Pimoroni have just announced, via their Bilge Tank videocast, the launch of the Speaker pHAT board. The Zero-form-factor board comes as a kit that requires soldering and has the following features:
- I2S audio DAC with 3W mono amplifier (MAX98357A)
- Default output of 0.45W/26.5dB
- 8Ω 2W Mylar speaker
- Routed holes to channel sound
- 10 bright white LEDs
- SN3218 LED driver chip
- Compatible with Raspberry Pi 3, 2, B+, A+, and Zero
That means that you can just plug this in and play audio, albeit mono, very simply. While it’s not good enough for a full hi-fi system such as the IQaudIO boards or JustBoom selection, it is very useful for if you want a bit of sound on your project. The board sells for £12 and is available from the Pimoroni website.