Waveshare USB Sound Card External Audio Converter Module With Stereo Codec Built In Microphone And Speaker Header For Raspberry Pi And Jetson Nano
Why you'll like it
- Plug and Play Convenience — Driver-free installation ensures instant compatibility with multiple operating systems including Linux, Windows, macOS, and Android
- Comprehensive Audio I/O — Onboard MEMS microphone handles voice recording while the PH2.0 speaker header allows easy attachment of external stereo speakers
- Versatile Sampling Support — Accommodates multiple digital audio sampling rates ranging from 8 Kilohertz up to a default 48 Kilohertz for rich audio fidelity
- Compact Project Integration — Designed with a portable footprint and status power indicators to fit perfectly into small-scale robotics and single-board computer enclosures
Product details
Description
The Waveshare USB Sound Card is a compact, high-performance external audio module designed specifically for single-board computers like the Raspberry Pi and Jetson Nano. Featuring the advanced SSS1629A5 encoder and decoder chip along with an APA2068KAI-TRG speaker driver, this plug-and-play converter delivers high-quality stereo playback and recording capabilities without requiring custom kernel modules or driver installations.
Ideal for developers, makers, and electronics hobbyists in India building smart voice assistants, robotics projects, or interactive media centers, it provides a seamless two-in-one audio input and output solution. The board includes an onboard MEMS microphone for reliable voice recording and a dedicated PH2.0 speaker header capable of driving dual stereo speakers at 2.6 watts per channel.
With broad multi-platform compatibility across Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android, this authentic imported converter simplifies audio engineering setups for creators looking to add sound functionalities to their developmental hardware effortlessly.
How to use
- Connect the Waveshare USB Sound Card directly to an available USB port on your Raspberry Pi or Jetson Nano development board.
- Attach compatible external stereo speakers to the onboard PH2.0 speaker header.
- On your operating system desktop, right-click the volume or sound icon on the taskbar and designate the USB Plug and Play Audio Device as your default hardware for both recording and playback.
- Adjust your speaker output levels or microphone input sensitivity using your system software slider controls or via command-line utilities like AlsaMixer.
Ingredients
Fibreglass printed circuit board, copper traces, lead-free solder, integrated circuit chips, MEMS microphone module, PH2.0 speaker connector header, standard male USB Type-A 2.0 interface connector.
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Specifications
| Brand | waveshare |
|---|---|
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
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FAQs
How do you configure this sound card for a Raspberry Pi project?
Configuration is simple because the module is completely driver-free. You just need to plug it into a standard USB port on your Raspberry Pi and select the USB Plug and Play Audio Device as the default input and output source in your system sound settings or via command-line tools like AlsaMixer.
What sampling rates are supported by this external audio converter?
This audio module supports multiple stereo sampling rates to accommodate diverse project needs. It fully supports 8 Kilohertz, 11.025 Kilohertz, 12 Kilohertz, 16 Kilohertz, 22.05 Kilohertz, 24 Kilohertz, 32 Kilohertz, 44.1 Kilohertz, and a default rate of 48 Kilohertz.
Does this module require any external power supply to drive speakers?
No external power supply is needed. The board draws its required 5 Volt power directly from the host device via the standard USB connection, which successfully powers the integrated 2.6 watt per channel speaker driver.
Is this Waveshare product an authentic item available in India?
Yes, this is a fully authentic Waveshare module. Dropy sources these specialized components and authentic products directly from authorized suppliers in the USA, ensuring that Indian creators and developers receive genuine hardware for their development projects.
Can this USB audio module be used with an Android device?
Yes, it features broad operating system compatibility. In addition to Linux distributions for Raspberry Pi and Jetson Nano, it works seamlessly with Android, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and macOS.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.