Avid
Avid Pro Tools | MTRX II Base Unit
Best professional interface for demanding audio production workflows.
The Avid Pro Tools | MTRX II Base Unit is a professional audio interface designed for studio environments. It offers extensive connectivity options, including Thunderbolt 3, Dante, and DigiLink, enabling seamless integration with digital audio workstations and personal computers. With support for up to 256 channels, this interface is built for high-demand audio production workflows. Its robust design and compatibility with Pro Tools | HDX software make it a powerful tool for professional audio engineers and producers seeking uncompromising sound quality and flexibility.
$6999.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
369
/ 663
#369 in Audio Converters
Price vs Category Average
+60%
Above average
Brand
Avid
/ Avid
Who it's for
- Professional audio engineers and producers demanding top-tier sound
- Large-scale studio operators and post-production facilities
- Dedicated Pro Tools HDX users and large professional studios
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious individuals and small home studio owners
- Novice users and those preferring simpler plug-and-play solutions
- Non-Pro Tools HDX users and those with other DAWs
Performance breakdown
Channel capacity
Handles massive session counts with room to spare for complex routing.
Connectivity versatility
Seamlessly bridges Thunderbolt, Dante, and DigiLink for any studio ecosystem.
Integration depth
Deep Pro Tools HDX synergy ensures rock-solid performance for professional workflows.
Build integrity
Rugged construction designed to withstand the demands of high-pressure studio environments.
Signal fidelity
Delivers pristine, transparent audio conversion for the most critical listening tasks.
Workflow scalability
Modular architecture allows the system to grow alongside your expanding studio.
Key Specs
Brand
Avid
Compatible Devices
Digital Audio Workstation, Personal Computer
Supported Software
Pro Tools | HDX
Connectivity Technology
Thunderbolt 3, Dante, DigiLink
Number of Channels
256
Power Source
Bus Powered
Features
- High Channel Count for Complex Workflows
- Versatile Connectivity Options
- Pro Tools | HDX Compatibility
- Studio-Grade Audio Interface
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Avid Pro Tools MTRX II Base Unit for its exceptional audio quality and robust performance in professional studio environments. Users highlight its unparalleled routing flexibility and seamless integration with Pro Tools systems, making complex workflows manageable. The unit is celebrated for its reliability and the significant upgrade it offers to high end production setups. While acknowledging its advanced nature, professionals find its capabilities indispensable for demanding audio tasks, affirming its status as a cornerstone for serious audio engineers seeking top tier results.
Know before you buy
Yes, the MTRX II features Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, allowing you to use it as a high-performance audio interface directly with your computer without requiring a dedicated HDX card.
The unit acts as a central hub for your studio, utilizing its internal routing matrix to bridge signals between Dante, DigiLink, and Thunderbolt 3, allowing for seamless communication between disparate audio systems.
Absolutely. With support for up to 256 channels, it is specifically engineered to handle the complex routing and high track counts typical of professional film and television post-production environments.
The MTRX II Base Unit provides the core processing and connectivity foundation, but it is a modular system. You will need to purchase and install specific I/O cards separately to meet your exact analog or digital input and output requirements.
Yes, the MTRX II is fully compatible with Pro Tools | HDX systems, making it a natural upgrade or expansion for studios already built around the Avid ecosystem.
The MTRX II significantly expands on the original by integrating Thunderbolt 3 and increased Dante capacity directly into the base unit, offering a more streamlined connection to modern workstations.
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