The only "quality" feature lost by using Apple’s driver is the custom control panel, which allowed internal loopback (recording system audio) and direct monitoring mixing. On an M1 Mac, you lose this GUI. However, you can regain loopback functionality using free tools like BlackHole or Loopback Audio . For direct monitoring, the Quad-Capture’s hardware knob remains fully functional.
In the top menu, go to > Startup Security Utility . Select your system drive and click Security Policy .
Flip the switch to or 48 kHz. (Do not leave it on 44.1, as that triggers the vendor driver requirement). Step 2: Use the Right Connectivity Hardware
The control panel for the QuadCapture (the mixer app) is Intel-based. To run it without glitches: roland quadcapture driver mac m1 extra quality
For recording audio/vocals: Set your DAW buffer size to . The M1 chip can handle this workload easily, bypassing audible latency.
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Once the interface is running via native Core Audio, you eliminate third-party driver bloat. This actually results in incredibly stable performance and ultra-low latency. To maximize your audio quality, you must configure the device manually. The only "quality" feature lost by using Apple’s
For M1 Mac users, the "extra quality" is unfortunately trapped behind a software wall. If you are looking for a modern alternative with similar "high-quality" preamps and native M1 support, you might check out the Roland Rubix series or interfaces from brands like Universal Audio and Focusrite, which offer dedicated Apple Silicon drivers.
Method 1: The Modified Infoplist Driver Hack (For Full Control)
If you own a Mac M1, getting this interface to work with "extra quality" performance requires a few deliberate workarounds. You can completely bypass official driver limitations and achieve pristine, low-latency audio on Apple Silicon. The Compatibility Challenge: M1 vs. Roland Legacy Drivers Flip the switch to or 48 kHz
If you attempt to use this interface on an M1 Mac, you will likely encounter several "quality" roadblocks:
: Roland has confirmed that Apple Silicon Macs are not supported for the Quad-Capture Driver Version 1.5.6 : This is the final driver release, which only supports Intel-based Mac series up to macOS 12. macOS 13 (Ventura) & 14 (Sonoma)
| Feature | With Roland driver | With macOS driver | |--------|------------------|-------------------| | Mixer/routing panel | Yes | No | | Direct monitoring level control | Via app | Manual in DAW | | Sample rates >48 kHz | Up to 96/192 kHz | 44.1/48 kHz only | | Low latency (64 samples) | ✅ | ✅ |