MOTU M2 2×2 USB-C Audio Interface

The MOTU M2 is a 2-in/2-out USB-C audio interface for Mac, Windows and iOS that offers premium audio quality, ultra-low latency processing and best-in-class metering with a full-color LCD. The M2 includes MOTU Performer Lite and Ableton Live Lite production software, 100+ instruments, dozens of plug-ins, and over 6 GB of loops and samples to start making music right away.

Record Quickly and Easily

The MOTU M2 offers a full complement of I/O and control. It has two mic/line/hi-Z instrument XLR combo inputs, individual preamp gain and 48V phantom power and one-touch hardware monitoring. The M2 also has support for stereo monitoring, balanced 1/4-inch DC-coupled outputs, unbalanced RCA outputs (mirrored), ESS-driven headphone output with independent volume control. It has MIDI in/out, driver “loopback” channels for live-streaming and podcasting, and USB bus power with power switch (USB cable included).

Capture and Monitor Your Audio With Pristine Clarity

Equipped with the same ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC Technology found in audio interfaces costing thousands, the M2 delivers 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.

Best-in-Class 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 (32 sample buffer at 96 kHz).

Pro-level Volume Control and Feedback

When recording and mixing, nothing is more critical than achieving optimum levels to get your sound just right. The MOTU M2 2×2 interface features a full color 160×120 pixel LCD serving up clear, detailed level meters for all inputs and outputs.

Perfect for Live Streaming and Podcasting

The M2 driver provides convenient loopback channels to your host computer, so you can easily route computer output back to the computer. This allows you to mix it with live mics and/or guitar inputs from the M2 in your host software for live streaming or podcasting.

Stand-Alone Operation

With a standard USB-C power adapter, the M2 can be used as a stand-alone preamp and basic mixer, with no host computer required. Simply engage the monitor button for each input (and 48V phantom power, if needed) and adjust the preamp gain as needed. Connect the main outs to any line level destination, such as a PA or patch bay.

MOTU Performer Lite

The MOTU M2 includes Performer Lite software, which provides everything you need to record, edit, mix, process and master your own music tracks quickly and easily. . Performer Lite includes over 100 instruments, dozens of effects plug-ins, guitar effects processing and much more.

Ableton Live Lite

The m2 also includes Ableton Live 10 Lite, a lightweight version of Ableton Live 10. 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.

Free Loops and Sounds

With M2, you get over 6 GB of free loops and sample packs from MOTU, Big Fish Audio, Lucidsamples and Loopmasters to help you start making music right away. Choose from dozens of musical styles, then drag and drop into your project’s timeline to build your track quickly.>