GaN for Audio

High Fidelity Sound, Lower Power Consumption, Higher Efficiency

Gan Audio Applications

GaN FETs and ICs are gaining popularity in Class-D audio applications due to their ability to deliver high-quality sound with exceptional efficiency. Their fast-switching speeds enable precise pulse-width modulation, reproducing audio signals accurately. GaN's reduced power losses and heat generation lead to energy-efficient amplifiers, minimizing the need for large heatsinks. This results in smaller, more compact audio systems with improved power efficiency and reduced heat dissipation, making GaN technology ideal for portable devices, home audio, and automotive audio systems where space and energy efficiency are critical, without compromising audio fidelity.

Evaluation Boards

Audio Evaluation Boards

Part
Number
Description Output Power Frequency Response
KS25-3WBAEVALZ
KS25-3WBAEVALZ 3-in-1 smart speaker reference design 100 W x 1 + 25 W x1 into 8 ohms 20Hz to 20kHz, +/-0.5dB Contact Renesas
DigiGaN-200S
DigiGaN-200S Class-D High-Performance eGaN FET Amplifier Module w/DSP 50 W x 4 / 8 Ω
200 W x 2 / 8 Ω
20Hz-20kHz +/-0.2dB Contact EAS
DigiGaN-400S
DigiGaN-400S Class-D High-Performance eGaN FET Amplifier Module w/DSP 100 W x 4 / 8 Ω
400 W x 2 / 8 Ω
20Hz-20kHz +/-0.2dB Contact EAS
GaNAMP2001
eGaNAMP2001 Class-D High-Performance eGaN FET Amplifier Module 200 W x 4 / 8 Ω
400 W x 2 / 8 Ω
20Hz-20kHz +/-0.5dB Contact EAS
GaNAMP1002
eGaNAMP1002 Class-D High-Performance eGaN FET Amplifier Module 100 W x 4 / 8 Ω
400 W x 2 / 8 Ω
20Hz-20kHz +/-0.5dB Contact EAS
EPC9192
EPC9192 2 x 700 W/4 Ω Class-D Amplifier 700 W / 4 Ω 5Hz-20kHz +/-0.5 dB Buy Now

EPC’s application team is constantly working on new reference designs. If there is a requirement not met by the listed boards, please contact us via Ask a GaN Expert to discuss your application further.

Half-bridge development boards are available for quick evaluation of most eGaN FETs and ICs.

Products

Recommended GaN Devices for Audio

Part Number Status Configuration VDS
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ID (A) Pulsed ID
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Package
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EPC2214 Active Single AEC 80 6 20 1.8 0.5 0.3 8 10 47 BGA 1.35 x 1.35 Buy Now
EPC2252 Preferred Single AEC 80 6 11 3.5 1 0.5 15 8.2 75 BGA 1.5x1.5 Buy Now
EPC2204A Preferred Single AEC 80 6 6 5.7 1.8 0.8 25 29 125 LGA 2.5 x 1.5 Buy Now
EPC2218A Preferred Single AEC 80 6 3.2 10.5 3.2 1.5 46 60 231 LGA 3.5 x 1.95 Buy Now
EPC2051 Preferred Single 100 6 25 1.8 0.6 0.3 7.3 1.7 37 BGA 0.85 x 1.3 Buy Now
EPC2070 Preferred Single 100 6 23 1.9 0.6 0.2 6 1.7 34 BGA 0.85 x 1.3 Buy Now
EPC2052 Preferred Single 100 6 13.5 3.5 1.5 0.5 13 8.2 74 BGA 1.5x1.5 Buy Now
EPC23104 Engr Half Bridge ePower™ Stage 100 6 11 15 15 QFN 3.5 x 5 Buy Now
EPC23104 Engr Half Bridge ePower™ Stage 100 6 11 16.6 15 78 QFN 3.5 x 5 Buy Now
EPC2044 Preferred Single 100 6 10.5 4.3 1.3 0.5 15 9.4 89 BGA 2.15 x 1.25 Buy Now
EPC23103 Engr Half Bridge ePower™ Stage 100 6 7.6 21 25 109 QFN 3.5 x 5 Buy Now
EPC23103 Engr Half Bridge ePower™ Stage 100 6 7.6 22.95 25 109 QFN 3.5 x 5 Buy Now
EPC2204 Preferred Single 100 6 6 5.7 1.8 0.8 25 29 125 LGA 2.5 x 1.5 Buy Now
EPC2619 Preferred Single 100 6 4.2 8.5 2.2 1 27 29 164 LGA 2.5 x 1.5 Buy Now
EPC2306 Engr Single 100 6 3.1 12.3 4.3 1.1 44 48 197 QFN 3 x 5 Buy Now
EPC2088 Preferred Single 100 6 3.2 12.5 4.4 1.4 47 60 231 LGA 3.5 x 1.95 Buy Now
EPC2361 Engr Single 100 6 1.3 28 7.2 2.5 86 101 519 QFN 3 x 5 Buy Now
EPC2305 Preferred Single 150 6 3 22 6.6 2.1 103 102 329 QFN 3 x 5 Buy Now
EPC2234 Preferred Single AEC 160 5.5 8 11.1 3.8 2 96 48 213 BGA 4.6 x 2.6 Buy Now
EPC2059 Preferred Single 170 6 9 5.7 1.3 0.9 35 24 102 LGA 2.8 x 1.4 Buy Now
EPC2054 Preferred Single 200 6 43 2.9 0.9 0.3 15 3 32 BGA 1.3 x 1.3 Buy Now
EPC2207 Preferred Single 200 6 22 4.5 1.3 0.7 23 14 54 LGA 2.8 x 0.925 Buy Now
EPC2307 Engr Single 200 6 10 10.6 3.8 1.3 58 48 130 QFN 3 x 5 Buy Now
EPC2215 Preferred Single 200 6 8 13.6 3.3 2.1 69 32 162 LGA 4.6 x 1.6 Buy Now
EPC2304 Engr Single 200 6 5 21 7.5 2.6 115 102 260 QFN 3 x 5 Buy Now
EPC2050 Preferred Single 350 6 80 2.9 1.3 0.3 35 6.3 26 BGA 1.95 x 1.95 Buy Now
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