?Avid Pro Tools| Carbon Pre - 8ch AVB Pristine Mic Preamp and IO

With a dynamic range of 126 dB (A-weighted) on both A/D and D/A conversion, the Avid Pro Tools | Carbon Pre delivers uncompromising audio fidelity for professional recording environments. This 8-channel AVB microphone preamp and I/O expands your Pro Tools | Carbon system with pristine, low-latency preamps and flexible connectivity.

Overview

The Carbon Pre is a 1U rackmount unit featuring eight Pristine Mic/Line preamps with switchable +48V phantom power and a generous 75 dB gain range. Each channel is equipped with XLR/TRS combo jacks, while eight TRS line outputs provide direct routing to outboard gear or monitoring. Digital connectivity includes dual ADAT optical inputs and outputs, plus AVB for seamless integration with Pro Tools | Carbon. Word clock in/out via BNC ensures rock-solid synchronization in multi-device setups.

What stands out

• Eight high-headroom Pristine mic preamps with 75 dB gain range and per-channel phantom power.
• 126 dB dynamic range on both A/D and D/A conversion for transparent, detailed recordings.
• AVB connectivity allows up to three Carbon Pre units to be daisy-chained to a single Pro Tools | Carbon system.
• Comprehensive I/O: XLR/TRS combo inputs, TRS line outputs, dual ADAT optical I/O, and word clock.
• Compact 1U rackmount design fits neatly into any studio rack.
• High-resolution, low-latency conversion ensures real-time monitoring without compromise.

Technical details

• Input Channels: 8 x XLR/TRS combo jacks (mic/line).
• Output Channels: 8 x TRS line outputs.
• Digital I/O: 2 x ADAT optical in, 2 x ADAT optical out.
• Digital Connectivity: AVB (Audio Video Bridging).
• Sample Rates: Up to 192 kHz, 24-bit resolution.
• Dynamic Range: 126 dB (A-weighted) for both A/D and D/A.
• Phantom Power: +48V switchable per channel.
• Gain Range: 75 dB.
• Word Clock: In/Out via BNC connectors.
• Form Factor: 1U rackmount.
• Metering: 8-channel LED input metering.
• Compatibility: Avid Pro Tools | Carbon interface, Pro Tools software.
• Expansion: Up to 3 Carbon Pre units per Pro Tools | Carbon system.

Our verdict

The Avid Pro Tools | Carbon Pre is an essential expansion for any Pro Tools | Carbon user seeking top-tier preamp quality and flexible I/O. Its pristine audio performance, robust build, and seamless AVB integration make it a cornerstone of professional studios.