Over 50 processing plug-ins, virtual instruments, and compatible applications
  • Pro Tools HDpack plug-in bundle
  • Free Bomb Factory® plug-ins
  • Digidesign DigiRack™ Plug-ins
  • Xpand!™ sample-playback/synthesis workstation
  • Pro Tools Ignition Pack 2 Pro collection
• 12-foot DigiLink cable for I/O connectivity†
• TDM FlexCable for Pro Tools HD Card interconnection
• iLok USB Smart Key for software authorization
• Printed boxed manual set

Features

• 18 DSP chips for powering the mix engine and TDM plug-ins
• Sample-rate support up to 192 kHz
• Support for up to 64 channels of I/O
• Up to 192 simultaneous audio tracks at 44.1/48 kHz (256 total audio tracks)
• Up to 96 simultaneous audio tracks at 96 kHz
• Up to 36 simultaneous audio tracks at 192 kHz
• Up to 160 mono or stereo auxiliary inputs
• Up to 128 instrument tracks
• 256 MIDI tracks
• 128 internal mix buses

†Optional 100-foot DigiLink cable supports up to 96 kHz sample rates


I/O FACILITY

Incorporating the latest advances in audio, synchronization, and MIDI technology, Pro Tools|HD® I/O interfaces work together with your Core system to deliver unparalleled sonic quality and functionality. Custom-configure your system by choosing from a wide range of interfaces, which deliver high-resolution audio with built-in sample rate conversion; flexible analog and digital I/O in the most popular formats; pristine, remote-controllable preamplification; sample-accurate MIDI; and versatile synchronization capabilities.

	192 I/O Pro Tools|HD audio interface with up to 16 channels of analog and digital I/O at 192 kHz.
	192 Digital I/O Pro Tools|HD audio interface with up to 16 channels of digital I/O at 192 kHz.
	96 I/O Pro Tools|HD audio interface with up to 16 channels of analog and digital I/O at 96 kHz.
	96i I/O Pro Tools|HD audio interface for line-level inputs, with up to 16 channels of I/O at 96 kHz.
	PRE Remote-controllable, world-class, eight-channel mic preamp for Pro Tools systems or stand-alone use.
	SYNC HD Pro Tools system peripheral that provides near sample-accurate lock to time code or bi-phase/tach signals and a 192 kHz–capable, high-fidelity, low-jitter Word Clock.

Music

Pro Tools HD 7 software offers an unrivaled collection of features for creating, tracking, mixing, and delivering professional music.






Create & Edit

Pro Tools HD 7 software offers an unparalleled breadth of options for creating in a professional music environment. Quickly import audio and MIDI files and loops for rapid song construction. Take advantage of an unmatched range of unique, nondestructive editing tools for creating grooves, experimenting with arrangements, fine-tuning performances, and more. Choose among a wide-range of instrument and effects plug-ins for
creative song development. Even experiment freely with different arrangements on the fly — all nondestructively.

• Advanced import functionality
• Full-featured, integrated DigiBase™ Pro file management utility
• Support for dragging and dropping session, audio, MIDI, REX, and ACID files
• World-class audio editing features
• Beat Detective™ automatic groove analysis and correction tool
• Powerful, intuitive MIDI sequencing with real-time parameter editing
• Advanced virtual instrument integration
• Compatible with a wide-range of third-party creative software options (AudioSuite™, RTAS®, and TDM plug-ins, ReWire-compatible applications)
• Extended control and functionality with the ICON integrated console

Record

Pro Tools HD 7 software offers superior features and functionality for the recording phase of production. The dedicated DSP and TDM II bus architecture yields extremely low latency, enabling performers to comfortably monitor through the system during recording, even if real-time processing is applied. Start tracking in virtually no time thanks to recallable custom mixer templates. Easily provide individual cue mixes for each performer in the recording session. With high-performance, 192 kHz–capable Pro Tools|HD audio interfaces boasting some of the best sonic specifications in the industry, you’ll be guaranteed superb sound quality recording into the system.

• Superior sound quality
• Extremely low latency — even with real-time processing
• Individual cue mixes for performers
• Non destructive AFL/PFL solo
• Recallable custom mixer session templates
• Inline console mode for ICON D-Control™ systems

Mix & Process

Pro Tools HD 7 software offers the ultimate in mixing power and flexibility. Develop hit songs using the power of the most sophisticated dedicated DSP hardware and the added processing power of the computer. Use the very best third-party effects plug-ins for EQ, dynamics, reverbs, classic studio processor emulations, and more. Take advantage of the most powerful automation in the industry. Choose a format, from mono to 7.1 surround, or mix in multiple formats simultaneously. Use ICON to combine the familiar feel of a traditional mixing console with power and flexibility of the industry-standard digital audio workstation.

• 192 audio tracks, 5 inserts and 10 sends per track, 128 internal buses, 160 aux inputs, 256 MIDI tracks, 128 instrument tracks
• Ultimate flexible mixing architecture
• Expandable DSP power
• Advanced automation modes and functionality
• 48-bit end-to-end mix bus
• Automatic Delay Compensation
• Performance-on-demand TDM processing
• Host-based RTAS processing
• Wide range of professional third-party processing options
• Integrated, advanced surround mixing
• Control surface options
• Powerful synchronization features
• Advanced ICON console worksurface options

Collaborate

When you work with Pro Tools HD 7 software, you’re working with the standard for professional music production. Enjoy full compatibility with countless Pro Tools–equipped studios and facilities around the world. Easily exchange entire sessions or individual session elements with others working on a project. Deliver projects in nearly any standard format with ease via Pro Tools software’s advanced integration with DigiDelivery® file exchange system.

• Full compatibility with Pro Tools–equipped studios around the world
• Industry-standard Pro Tools session file format
• Support for nearly every major industry standard file format
• Comprehensive import and export capabilities
• Integrated “Send via DigiDelivery” command
• Powerful synchronization options

Post

Pro Tools HD 7 software provides the most powerful capabilities for film, video, broadcast, and multimedia projects in the post production industry.







Assemble & Capture

Pro Tools HD 7 software boasts more options for integrated digital video than any other digital audio workstation, providing a seamless audio/video workflow experience. With Pro Tools HD software and either the Digidesign AVoption|V10™ or Avid Mojo® video interface, you can capture DV25 quality video directly to the Pro Tools timeline for instantaneous, near-sample-accurate sync. For a more sophisticated capture and conform solution, the Avid Media Station|PT application (included with AVoption|V10 and offered as an option with Avid Mojo) enables you to import an edit decision list (EDL) or existing Avid® sequence, re-digitize, render effects, and export to Pro Tools for audio sweetening, then re-sync the final audio to the original video and lay them both back to tape or export as a digital movie.

• Capture video directly to the timeline with Avid Mojo and AVoption|V10
• Import QuickTime video directly to the Pro Tools timeline
• DigiTranslator software option for accurate conversion and exchange of OMF®, AAF, and MXF audio files, video files, and sequences directly through the Pro Tools application.
• Media Station|PT software option for auto assembly. Use Media Station|PT and Pro Tools to import and play back virtually any standard-definition Avid video file, including MXF, JFIF, AVR, DV25, DV50, uncompressed 601, IMX MPEG50, multi-cam, single-field, interlaced or 24P/25P progressive scan
• Digidesign MachineControl™ option enables you to easily integrate and control external audio/video devices via industry-standard serial 9-pin machine control protocols

Edit & Replace

Pro Tools HD 7 software features a powerful collection of editing tools that go far beyond simple cutting, copying, and pasting. Use a host of single-key edit commands, real-time MIDI editing functions, and other features to execute, organize, hear, and view your edits easily and nondestructively. Access the integrated DigiBase Pro file utility to find and manage the large number of audio and MIDI files, sound effects and video sequences that can accumulate in post production projects. Tight integration of digital video lets your perform all your editing, recording, and sound design tasks with near sample accuracy against picture. Choose from a wide range of instrument and effects plug-ins for sound design and creative music composition. Use Pro Tools HD software for recording Foley, sound effects, voiceovers, and dialog replacement.

• Full-featured, integrated DigiBase Pro file management utility
• World-class audio editing features
• Superior sound quality
• Extremely low latency — even with real-time processing
• Individual cue mixes for performers
• Non destructive AFL/PFL solo
• Recallable custom mixer session templates
• Completely customizable console views for ICON D-Control systems
• Universe window for easy navigation of large post production projects

Mix & Process

Use Pro Tools HD 7 software to mix a massive film project using the system’s powerful, dedicated DSP hardware plus the added processing power of the host computer. Take advantage of integrated multi-channel mixing, panning, and processing, with support for all standard formats. Powerful third-party plug-ins provide a variety of tools needed for intricate dialog processing, noise reduction, room simulation, and more. Unmatched integration of digital video lets your perform all your mixing, processing and automation tasks with tighter-than- frame-accuracy against picture. Use Pro Tools HD software with an optional control surface for greater hands-on control. Or move up to an ICON integrated console environment for the ultimate post production solution, with unparalleled flexibility and workflow optimization. With ICON, projects can move seamlessly between the editorial and the mix stage with full compatibility using a single automation system.

• AudioSuite file-based processing with batch processing capabilities
• 192 audio tracks, 5 inserts and 10 sends per track, 128 internal buses, 160 aux inputs, 256 MIDI tracks, 128 instrument tracks
• Integrated advanced surround mixing with support for all popular surround mixing formats LCR, Quad, LCRS, 5.1, 6.1, and 7.1
• Ultimate flexible mixing architecture
• Expandable DSP power
• TDM and RTAS real-time processing
• Most powerful and comprehensive automation system in the industry
• 48-bit end-to-end mix bus
• Automatic Delay Compensation
• Wide-range of professional third-party processing options
• Control surface options
• Powerful synchronization features
• Advanced ICON console worksurface options

Collaborate & Deliver

Industry-standard Pro Tools HD 7 software lets you easily exchange sessions and individual files with a full range of Avid and other video systems. Use the integrated DigiTranslator software option to import and export AAF, OMF, and MXF files to and from Pro Tools. Deliver even the largest projects rapidly and securely with the DigiDelivery file exchange system.




BUNDLED PLUG-INS

In addition to the latest Digidesign® Pro Tools® HD software, every Pro Tools|HD® Core system includes a comprehensive collection of over 40 plug-ins from Digidesign and Digidesign Development Partners for a myriad of creative effects processing options right out of the box. From pristine EQs and dynamics processors to unique modulation effects and sophisticated amp modeling tools, the TDM, RTAS®, and AudioSuite™ plug-ins bundled with Pro Tools|HD Core systems give you a full range of processing options.

HD Pack

The HDpack collection for Pro Tools|HD 1 systems includes seven highly coveted Digidesign® and Digidesign Development Partner plug-ins worth thousands of dollars.

Xpand! Sample-Playback/Synthesis Workstation

The first plug-in from Digidesign's Advanced Instrument Research group, Xpand!™ is a powerful instrument plug-in that puts more than 1,000 professional sounds at your fingertips.



Free Bomb Factory Plug-ins
 
The free Bomb Factory® plug-ins offer powerful effects and utilities from the makers of some of the industry's very best digital emulations of classic analog processors.

Pro Tools Ignition Pack 2 Pro

The newly enhanced Pro Tools Ignition Pack 2 and premium Pro Tools Ignition Pack 2 Pro bundles provide a wealth of professional plug-ins, virtual instruments, compatible applications, and sounds to inspire your creativity and refine your talents. Both bundles also include special artist promotion services to help you make your talents known to the industry and new fans around the world.

Pro Tools Ignition Pack 2 Pro comes with all new Pro Tools|HD system purchases.

DigiRack Plug-ins

Used on countless commercial recordings and post production studios worldwide, DigiRack™ is an essential collection of high-quality real-time and file-based effects and utilities.