MOTU M2 2-in / 2-out USB audio interface with studio-quality sound professional-level volume control and feedback

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 costing 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 MOTUs 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.
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.
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
Intel 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 Requirements
1 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-Compl