Automatic delay compensation, pristine 192 kHz audio resolution, VCA masters, more powerful DSP, and Digidesign ICON integrated console support are just some of the 200 reasons why Pro Tools|HD continues to be heartily embraced by the industry. Coupled with the power and speed of the latest Pro Tools HD software, Pro Tools|HD delivers everything you need to inspire and fuel your creativity while maximizing your efficiency. And now through June 20, 2007, there are even more compelling reasons to make the move to Pro Tools|HD — how does low pricing, a free Pro Tools LE system, and up to 36 free plug-ins sound?

Got Cubase, Nuendo, or SONAR and a hardware audio interface? For a limited time, you can move up to the power of industry-standard Pro Tools by exchanging your third-party digital audio workstation — or a Pro Tools LE® system — up to a 003™ Factory, 003™ Rack, or 003™ Rack Factory at discounted prices and save big on the Music Production Toolkit. If you're already a Pro Tools LE owner, you can upgrade to any 003 system from a Digi 001®, Digi ToolBox™, Mbox®, Mbox® 2, Mbox® 2 Mini, Mbox® 2 Pro, or Digi 002 Rack™ — or exchange a Digi 002® to a 003 Factory.

See all other hardware exchanges, bundles, and special offers available for ICON, VENUE, Pro Tools|HD, and Pro Tools LE systems.

Spice up your wardrobe with a spiffy Pro Tools shirt (check out the new 003 tee) or tote your Pro Tools LE system in a specially designed protective bag, such as the stylish Mbox 2 Shoulder Bag. Visit the DigiWear shop in the DigiStore and take advantage of temporarily reduced pricing on select items — act now before prices go back up.

Digidesign's latest Pro Tools HD 7.3.1cs3 software update for Pro Tools|HD® systems has been officially qualified for use with Apple's 8-core Mac Pro computers. If you've got a new 8-core Mac Pro and Pro Tools|HD, be sure to download the free Pro Tools HD 7.3.1cs3 update from the Digidesign Support site at www.digidesign.com/support. This update is for all Pro Tools HD 7.3 users.

In support of his FutureSex/LoveSounds CD, Justin Timberlake has embarked on a worldwide tour with three Digidesign VENUE D-Show® systems in tow — one at front of house and two for monitor mixes. Thanks to VENUE (along with a connected Pro Tools|HD system), FOH and monitor engineers Andy Meyer and Kevin Glendinning have been able to work with the singer and his music director on a completely new level, allowing for direct artist input and quick-and-easy adjustments and fine-tuning. VENUE also makes it possible for the engineers to successfully transition Timberlake's signature studio sound live on stage.

The Digidesign ICON integrated console environment has become the most in-demand mixing platform at major post-production and music recording facilities around the world, and if you're looking to move your ICON skills way ahead of the pack, now's the perfect time to become a Certified ICON Mixer. Digidesign is introducing a new educational program, Pro Tools 310I: Advanced ICON Mixing Techniques, which offers in-depth, hands-on ICON D-Control™ training by Digidesign-certified ICON instructors and the opportunity to advance your skills to certified expert level status.

Visit Digidesign at InfoComm 2007 to see how the VENUE live sound environment integrates with the ICON integrated console environment, and get a hands-on demo with a Digidesign Product Specialist.

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