 MP3 Option Installation on Pro Tools 8 Systems
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| MP3 Option Installation on Pro Tools 8 Systems |
The MP3 Option software is a paid option purchased separately, and is available online at the DigiStore:
For more information about MP3 Option, see the following:
If you have already purchased an authorization code or iLok license for MP3 Option, you can use that to authorize MP3 Option on Pro Tools 8 (HD, LE, or M-Powered). To install MP3 Option on a Pro Tools 8 system:
Pro Tools 8 DVD Installer
If you have the Pro Tools 8 installation DVD, the MP3 Option installer can be found on the disk here:
Additional Files\Options Installers
Pro Tools 8 Download Installer
If you installed Pro Tools 8 from the downloadable web installer, you will need to download the MP3 Option installer separately from below.
Version Note
On Mac only, after installation the version will be listed as 7.4 for the MP3.bundle file installed for Pro Tools 8 in this location:
/Applications/Digidesign/Pro Tools/Codecs/MP3/
This is the correct version of MP3 Option for Pro Tools 8.0 on Mac OS.
The Windows version of the MP3 codec is version 8.0, located in Program Files\Common Files\Digidesign\DAE\Codecs\MP3\
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MP3 Option Guide v8.0 (PDF)
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MP3 Option Authorization & Purchase Information
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| MP3 Option Authorization & Purchase Information |
Where can I find my authorization code from my MP3 Option purchase on the DigiStore?
If you did not print your order confirmation page, or receive your email order confirmation from the DigiStore at the time of purchase with your authorization, most recent purchasers can retrieve it by logging into your account on the DigiStore:
1. Go to the DigiStore
2. Click on "your account" in the menu at the top.
2. Enter your email address and password and click on "Login" if you see that option there.
3. Not all orders will show up there, but recent ones should. If you see one for MP3 Export or MP3 Option, click on "View Order Details"
4. You'll see a copy of your receipt. Look for "Authorization code, serial number or upgrade key (depending on product purchased):" with your authorization code next.
Your MP3 Option authorization code will begin with the letters "CUBS".
About MP3 Option
The MP3 Option software is a paid option purchased separately, and is available online at the DigiStore:
The software costs $19.95 (USD) to cover the codec licensing fee that Digidesign pays to the Fraunhofer Institute for each MP3 Option sold. It is not included with every copy of Pro Tools, because that would raise the cost of every new system and upgrade by @ $20 per person, and not everyone needs this option. So it is a paid option for those that want and need it.
To purchase, please select your country/region from the Region link at the top right of the DigiStore.
Note: If your country/region is not available on the DigiStore, you will need to arrange to purchase the MP3 Option license and authorization from your Local Digidesign Office.
MP3 Option is included with the purchase of the following toolkits:
- Complete Production Toolkit
- DV Toolkit 2
- Music Production Toolkit 2
- Music Production Toolkit (discontinued original version)
For more information on all current toolkits, see the following:
MP3 Option is not included with other software bundles or Pro Tools software.
If you have previously purchased a license for either MP3 Export or MP3 Option for either Mac or Windows, you do not need to repurchase a new license for MP3 Option. Your authorization for any one of these will work with all of the following:
- MP3 Export for Mac (Pro Tools 5.0.1 TDM, LE, or Pro Tools FREE)
- MP3 Export for Windows (Pro Tools 5.0.1 TDM, LE, or Pro Tools FREE)
- MP3 Option for Mac (all Pro Tools 5.1 and higher systems)
- MP3 Option for Windows (all Pro Tools 5.1 and higher systems)
MP3 Option — Authorization Code or iLok Authorization?
Please Note: in the "Authorizing the MP3 Export Option" section of the MP3 Option Guide available below, it says the following: "The MP3 Export Option can be authorized using an Authorization Code or iLok License."
iLok authorization of MP3 Option is only available with MP3 Option installation with Pro Tools 7.3 and higher. All earlier versions of MP3 Option require an MP3 Option authorization code.
If you own an iLok USB hardware key (purchased separately) and are using Pro Tools 7.3 or higher, you can purchase the following from
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MP3 Option installation on Windows XP Pro Tools Systems
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| MP3 Option installation on Windows XP Pro Tools Systems |
Download Not Required
If you have Pro Tools HD, TDM, LE, or M-Powered version 6.x or 7.x, there is no reason to download anything from the DigiStore once you have purchased your license for MP3 Option (the DigiStore downloads are only links to the same installation instructions on this web page). You only need your authorization code that begins with "CUBS..." from your DigiStore purchase of either MP3 Export or MP3 Option, or your iLok license for MP3 Option purchased from the DigiStore. The installer for MP3 Option is built-in to the Pro Tools installer on all Pro Tools 6 and 7 CDs and major Pro Tools web updaters ("CS" updates excluded).
MP3 Option — Authorization Code or iLok Authorization?
Please Note: in the "Authorizing the MP3 Export Option" section of the MP3 Option Guide available below, it says the following: "The MP3 Export Option can be authorized using an Authorization Code or iLok License."
iLok authorization of MP3 Option is only available with MP3 Option installation with Pro Tools 7.3 and higher. All earlier versions of MP3 Option require an MP3 Option authorization code.
If you own an iLok USB hardware key (purchased separately) and are using Pro Tools 7.3 or higher, you can purchase the following from the DigiStore:
MP3 Option (iLok authorization Version for Pro Tools 7.3 and higher)
If you do not own an iLok USB key and Pro Tools 7.3 or higher, you would need to purchase the following from the DigiStore:
MP3 Option (Authorization Code Version for Pro Tools 5.0.1 and higher*)
*inclluding Pro Tools 7.3
Install From Your Pro Tools CD
On all Pro Tools 6.1 and higher TDM, LE, and M-Powered systems, you can install MP3 Option from your Pro Tools CD:
1. Insert the Pro Tools 6 or 7 Installer CD-ROM for Windows in your CD-ROM drive
2. Locate and open the Pro Tools Installer folder, and doubleclick the Setup icon
3. Check the box next to "Update MP3 Codec" or "MP3 Codec Update"
4. Follow the prompts in the installer
The next time in Pro Tools that you select a portion of audio in a session and choose to bounce to disk and export as MP3 audio, you will be prompted for your authorization code that begins with "CUBS" from your MP3 Option receipt from the DigiStore. (if you have previously authorized MP3 Option on your hard drive, you may not be prompted to re-authorize)
Install From Downloaded Pro Tools Web Updates
The following Pro Tools Windows XP web updates also have the check box to install MP3 option during the Pro Tools installation process. If you have one of these web updates, you do not need to install from the Pro Tools CD, just install from the Pro Tools web updater:
- Pro Tools HD 7, Pro Tools LE 7, and Pro Tools M-Powered 7 Web Installers
- Pro Tools TDM 6.7, 6.9, and 6.9.1 for HD Systems
- Pro Tools LE 6.4 and 6.9 for LE Systems
- Pro Tools TDM 6.4.1 for MIX systems
MP3 Option Installation Troubleshooting
You may have to delete ALL files from your Codecs/MP3 folder, then run the installer again. The MP3demo.dll file and the MP3.dll file cannot both be in the Codecs/MP3 folder.
You may also need to update to the latest version of the PACE InterLok drivers.
If you still are not able to install, you will need to Contact Digidesign Technical Support.
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MP3 Option & MP3 Export Legacy Downloads
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| MP3 Option & MP3 Export Legacy Downloads |
To download older versions of MP3 Option & MP3 Export, please see the following page on the Support Archives:
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MP3 Option installation on Mac OS X Pro Tools Systems
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| MP3 Option installation on Mac OS X Pro Tools Systems |
Download Not Required
If you have Pro Tools HD, TDM, LE, or M-Powered version 6.x or 7.x, there is no reason to download anything from the DigiStore once you have purchased your license for MP3 Option (the DigiStore downloads are only links to the same installation instructions on this web page). You only need your authorization code that begins with "CUBS..." from your DigiStore purchase of either MP3 Export or MP3 Option, or your iLok license for MP3 Option purchased from the DigiStore. The installer for MP3 Option is built-in to the Pro Tools installer on all Pro Tools 6 and 7 CDs and major Pro Tools web updaters ("CS" updates excluded).
MP3 Option — Authorization Code or iLok Authorization?
Please Note: in the "Authorizing the MP3 Export Option" section of the MP3 Option Guide available below, it says the following: "The MP3 Export Option can be authorized using an Authorization Code or iLok License."
iLok authorization of MP3 Option is only available with MP3 Option installation with Pro Tools 7.3 and higher. All earlier versions of MP3 Option require an MP3 Option authorization code.
If you own an iLok USB hardware key (purchased separately) and are using Pro Tools 7.3 or higher, you can purchase the following from the DigiStore:
MP3 Option (iLok authorization Version for Pro Tools 7.3 and higher)
If you do not own an iLok USB key and Pro Tools 7.3 or higher, you would need to purchase the following from the DigiStore:
MP3 Option (Authorization Code Version for Pro Tools 5.0.1 and higher*)
*inclluding Pro Tools 7.3
Install From Your Pro Tools CD
- Pro Tools 6.0 and Higher — All Systems
- Pro Tools 5.3.1 for Pro Tools|HD
- Pro Tools 5.3.2 for Digi 002
On these Mac systems, you can install MP3 Option from your Pro Tools CD:
1. Run "Install Pro Tools" application
2. On Pro Tools 5.3.1 and 5.3.2, choose "MP3 Authorized" check box
3. On Pro Tools 6 & 7, choose "MP3 Codec Update" check box
4. Follow the prompts in the installer
The next time in Pro Tools that you select a portion of audio in a session and choose to bounce to disk and export as MP3 audio, you will be prompted for your authorization code that begins with "CUBS" from your MP3 Option receipt from the DigiStore. (if you have previously authorized MP3 Option on your hard drive, you may not be prompted to re-authorize)
Install From Downloaded Pro Tools Web Updates
The following Pro Tools Mac OS X web updates also have the check box to install MP3 option during the Pro Tools installation process. If you have one of these web updates, you do not need to install from the Pro Tools CD, just install from the Pro Tools web updater:
- Pro Tools HD 7, Pro Tools LE 7, and Pro Tools M-Powered 7 Web Installers
- Pro Tools TDM 6.2.3, 6.7, 6.9, 6.9.1 and 6.9.2 for HD Systems
- Pro Tools LE 6.2.3, 6.4, 6.9, and 6.9.2 for LE Systems
- Pro Tools M-Powered 6.8r2 and 7
- Pro Tools TDM 6.4.1 for MIX systems
MP3 Option Installation Troubleshooting
MP3 Option for Pro Tools HD, LE, or M-Powered Version 7
The update for MP3 Option owners is installed during Pro Tools installation, either from the Pro Tools 7 Web Installer or the Pro Tools 7 CD:
1. Run the Pro Tools 7 HD, LE, or M-Powered installer application
2. Put a check mark in the box next to "MP3 Codec Update"
3. Follow the prompts in the installer application
On Mac OS X Only: If you do not have
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| When I try to authorise MP3 option I still get the MP3 demo window saying it has expired. |
Quit Pro Tools and delete the MP3 folder which can be found in:
- /Applications/Digidesign/Pro Tools/Codecs (Mac)
- \Program Files\Common Files\Digidesign\DAE\Codecs (Windows)
Run the Pro Tools installer and enable the MP3 Codec Updater in the Custom install window.
Bouncing or exporting to MP3 in Pro Tools should then prompt you for your authorization code, or verify your iLok authorization.
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Authorizing MP3 Option for Pro Tools Windows XP
- Wait until the trial period has expired and you should be prompted to choose 'Authorize' anytime you import or bounce an MP3. If this does not happen correctly follow these additional steps:
- Quit Pro Tools
- Download this script and unzip it
- Double click on the "Install MP3 Option.exe" file - it will take a few seconds, then give you a message that is has completed.
- Make sure you have the latest PACE drivers
- Launch Pro Tools and when you access the MP3 option you should get the proper "Authorize" button and not the "challenge-response" dialog or "Try" option.
Authorizing MP3 Option for Pro Tools Mac OS X
- Remove the MP3 folder from the Mac HD\Applications\Digidesign\Pro Tools\Codecs folder
- Trash all databases and preferences (move the Digidesign Databases folder located on the root level of all drives mounted on the computer to the trash; also, in the Mac HD\Users\(Your User - House Icon)\Library\Preferences folder, delete the com.digidesign.ProTools(LE).plist, DAE prefs folder, DigiSetup.OSX, and Pro Tools V.x(LE) Preferences files).
- Empty the trash from the Finder menu.
- Run the Pro Tools installer from your current Pro Tools version's installation file or CD and choose ONLY the MP3 Update (not the Demo). This should place the MP3.bundle back into the MP3 folder in your Codecs folder. If it does not, restart and run the installer again.
- Update your PACE files and launch Pro Tools.
- Once you choose to bounce as an MP3, you should see the correct Authorize window (make sure you have your code ready - if you choose to cancel, you'll have to restart and relaunch Pro Tools to authorize again).
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48 kHz Bounce to MP3 in Pro Tools 7.x Results in a 44.1 kHz MP3 File.
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| 48 kHz Bounce to MP3 in Pro Tools 7.x Results in a 44.1 kHz MP3 File. |
This is a known issue in Pro Tools HD, LE & M-Powered 7.1 - 7.4.2.
Bouncing to MP3 while using the "Highest Quality Encoding, Slower Encoding Time" setting with any bit rate other than 320kbps will result in a 44.1kHz file.
If you need to create a 'high quality' MP3 at 48k:
1) Bounce to 48k Wave.
2) Open iTunes preferences and set Import "Using MP3 Encoder" and select "Custom" for settings.
3) Within Custom set the Stereo Bit Rate to 320 (max) and set the Sample Rate to 48k.
4) Import the Wave file into iTunes and get info on the file. It will be 48k. The CBR will be greater than 320kbps, resulting in a much larger file size.
Taken from the "Read Me" for Pro Tools HD, LE & M-Powered 7.4.2 (Mac OS X 10.5.3).
Bouncing to MP3 while using the “Highest Quality Encoding, Slower Encoding Time” setting with any bit rate other than 20kbps will result in a 44.1kHz file. This is a known limitation of the encoder.
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