The primary reason Pro Tools HD 12.5 is cited as "better" than its predecessors is the debut of .

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Users could share audio and MIDI tracks on a track-by-track basis, making it easier to invite a remote session musician or mixer to contribute without sending large session folders. Artist Chat:

Whether it is better depends on your current setup and specific workflow needs:

Many budget interfaces are ruler-flat, which sounds good on paper, but can result in harsh, brittle high frequencies that fatigue your ears after an hour of mixing. The Pro Tools HD I/O features a custom-designed curve that is "gently shaped."