iConnectivity PlayAUDIO2U

For aficionados of outputs

PlayAUDIO2U has a whopping 24 XLR outputs!

PlayAUDIO2U is ready for your performance. Plug it directly into your snake, loom, or stage box and go.

Also, the XLR jacks are reinforced by the chassis, making them stand up better to withstand the rigors of the road.

It's the perfect combination: top studio quality clarity, packaged for touring.

The PlayAUDIO2U Display - Your Live Performance Command Center

Like a trusted assistant, the PlayAUDIO2U's advanced display delivers real-time insights into your setup.

Monitor MIDI activity, audio levels, and system status at a glance, with instant warnings for computer failures or other issues, keeping you in complete control of your performance.

With the PlayAUDIO2U's intuitive display, setting up your rig and troubleshooting problems is faster and easier than ever.

iConnectivity PlayAUDIO2U Review and Walkthrough!

PlayAUDIO2U is a MIDI miracle worker

iConnectivity has been the leader in MIDI connectivity for years. The PlayAUDIO2U brings that expertise to your live performances.

This beast of a MIDI interface and controller provides a staggering multitude of MIDI connectivity to connect performers and operators, allowing you to manage MIDI everywhere throughout your stage and venue.

The PlayAUDIO2U acts as your central MIDI hub and control center, connecting devices via its integrated 5-pin MIDI DIN, USB host ports, computers, and dual RTP Ethernet ports for venue-wide networking.

Its programmable control ports and 4 assignable front-panel buttons let you even directly assign MIDI commands directly from the interface to control the show!

This comprehensive interface simplifies even the most intricate MIDI workflows and enriches them effortlessly with reliability.

With PlayAUDIO2U, you tailor what MIDI goes where and when.

For instance, iConnectivity's powerful MIDI processing lets you easily send MIDI to connected computing devices while only sending one set of program changes to connected peripherals, send all notes off if computer failure occurs to avoid stuck notes, filter out extraneous CCs, and much more.

It's a MIDI beast. iConnectivity's famous flexibility is built-in.

Uncompromising Protection for Your Performance

Engineered for the demands of touring, the PlayAUDIO2U ensures every detail is crafted to keep your show flawless.

• Seamless Redundancy: The PlayAUDIO2U safeguards your performance with iConnectivity’s renowned multi-computer redundancy, actively monitoring audio signals or MIDI and instantly switching computers if issues arise—faster than anyone can hear.


• Advanced Audio Protection: Beyond detecting software glitches, it vigilantly monitors audio streams, automatically switching to a Safe Mode, muting outputs at the first sign of any potential trouble, and displaying diagnostics to prevent unwanted noise or glitches from reaching your PA system or monitors.

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Key features

• 2 x USB-C type ports for connecting computing devices
• Automatic and manual computer switching modes, for lightning-fast switching between connected computers
• 4 x user assignable buttons can be mapped to MIDI functions, control numerous functions on the interface and/or send control messages to compatible devices
• 2 x 2 button “Control” footswitch jacks can be mapped to MIDI functions, control over numerous functions on the interface and/or sending control messages to compatible devices
• Audio Protection helps stop unwanted noise from corrupt audio sources/files from making it into the audience
• Auracle software enables you to tailor the PlayAUDIO2U's settings to your exact needs
• High-resolution audio – up to 24-bit/96kHz AD/DA conversion
• “MIDI learn” from external MIDI devices to control key functions on the interface
• Large OLED screen for instantaneous status information and precise control
• 2U ready-to-tour rack-mountable chassis
• 24 Balanced panel reinforced XLR outputs
• 4 XLR / ¼” TRS combo analogue inputs
• 4 pristine ultra-low noise microphone preamps with 48V phantom power
• Integrated +48v phantom power resistance on outputs protects your interface from accidental damage
• 1 x 1/4” TRS stereo headphone output with dedicated control
• 4 x USB MIDI host ports for Class Compliant controllers/modules
• DIN-MIDI ports built-in (2 in, 2 out)
• Dual Ethernet MIDI jacks with a total of 22 ports of connectivity
• Comprehensive audio mixing and routing between USB devices and analogue outputs
• Front-panel buttons and rotary encoders for software-less control
• 100–240v switching power with IEC power connection

The features of PlayAUDIO2U are patented and patent pending. See www.iConnectivity.com/patents for more information.

Product features are subject to change. iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iConnectivity, iConnectMIDI, PlayAUDIO, iConnectAUDIO, ConnectAUDIO, and Audio passThru are trademarks of iKingdom Corp. Copyright (c) iKingdom Corp. 2025

What's in the box?

• 1 x PlayAUDIO2U Audio + MIDI interface
• 2 x USB-C to USB-C cables
• 1 x Each - Type B, G, and F type IEC power cables. (type I is included in Australia)

Device Specifications

Width

• 482 mm / 18.98”

Height

• 87 mm / 3.43”

Depth

• 200 mm / 7.87”

Weight

• 3.8 kg / 8lbs 6oz

(PlayAUDIO2U is 2RU and fits in standard 19" racks.)

Bundled software & sounds

Big Fish Audio is a developer and distributor of premium virtual instruments, samples, and loop content.

iConnectivity is proud to include a special sampler of Big Fish Audio samples and loops that's perfect to jumpstart or augment your production when you register your iConnectivity audio interface.

 

Ableton Live Lite is a fantastic music creation software and also live performance tool.

Ableton Live Lite is available upon registration of your PlayAUDIO2U.