20 Best I2s Dac Amplifier [2024]

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1 AITRIP 3 PCS MAX98357 Audio Power Amplifier Module I2S Class D Filterless Audio Amplifiers Board for... AITRIP 3 PCS MAX98357 Audio Power Amplifier Module I2S Class D Filterless Audio Amplifiers Board...
2 Teyleten Robot Max98357 I2S 3W Class D Amplifier Breakout Interface Dac Decoder Module Filterless... Teyleten Robot Max98357 I2S 3W Class D Amplifier Breakout Interface Dac Decoder Module Filterless...
3 MakerHawk MAX98357 I2S Audio Amplifier Module,Audio Amplifiers Filterless Class D Amplifier,Supports... MakerHawk MAX98357 I2S Audio Amplifier Module,Audio Amplifiers Filterless Class D...
4 Comimark 1Pcs Max98357 I2S 3W Class D Amplifier Breakout Interface Dac Decoder Module Fi V8E3 Comimark 1Pcs Max98357 I2S 3W Class D Amplifier Breakout Interface Dac Decoder Module Fi V8E3
5 Geekworm Raspberry Pi 4B/3B+/3B Full-HD DAC I2S Class-D TI PCM5122 Amplifier, X400 V3.0 Audio... Geekworm Raspberry Pi 4B/3B+/3B Full-HD DAC I2S Class-D TI PCM5122 Amplifier, X400 V3.0 Audio...
6 MAX98357 I2S Class D Mono Amplifier Module MAX98357 I2S Class D Mono Amplifier Module
7 SMSL DO200 MQA DAC XU216 ES9068AS OPA1612 Balanced Decoder Bluetooth5.0/USB OPT/Coaxial/I2S/AES/EBU... SMSL DO200 MQA DAC XU216 ES9068AS OPA1612 Balanced Decoder Bluetooth5.0/USB...
8 USB DAC,Khadas Tone 2 Pro | Desktop Digital Analog Converter -Headphone Amplifier with... USB DAC,Khadas Tone 2 Pro | Desktop Digital Analog Converter -Headphone Amplifier with...
9 DAOKI 2PCS MAX98357 Audio Power Amplifier Module I2S Class D Filterless Audio Amplifiers Board for... DAOKI 2PCS MAX98357 Audio Power Amplifier Module I2S Class D Filterless Audio Amplifiers Board...
10 HiLetgo PCM5102 I2S IIS High Quality Lossless Digital Audio DAC Decoder Module Stereo DAC... HiLetgo PCM5102 I2S IIS High Quality Lossless Digital Audio DAC Decoder Module Stereo DAC...
11 EPOS | Sennheiser GSX 1000 Gaming Audio Amplifier / External Sound Card, with 7.1 Surround Sound,... EPOS | Sennheiser GSX 1000 Gaming Audio Amplifier / External Sound Card, with 7.1 Surround Sound,...
12 AITRIP 5PCS MAX98357 I2S Audio Amplifier Module,Audio Amplifiers Filterless Class D Amplifier,for... AITRIP 5PCS MAX98357 I2S Audio Amplifier Module,Audio Amplifiers Filterless Class D Amplifier,for...
13 Teyleten Robot PCM5102 PCM5102A AUX Stereo Digital Audio DAC Decoder Board Module Voice Module... Teyleten Robot PCM5102 PCM5102A AUX Stereo Digital Audio DAC Decoder Board Module Voice Module...
14 DWEII 4PCS MAX98357 I2S Audio Amplifier Module,Audio Amplifiers Filterless Class D Amplifier, for... DWEII 4PCS MAX98357 I2S Audio Amplifier Module,Audio Amplifiers Filterless Class D Amplifier, for...
15 ciciglow Digital Audio Card, I2S Interface PiFi DIGI DAC + HiFi DIGI Digital Audio Card Insulated... ciciglow Digital Audio Card, I2S Interface PiFi DIGI DAC + HiFi DIGI Digital Audio Card Insulated...
16 AITIAO 4Pcs MAX98357 I2S Audio Amplifier Module Audio Amplifiers Filterless Class D Amplifier for... AITIAO 4Pcs MAX98357 I2S Audio Amplifier Module Audio Amplifiers Filterless Class D Amplifier for...
17 HiFi DAC+Sound Card Pifi DAC + PCM5122 DAC I2S Interface Analogue Output Signal Digital Audio Card... HiFi DAC+Sound Card Pifi DAC + PCM5122 DAC I2S Interface Analogue Output Signal Digital Audio...
18 SparkFun (PID 14809 I2S Audio Breakout - MAX98357A SparkFun (PID 14809 I2S Audio Breakout - MAX98357A
19 Douk Audio U2 PRO XMOS XU208 Digital Interface, USB to TOSLINK Coaxial/Optical/HDMI IIS Audio... Douk Audio U2 PRO XMOS XU208 Digital Interface, USB to TOSLINK Coaxial/Optical/HDMI IIS Audio...
20 2 Pieces Audio Amplifier Board Pam8406 Mini Amplifier Board Dc 5v, 5w+5w Amplifier Module, Digital... 2 Pieces Audio Amplifier Board Pam8406 Mini Amplifier Board Dc 5v, 5w+5w Amplifier Module,...
SaleBestseller No. 1
AITRIP 3 PCS MAX98357 Audio Power Amplifier Module I2S Class D Filterless Audio Amplifiers Board for...
  • The MAX98357 Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) plug-and-play speaker amplifiers take advantage of the flexibility of Maxim's pinout. 35 different clocks and...
  • This DAC was a cheap and brilliant way to improve the audio quality of your esp32 project. It turned awful sound quality with horrible background...
  • CHIP:MAX98357
  • the device uses a high noise immunity digital input with high jitter tolerance. It also provides excellent electromagnetic interference suppression,...
  • Suitable for microcontrollers or development board systems with I2S audio output such as Compatible with Arduino Raspberry Pi, ESP32
Bestseller No. 2
Teyleten Robot Max98357 I2S 3W Class D Amplifier Breakout Interface Dac Decoder Module Filterless...
  • 1: Output power: 3.2W at 4Ω, THD is 10%; 8Ω is 1.8W, THD is 10%
  • 2: 12S sampling rate: 8Khz~96Khz
  • 3: Class D amplifier with optional gain: 3dB/6dB/9dB/12dB/15dB
  • 4: No master clock (MCLK) required
  • 5: Plug and Play: 35 different clocks and 128 digital audio formats can be automatically configured with only a single power supply
SaleBestseller No. 3
MakerHawk MAX98357 I2S Audio Amplifier Module,Audio Amplifiers Filterless Class D Amplifier,Supports...
  • Maxim announces the MAX98357 digital input Class D audio power amplifiers, enabling designers to implement compact, efficient plug-and-play solutions...
  • In addition to its small form factor, the device is capable of achieving a 3.2W Class AB amplifier with Class D amplifier efficiency, resulting in...
  • The MAX98357 Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) plug-and-play speaker amplifiers take advantage of the flexibility of Maxim's pinout. 35 different clocks and...
  • For superior sound quality, the device uses a high noise immunity digital input with high jitter tolerance. It also provides excellent electromagnetic...
  • Suitable for microcontrollers or development board systems with I2S audio output such as Raspberry Pi, Arduino and ESP32.
Bestseller No. 4
Comimark 1Pcs Max98357 I2S 3W Class D Amplifier Breakout Interface Dac Decoder Module Fi V8E3
  • This DAC was a cheap and brilliant way to improve the audio quality of your esp32 project. It turned awful sound quality with horrible background...
  • Compatible Audio and Video Equipment Style:Player,Earphones and Headphones,Speakers,Professional Audio Equipment,Amplifier,Digital-to-Analog Converter...
  • CHIP:MAX98357
  • Package Contents: 1 * I2S 3W Class D Amplifier(If the number of products received is incorrect, please contact us . we will refund or give you a...
  • We highly appreciate all customers opinions to improve the selling, also if anything you unsatisfied, please contact us for probable best solution.
Bestseller No. 5
Geekworm Raspberry Pi 4B/3B+/3B Full-HD DAC I2S Class-D TI PCM5122 Amplifier, X400 V3.0 Audio...
  • Onboard RCA connectors, 3.5mm stereo headphone jack, speaker & power screw terminals, and gold-plated high-current DC power jack;
  • Wide range voltage 6V-26V input, it provides up to 60W power. Power supply request: 6-26Vdc,( >=3A is recommend)
  • With manual volume adjustment switch; User manual refer to Geekworm WiKi search X400_V3.0.
  • Built in High quality Class-D stereo audio amplifier (TI TPA3118D2) & audio headphone amplifier (TI TPA6133A);
  • Matching Metal Case for X400 V3.0 and PI 4B refer to ASIN: B07ZRNNB29. (Case out of stock)
Bestseller No. 6
MAX98357 I2S Class D Mono Amplifier Module
  • MAX98357 I2S Class D Amplifier takes standard I2S digital audio input, not only decodes it into analog, but also amplifies it directly into a speaker....
  • I2S in a digital sound protocol that is used on circuit boards to pass audio data around. Many high end chips and processors manage all of the audio...
  • Inside the miniature chip is a class D controller, able to run from 2.7V-5.5VDC. Perfect for portable and battery-powered projects. It has built in...
  • The audio input is I2S standard, you can use 3.3V or 5V logic data. The outputs are "Bridge Tied" - that means they connect directly to the outputs,...
  • There's a Gain pin that can be manipulated to change the gain. By default, the amp will give you 9dB of gain. By connecting a pullup or pull down...
SaleBestseller No. 7
SMSL DO200 MQA DAC XU216 ES9068AS OPA1612 Balanced Decoder Bluetooth5.0/USB OPT/Coaxial/I2S/AES/EBU...
  • SMSL DO200 MQA FULL DECODING: USB/OPT/Coaxial/AES inputs support MQA decoding function, and support MQA-CD. All input ports support DSD (Except BT),...
  • HIGH QUALITY CHIPSET: 2 x advanced ES9068AS D/A chips, THD + N as low as122dB. 5 x High-end dual op amp OPA1612A and a large number of audio...
  • BLUTOOTH5.0 DAC: Qualcomm's latest Bluetooth chip supports LDAC 24bit/96khz, APTX/HD, SBC, AAC. Wireless Bluetooth connection is more convenient. SMSL...
  • LOW NOISE POWER SUPPLY: Discrete component linear power supplies and multiple low-noise power supplies specially designed for analog circuits, while...
  • FULL-FUNCTION REMOTE CONTROL: Full-view color IPS display with dimmer function. Equipped with full-function remote control. High-quality gold-plated...
Bestseller No. 8
USB DAC,Khadas Tone 2 Pro | Desktop Digital Analog Converter -Headphone Amplifier with...
  • Amaze Listening Experience:Khadas tone2 pro come with MQA decoding support The onboard XMOS XU216 processor enables bit-perfect, hardware-native, USB...
  • Powerful Amplifier:Portable DAC with ESS ES9038Q2M DAC has been paired with four powerful OPA1612 operational amplifiers, and three buffer amplifiers....
  • Power-Noise Isolation.: Balanced headphone amp includes a 4.4 mm balanced headphone jack in addition to the standard 3.5 mm single-end jack. The Tone2...
  • Compact Design: khadas dac amplifier has a bespoke design that is unique to the DAC world. Its slim aluminum enclosure accommodates many features. The...
  • High Performance :Khadas tone2 pro up to 32bit 768KHz sample rate, Coaxial Input192KHz 24bit,bit-perfect DSD512, and -118dB THD+N,3 Stage...
Bestseller No. 9
DAOKI 2PCS MAX98357 Audio Power Amplifier Module I2S Class D Filterless Audio Amplifiers Board for...
  • Output power: 3.2W at 4Ω and 10% THD 1.8W at 8Ω and 10% THD;I2S sampling rate: 8kHz-96kHz
  • Class D gain optional:3db/6db/9db2db/15dB; 35 different clocks and 128 digital audio formats can be automatically configured with a single power...
  • For superior sound quality, the device uses a high noise immunity digital input with high jitter tolerance. It also provides excellent electromagnetic...
  • Widely used for Arduino, Raspberry Pi and ESP32.
  • Package Content:2 x MAX98357 Audio Power Amplifier Module, 1 x 11.8" Female-Male Dupont Cables 20 PIN
Bestseller No. 10
HiLetgo PCM5102 I2S IIS High Quality Lossless Digital Audio DAC Decoder Module Stereo DAC...
  • 1.The DAC Module provides a super affordable high-quality DAC for the Raspberry Pi.
  • 2.Since it's digital audio, it sounds really good, much better than the onboard analog audio.
  • 3.The stereo jack comes soldered onto the board already.
  • 4.Uses the PCM5102A DAC to work with the Raspberry Pi I2S interface
  • 5.Since it's digital audio, it sounds really good, much better than the onboard analog audio. The stereo jack comes soldered onto the board already.
Bestseller No. 11
EPOS | Sennheiser GSX 1000 Gaming Audio Amplifier / External Sound Card, with 7.1 Surround Sound,...
  • SURROUND SOUND REBORN - Binaural rendering engine with EPOS-engineered 7.1 Surround Sound delivers the ultimate spatial awareness and positional...
  • EXCEPTIONAL CONTROL - Enjoy precision control of your game audio with a dedicated DAC chip and EQ presets for story, music, and eSports.
  • ADJUSTABLE SIDETONE - Hear your own voice in real time at a level you set.
  • EASE OF USE - Switch between headset and speaker sound without tabbing or unplugging cables.
  • BUILT FOR COMPETITIVE GAMING - Aluminum volume wheel and high-quality materials are designed to last.
Bestseller No. 12
AITRIP 5PCS MAX98357 I2S Audio Amplifier Module,Audio Amplifiers Filterless Class D Amplifier,for...
  • The MAX98357 Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) plug-and-play speaker amplifiers take advantage of the flexibility of Maxim's pinout. 35 different clocks and...
  • Output power: 3.2W at 4Ω and 10% THD 1.8W at 8Ω and 10% THD;I2S sampling rate: 8kHz-96kHz
  • Suitable for microcontrollers or development board systems with I2S audio output such as Compatible with Arduino Raspberry Pi, ESP32
  • the device uses a high noise immunity digital input with high jitter tolerance. It also provides excellent electromagnetic interference suppression,...
  • This DAC was a cheap and brilliant way to improve the audio quality of your esp32 project. It turned awful sound quality with horrible background...
Bestseller No. 13
Teyleten Robot PCM5102 PCM5102A AUX Stereo Digital Audio DAC Decoder Board Module Voice Module...
  • The DAC Module provides a super affordable high-quality DAC for the Raspberry Pi.Since it's digital audio, it sounds really good, much better than the...
  • Line out stereo jack;pHAT format board;Uses the PCM5102A DAC to work with the Raspberry Pi I2S interface
Bestseller No. 14
DWEII 4PCS MAX98357 I2S Audio Amplifier Module,Audio Amplifiers Filterless Class D Amplifier, for...
  • ❃❃4PCS No welding Max98357 3w Class D Amplifier Breakout Interface I2s Dac Decoder Module Filterless Audio Board For Raspberry Pi Esp32
  • ❃❃Widely used for Arduino, Raspberry Pi and ESP32.
  • ❃❃Maxim announces the MAX98357 digital input Class D audio power amplifiers, enabling designers to implement compact, efficient plug-and-play...
  • ❃❃The MAX98357 Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) plug-and-play speaker amplifiers take advantage of the flexibility of Maxim's pinout. 35 different...
  • ❃❃For superior sound quality, the device uses a high noise immunity digital input with high jitter tolerance. It also provides excellent...
Bestseller No. 15
ciciglow Digital Audio Card, I2S Interface PiFi DIGI DAC + HiFi DIGI Digital Audio Card Insulated...
  • ★★★【High Performance】 Pifi DAC + PCM5122 DAC, I2S interface, analogue output signal, Compatible with for Raspberry Pi B + a + 2B Raspberry...
  • ★★★【Compatible with】Perfect compatibility raspberry pie official PI HAT size, gold plating process of tall based on circuit board, arc wire...
  • ★★★【Features】Gold-plated RCV Double Clamp and gold-plated 3.5 mm jack socket (Recommended via Amplifier).Provided with an infrared receiver...
  • ★★★【Insulated Power Supply Design】The insulated power supply design, make the raspberry pie nutrition and DAC part of the independent power...
  • ★★★【 DAC 】Increase for double color LED provides state display, red for DAC power indicator (power normal bright), the green light for the...
Bestseller No. 16
AITIAO 4Pcs MAX98357 I2S Audio Amplifier Module Audio Amplifiers Filterless Class D Amplifier for...
  • The MAX98357 I2S audio amplifier module suitable for microcontrollers or development board systems with I2S audio output, Widely used for Raspberry Pi...
  • For superior sound quality, the device uses a high noise immunity digital input with high jitter tolerance. It also provides excellent electromagnetic...
  • The MAX98357 Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) plug-and-play speaker amplifiers take advantage of the flexibility of Maxim's pinout
  • Plug and Play: 35 different clocks and 128 digital audio formats can be automatically configured with a single power supply
  • This DAC was a cheap and brilliant way to improve the audio quality of your esp32 project. It turned awful sound quality with horrible background...
Bestseller No. 17
HiFi DAC+Sound Card Pifi DAC + PCM5122 DAC I2S Interface Analogue Output Signal Digital Audio Card...
  • Good performance: PCM5122 integrates a negative charge pump, and the output does not require a DC blocking capacitor; 2.1 Vrms grounded center output;...
  • Ensure the continuity of signal impedance: Sound card Pifi DAC's gold-plated RCV double clip and gold-plated 3.5 mm jack socket (recommended by...
  • Pifi DAC + PCM5122 DAC: Pifi DAC + PCM5122 DAC, I2S interface, analog output signal, compatible with Raspberry Pi B + a + 2B Raspberry Pi 3B (64 bit)....
  • Get rid of the current sound: The RPI+DAC HiFi kit uses an insulated power supply design to isolate the Raspberry Pi nutrition from the DAC part of...
  • Provide status display: Stereo audio DAC PCM5122 adds a two-color LED to provide status display, red is DAC power indicator (power is normally on),...
SaleBestseller No. 18
SparkFun (PID 14809 I2S Audio Breakout - MAX98357A
  • MAX98357A
  • Supply Voltage Range: 2.5V - 5.5V. Output Power: 3.2W into 4Ω at 5V.
  • Output Channel Selection: Left, Right, or Left/2 + Right/2 (Default). Sample Rate: 8kHz - 96kHz. Sample Resolution: 16/32 bit.
  • Quiescent Current: 2.4mA. Filterless Class D Outputs No MCLK Required
  • Click and Pop Reduction Short-Circuit and Thermal Protection.
Bestseller No. 19
Douk Audio U2 PRO XMOS XU208 Digital Interface, USB to TOSLINK Coaxial/Optical/HDMI IIS Audio...
  • With USB (type-B) input and TOSLINK optical / coaxial /HDMI 12S output(can output at the same time), can work well with DAC, preamp, amplifier or...
  • Output interface with DSD ON function can match the decoder that needs DSD ON signal to decode DSD songs, supporting 44.1K-384KHz/16-32 Bit sampling...
  • High-quality components are used to ensure better performance, such as ultra-low noise LDO regulated power supply, LVDS differential chip, gold-plated...
  • USB interface can be used as signal input and power input at the same time, and with external DC 5V input (with priority) that can be powered by phone...
  • Mini size with exquisite design, with PCM and DSD indicator easy to show the output format, black aluminum alloy cases look more cool and fashionable,...
SaleBestseller No. 20
2 Pieces Audio Amplifier Board Pam8406 Mini Amplifier Board Dc 5v, 5w+5w Amplifier Module, Digital...
  • PAM8406 amplify module: working voltage: DC 5V; Output power: 5W (2Ω 5V)/3W (4Ω 5V)/1.8W (8Ω 5V); Input method: audio monaural input
  • Characteristics: audio amplifier board has an efficiency of over 90%, which will extend the battery life and can be applied to portable applications;...
  • Reliable quality: PAM8406 amplifier module is made of noble black immersion gold circuit board, compatible with KEMET audio capacitor, filter...
  • Applications: digital power amplifier board is widely applicable to LCD TVs, Mutimedia speakers, AM/FM system and DABs
  • Package contents: you will get 2 pieces of audio amplifier boards, sufficient quantity to meet your various demands

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FAQ:

Q: What is the best I2S DAC for Raspberry Pi?

A: You can wait for Allo Katana, if price and space (3 boards on raspberry pi) is acceptable for you. This is probably best I2S DAC for raspberry pi. I own Audiophonics 9038q2m, I think it’s very good DAC. It has one of the best chips ES9098q2m output stage is from operation amplifiers whitch are powered ± DC good LDO for cleaning power

Q: How much power does an I2S to DAC converter use?

A: Usually, for audio devices, there’s a DAC chip that will take I2S in and convert it to analog that can drive a headphone. This small mono amplifier is surprisingly powerful – able to deliver 3.2 Watts of power into a 4 ohm impedance speaker (5V power @ 10% THD). Inside the miniature chip is a class D controller, able to run from 2.7V-5.5VDC.

Q: Should I buy Allo katana or wait for I2S DAC?

A: You can wait for Allo Katana, if price and space (3 boards on raspberry pi) is acceptable for you. This is probably best I2S DAC for raspberry pi. I own Audiophonics 9038q2m, I think it’s very good DAC. It has

Q: What is the I2S amplifier and how does it work?

A: It takes standard I2S digital audio input and, not only decodes it into analog, but also amplifies it directly into a speaker. Perfect for adding compact amplified sound, it takes 2 breakouts (I2S DAC + Amp) and combines them into one.