Avid has release the new Pro Tools 2019.6 update, which resolves an issue where interruptions in internet connectivity can cause Pro Tools First, Pro Tools, and Pro Tools Ultimate to delete local (offline) Projects.

2019.6 fixes a variety of Pro Tools bugs, and also brings a couple of new features, the significant feature is that Avid’s HEAT software is now available for Pro Tools Standard users. Previously it was only available to Pro Tools Ultimate users.

Avid's Statement Important install update regarding Pro Tools products This email is to inform you that Pro Tools 2019.6 (released today) resolves an issue we uncovered where interruptions in internet connectivity can cause Pro Tools | First, Pro Tools, and Pro Tools | Ultimate to delete local (offline) Projects. We escalated this issue with high priority, identified the cause, and have delivered a fix with this release. It is advised that you install this update if you are using cloud storage. For more information please refe…

Avid is set to make some pricing changes to Pro Tools and other creative software come July 1, 2019. These price updates will go up for some, go down for some, or remain the same for others. Here's an explanation of what's changing and how it will affect your Pro Tools software.

First, a Message from AvidImportant Update on Upcoming Creative Tools Price Adjustments
We wanted to give you a heads up on some important changes regarding the pricing of our Creative Software products. We are announcing that we have adjusted several of the prices of these offerings effective July 1, 2019.  Some prices have increased, some have stayed the same and some have decreased. 

As many of you know, the entire technology industry is going through a major shift from perpetual licenses to a new business model focused on subscription.  This directional change is a positive shift for many users that are interested in more flexible and affordable payment options and only paying for those features,…

Townsend Lab Updates Sphere 1.3 Plug-in to Support AAX DSP. Townsend Labs version 1.3 is now available with support for AAX DSP for Pro Tools HDX Townsend Labs has just announced that AAX DSP support is included in version 1.3 of the Sphere plug-in—the software component in the award-winning and best-in-class Sphere L22 microphone modeling system. Ever since its initial introduction, the Sphere plug-in has been available for all major native plug-in formats, as well as on Universal Audio’s UAD-2, Apollo and Arrow platform. With the addition of AAX DSP support in Sphere 1.3, owners of Pro Tools HDX systems can now enjoy perfect integration of the Sphere microphone into their existing DSP-based workflow, and monitor the over 20 included microphone models with near-zero latency while recording.


Townsend Labs Mic Modeling Since its debut in 2017, the Townsend Labs Sphere L22 has established itself as the best microphone modeling solution in the industry. Its pioneering multi-dimensional …

The most popular video editing software just got even better, with Avid's release of the new Media Composer 2019. From first cut to final delivery, the new Media Composer is designed for makers at every skill level—with a modern and intuitive interface, task-based workspaces, built-in color finishing tools, plus packaging and codec support for OTT workflows.

The reimagined Media Composer brings you a new, paneled interface to support every type of workflow, for editing, color, effects and audio, floating windows, a new bin navigator, multi-format exporting, and much more.

Let's take a look at what's new in Media Composer 2019.

New Modern UI
Find your creative flow with a modern new interface and task-based workspaces that make organizing media and video editing more fluid and intuitive. Media Composer’s responsive smart panel design helps boost your creative flow while clearing the clutter, so you can spend more time focusing on what matters most—your story.
Create better …

Avid has announced that Pro Tools 2019.5 is now available, starting today Thursday, May 9, 2019. This release delivers a 50% voice increase for Pro Tools | Ultimate software and HD Native systems, macOS Mojave support, as well as new features that enable fast and fluid creation and experimentation. Earlier we had previwed all the new features of Pro Tools 2019, but you can get a recap below.

What’s New in Pro Tools 2019 Create and Mix With More Voices (Pro Tools | Ultimate only)  Pro Tools | Ultimate now enables you to work with up to 384 simultaneous voices/audio tracks (up from 256) with just the software alone. That’s 50% more voices! Plus, with Pro Tools | Ultimate Voice Packs (coming soon), you can add 128 more voices per pack—up to 768 total—to support the largest productions. Get more power to work alongside multiple Pro Tools | HDX systems, without being tethered to a studio or stage.

Need More Voices?
With Pro Tools | Ultimate Voice Packs, you can incrementally add an additional 1…

Avid is giving NAB a preview of the next update to Pro Tools 2019. This release introduces a voice limit increase for all Pro Tools | Ultimate customers on active plans, macOS Mojave support, as well as new features that enable fast and fluid creation and experimentation.

What’s New in Pro Tools 2019
Create and mix with more voices in Pro Tools | Ultimate Pro Tools | Ultimate now enables you to work with up to 384 simultaneous voices/audio tracks (up from 256) with just the software alone or Pro Tools HD Native (does not apply to HDX). That’s 50% more voices! Plus, with Pro Tools | Ultimate Voice Packs (coming soon), you can add 128 more voices per pack—up to 768 total—to support the largest productions. Get more native power to work alongside multiple Pro Tools | HDX systems, without being tethered to a studio or stage.

Note: HDX will not get a voice increase – maximum voices will remain 256 per card and 768 per system. Pro Tools | HDX does not support Pro Tools | Ultimate Voice Pack…