The Avid Pro Tools Hybrid Audio Production System | Carbon is the next evolution of Pro Tools audio interfaces. Designed to streamline the recording and mixing process so musicians, engineers, and producers spend less time on technology and more time being creative, Pro Tools | Carbon sets a new standard for hardware and software integration. It combines the power of native CPU processing with HDX DSP acceleration for maximum performance, allowing you to use more plug-ins than ever before with real-time, latency-free monitoring. Pro Tools | Carbon connects to your computer via AVB, offering incredibly low latency and audio transmission in 32-bit floating point precision. Enjoy the definitive Pro Tools experience with the Pro Tools hybrid production system | Avid Carbon!

Seamless integration of hardware and software.

Pro Tools has been the industry standard recording and mixing software for decades. And it's not hard to see why: its console-style workflow and timeline-based editing window are intuitive and efficient. And tons of time-saving production and editing tools like Elastic Audio and Beat Detective help you get professional results quickly. The Pro Tools Hybrid Engine | Carbon, which allows simultaneous use of native CPU and HDX DSP processing during recording and mixing, delivers the optimal Pro Tools experience. Plus, its built-in features like zero-latency monitoring are accessible directly from Pro Tools - no need for separate control software!

HDX DSP delivers unlimited creativity.

When you are composing and recording on your computer, you may sometimes run into limitations on your system's resources. But Pro Tools | Carbon strengthens your system's capabilities with eight HDX DSP cores. You'll be able to use more plug-ins than ever before, both in native mode and in HDX DSP mode. With over 115 AAX DSP plug-ins from the Avid Complete collection, plus virtual instruments from UVI and Native Instruments, and countless hardware emulations from McDSP and Plugin Alliance, Pro Tools | Carbon offers a comprehensive production system for unlimited creativity!

State-of-the-art converters and cutting-edge preamps.

Pro Tools | Carbon offers exceptional sonic performance. Four state-of-the-art analog-to-digital converters per channel deliver impeccable audio quality, with an impressive 126dB dynamic range that accurately captures quiet audio sources with minimal noise and loud sources without distortion. Pro Tools' eight preamps | Carbon have been specially designed and are some of the company's best, offering maximum transparency and detail. And four of the eight preamps feature variable impedance control for optimal gain adjustment regardless of source. For engineers and producers using external equipment, Pro Tools | Carbon allows any of its eight preamps to be bypassed, ensuring the shortest possible signal chain.

Flexible I/O for any recording situation.

Whether you're working in a small design studio or a large facility, Pro Tools | Carbon has the flexibility needed for any recording situation. For recording solo artists, small ensembles, and overdubs, Pro Tools | Carbon are more than enough. However, if you need to expand to accommodate large ensembles, multi-miked drum kits, or other needs, Pro Tools | Carbon offers 16 channels of digital I/O via ADAT. With full I/O options, it's ideal for hybrid studio setups and ready to expand as your studio evolves.

CHARACTERISTICS:

Seamless integration with Pro Tools and Pro Tools Ultimate
Combines native CPU and 8 HDX CPU cores for maximum performance
Monitoring and recording with near-zero latency via AAX DSP plug-ins
Includes a perpetual license of Pro Tools Ultimate along with a 1-year upgrade and support plan
Includes 115 AAX DSP plug-ins from the Avid Complete collection
Software package with virtual instruments and hardware emulations from UVI, Native Instruments, McDSP and Plugin Alliance
8 newly designed transparent microphone preamps with variable impedance on inputs 5-8
Flexible I/O including 4 headphone outputs, 8 line inputs and outputs, 16 channels of digital I/O via ADAT and external clock I/O
AVB connection offers extremely low latency and 32-bit floating-point precision audio transmission.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Type: Pro Tools Hybrid Interface
Computer Connectivity: Ethernet
Format: Rack Mount
Simultaneous I/O: 25 x 34
Number of preamps: 8 x mic, 2 x instrument
Phantom Power: Yes
A/D resolution: 24 bits/192kHz
Analog inputs: 2 x 1/4" TS (Hi-Z), 8 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/line), 1 x DB-25 (line)
Analog outputs: 1 x DB-25 (line), 2 x 1/4" TRS (monitor)
Digital inputs: 2 x Optical Toslink (ADAT)
Digital outputs: 2 x Optical Toslink (ADAT)
Headphones: 4 x 1/4" TRS
Data I/O: 2 x Ethernet (Carbon AVB)
Network: AVB
I/O Clock: Input/Output
Other I/O: 1 x 1/4" (remote feetswitch)
Software: Pro Tools Ultimate Perpetual License, Avid Complete Plug-in Bundle
Operating system requirements - Mac: macOS 10.15.7 or later
Rack spaces: 1U
Power supply: Standard IEC AC cable
Manufacturer Part Number: 9935-73106-00