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Silver desktop audio interface with OLED display and XLR cable

Motu

Motu UltraLite-mk5 USB-C audio/MIDI interface bundle 18 in 22 out with XLR cable

SKU CH-S7VX-M3XB8

An 18-in/22-out USB-C audio/MIDI interface with ESS Sabre32 DACs, 125 dB dynamic range, mic preamps up to +74 dB gain, loopback channels, optical ADAT, coaxial S/PDIF.

  • 18 inputs and 22 outputs for complex studio routing
  • Upgraded mic preamps provide 74 dB gain for quiet sources
  • ESS Sabre32 DAC delivers 125 dB dynamic range
  • Loopback channels simplify podcasting and livestream workflows
  • Bundle includes 10 ft XLR cable cloth and ties

Portable studio interface for producers

The Motu UltraLite-mk5 is an 18-in 22-out USB-C audio and MIDI interface built for recording musicians, podcasters, and live-streamers who need professional conversion in a desktop footprint. It ships as a bundle that adds a 10 ft XLR cable, a fiber cloth, and cable ties so the essentials arrive in one box.

Rugged desktop build with flexible routing

The metal chassis handles studio and road use while the front-panel OLED meters give instant visual feedback without opening software. Rear-panel connectivity covers ten DC-coupled line outputs, optical ADAT, coaxial S/PDIF, and MIDI I/O, letting you integrate outboard gear, expand channel count, or sync hardware synths from a single unit.

125 dB dynamic range from ESS Sabre32 DAC

The upgraded converters deliver 125 dB dynamic range and -114 dB THD+N, while the mic preamps provide up to +74 dB gain for clean capture of quiet sources. If your workflow demands that level of transparency and headroom, this interface meets the spec; if you need fewer channels or lower gain, a smaller unit may suit better.

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Price $565.99
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Questions about this item

What does the USB-C interface cap in practice for the UltraLite-mk5?

The USB-C connection handles 18 inputs and 22 outputs with upgraded ESS Sabre32 DACs delivering 125 dB dynamic range and -114 dB THD+N, plus loopback channels for streaming and remote recording.

What physical space and connections does the UltraLite-mk5 need to fit and mount?

The desktop unit provides 10 DC-coupled line outputs, optical ADAT, coaxial S/PDIF, MIDI I/O, and mic preamps with +74 dB gain, plus a 10 ft XLR cable, fibre cloth and cable ties in the bundle.

How is the UltraLite-mk5 installed, and what step do people often get wrong?

Connect via USB-C to macOS, Windows or iOS, install CueMix 5 software for control and routing, and configure loopback channels in your DAW or VoIP app for podcasting and livestreaming.

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