MOTU M6 – USB-C Audio Interface

The MOTU M6 is a 6-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-colour LCD.

Record vocals, instruments, or other audio sources quickly and easily. The M6 includes MOTU Performer® Lite and Ableton Live® Lite production software, 100+ instruments, dozens of plug-ins, and over 6GB of loops and samples to start making music right away.

Additional features include four 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, mix knob for balancing live input with computer playback, four balanced 1/4-inch DC-coupled outputs, A/B switch for comparing a mix on two different pairs of monitors, two ESS-driven headphone outputs with independent volume control, 3-4 switch for independent headphone monitoring of outputs 3-4 (instead of 1-2), MIDI in/out, driver “loopback” channels for live-streaming and podcasting, USB bus power with the power switch (USB C-to-C and C-to-A cables included), and optional DC power adapter for stand-alone operation without a computer.

Features

• 6-in/4-out USB audio interface with studio-quality sound

• Best-in-class audio quality driven by ESS Sabre32 Ultra™ DAC Technology

• Best-in-class speed (ultra-low latency) for host software processing

• Best-in-class metering for all inputs/outputs with a full-colour LCD

• 4 x mic/line/hi-Z guitar inputs on combo XLR/TRS

• Individual preamp gain and 48V phantom power for each mic input

• 2 x balanced 1/4-inch line inputs

• Hardware (direct) monitoring for all inputs

• Monitor mix knob to balance live inputs and computer playback

• A/B switch to compare mix output on two sets of studio monitors

• Measured -129dB EIN on mic inputs

• 4 x balanced, DC-coupled 1/4-inch TRS outputs

• Measured 120dB dynamic range on the 1/4-inch balanced TRS outputs

• 2 x headphone out (driven by ESS converters) with independent volume control

• 1 x 3-4 switch for optional headphone monitoring of Line Out 3-4

• MIDI in/out (16 channels to/from USB host)

• Support for 44.1kHz to 192kHz sample rates

• USB audio class compliant for plug-and-play operation on Mac (no driver required)

• Windows driver with 2.5ms Round Trip Latency (32 sample buffer at 96kHz)

• Mac driver (optional, for 2.5ms RTL@32/96kHz and loopback feature)

• iOS compatible (USB audio class compliant)

• Driver loopback for capturing host output, live streaming, and podcasting

• Bus-powered USB-C (compatible with USB Type A) with the power switch (USB cables included)

• Multi-blade international DC power adapter for stand-alone operation without a computer

• Rugged metal construction (extruded case, faceplates, and knobs)

• Workstation software included (MOTU Performer® Lite and Ableton Live® Lite 11)

• 100+ instruments (in Performer® Lite)

• Over 6GB of included free loops, samples, and one-shots from industry-leading libraries

• Kensington security slot

• Two-year warranty

Best-In-Class Audio Quality
Equipped with the same ESS Sabre32 Ultra™ DAC Technology found in audio interfaces costing thousands, the M6 delivers an astonishing 120dB 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 -129dBu EIN on the mic inputs. Capture and monitor your audio with pristine clarity.

Best-In-Class Speed
The M6 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 2.5ms Round Trip Latency (32 sample buffer at 96kHz).

Best-In-Class Metering
When recording and mixing, nothing is more critical than achieving optimum levels. The M6 is the only audio interface in its class with a full-colour 160×120 pixel 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 for Live Streaming and Podcasting
The M6 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 M6 in your host software for live streaming or podcasting. Streaming and podcasting have never been easier and better sounding!

MOTU Performer® Lite
Performer® Lite provides everything you need to record, edit, mix, process and master your own music tracks quickly and easily. Plug in your 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® Lite
Live® Lite 11 is a lightweight version of Ableton Live® 11. It comes with all of Live’s essential workflows, instruments, and effects – everything you need to record songs, create hands-on with your controller, take music made in your apps further and so much more.

100+ Virtual Instruments
Performer® Lite includes over 100 instruments, including acoustic and electric pianos, guitars, basses, drums, organs, synths, orchestral instruments, choirs, world instruments, and much more. Take your musical muse wherever it wants to go.

Loops and Sounds
You get over 6GB of free loops and sample packs from industry leaders MOTU, Big Fish Audio, Loopmasters, and LucidSamples, to help you start making music right away. Choose from dozens of musical styles, then drag and drop them into your project’s timeline to build your track quickly.

Stand-Alone Operation
With the included multi-blade international DC power adapter, the M6 can be used as a stand-alone preamp and basic mixer, with no host computer required. Simply engage the monitor button for all six inputs (and 48V phantom power, if needed) and adjust the preamp gain as needed. Connect the main outs to any line-level destination, such as a PA or patch bay.

A Tradition of Engineering Excellence
Decades of award-winning product engineering for hit songs, mega tours, primetime shows, and blockbuster movies go into every MOTU audio interface.