WM8960 Hi-Fi Sound Card HAT for Raspberry Pi Stereo CODEC Play/Record - AliExpress.io

Specifications

Brand Name

NONE, waveshare

Model Number

Waveshare, WM8960 Audio HAT

Origin

Mainland China

High-concerned chemical

None

Condition

New

Type

Drive IC, Embedded System Development Boards and Kits

Place of Origin

Guangdong, China

CODEC

WM8960

Power supply

Logic voltage

3.3V

Control interface

I2C

Audio interface

I2S

DAC signal-noise ratio

98dB

ADC signal-noise ratio

94dB

Earphone driver

40mW (16Ω@3.3V)

Speaker driver

1W per channel (8Ω BTL)

Product Description

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Overview

This is a sound card HAT designed for Raspberry Pi, low power consumption, supports stereo encoding / decoding, features Hi-Fi
playing / recording, what's more, it can directly drive speakers to play music.

Features

* Standard Raspberry Pi 40PIN GPIO extension header, supports Raspberry Pi series boards
* Integrates WM8960 low power stereo CODEC, communicates via I2S interface
* Integrates dual high-quality MEMS silicon Mic, supports left & right double channels recording, nice sound quality
* Onboard standard 3.5mm earphone jack, play music via external earphone
* Onboard dual-channel speaker interface, directly drives speakers
* Supports sound effects such as stereo, 3D surrounding, etc.
* Comes with development resources and manual (python demo code for playing / recording)

Specifications

* CODEC: WM8960
* Power supply: 5V
* Logic voltage: 3.3V
* Control interface: I2C
* Audio interface: I2S
* DAC signal-noise ratio: 98dB
* ADC signal-noise ratio: 94dB
* Earphone driver: 40mW (16Ω@3.3V)
* Speaker driver: 1W per channel (8Ω BTL)

Dimensions

Product packaging

Weight: 0.163 kg
Note: Raspberry Pi in the photos is NOT included.
1. WM8960 Audio HAT x1
2. 8Ω 5W Speaker x1
3. RPi screws pack (2pcs) x1

FAQ

Are you the manufacturer?	Yes, we are manufacturer
How long is the delivery time？	The normal delivery time is 3 - 5 working days after payment. For orders with special needs, the delivery time can be negotiated

Pros & Cons

Pros

High signal-noise ratio: 98dB DAC and 94dB ADC for superior Hi-Fi audio quality.
Powerful drivers: 40mW earphone and 1W per channel speaker output.
Easy integration with Raspberry Pi via I2C and I2S interfaces.
Compact HAT design from reputable Waveshare brand.

Cons

Requires specific 5V power and 3.3V logic, not universal.
Limited to Raspberry Pi compatibility, not standalone.
No mention of microphone input details beyond ADC specs.
Shipping from China may involve customs delays.

Common Questions

What material and components are in the WM8960 Hi-Fi Sound Card HAT?

Features WM8960 stereo CODEC with high-quality audio components; suitable for Raspberry Pi.

What are the size and power requirements for this Raspberry Pi HAT?

Power supply 5V, logic voltage 3.3V; compact HAT form factor designed for Raspberry Pi boards.

Is the WM8960 Audio HAT compatible with Raspberry Pi?

Yes, fully compatible via I2C control and I2S audio interface for Raspberry Pi.

How do you use the WM8960 for audio play and record?

Connect via I2S for stereo playback/recording; supports 98dB DAC SNR and 94dB ADC SNR.

What shipping options are available for this Waveshare product from Guangdong, China?

Origin Guangdong, China; new condition with standard international shipping.