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product_id: 168780845
title: "MOTU M4- USB Audio Interface"
brand: "motu"
price: "$723.24"
currency: USD
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/168780845-motu-m4-usb-audio-interface
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# Ultra-low latency for seamless recording USB bus powered, plug & play with Mac, Windows & iOS Full-color LCD metering for precise level control MOTU M4- USB Audio Interface

**Brand:** motu
**Price:** $723.24
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your sound game—pro audio, zero hassle.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** MOTU M4- USB Audio Interface by motu
- **How much does it cost?** $723.24 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/168780845-motu-m4-usb-audio-interface)

## Best For

- motu enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted motu brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Plug & Play Power:** USB-C bus powered design means zero extra gear, just connect and create anywhere.
- • **Pro Software Bundle:** Includes MOTU Performer Lite & Ableton Live Lite with 100+ instruments and 6GB+ loops to jumpstart your productions.
- • **Studio-Grade Clarity:** Capture pristine audio with 4-in/4-out ESS DAC-driven I/O and premium preamps.
- • **Versatile Connectivity:** Dual combo XLR/instrument inputs plus MIDI I/O for total creative freedom.
- • **Instant Visual Feedback:** Full-color LCD meters let you dial in perfect levels at a glance—no guesswork.

## Overview

The MOTU M4 is a rugged, USB-C powered 4-in/4-out audio interface delivering ultra-low latency and studio-quality sound for Mac, Windows, and iOS. Featuring a vibrant full-color LCD metering display, versatile combo inputs, MIDI I/O, and bundled professional software, it’s designed for musicians and producers who demand precision and portability in one sleek package.

## Description

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, mix knob for balancing live input with computer playback, four balanced 1/4-inch DC-coupled outputs, four unbalanced RCA outputs (mirrored), 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).

Review: Perfection! - Amazing interface! I love the audio levels display. Top notch!
Review: Great bit of kit for any small studio - Does a great job but you may benefit from using a USB-C to USB-C cable (not supplied) PC/Mac interface is great and intuitive. Sound quality as good as you would hope for. Lovely display on the unit helps set levels. Chose this over the "lower" model as it has 4 ins/outs and midi but didnt need the "bigger" versions with more ins/outs.

## Features

- Rugged Metal Construction
- Super Low Latency
- Class Compliant (iOS Compatible), USB Bus Powered
- Full-Colour LCD Metering Display
- MOTU Performer Lite

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08129P2XY |
| Audio Input | Audio Interfaces |
| Best Sellers Rank | 30,400 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 127 in Computer Audio Interfaces |
| Brand | MOTU |
| Brand Name | MOTU |
| Compatible Devices | USB devices |
| Compatible devices | USB devices |
| Connectivity Technology | External Line Return, USB |
| Connectivity technology | External Line Return, USB |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 836 Reviews |
| Frequency Response | 192 KHz |
| Frequency response | 192 KHz |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 10.8D x 21W x 4.4H centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Audio Interface |
| Item Weight | 1 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | MOTU |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 3140 |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 192 KHz |
| Model Number | M4 |
| Number of Channels | 8 |
| Number of channels | 8 |
| Operating System | Mac, Windows, iOS |
| Product Warranty | 2 years. |
| Supported Software | MOTU Performer Lite and Ableton Live Lite production software |
| Supported software | MOTU Performer Lite and Ableton Live Lite production software |
| UPC | 839128006126 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** MOTU
- **Compatible devices:** USB devices
- **Connectivity technology:** External Line Return, USB
- **Number of channels:** 8
- **Supported software:** MOTU Performer Lite and Ableton Live Lite production software

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this work on ps4**
A: No, the MOTU M4 -Audio Interface will not work with PS4. It is for PC and Mac only. There is no MOTU PS4Driver.

**Q: Will this unit get enough power from early usb 3 port (not c) found on macbook pro mid 2012?**
A: Yes, I have a MacBook from then. I was replacing an apogee duet 2 which suddenly konked out. Very pleased with the Motu so far.

**Q: Does it come with Asio driver?**
A: Yes it has its own ASIO drivers

**Q: Is this the updated version of the m4? the old version had one screw per xlr port, while the refresh has two. which one is sold on amazon?**
A: Mine was sold by a Amazon partner not Amazon direct. It has two screws per XLR/TRS combi port and made by Neutrik

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfection!
*by A***R on 18 April 2026*

Amazing interface! I love the audio levels display. Top notch!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great bit of kit for any small studio
*by L***Y on 10 April 2023*

Does a great job but you may benefit from using a USB-C to USB-C cable (not supplied) PC/Mac interface is great and intuitive. Sound quality as good as you would hope for. Lovely display on the unit helps set levels. Chose this over the "lower" model as it has 4 ins/outs and midi but didnt need the "bigger" versions with more ins/outs.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Won’t get any better quality for a price
*by A***M on 21 December 2022*

I bought this for my friend as I got one from 2 years. Simply won’t beat quality/price

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*Last updated: 2026-06-10*