Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini - Hard Disc Recording System
The Mbox 2 Mini from Digidesign is a highly compact, USB digital audio interface that allows users to access Pro Tools LE software and over fifty related plug-ins, instruments and applications.
The unit is perfect for both beginners who wish to get into Pro Tools software and gain compatibility with the software standard, and for professionals who wish to edit on the road without taking a large interface with them.
Like its siblings, Mbox 2 and Mbox 2 Pro, Mbox 2 Mini delivers superior sound quality and includes plenty of powerful creation tools for composing, recording and mixing music and audio.
Systems purchased on or after October 3rd 2008 and all current purchasers are eligible to receive a free upgrade to Pro Tools LE 8 when it becomes available.
Hardware
- USB interface with 24-bit/48kHz resolution in compact, rugged metal enclosure for maximum portability and durability
- Two simultaneous analog inputs and outputs
- One XLR analog input for connecting a microphone with switchable 48V phantom power
- Two 1/4" line-/instrument-level (DI) analog inputs for connecting guitars, basses, keyboards, synthesizers, drum machines and more
- Zero-latency monitoring
- Front-panel volume control and monitor-mute switch
Software
- Pro Tools LE recording, editing and mixing software
- Thirty-two simultaneous audio tracks expandable to forty-eight tracks (with optional Music Production Toolkit or DV Toolkit 2)
- Fully integrated MIDI sequencing with 256 simultaneous MIDI tracks
- Over fifty processing plug-ins, virtual instruments and compatible applications
- Support for streaming ReWire applications into Pro Tools
- Beat Detective LE automatic groove analysis and correction tool
| Converters | 24-bit |
| Sample Rates | 44.1 and 48kHz |
| Analog Input |
1 x XLR Microphone 2 x 1/4" TS phone, unbalanced |
| Analog Output |
2 x 1/4" TS phone, unbalanced 1 x 1/4" TRS phone Headphone |
| Digital Input | No |
| Digital Output | No |
| MIDI In/Out | No |
| Sync In/Out | Not applicable |
| Headphone Output | Yes |
| THD + N |
Mic Input: 0.0006% (-104dB) @ 1kHz Line Input: 0.006% (-84dB) |
| Dynamic Range | 103dB/106dB, A-weighted |
| Frequency Response | Not specified by manufacturer |
| System Requirements |
OS X or Windows XP Due to constantly changing requirements, for comprehensive hardware specifications and system requirements, please refer to Digidesign's website at Digidesign |
| Specialties | In addition to Pro Tools LE 7 software, over fifty plug-ins and applications are included |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 9 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (7)
- Excellent sound (5)
- Versatile (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur recording (7)
- Home studio (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (5), Professional musician (3)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 9 customers
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
Comments about Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini - Hard Disc Recording System:
This is the second Mbox 2 mini I have purchased. This is for my father to help him with the transcription of old family recordings.
Pros
- Excellent Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
Comments about Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini - Hard Disc Recording System:
Well, as long as the dog isn't barking or nobody is mowing the lawn while you're trying to record. But, that's beside the point. The Mbox 2 Mini is the most affordable way to get into Pro Tools, the industry standard for recording. The interface is nothing fancy, but it gets the job done and is portable for recording anywhere.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Low Distortion
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini - Hard Disc Recording System:
The inexpensive way to enter the protools world!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Low Distortion
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini - Hard Disc Recording System:
There's not a lot to it, but it works well and gets the job done. I purchased this so that I could do overdubs and then mix the session (started at a recording studio) at home. And it does it just fine. Sounds good.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini - Hard Disc Recording System:
Use the product for school and it works great. Starting to record my own audio as well as edit film audio and pro tools is the perfect software to start with.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini - Hard Disc Recording System:
The mini is a great way to get into the world of Pro Tools production. It is way less expensive than some other options and is an ideal entry platform to learn the system. It could have some other bells and whistles, but I have plenty to work on right now. It connects my synth to the computer and studio monitors, and allows me to use the quarter inch jack without midi. And best of all, it comes with the Pro-Tools software.
Pros
- Cheap
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Editing
- Professional Recording
- Protools in travel
Comments about Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini - Hard Disc Recording System:
It's a cheap way to have the powerful Protools software. It's cheap but you keep a good sound quality. It's small, so you can easily travel with.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Professional Functions
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini - Hard Disc Recording System:
That's my second digidesign product. I have a mBox 2 already at the studio and bought this for the road.
ZERO latency, great features and sound quality. Besides the whole benefit of working with Pro Tools anywhere you go.
Pros
- Professional Functions
- Versatile
Cons
- Not the most recent softw
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
Comments about Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini - Hard Disc Recording System:
Its compact and modern design combined with the great features about Pro Tools V 7.0 make this a good deal for less than [$]. The possibility of working with both win and mac and the great software bundles that come make are its greatest strengths.
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Cables
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- Original: $14.95
- Save: $1.49
- Price: $13.46
Headphones
- Price: $109.95
Monitors
- Price: $179.00
Midi Controllers
- Price: $86.30
Midi Interfaces
- Price: $69.00
Data Storage Devices
- Price: $189.99
Plug-Ins
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- Original: $120.00
- Save: $16.00
- Price: $104.00
This item must be downloaded from the manufacturer's website. An authorization code will be emailed to you within 48 hours after purchase.
Virtual Instruments
- Price: $119.00
This item must be downloaded from the manufacturer's website. An authorization code will be emailed to you within 48 hours after purchase.
Cases & Protection
- Price: $22.53
Cable Management
- Price: $4.95
What's in the Box
- USB Cable
- Bundled Software
- One (1) Year Warranty
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