Audio - Installing the MAX98357 I2S amp

Wiring

Pay careful attention to the wiring. You can either solder direct or use the supplied connectors.

Enabling digital audio

SSH into your Raspberry Pi using PUTTY and edit the config.txt file

sudo nano /boot/config.txt

Add the following code to the end of your config.txt file

#Enable DAC Audio
dtoverlay=hifiberry-dac

Ensure you save your changes

Retropie Settings

Open the Retropie settings menu and select SOUND SETTINGS. Select the following...

SYSTEM VOLUME: DEFAULT
AUDIO DEVICE: PCM
OMX PLAYER AUDIO DEVICE: ALSA