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MOTU M4 - The NEW 4-In/4-Out USB Audio Interface from MOTU with Studio-Quality Sound!
Excellent engineering is tradition - decades of experience, award-winning development, worldwide top hits, mega-star tours, primetime TV shows, and music for blockbuster movies - all part of every MOTU audio interface.
Top-Tier Audio Quality
Equipped with the same ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC technology used in high-end MOTU AVB audio interfaces, the M4 delivers an astonishing 120 dB dynamic range on its main outputs.
This is made possible by the high-quality ESS converters, which are also used on the headphone output. Crystal-clear preamps achieve a measured -129 dBu EIN at the microphone inputs. You’ll hardly find better sound in this price range.
Speed. Practically Latency-Free Monitoring
The M4 offers latency-free monitoring of live inputs (microphone, guitar, or line signals). MOTU’s ultra-fast USB driver enables a round-trip latency of 2.5 ms (32 sample buffer at 96 kHz).
Detailed Level Meters
When recording and mixing, nothing is more critical than hitting optimal levels. The M4 is the only audio interface in its class with a 160 x 120 pixel full-color LCD display featuring clear, detailed level meters for all inputs and outputs. You won’t find a better or more precise level display.
Loopback
The M4 driver offers a loopback function that lets you route the computer output back into your recording software. Streaming and podcasting have never been easier or better!
Stand-Alone Operation
With a standard USB-C power supply, the M4 can be used as a standalone preamp and basic mixer without a host computer. Simply activate the monitor button for each input (and 48V phantom power if needed) and adjust the preamp gain as required. Connect the main outputs to any device with line inputs, such as active speakers or a mixer.
All Included. So You Can Start Right Away. Workstation Software, Virtual Instruments, and Loops
Connect the M4 to your Mac or PC and create your tracks with the included music production software Performer Lite or Live Lite. Also included are hundreds of loops, one-shots, and sounds from leading manufacturers like Big Fish Audio, Lucidsamples, and Loopmasters. Simply register your purchased M4 with MOTU and download the full professional software immediately. Find the link here
MOTU Performer Lite
Performer Lite offers everything you need for quick and easy recording, editing, mixing, and mastering your own music. Connect your microphone, guitar, and MIDI keyboard and start your music production with dozens of effect plug-ins, guitar effects, and more.
Ableton Live 10 Lite
This is a compact version of Ableton Live 10 and includes all essential workflows, instruments, and effects from the full version.
100+ Virtual Instruments
Performer Lite includes over 100 instruments, including acoustic and electric pianos, guitars, basses, drums, organs, synthesizers, orchestral instruments, choirs, world instruments, and more.
Loops and Sounds
You get over 6 GB of free loops and sample packs from MOTU, Big Fish Audio, Lucidsamples, and Loopmasters. Choose from dozens of music styles and drag & drop them into your project — instantly adding the perfect backing for your recordings.
The M Series - Best in Class. Audio Quality, Speed, and Level Meters!
Features
- 4-In/4-Out USB C audio interface with 24-bit/192kHz resolution
- Top-tier audio quality thanks to ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC technology
- Ultra-fast audio transfer (extremely low latency) for host software processing
- Detailed level meters for all inputs/outputs on a full-color LCD
- Individual preamp gain and 48V phantom power for each input
- Hardware (direct) monitoring for each input (mono or stereo inputs 1-2, stereo for inputs 3-4)
- Monitor mix knob to adjust live input levels relative to computer playback
- Support for sample rates from 44.1 to 192 kHz
- Robust metal construction
- Workstation software included (MOTU Performer Lite 10 and Ableton Live Lite 10)
- Over 100 instruments (in Performer Lite)
- Over 6 GB free loops, samples, and phrases from popular libraries
- Power switch
- Kensington lock
Connections
- 2x microphone/line/Hi-Z guitar inputs with combo jacks for XLR and 1/4"
- 4x balanced, DC-coupled 1/4" TRS outputs
- 4x unbalanced RCA outputs (mirrored)
- 2x balanced 1/4" TRS inputs
- 1x headphone output (with ESS converters) with independent volume control
- 1x MIDI In/Out
dB Range
- 120 dB dynamic range on outputs
- -129 dB EIN sensitivity on microphone inputs
Connectivity
- Powered via USB-C (compatible with USB Type A) with power switch (USB cable included)
- USB class compliant for plug-and-play operation on Mac (no driver required)
- Windows driver with 2.5 ms round-trip latency (32 samples at 96 kHz)
- Mac driver (optional, for 2.5 ms RTL at 32/96 kHz and loopback function)
- iOS/class-compliant compatible (with optional active USB2/3/C hub and Lightning/USB adapter)
- Driver loopback for routing output signal back into computer, live streaming, and podcasting
System Requirements
- macOS 10.11 or higher
- Windows 7, 8, 10 or higher (64-bit only)
- iOS 9 or higher
Scope of delivery
- 1 x MOTU M4 4-channel USB C audio interface
Specification
- Product number 00065956
- Colour Black
- Inputs 6.3mm Klinke, MIDI, USB, XLR
- Microphone input Yes, with phantom power
- Number of input channels 4
- max. sampling rate 24 bit / 192 kHz
- Outputs 6.3mm Klinke, Cinch / RCA, MIDI, USB
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I can use it with extremely low latency, without dropouts. A great piece that is worth every penny.
The ordering process went smoothly, fast delivery - perfect!
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