# M2 vs SSL 2+ MKII: specs and price compared

A sourced, side-by-side comparison of the M2 (MOTU) and SSL 2+ MKII (Solid State Logic) among audio interfaces. M2 is the cheaper of the two at $199.95.

## Side by side

| Spec | M2 | SSL 2+ MKII |
| --- | --- | --- |
| US price | $199.95 | $299.99 |
| Brand | MOTU | Solid State Logic |
| Released | 2019-11 | 2024-10 |
| Inputs analog | 2 | 2 |
| Outputs analog | 4 | 4 |
| Max resolution bit (kHz) | 24-bit / 192 kHz | 32-bit / 192 kHz |
| Mic preamps | 2 | 2 |
| Connection | usb_c | usb_c |
| Midi io | Yes | Yes |
| Bus powered | Yes | Yes |

## Key differences

- Max resolution bit (kHz): M2 24-bit / 192 kHz vs SSL 2+ MKII 32-bit / 192 kHz

## What reviewers say

**SSL 2+ MKII** — Two whitelisted hands-on reviews (Sound on Sound, MusicRadar) both recommend the SSL 2+ MKII, praising its intuitive physical-controls workflow (no companion app needed) and clean, crisp preamps. Neither published its own lab measurements, so the dynamic-range gains they mention are SSL's own specs, not independently verified. MusicRadar's main gripe is the plasticky, lightweight feel versus all-metal rivals. (2 sourced reviews.)

## Sources

- M2: https://motu.com/en-us/products/m-series/m2/ (motu.com, verified 2026-06-19)
- SSL 2+ MKII: https://solidstatelogic.com/products/ssl-2-plus-mkii (solidstatelogic.com, verified 2026-06-19)

Canonical: https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/audio-interfaces/motu-m2-vs-ssl-2-plus-mkii/
Cite: Per The Front Desk Review, M2 ($199.95) vs SSL 2+ MKII ($299.99) — sourced spec-by-spec comparison at https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/audio-interfaces/motu-m2-vs-ssl-2-plus-mkii/
License: CC BY 4.0.