The JustBoom Digi HAT Includes a 192kHz/24 bit digital audio chip with low jitter, bit perfect digital
output (S/PDIF) over optical or coaxial connectors for an uncompromised high quality audio
experience. The JustBoom Digi HAT includes an output transformer for full galvanic isolation
between your Raspberry Pi and yourDAC on the coaxial output.
The HAT uses the I2S interface for its audio input which reduces CPU load on the Raspberry Pi
compared to USB solutions. It is also powered directly from the GPIO header so no extra cables or
power supplies are required to connect to the Raspberry Pi. All of the Raspberry Pi GPIO pins are still
accessible on the Digi HAT for easy customisation of your project – add additional sensors, buttons,
LEDs, rotary encoders or anything your heart desires.
Need help understanding how this product works? Follow our product guide.
SetupGuide
Follow our full setup guide for assembling your JustBoom Digi HAT and Case.
Configure the JustBoom Player software.
Usecases
Pairing the Raspberry Pi with a high-quality digital audio add-on board provides the perfect solution
for a number of exciting projects and applications where the standard onboard audio on the
Raspberry Pi simply won’t cut it. Here are some possible use cases for the JustBoom Raspberry Pi
Digi HAT and your Raspberry Pi computer:
Circumstances where you need to have your streaming audio player (Raspberry Pi in this case)
located separately from your amplifier or DAC. This method is usually superior to analog since the
original digital signal is maintained until the amplification step (theoretically leading to less
degradation of the sound).
Streaming (either from cloud or local network) high-definition audio player
Multi-room audio player
Surround sound for media centre / set-top box applications
And many many more….
Features
Dedicated S/PDIF output interface chip supports up to 192kHz / 24bit resolution
Digital audio output over either optical (TOSLINK) or coaxial (RCA electrical) connectors
Low jitter, bit perfect digital output
Output transformer for galvanic isolation
Plug and play compatibility for ease of use
Software volume control from your Raspberry Pi
No soldering required