Texas Instruments
LM386
IC - Analog/Sensor · Texas Instruments
LM386
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Sep 1, 2026
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Description
Mono Class-AB audio amplifier, 700 mW output with a 5 V to 18 V supply range and analog input. Widely used in low-voltage consumer audio.
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I am building my own audio amplifier for personal use (previously, I was working on it for study purposes). The result is great, the bass is good enough, but some songs tend to lose the vocal sound especially Let Down by Radiohead on reff. There's no vocal sounds from "You know, You know where you are with" to "Bouncing back in one day". I assume it's because I combine L and R channel into one input (if this the case I will buy more LM386 and BJT. Currently all of my LM386 is shorted so I don't
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You can request a quote for LM386 from Schontek Inc. via the RFQ form on this page or through the contact page.
Sourcing Available. Availability is confirmed per RFQ.
Lead time is typically 4-8 weeks depending on availability and quantity.
Yes, all parts sold by Schontek Inc. including LM386 go through a documented authentication and inspection process with traceability documentation.
LM386 is manufactured by Texas Instruments.
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Standards
- JEDEC Semiconductor device and package outline standards (JEDEC)
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