Avid Carbon Pre 24-Channel Preamp
Need more room to grow in your studio setup? The Avid Carbon Pre 24-Channel Preamp gives your Pro Tools | Carbon system a powerful boost. With eight crystal-clear preamps and tons of connection options, it's built to help you record full bands with ease—yes, even drums. Whether you're tracking a solo artist or an entire group, the Carbon Pre delivers clean sound and total control without slowing you down.
Avid Carbon Pre 24-Channel Preamp Review
The Avid Carbon Pre 24-Channel Preamp expands your setup with eight mic/line/instrument inputs and eight analog outputs, making it a versatile tool for serious audio production. It delivers high-end 32-bit / 192 kHz sound quality with ultra-low noise and incredible dynamic range. Built with Avid’s most transparent preamps, it ensures every take is captured with depth and detail. Plus, you can control all settings straight from Pro Tools, making it a seamless addition to any hybrid recording system.
Avid Carbon Pre 24-Channel Preamp Features
- Easily adds more mic and instrument inputs to your Pro Tools | Carbon setup
- Built-in memory lets you save and recall your favorite settings
- Works with other systems or on its own as a powerful audio interface
- Instant session switching means no long setup times
- Connects with just a couple of cables for clean and simple use
- Plays nice with Avid control surfaces for fast mixing and recording
Avid Carbon Pre 24-Channel Preamp Specs
- 8 combo XLR-1/4" inputs for mic, line, or instrument signals
- 2 AVB Ethernet ports for expansion and fast connectivity
- Up to 32-bit / 192 kHz audio resolution for studio-quality sound
- Phantom power support at 48V for condenser mics
- ADAT I/O supports up to 16 channels at standard sample rates
- Measures 19 x 13.5 x 1.8 inches and weighs 11 pounds
- Powered through standard AC input


