MOTU's M2 is a 2-in/2-out bus-powered USB-C audio interface with ESS Sabre32 Ultra converters and a 120 dB dynamic-range spec on outputs. Two front-panel XLR/TRS combo inputs take mic, line, or Hi-Z signals with 48V phantom. Two balanced 1/4-inch TRS outs drive studio monitors, with RCA outputs mirroring them for unbalanced gear, plus a front 1/4-inch headphone jack. Two 5-pin DIN MIDI sockets cover hardware integration. USB-C runs USB 2.0 protocol with 2.5 ms round-trip latency at 96 kHz.
MOTU’s 2-in/2-out USB-C (USB 2.0) audio interface with ESS Sabre32 DACs, combo XLR/TRS inputs, RCA + TRS outputs, and 5-pin MIDI.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- MOTU
- Release Year
- 2019
- Model Number
- M2
- Category
- Audio Interface
Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| XLR (3-pin Balanced Audio) | 2 | Inputs 1 & 2 — XLR (front, combo) | Mic preamps with switchable 48V phantom (pair-wide); XLR portion of combo jacks. |
| 6.35mm TRS (1/4 inch Audio) | 2 | Inputs 1 & 2 — 1/4" (front, combo) | Hi-Z / line portion of combo inputs. |
| 6.35mm TRS (1/4 inch Audio) | 2 | Main Outputs L/R (rear, balanced) | Balanced 1/4" TRS monitor outputs. |
| RCA Stereo Audio | 2 | RCA Outputs L/R (rear) | Unbalanced RCA outputs mirroring the TRS Main outputs. |
| 6.35mm TRS (1/4 inch Audio) | 1 | Headphones (front) | Stereo 1/4" TRS headphone output with dedicated level control. |
| 5-pin DIN MIDI | 2 | MIDI In / MIDI Out (rear) | Standard 5-pin DIN MIDI 1.0 input and output sockets. |
| USB Type-C (USB 2.0) | 1 | USB-C (rear, to host) | USB-C connector with USB 2.0 protocol. Bus-powered. |
Notes & Compatibility
USB-C connector runs USB 2.0 protocol (compatible with USB Type-A via adapter). RCA outputs mirror the TRS outputs — they are not an independent output pair.
