MOTU M4 4x4 USB-C Audio Interface

The M4 is a 4-in/4-out USB-C audio interface for Mac, Windows and iOS that offers best-in-class audio quality, best-in-class speed (ultra-low latency) and best-in-class metering with a full-color LCD. Record vocals, instruments or other audio sources quickly and easily. The M4 includes MOTU Performer Lite and Ableton Live Lite production software, 100+ instruments, dozens of plug-ins, and over 6 GB of loops and samples to start making music right away. Additional features include two mic/line/hi-Z instrument XLR combo inputs, individual preamp gain and 48V phantom power, two balanced 1/4-inch line inputs, one-touch hardware monitoring for all inputs, support for stereo monitoring, four balanced 1/4-inch DC-coupled outputs, four unbalanced RCA outputs (mirrored), mix knob for balancing live input with computer playback, ESS-driven headphone output with independent volume control, MIDI in/out, driver "loopback" channels for live-streaming and podcasting, and USB bus power with power switch (USB cable included).Best-in-class Audio QualityEquipped 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 line 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 audio with pristine clarity.Best-in-class SpeedThe M4 provides best-in-class speed for monitoring live inputs (mic, guitar or keyboard) through computer, thanks to MOTU's expertly engineered USB drivers, which deliver class-leading, ultra-low 2.5 ms Round Trip Latency (32 sample buffer at 96 kHz).Best-in-class MeteringWhen 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 160x120 pixel LCD featuring clear, detailed level meters for all inputs and outputs. Enjoy professional-level volume control and feedback to get sound just right.Loopback for Live Streaming and PodcastingThe M4 driver provides convenient loopback channels to host computer, so can easily route computer output back to the computer, where can mix it with live mics and/or guitar inputs from the M2 in host software for live streaming or podcasting. Streaming and podcasting has never been easier and better-sounding.MOTU Performer LitePerformer Lite provides everything need to record, edit, mix, process and master own music tracks quickly and easily. Plug in mic, guitar and MIDI keyboard and start tracking with over 100 instruments, dozens of effects plug-ins, guitar FX processing and much more.Ableton Live LiteLive 10 Lite is a lightweight version of Ableton Live 10. It comes with all of Live’s essential workflows, instruments and effects – everything need to record songs, create hands-on with controller, take music made in apps further and so much more.100+ InstrumentsPerformer Lite includes over 100 instruments, including acoustic and electric pianos, guitars, basses, drums, organs, synths, orchestral instruments, choirs, world instruments and much more. Take musical muse wherever it wants to go.Loops and Sounds get over 6 GB of free loops and sample packs from industry leaders MOTU, Big Fish Audio, Lucidsamples and Loopmasters to help start making music right away. Choose from dozens of musical styles, then drag and drop into project's timeline to build track quickly.Stand-alone OperationWith a standard USB-C power adapter, the M4 can be used as a stand-alone preamp and basic mixer, with no host computer required