MOTU M4 4 in / 4 Out USB-C Audio Interface

Main Features

• ESS Sabre32 Ultra™ DAC technology for superb analogue 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

The MOTU M4 Audio Interface offers best-in-class audio quality, speed and metering.

Equipped with the same ESS Sabre32 Ultra™ DAC Technology found in audio interfaces costing thousands, the M4 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.

Speed
The M4 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 (at 96 kHz with a 32 sample buffer).

Metering
When recording and mixing, nothing is more critical than achieving optimum levels. The M4 is the only audio interface in its class with a full colour LCD featuring clear, detailed level meters for all inputs and outputs. Enjoy professional-level volume control and feedback to get your sound just right.

Loopback
The M4 driver provides convenient loopback channels to your host computer, so you can easily route computer output back to the computer, where you can mix it with live mics and/or guitar inputs from the M4 in your host software for live streaming or podcasting. Streaming and podcasting has never been easier and better-sounding!

Workstation software, virtual instruments and loops to get you making music right away
Connect the M4 to your Mac or PC and start laying down tracks with the included Performer Lite or Live Lite production software, plus hundreds of loops, one-shots and sounds from industry leaders Big Fish Audio, Lucidsamples and Loopmasters.


Technical Specifications

Sample rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
Mic/line/guitar: 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 inputs: 2 x 1/4" line in
Analog outputs: 4 x 1/4" TRS line out (balanced, DC coupled) 4 x RCA (unbalanced) analogue 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 1 x potentiometer • input monitor mix 2 x potentiometer • mic/line/guitar input gain 5 x switches • (2) 48V, (2) MON and (1) 3-4 160 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) 8.25 x 4.25 x 1.75 inches 20.955 x 10.8 x 4.5 cm 1.55 lbs / 0.7 kg


System Requirements

Mac System Requirements
Intel-based Mac or faster 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 7, 8 or 10 Available USB port A large hard drive (at least 500 GB for recording)

Class-Compliant Support
USB audio class compliant for plug-and-play operation on Mac or iOS (no driver required)

Included Software
MOTU Performer Lite Ableton Live 10 Lite 6GB of loops and sounds from Big Fish Audio, LucidSamples, Loopmasters and MOTU