Avid HD I/O 16x16 Analog Interface
- 16 x 16 analog inputs and outputs
- Pro Tools|HD systems only
- Thunderbolt, DigiLink connectivity
- Up to 192 KHz sample rate
- 32 channels listed
Updated 5 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A high-end analog expansion for studios already running Pro Tools HD, adding many converters in one unit. It only works inside an HD system, so it is not a standalone interface.
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ASIN: B0041EEPV6Category: Audio Interfaces
Overview
Avid built the HD I/O to integrate fully with Pro Tools HD systems, adding sixteen analog inputs and outputs to a studio rig. It connects through DigiLink or Thunderbolt and converts at up to the top sample rate HD supports.
Studios running Pro Tools HD get a large bank of analog converters that drop into the existing system. Integration with the HD software is complete. Without an HD core it does nothing, and it is heavy for a mobile rig.
Who it's for
Commercial and post-production studios on Pro Tools HD get more analog channels in one box. Home users on native DAWs will not be able to connect it.
Pros and cons
- Many analog channels in one unit
- Full Pro Tools HD integration
- High sample rate support
- DigiLink and Thunderbolt listed
- Works only with Pro Tools HD
- Heavy to move
- No mic preamps listed
Performance notes
Recording quality depends on the analog converters, which handle all sixteen paths in each direction. Because it runs inside Pro Tools HD, latency and routing follow that system's hardware. Mic sources need external preamps, since only analog line paths are described.
Specifications
| Brand | Avid |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 25.3 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Inputs outputs | 16 x 16 analog |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Technology | Thunderbolt, DigiLink |
| Compatible Devices | Personal computer |
| Warranty & support | |
| Supported Software | Pro Tools|HD |
| Other details | |
| Number of Channels | 32 |
| Operating System | Windows |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 192 KHz |
Frequently asked questions
Can the Avid HD I/O work without Pro Tools HD?
No. Avid designs it to integrate with Pro Tools|HD systems.
Does the Avid HD I/O have mic preamps?
No mic preamps are listed. It is a 16 x 16 analog interface for line-level signals.
What sample rate does the Avid HD I/O support?
Up to 192 KHz.