{"id":963,"date":"2025-06-23T22:21:43","date_gmt":"2025-06-23T14:21:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/raspberrypi.me\/shop\/?post_type=product&#038;p=963"},"modified":"2026-04-11T06:41:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T22:41:54","slug":"nxez-hifi-dac","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/raspberrypi.me\/shop\/product\/nxez-hifi-dac\/","title":{"rendered":"HiFi DAC HAT for Raspberry Pi"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>HIFi DAC HAT integrates TI&#8217;s professional-grade audio decoding chip PCM5122 and adopts the I2S interface standard to create a complete Raspberry Pi-based hardware audio decoding system. It supports powerful playback software such as Volumio, MoodeAudio, and OSMC, making it the ideal choice for quickly building a Raspberry Pi HiFi system!<\/p>\n<p>This product is fully compatible with the Raspberry Pi 5, 4B, 3B, 3A+, 2B, and Zero series, as well as future Raspberry Pi models that comply with the same standard. For optimal usability, we recommend using it with a Raspberry Pi equipped with a Wi-Fi module.<\/p>\n<h2>Features<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Professional-Grade Audio Decoding<\/strong><br \/>\nEquipped with\u00a0<strong>TI\u2019s PCM5122 DAC chip<\/strong>, supporting\u00a0<strong>up to 32-bit\/384kHz<\/strong>\u00a0sampling rate,\u00a0<strong>112dB dynamic range<\/strong>, and\u00a0<strong>-93dB THD+N<\/strong>\u00a0for pristine audio quality.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ultra-Low Noise Power Design<\/strong><br \/>\nUtilizes\u00a0<strong>low-noise voltage regulation<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>ferrite bead isolation<\/strong>\u00a0to eliminate ground loop interference, ensuring a\u00a0<strong>hiss-free<\/strong>\u00a0listening experience.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flexible Output Options<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>3.5mm headphone jack<\/strong>\u00a0for direct headphone use.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pre-soldered RCA jack<\/strong>\u00a0for easy connection to amplifiers and speaker systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Direct I2S Interface (Not USB DAC)<\/strong><br \/>\nPlugs directly into the Raspberry Pi via\u00a0<strong>I2S bus<\/strong>, bypassing USB for\u00a0<strong>lower latency<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>higher fidelity<\/strong>\u00a0digital-to-analog conversion.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DAC Status Indicator<\/strong><br \/>\nBuilt-in LED shows real-time decoding status\u2014<strong>on when active, off when idle<\/strong>\u2014for easy monitoring.<\/li>\n<li>Modular GPIO Pin Headers\n<ul>\n<li>Supports\u00a0<strong>both long and short pin headers<\/strong>\u00a0for flexible installation.<\/li>\n<li>Allows\u00a0<strong>stacking with other HATs<\/strong>\u00a0or connecting via jumper wires for expanded functionality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Premium Components &amp; Build Quality\n<ul>\n<li>High-end imported components\u00a0ensure durability and performance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gold-plated PCB<\/strong>\u00a0with optimized trace routing for\u00a0<strong>consistent impedance<\/strong>\u00a0and minimal signal reflection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Raspberry Pi HAT Compatibility<\/strong><br \/>\nFully complies with\u00a0<strong>official Pi HAT specifications<\/strong>, ensuring seamless fit with\u00a0<strong>Raspberry Pi 5\/4B\/3B\/3A+\/2B\/Zero<\/strong>\u00a0and future models.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-972\" src=\"https:\/\/raspberrypi.me\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/nxez-hifidac-lifestyle.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/raspberrypi.me\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/nxez-hifidac-lifestyle.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/raspberrypi.me\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/nxez-hifidac-lifestyle-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/raspberrypi.me\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/nxez-hifidac-lifestyle-768x434.jpg 768w, https:\/\/raspberrypi.me\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/nxez-hifidac-lifestyle-600x339.jpg 600w, https:\/\/raspberrypi.me\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/nxez-hifidac-lifestyle-48x27.jpg 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Note: It\u2019s not include a\u00a0Raspberry Pi.<\/p>\n<h2>Resources<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shumeipai.nxez.com\/get-started-with-the-hifidac-for-volumio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get started with the HiFiDAC for Volumio<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/shumeipai.nxez.com\/get-started-with-the-hifidac-for-moodeaudio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get started with the HiFiDAC for MoodeAudio<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>HIFi DAC HAT integrates TI&#8217;s professional-grade audio decoding chip PCM5122 and adopts the I2S interface standard to create a complete Raspberry Pi-based hardware audio decoding system. 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