ICON features one of the most transparent and accurate mix engines in the industry, thanks to the nearly 300dB of internal dynamic range provided by the Pro Tools|HD Accel 48-bit fixed-point mix bus. Plus, Digidesign’s world-class, 192kHz-capable Pro Tools|HD audio interfaces boast some of the best sonic specs in the industry, guaranteeing superb sound quality recording into the system. Automatic Delay Compensation further ensures absolute phase relationships are preserved in a mix. Add to that the wide variety of third-party plug-ins and creative software options, many of which meticulously emulate the most sought-after vintage analog and digital outboard processors, and it becomes clear why ICON is becoming the mixing console of choice for professional music production.

ICON offers a host of features and dedicated options ideal for post production applications, including an unprecedented level of interoperability with Avid workstations. Projects can move seamlessly between the editorial and the mix stage with full compatibility using a single automation system. Powerful third-party plug-ins provide a variety of tools needed for intricate dialog processing, noise reduction, room simulation, ADR, and more from ICON’s tactile worksurfaces. Touch-sensitive knobs allow for fast automated parameter changes. Fully featured machine control enables direct control of external 9-pin machines, track arming, transport control, and auto-insert. Mix multiple stems and develop super-accurate surround mixes. Digitize as DV25 directly to the Pro Tools timeline. Regardless of a project’s size or complexity, ICON handles it all with ease.

XMON is ICON’s remote, rack-mounted, analog monitor and communications system. With XMON and D-Control, operators can monitor separate, simultaneous 8-channel mixes (mono to 7.1 surround) as well as four external stereo sources. With XMON and D-Command, operators can monitor separate, simultaneous 6-channel mixes (mono to 5.1 surround) as well as three external stereo sources. External inputs are selectable to main, near-field, or mini speaker configurations. XMON also provides separate stereo Cue outputs, studio monitors (SLS), and a dedicated engineer’s headphone output.

Digidesign XMON Features:

• Single 15-pin cable connection for remote positioning of XMON up to 80' away from D-Control
• All XMON audio I/O connections are made with standard DB-25 multi-pin connectors
• Separate port supports External Talkback input, two Listenback inputs, AFL stereo solo input, and Mini Speakers (stereo)

Pro Tools|HD Accel serves as the digital mixing engine and digital router for the ICON system. Pro Tools|HD Accel DSP resources are easily expandable to accommodate any audio processing and mixing task - simply install additional HD Accel PCI cards. The precision and capabilities of the Pro Tools|HD Accel mix engine, plus the wide range of third-party processing options, provide operators with an unsurpassed degree of choice and complete recallability for mixing.

• Pro Tools|HD 2 Accel
• Pro Tools|HD 3 Accel

ICON can accommodate virtually any combination of input and output configurations. With Digidesign's world-class HD audio interfaces functioning as the modular I/O system for the console, I/O capacity can be tailored to suit the needs of any studio.

• • 192 I/O - 16 simultaneous channels of high-definition analog/digital I/O at up to 192 kHz
• 192 Digital I/O - 16 simultaneous channels of digital I/O featuring real-time sample rate conversion
• 96io - 16 simultaneous channels of analog/digital I/O at up to 96 kHz
• 96i I/O - 16 analog inputs, 2 analog outputs at up to 96 kHz
• PRE - High-performance, super-matched-transistor, remote-controllable, 8-channel hybrid mic preamp
• SYNC I/O - Synchronization device that adds LTC, VITC, Bi-phase, Word, Video Reference, and more
• MIDI I/O - Multi-port MIDI interface featuring 10 MIDI inputs and outputs (160 channels total)