M Box Users Options

[nlowther]

Hey all you MBox users out there.
I want the to get the Mbox 'cause Pro tools is great for what I want . Only thing is Ive been toid by some people that it cant run Virtual Instruments without noticeable latency and chews up processor speed real quick when adding effects.
Tell me its not true, tell me simplicity rules and keep away from the maze that is Logic.

[MrDee]

I did just that a while ago for uni... i bought a Mac and an MBox.

Now whilst it is very good for recordings and mixing, it is frustrating due to the fact that it will only let you have 1 use of the MBox at any one time (is that a limitation of the USB speed though, rather than driver issues?). If you were thinking of composing with ProTools though, FORGET IT! Go with Logic or Digital Performer. I've spent months trying to find workarounds, and ProTools is simply moody. On top of that, it may seem like a cheaper alternative, and the Pres from focusrite are indeed great, however remember that if you want SMPTE time, you need to buy an addon. If you want to buy plugins, you need to buy an USB key thing. If you want to have OMF import, that's another grand. It's rediculous. It's like a modular coffee machine. You buy the core, and then you have to buy everything else. Not value in my eyes, when all the other sequencers offer so much better value for money in the long end.

Why do all the studios use it then one might ask? It is simple to use, yes, but it's because they are used to the platform, and don't want to waste time and money moving onto another sequencer. Quite a few seem to be moving onto Logic Pro now though... Here's hoping that Apple/Emagic gives Digidesign a well needed run for their money in the years to come.