Audio interface M-Audio M-Track Duo — USB 2-in/2-out, 16-bit/48 kHz, 1x XLR/TS combo, 1x instrument input, phantom 48V

Compact USB audio interface M-Audio M-Track Duo provides 2-in/2-out recording at 16-bit/48 kHz. It combines a microphone preamp with phantom 48V, a dedicated instrument input and balanced outputs in a compact black housing powered via USB. The unit is designed for simple home-studio, podcasting and mobile recording setups and includes required cables and software.

Advantages

The interface offers low-latency 2-in/2-out recording, a microphone preamp with 48V phantom power for condenser microphones, a dedicated instrument input for direct guitar or bass connection, and balanced TRS outputs for connection to studio monitors. USB bus power eliminates the need for an external adapter and the compact, lightweight design supports portable use.

Suitable for

• Home studio multitrack recording
• Podcasting and voiceover work
• Mobile or location recording
• Direct recording of electric guitar or bass
• Connecting to powered studio monitors and headphones

Key specifications

• Sample rate: 48 kHz
• Bit depth: 16-bit
• Number of mic preamps: 1
• Inputs: 1x XLR/TRS combo, 1x instrument (TS)
• Outputs: 2x balanced TRS line outputs, 1x 1/4" headphone output
• Impedance (headphones): 32 Ω
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Microphone sensitivity: -43 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 109 dB
• Power: USB bus-powered with 48V phantom available
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 191 × 55 × 111 mm
• Weight: 365 g
• Supported OS: macOS 10.14 and Windows 8

How to use

Connect the M-Track Duo to a computer via the included USB Type-B to Type-A cable and install the supplied software if required. Plug a microphone into the XLR/TRS combo input and enable 48V phantom power when using a condenser microphone. Use the dedicated instrument input for direct guitar or bass connection. Route audio to studio monitors via the balanced TRS outputs and monitor with headphones through the 1/4" output. Adjust gain settings on the front panel to achieve optimal input levels without clipping.

Recommendations

For best results, use a quality USB cable and connect directly to a computer USB port rather than through an unpowered hub. Enable 48V phantom only when needed by condenser microphones. Keep input gains moderate and use the balanced TRS outputs when connecting to studio monitors to minimise noise.