Digital Radio for Raspberry Pi (AM / FM / DAB / DAB+ / HD Radio)
Original price was: 69,90€.59,90€Current price is: 59,90€.
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Turn your Raspberry Pi into a real AM / FM / DAB / DAB+ / HD Radio receiver
A complete Raspberry Pi radio shield with local Web UI, CLI control, built-in 1 x 5 W amplifier, headphone output, analog audio output, and I2S digital audio for recording or processing.
Listen to real broadcast radio locally — no internet required for reception.
Why this product matters
The Raspiaudio Digital Radio Shield brings real broadcast radio reception directly to Raspberry Pi boards with a standard 40-pin header. It supports AM, FM, DAB, DAB+, and HD Radio, and can be controlled from a local web interface, from the command line, or directly from the onboard navigation button.
It is designed for both product integration and prototyping: standalone radio devices, embedded audio systems, custom radio software, kiosks, museums, and local radio applications that do not depend on cloud services.
What you can do
- Receive AM, FM, DAB, DAB+, and HD Radio
- Control the radio from any browser on your local network
- Use the CLI for automation or software integration
- Output audio through headphone jack, analog output, or external passive speaker
- Use the built-in 1 x 5 W amplifier for standalone projects
- Record or process digital audio through I2S
- Build menu-based standalone interfaces with the onboard navigation control
Key features
AM, FM, DAB, DAB+, HD Radio FM, and HD Radio AM
Local Web UI, CLI control, and onboard 3-position navigation button
Analog audio output, audio jack output, switchable onboard speaker output, and passive speaker connector
I2S digital audio path for recording or digital processing
Built-in 1 x 5 W amplifier and dedicated onboard navigation control
Designed for developers who want to build their own radio applications
What’s included
- 1 x Raspiaudio Digital Radio Shield
- 1 x telescopic antenna
- 1 x riser for mechanical compatibility with Raspberry Pi boards using a 40-pin header
What you need
- A Raspberry Pi with a standard 40-pin header
- A suitable power supply for your Raspberry Pi
- Headphones or an external passive speaker, depending on your setup
- For AM reception: an external AM loop antenna is recommended
Compatibility
Compatible with Raspberry Pi boards featuring the standard 40-pin header, including Raspberry Pi Zero, Raspberry Pi 4, Raspberry Pi 5, and other compatible Raspberry Pi models.
Use cases
- Standalone radio products
- Embedded radio and audio projects
- Custom Raspberry Pi prototypes
- Museum, kiosk, or retro-radio installations
- Developer platform for custom radio software
- Local radio applications that do not depend on cloud services
AM reception note
For AM reception, an external AM loop antenna is recommended. Reception quality depends strongly on antenna design, orientation, and local electrical noise.
Software
The product includes open-source software for both the local Web UI and CLI-based control.
FAQ
Does it require internet to listen to radio?
No. This shield is designed to receive real broadcast radio directly, without relying on internet streaming services.
Which Raspberry Pi models are supported?
It works with Raspberry Pi boards using the standard 40-pin header, including Raspberry Pi Zero, Raspberry Pi 4, Raspberry Pi 5, and similar compatible models.
Can I control it from a browser?
Yes. It includes a local Web UI for easy control from a browser on your local network.
Can I integrate it into my own software?
Yes. CLI control and open-source software make it suitable for automation and custom application development.
Can I record audio?
Yes. The board provides an I2S digital audio path for recording or digital processing.
Is an AM antenna included?
A telescopic antenna is included, but for AM reception an external AM loop antenna is recommended.
Is HD Radio available everywhere?
HD Radio support is subject to licensing. You must verify that you are legally allowed to use it in your country and for your intended application.
Legal notice
HD Radio support is subject to licensing. It is the user’s responsibility to verify that they have the legal right to use this technology depending on country, market, and application.
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