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Motu M2 audio interface, Aston Element mic, 20 ft XLR cable

Motu

Motu M2 2x2 USB Audio Interface with Aston Element Microphone Bundle and Kellards XLR Cable

SKU CH-4W4M-VVNWC

A 2×2 USB-C audio interface with two mic preamps, 120 dB dynamic range, -129 dBu EIN, 2.5 ms round-trip latency at 96 kHz with a 32-sample buffer, full-colour LCD metering, loopback channels.

  • 120 dB dynamic range on main outputs for pristine clarity
  • 129 dBu EIN on mic inputs captures every detail
  • 5 ms round-trip latency at 96 kHz with 32 sample buffer for real-time monitoring
  • Full-colour LCD with detailed level meters for all inputs and outputs
  • Loopback channels route computer audio with live inputs for streaming

2×2 USB-C Interface for Home Studios

The Motu M2 is a 2-in/2-out USB-C audio interface built for musicians, podcasters and streamers who need studio-grade conversion in a compact desktop unit. It ships with an Aston Element microphone and a 20 ft Kellards XLR cable so you can start recording vocals or instruments immediately.

Fits a Minimal Desk Setup with Mic and Headphones

Connect the interface to a computer via USB-C, plug the included Aston Element into one of the two mic preamps, and monitor through the headphone output driven by the same ESS Sabre32 Ultra converters as the main outputs. Hardware monitoring and a full-colour LCD level meter let you set gain without opening software, while loopback channels mix computer playback with live inputs for streaming.

Upgrades from Basic Built-In Audio When Latency

The M2 replaces generic motherboard audio or entry-level USB interfaces that lack measured -129 dBu EIN preamps, 120 dB dynamic range on the main outputs, and 2.5 ms round-trip latency at 96 kHz with a 32 sample buffer. The jump is worth it when you need transparent conversion, reliable low-latency monitoring and professional metering for serious recording or live streaming.

Highlights

  • 120 dB dynamic range on main outputs for pristine clarity
  • 129 dBu EIN on mic inputs captures every detail
  • 5 ms round-trip latency at 96 kHz with 32 sample buffer for real-time monitoring
  • Full-colour LCD with detailed level meters for all inputs and outputs
  • Loopback channels route computer audio with live inputs for streaming

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How much dynamic range do the main outputs deliver during long sessions?

The main outputs provide 120 dB dynamic range using ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC technology.

What is the round-trip latency when monitoring at 96 kHz with a 32 sample buffer?

Ultra-low 2.5 ms round-trip latency is achieved with MOTU's engineered USB drivers.

Which microphone and cable are included so the interface works immediately?

Bundle includes an Aston Element microphone and a Kellards 20 ft XLR-P20T Pro cable.

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