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MOTU M4 4x4 USB-C Audio Interface

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Brand MOTU
Compatible Devices Personal Computer
Supported Software Performer Lite, Live Lite production
Connectivity Technology USB
Number of Channels 4

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  • 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 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
  • Workstation Software, Virtual Instruments and Loops: Connect the M2 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

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Product Description

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.

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.

Workstation Software, Virtual Instruments and Loops

Connect the M2 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.

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Customer Ratings
Sound quality
4.7
4.5
5.0
4.5
4.7
4.5
Tech Support
4.1
3.9
4.1
4.5
4.2
Value for money
4.7
4.1
3.9
4.6
Quality of material
4.3
4.0
5.0
4.8
Volume control
4.2
4.7
4.2
4.4
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number of channels
4
8
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4
2
2
hardware interface
usb
usb
usb
usb
usb
connectivity tech
USB
USB, External Line Return
External Line Return
USB
USB
Type-C, USB 2.0
model year
2019
2021
2022
2020
2021
style
Digital,Impedance,Unique
Digital
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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
692 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance, quality and interface of the audio midi interface. For example, they mention it functions well, the DAC functionality is superb and that it looks great. Some appreciate the latency, saying it works fast without problems. That said, opinions are mixed on the sound quality.

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41 customers mention30 positive11 negative

Customers like the performance of the audio midi interface. They mention that it functions well, does a lot of things really well, and is easy to use. Some say that the DAC functionality is superb, and the unit works great with their iPad and Garageband. The unit itself is great, sounds fine, and works in both Linux and Windows 10. Track recording works perfect, and it has top-notch DACs for output. It also has plenty of outputs for an additional headphone, and offers a nice assortment of instruments.

"...The install was easy, without drama and everything just worked (in Win10). That is not always the case with audio gear...." Read more

"...In my case I am satisfied with the results, but I do see how some people may need an amp to get a louder signal into the Motu" Read more

"...The headphone amp on the M4 did not do as good of a job driving my DT990 250ohm head set; the behringer did a much better job...." Read more

"...Powerful enough for most headphones but also has plenty of outputs for an additional headphone ampDirect monitoring is handy..." Read more

34 customers mention30 positive4 negative

Customers like the quality of the audio midi interface. They mention that it's built well, feels like a piece of equipment, and has good features. The knob placements have a very high quality feel with adequate spacing. The interface is solid and there are no cheap components. The input and output meters are great, and the drivers are rock solid in Windows 10.

"...Plus, there are other clever features like loopback and zero latency monitoring mix and speaking of latency, there is very little to worry about here..." Read more

"...It can also give more gain to the monitoring headphones, which is something I was looking for since my headphones were starting to hit the maximum..." Read more

"...This thing smokes Focusrite's ease of use, audio quality, build quality, etc. It does feel like a different class of product...." Read more

"...Could be useful depending on use case:The screen is useful and high quality but I tend to just monitor in Ableton so I haven't used it a whole..." Read more

18 customers mention13 positive5 negative

Customers like the interface of the audio midi interface. They say it's sleek, clean, and beautiful. They also appreciate the meters and controls, which are smooth and easy to read. Overall, customers recommend the product for its great sound and simple setup.

"...The meters look great but more than that, they really help set levels accurately. The A2D and D2A converters sound good...." Read more

"...Personally, I still think it's an excellent interface and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it despite that bizarre quirk...." Read more

"...It does but not effectively or efficiently. It was so difficult to use this AI as far as line out into a headphone amp since it lacked the ability..." Read more

"Everything is great! I love the LCD screen! I wish it had a hard plastic cover over it however...." Read more

18 customers mention14 positive4 negative

Customers like the latency of the audio midi interface. They say it works fine fast without problems and provides outstanding performance.

"...Plus, there are other clever features like loopback and zero latency monitoring mix and speaking of latency, there is very little to worry about here..." Read more

"...on the Scarlett, monitoring these inputs directly has practically no latency...." Read more

"...Latency is still incredibly impressive and the preamps are still very clean...." Read more

"...With the low latency of the inputs, I can use my laptop as a vocoder in a live setting. This is a really nice box for supporting a live set up...." Read more

17 customers mention14 positive3 negative

Customers find the audio midi interface user friendly, delightfully simple, and easy to hook up and use. They say it's the most problem-free interface they've ever owned, and using it for music recording is a breeze. The install was easy, without drama, and everything just worked. Customers also appreciate the nice interface, manual, and videos. Overall, they recommend the product for its ease of use and high-quality audio.

"...The install was easy, without drama and everything just worked (in Win10). That is not always the case with audio gear...." Read more

"...I had to sit with my manual but its fairly clear on operation and line routing and what things like LOOPBACK or LOOPBACK MIX do...." Read more

"...This interface is a breeze to use and somehow my audio recordings even without plugins or anything seem to sound a little better than the live..." Read more

"...I am in love.Using this interface for music recording is a breeze (at least in Cakewalk)...." Read more

16 customers mention16 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the value of the audio midi interface. They mention that it is an amazing product for the price, with crystal clear sound and the best price for the number of inputs and sound quality. The product performs well above its price range and is easy to hook up and use.

"...The M4 is about twice as quick as my old interface. Overall, it is a great value and a highly usable tool." Read more

"This sound card has got to be the best value in terms of sound quality and features to $$$. I saved for so long to buy an Apollo Twin Interface...." Read more

"...considering these are my only complaints, this is a really solid device for the money...." Read more

"...The features they have put into this for the price is nuts. The input and output meters are great. This thing performs well above it's price range." Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the audio midi interface. They mention that the display is beautiful and crystal clear, the DACs for output are top notch, and the UI is clean. The sound is super clean, crisp, and has no noise. The preamps are still very clean.

"...Latency is still incredibly impressive and the preamps are still very clean...." Read more

"...My subwoofer is so much cleaner now. Monitor Speakers sound cleaner too!..." Read more

"...The display is beautiful and crystal clear...." Read more

"...Motu M4 is way way better. I listened to my mix on a new level. Clarity is superb, nice stereo image, it has depth not existing with my other..." Read more

53 customers mention36 positive17 negative

Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the audio midi interface. Some mention that the unit itself is great, sound fine, and works in both Linux and Windows. They say the microphone recording is very loud, clean, and quiet. Others say that the output sound isn't as good, the line-level inputs are too quiet, and they pick up a lot of power noise.

"...That is not always the case with audio gear. The preamps are better, quieter, with more gain than the other guys and I really like that phantom..." Read more

"...I heard that this was an upgrade in terms of audio quality, which is good but it's also just the interface, so it's not going to be a big change...." Read more

"...The MOTU M4 sounded great until the sound just dropped out. It has done it more than once but in no predictable fashion...." Read more

"...This thing smokes Focusrite's ease of use, audio quality, build quality, etc. It does feel like a different class of product...." Read more

It's just ok.
4 Stars
It's just ok.
First let me say, this interface has great preamps and DACs. My problem is that I was expecting to get a wow factor coming from the behringer umc404HD; I didn't. The headphone amp on the M4 did not do as good of a job driving my DT990 250ohm head set; the behringer did a much better job. I also had to boost the gain on the M4 preamp between 2-3 O'clock to get the same levels as the UMC404 when at 12 o'clock. Initially the drivers were a nightmare to get working properly on the M4. The main reason why I got this interface was because I did not like the behringer drivers and DAC. The M4 driver in my experience is much worse. The best bang for the buck with the M4 are the transparent preamps and the DAC which sounds great on vocals and make mixing a dream. I've seen videos on YouTube describing the preamps on the M4 as being superior and more quiet than the umc404. But In my real world use they both appear to be just as quiet. The preamp on the umc404 aren't as detailed for vocals but they tend to sound better on bass and drums; this is just my opinion. Overall I am keeping both interfaces because they are useful for different applications. However, the price point for this interface should be $150 not $229 because it's just ok. No wow factors here.
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