Audio Output Middleware
CRI D-Amp Driver TM
Software-Defined Full-Digital Amplifier
High Sound Pressure Level Low Power Consumption Heat Reduction
Powerful Sound Long-life Battery Achieve a
Performance Heatsink-free Design
Simple System Architecture
Software-based audio
processing and output
General-Purpose H-Bridge Circuit General-Purpose
Embedded MCU (Amplification) Speaker / Piezo Buzzer
● Pure sound quality ● Standardized design ● Reduce Supply Chain Risks
Significant low noise and preserves Component replacement with only a Reduce procurement costs and inventory
quality by the simple architecture middleware update - without redesign risks through standard components
Component changes
Direct PWM
speaker drive Reduced
Component
Inventory
CRI D-Amp Driver Products
generates
PWM signals
& &
CRI D-Amp Driver Reusable CRI D-Amp Driver
Difference from Class-D Amplifiers
Complete Digital Audio Output without the Analog Stage
CRI D-Amp Driver
MCU with CRI D-Amp Driver
Application 001001
Control 110101
Signal 001011
010110 Drive PWM Signal
Play Audio Data PWM Signal Output PWM Amplification
This step does not exist
Class-D Amplifiers
Application 001001
110101
Control 001011
Signal 010110 Drive
Analog
Signal
Play Audio Data D/A Conversion Resampling PWM Amplification
Superior Sound Quality
Low Noise and High Immunity
Our fully digital design and unique output method minimize noise levels.
The differential drive system removes noise superimposed on the signal applied to the speaker.
Noise Level Comparison Noise Elimination
Mastering-Grade by Differential Drive
Headphone Amplifier Speaker
Input A
Speaker
Input B
Device Measurement Limit Speaker
(Noise Floor) drive condition
Faithful Hi-Fi Reproduction
Enables more faithful reproduction of the original sound, especially at low frequencies.
CRI D-Amp Driver Typical Class-D amplifier CRI D-Amp Driver Typical Class-D amplifier
Square Wave
PWM
Output
Audio
Signal
Noise
100Hz 0dB Level:2.976V LPF fc=18kHz 100Hz 0dB Level:2.991V LPF 80Hz, 10dB, w/o LPF 80Hz, 10dB, w/o LPF
Our Measurements
4 Easy Implementation
Component Cost Reduction
Just a simple H-bridge circuit—just transistors and a few resistors—is
required in addition to the MCU, significantly lowering overall
component costs.
Compact Software Module
The software implemented in the MCU is a lightweight, compact
module with minimal processing load, making it easy to integrate
even in environments with limited resources. Application
CRI D-Amp Driver
Comprehensive Hardware Compatibility (Outputs & MCUs)
Multiple Audio Devices Support
Speaker Piezo Buzzer Exciter
Music (Hi-Fi), Voice, Chime Warning Sounds, Chime Vibration, Bass
High efficiency Operates on battery power High driving force
CD-quality sound reproduction Reliable even in harsh Operates reliably even
environments in harsh environments
Home & Car Audio, Automotive & Industrial Equipment, Safety & Residential Equipment, Automotive & Industrial Equipment,
Portable & Consumer Electronics, PA & Amusement Systems Healthcare & Office Devices Healthcare Devices
Verified MCU and FPGA
Manufacturer Verified MCU and FPGA Manufacturer Verified MCU and FPGA
Infineon F2MC-16FX,FR81S,FM0+,FM3, STMicro STM32
FM4,PSoC,PRoC,Traveo NXP Kinetis,LPS
Renesas SuperH,RL78,RX,RZ,RA,RE Microchip PIC24F,SAM,dsPIC33
RH850,R-Car NORDIC nRF52,nRF54
TOSHIBA TZ2100,TXZ3,TXZ4 Efinix Titanium series (FPGA)
We can also provide support tailored to the MCU you use. For details, please feel free to contact us.
Power Saving
About 50% Lower Power Consumption (Up to 60% Less with GaN FETs)
Compared to conventional Class-D amplifiers, the same sound pressure can be achieved with approximately
60% less power consumption (based on our measured data).
Amplifier Power Consumption vs. Sound Pressure Level (Comparison of Class-D and CRI D-Amp Drivers)
Convergence by
Amplifier power consumption speaker diameter
for 80 dB SPL Software-Defined Full-Digital Amplifier
1.1W
Conventional Class-D Amplifier
0.55W
CRI D-Amp Driver(MOSFET)
CRI D-Amp Driver×GaN 0.43W
Target
Amplifier Sound Meter
8Ω 8φ mic
0.5m Note: Comparison of amplifier output stage power only
Sin 1kHz -∞~0dBFS (logic section excluded)
CRI D-Amp Driver × GaN
By using Gallium Nitride (GaN) FETs in the H-Bridge circuit of the CRI D-Amp Driver,
achieves about 60% lower power consumption compared to conventional Class-D
amplifiers, as shown above.
Actual Size: 1.3 × 1.3 inch
(25 W × 2 channels output)
Product Website
GaN Device
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Full-Digital Ultra-Compact Audio Amplifier Design
Trademarks “CRIWARE” and “CRI D-Amp Driver” are registered trademarks or trademarks of
CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. in Japan and other countries.
Other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Information in this catalog is current as of December 2025 and may be subject to change without notice.
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