Looking for Ai Thinker Aipi Audio? Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio is available at Zbotic with fast shipping across India.
The AiPi-Audio is a specialized audio driver development board created by the Ai-Thinker open-source team for the Ai-M61-32S. Featuring a BL618 chip and an ES8388 external audio codec, it enables the design of solutions like walkie-talkies or integration with other voice platforms for voice recognition capabilities. The Ai-M61-32S module comes with a comprehensive set of peripheral interfaces, such as DVP, MJPEG, Display, Audio Codec, USB2.0, SDU, Ethernet (EMAC), SD/MMC (SDH), SPI, UART, I2C, I2S, PWM, GPDAC, GPADC, ACOMP, and GPIO.
Ai Thinker Aipi Audio – Features:
- Model: AiPi-Audio
- Module: Ai-M61-32S
- External ES8388 audio decoding chip
- Support single and dual input and output
- Support 8~48KHz two-channel audio
- Supports 16~32-bit depth audio
- Default two-way 2W 8ohm speakers
- Default dual-channel -65 dBm (sensitivity) microphone
- TypeC USB powered
- Length: 68mm
- Width: 43mm
- Height: 13mm
Package Includes:
1 x Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio
2 x mic
2 x speaker
User Manual:
Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio Overview
The Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio is a specialized audio driver development board based on the Ai-M61-32S module. It combines a BL618 chip with an external ES8388 audio codec, enabling developers to build high-quality voice applications such as walkie-talkies, intercoms, and smart audio devices.
Key Features of Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio
- Equipped with ES8388 external audio codec for high-fidelity stereo input/output
- Powered by Ai-M61-32S module featuring the BL618 chip with integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE
- Compact development board measuring 68 × 43 mm, ideal for space-constrained audio devices
- Rich peripheral interfaces including I2S, I2C, SPI, UART, USB2.0 and GPIO for versatile connectivity
- Open-source design from Ai-Thinker, enabling custom firmware and rapid prototyping
- Fast shipping across India from Zbotic to kickstart your audio projects quickly
Applications and Use Cases
- Two-way communication devices such as DIY walkie-talkies or intercom systems
- Voice recognition modules combining BL618 connectivity and ES8388 codec
- Smart home audio products like voice-triggered assistants or doorbell systems
- Portable music players or Bluetooth speakers with custom audio firmware
- Embedded audio processing in robotics or industrial control panels
How to Use Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio
Begin by connecting the AiPi-Audio to your PC via USB2.0 and flashing firmware with the Ai-Thinker toolchain. Attach a microphone and speaker to the ES8388 codec pins as per the reference schematic, then configure audio settings over I2C and stream data via I2S. Power the board with a 5 V supply, and leverage the BL618’s Wi-Fi or Bluetooth LE to send or receive audio streams. Use GPIO or UART for additional control and status signaling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What audio codec does the AiPi-Audio use?
The AiPi-Audio development board integrates the ES8388 external audio codec, offering high-quality stereo ADC and DAC with sample rates up to 192 kHz.
Which wireless connectivity is supported by the AiPi-Audio?
It features the Ai-M61-32S module with a BL618 chip, providing both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE for streaming audio and remote control.
Can I prototype voice-recognition systems with AiPi-Audio?
Yes, its combination of the ES8388 codec for clear audio capture and BL618’s processing power allows integration with voice-recognition platforms via I2S and UART interfaces.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Ai- Thinker |
|---|---|
| SKU | AI5651 |
| Availability | Out of Stock |
Applications & Use Cases
The Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio is a versatile ai thinker esp modules used across a wide range of applications including WiFi-enabled IoT devices, smart home sensors, web servers, mesh networks, and wireless data logging.
Common use cases:
- Connecting an Arduino project to WiFi
- Building a smart plug or switch
- Creating a wireless sensor network
This product is ideal for IoT developers, home automation enthusiasts, and embedded engineers.
Technical Tip: ESP32 supports both WiFi and Bluetooth. ESP8266 is WiFi-only but more affordable. Both are programmable via Arduino IDE or ESP-IDF.
Shipping & Delivery
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999 across India
- Dispatched within 1-3 business days
- Expected delivery: 3-7 business days depending on location
- Secure packaging to ensure safe transit of electronic components
- Genuine Ai- Thinker product sourced from authorized channels
Sonali Bhandari (verified owner) –
Perfect for my IoT project. This Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio has excellent WiFi performance.
Yash Reddy (verified owner) –
Love this Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. Built a smart switch with it. Works with Home Assistant perfectly.
Tarun Kumar (verified owner) –
Decent Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. Had to install CP2102 drivers but works fine after that.
Sandeep Naidu –
Love this Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. Built a smart switch with it. Works with Home Assistant perfectly.
Bhavna Dave –
Good Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. WiFi works well. Sometimes needs a reset but overall solid.
Gaurav Khurana –
This Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio is amazing for home automation. Connected all my smart devices easily.
Deepak Sharma (verified owner) –
Excellent for smart home projects. This Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio connects reliably to my router.
Vishal Iyer (verified owner) –
Outstanding Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio! Programmed it with Arduino IDE. All features work as documented.
Rashmi Vyas (verified owner) –
Great Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. OTA updates work perfectly. Using 5 of these around my house.
Anil Negi (verified owner) –
This Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio is a beast for the price. Running a web server on it with no issues.
Naveen Mehta –
Great quality Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. Flashed with ESPHome and it works beautifully.
Varun Tandon (verified owner) –
This Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio is a beast for the price. Running a web server on it with no issues.
Advik Panchal (verified owner) –
Good quality Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. Flash memory is sufficient for most projects.
Eshan Singh (verified owner) –
This Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio is amazing for home automation. Connected all my smart devices easily.
Simran Shah (verified owner) –
Love this Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. Built a smart switch with it. Works with Home Assistant perfectly.
Anjali Vyas –
Outstanding Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio! Programmed it with Arduino IDE. All features work as documented.
Kabir Kamath (verified owner) –
Perfect for my IoT project. This Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio has excellent WiFi performance.
Vinay Mehta (verified owner) –
Excellent for smart home projects. This Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio connects reliably to my router.
Aarav Yadav (verified owner) –
Great Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. OTA updates work perfectly. Using 5 of these around my house.
Gauri Gupta (verified owner) –
Good quality Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. Flash memory is sufficient for most projects.
Advik Goyal (verified owner) –
Average Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. WiFi drops occasionally but works for basic projects.
Rakesh Bisht (verified owner) –
Nice Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio for IoT prototyping. Breadboard compatible which is a plus.
Krishna Mehta (verified owner) –
Perfect for my IoT project. This Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio has excellent WiFi performance.
Priya Verma (verified owner) –
Good Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. WiFi works well. Sometimes needs a reset but overall solid.
Neeraj Kamath (verified owner) –
Love this Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. Built a smart switch with it. Works with Home Assistant perfectly.
Swati Sen (verified owner) –
Good quality Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. Flash memory is sufficient for most projects.
Anushka Bose (verified owner) –
Outstanding Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio! Programmed it with Arduino IDE. All features work as documented.
Shruti Panchal (verified owner) –
Excellent for smart home projects. This Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio connects reliably to my router.
Kavya Yadav (verified owner) –
Excellent for smart home projects. This Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio connects reliably to my router.
Abhishek Saxena (verified owner) –
Good quality Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio. Flash memory is sufficient for most projects.
Tanmay Rao –
This Ai Thinker AiPi-Audio is a beast for the price. Running a web server on it with no issues.