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Motu M6

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This item is warranted for 3 years
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Ref.: 370674

Description

Essential Information About the MOTU M6 USB Audio Interface



  • ESS Sabre32 Ultra Conversion 24-bit/192 kHz, dynamic range up to 120 dB on the main outputs for studio-quality sound.

  • 4 Ultra-Clean Microphone Preamps with individual phantom power (+48 V) and EIN measured at -129 dBu for highly transparent recordings.

  • Ultra-Low Round-Trip Latency of 2.5 ms at 96 kHz (32-sample buffer) thanks to MOTU USB drivers.

  • Professional Control via color LCD screen covering all I/O, dual headphone outputs, and "Monitor A/B" switch.



In the Lineage of MOTU's M Series


The MOTU M6 sits at the top of the M series, above the M2 and M4 models. It retains the sonic signature of ESS converters while adding more mic inputs, more flexible monitoring, and ergonomics designed for both stage and studio. It's the natural choice for expanding capabilities without leaving the MOTU ecosystem.



Who Is It For and What For?


Ideal for producers, multi-instrumentalists, content creators, streamers, and demanding podcasters. The M6 effortlessly handles recording vocals, guitars, and keyboards, streaming with software loopback, as well as controlling two pairs of monitors alternately via the "A/B" switch.



Features Designed for Speed and Precision



Reference-Quality Audio


The ESS converters also drive the headphone outputs, offering headroom and definition worthy of dedicated amplifiers. The neutral and silent preamps reveal the details of your dynamic, condenser, or ribbon microphones with an extremely low noise floor.



Optimized Drivers and Minimal Latency


MOTU USB drivers ensure exemplary responsiveness for playing and singing through plug-ins with no perceptible delay, even in high sample rate sessions.



Professional Metering and Monitoring


The color LCD screen provides precise bargraphs on all inputs and outputs. The "Monitor A/B" switch facilitates comparison between two listening systems, while the two headphone outputs allow independent monitoring during recording.



Loopback, Streaming, and Standalone Mode


The built-in loopback simplifies mixing computer audio with up to four microphones/instruments for live streaming or podcasting. With the included power adapter, the M6 also operates standalone to monitor your sources without a computer.



Technical Specifications



Conversion & Audio



  • 24-bit / 192 kHz A/D and D/A converters (ESS Sabre32 Ultra technology)

  • Main outputs dynamic range: up to 120 dB

  • Microphone preamp EIN: -129 dBu

  • Round-trip latency: 2.5 ms at 96 kHz (32-sample buffer)



Mic and Instrument Inputs



  • 4 microphone preamps with individually switchable +48 V phantom power

  • 4 combo XLR / 6.3 mm jack inputs, switchable to Hi-Z instrument input

  • 2 balanced 6.3 mm jack line inputs



Outputs, Headphones, and Monitoring



  • 4 balanced 6.3 mm jack line outputs

  • 2 stereo 6.3 mm headphone outputs (dedicated ESS converters)

  • "Monitor A/B" switch to toggle between two monitor mixes

  • Color LCD screen with level indicators for all I/O



Connectivity & Signal Flow



  • 6-channel USB 2.0 audio interface, USB-C connector

  • Loopback function for streaming/podcasting

  • MIDI I/O



Power & Accessories



  • Bus-powered via USB-C or standalone operation via included multi-blade DC power supply

  • USB-C to USB-A cable included



Compatibility



  • macOS 10.11 or later

  • Windows 10 or later (64-bit)



Included Software



  • Ableton Live Lite and over 6 GB of loops and samples



Dimensions & Weight



  • 234 x 120 x 46 mm

  • 0.97 kg

Brand reference number: MOTM6

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Recently I had an RME fireface UC, very good equipment. Having bought PA speakers, I completed with an allen & health mixing console acting as an audio interface and sold the RME interface. The sound quality being average with the mixing console, I decided to buy the Motu M6. The sound is comparable to the fireface, on my Mac it's plug and play, nothing to install, negligible latency. Power is supplied via the USB 3 port, no extra transformer to plug in. The build is neat and it is super easy to use. NB: I had to connect a microphone, a guitar, and the audio outputs of my keyboard. I took the M6 instead of the M4 and I did well, because the line inputs don't have enough power to connect the Korg PA3X (I tried). Super happy with Santa Woodbrass as usual... (Show more)
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Nothing to complain about, perfect
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