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Motu M2 Audio Interface - Mint, Open Box

Original price $199.95
Original price $199.95 - Original price $199.95
Original price $199.95
Current price $169.00
Default Title: $169.00
Current price $169.00
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New: The item is brand new as received from the manufacturer with a full manufacturer warranty. Instruments such as guitars, snare drums, drum kits, brass and woodwind instruments may be opened for photography and quality control inspection and may not be in a factory sealed box.

Mint or Open Box: The item may have been opened and tested but has been repackaged. The original packaging may have superficial issues but the item itself and any originally included accessories are in perfect, like new condition.

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Demo: These items have been on our sales floor for demo purposes and will likely show signs of use. The original packaging may no longer be included, but you can be assured that you are receiving an awesome item and an awesome price.

Used: The item is used. These item may have varying degrees of wear. Please read the description for information about the condition of the item. Used items do not carry a warranty.

B or C Stock: Factory refurbished. These items were purchased from the manufacturer in a refurbished condition. They will show some cosmetic issues, but nothing that would impact performance. Being that these are sealed from the manufacturer, we generally do not open these to photograph the cosmetic issues. They are guaranteed to work and may have a limited warranty or you may purchase an extended warranty in some cases. Please see the listing description for item specific information.

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Get Best In Class Audio Quality, Speed, and Metering with the Motu M2 Audio Interface

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

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 (at 96 kHz with a 32 sample buffer).

When recording and mixing, nothing is more critical than achieving optimum levels. The M2 is the only audio interface in its class with a full color 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 M2 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 M2 in your host software for live streaming or podcasting. Streaming and podcasting has never been easier and better-sounding!

Workstation Loops, Virtual Instruments, and Loops to Get You Making Music Right Away

Connect the M2 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.

  • MOTU Performer Lite

    Performer Lite provides everything you need to record, edit, mix, process and master your own music tracks quickly and easily. Plug in your mic, guitar and MIDI keyboard and start tracking with over 100 virtual instruments, dozens of effects plug-ins, guitar FX processing and much more.

  • Ableton Live Lite

    Live 10 Lite is 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.

  • 100+ Virtual Instruments

    Performer Lite includes over 100 virtual instruments, including acoustic and electric pianos, guitars, basses, drums, organs synths, orchestral instruments, choirs, world instruments and much more. Take your musical muse wherever it wants to go.

  • Loops and Sounds

    You get 6 GB of free loops and sample packs from leading sample content providers to help you start making music right away. Choose from dozens of musical styles, then drag and drop in your project's timeline to build your track quickly.


SPECIFICATIONS

Technical

  • Sample Rates
    • 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
  • Mic/Line/Guitar Inputs
    • 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 Outputs
    • 2 x 1/4" TRS line out (balanced, DC coupled)
    • 2 x RCA (unbalanced) analog 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
    • 2 x potentiometer - mic/instr input gain
    • 4 x switches - (2) 48V and (2) MON
    • 160 x 120 pixel full-colored LCD with input and output level meters
  • Power
    • Bus-powered through USB
  • Dimensions and Weight
    • 7.5 x 4.25 x 1.75 inches
    • 19.05 x 10.8 x 4.5 cm
    • 1.35 lbs/0.61 kg

Analog I/O

  • Line Output
    • Connector Type: 1/4" TRS, balanced, tip hot
    • Dynamic Range (A-Weighted): 120dB
    • THD+N (Unweighted): -110dB
    • Max Level: +16dBu
  • Mic Input
    • Connector Type: XLR, balanced, pin 2 hot
    • Dynamic Range (A-Weighted): 115dB
    • THD+N (Unweighted): -129dBu EIN
    • Max Level: +10dBu (at minimum gain)
  • Phones
    • Connector Type: 1/4", TRS stereo
    • Dynamic Range (A-Weighted): 115dB
    • THD+N (Unweighted): -110dB
    • Max Level: +12.5dBu


Manufacturer: Mark of the Unicorn
Model: M2
SKU: I634572-GA7422-3-WHXA


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