MOTU M4 4x4 USB-C Audio Interface

Description

MOTU M4 4x4 USB-C Audio Interface
4-in/4-out USB-C Audio Interface with 2 Microphone Preamps, LCD Screen,
Hardware Monitoring, Loopback, and 6+GB of Free Content - Mac/PC/iOS
OVERVIEW
Audio Quality
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.
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ESS Sabre32 Ultra™ DAC technology for superb analog sound
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The same converter technology used in audio interfaces costing thousands
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Measured 120 dB dynamic range on outputs
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Measured -129 dBu EIN on mic inputs
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ESS-driven headphone output
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 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 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!
A tradition of engineering excellence
Decades of award-winning product engineering for hit songs, mega tours, primetime shows and blockbuster movies goes into every MOTU audio interface.
A High-quality Audio Interface That Won’t Break the Bank
Looking for a high-quality audio interface that won’t break the bank? The MOTU M4 fits that description to a T. This 4-in/4-out USB-C audio interface includes ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC technology for top-shelf sound, along with optimized drivers that yield impressive low-latency performance. Two great-sounding mic preamps include individual gain adjustment and phantom power, while 1-touch hardware monitoring ensures smooth tracking. You’ll also benefit from convenient front-panel metering, by way of the M4’s full-color LCD screen. Podcasters will appreciate the built-in loopback functionality, which includes a mix knob for balancing your live input with your computer’s playback. Bus-powered for the ultimate in portability, the MOTU M4 packs a lot of performance into a compact, high-powered audio interface.
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.
M4 TECH SPECS
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) 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
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
(width x depth x height, enclosure only)
weight                           8.25 x 4.25 x 1.75 inches
20.955 x 10.8 x 4.5 cm
1.55 lbs / 0.7 kg
Analog I/O
Connector type
Dynamic range (A-weighted)
THD+N (unweighted)
Max level
Line Output
1/4" TRS, balanced, tip hot
120dB
-110dB
+16dBu
Line Input
1/4" TRS, bal/unbal, tip hot
115dB
-106dB
+18dBu
Mic input
XLR, balanced, pin 2 hot
115dB
-129dBu EIN
+10dBu (at minimum gain)
Phones
1/4", TRS stereo
115dB
-110dB
+12.5dBu
System Requirements
Mac System Requirements
1 GHz 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 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)
Compatible Mac Software
The M4 ships with standard Core Audio drivers for Mac OS X for compatibility with virtually all Core Audio-compatible apps, including:
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MOTU Performer Lite
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MOTU Digital Performer
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Avid Pro Tools (version 9 or later)
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Apple Logic Pro
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Apple Logic Express
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Apple Garage Band
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Apple SoundTrack Pro
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Ableton Live
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Presonus Studio One
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Propellerhead Record & Reason
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Steinberg Cubase
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Cockos Reaper
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Native Instruments Kontakt
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Waves stand-alone apps (and plug-ins, via compatible host)
Compatible Windows Software
The M4 ships with standard ASIO and Wave drivers for Windows 7, 8 and 10 for compatibility with virtually all ASIO- and Wave-compatible audio apps, including:
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MOTU Performer Lite
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MOTU Digital Performer
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Avid Pro Tools (version 9 or later)
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Ableton Live
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Cakewalk Sonar
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Cockos Reaper
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Image Line FL Studio
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Native Instruments Kontakt
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Presonus Studio One
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Propellerhead Record & Reason
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Sony Vegas Pro
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Sony Sound Forge
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Sony Acid
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Steinberg Cubase
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Waves stand-alone apps (and plug-ins, via compatible host)
M4 Feature Highlights
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4-in / 4-out USB audio interface with studio-quality sound
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Best-in-class audio quality driven by ESS Sabre32 Ultra™ DAC Technology
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Best-in-class speed (ultra-low latency) for host software processing
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Best-in-class metering for all inputs/outputs with a full-color LCD
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2x mic/line/hi-Z guitar inputs on combo XLR/TRS
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Individual preamp gain and 48V phantom power for each input
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2x balanced 1/4-inch line inputs
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Hardware (direct) monitoring for each input (mono or stereo for inputs 1-2, stereo for inputs 3-4)
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Monitor mix knob to balance live inputs and computer playback
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Measured -129 dB EIN on mic inputs
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4x balanced, DC-coupled 1/4-inch TRS outputs
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Measured 120 dB dynamic range on the 1/4-inch balanced TRS outputs
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4x RCA (unbalanced) analog out (mirrored)
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1x headphone out (driven by ESS converters) with independent volume control
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MIDI in/out
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Support for 44.1 to 192 kHz sample rates
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USB audio class compliant for plug-and-play operation on Mac (no driver required)
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Windows driver with 2.5 ms Round Trip Latency (32 sample buffer at 96 kHz)
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Mac driver (optional, for 2.5 ms RTL@32/96 kHz and loopback feature)
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iOS compatible (USB audio class compliant)
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Driver loopback for capturing host output, live streaming and podcasting
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Bus powered USB-C (compatible with USB Type A) with power switch (USB cable included)
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Rugged metal construction
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Workstation software included (MOTU Performer Lite 10 and Ableton Live Lite 10)
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100+ instruments (in Performer Lite)
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Over 6 GB of included free loops, samples and one-shots from industry leading libraries
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Kensington security slot
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Two-year warranty.