Sonnet Thunderbolt AVB GE Adapter for Macs

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Sonnet Thunderbolt AVB GE Adapter for Macs
Key Features
  • 40 Gbps Thunderbolt Interface
  • Apple M1 Series Compatible
  • Intel Mac Compatible
  • Bus-Powered, Energy Efficient
The Avid Pro Tools | Carbon audio interface for music production has been described as a creative game changer; its innovative use of eight onboard HDX processors and a custom FPGA enable you to track and monitor with near-zero latency when using AAX DSP plug-ins. Because Carbon connects to your Mac over Ethernet using a proprietary version of AVB (Audio Video Bridging, aka IEEE 802.1), you’ll have to use an AVB capable Thunderbolt Gigabit Ethernet adapter if your computer doesn’t have onboard Ethernet. The Avid Qualified Sonnet Thunderbolt AVB adapter is your single-adapter solution for connecting your Mac with Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 3 ports to the Carbon interface.

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Sonnet AVB-TB Overview

The Avid Pro Tools | Carbon audio interface for music production has been described as a creative game changer; its innovative use of eight onboard HDX processors and a custom FPGA enable you to track and monitor with near-zero latency when using AAX DSP plug-ins. Because Carbon connects to your Mac over Ethernet using a proprietary version of AVB (Audio Video Bridging, aka IEEE 802.1), you’ll have to use an AVB capable Thunderbolt Gigabit Ethernet adapter if your computer doesn’t have onboard Ethernet. The Avid Qualified Sonnet Thunderbolt AVB adapter is your single-adapter solution for connecting your Mac with Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 3 ports to the Carbon interface.

 

Avid-Compliant Ethernet Adapter - Connect to Other Devices On a Network
Beyond its support for the Pro Tools | Carbon interface, the Sonnet Thunderbolt AVB Adapter enables you to add your Mac as an endpoint in an AVB network and connect to other devices such as audio interfaces, mixers, plug-in processors, personal monitor stations, stage boxes, speakers, speaker processors, and others. Audio Video Bridging support makes the adapter perfect for use in pro audio and video applications where synchronization of data streams is critical.
Simple Setup - Drivers and Configuration App Built Into macOS
The basic drivers that support the Sonnet Thunderbolt Adapter are included in macOS. Basic configuration takes place in Network control panel, while configuration for use in AVB applications is handled in the Audio MIDI Setup application and control software.
UPC: 732311013430

Sonnet AVB-TB Specs

Key Specs
Networking I/O
1x 10/100/1000 Mb/s Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45)
System Connection
USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
OS Compatibility
macOS 10.12.6 or Later
Networking I/O
1x 10/100/1000 Mb/s Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45)
System Connection
USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
OS Compatibility
macOS 10.12.6 or Later
Power Source
Bus Powered
Material of Construction
Plastic
Cable Length
1.6' / 0.5 m
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.42 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.9 x 3.8 x 1.9"

Sonnet AVB-TB Reviews

works

By Kevin
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2025-03-16

overpriced for what it is but it was the only option supported by my gear and it does work

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Does this support Windows 10/11 and/or USB 4 ...

Does this support Windows 10/11 and/or USB 4 (40gbps)?
Asked by: Dylan
The Sonnet Thunderbolt AVB GE Adapter for Macs, B&H # SOAVBTB, is not Windows compatible; USB4 is supported on compatible Macs.
Answered by: Miguel M
Date published: 2026-01-12
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