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# Argon BLSTR DAC with Ground Loop Isolator (add-on for Argon ONE V3 Only)

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** CE09894 · **Brand:** [Argon40](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/argon40-australia)
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Upgrade your Raspberry Pi 5 Audio Experience - powered by Texas Instruments PCM5122

## Pricing

- **Price:** $53.65 (inc GST) — $48.77 AUD, exc GST
- **Quantity discounts:** 6+ $46.82 (exc GST) · 12+ $45.35 (exc GST)

## Availability & dispatch

- In stock, ships same business day if ordered before 2PM (Australia/Sydney).
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## Description

**Elevate your Raspberry Pi 5 Audio Experience**

- Enjoy high quality and premium audio performance from your [Raspberry Pi 5](https://core-electronics.com.au/raspberry-pi-5-model-b-8gb.html) and [Argon ONE V3](https://core-electronics.com.au/argon-one-v3-case-for-raspberry-pi-5.html)
- Powered by Texas Instruments PCM5122 digital audio codec (DAC)
- Easy installation and audio out through 3.5mm audio port with the Argon BLSTR DAC plug and play board
- Enhance audio clarity with included Ground Loop Isolator to help prevent the transmission of unwanted noise or hum in the audio
- Designed to be the perfect companion for audiophiles, hobbyists, and professionals alike
 
**Features:**

- Full high definition 24-bit 192kHz
- Analogue audio out (0-2V RMS) via 3.5mm hack, with 3.5mm aux to RCA out
- Powered by Argon ONE power board 8 pin and 4 pin connector for power input and output
 
**Kit Inclusions:**

- Argon BLSTR DAC board with Texas Instruments PCM5122
- Ground Loop Isolator
- 3.5mm AUX cable
- 3.5mm AUX to RCA out cable
 
**Note: The female four pin header on the BLSTR DAC is incorrectly labelled when compared to the corresponding male jumper header on the Argon One V1.3. This is a printing error and does not reflect the underlying electrical functionality.**

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- [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/c/e/ce09894---argon-blstr-dac.jpg)