Unlock the secrets of industry leading Artists on your machine!
Start your session with proven settings – from artists, for artists.
Natasha
Animal
color realistic
based in Düsseldorf / Germany
Thomas
Vincent
black & grey
based in SAINT-MALO / France
Alisa
Sahar
ornamental
based in Nürnberg / Germany
colorwork
based in California / USA
Oozy
colorwork
based in California / USA
Pasha
Ink
black & grey
based in LA / USA
Samuel
Potucek
colorwork
based in Slovakia
Emmanuel
Fortunato
black & grey
based in NY / USA
Artist Presets
Unlock the secrets of industry leading Artists on your machine!
Start your session with proven settings – from artists, for artists.
Natasha Animal
color realistic
based in Düsseldorf / Germany
Thomas Vincent
black & grey
based in SAINT-MALO / France
Alisa Sahar
ornamental
based in Nürnberg / Germany
Ben Ochoa
colorwork
based in California / USA
Oozy
colorwork
based in California / USA
Pasha Ink
black & grey
based in LA / USA
Samuel Potucek
colorwork
based in Slovakia
Emmanuel Fortunato
black & grey
based in NY / USA
No Touch Display
4-Way Joystick
Four physical buttons hidden beneath the display for reliable navigation.
Press & Tilt
Simply press and tilt the display in any direction to navigate.
Glove & Cover Friendly
Reliable control even when wearing gloves or using protective machine covers.
Torque Modes
m_L
Patented Lining Mode with optimized needle movement for solid lines!
m_+1 ... +2
Hard-hitting modes with software-supported power amplification.
m_+0
Natural motor mode without software interference.
m_-1 ... -3
Soft modes for smooth shading and valuable motor feedback.
Replace your motor virtualy!
Switch back and forth between powerfull and soft motors with just two clicks.
m_L
patented Lining Mode with optimized needle movement for solid lines!
m_+1…+2
hard hitting modes with software-supported power amplification
m_+0
natural mode of the motor without software interference
m_-1…-3
soft modes for smooth shades and valuable motor feedback
Strokes
Tune your machine for your style
standard
3.7 mm
–
heavy
4.1 mm
–
super heavy
4.5 mm
–
M2xtd
extended battery – built for extra-long sessions and intensive use of the Liner Mode!
Runtime: 9–11 h
M2
compact design for perfect ergonomics!
Runtime: 4–6 h
Size & Weight
• Weight with battery: 187 g (M2) | 204 g (M2X)
• Size: 129 mm (M2) | 141 mm (M2X)
• Diameter: 35 mm
• Grip ⌀: 33 & 40 mm
Needle Travel & Frequency
• Stepless adjustable needle depth: 0 – 4,5 mm
(larger range than M1)
• Frequency range: 36 Hz – 140 Hz (3V – 12V)
Battery & Runtime
• Exchangeable batteries: 18500 (M2) & 18650 (M2X)
• Runtime: 4–6 h (M2) | 9–11 h (M2X)
Compatibility & Extensions
• Compatible with all ACUS Strokes
(14 options available)
• Compatible with all ACUS Grips 33 & 40 mm (Standard Aluminum, Heavy Steel & Disposable)
• Compatible with all standard needles
Housing & Cleaning
• Fully dismantlable (as all ACUS machines)
• Tool-free disassembly for faster stroke cam changes
• Smooth anodized aluminum housing
• Cleanable & disinfectable with autoclave & ultrasonic cleaner
Protection & Safety
• Protection against reverse polarity
• Protection against overcurrent & overheating
• Protection against drive blockage
• EMC & ESD tested – the machine undergoes electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electrostatic discharge (ESD) testing to ensure reliable performance and safety in professional environments
Control & Usability
• Display with 4-way joystick control – press & tilt the screen to navigate (reliable even with gloves & covers)
• Artist presets as a guide for beginners
• Save up to 3 custom presets
• New full-diameter display on the back with integrated buttons
• Choose to display Volts or Hz
• Session timer to keep track of time
• Adjustable settings: display brightness, auto-shutdown, display timeout
Performance & Modes
• Faulhaber 2214 BXT brushless Motor (all metal Motor made in Germany)
• New Lining Mode (m_L) with optimized needle movement for solid lines!
• Improved Torque Modes compared to M1
• Range from m_-3 to m_+2 (as known from the M1)
• Ultra-low noise and vibration (typical ACUS)
• Perfect balance → no hand fatigue
Power & Connectivity
• Fast plug-and-play software updates
• USB-C port directly on the machine (charging & software updates)
• LED charge indicator on the machine
• External 2-Slot USB-C charger to fast-charge two batteries simultaneously
Maintenance & Durability
• Tool-free disassembly → stroke cams change twice as fast
• Smooth anodized aluminum housing, easy to clean
• Cleanable with autoclave & ultrasonic cleaner
• Built-in protection: reverse polarity, overcurrent/overheating, drive blockage
Compatibility & Flexibility
• Works with all ACUS Strokes (3 included – 14 options in total)
• Works with all ACUS Grips (Standard Aluminum, Heavy Steel, 33 & 40 mm, Disposable Grips)
• Compatible with all standard needles
• Wireless operation
• Easy to cover & left-hand friendly
Service & Origin
• Direct sales → talk to the developers directly
• Highest quality made in Berlin, Germany
Scope of delivery
- ACUS M2xtd Machine
- 33 mm Grip 2
- 40 mm Grip Plus
- 1x Stroke 3.7 mm Standard
- 1x Stroke 4.1 mm Heavy
- 1x Stroke 4.5 mm Super Heavy
- 2 Batteries
- USB-C Charger
- Travel Case
- Allen Key
- Silicon Grease
- Manual
- Sticker & Magnet
- Spare O-Rings
- 3x Anti-Roll-Ring
