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USB High-end Audio Receiver

USB-HEAR

Microcontroller-based USB audio receiver solution for simplified integration in professional high-end HiFi applications. Pure bit-perfect audio streaming, asynchronous clocking, and direct DAC interfacing.

32-bit / 768 kHz PCM Native DSD1024 DoP up to DSD256 ASIO Compatible Asynchronous Clocking Made in Germany
FC301 USB-HEAR Module
FC301 USB-HEAR Module
Hardware & Licensing

USB-HEAR Products

Integrated System on Module (SoM), reference evaluation platform, and custom design-in licensing for high-end audio manufacturers.

FC301 USB-HEAR Module

FC301 USB-HEAR Module

Compact USB Audio Module

The FC301 USB-HEAR Module is a microcontroller-based USB audio receiver solution for HiFi DAC and amplifier applications. Its compact form factor enables easy and rapid integration into existing audio hardware.

  • USB Audio Class 2.0 compliant isochronous streaming
  • 32-bit PCM up to 768 kHz & Native DSD up to DSD1024
  • I2S DAC digital output & external master clock input
  • I2C register interface, SPDIF output, HID consumer keys
FC920 USB-HEAR DevKit

FC920 USB-HEAR DevKit

Raspberry Pi 3A+ Compatible Platform

The FC920 USB-HEAR DevKit comes as a Raspberry Pi format compatible kit for direct evaluation of the FC301 module. Mounting holes and 40-pin connector match the Raspberry Pi 3A+ format to use existing audio extension boards.

  • Pre-soldered FC301 USB-HEAR Module included
  • Direct pinout for standard Raspberry Pi Audio HATs
  • Optical SPDIF connector & DAC output directly on header
  • All required power & SPDIF extension cables included

Design-In License

Firmware & Architecture License

You want to implement USB-HEAR for your custom project? For more information, architectural consultation, and commercial licensing, please request an individual offer.

  • Direct integration of USB-HEAR core into your custom PCB
  • Comprehensive reference schematics & layout guidelines
  • Dedicated Windows ASIO driver customization with Thesycon
  • Technical engineering support directly from the developers
System Architecture

Application & Block Diagrams

Simplified system integration with clear clock domains, high-precision I2S interfacing, I2C host control, and comprehensive status telemetry.

FC301 USB-HEAR Module – Typical Application

Architecture showing USB Class 2.0 streaming, microcontroller receiver core, external master clock injection, I2S DAC output, and I2C control bus.

Host Computer (Windows PC, Mac, Linux) USB USB Connector Type B or Type C USB 2 Digital Audio Sources (Network Streaming Client, DAB Tuner, etc.) I2S In Master Oscillator MCLK In MCLK In FC301 USB-HEAR Module based on NXP i.MXRT1064 Arm Cortex-M7 600MHz I2C I/O Pins Main Controller Application specific Front Panel Remote Control I2S Out I2C Master DAC PCM/DSD Analog Output / Amplifier SPDIF Out SPDIF Transmitter SPDIF Output optical

FC920 USB-HEAR DevKit – Application & Extension Setup

Integration of FC301 SoM on Raspberry Pi 3A+ form-factor carrier with 40-pin header for audio HATs, optical SPDIF transmitter, and power management.

Raspberry Pi Connector FC920 USB-HEAR DevKit DAC PCM/DSD Analog Output / Amplifier I2S Out Host Computer (Windows PC, Mac, Linux) USB USB Connector Type C USB 2 FC301 USB-HEAR Module based on NXP i.MXRT1064 Arm Cortex-M7 600MHz I2S Out I2C Master SPDIF Out SPDIF Transmitter SPDIF Output optical

USB Audio Class 2.0

High-resolution isochronous streaming with asynchronous synchronization:

  • Two audio channels (Stereo)
  • Asynchronous clocking model synced to master oscillator
  • 32-bit PCM format up to 768 kHz
  • Native DSD up to DSD1024
  • DSD over PCM (DoP) up to DSD256
  • ASIO compatible (DSD and DoP)

DAC Output (I2S)

Direct low-latency digital connection to high-performance DAC chips:

  • I2S compliant digital interface
  • 32-bit PCM up to 768 kHz sampling rate
  • DSD format up to DSD1024
  • External master clock input support
  • Hardware DAC mute control line

Control Interface (I2C)

Complete host monitoring and control register set:

  • Control and status registers via I2C
  • Interrupt status line for change notifications
  • Status lines for master clock selection
  • PCM/DSD format indication line

Digital Input (I2S)

Auxiliary digital audio input for system integration:

  • I2S compliant digital input interface
  • Connect streaming clients, tuners, or DSPs
  • 32-bit PCM format up to 192 kHz sampling rate

SPDIF Optical Output

Optical Toslink digital output for standard audio gear:

  • 24-bit PCM format up to 192 kHz
  • Optical SPDIF connector on FC920 DevKit
  • Direct extension connector on FC301 SoM

USB HID Consumer Control

Hardware multimedia key control sent to the host:

  • Volume Up / Volume Down
  • Play / Pause / Stop
  • Fast Forward / Fast Backward / Next / Prev

Host OS Compatibility

ASIO Compatible

Driverless plug-and-play and professional bit-perfect drivers:

  • Windows 11 & 10 (Dedicated Thesycon ASIO driver)
  • Linux (Native ALSA USB Audio Class 2.0)
  • macOS (Native CoreAudio)
  • Android (Native USB audio streaming)

Raspberry Pi Add-ons

Standardized form factor on FC920 DevKit:

  • Raspberry Pi 3A+ compatible format and mounting holes
  • Standard 40-pin header for audio extension boards
  • Direct usage of standard HiFi Audio HATs
Development Teams

About Us

The USB-HEAR technology platform is jointly developed by two highly specialized German engineering companies combining leading hardware architecture and driver software.

FibreCode GmbH

Hardware Engineering

FibreCode GmbH • Ettlingen, Germany

FibreCode is a specialized provider of hardware and software solutions for automotive and industrial networking technologies. We have deep experience in Ethernet networking, USB-class designs including networking, audio, and control to also create full customized designs.

Thesycon Software Solutions GmbH & Co. KG

Software & Drivers

Thesycon Software Solutions GmbH & Co. KG • Ilmenau, Germany

Thesycon offers a complete range of development services including consulting, concept development, implementation, debugging, and testing. Specialized in the development of device drivers for Windows, USB, ASIO, audio streaming, NDIS, and embedded communications.

Engineered & Supported in Germany Our hardware and software is purely designed and implemented by our teams in Germany. Technical support is provided directly by the developers.
Get in Touch

Contact & Project Inquiry

Request evaluation hardware, commercial volume quotes, or discuss your custom USB audio integration directly with our engineering team.