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Key Features

Musicians, Podcasters & Producers
Bus Powered / Mac, Windows, iOS
2 Mic/Line/Instrument Preamp, 2 Line In
1 Headphone Out, 4 RCA & 1/4" Line Out
24-Bit / 192 kHz AD/DA Conversion
Virtual Loopback for Streaming
48V, Low-Latency Monitoring
Full-Color LCD with I/O Metering
MIDI I/O on 5-Pin DIN Jacks
DAWs, VIs, Loops & Samples

 
Overview
Pristine, versatile, and portable, the MOTU M4 desktop 4x4 USB-C audio-MIDI interface combines high-class audio performance, a robust bundle of DAWs, virtual instruments, loops, and samples, and a feature set that makes it equally powerful and user-friendly for musicians, podcasters, and producers, all at a highly affordable price point.With its two front-panel mic/line/instrument preamps and two rear-panel line inputs, the M4 can record anything from dynamic and condenser microphones to electric guitars and drum machines in distortion-free, sparkling clarity. Equipped with top-notch ESS digital-to-analog converters that drive the main outs and the headphone jack, the M4 lets you monitor through your speakers and headphones with the dynamic range normally found only on much more expensive interfaces.Use the M4's digital loopback channels to easily route audio from your computer directly into your host software—record remote podcast guests from Skype or any other VoIP software without incurring horrible feedback, or livestream a mix of live inputs and the computer's output.The M4 is equally suitable for producers, thanks to its MIDI 5-pin I/O. Plug in a MIDI keyboard to control virtual instruments such as the selection of over 100 VIs included with the M4. Or, run MIDI from the M4 to your favorite hardware synth to capture its glorious tones through the M4's pristine analog preamps.No matter what you do, the M4's specially engineered drivers ensure ultralow-latency monitoring so you can rehearse and record in real time without hearing any distracting echo, and the full-color LCD screen shows you high-resolution metering for all inputs and outputs at all times. Take the M4 anywhere you need to work; it is bus-powered and compatible with Mac/Windows computers and iOS mobile devices.Key Specs

Channels of I/O

Analog:4 Inputs / 4 Outputs

Maximum Sampling Rate

192 kHz / 24-Bit

Number of Microphone Inputs

2

Analog Audio I/O

2x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input1x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output4x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output (DC-Coupled)4x RCA TS Unbalanced Line Output
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Digital Audio I/O

No

Host Connection

1x USB-C

OS Compatibility

macOS 10.11 or LaterWindows 7 or Later9 or Later

Power Requirements

USB Bus Power

Channels of I/O

Analog:4 Inputs / 4 Outputs

Maximum Sampling Rate

192 kHz / 24-Bit

Number of Microphone Inputs

2

Input Level Adjustment

2x Knob

Signal Processing

Pad

No

Gain/Trim Range

Mic Inputs:0 dB to +60 dBLine/Hi-Z Inputs:0 dB to +57 dB

High-Pass Filter

No

Solo/Mute

No

Connectivity

Analog Audio I/O

2x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input1x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output4x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output (DC-Coupled)4x RCA TS Unbalanced Line Output

Phantom Power

48 V, Selectable On/Off (Selectable on Individual Inputs)

Digital Audio I/O

No

Host Connection

1x USB-C

Host Connection Protocol

USB 2.0

USB (Non-Host)

No

Sync I/O

No

Network I/O

No

MIDI I/O

1x DIN 5-Pin Input1x DIN 5-Pin Output

Expansion Slots

No

Performance

Frequency Response

Mic Inputs:20 Hz to 20 kHz +0/-0.1 dBLine, Hi-Z Inputs:20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.15 dBLine Inputs:20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.07 dBLine Outputs:20 Hz to 20 kHz +0/-0.1 dB

Maximum Input Level

Mic Inputs:+10 dBu (Min Gain)Line/Hi-Z Inputs:+16 dBu (Min Gain)Line Inputs:+18 dBu (Min Gain)

Maximum Output Level

Line Outputs:+16 dBu (Balanced)Line Outputs:+9.5 dBu (Unbalanced)Headphone Outputs:+12.5 dBu

Impedance

Mic Inputs:2.65 KilohmsLine Inputs:2 MegohmsLine Outputs:100 OhmsHi-Z Inputs:1 Megohm

Dynamic Range

Mic Inputs:115 dBALine/Hi-Z Inputs:114 dBALine Inputs:115 dBALine/Monitor Outputs:120 dBARCA Outputs:119 dBAHeadphone Outputs:115 dBA

THD+N

Mic Inputs:< -97 dB / < 0.0014%Line/Hi-Z Inputs:< -100 dB / < 0.001%Line Inputs:< -106 dB / < 0.0005%Line/Monitor Outputs:< -110 dB / < 0.00032%RCA Outputs:< -105 dB / < 0.00056%Headphone Outputs:< -110 dB / < 0.0003%

EIN

Mic Inputs:-129 dB A-Weighted (150-Ohm Source, Max Gain)

Digital Audio

Sample Rates

Up to 192 kHz

Sample Rate Conversion

No

Bit Depths

24-Bit

Latency

Zero-Latency Direct Monitoring2.5 ms at 96 kHz (Dependent on Buffer Size, Input to Output)

Sync Sources

Internal

Audio Storage & Playback

Media/Memory Card Slot

No

Compatibility

OS Compatibility

macOS 10.11 or Later / Windows 7 or Later / 9 or Later

OS Compatibility

macOS 10.11 or LaterWindows 7 or Later9 or Later

Processor Requirement

Mac:1 GHz IntelPC:1 GHz Intel Pentium

RAM Requirements

2 GB, 4 GB Recommended

Required Hardware

Available USB 2.0 PortUSB Cable (Included)

Power

Power Requirements

USB Bus Power

Physical

Dimensions

8.25 x 4.25 x 1.75" / 20.96 x 10.79 x 4.45 cm (Chassis Only)

Weight

1.6 lb / 0.7 kg

Packaging Info

Package Weight

2.15 lb

Box Dimensions (LxWxH)

10.6 x 7.3 x 2.8"

What's in the Box:

MOTU M4 USB-C Audio-MIDI Interface
USB-C to USB-A Cable
Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Brand:MotuSKU:3140Tags:audio interface, motu, motu m4