M-Audio M-Track 8X4M USB Audio Interface

The M-Audio M-Track 8X4M is a professional-grade USB audio and MIDI interface designed for home and project studios that need a high channel count in a compact, desktop form factor. It offers a versatile set of inputs and outputs, high-quality preamps, and a robust software bundle to handle a variety of recording scenarios, from a full band to multiple vocalists and instruments.

Key Features and Highlights:

• High-Quality “Crystal Preamps”: The 8X4M features four M-Audio Crystal Preamps that are known for their low-noise and transparent sound. They have been engineered to capture your audio with a high degree of fidelity, ensuring a clean signal from your microphones.
• High-Resolution Audio: The interface is capable of recording and playing back audio at a professional standard of 24-bit/192 kHz. This high resolution ensures a wide dynamic range and pristine audio quality for all your recordings.
• Extensive Connectivity (8-in/4-out): This is the main selling point of the 8X4M. It provides all the connections you need for a complex recording session:
  • 4 x XLR/TRS Combo Inputs: These are on the rear panel and can be used for microphones or line-level signals.
  • 2 x 1/4″ Instrument Inputs: These are on the front panel and are designed with a special gain and impedance stage to provide the best signal from your electric guitar or bass.
  • 2 x 1/4″ Line Inputs: These are also on the rear panel for connecting other line-level sources like keyboards or drum machines.
  • 4 x 1/4″ TRS Outputs: Two balanced outputs for your main studio monitors and two additional outputs for connecting to outboard gear or a second set of monitors.
  • 2 x Headphone Outputs: With independent volume and source controls, allowing you to provide two different monitor mixes for performers.
• Zero-Latency Monitoring: The M-Track 8X4M features a USB/Direct mix control knob that allows you to listen to the live input signal with no latency. This is essential for a comfortable and in-sync recording experience, especially for vocalists and musicians.
• USB-C Connectivity: It uses a high-speed USB-C connection for fast, low-latency performance. It comes with both a USB-C to USB-C cable and a USB-C to USB-A cable, so it’s compatible with both modern and older computers.
• Comprehensive Software Suite: The interface comes with a valuable software bundle to get you started immediately. This typically includes:
  • Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition and Ableton Live Lite (two different DAWs).
  • AIR Music Tech Virtual Instruments: Including Mini Grand (piano), Electric (electric pianos), and a collection of other virtual instruments.
  • A collection of effect plugins and other tools.
• Rugged Metal Chassis: The M-Track 8X4M is housed in a solid metal chassis with a large central monitor volume knob, giving it a professional and durable feel.