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MOTU MicroBook II

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Pros

  • MicroBook II's audio performance is absolutely excellent
  • Very good sound and very flexible
  • very good output

Cons

  • only one mic input is slightly limiting
  • It may not display this or other websites correctly
  • The included USB cable is completely useless
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Key specs

  • Stereo
  • 24 bit / 96 kHz
  • External
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MOTU MicroBook II - Pros & Cons

MOTU MicroBook II

Pros

  • MicroBook II's audio performance is absolutely excellent
  • Very good sound and very flexible
  • very good output
  • very clear
  • very powerful
  • It works great on your PC and on your Mac
  • solid and stable
  • Easy and effective overall design and usability
  • Cuemix FX is clear and easy to use
  • Ableton Live and it worked great
  • small

Cons

  • only one mic input is slightly limiting
  • It may not display this or other websites correctly
  • The included USB cable is completely useless
  • the DSP is only used for monitoring
  • The overall operation is deplorable
  • little lack of air and space relative to the direct signal

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MOTU MicroBook II - Full Specifications

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Sound TypeStereo
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Placement TypeExternal
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Connectivity
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Balanced input XLR
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Audio properties
D/A audio24 bit / 96 kHz

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MOTU MicroBook II MOTU - Editorial Reviews (1)

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Published: 26.08.2013
MOTU MicroBook II

The new Microbook’s miniature exterior hides surprising depths of functionality.

By Bob Thomas
13 minute read

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