Avid adds AI stem separation and Extensions format to Pro Tools

Avid has released Pro Tools 2026.11, which adds features and enhancements that accelerate music creation and audio post production.

The update adds Pro Tools Extensions, a new plugin format that enables creators to access advanced workflows from Avid and third parties directly within Pro Tools.

Avid has also added Pro Tools Stem Separator, a new AI-powered extension for separating audio into individual elements, alongside support for MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) and improvements to the Pro Tools experience on Windows.

The Pro Tools Stem Separator Extension enables music producers, remixers, and audio post production professionals to isolate individual elements from existing recordings without exporting files to external applications or uploading audio to cloud services.

Using AI, it separates recordings into up to six stems – vocals, drums, bass, guitar, keys and other.

“The way music and audio professionals work is constantly evolving, and we want Pro Tools to evolve with them,” said Sam Butler, vice president, product management, Avid. “Extensions represent an important step forward, bringing new technologies and innovative capabilities directly into Pro Tools to support a wider range of creative experiences. It’s about giving creators greater choice and flexibility while allowing them to stay focused on their work – reflecting our commitment to making Pro Tools more powerful, open and accessible for users at every level.”