It works via usb with a computer and it is an 8 bus digital mixer as well. Cleaning unplug the motu microbook from the computer before cleaning and use a damp cloth. You must use the products original packing material for in shipment, and insure the shipment for the value of. Motu interfaces are built to last the microbook aluminum alloy chassis is lightweight, yet incredibly sturdy and durable, and designed to withstand the rigors of the studio, stage, and tour bus. If the motu 828 has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. Engineered for the discriminating ear the microbook ii has been engineered with motus renowned, awardwinning audio interface technology, which delivers the uncompromising audio quality and rocksolid performance motu interfaces are known for worldwide.
Motu micro lite usb midi interface musicians friend. Motu has announced the microbook ii, an updated version of the compact, studiograde audio interface that turns a mac or pc into a personal 4 x 6 recording studio with professional io and monitor mixing. Cuemix fx can be used independently of host audio software, or together with it. I had no issues with compatibility and the installation of drivers was very simple with the included cd. Jun 30, 2010 having been a major player in the upmarket audio interface market for some considerable time, motu has now announced the microbook a more affordable, pocketsized usb model with balanced inputs and outputs. Motu microbook ii audio interface musicians friend. If the motu usb midi interface does not operate normally by following the operating instructions in the owners manual.
All warnings on the product and in the owners manual should be adhered to. Motu s awardwinning hardware and software are used by top professionals every day on hit songs, mega tours, primetime shows and blockbuster films. Built from the same technology found in motu s flagship midi timepiece, the micro lite usb midi interface provides 5 midi in, 5 midi out, 80 midi channels and compatibility with all macintosh and windows software. Motu is an engineeringdriven music technology company passionately driven to create products that help you produce amazing music. User guide midi express xt midi express 128 micro express. Limited warranty on hardware mark of the unicorn, inc. The motu microbook ii is a unique mix of 4in6out hardware usb 2 interface, onboard dsp and control software. I started to record and wanted to check the sound difference between my old motu traveler from 2006 and the microbook 2. If the motu usb midi interface has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. If youre looking for an audio interface for windows that performs, to drive your monitors this. Usb interfaces manual book page 1 tuesday, august 16, 2011 11. The micro express, micro lite, midi express 128, and midi express xt share the same manual, so the links above point to the same document.
This microbook ii is the only device out of 5 ive owned, including other motu interfaces, that doesnt come up with the last settings used. If the motu 828 does not operate normally by following the operating instructions in the owners manual. Microbook iis dsp chip, cuemix fx provides the same throughput performance as. Motu is now shipping the microbook iic, an updated version of the popular, awardwinning personal studio interface for mac and windows known for its rugged metal construction, ultracompact size and superior audio quality. The franchise has since generated a variety of products including, but not limited to, six lines of action figures, four animated tvseries, one feature liveaction film, as well as several comic series. When the motu microbook exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for. When the motu 828 exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service. Aug 02, 2012 this second generation version microbook adds physical knobs, led meters, an xlr input, and more making it a great audio interface for laptop music makers and djs on the go. Having been a major player in the upmarket audio interface market for some considerable time, motu has now announced the microbook a more affordable, pocketsized usb model with balanced inputs and outputs. Midi interfacesynchronizer as described in the previous chapter, the.
In a world awash with cheap plastic, the cool touch of the microbook iis metal exterior in your hands is a reassuring reminder that you are holding. My computer recognises the motu, i added the instrument in the audio midi setup and connected the midi cables. Heed warnings all warnings on the motu 828 and in the owners manual should be adhered to. This page contains information about manuals from mark of the unicorn. I am able to control my old dx7 iis and other synthesizers using logic pro 9 in mac osx. Retain instructions the safety instructions and owners manual should be retained for future reference. When the motu usb midi interface exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.
You can always record and mix with confidence, even in most demanding professional. Built from the same technology found in the midi timepiece, the micro lite is a professional midi interface and that provides portable, plugandplay connectivity to any usbequipped macintosh or windows computer the micro lite provides five midi in, five midi out for a total of eighty midi channels. About the mark of the unicorn license agreement and limited warranty on software. Motus awardwinning hardware and software are used by top professionals every day on hit songs, mega tours, primetime shows and blockbuster films. Motu has unveiled the microbook ii, an update to its compact, portable audio interface whereas the original microbook was a 4in2out device, this one is 4in6out. This mixer is plug and play, even the install is very quick and easy. Sometimes when i fire up smaart the first time and turn on the signal generator, smaart beachballs. This page provides links to printed product manuals in pdf form. Couple in solo 610 and a good microphone, you can make the small final. The microbook iic provides simultaneous inputs for a microphone, a guitar, and a keyboard or other stereo line level device.
Built from the same technology found in motus flagship midi timepiece, the micro lite usb midi interface provides 5 midi in, 5 midi out, 80 midi channels and compatibility with all macintosh and windows software. If the motu microbook has been exposed to rain or water. Buy motu micro lite usb midi interface at amazon uk. Many of the product manuals on this page are supplied in the form in which they were originally published and may not be entirely uptodate. Microbook ii cuemix fx guide 1 microbook ii cuemix fx guide overview cuemix fx is a crossplatform software application that provides graphic, onscreen control for the microbook iis.
Im using it with a 2008 macbook running lion and smaart 7. For discriminating users who insist on the very best audio quality, microbook ii delivers unmatched performance for compact, personal recording. Heed warnings all warnings on the motu microbook and in the owners manual should be adhered to. For additional information and documentation, be sure to check the corresponding software installer download link next to each product. If the motu microbook does not operate normally by following the operating instructions in the owners manual. If the motu microbook has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. Just a few days ago i bought a motu microbook, but i seem to have some problems installing it. Buy motu microbook iic audio interface black at amazon uk. If the outlet you are planning to use for the motu 828mkii is of the two prong type, do not. I need a driver for beyond micro bmmdu2 external hard drive for an old computer windows 98. The motu micro lite usb midi interface works surprisingly just as advertised. I have recently downloaded logic pro 9 and purchased a motu micro lite midi hub to connect my two synthesisers to logic and record while i play.
It interfaces easily with my studio one software on windows 10 and my legacy tone modules. Large frontpanel leds illuminate to indicate midi activity. The micro lite provides five midi in, five midi out for a total of eighty midi channels. Motu microbook iic mobile usb firewire ios audio interface. The microbook iic delivers measured audio specs that rival interfaces costing hundreds more. Many audio io devices especially the units that are popular for system measurement default to 48k.
We have recently moved up to pro tools 12 hd from pro tools 8 hd on a mac and in the process switched to a very fast hp 840 workstation. Oct 31, 2015 cambridge, ma wednesday, october 28, 2015. Motu, midi timepiece, midi express, micro express, clockworks, mark of the unicorn and the unicorn. Enregistrer rehearsals and mount with light equipment and a symmetric connection basique. This second generation version microbook adds physical knobs, led meters, an xlr input, and more making it a great audio interface for laptop music makers and djs on the go. I installed the latest drivers and the first latency tests were promising. Seems like this should be a really ideal interface for smaart. If you want me to run anything to get more details of the microbook then let me know soon before i have to give it back. Heed warnings all warnings on the motu microbook and in the owner s manual should be adhered to. Follow instructions all operating and use instructions should be followed.
Masters of the universe, often referred to as heman or abbreviated motu, is a toy series created by the american toy manufacturing company mattel in early 1981. We have an avid pre connected, but we have an old circa 1999 or so motu micro express midi interface. Its also been totally redesigned, and now features a handson volume control, usb 2. Their latest offering, the 4input6output microbook ii, is a usb 2 audio interface with. My built in audio card showed me 9ms latency at 128 samples the microbook 2 showed me 9,5 ms at 128 which is good for a usb interface. The quality is excellent and was definitely in my price range. All operating and use instructions should be followed. Built from the same technology found in the midi timepiece, the micro lite is a professional midi interface and that provides portable, plugandplay connectivity to any usbequipped macintosh or windows computer. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the motu microbook. I have connected one of them to check and i have difficulties with setting them up. Midi interfacesynchronizer as described in the previous. The 2408mk3, 24io, and hd192 core systems and expansion ios share the same manual, so the links above for each. Motu will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge to you, provided you return it during the warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid, to mark of the unicorn, inc.
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