Class D Audio Amplifier Global Market Report 2024

The class d audio amplifier market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.04 billion in 2023 to $3.37 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to various factors, including the prevalence of traditional analog audio amplification methods, increased demand for consumer electronics, a heightened focus on power efficiency in amplifier technology, the expansion of automotive audio systems, and a growing demand for compact audio solutions. These factors collectively contributed to the growth of class-D amplifiers during the historic period.

The class d audio amplifier market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.82 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to several factors, including the adoption of class-D amplifiers in automotive applications, a rising demand for energy-efficient audio solutions, the growth of smart home devices, the expansion of wireless audio applications, and the integration of class-D amplifiers in portable electronics. Key trends in the forecast period include the miniaturization of class-D amplifier designs, the development of multi-channel audio systems, the integration of digital signal processing in class-D amplifiers, the rise of wireless connectivity features, and the implementation of advanced thermal management in amplifiers. These trends collectively contribute to the evolving landscape of class-D amplifiers in the forecasted period.

Anticipated growth in the class D audio amplifier market is strongly influenced by the escalating demand within the automotive sector. This industry encompasses a wide array of entities engaged in the design, production, marketing, and upkeep of motor vehicles. Class D audio amplifiers play a pivotal role in simplifying thermal management, reducing the size and cost of high-power car/radio systems, and effectively managing energy consumption within vehicles. For example, statistics from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) revealed a surge in new vehicle sales from 11,041 (Thousands of vehicles) in 2020 to 11,741 (Thousands of vehicles) in 2021. This trend indicates the burgeoning growth of the automotive industry, thus propelling the demand for Class D audio amplifiers.

The burgeoning demand for consumer electronics is poised to significantly drive the growth of the class D audio amplifier market. Consumer electronics encompass a broad spectrum of electronic devices used in daily life for entertainment, communication, productivity, and personal purposes. As consumers increasingly favor compact yet high-performance audio solutions, Class-D amplifiers have gained prominence due to their efficiency and compact design. For instance, data from Deloitte in 2022 indicates notable growth rates in consumer electronics categories such as computers (+34%) and TV sets (+12%), surpassing the growth of smartphones (+1%) over the past three years. This trend underscores the amplified demand for consumer electronics, directly influencing the expansion of the Class D audio amplifier market.

Technological advancements stand as a significant trend shaping the landscape of the class D audio amplifier market. Key players within this market are actively embracing novel technologies to fortify their market presence. For instance, in January 2023, GaN Systems, a Canada-based semiconductor manufacturing company, joined forces with Axign, a semiconductor manufacturing firm based in the Netherlands, to introduce a groundbreaking 1000-watt Class-D GaN audio amplifier. This innovation amalgamates leading-edge technologies from GaN Systems and Axign, facilitating the creation of unique audio systems boasting enhanced efficiency and robust audio quality. The 1000W Class-D audio amplifier reference design addresses technical hurdles such as heat generation and efficiency in high-power audio amplifiers. GaN audio's heightened efficiency enables designers to eliminate heatsinks, thereby ensuring low operating temperatures.

Strategic collaborations emerge as a prominent strategy for major companies operating within the Class D audio amplifier market. These alliances empower companies to engage with partners possessing requisite expertise, translating conceptual innovations into tangible products. As an example, in March 2022, Sonus Faber, an Italy-based manufacturer specializing in handcrafted speakers and headphones, disclosed its collaboration with Maserati, an Italy-based luxury vehicle manufacturer. This collaboration integrates Sonus Faber's advanced audio system into Maserati's new Grecale vehicle lineup. The Grecale offers two Sonus Faber sound options - the standard Premium system and the optional High Premium system. Both systems are powered by high-power class-D Dual DSP amplifiers with oversized power supplies, augmenting the vehicle's market appeal.

In March 2022, Focusrite PLC, a UK-based music and audio company, completed the acquisition of Linea Research Holdings for £12.6 million (US$13.76 million). This strategic acquisition was aimed at broadening Focusrite's existing range of audio amplifiers and signal processors. By integrating Linea Research Holdings Ltd., a prominent UK-based designer and manufacturer of professional audio equipment specializing in high-power Class D amplifiers and digital signal processors, Focusrite sought to expand its core market base.


Major companies operating in the class d audio amplifier market report are Qualcomm Technologies Inc., Toshiba Corporation, Texas Instruments Inc., STMicroelectronics N.V., Infineon Technologies AG, NXP Semiconductors N.V., Analog Devices Inc., Renesas Electronics Corporation, On Semiconductor Corporation, ROHM Co. Ltd., Maxim Integrated, Monolithic Power Systems Inc., Cirrus Logic Inc., Dialog Semiconductor PLC, Nuvoton Technology Corporation, Silicon Laboratories Inc., Integrated Silicon Solution Inc., ICEpower a/s, SL Audio A/S, Martin Audio Ltd., Amped America, Hypex Electronics BV, Tempo Semiconductor Inc., Legacy Audio, Bel Canto Design Ltd., atm-audio.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the class D audio amplifier market in 2023. The regions covered in the class d audio amplifier market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the class d audio amplifier market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The primary types of class D audio amplifiers include mono-channel, 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and others. A mono-channel amplifier is designed with a single channel and employs a single power supply that energizes the entire circuit. These amplifiers find applications in various devices such as television sets, home audio systems, desktops and laptops, automotive infotainment systems, and more. They are utilized across a range of end-users, including consumer electronics, automotive, telecommunication, industrial and retail, among others.

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The class D audio amplifier market consists of sales of the switching output stage, modulator and class D boosted speaker amplifiers. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.