Pimoroni Pirate Audio: Line-out HAT for Raspberry Pi

Description

The Pimoroni Pirate Audio Line-out HAT transforms your Raspberry Pi into a high-quality digital audio source, perfect for upgrading existing hi-fi amplifiers, powered monitors, or custom audio projects. Equipped with a PCM5100A DAC chip, this board delivers pristine 24-bit/192KHz audio, ensuring exceptional sound clarity whether you’re streaming from services like Spotify or playing local audio files in various formats.

Designed as part of the versatile Pirate Audio range, this HAT goes beyond simple audio output. It features a vibrant 1.3-inch IPS colour LCD with a 240x240px resolution for displaying album art or track information, alongside four tactile buttons that provide convenient playback and menu control. Its Mini HAT format and fully assembled design ensure a straightforward setup, compatible with all 40-pin header Raspberry Pi models.

For developers and makers, the board offers flexible configuration options for the DAC and buttons, allowing for deep integration into custom applications. With dedicated software support from Pimoroni, setting up your digital audio system is made simple, providing a robust platform for advanced audio projects and media centers.