Ahead of the 2026 NAMM Show, iConnectivity has introduced PlayAUDIO2U, an all-in-one live performance interface that features 24 balanced XLR output configuration and four low noise microphone preamps.
The PlayAUDIO2U is the first of iConnectivity’s interfaces to feature built-in MIDI control via integrated control buttons on the front panel of the interface, allowing convenient, hands-on control.
They say that the PlayAUDIO2U interface also “improves upon iConnectivity’s famous redundancy failover protection for touring musicians, production companies, and any live event where failure is not an option.”
“With the PlayAUDIO1U, we refined the idea of a live performance interface. The PlayAUDIO2U builds on everything that made the PlayAUDIO name an industry standard, serving up a comprehensive solution that will scale with you,” says Al Joelson, VP of Sales and Marketing. “This interface is designed to give users a powerhouse set of tools for their live performance, with the ease of use and reliability that has made iConnectivity the go-to brand in professional performance interfaces.”
Features:
- 2x USB C type ports for connecting computing devices
- 24 Balanced panel reinforced XLR outputs
- 4 XLR / ¼” TRS combo analog inputs
- 4 pristine ultra-low noise microphone preamps with 48V phantom power
- Integrated +48v phantom power resistance on outputs
- 1x 1/4” TRS stereo headphone output with dedicated control for convenient headphone monitoring
- 4x USB MIDI host ports, offering USB MIDI connectivity for Class Compliant controllers and/or modules
- DIN-MIDI ports built-in (2 in 2 out)
- Dual Ethernet MIDI jacks with a total of 22 ports of connectivity for rugged long-distance MIDI connections
- Automatic and manual computer switching modes, for lightning-fast switching between connected computers
- “MIDI learn” from external MIDI devices to control key functions on the interface
- 4x user assignable buttons can be mapped to MIDI functions, control numerous functions on the interface and/or send control messages to compatible devices
- 2x 2 button “Control” footswitch jacks that 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 – Studio sound quality for the live arena – up to 24-bit/96kHz AD/DA conversion
- 2U ready-to-tour rack-mountable chassis
- 100-240v switching power built-in with Industry-Standard IEC Power Connection
Pricing and Availability:
The PlayAUDIO2U has an estimated street price $2499.99, and is available for order now.
$2.5K *_*
A bit off topic, but it almost feels like a trend. There’s these new products coming out like this, and the sequencer from Stylophone, which make a product demonstration video, but it seems like there’s no budget left for that. They’re filmed with obscure and probably outdated cameras, the videos are obviously noisy, Stylophone video was even AI enchanced, meaning you couldn’t read what’s written on the unit. Weird times, but it’s hard to trust a company that puts out little effort.
I have a iConnectMIDI4+ that was released from them in 2016 which still works excellent with my M1 MBP and standalone. The amount of midi routing/rerouting, filtering, and configuration capabilities are kind of overwhelming on it. Handles MIDI DIN and USB MIDI with a hub just fine (which will accept up to 8 USB MIDI devices). Haven’t tried the RTP MIDI yet though.
I wish they would release a Dante version of the smaller PlayAUDIO1U. We don’t need 24 analog channels or the inputs, but a sleek 16 channel Dante unit would be brilliant for shows where we have digital FOH.
These boxes are absolutely unbeatable if you’re running Ableton with a pair of redundant Macs.