MAONO P2 Hybrid USB Audio Interface with Dual XLR, Loopback and 56 dB Gain

With a 16.3D x 21W x 8.2H centimetre footprint, the MAONO P2 Hybrid brings dual XLR inputs and USB connectivity to a desk or mobile recording setup. It connects a computer and a phone or iPad at the same time, so you can record in a music app and send content from your mobile device without rebuilding your workflow.

Its 56 dB of mic gain, loopback and routing software features support a range of recording and streaming tasks. Direct monitoring and dedicated headphone and monitor controls help you manage what you hear while recording.

What matters most

The two XLR inputs are designed for microphone recording, and the interface also accepts guitar input. Capture audio at up to 24-bit/192 kHz, with ASIO support for lower-latency monitoring on compatible setups. A direct-monitoring path lets you hear your voice or instrument as you record, while real-time signal indicators help you keep an eye on input levels.

Loopback brings instrument, voice, backing tracks and desktop audio into one recording workflow. With MAONO’s ProStudio 2 routing features, you can route audio from sources such as FL Studio, Spotify, TikTok or a browser to dedicated channels, and use VST effects. Independent mute controls give you a quick way to mute during a recording or stream, Stream Mode sends your voice equally to both channels.

The dual USB connections are useful when your work moves between computer and mobile. Connect a computer and a phone or iPad simultaneously to record in software such as GarageBand or Logic Pro, then stream or upload from the mobile device. Supported software also includes Ableton Live, Studio One, Cubase and FL Studio, alongside OBS Studio, Twitch and Discord.

Usage tips

Set the P2 within easy reach so its controls and signal indicators are accessible while you record. The 15° tilt is designed to make those controls easier to see and reach on a desk. Use direct monitoring when you want to hear your microphone or instrument while recording, and adjust the separate headphone and monitor controls to suit your listening setup.

For a two-microphone session, connect the microphones to the dual XLR inputs. For a guitar or vocal stream, loopback can combine your performance with computer audio, while the independent mute control helps manage unwanted sound during changes. The interface works with listed Windows, macOS, iOS, Android and ChromeOS systems, check that your intended device and recording setup use a suitable connection.

Best use cases

The P2 is well suited to podcasts, voiceovers, home-studio recording, live streams and mobile music creation. A podcaster can monitor a microphone directly and use loopback to capture computer audio in the same workflow. Musicians can record guitar and vocals, then move to a phone or iPad for streaming or uploading. Its compact desk-friendly form and aluminium-alloy housing also make it a practical fit for a creator workspace that needs accessible controls.

Compared with a setup that handles microphone input and desktop audio through separate devices or routing steps, the P2 combines dual XLR inputs, loopback and software routing in one interface. Buyers commonly praise its functionality and sound, while feedback on compatibility is mixed, making the match between your device connections and recording setup worth considering.

Final verdict

Choose the MAONO P2 if you want one USB audio interface for microphone or guitar recording, computer audio capture and mobile streaming. Dual XLR inputs, 56 dB gain, loopback and simultaneous computer-and-mobile connectivity make it especially useful for creators who move between recording and publishing.