MOTU

MOTU (Mark of the Unicorn) is an American company specialising in professional audio and music technology. Founded in 1980 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, MOTU is renowned for its high-quality audio interfaces, MIDI interfaces, and digital audio software. The company has been at the forefront of innovation in the industry, developing reliable and feature-rich solutions for musicians, producers, and audio engineers. Its products are widely used in studios, live performances, and broadcast applications, offering cutting-edge technology with a focus on sound quality and workflow efficiency.

MOTU 896mk3 Hybrid
MOTU 828
Decades
Made In China
Released in 2018 /
The MOTU 828PRE-ES is a professional audio interface with 52 channels, ESS Sabre32 Ultra™ DAC technology, eight mic preamps, and ultra-low latency via Thunderbolt™ and USB. It offers AVB/TSN Ethernet, a 48-input digital mixer with DSP effects, and web app control, making it ideal for studio and live use.
Made In China
Released in 2020 /
The MOTU M2 combines ESS Sabre32 Ultra conversion, ultra-low latency USB performance, colour LCD metering, loopback for streaming, and bus-powered portability in a rugged interface that is ready for studio work, live streaming, podcasts, and mobile recording.
Made In China
Released in 2020 /
The MOTU M4 combines ESS Sabre32 Ultra conversion, ultra-low latency drivers, colour LCD metering, loopback for streaming and bus-powered portability in a rugged interface ready for studio, stage and mobile work.
Made In China
Released in 2021 /
The MOTU Ultralite Mk5 is a compact, high-performance audio interface featuring ESS Sabre32™ DAC technology, 40-channel I/O, ultra-low latency, on-board DSP mixing, loopback, and iOS compatibility, delivering professional-grade sound and versatility for studio and live applications.
Made In China
Released in 2022 /
The MOTU M6 combines ESS Sabre32 Ultra conversion, ultra-low latency USB performance, colour LCD metering, loopback for streaming, A/B monitor switching, dual headphone outputs, and stand-alone operation in a compact, rugged interface for studio, stage, and mobile use.
Made In China
Released in 2024 /
The MOTU 828 Audio Interface is a 28 x 32 USB3 audio interface for Mac, Windows and iOS with mixing and effects built in, and more importantly it can use all 60 inouts and outputs simultaneaously unlike many of it rivals, not to mention it sounds superb.
Made In China
Released in 2025 /
The MOTU 16A Gen 2 audio interface offers 32 channels of analogue and digital I/O, ultra-low latency over Thunderbolt, and top-tier ESS Sabre32 Ultra converters. It features a 48-channel digital mixer with classic EQ and compression, AVB networking, and web-based control, making it a powerful hub for studio and live setups.
Made In China
Released in 2025 /
The MOTU 848 Thunderbolt 4/USB4 Audio Interface delivers premium audio quality, ultra low latency, 60 simultaneous I/O channels, and extensive AVB networking. Its advanced routing, mixing, and monitoring features make it a powerful centrepiece for modern professional studios.
Made In China
Released in 2025 /
The MOTU 10Pre Audio Interface delivers pristine ESS Sabre32 sound quality, Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 connectivity, extensive I/O, AVB networking, 64-channel mixing, and wireless CueMix Pro control, making it an advanced and versatile hub for any modern studio.