pHAT BEAT

pHAT BEAT is an all-in-one stereo audio solution for Raspberry Pi, combining dual 3W amplifiers, 16 RGB LEDs for VU meter visualisations, and physical playback controls. Perfect for building portable speakers, internet radios, or audio-reactive projects.

Featuring dual MAX98357A I2S DAC/amplifiers and push-fit speaker terminals, it delivers high-quality digital audio with no soldering required for speaker connections.

Key Features

• Stereo I2S Amplifiers – Dual MAX98357A DACs, 3W per channel
• 16 RGB LEDs – APA102 pixels for VU meters and visualisations
• 6 Control Buttons – Play/pause, volume, forward/back controls
• Push-Fit Speaker Terminals – No soldering for speaker wires
• Mono/Stereo Switch – DIP switch for audio configuration
• pHAT Form Factor – Compact size for Pi Zero projects

Specifications

• Audio – Dual I2S DAC/amplifiers (MAX98357A)
• Output Power – 3W per channel
• LEDs – 16× APA102 RGB (2 rows of 8)
• Buttons – 6× edge-mounted tactile switches
• Dimensions – 65 × 30 × 7.5mm

Compatibility

• Raspberry Pi 3B+, 3, 2, B+, A+
• Raspberry Pi Zero and Zero W

Ideal For

• Portable Bluetooth speakers
• Internet radio projects (Pirate Radio)
• VU meter visualisations
• Audio-reactive lighting
• Music players with physical controls

Package Contents

• 1× pHAT BEAT board

Resources

• Pirate Radio Assembly Guide
• pHAT BEAT Python Library