Avid Pro Tools HDX Thunderbolt 3 Rackmount Chassis

Elevate your audio production capabilities with the Avid Pro Tools | HDX Thunderbolt 3 Chassis. Designed in collaboration with Sonnet, this high-performance chassis seamlessly integrates Pro Tools | HDX systems with modern Thunderbolt 3-equipped Mac and Windows computers, including laptops. Its ultra-quiet operation and robust build make it an ideal choice for both studio and on-the-go professionals.

The 1U rack-mountable chassis offers versatility by securely housing a single HDX PCIe card (sold separately) and an optional Mac mini, creating a powerful, self-contained system. Its convertible design allows easy transition between desktop and rackmount configurations, facilitating smooth movement between different work environments, from home studios to professional facilities, and even live setups.

Built with rugged aluminum and steel housing, the chassis ensures the safety of your valuable components during transport and in various operational settings. It is specifically engineered to meet the size, power, and thermal requirements of HDX systems, guaranteeing consistent and reliable performance that audio professionals demand.

Key Features

• Seamless integration with Thunderbolt 3-equipped Mac and Windows computers
• Ultra-quiet operation suitable for studio and mobile use
• Convertible design for desktop and rackmount configurations
• Rugged aluminum and steel construction for enhanced durability
• Supports housing of a single HDX PCIe card and optional Mac mini
• Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for daisy-chaining up to five additional devices
• Front-panel USB 3.0 port for easy connectivity (rackmount version)

Technical Specifications

Form Factor: Available as a desktop or rackmount chassis; desktop and rackmount conversion accessories also available as options
PCIe Connectivity: One expansion slot for a Pro Tools | HDX PCIe card (sold separately)
Thunderbolt Connectivity: Two Thunderbolt 3 ports—one for computer connection and one for daisy-chaining up to five additional Thunderbolt/USB devices
USB Connectivity: One USB 3.0 port on the front panel of the rackmount chassis
Mac Mini Enclosure: Internal enclosure to secure optional Mac mini with Thunderbolt 3 ports (rackmount chassis only)
Bandwidth: Thunderbolt interface: 40 Gbit/s; PCIe interface: 2,750 MB/s
Power Supply: 96W
Operating Temperature: 32º–95º F (0º–35º C)
Dimensions (H x W x D):
    Desktop chassis (with feet): 9.4" x 2.2" x 14.5" (238 mm x 57 mm x 368 mm)
    Rackmount chassis (with rack ears and rails): 1.7" x 19" x 17.3" (44 mm x 482 mm x 439 mm)

What's Included

• Avid Pro Tools | HDX Thunderbolt 3 Chassis (desktop or rackmount version)
• 0.5-meter (1.5 ft) passive 40Gb/s Thunderbolt cable
• Power supply cable
• Desktop feet or rack ears and rails (depending on chosen configuration)
• User guide and warranty information