MOTU M2
Overview
The MOTU M2 is a two-input, two-output USB-C audio interface that has earned widespread acclaim for its exceptional converter performance, rivaling interfaces costing significantly more. The ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC technology delivers a measured dynamic range of 120 dB on the outputs, providing audiophile-grade monitoring quality that makes mixing and mastering on headphones or near-field monitors genuinely reliable. The two combo XLR/TRS inputs feature clean, low-noise preamps with enough gain for most dynamic and condenser microphones, and a per-channel loopback function allows easy routing of computer audio for streaming and podcast production. The full-color LCD display on the front panel provides real-time level metering for inputs, outputs, and loopback channels, giving clear visual feedback during recording and mixing. The dedicated headphone output with its own volume control can drive high-impedance headphones effectively. MIDI In and Out connections on the rear panel accommodate hardware synthesizers and controllers. The metal chassis is compact and well-built, and the bus-powered USB-C design keeps the setup clean and portable. This interface is an outstanding choice for home studio producers, mix engineers, and audiophiles who demand reference-quality monitoring from a desktop interface. The preamps, while clean and capable, do not offer as much gain as some competitors, which can be a consideration with low-output dynamic microphones.
Audio Interfaces
A two-input USB-C interface with ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC delivering audiophile-grade 120 dB dynamic range, full-color metering, and loopback function for streaming.
Instrument Details
$199
Intermediate
Brand
MOTU
Type
USB Audio Interface
Made In
United States
Year
2020
