The Pimoroni pHAT BEAT is a feature-packed audio DAC and amplifier designed to bring high-quality sound to your Raspberry Pi projects. This compact pHAT provides a simple and convenient solution for improving the audio performance of your Raspberry Pi, whether you’re listening to music, playing games, or watching videos.
Featuring an integrated PCM5100A DAC, the pHAT BEAT delivers high-fidelity audio with 24-bit resolution, allowing you to experience your audio content with greater detail and clarity. The onboard amplifier provides stereo output with 3W of power per channel, ensuring sufficient volume and quality for most audio applications.
Getting started with the pHAT BEAT is a breeze. Pimoroni has pre-installed Volumio, an open-source audio playback software, making it easy to start playing your favorite music right out of the box. Additionally, the pHAT BEAT is compatible with other audio playback software options, giving you the flexibility to choose the software that suits your needs.
Installing the pHAT BEAT is simple, thanks to Pimoroni’s one-line installer. The installer automatically configures the necessary software and drivers, eliminating the need for complex setup procedures. Once installed, the pHAT BEAT seamlessly integrates with your Raspberry Pi, allowing you to enjoy improved audio quality with minimal effort.
The pHAT BEAT is designed to work with Raspberry Pi models that have a 40-pin GPIO header. Its compact form factor ensures compatibility with most Raspberry Pi cases, making it easy to integrate into your existing projects or enclosures.
Whether you’re building a portable music player, a gaming console, or a media center, the Pimoroni pHAT BEAT is the perfect audio companion for your Raspberry Pi projects, offering enhanced sound quality and ease of use.
Key Features:
- Integrated I2S DAC and amplifier for Raspberry Pi
- Stereo 3W per channel output power
- PCM5100A DAC with 24-bit audio resolution
- Pre-installed audio playback software
- Easy installation with Pimoroni’s one-line installer
- Compatible with Raspberry Pi models with 40-pin GPIO header
Specifications:
- DAC: PCM5100A
- Resolution: 24-bit
- Output Power: 3W per channel (stereo)
- Speaker Impedance: 4-8 ohms
- Amplifier Type: Class D
- Software: Volumio (pre-installed), compatible with other audio playback software
- Compatibility: Raspberry Pi models with 40-pin GPIO header
