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. 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. 5 ms Round Trip Latency (32 sample buffer at 96 kHz). The M4 is the only audio interface in its class with a full color 160x120 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. 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. Best-in-Class Audio Quality 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 line 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. Best-in-Class 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 (32 sample buffer at 96 kHz). Best-in-Class 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 160x120 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. Features: 4-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-color LCD 2 x mic/line/hi-Z guitar inputs on combo XLR/TRS Individual preamp gain and 48V phantom power for each input 2 x balanced 1/4-inch line inputs Hardware (direct) monitoring for each input (mono or stereo for inputs 1-2, stereo for inputs 3-4) Monitor mix knob to control balance between live inputs and computer playback Measured -129 dB EIN on mic inputs 4 x balanced, DC-coupled 1/4-inch TRS outputs Measured 120 dB dynamic range on outputs 4 x RCA (unbalanced) analog out (mirrored) 1 x headphone out (driven by ESS converters) with independent volume control MIDI in/out Support for 44.1 to _192 kHz sample rates USB audio class compliant for plug-and-play operation on Mac (no driver required) Windows driver with 2.5 ms Round Trip Latency (32 sample buffer at 96 kHz) Mac driver (optional, for 2.5 ms RTL@32/96 kHz 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 power switch (USB cable included) Rugged metal construction Workstation software included (MOTU Performer Lite 10 and Ableton Live Lite 10) 100+ instruments (in Performer Lite) Over 6 GB of included free loops, samples and one-shots from industry leading libraries Kensington security slot Get your M4 Audio Interface today at the guaranteed lowest price from Sam Ash with our 45-day return and 60-day price protection policy.