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product_id: 311312174
title: "UltraLite-mk5 18x22 USB Audio Interface 18-in/22-out USB-C Audio Interface with 24-bit/192kHz Conversion, 2 Mic Preamps, DSP Mixing and Effects, MIDI I/O, and Loopback - Mac/PC/iOS"
brand: "motu"
price: "$2792.60"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.ec/products/311312174-ultralite-mk5-18x22-usb-audio-interface-18-in-22-out
store_origin: EC
region: Ecuador
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# 2.4ms Latency 2 Mic Preamps 18-in/22-out UltraLite-mk5 18x22 USB Audio Interface 18-in/22-out USB-C Audio Interface with 24-bit/192kHz Conversion, 2 Mic Preamps, DSP Mixing and Effects, MIDI I/O, and Loopback - Mac/PC/iOS

**Brand:** motu
**Price:** $2792.60
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate Your Sound Game with MOTU UltraLite-mk5!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** UltraLite-mk5 18x22 USB Audio Interface 18-in/22-out USB-C Audio Interface with 24-bit/192kHz Conversion, 2 Mic Preamps, DSP Mixing and Effects, MIDI I/O, and Loopback - Mac/PC/iOS by motu
- **How much does it cost?** $2792.60 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ec](https://www.desertcart.ec/products/311312174-ultralite-mk5-18x22-usb-audio-interface-18-in-22-out)

## Best For

- motu enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted motu brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **All-in-One Solution:** Includes Performer Lite DAW and 100+ virtual instruments for instant inspiration.
- • **Crystal-Clear Audio:** Capture every nuance with reference-quality ES9026PRO SABRE D/A.
- • **Versatile Connectivity:** Easily integrate your hardware with MIDI I/O and USB-C connectivity.
- • **Unleash Your Creativity:** Experience 40 simultaneous channels in a sleek, portable design.
- • **Lightning-Fast Performance:** Enjoy round-trip latency as low as 2.4ms for seamless recording.

## Overview

The MOTU UltraLite-mk5 is a cutting-edge 18x22 USB audio interface designed for professionals seeking high-quality audio performance. With 24-bit/192kHz conversion, two mic preamps, and a host of features including DSP mixing, MIDI I/O, and loopback functionality, it’s perfect for recording, podcasting, and live streaming. Compact and portable, it’s compatible with Mac, PC, and iOS, making it an essential tool for any modern audio setup.

## Description

UltraLite-mk5 18x22 USB Audio Interface 18-in/22-out USB-C Audio Interface with 24-bit/192kHz Conversion, 2 Mic Preamps, DSP Mixing and Effects, MIDI I/O, and Loopback - Mac/PC/iOS

## Features

- 40 simultaneous channels — 18-in/22-out — in a compact, portable unit
- Reference-quality ES9026PRO SABRE D/A yields 125dB dynamic range and -114dB THD+N
- Round-trip latency of 2.4ms over USB at 24-bit/96kHz
- Optimized drivers offer reliable performance on Mac, PC, and iOS
- 2 mic/line/instrument inputs exhibit crystal-clear audio capture
- MIDI I/O for easy integration of hardware synths and modules
- Loopback functionality is a must-have feature for podcasting and livestreaming
- Excellent-sounding onboard DSP with reverb, a 4-band parametric EQ, and dynamics
- Overhauled CueMix 5 software gives you easy-to-use, comprehensive, graphic control over your mix
- Comes with Performer Lite DAW software, 100+ virtual instruments, and 6GB of loops/samples

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Item Weight | 1.3 Kilograms |
| Product Dimensions | 30.48 x 40.64 x 17.78 cm; 1.3 kg |
| Item model number | 8453 |
| Color Name | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Connector Type | USB Type C |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Supported Software | CueMix 5 |
| Operating System | Windows |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** MOTU
- **Compatible devices:** Personal Computer
- **Supported software:** CueMix 5
- **Connectivity technology:** USB, External Line Return
- **Number of channels:** 22

## Images

![UltraLite-mk5 18x22 USB Audio Interface 18-in/22-out USB-C Audio Interface with 24-bit/192kHz Conversion, 2 Mic Preamps, DSP Mixing and Effects, MIDI I/O, and Loopback - Mac/PC/iOS - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51i4+6Prc+L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this normal for the unit to have a loud pop when shutting down?  it affects mon out lines and headphone output.  TOS out is not affected, however.**
A: I can hear a small blip in my monitors when I shutdown, but its not a loud POP.  I use EXTREMELY sensitive in-ear monitors too, plugged directly into the headphone output.  Not sure but its possible you might have a dirty power issue or some kind of low-voltage charge building up somewhere perhaps on a ground pin somewhere in your signal chain?

**Q: Does this device come with a 15v DC power adapter?**
A: Mine did come with the required DC power adapter in the original box.

**Q: Are the On-board effects sent to the outputs or are they monitor only?**
A: They can be real time monitor mix only with "pre fx" set  to USB host OR sent to DAW as well with "post fx" set to USB host in input settings in Cuemix 5.

## Frequently Bought Together

- MOTU UltraLite-mk5 18x22 USB Audio Interface 3 for Mac, Windows and iOS with mixing and effects
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*Last updated: 2026-01-25*