Introduction
This guide provides information on the M-Audio M-Track Solo, a 2-channel USB audio interface designed for recording, streaming, and podcasting.
Box Contents
- M-Track Solo unit
- USB-B to USB-A Cable
- Software Download Cards
Support
For the latest product information, system requirements, compatibility, and product registration, visit m-audio.com. For additional support, visit m-audio.com/support.
Quick Start
macOS Users
No driver installation is required for class-compliant operation with M-Track Solo.
iOS Users
iOS devices may not provide sufficient power for the M-Track Solo. Use the Apple Camera Connection Kit (sold separately), a USB break-out cable (sold separately), and a USB power adapter (sold separately) to provide additional USB power.
Windows Users
- Visit m-audio.com/drivers to download the latest M-Track Solo driver for your operating system.
- Open the downloaded file and double-click the driver installer.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to install the drivers.
Software Installation
Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition
Connect the M-Track Solo to your computer using the included USB cable. Launch Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition. Go to Setup > Playback Engine... and select USB Audio Codec from the dropdown menu. Save and restart your project if necessary. Select your Sample Rate and click OK.
MPC Beats
Connect the M-Track Solo to your computer using the included USB cable. Launch MPC Beats. Go to Edit > Preferences....
- Windows Users: In the Audio window, select ASIO under Audio Device Type, then select M-Track Solo and Duo ASIO under Device.
- macOS Users: In the Audio window, select USB Audio Codec under the Output and Input dropdown menus.
Save and restart your project if necessary. Select your Sample Rate and click OK.
Features
Top Panel
- Input Gain: Adjusts the input gain. Set the knob so the Signal/Clip LED indicates a healthy level without clipping.
- Signal/Clip LED: Green indicates a signal is detected. Red indicates the signal level is too high, causing distortion. Adjust Input Gain or source output level if red.
- Monitor Level: Adjusts the output volume for the Main Outputs and Headphone Output.
- +48V (Phantom Power) LED: Illuminates when phantom power is engaged for the Combo Input.
Rear Panel
- USB Port (Type B): Connects the M-Track Solo to a computer for audio transfer. Requires USB 2.0 or higher.
- Main Outputs: Use RCA cables to connect to powered monitors or an amplifier system. The mix is controlled by the Direct/USB Switch, and the level by the Monitor Level knob.
Front Panel
- Combo Input: Connect microphones (XLR or 1/4" TRS cable) or line-level devices.
- 1/4" Input: For line-level signals (1/4" TRS cable) or guitars/basses with active pickups (1/4" TS cable).
- Line/Instrument Switch: Set to Line for microphones or keyboards, and Instrument for guitars or basses.
- +48V (Phantom Power) Switch: Activates +48V phantom power for the Combo Input. Use only if your microphone requires it. Consult your microphone's documentation.
- Headphone Output: Connect 1/8" (3.5 mm) TRS headphones. The mix is controlled by the Direct/USB Switch.
- Direct/USB Switch: Controls whether the direct input signal or the USB return signal is sent to the headphone and main outputs. Set to USB for computer audio playback only. Set to Direct to monitor the input signal directly, summed to mono.
Connection Diagram
The diagrams illustrate the rear and front panel connections for monitors, computer, guitar, microphone, and headphones. The note emphasizes using the +48V phantom power switch only when a microphone requires it, and consulting the microphone's documentation.
Technical Specifications
Mic Input (balanced XLR)
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.1 dB)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 109 dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N: 0.003% (min. gain, 0 dBu out, A-weighted)
- Preamp EIN: -128 dBu (max. gain, 40 Ω source, A-weighted)
- Gain Range: 0 dB to +54 dB
Line Input (balanced 1/4" [6.35 mm] TRS)
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.1 dB)
- Sensitivity: -43 dBu
- THD+N: 0.002% (min. gain, 0 dBu out, A-weighted)
- Gain Range: -10 dB to +44 dB
Instrument Input (unbalanced 1/4" [6.35 mm] TS)
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.1 dB)
- THD+N: 0.005% (min. gain, 0 dBu output, A-weighted)
- Input Impedance: 1 MΩ
- Gain Range: -10 dB to +44 dB
RCA Outputs
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.1 dB)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 109 dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N: 0.002% (0 dBu output, A-weighted)
- Max Output Level: +4 dBu
Headphone Output (1/8" [3.5 mm] TRS)
- Power: 60 mW/Ch, 32 Ω
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
- THD+N: 0.02% (A-weighted)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 100 dB (A-weighted)
General
- Power: USB-bus-powered
- Dimensions (width x depth x height): 6.4" x 4.5" x 2.1" (16.4 x 11.4 x 5.5 cm)
- Weight: 0.66 lbs. / 0.30 kg
Trademarks & Licenses
M-Audio and MPC Beats are trademarks of inMusic Brands, Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Macintosh and macOS are trademarks of Apple Inc. Avid and Pro Tools are registered trademarks of Avid Technology, Inc. All other product or company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
