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MOTU UltraLite-mk5

CurrentReleased 2021

MOTU's line-input workhorse: eight analogue inputs and ten DC-coupled outputs that can send CV to modular gear, with a DSP mixer for monitoring through reverb and EQ. Two preamps only, because it is built for synths rather than mics.

Specifications

General

Manufacturer
MOTU
Status
Current
Released
2021

Inputs & outputs

Mic preamps
2
Analogue inputs
8
Analogue outputs
10
Channels (in / out)
18 in / 22 out
Headphone outputs
1
Digital I/O
ADAT optical in/out, S/PDIF coaxial

Connection & power

MIDI
5-pin DIN
Connection
USB-C (USB 2.0)
Resolution
Up to 192 kHz
Bus-powered
No

Features

Loopback
Yes
Features
DSP mixer with reverb, EQ and dynamics, DC-coupled outputs (CV), Talkback, A/B monitoring, Half-rack
Bundled software
MOTU Performer Lite, Ableton Live Lite, 6 GB of loops

Size & weight

Dimensions (W × D × H)
220 × 175 × 45 mm
Weight
1.31 kg

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