FarPlay vs SESSION™ Playback
FarPlay is designed for two-way musical interaction with audio, video and recording tools. SESSION™ Playback is designed for listening to and reviewing a stereo mix.
In this guide: SESSION™ Playback. Mac sender · macOS 14.2+ · AU, VST3 and AAX. Plans and requirements.
Published by Capiscana, Inc., maker of SESSION™ products. About these comparisons.
On this page 9 sections
Price and what you are buying
| Product / plan | Price and billing | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| FarPlay Free | $0 | One-to-one sessions up to 45 minutes |
| FarPlay Standard | $5.99 a month | Interactive music sessions |
| FarPlay Standard+ | $7.99 a month | Adds multitrack recording and Broadcast Output |
| SESSION™ Playback | $9.99 a month or $59 a year | Sender subscription; free browser listeners |
These plans address two-way performance. Playback is a stereo listening and review service.
US dollars unless another currency is shown. Taxes may apply. Confirm current offers, renewal terms and requirements on the linked product pages.
The workflow difference
FarPlay documents uncompressed full-duplex audio, a latency control, multitrack recording and a broadcast output. Its website explains the tradeoff between smaller latency settings and audible glitches. Network distance, interface settings and buffering still shape the experience.
If two musicians need to perform together, evaluate that interaction on their real connections. If one person is operating the DAW while another listens and comments, assess the review workflow instead of treating a rehearsal tool as interchangeable with a listening link.
SESSION™ Playback at a glance
- Price
- $9.99 a month or $59 a year
- Requirements
- macOS 14.2 or later on Intel or Apple silicon. AU, VST3 and AAX sender plugins. A sender subscription is required; browser listeners are free.
- Input and setup
- Insert Playback Send on the stereo bus, choose the quality before starting, and share the listening link. A browser listener opens the link and presses play without creating an account or installing a plugin.
- Working with it
- Use the stream for listening and mix review, with a separate call for conversation. Playback Receive provides a native receiving route. Review the device and quality requirements before choosing the stream format.
- Before the session
- Up to five simultaneous listeners, with lower limits for the highest Studio formats. Each subscription includes 200 GB per monthly anniversary, counting delivery to each listener. Unused delivery does not roll over; streaming stops at the allowance until reset, without automatic overage charges.
Before the first session
Try the actual geography and equipment before scheduling a performance. No setting in a comparison table guarantees playable delay on every connection.
See the SESSION™ Playback workflow and product demonstration
Sources and scope
Product documentation reviewed October 17, 2026. These are comparisons of published capabilities, not independent performance tests. Prices and availability can change.
Related comparisons
Questions before choosing
Can Playback be used for synchronized online rehearsal?
Playback is not presented as a synchronized remote-performance system. Network and playback buffers add delay. FarPlay addresses the separate goal of interactive performance.
When should I choose SESSION™ Playback instead?
Choose Playback for listening to a mix. Choose FarPlay when musicians need to play together and your actual network connections support that interaction.
What does FarPlay cost compared with SESSION™ Playback?
FarPlay Free: $0. FarPlay Standard: $5.99 a month. FarPlay Standard+: $7.99 a month. These plans address two-way performance. Playback is a stereo listening and review service. SESSION™ Playback costs $9.99 a month or $59 a year.