Avid HD Native Thunderbolt + HD I/O 8x8x8 System plus Pro Tools HD Bundle 

The Avid HD Native Thunderbolt + HD I/O 8x8x8 system combines one high-speed Avid Pro Tools|HD Native Thunderbolt interface; Pro Tools HD I/O 8x8x8 audio interface with 8 channels of analog I/O and 8 channels each of AES3, TDIF, and ADAT I/O; plus Pro Tools HD software.

Avid Pro Tools|HD Native ThunderboltHigh-speed Thunderbolt interface virtually eliminates latency, increases I/O and track count

Avid’s Pro Tools|HD Native Thunderbolt employs a lightning-fast Thunderbolt interface to eliminate annoying latency common on Native USB or FireWire systems—enabling musicians to focus solely on their performance rather than monitoring issues. Avid Pro Tools|HD Native Thunderbolt also provides higher track count and I/O (up to 256 tracks/64 channels), plus 64-bit floating-point processing for more headroom and greater mix resolution than other Native solutions. With Avid’s Tools|HD Native Thunderbolt audio interface, you get a native solution that rivals the audio quality of any professional audio system.With its elegantly implemented connectivity, the Pro Tools|HD Native Thunderbolt interface gives producers, engineers, and mixers the incredible sound quality, low latency, and sheer power of award-winning Pro Tools|HD in a mobile solution. Instead of trying to transport a bulky tower with PCIe slots, Pro Tools|HD Native Thunderbolt lets you use your laptop (or iMac) to connect with Pro Tools HD Series interfaces (such as HD OMNI and HD I/O). In addition, you can conveniently monitor mixes using the interface’s built-in audiophile-grade headphone output, which is powerful enough to drive headphones with high impedance loads.

Pro Tools|HD Native Thunderbolt features:

Harness the power of your MacBook, Mac Mini, or iMac with a Thunderbolt interface Attain the highest performance and lowest latency of any native DAW Achieve pristine audio clarity with Pro Tools HD Series interfaces Get the advanced tools and workflows of Pro Tools HD software Built in audiophile-grade headphone output with level control Rear-panel Thunderbolt port and two DigiLink Mini connectors for system expansion Supports Core Audio and ASIO applications Serial port interfaces with SYNC HD

Avid Pro Tools|HD I/O 8x8x8 Audio InterfaceHigh-quality components, super low latency, and flexible I/O for easy studio integration

Featuring the sleek, professional look of Avid's previous generation HD systems, the HD I/O 8x8x8 takes Native systems to a whole new level. Completely redesigned on the inside, Avid’s Pro Tools|HD I/O 8x8x8 features the highest quality components to give you best-in-class A/D/A conversion at sample rates up to 24-bit/192kHz, plus the lowest possible latency for trouble-free tracking. For easy studio integration, the HD I/O 8x8x8 features 8 channels of analog I/O on DB-25 connectors plus three digital I/O configurations; 8-channel ADAT with S/MUX II & IV support, 8-channel TDIF, and 8-channel AES3. Thanks to its modular design, you can expand and customize the Avid HD I/O 8x8x8 audio interface to meet your studio’s current and future I/O needs. When you need a balance of analog and digital I/O for your music or post-production projects, with the option to expand your I/O choose the Avid Pro Tools HD I/O 8x8x8.

Avid Pro Tools|HD I/O 8x8x8 features: 

Pristine audio clarity and ultra low latency through state-of-the- art A/D and D/A conversion, premium analog circuitry, and meticulous attention to designAdapt the interface for your needsGet a balance of analog and digital I/O with HD I/O 8x8x8Versatile digital I/O on all interfaces, with built-in sample rate conversionExpand or customize the I/O with analog or digital option cardsCompletely integrates with Pro Tools|HD family system for full input, output, and routing controlTrack hotter signals and smooth out sounds with Curv, a new built-in soft-knee limiterKeep things in sync with dedicated Word Clock and Loop Sync I/OKeep an eye on your levels easily through 32 4-segment metering LEDsRobust 2U rack-mountable chassisConnects to Pro Tools|HD family system through a DigiLink Mini connection (cable and adaptor included)

Hear what you’ve been missing

A sonic improvement over its audio interface predecessors, HD I/O features premium A/D and D/A conversion, so you can achieve higher audio fidelity, extensive dynamic range, super-low jitter, and the absolute lowest possible latency in your sessions. With certain configurations, you also get built-in sample rate conversion and a soft clip feature for worry-free recording. And using Curv, a new built-in soft-knee limiter that catches even the fastest transients, you can track hotter signals and smooth out inconsistent levels from incoming sources.

Comprehensive connectivity

So you can choose the interface that best suits your connection needs, Avid HD I/O comes in three configurations: 8x8x8 analog/digital, , and . All HD I/O interfaces come with two channels of AES3 digital I/O on XLR, eight channels of ADAT I/O with S/Mux II & IV support) 2-channel S/PDIF on RCA connectors, word clock I/O, Loop Sync I/O and a mini expansion port add other HD I/O systems. What's more, you can expand your analog or digital I/O by simply installing an HD I/O option card into the 8x8x8 HD I/O’s empty bay—that’s right, all that connectivity and still there’s room for more.

Avid Pro Tools HD I/O 8x8x8 configuration:High-quality analog I/O:

8 analog inputs (using DB25)8 analog outputs (using DB25)

Versatile digital I/O:

8 channels of AES/EBU I/O (supports 192 kHz single-wire and dual-wire)8 channels of TDIF I/O8 channels of ADAT I/O (supports S/MUX II and IV)

Additional digital I/O:

2 channels of AES/EBU I/O (supports 192 kHz singlewire)2 channels of S/PDIF I/O8 channels of ADAT I/O (supports S/MUX II and IV)One empty bay for I/O expansion

The ultimate in interface flexibility

HD I/O option cards add more analog inputs, analog outputs, or digital I/O. As your needs grow or change, you can easily add more analog inputs, analog outputs, or digital I/O by installing an option card. You can install one option card in HD I/O 8x8x8 and up to two in HD I/O 16x16 Digital. While HD I/O 16x16 Analog comes with the maximum four cards, you can customize your I/O by swapping out any card.HD I/O AD Option: Adds 8 high-fidelity analog inputs (using DB25)HD I/O DA Option: Adds 8 high-fidelity analog outputs (using DB25)HD I/O Digital Option: Adds 8 channels each of AES/EBU (supports 192 kHz single-wire and dualwire), TDIF, and ADAT I/O (supports S/MUX II and IV)

Work with Pro Tools and more

HD I/O and all other Pro Tools, HD Series interfaces completely integrate with Pro Tools|HD, so you get maximum performance, dependability, and control of your inputs, outputs, and routing right from your Pro Tools software interface. You'll also get higher production quality and greater workflow flexibility than with previous Pro Tools interfaces. And if you want to use your interface with Pro Tools| HD and other DAW software, you can do that too, as all Pro Tools|HD systems support Core Audio and ASIO drivers.

Avid Pro Tools HD 

Get all of the same benefits of  software along with these additional features and workflows. (Please note that Pro Tools HD software is available only as part of a Pro Tools|HD family system purchase or software upgrade.)

Avid Pro Tools HD 12

Pro Tools redefined the music, film, and TV industry, providing everything you need to compose, record, edit, and mix music and audio. Create without bounds and work at the speed of your creativity, so you can take on the most demanding sessions and deliver the best sounding mixes possible. With Pro Tools 12, you get access to more frequent feature releases—including upcoming Avid Cloud Collaboration and the Avid Marketplace—plus flexible licensing options, so you can access the industry standard in more affordable ways than ever. Create with a low-cost subscription. Own the software or a complete system outright.

Pro Tools HD 12 new features:

Unleash your creativity with incredible processing powerGet unrivaled sound quality and powerful 64-bit performanceCreate big mixes, with up to 96 audio tracksCompose with virtual instruments and MIDI and Score EditorsPlay and edit HD video—right in the Pro Tools timelinePolish mixes with over 60 AAX virtual instrument and effects plug-insSpeed up mixing with industry-trusted automation toolsConnect and collaborate with other Pro Tools users in the cloud (coming soon)Get recognition and sell your work in the Avid Marketplace (coming soon)

Pro Tools HD 12 additional features:Go bigger with more tracks

Create way bigger mixes using Pro Tools HD software than you can with Pro Tools. With a 3-card Pro Tools|HDX system, you can work with up to 768 voiceable audio tracks. Or get up to 256 voiceable audio tracks on a Pro Tools|HD Native system or with just Pro Tools HD software on its own.

Get top-quality sound and performance with Avid hardware

Because Pro Tools HD is designed and optimized to be part of an integrated hardware/software solution, you can capture audio in pristine clarity with near-zero latency. Even when mixing large, complex projects, you’ll experience uncompromised performance—on a Pro Tools|HDX DSP-powered system or on the host with Pro Tools|HD Native.

Experience maximum performance

With the extended disk cache, which loads entire sessions into RAM, you'll experience smooth performance and highly responsive recording and playback—no matter how monster-sized the session.

Record and edit with advanced audio tools

Record solo tracks in PFL (pre-fader listen) or AFL (after-fader listen) mode. Work more efficiently when punching performances with TrackPunch and DestructivePunch. Enhance and speed up editing tasks with Continuous Scrolling, Scrub Trim tool, Replace Clip command, Time Compression and Expansion Edit to Timeline Selection command, field recorder workflows, and more.

Work more easily with video

Edit and mix sound for larger, more complex video productions, and display up to 64 video tracks in the timeline. Expand your post capabilities with advanced video features, including multiple video playlists and basic video editing tools. And share audio mixes with Media Composer editors (and vice-versa) through AAF.

Mix in stereo or surround

With Pro Tools HD, you can mix in everything from mono up to 7.1 surround sound. Build up your sonic landscape and add movement to your mix with the built-in surround panner. Work with groups of tracks faster and easier with VCA Group mixing. And with advanced automation tools, you can tackle even the largest, most complex mixes with ease.

Get more control

With Pro Tools HD, you've got unprecedented control at your fingertips. Handle the largest audio post mixes with the built-in Satellite Link, which enables you to connect up to 12 Pro Tools HD-based systems and control them from one. And get the highest level of hands-on control by adding an ICON surface to your setup.

Record, edit, and mix with the world’s most advanced audio production platform—Avid Pro Tools 12 and Avid Pro Tools HD 12