Detail 01
160 x 120 full-color LCD
Displays detailed level meters for every input and output.
Product detailSKU #1500000313427
MOTUM2 2x2 USB-C Audio Interface
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
MOTU’s M2 is a 2-in/2-out USB-C interface for Mac, Windows, and iOS recording setups. Two combo inputs accept microphones, line-level sources, or Hi-Z guitar, with independent gain, phantom power, and hardware-monitoring controls. Its color LCD keeps input and output levels in view while you record or mix. Balanced main outputs, mirrored RCA outputs, separate headphone volume, MIDI I/O, and loopback routing cover computer production, streaming, and podcast workflows. It is USB bus powered and includes a USB cable.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording a microphone and guitar or line source through two independently controlled combo inputs.
- Livestreaming or podcasting with loopback channels that return computer audio to host software.
- Using MIDI hardware alongside a computer-based recording setup.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Two individual +48V switches
Phantom power is controlled separately for the two inputs.
Detail 03
Balanced 1/4-inch outputs plus mirrored RCA outputs
Provides balanced main line outputs and a duplicate unbalanced RCA output pair.
Detail 04
One-touch hardware monitoring
Input monitoring is engaged from the interface hardware.
Detail 05
USB bus power
The M2 draws power through USB and includes a USB cable.
Detail 06
MIDI In and Out
Provides 16 MIDI channels to and from the computer host.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Standalone preamp and basic-mixer operation requires a standard USB-C power adapter.
- 02Check computer compatibility requirements for your operating system before purchase.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I connect microphones and a guitar at the same time?
Yes. The M2 has two XLR/TRS combo inputs for mic, line, or Hi-Z guitar sources.
02Does it have MIDI connections?
Yes. It has one MIDI input and one MIDI output, carrying 16 MIDI channels to and from the computer host.
03Is recording software included?
It includes MOTU Performer Lite and Ableton Live Lite, plus instruments, plug-ins, and over 6 GB of loops and samples.
04Can it work without a computer?
With a standard USB-C power adapter, it can operate as a standalone preamp and basic mixer.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsSound
- Power
- Bus-powered through USB
3 detailsConnections & power
- Analog Outputs
- 2 x 1/4 inch TRS line out (balanced, DC coupled), 2 x RCA (unbalanced) analog out (mirrored), 1 x 1/4 inch TRS stereo headphone
- Phantom Power
- 2 x individual +48V
- Mic Line Guitar Inputs
- 2 x XLR/TRS "combo jack" mic/line/Hi-Z guitar inputs
2 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions Wxdxh
- 7.5 inch x 4.25 inch x 1.75 inch
- Weight
- 1.35
7 detailsOther
- Mac System Requirements
- 1GHz Intel-based Mac or faster, 2GB RAM; 4GB or more recommended, macOS version 10.11 or later, a large hard drive (at least 500GB for recording)
- Front Panel
- 1 x 1/4 inch TRS headphone output, 2 x XLR/TRS combo inputs, 1 x potentiometer for monitor vol, 1 x potentiometer for phone vol, 2 x potentiometer for mic/instr input gain, 4 x switches for two 48V and two MON, 160x120 pixel full-colored LCD with input and output level meters
- Computer I O
- 1 x USB-C (compatible with USB Type A) 2.0 audio class compliant
- Headphone
- 1 x 1/4 inch TRS stereo phone
- Sample Rates
- 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
- Windows System Requirements
- 1GHz Pentium-based PC compatible or faster, 2GB RAM; 4GB or more recommended, Windows 7, 8 or 10 (x64 only), a large hard drive (at least 500GB for recording)
- MIDI I O
- 1 x MIDI IN, 1 x MIDI OUT, 16 MIDI channels to/from computer host
