FarPlay
farplay.io
What it is
FarPlay enables people to play music together online with reduced audio delay. It transmits uncompressed, full-duplex 48kHz/16bit PCM audio and includes video, customizable layouts and screensharing. A Latency Slider lets users trade lower delay against the possibility of audio glitches. Sessions can be recorded as separate synchronized audio tracks for later import into a DAW, and Broadcast Output sends multi-channel audio to a DAW for livestream mixing. FarPlay uses peer-to-peer connections, without requiring server setup or router-port changes. It runs on Linux, macOS and Windows computers; phones and tablets are unsupported except Windows tablets with Intel processors. An internet connection that supports peer-to-peer connections is required, and Ethernet is recommended for ultra-low latency. The free plan limits sessions to two participants and 45 minutes. Paid plans start at $5.99 a month, with the first month free. Only the person starting a session needs a subscription for the session to receive subscription benefits.
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- FarPlay enables people to play music together over the internet with reduced audio delay.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
- Support
- The Free plan includes forum support, Standard includes email support, and For Teachers includes priority support.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
- Architecture
- FarPlay says it uses peer-to-peer architecture and does not require users to configure a server or open router ports.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
- Audio
- FarPlay transmits uncompressed, full-duplex 48kHz/16bit PCM audio.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
- Broadcast
- Broadcast Output sends multi-channel audio in real time to a DAW for mixing livestream performances.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
- Free limits
- Free mode allows sessions with no more than two participants and limits each session to 45 minutes.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
- Latency control
- Its Latency Slider lets users balance lower latency against possible audio glitches.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
- Maker and origin
- The About page says Dan Tepfer began the software effort in 2020, FarPlay entered public beta in October 2021, and it became a startup in January 2022.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
- Network needs
- FarPlay requires an internet connection that supports peer-to-peer connections; the site recommends Ethernet for ultra-low latency.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
- Recording
- FarPlay can record separate synchronized audio tracks for session participants for later import into a DAW.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
- Subscription sharing
- For a session to have subscription benefits, only the person initiating it needs a subscription.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
- System support
- FarPlay supports Mac, Windows, and Linux computers, and does not support phones or tablets except Windows tablets with Intel processors.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
- Use cases
- The site describes use for music lessons, remote rehearsals, online performances, podcasts, readings, and therapy.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
- Video
- FarPlay includes built-in video with customizable layouts and screensharing.Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
Plans and prices
Free Free 1-to-1 sessions up to 45 min · join multi-user sessions · forum support Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
Standard $5.99 a month First Month Free Unlimited session length · create multi-user sessions · authorize up to 3 devices · audio mix and combined video recording Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
Standard+ $7.99 a month First Month Free Everything in Standard · multi-track audio and video recording · multi-channel Broadcast Output · authorize up to 5 devices Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
For Teachers $14.99 a month First Month Free Everything in Standard+ · all session participants can record · 10 Persistent Rooms · priority support · one active session per account Read 7 Oct 2026 · farplay.io
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Transmits uncompressed 48kHz/16bit PCM audio.
- Includes video and screensharing.
- Records separate synchronized audio tracks.
- Peer-to-peer use requires no server setup.
- Paid plans include a first month free.
Limits
- Free sessions are limited to two participants.
- Free sessions are limited to 45 minutes.
- Phones and most tablets are unsupported.
- An internet connection must support peer-to-peer connections.
Who it suits
FarPlay suits musicians and others holding remote rehearsals, lessons, performances, podcasts, readings or therapy sessions. It is for people using supported computers and a peer-to-peer-capable internet connection.
Verdict
FarPlay combines low-delay audio with video and DAW-oriented recording and broadcast tools. The free plan is limited, so check the paid plan features and network requirements for the sessions you plan to run.
Where Specifiction places it
- Music Collaboration Software#6 of 288.4
