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MOTU UltraLite-mk5 firmware

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Latest firmware

2.1.2+3352
released 8 Oct 2026
Get CueMix 5 includes the firmware
Updater
CueMix 5
Manual
User manual (PDF)

What's new in 2.1.2+3352

Added OctaLite support.

Last checked 27 Oct 2026

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Release history
  1. 2.1.2+33528 Oct 2026
  2. 2.0.9+257218 Nov 2025
  3. 2.0.8+256812 Feb 2025
  4. 2.0.4+255916 Oct 2024
  5. 2.0.1+255512 Jan 2024
All 10 releases ↓

MOTU UltraLite-mk5 manual & official pages

How to update the MOTU UltraLite-mk5

Install the latest MOTU Gen 5 Installer (driver + CueMix 5) from the UltraLite-mk5 download page; if a CueMix 5 update is available, install it first. Connect the UltraLite-mk5 via USB-C and open CueMix 5. Go to the Device tab and click "Open..." next to "Firmware Updater" to launch the firmware updater app, then follow its steps. Do not disconnect the device during the update.

What you need

CueMix 5 — the software MOTU uses to load firmware onto the MOTU UltraLite-mk5. Download links below.

Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.

Drivers & software for the MOTU UltraLite-mk5

The MOTU UltraLite-mk5 is updated with CueMix 5, published by MOTU.

Download CueMix 5 from MOTUopens in a new tab — motu.com

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MOTU UltraLite-mk5 firmware update history

10 releases since Aug 2022, roughly one every 5 months.

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

Version 2.1.2+3352 — 8 Oct 2026

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — motu.com

Version 2.0.9+2572 — 18 Nov 2025

Restores the device name upon a full power cycle (unplug/replug).

Version 2.0.8+2568 — 12 Feb 2025

Improved power-down mute.

Version 2.0.4+2559 — 16 Oct 2024

MIDI Thru is now supported in both standalone and USB modes.

Version 2.0.1+2555 — 12 Jan 2024

• Added support for CueMix 5 remote control (Password protection, discovery). • Added A/B monitoring. • Added Talkback.

Version 1.2.2+2492 — 16 Aug 2023

• Added more display-related options to the front panel menu

Version 1.2.0+2467 — 17 Jan 2023

Fixed glitchy audio input at 2x and 4x on some UL5L Fixed HPF

Version 1.1.9+2466 — 15 Nov 2022

Added a screensaver in the new DISPLAY menu IP address is now in the ABOUT menu

Version 1.1.8+2402 — 15 Sep 2022

Firmware support for a new streaming mode that offers more robust USB audio performance.

Version 1.1.7+2398 — 30 Aug 2022

Improved USB error recovery. Adds makeup gain to compressors. Adds EQ to Reverb bus. Adds support for mixing additional host output channels. Allow moving loopback channels to host input channels 1 and 2. Allow mixing host output channels in the Reverb Mix bus Improved clipping behavior with phase invert turned on. Fixed an occasional issue with startup after soft power on, where inputs would be scrambled or contain static. Fixed repeated buffer when connected to powered USB hub, and hub is disconnected from host. Fixed MIDI on Windows. Bug fixes and improvements.

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MOTU UltraLite-mk5 firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the MOTU UltraLite-mk5?

The latest firmware for the MOTU UltraLite-mk5 is version 2.1.2+3352, released on 8 Oct 2026. FW//RADAR last checked MOTU's official page on 27 Oct 2026.

How do I update the MOTU UltraLite-mk5?

Install the latest MOTU Gen 5 Installer (driver + CueMix 5) from the UltraLite-mk5 download page; if a CueMix 5 update is available, install it first. Connect the UltraLite-mk5 via USB-C and open CueMix 5. Full instructions on MOTU's official firmware page.

What software do I need to update the MOTU UltraLite-mk5?

You need CueMix 5, available from MOTU's support site.

Where can I download MOTU UltraLite-mk5 firmware and drivers?

Directly from MOTU's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →

Where can I find the MOTU UltraLite-mk5 manual?

The official MOTU user manual is a PDF hosted on cdn-data.motu.com. MOTU UltraLite-mk5 user manual (PDF) →

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