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#3 in Audio InterfacesBest Value

MOTU M2

Name: MOTU M2
Brand: MOTU
Rating: 9 (1 reviews)

MOTU

$199.00 – $229.00

2-in/2-out USB-C interface with an ESS Sabre32 DAC delivering 120dB dynamic range and a color LCD level meter. Loopback recording support for streaming and podcasting with balanced TRS monitor outputs.

9.0

Excellent

Consensus

Our Analysis

Ranked #3 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.

Score Breakdown

Expert Score

9.1

User Sentiment

9.2

Value Score

9.0

Complaint Risk

9.2

Freshness

7.6

Community

8.2

Availability

8.9

Pros

ESS Sabre32 DAC for best-in-class monitoring
Color LCD metering display
Loopback for streaming

Cons

Preamps slightly less colorful than competitors
No pad switch for loud sources

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The LCD meter on the front panel cannot be dimmed which may be distracting in dark recording environments.

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