Waveshare WM8960 Hi-Fi Audio HAT for Raspberry Pi | Stereo Sound Card

Unlock Premium Audio for Your Raspberry Pi Projects The standard Raspberry Pi is an incredible piece of hardware, but its native audio capabilities often leave makers wanting more. If you're relying on low-quality USB adapters or struggling with complex wiring for sound, your project is being held back. The Waveshare WM8960 Hi-Fi Audio HAT is the elegant, plug-and-play solution you need. Designed to mount directly onto any standard 40-pin Raspberry Pi motherboard, it bridges the gap between raw computing power and audiophile-grade sound. Zero-Loss Audio via I2S Interface Stop settling for static and latency. By utilizing the I2S (Inter-IC Sound) interface, this HAT communicates directly with your Pi's processor. This bypasses the standard audio limitations, delivering uncompressed, high-definition stereo sound that brings your multimedia projects to life. Record and Play with One Board Why buy a separate microphone and DAC? This HAT integrates dual high-quality MEMS silicon microphones, giving you precise, left-and-right channel recording capabilities out of the box. It’s the perfect foundation for voice recognition software, smart home assistants, or interactive STEM robotics. Drive Speakers Directly Cut the cord on external amplifiers. With the onboard dual-channel speaker interface, you can directly drive two 8Ω (1W) speakers. For personal listening, simply plug into the standard 3.5mm earphone jack. We know that development time is precious. That's why this module comes backed with comprehensive Waveshare development resources, including ready-to-use Python demo code for immediate playback and recording.