Pro Audio News: Avid’s MBOX Studio Desktop 21x22 interface offers seamless Pro Tools integration and a powerful software package for project studios and content creators
B&H is pleased to announce the new MBOX Studio Desktop, a 21x22 USB Type-C interface offering a wealth of flexible input and output options, seamless integration with the included Pro Tools Studio software subscription, and a powerful plug-in package. Well suited to a wide range of studio applications, the MBOX Studio offers a comprehensive feature set sure to please a wide array of producers, musicians, and content creators.
This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221019005448/en/
Avid MBOX Studio: A Comprehensive Interface for Project Studios and Creators (Photo: Business Wire)
The MBOX Studio is a 21x22 interface with the following input and output capabilities:
21 Input Channels
4 channels of mic/line inputs (two with Hi-Z)
2 line inputs
2 FX returns
8-channel ADAT
2-channel S/PDIF
2-channel Bluetooth
1 onboard talkback mic
22 Output Channels
4 channels of monitor outs (two stereo pairs)
4 channels of headphone outs (two stereo pairs)
2 FX sends
8-channel ADAT
2-channel S/PDIF
2-channel Bluetooth
The preamps on the four combo TRS/XLR inputs provide up to 59 dB of gain and offer variable impedance settings. On the output side, there are four-line outputs for monitors and a pair of independent headphone jacks with volume controls offering options for customized monitor mixes, while an FX send-and-return loop lets you integrate outboard effects easily. You can expand your input and output capabilities even further via the 8-channel ADAT optical ports. The 24-bit MBOX Studio supports sampling rates up to 192 kHz when you’re running 10 inputs and 10 outputs at once. With all 21 inputs and 22 outputs operating simultaneously, the maximum sampling rate is 96 kHz. A pair of standard 5-pin DIN ports supplies MIDI sync and control for external electronic instruments and, of course, MIDI is also available over the USB-C connector.
Extensive Control
The MBOX Studio also provides an intuitive and comprehensive control section that makes managing those inputs, outputs, and monitoring options very easy. The left side controls your input section; indent the large encoder knob on this side to select an input channel, then dial-in the gain. Dedicated buttons above the encoder allow you to select the input type, adjust impedance settings, turn on phantom power, engage the wireless Bluetooth input, and link channels. A 13-segment indicator above each encoder displays current parameter settings, while 9-segment meters show you incoming signal levels and the stereo output level.
The monitoring controls on the right side are similar; indent the large encoder to select the output, then use it to adjust the level. Buttons are provided to mute or dim the outputs quickly, sum to mono, and link the main and alternate outputs to avoid sudden volume jumps when switching between monitors. The talkback button engages the built-in talkback mic, which can be routed to your DAW for recording if you want to preserve an exciting control-room moment for posterity. The Bluetooth button here lets you send the output wirelessly to compatible devices, and the MBOX Studio has two Bluetooth chips, allowing you to connect to one device as an input source and a second device for monitoring and recording; you can even do the requisite mix check in the car if you park within Bluetooth range.
Great for Guitar Players
The MBOX Studio plays nicely with guitars; on the front panel is a re-amp output that shares that same signal path as line output #8 (FX Send #2) for an easy-to-access Hi-Z output that you can use to send a clean guitar signal to an amp for re-recording; there’s even an optional ground lift if your amp requires it. In addition, the built-in tuner can be accessed to tune electric instruments connected to inputs 1 and 2; it can also be used to tune acoustic instruments via the internal talkback mic.
User-Action Buttons and an Extensive Routing Matrix
Also in the center section are four dual-function user-action buttons; you can use these for one-touch recall of MBOX Control presets with EQ, gain, and routing settings. Additional MBOX and Pro Tools functions can also be instantly accessed.
See here on YouTube
https://youtu.be/ytwojqFx-to
Assigning buttons is done in the MBOX Control software for the Mac or Windows computer versions and, in fact, MBOX Control supplies a powerful routing matrix with clearly labeled rows for inputs, software routing channels, and outputs for flexible signal routing. Podcasters will especially appreciate the loopback capabilities that allow you to record an incoming caller, music, or bit of video dialog back to your computer easily.
Includes an Extensive Plug-In Package
The MBOX Studio includes the MBOX Ignition Pack, a versatile plug-in bundle that puts a host of useful sound sculpting tools at your disposal, including:
- Bx Megadual (Mesa Boogie emulation)
- Ampeg SVT-VR Classic (Ampeg emulation)
- ADA Flanger (A/DA Flanger emulation)
- BX_Bluechorus2 (Boss CE-2 Chorus emulation)
- BX_Greenscreamer (Ibanez Tube Screamer emulation)
- BX_Console N (Neve console channel strip emulation)
- BX_Opto Compressor (all-around compressor emulation)
- Baby Audio “Vibe Box”―special MBOX STUDIO edition, only available with MBOX Studio purchase
- Gauge Lush Vox (parallel compressor and processor)
- StudioLinked Trophies (virtual instrument)
- BPM Create―MBOX Producer Tool Kit
This, of course, is in addition to the included 1-year subscriptions to Sibelius Artist music composer software and the Pro Tools Studio DAW, which places up to 512 audio tracks and more than 1,000 MIDI tracks at your disposal. And yes, while the MBOX Studio offers advanced Pro Tools integration, it’s a class-compliant interface and will happily work with all third-party DAWs.
Between the flexible connectivity options, extensive feature set, and powerful software bundle, this USB audio interface checks off many “must-have” boxes for content creators, musicians, and podcasters working in serious home and project studios.
Learn More about the AVID MBOX Studio Desktop at B&H Explora
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/videos/pro-audio/avid-mbox-studio-desktop-interface
Avid MBOX Studio Desktop First Look at YouTube
https://youtu.be/ytwojqFx-to
About B&H Photo Video
As the world's largest source of photography, video, and audio equipment, as well as computers, drones, and home and portable entertainment, B&H is known worldwide for its attentive, knowledgeable sales force and excellent customer service, including fast, reliable shipping. B&H has been satisfying customers worldwide for over 49 years.
Visitors to the website can access a variety of educational videos and enlightening articles. The B&H YouTube Channel has an unmatched wealth of educational content. Our entertaining and informative videos feature product overviews from our in-house specialists. You can view the B&H Event Space presentations from many of the world's foremost experts and interviews with some of technology's most dynamic personalities. Tap into this exciting resource by subscribing to the B&H YouTube Channel here. In addition to videos, the B&H Explora blog presents new product announcements, gear reviews, helpful guides, and tech news written by product experts and industry professionals, as well as our award-winning podcasts.
When you’re in Manhattan, take a tour of the B&H Photo SuperStore, located at 420 Ninth Avenue. The techno-carousel spins all year round at the counters and kiosks at B&H. With hundreds of products on display, the B&H Photo SuperStore is the place to test-drive and compare all the latest gear.
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221019005448/en/
Contacts
Henry Posner
B&H Photo Video
212-615-8820
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/
