Motu M2

Condition: New

Motu M2 in Excellent condition only used twice

Selling because I got a new interface

Four-Channel USB-C Audio Interface
24 bit / 192 kHz AD/DA converter
Two microphone preamplifiers with +48 V phantom power individually switchable
Two line inputs: XLR / 6.3 mm jack combo (switchable to Hi-Z instrument input)
Two line outputs: 6.3 mm jack, balanced
Two unbalanced outputs: RCA
Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
MIDI I/O
Loopback function
LCD level indicator
System requirements: macOS 10.11 or later, Windows 10 or later, iOS 9 or later (with adapter kit and active USB hub)
Includes MOTU Performer Lite, Ableton Live Lite and over 6 GB of loops and samples

Recording / Playback Channels
2x2
Number of Mic Inputs
2
Number of Line Inputs
2
Instrument Inputs
2
Number of Line Outs
2
Headphone Outs
1
Phantom Power
Yes
Number of S/PDIF Connectors
0
Number of ADAT Connectors
0
Numer of AES/EBU Connectors
0
Number of MADI Connectors
0
Ethernet
0
Other Connectors
None
MIDI interface
Yes
Word Clock
No
Max. Sampling Rate in kHz
192 kHz
Max. Resolution Rate in Bits
24 bit
USB Bus-Powered
Yes
Incl. power supply
No
USB Version
2.0
Width
191 mm
Depth
108 mm
Height
45 mm
Connection Format
USB port Type C
Included in delivery
USB-A to USB-C Cable
Zero latency monitoring
Yes

Excellent sound
MOTU is known for its high-quality interfaces and converters in the mid-to-high price range. With its M series, however, the US manufacturer is venturing into the competitive interface price range of around 200 euros. The MOTU M2 is the two-channel variant of the M series USB interface and is designed to be extremely handy and light. The high-resolution display, which shows the input and output levels in detail, immediately catches the eye. Even so, the main focus of the MOTU M2 is not on fancy features or complex software, but solely on delivering excellent sound at an affordable price.

Inputs on the MOTU M2 2-Channel USB C Audio Interface

No frills - no fuss
On the front, the MOTU M2 is equipped with two microphone inputs, which are designed as XLR/jack combo sockets so that both line-level and instrument signals can also be processed. The preamps deliver a maximum gain of up to 60dB. Of course, both channels can supply a microphone with 48V phantom power and the channels can be individually switched to direct monitoring. Two dual outputs are provided on the back, so that each channel has a TRS line out and an RCA. Finally, there is also a MIDI interface - the MOTU M2 does not require any frills at all.
Connections on the MOTU M2 2-Channel USB C Audio Interface

Lightning fast
The heart of the MOTU M2 are its ESS Sabre32 Ultra converters, the same ones found in much more expensive interfaces such as the Apogee Symphony. They offer a dynamic range and an extremely low level of background noise that has never before been available in this price range. And last but not least, MOTU has outdone itself with the USB driver: The driver enables a round trip latency of less than 2ms, which is incredible for a USB interface. You almost don't have to resort to direct monitoring anymore. The MOTU M2 is primarily aimed at musicians and producers who want an uncompromising sound without having to shell out a fortune.
Monitor volume control on the MOTU M2 2-Channel USB C Audio Interface

About MOTU
The US manufacturer of digital audio hardware from Cambridge, Massachusetts, was founded in 1981 and since then has continued to generate attention for its sophisticated and innovative concepts. The company’s range includes USB, Thunderbolt, and network audio interfaces, MIDI interfaces, video hardware, and the popular MOTU Digital Performer DAW software. MOTU also developed “Mouse Stampede”, one of the first arcade games for the Apple Macintosh, in 1984. In short, MOTU represents good-quality, reliable products with a great deal of creativity and wit, which usually come at a very fair price.

Everything you need
The MOTU M2 is a truly versatile interface. Due to its low latency and excellent sound, it is extremely well-suited for vocal recordings at home or on the go. But the M2 is also a reliable partner in live situations, for playing backing tracks and software instruments, or looping an instrument live through a DAW. In addition, it is a real eye-catcher with its large, bright display - a solid, fast interface with everything you need. There is not much more to say, except that the performance is extremely good and the price is fair. If you’re looking for an affordable interface, the M2 should definitely be on your radar.