Pro Tools Software Question.

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I am considering making the purchase of Digidesign's M-Box, and had raised questions as to the Pro-Tools LE software that comes bundled in that particular package. A number of sources have tried to assure me that the Pro-Tools software is the exact same, across the board - whether it comes with the entry level M-Box, or Digidesign's highest priced hardware package.

Just wanted to know.
 
LE is not the same as the full blown protools software, but will do everything you need.
 
Thanks Giraffe,

I sort of figured that - despite the four or five individuals (that use & love it) who did just about everything that they could to dispell my doubts about this. One, is a local producer who (I guess) needs to feel as if he's running with the "Big Boys" (so to speak) by believing that he's playing with the same software. I won't burst his bubble, though; just needed to know the info for myself. I don't know what TDM stands for, but have seen it tagging the mention of Pro Tools, just as I have with the LE indication.

One other question: how would the less featured Pro Tools LE stack up against such rivals as SonarPE, and CubaseSX?
 
reason why I don't use Protools LE or M-powered: 32 voice limit.
 
guido #2 said:
TDM means: To Damn Much
LE means: Less Expensive :p
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Hey Guido,

I know that this isn't the reality of those letters.....but it sure does fit :) . Then again, maybe it is the manufacturer's unintentioned reality.
 
Lol, I agree with that....

TDM=Time Division Multiplexing.

In all reality, LE lets you to almost the exact same things that a TDM system would (minus TDM plug-ins, and some other odd and end tasks).

Basic user operation is almost exactly the same, although a TDM system will run a lot smoother for the most part since it can process all of your TDM plug ins and some other tasks on the Core/Accel cards.
 
Thanks all, and I do appreciate the replies. The issue is not really a biggie for me, because I already have Sonar 4PE. It's just that almost everyone speaks of Pro-Tools as being the "Industry Standard", and I wondered if I might be a little better off delving into that particular sequencing program. Now, why would I consider that when I already have Sonar? Well, I've grown tired of having to transfer my works (particularly vocals) to my computer by virtue of burning said tracks on my AW16G, then importing them in. The thought of being able to track my vocals directly into my PC is considerably more appetizing to me, and I am looking into purchasing the M-Box for this. As Pro-Tools comes packaged with the unit, I was trying to gain some insight on just how 'capable' it was. But one poster mentioned that Pro-Tools LE, though not as full featured as other versions, would do everything that I might wish of it. And that may be more than enough for this 'still somewhat a fledgling' :).
 
It is an industry "standard."

And like many other industry "standards" its not the "Industry Best." Much of the hype surrounding Pro Tools is just that.

I bought into Pro Tools about 4 years ago because I had the opportunity to get a job at a small studio with a TDM rig. I also wanted a motorized control surface so the 002 seemed like a good bet. I haven't regretted it one bit. I still own Cubase SX2 in case I want to do things the PT LE can't do (more than 32 voices, offline bounce, surround sound, or video work that requires timecode)- which is pretty rare.

All of the flagship DAWs (Logic Pro, Cubase SX, Sonar PE, etc.) do pretty much the same thing but slightly differently. It doesn't really matter which one you use. If you ever switch to a differnt system it'll just take about a week to learn the new workflow. They're all about the same- except that Pro Tools LE has some *stupid* limitations that no other program in its class has. :rolleyes:

Take care,
Chris
 
Thanks Chris,

Your offering was very informative - and quite helpful. Maybe I'll just buy the M-Box, and stick with Sonar4PE. It could also be that I luck up onto a similar unit that would allow what it is that I wish for (tracking vocals into my computer) - without a protion of its cost going toward any bundled sequencing software. I looked at one unit (by Tascam) which sold for $200, but it didn't incorporate XLR connections.
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UPDATE:

I apologize for the misinformation (the salesperson at GC had told me that the unit I asked about - TASCAM US-122 USB Audio/MIDI Interface - did not come with XLR inputs - but I just checked online (couldn't remember the model number, initially) and learned that it indeed does have them. So, I will be leaning in that direction, it seems.
 
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