MOTU · Updated June 2026
MOTU M2: price, specs & release date
MOTU M2, released 2019-11. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: motu.com verified STALE · 2026-06-19 ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The MOTU M2 is listed at $199.95 on motu.com as of 2026-06-27, #9 cheapest of 17 audio interfaces (median $199.95); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 59/100 pay-blind standing, #11 of 18 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the MOTU M2 a good buy?
At $200, the MOTU M2 is #9 cheapest of the 17 audio interfaces we track, where the median is $199.95. On the spec sheet, its inputs analog of 2 is the lowest of the 18, its outputs analog of 4 is the highest of the 18, and its mic preamps of 2 is the highest of the 18.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $199.95 Street price, Sweetwater; MOTU does not publish a separate MSRP |
|---|---|
| Brand | MOTU |
| Released | 2019-11 |
| Inputs analog | 2 |
| Outputs analog | 4 |
| Max resolution bit (kHz) | 24-bit / 192 kHz |
| Mic preamps | 2 |
| Connection | usb_c |
| Midi io | Yes |
| Bus powered | Yes |
Source: motu.com (read 2026-06-19) STALE · 2026-06-19 · corroborated by thomannmusic.com (read 2026-06-19). MOTU page confirms 2 mic/line/Hi-Z combo inputs, 2 balanced TRS + 2 RCA outputs (MOTU markets as 2x4; RCA mirrors TRS so 2 unique channels — retained outputs_analog=4 per manufacturer jack count), 24-bit/192 kHz, USB-C, MIDI 5-pin I/O, bus-powered. ~$199.95 at Sweetwater. Released Nov 2019.
Is the MOTU M2 worth it vs cheaper audio interfaces?
MOTU M2 against its closest cheaper and pricier audio interfaces on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 17 ranked
| Product | Price | Inputs analog | Outputs analog | Max resolution bit (kHz) | Mic preamps | Connection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTU M2 this | $199.95 | 2 | 4 | 24-bit / 192 kHz | 2 | usb_c |
| Universal Audio Volt 2 USB Audio Interface | $199 | 2 | 2 | 24-bit / 192 kHz | 2 | usb_c |
| Audient iD14 MkII | $219 | 2 | 4 | 24-bit / 96 kHz | 2 | usb_c |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the MOTU M2 cost?
The MOTU M2 has a US price of $199.95 (Street price, Sweetwater; MOTU does not publish a separate MSRP), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the MOTU M2 compare on price?
At $200, the MOTU M2 is #9 cheapest of the 17 audio interfaces we track, where the median is $199.95.
When was the MOTU M2 released?
The MOTU M2 was released 2019-11.
What are the MOTU M2's key specs?
MOTU M2 (MOTU): inputs analog 2, outputs analog 4, max resolution bit khz 24-bit / 192 kHz, mic preamps 2, connection usb_c. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $199.95 at motu.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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