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MOTU M2 Desktop 2×2 USB Type-C Audio-MIDI Interface

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Pristine, versatile, and portable, the MOTU M2 desktop 2×2 USB Type-C audio/MIDI interface combines high-class audio performance, a robust bundle of DAWs, virtual instruments, loops, and samples, and a feature set that makes it equally powerful and user-friendly for musicians, podcasters, and producers, all at a highly affordable price point.

Key Features

  • Musicians, Podcasters, and Producers
  • 2 Mic/Line/Instrument Preamps
  • 1 Headphone Out, 2 RCA & 1/4″ Line Outs
  • High-Performance 24-Bit / 192 kHz Audio
  • Phantom Power, Direct Monitor, MIDI I/O
  • Full-Color LCD with I/O Metering
  • Virtual Loopback for Mix-Minus Setup
  • DAWs, VIs, Loops, and Samples
  • Bus Powered / Mac, Windows, iOS

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MOTU M2 USB-C Audio Interface

Equipped with the same ESS Sabre32 Ultra™ DAC Technology found in audio interfaces costing thousands, the MOTU 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 costing thousands

☑ Measured 120 dB dynamic range on outputs

☑ Measured -129 dBu EIN on mic inputs

☑ ESS-driven headphone output

Speed

The MOTU M2 USB Audio Interface 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 MOTU 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 has 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 goes into every MOTU audio interface.

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 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 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 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
  • Built in the USA
Weight 0.81 lbs
Dimensions 10 × 7.45 × 2.75 in
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Technical Specifications

Sample rates 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
Mic/line/guitar inputs 2 x XLR/TRS “combo jack” mic/line/Hi-Z guitar inputs Independent preamp gain, 48V phantom power and monitor switch for each input
Analog outputs 2 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/O 1 x USB-C (compatible with USB Type A) 2.0 audio class compliant
MIDI I/O 1 x MIDI IN 1 x MIDI OUT 16 MIDI channels to/from computer host
Headphone 1 x 1/4″ TRS stereo phone
Phantom power 2 x individual +48V
Front panel 1 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
Power Bus-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 Requirements 1 GHz Intel-based Mac or faster 2 GB RAM; 4 GB or more recommended macOS version 10.11 or later Available USB port A large hard drive (at least 500 GB for recording)
Windows System Requirements 1 GHz Pentium-based PC compatible or faster 2 GB RAM; 4 GB or more recommended Windows 7, 8 or 10 (x64 only) Available USB port A large hard drive (at least 500 GB for recording)
Class-Compliant Support USB audio class compliant for plug-and-play operation on Mac or iOS (no driver required)

Analog I/O

Connector type Dynamic range (A-weighted) THD+N (unweighted) Max level
Line Output 1/4″ TRS, balanced, tip hot 120dB -110dB +16dBu
Mic input XLR, balanced, pin 2 hot 115dB -129dBu EIN +10dBu (at minimum gain)
Phones 1/4″, TRS stereo 115dB -110dB +12.5dBu

In The Box

  • MOTU M2 Desktop 2×2 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface
  • USB Type-C to Type-A Cable
  • Limited 2-Year Warranty

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  1. Danish

    great interface at an affordable price. highly recommended

    Danish

  2. Maleha

    a great option for people looking for more then focusrite quality bought motu m2 after using focurite 2i2 the difference is quite subtle great product

    Maleha

  3. Hamad borong

    the mic and headphone preamp are outstanding on this love the sound quality. highly recommended

    Hamad borong

  4. Nestor qureshi

    good packaging received it on time the interface it self is a little expensive but the quality it provides is outstanding highly recommended for medium to professional level studios

    Nestor qureshi

  5. Madina Adeel

    Highly recommended

    Madina Adeel

  6. Freed

    This has been hands-down the best audio interface I’ve used. It beats out the competition by providing digital metering AND separate 48v buttons for each channel AND having top-notch electronics that give a clean sound. Love it!>

    Freed

  7. DJ Rashid

    Love love love this new interface. Replaced my Scarlett 2i2 with it. Tons of headroom on playback, and the input pre-amps sound great

    DJ Rashid

  8. Ali Nawaz

    Great service, great product, just amazed. The shipping was really fast, in 2 days this item got shipped to Islamabad. Thanks to ProAudio Team .

    Ali Nawaz

  9. Sergio

    My overall experience with MOTU M2 is awesome, I have finally found a perfect compact interface that meets all my needs. Thanks ProAudio

    Sergio

  10. Yahya

    Very nice build quality, highly functioning and transparent sounding interface. I like the loopback and loopback/mix internal bussing options which all my DAWs see. If you don’t need more than a 4 x 4 interface, I’d look no further.

    Yahya

  11. Shane

    This is my first audio interface so I have nothing to compare it to but I love it. Gives my voice a very specific sound and it is wonderful allowing you to get right on top of the mic and get as loud as you need…. Thanks ProAudio

    Shane

  12. Jeannine

    pristine result with no white noise great soundcard highly recommended.

    Jeannine

  13. Waqar

    Immediate, solid performance under Windows 10. Simultaneous sound from my OS and DAW. Several problems I was having with latency and glitches on my previous interface simply vanished. System feels rock solid. Well done MOTU.

    Waqar

  14. Zohair

    As always amazed by motu production level great qualtiy recommended.

    Zohair

  15. humayun manawar

    great product recieved oon time, Highly recommended.

    humayun manawar