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MOTU M2 Audio Interface

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2-in/2-out USB-C audio interface with studio-quality sound

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MOTU M2 Audio Interface

BEST IN CLASS


Audio Quality

Equipped with the same ESS Sabre32 Ultra™ DAC Technology found in audio interfaces costing thousands, the M2 delivers an astonishing 120 dB Dynamic Range on its main outputs. ESS converters also drive the headphone output, which rivals dedicated headphone amplifiers costing hundreds. Ultra-clean preamp circuits produce a measured -129 dBu EIN on the mic inputs. Capture and monitor your audio with pristine clarity.

☑ ESS Sabre32 Ultra™ DAC technology for superb analog sound

☑ The same converter technology used in audio interfaces costs thousands

☑ Measured 120 dB dynamic range on outputs

☑ Measured -129 dBu EIN on mic inputs

☑ ESS-driven headphone output

Speed

The M2 provides best-in-class speed for monitoring live inputs (mic, guitar, or keyboard) through your computer, thanks to MOTU’s expertly engineered USB drivers, which deliver class-leading, ultra-low 2.5 ms Round Trip Latency (at 96 kHz with a 32 sample buffer).

Metering

When recording and mixing, nothing is more critical than achieving optimum levels. The M2 is the only audio interface in its class with a full-color LCD featuring clear, detailed level meters for all inputs and outputs. Enjoy professional-level volume control and feedback to get your sound just right.

Loopback

The M2 driver provides convenient loopback channels to your host computer, so you can easily route computer output back to the computer, where you can mix it with live mics and/or guitar inputs from the M2 in your host software for live streaming or podcasting. Streaming and podcasting have never been easier and better-sounding!

A tradition of engineering excellence

Decades of award-winning product engineering for hit songs, mega tours, primetime shows, and blockbuster movies go into every MOTU audio interface.


I/O

2x mic/line/Hi-Z guitar inputs
2x balanced 1/4-inch TRS out
2x RCA analog out (mirrored)
1x stereo headphones w/volume
1x MIDI in/out 

dB RANGE

120 dB dynamic range on output
-129 dBu EIN on mic inputs

CONNECTIVITY

Bus-powered USB-C
Compatible with USB Type A
Windows driver
Mac driver (optional)
iOS compatible (with adapter kit and powered USB hub)

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Plug-and-play operation
Hardware (direct) monitoring
Independent 48V phantom power
Rugged metal construction
44.1 to 192 kHz sample rates

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

macOS 10.11 or higher
Windows 10 or higher
iOS 9 or higher

Workstation software, virtual instruments, and loops to get you making music right away

Connect the M2 to your Mac or PC and start laying down tracks with the included Performer Lite or Live Lite production software, plus hundreds of loops, one-shots, and sounds from industry leaders Big Fish Audio, Lucidsamples, and Loopmasters.

MOTU Performer Lite

Performer Lite provides everything you need to record, edit, mix, process, and master your own music tracks quickly and easily. Plug in your mic, guitar, and MIDI keyboard and start tracking with over 100 virtual instruments, dozens of effects plug-ins, guitar FX processing, and much more.

Ableton Live Lite

Live Lite 11 is a lightweight version of Ableton Live 11. It comes with all of Live’s essential workflows, instruments, and effects – everything you need to record songs, create hands-on with your controller, take music made in your apps further and so much more.

100+ Virtual Instruments

Performer Lite includes over 100 virtual instruments, including acoustic and electric pianos, guitars, basses, drums, organ synths, orchestral instruments, choirs, world instruments, and much more. Take your musical muse wherever it wants to go.

Loops and sounds

You get 6 GB of free loops and sample packs from leading sample content providers to help you start making music right away. Choose from dozens of musical styles, then drag and drop in your project’s timeline to build your track quickly.

Technical Specifications

Sample rates44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
Mic/line/guitar inputs2 x XLR/TRS “combo jack” mic/line/Hi-Z guitar inputs Independent preamp gain, 48V phantom power and monitor switch for each input
Analog outputs2 x 1/4″ TRS line out (balanced, DC coupled) 2 x RCA (unbalanced) analog out (mirrored) 1 x 1/4″ TRS stereo headphone
Computer I/O1 x USB-C (compatible with USB Type A) 2.0 audio class compliant
MIDI I/O1 x MIDI IN 1 x MIDI OUT 16 MIDI channels to/from computer host
Headphone1 x 1/4″ TRS stereo phone
Phantom power2 x individual +48V
Front panel1 x 1/4″ TRS headphone output 2 x XLR/TRS combo inputs 1 x potentiometer • monitor vol 1 x potentiometer • phone vol 2 x potentiometer • mic/instr input gain 4 x switches • (2) 48V and (2) MON 160 x 120 pixel full-colored LCD with input and output level meters
PowerBus-powered through USB
Dimensions and weight(width x depth x height, enclosure only) 7.5 x 4.25 x 1.75 inches 19.05 x 10.8 x 4.5 cm 1.35 lbs / 0.61 kg

System Requirements

Mac System RequirementsIntel Core i3 Mac or faster (including the new Apple silicon Macs) 2 GB RAM; 4 GB or more recommended macOS version 10.11 or later (Optional driver requires 10.13 or later) Available USB port A large hard drive (at least 500 GB for recording)
Windows System Requirements1 GHz Pentium-based PC compatible or faster 2 GB RAM; 4 GB or more recommended Windows 10 Available USB port A large hard drive (at least 500 GB for recording)
Class-Compliant SupportUSB audio class compliant for plug-and-play operation on Mac or iOS (no driver required)
Included SoftwareMOTU Performer Lite Ableton Live 10 Lite 6GB of loops and sounds from Big Fish Audio, LucidSamples, Loopmasters and MOTU

Analog I/O

Connector typeDynamic range (A-weighted)THD+N (unweighted)Max level
Line Output1/4″ TRS, balanced, tip hot120dB-110dB+16dBu
Mic inputXLR, balanced, pin 2 hot115dB-129dBu EIN+10dBu (at a minimum gain)
Phones1/4″, TRS stereo115dB-110dB+12.5dBu

Compatible Mac Software

The M2 ships with standard Core Audio drivers for macOS for compatibility with virtually all Core Audio-compatible apps, including:

  • MOTU Performer Lite
  • MOTU Digital Performer
  • Avid Pro Tools (version 9 or later)
  • Apple Logic Pro
  • Apple Logic Express
  • Apple Garage Band
  • Apple SoundTrack Pro
  • Ableton Live
  • Presonus Studio One
  • Propellerhead Record & Reason
  • Steinberg Cubase
  • Cockos Reaper
  • Native Instruments Kontakt
  • Waves stand-alone apps (and plug-ins, via the compatible host)

Compatible Windows Software

The M2 ships with standard ASIO and Wave drivers for Windows 7, 8, and 10 for compatibility with virtually all ASIO- and Wave-compatible audio apps, including:

  • MOTU Performer Lite
  • MOTU Digital Performer
  • Avid Pro Tools (version 9 or later)
  • Ableton Live
  • Cakewalk Sonar
  • Cockos Reaper
  • Image-Line FL Studio
  • Native Instruments Kontakt
  • Presonus Studio One
  • Propellerhead Record & Reason
  • Sony Vegas Pro
  • Sony Sound Forge
  • Sony Acid
  • Steinberg Cubase
  • Waves stand-alone apps (and plug-ins, via the compatible host)

M2 Feature Highlights

  • 2-in / 2-out USB audio interface with studio-quality sound
  • Best-in-class audio quality driven by ESS Sabre32 Ultra™ DAC Technology
  • Best-in-class speed (ultra-low latency) for host software processing
  • Best-in-class metering for all inputs/outputs with a full-color LCD
  • 2x mic/line/hi-Z guitar inputs on combo XLR/TRS
  • Individual preamp gain and 48V phantom power for each input
  • Hardware (direct) monitoring for each input (mono or stereo)
  • Measured -129 dB EIN on mic inputs
  • 2x balanced, DC-coupled 1/4-inch TRS outputs
  • Measured 120 dB dynamic range on the 1/4-inch balanced TRS outputs
  • 2x RCA (unbalanced) analog out (mirrored)
  • 1x headphone out (driven by ESS converters) with independent volume control
  • MIDI in/out
  • Support for 44.1 to 192 kHz sample rates
  • USB audio class compliant for plug-and-play operation on Mac (no driver required)
  • Windows driver with 2.5 ms Round Trip Latency (32 sample buffer at 96 kHz)
  • Mac driver (optional, for 2.5 ms RTL@32/96 kHz and loopback feature)
  • iOS compatible (USB audio class compliant)
  • Driver loopback for capturing host output, live streaming, and podcasting
  • Bus-powered USB-C (compatible with USB Type A) with the power switch (USB cable included)
  • Rugged metal construction
  • Workstation software included (MOTU Performer Lite 10 and Ableton Live Lite 10)
  • 100+ instruments (in Performer Lite)
  • Over 6 GB of included free loops, samples, and one-shots from industry-leading libraries
  • Kensington security slot
  • Two-year warranty

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