Linear - Amplifiers - Audio

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
INA2134MDREP

INA2134MDREP

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB STEREO 14SOIC

410

TPA301D

TPA301D

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 700MW 8SOIC

818

TPA2001D1PWRG4

TPA2001D1PWRG4

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D MONO 1W 16TSSOP

0

TAS5701PAPRG4

TAS5701PAPRG4

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D STER 20W 64HTQFP

0

LM1875T/NOPB

LM1875T/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 25W TO220-5

2656

TPA6166A2YFFR

TPA6166A2YFFR

Texas Instruments

TPA6166A2 DIRECTPATH CLASS-G HEA

162000

LM4863LQ/NOPB

LM4863LQ/NOPB

Texas Instruments

LM4863 DUAL 2.2W AUDIO AMPLIFIER

536

LM49250RL/NOPB

LM49250RL/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLSS D STER 2.43W 36DSBGA

1250

TPA3130D2DAP

TPA3130D2DAP

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D STER 15W 32HTSSOP

263

TPA302D

TPA302D

Texas Instruments

TPA302 350-MW STEREO CLASS-AB AU

55763

TPA0162PWP

TPA0162PWP

Texas Instruments

TPA0162 2W STEREO APA WITH DIGIT

0

TPA321DGN

TPA321DGN

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 700MW 8MSOP

472

LM4864MMX/NOPB

LM4864MMX/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLSS AB MONO 675MW 8VSSOP

748

TPA2034D1YZFT

TPA2034D1YZFT

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D MONO 2.75W 9DSBGA

740

TPA6203A1ZQVR

TPA6203A1ZQVR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 1.25W 8BGA

3

TPA6110A2DGNG4

TPA6110A2DGNG4

Texas Instruments

TPA6110A2 150-MW STEREO HEADPHON

710

LM3886T/NOPB

LM3886T/NOPB

Texas Instruments

LM3886 68W, 1 CH, 20-94V SUPPLY

4492

TPA3120D2PWPG4

TPA3120D2PWPG4

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

60

TPA3255DDVR

TPA3255DDVR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLSS D STER 315W 44HTSSOP

756

LM3876T/NOPB

LM3876T/NOPB

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

8394

Linear - Amplifiers - Audio

1. Overview

Linear audio amplifiers are electronic devices designed to amplify low-level audio signals while maintaining signal integrity and minimizing distortion. They operate in the linear region of transistor characteristics, ensuring high-fidelity sound reproduction. These amplifiers are critical in audio systems for applications ranging from consumer electronics to professional audio equipment, enabling clear sound amplification in devices such as smartphones, home theaters, and musical instruments.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type Functional Characteristics Application Examples
Class AB Amplifiers Combines efficiency of Class B with low distortion of Class A Home audio systems, guitar amplifiers
Class D Amplifiers Switching amplifiers with high power efficiency (typically >90%) Portable speakers, automotive audio systems
Class G/H Amplifiers Uses multiple power rails to improve efficiency Professional audio mixers, high-power amplifiers
Class A Amplifiers Full-cycle conduction with minimal distortion High-end audiophile equipment, preamplifiers

3. Structure and Components

Typical linear audio amplifiers consist of: - Input Stage: Differential amplifier for signal reception - Gain Stage: Voltage amplification using transistors or op-amps - Output Stage: Push-pull configuration for power delivery - Power Supply: Symmetrical voltage rails ( Vcc) - Thermal Management: Heat sinks or thermal pads for power dissipation Packaged in DIP, SOIC, or surface-mount (SMT) formats with 8-14 pins.

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter Description Importance
Gain Bandwidth Product (GBW) Product of amplifier gain and operational bandwidth Determines frequency response capability
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N) Measure of signal distortion and noise Indicates audio quality (typically <0.1%)
Output Power Maximum power delivered to load (Watts) Defines application suitability (e.g., 2x15W for stereo)
Power Supply Rejection Ratio (PSRR) Ability to reject power supply noise Impacts noise immunity (typically >60dB)
Quiescent Current Current consumption at no-load condition Affects power efficiency and thermal design

5. Application Areas

  • Consumer Electronics: Smartphones, TVs, headphones
  • Professional Audio: Mixing consoles, studio monitors
  • Automotive: In-car entertainment systems
  • Communication: PA systems, VoIP equipment

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer Representative Product Key Specifications
TI (Texas Instruments) TPA3255 2x75W Class D amplifier, 102dB PSRR
STMicroelectronics TDA7294 100W Hi-Fi amplifier, DMOS output stage
Analog Devices AD822 Low noise JFET input amplifier
NXP Semiconductors TDA1541A 192kHz DAC with integrated headphone amplifier

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations for selection: 1. Application Requirements: Output power, frequency range, and load impedance 2. Power Supply Constraints: Available voltage/current capacity 3. Thermal Management: Operating temperature range and cooling methods 4. Form Factor: Package size for PCB integration 5. Cost vs. Performance: Balancing THD+N, efficiency, and budget

8. Industry Trends

Future developments include: - Increased integration with digital signal processing (DSP) - Adoption of GaN (Gallium Nitride) technology for higher efficiency - Development of AI-powered noise cancellation algorithms - Miniaturization through 3D packaging techniques - Enhanced Class D amplifier designs with reduced electromagnetic interference (EMI)

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