MOTU M2 2-Channel USB Audio Interface β Studio-Quality Recording & Low Latency
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Description
MOTU M2 2-Channel Audio USB Interface: Studio-Quality Sound at an Affordable Price
The MOTU M2 2-Channel Audio USB Interface offers remarkable studio-quality sound for musicians, producers, and podcasters. Equipped with ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC Technology, which is commonly found in audio interfaces costing thousands, the M2 provides a staggering 120 dB Dynamic Range on its main outputs. The same ESS converters also enhance the headphone output, providing pristine clarity that rivals dedicated headphone amplifiers worth hundreds. With its ultra-clean preamp circuits yielding an impressive -129 dBu EIN on mic inputs, you can capture and monitor your audio with unparalleled precision. The M2's expertly engineered USB drivers ensure best-in-class speed, delivering an ultra-low 2.5 ms Round Trip Latency at 96 kHz with a 32 sample buffer, making live monitoring of inputs seamless.
Standing out in its class, the M2 features a full-color LCD offering clear and detailed level meters for all inputs and outputs. This feature allows for professional-level volume control and real-time feedback, ensuring that your sound is always optimized. The M2 also comes with convenient loopback channels, enabling easy combination of computer audio with live mic or guitar inputs for streaming to platforms like YouTube or your favorite podcasting platform. Whether you're recording, mixing, streaming, or podcasting, the MOTU M2 is designed to make high-quality audio effortless and accessible.
Key Features
- 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
- Full-color LCD with detailed level meters for all inputs/outputs
- Two 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 in mono or stereo
- Measured -129 dBu EIN on mic inputs
- Two balanced, DC-coupled 1/4-inch TRS outputs
- Measured 120 dB dynamic range on the 1/4-inch balanced TRS outputs
- Two RCA (unbalanced) analog out (mirrored)
- Headphone output driven by ESS converters with independent volume control
- MIDI in/out capabilities
- Supports sample rates ranging from 44.1 to 192 kHz
- USB audio class compliant for plug-and-play on Mac, with optional Windows drivers
- iOS compatible
- Driver loopback for capturing host output, live streaming, and podcasting
- Bus-powered via USB-C, compatible with USB Type A
- Rugged metal construction
- Includes workstation software: MOTU Performer Lite 10 and Ableton Live Lite 10
- Over 6 GB of free loops, samples, and one-shots from leading libraries
- Kensington security slot
- Two-year warranty
Specifications
- Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
- Inputs: 2 Γ XLR/TRS combo mic/line/Hi-Z guitar inputs
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Analog Outputs:
- 2 Γ 1/4β³ TRS balanced line outputs (DC-coupled)
- 2 Γ RCA unbalanced analog outputs (mirrored)
- Headphone Output: 1 Γ 1/4β³ TRS stereo
- Computer I/O: 1 Γ USB-C (compatible with USB Type-A), USB 2.0 audio class compliant
- MIDI I/O: 1 Γ MIDI IN, 1 Γ MIDI OUT (16 MIDI channels)
- Phantom Power: 2 Γ individual +48V switches
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Front Panel Controls & Display:
- 1 Γ 1/4β³ TRS headphone output
- 2 Γ XLR/TRS combo inputs
- Monitor volume potentiometer
- Headphone volume potentiometer
- 2 Γ mic/instrument input gain potentiometers
- 4 Γ switches (2 Γ 48V phantom power, 2 Γ MON)
- 160 Γ 120 pixel full-color LCD with input and output level meters
- Power: USB bus-powered
- Dimensions & Weight: 7.5 Γ 4.25 Γ 1.75 in (19.05 Γ 10.8 Γ 4.5 cm), 1.35 lb (0.61 kg)
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Mac System Requirements:
- 1 GHz Intel-based Mac or faster
- 2 GB RAM minimum (4 GB recommended)
- macOS 10.11 or later
- Available USB port
- Hard drive with at least 500 GB free space for recording
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Windows System Requirements:
- 1 GHz Pentium-based PC or faster
- 2 GB RAM minimum (4 GB recommended)
- Windows 7, 8, or 10
- Available USB port
- Hard drive with at least 500 GB free space for recording
- Class-Compliant Support: USB audio class compliant for plug-and-play operation on Mac and iOS (no driver required)
- Included Software: MOTU Performer Lite, Ableton Live 10 Lite, and over 6 GB of loops and sounds
- Operating Systems: macOS 10.11 or later; Windows 7 or later
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Compatible Mac Software:
- MOTU Performer Lite, MOTU Digital Performer
- Avid Pro Tools (version 9 or later)
- Apple Logic Pro, Logic Express, GarageBand, 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 compatible host)
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Compatible Windows Software:
- 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, Sound Forge, Acid
- Steinberg Cubase
- Waves stand-alone apps and plug-ins (via compatible host)
Installation / Use Cases
- Use as a 2-in / 2-out USB audio interface for recording, mixing, streaming, and podcasting.
- Suitable for musicians, producers, podcasters, and content creators who need studio-quality sound in a compact interface.
- Use the two XLR/TRS combo inputs to connect microphones, line-level sources, or Hi-Z guitar inputs.
- Use individual preamp gain and +48V phantom power on each input for condenser microphones and other supported sources.
- Use hardware direct monitoring in mono or stereo for low-latency input monitoring while recording.
- Use driver loopback to combine computer audio with live microphone or guitar inputs for streaming, podcasting, or screen-recording workflows.
- Use the balanced 1/4-inch TRS outputs, mirrored RCA outputs, and independent headphone output for flexible monitoring setups.
- Use MIDI input and output to connect compatible MIDI controllers, keyboards, or external MIDI hardware.
- Use the full-color LCD meters to monitor input and output levels in real time.
- Use with Mac, Windows, or iOS workflows, with USB bus power through USB-C and compatibility with USB Type-A.
Package Contents
- MOTU M2 2-Channel Audio USB Interface
- USB-C cable (compatible with USB Type A)
- Software Bundle: MOTU Performer Lite 10, Ableton Live Lite 10
- User Guide
- Two-Year Warranty
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOTU M2 designed for?
The MOTU M2 is designed for recording, mixing, streaming, podcasting, and music production using a compact 2-in / 2-out USB audio interface.
How many audio inputs does the MOTU M2 have?
The M2 has two XLR/TRS combo inputs that support microphone, line-level, and Hi-Z guitar sources.
Does the MOTU M2 support condenser microphones?
Yes. Each input has its own +48V phantom power switch, allowing supported condenser microphones to be powered independently.
What makes the audio quality strong for its price range?
The M2 uses ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC technology, provides 120 dB dynamic range on the main outputs, and has ultra-clean mic preamp circuits with measured -129 dBu EIN.
Can the MOTU M2 be used for live streaming or podcasting?
Yes. Driver loopback allows computer audio to be combined with live microphone or guitar inputs, making it useful for streaming, podcasting, and online content creation.
Does the M2 provide low-latency monitoring?
Yes. The interface supports hardware direct monitoring for each input in mono or stereo, and the USB drivers can deliver 2.5 ms round trip latency at 96 kHz with a 32 sample buffer.
What outputs are available on the MOTU M2?
The M2 provides two balanced DC-coupled 1/4-inch TRS outputs, two mirrored RCA unbalanced analog outputs, and one 1/4-inch TRS stereo headphone output with independent volume control.
Does the MOTU M2 include MIDI connections?
Yes. The interface includes one MIDI input and one MIDI output with 16 MIDI channels.
What sample rates does the MOTU M2 support?
The supported sample rates are 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz.
What comes with the MOTU M2?
The package includes the MOTU M2 2-Channel Audio USB Interface, USB-C cable compatible with USB Type-A, MOTU Performer Lite 10, Ableton Live Lite 10, user guide, and two-year warranty.
