PlayAUDIO12 vs PlayAUDIO1U
The PlayAUDIO1U costs about $801 more than the PlayAUDIO12 and buys you 5 more I/O, plus XLR Male and USB-C.
iConnectivity
PlayAUDIO12iConnectivity
PlayAUDIO1U| Spec | PlayAUDIO12 | PlayAUDIO1U |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | 1U |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs | 8.7 lbs |
| Power draw | 8W | 10W |
| Depth | 140 mm | 200 mm |
| I/O count | 17 | 22 |
| Price | ~$399 | ~$1,200 |
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
PlayAUDIO12
- USB-B
- TRS 1/8"
- DC Barrel
PlayAUDIO1U
- XLR Male
- USB-C
- MIDI 5-pin DIN
- IEC C14
- RJ45 (Ethernet)
- USB-A
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.