16A Audio Interface vs PlayAUDIO2U
The PlayAUDIO2U costs about $4 more than the 16A Audio Interface and buys you XLR Male and Combo XLR/TRS. It also costs you 1 more rack unit.
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PlayAUDIO2U| Spec | 16A Audio Interface | PlayAUDIO2U |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | 2U |
| Weight | 6.4 lbs | 8.8 lbs |
| Power draw | 30W | 25W |
| Depth | 229 mm | 250 mm |
| I/O count | 11 | 8 |
| Price | ~$2,495 | ~$2,499 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
16A Audio Interface
- DB25
- Thunderbolt
- BNC
PlayAUDIO2U
- XLR Male
- Combo XLR/TRS
- MIDI 5-pin DIN
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerFree, no sign-up. Both units are in the catalog.