Linear - Amplifiers - Audio

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
TPA311D

TPA311D

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 700MW 8SOIC

698

TAS5613ADKD

TAS5613ADKD

Texas Instruments

IC AMP D MONO/STER 300W 44HSSOP

0

TAS5261DKDR

TAS5261DKDR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D MONO 400W 36HSSOP

3611

TAS5414BTPHDQ1

TAS5414BTPHDQ1

Texas Instruments

TAS5414B-Q1 4-CHANNEL AUTOMOTIVE

2790

TPA0211DGNG4

TPA0211DGNG4

Texas Instruments

TPA0211 MONO CLASS-AB AUDIO AMPL

345

TPA2005D1DRBRG4

TPA2005D1DRBRG4

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D MONO 1.45W 8SON

0

TPA6112A2DGQR

TPA6112A2DGQR

Texas Instruments

TPA6112A2 150-MW STEREO HEADPHON

6830

TPA6130A2YZHT

TPA6130A2YZHT

Texas Instruments

TPA6130 - 138-MW DIRECTPATH STER

11455

LM4674ATL/NOPB

LM4674ATL/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D STER 2.5W 16DSBGA

0

TLV320DAC3203IYZKR

TLV320DAC3203IYZKR

Texas Instruments

TLV320DAC3203 ULTRA LOW POWER ST

39000

TPA741DGN

TPA741DGN

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 700MW 8MSOP

320

TAS5101DAP

TAS5101DAP

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

765

TPA4860D

TPA4860D

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 1.1W 16SOIC

216

TAS5760MTDAPQ1

TAS5760MTDAPQ1

Texas Instruments

IC AMP D MON/STER 55.2W 32HTSSOP

128

TAS5162DDVR

TAS5162DDVR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLSS D STER 210W 44HTSSOP

0

LMV1012UP-07/NOPB

LMV1012UP-07/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 4DSBGA

0

TPA3121D2PWPG4

TPA3121D2PWPG4

Texas Instruments

IC AMP D MONO/STER 30W 24HTSSOP

0

TPA3220DDWR

TPA3220DDWR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP D MONO/STER 105W 44HTSSOP

2

TAS5825PRHBR

TAS5825PRHBR

Texas Instruments

CLASS-D AUDIO AMPLIFIER

630

TPA3101D2PHP

TPA3101D2PHP

Texas Instruments

TPA3101 - 10W STEREO CLASS-D AUD

3891

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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