Pro Tools Product Reviews
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Pro Tools 9 - Review
Monday, June 6, 2011 at 3:44AM 
They say...
'The Next Generation of Pro Audio Production
Open yourself to the possibilities. Pro Tools 9 redefines the world’s most popular, most advanced music and audio production platform with a completely re-architected, open version of Pro Tools software, giving you what you asked for—and so much more.
Work with an audio interface—or without. Create bigger, better-sounding mixes with more tracks, Automatic Delay Compensation, and other pro features included as standard. Open your workflow to projects created in other audio and video software—and to the entire Avid Artist Series and Pro Series (formerly Euphonix) console/controller line. With Pro Tools 9, you can compose, record, sequence, edit, and mix the way you want—in more ways than ever.'
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M Audio Axiom 49 - Review
Saturday, October 23, 2010 at 6:35PM 
Reviews from around the web;
- 49 piano-style, semi-weighted keys > musically satisfying playing experience
- 9 mixer-style faders and 8 smooth rotary encoders > hands-on control over your DAW
- angled top panel and centrally positioned LCD > better ergonomics on stage and in the studio
- DirectLink mode > automatically map onboard controls to DAW mixer parameters—no complex setup required
- Axiom Instrument Maps > instant access to virtual instrument parameters for a hardware synth-like experience
Pro Tools Essential - Review
Sunday, October 17, 2010 at 5:03PM 
Avid Command|8 - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 1:35PM 
Digidesign Command 8. Web reviews are here:
Avid C|24 - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 1:31PM 
HEAT - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 1:28PM Add some HEAT to your mix. Get the warmth and sonic character of analog “in the box” with HEAT (Harmonically Enhanced Algorithm Technology), an easy-to-use Pro Tools|HD software add-on that gives you the euphonic characteristics of prized analog gear without the expense or added bulk. Whether you’re mixing music or sound for picture, you’ll get the unmistakable sonic characteristics of a vintage analog console or outboard gear to “gel” your mixes together—right in Pro Tools.
Try it free for 30 days. Key Features Easily add analog warmth and character to any Pro Tools|HD mix No need to launch a plug-in—access HEAT right in your Pro Tools Mix window Control HEAT across every channel of your mix, without having to manage multiple instances Realistically re-create the sound of audio mixed through vintage analog gear Designed in collaboration with Cranesong founder, Dave Hill Get the details
Avid Pro Tools|HD 3 Accel - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 1:26PM The most powerful of the base Core systems, Pro Tools|HD 3 Accel supports extremely large and complex sessions, leveraging the power-on-demand capabilities of three dedicated DSP cards along with the processing resources of your Windows- or Mac-based computer*, delivering rock-solid performance, low latency, guaranteed track counts, and extended plug-in processing power. It’s also the best starting point for building an expanded system.
Pro Tools|HD 3 Accel also comes with industry-standard Pro Tools HD software and over 60 professional sound processing plug-ins, virtual instruments, and compatible applications, allowing you to compose, record, edit, sequence, and mix music projects or sound for picture.
Avid Pro Tools|HD 2 Accel - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 1:23PM Designed for handling large I/O and track count requirements, the powerful Pro Tools|HD 2 Accel system combines two dedicated DSP cards with the processing power of your Windows- or Mac-based computer*, giving you rock-solid performance, low latency, guaranteed track counts, and more dedicated DSP for greater plug-in processing.
Pro Tools|HD 2 Accel also comes with industry-standard Pro Tools HD software and a comprehensive bundle of over 50 professional sound processing plug-ins, virtual instruments, and compatible applications, allowing you to compose, record, edit, sequence, and mix music projects or sound for picture.
Avid Pro Tools HD1 - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 1:22PM Digidesign Pro Tools HD1. Other reviews from the web;
- Emusician
- Mix Online
Developed for professionals, Pro Tools|HD 1 is Avid’s entry-level core system, delivering rock-solid performance, low latency, guaranteed track counts, and exclusive TDM plug-in processing. The system combines a single core DSP card with the processing power of your Windows- or Mac-based computer* for powerful productivity.
Velvet - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 1:19PM 
Digidesign Velvet - More reviews from around the web;
Hybrid - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 1:16PM 
Transfuser - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 7:35AM 
Digidesign Transfuser. More from around the web;
Strike Virtual Drummer - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 7:33AM 
Digidesign Strike. More reviews from around the web;
Eleven LE - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 7:21AM 
Pro Tools Complete Production Toolkit - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 7:19AM Digidesign Complete Production Toolkit. Get full 7.1 surround mixing power with up to 128 audio tracks in your own personal studio. The Complete Production Toolkit is the most powerful expansion option for Pro Tools LE*, greatly expanding your system’s creative power and capabilities, and offering the ultimate in post-production and music creation versatility. The toolkit supports up to 7.1 surround mixing, a full range of groundbreaking virtual instruments and essential plug-ins (worth over $2,650!) to create and perfect sound and music, support for up to 128 simultaneous audio tracks** to create rich and highly-detailed mixes, and dedicated post and music creation tools that make the entire audio production process extremely efficient.
Avid 003 Rack Factory - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 7:15AM 
Digidesign 003R. Pro Reviews are here:
Avid 003 Factory - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 7:12AM 
Digidesign 003. Reviews from around the web are here:
Pro Tools Instrument Expansion Pack - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 5:21AM 
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Eleven Rack - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 5:16AM 
Digidesign Eleven Rack. Pro Reviews shown below;
Pro Tools 8 M-Powered - Review
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 5:08AM 