Where can I find Pro-Tools for cheap?

[ace3]

I've been working with Adobe Audition but want to move to Pro-Tools seeing that's what's used throughout the music industry. If anyone could refer me to where I could find either a download or a place where I could buy a cheaper but efficient version of Pro-tools I would appreciate it!

[JTC111]

Originally Posted by ace3

I've been working with Adobe Audition but want to move to Pro-Tools seeing that's what's used throughout the music industry. If anyone could refer me to where I could find either a download or a place where I could buy a cheaper but efficient version of Pro-tools I would appreciate it!

You have to buy it and use it with Digidesign's hardware. ProTools isn't a stand alone program.

[Steenamaroo]

and generally speaking, if you buy digidesign hardware, you will get a version of protools with it.

[ace3]

oh ok thanks for the feed

[Mr. Blue]

So if you're using say...GarageBand and you want to switch to something with more features/plug-ins, I'm assuming Pro Tools would not be the way to go?

Right now, I'm only recording acoustic guitar and vocals. Running only a mic and preamp into the computer.

[ds21]

you have to look at what works for you, but if your a songwriter and have the money the best deal for macs is Logic, infact it almost makes me want to switch to mac.

[Zachsquatch]

You could go with a version of the MBox. The MBox 2 will run you about $400-500. It has 2 XLR inputs and 2 SPDIF inputs.

It also comes with Ableton in the software bundle, Melodyne for tuning vocals, and XPand which is a midi instrument plug with a ton of sounds to play with.

If you can spend that kind of money, then go for it.

[Dax Productions]

Find an old mbox 1 used.

[recording 101]

MBox Mini...cheapest way to get into PT....About $300 ...buy from SWEETWATER.COM
The absolute BEST follow up support.

[KyleAtGalaxy]

Originally Posted by recording 101

MBox Mini...cheapest way to get into PT....About $300 ...buy from SWEETWATER.COM
The absolute BEST follow up support.

Agreed. Sweet water is the best if you're going to buy PT.

[wreckd504]

Originally Posted by recording 101

MBox Mini...cheapest way to get into PT....About $300 ...buy from SWEETWATER.COM
The absolute BEST follow up support.

I'd get an mbox one before a mini, cheaper and you get 2 xlr in's instead of 1


correct me if i'm wrong, but the mini only has 1 pre as well?

[KyleAtGalaxy]

Originally Posted by wreckd504

correct me if i'm wrong, but the mini only has 1 pre as well?

Correct. I would still go with the mini or the Mbox 2 though. IMO I wouldn't want an interface that Digidesign doesn't support anymore. The mini isn't so bad but it doesn't take long before the lack of inputs becomes frustrating.

[RD423]

They might not support the mbox 1 anymore but imo i still think it's the best mainly because it has focusrite preamps built it. I have used one for a few years now. And as long as I can keep using it with the new versions of protools coming out im cool. and when it comes to a point that I cant then I will just stop upgrading.

[pezking]

The original Mbox is still supported by Digidesign.

[mmendoza]

The Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini USB audio interface is nice. It comes with Pro Tools Le and audio interface for about $295. I used to use adobe audition and even the earlier versions of Cool Edit and this package makes it nice to get quality and affordability.

[jarrydee]

Originally Posted by ds21

you have to look at what works for you, but if your a songwriter and have the money the best deal for macs is Logic, infact it almost makes me want to switch to mac.

I have an 003 using a PC and am thinking about switching to!!

But then again I have been slacking on my songwriting and putting all my time into GEAR!! It's an addiction!! I don't really need anything..But I sure want!!

[RD423]

Originally Posted by jarrydee

I have an 003 using a PC and am thinking about switching to!!

But then again I have been slacking on my songwriting and putting all my time into GEAR!! It's an addiction!! I don't really need anything..But I sure want!!

You can use the 003 on a mac, I use my mbox 1 on a mac, and I have even used my 002r on my mac laptop.