DS1881 – a clickless dual digital attenuator

· Adafruit Industries Blog · July 1, 2026, 7:33 p.m.
Summary
The blog discusses the Analog Devices DS1881, a digital potentiometer that eliminates audible clicking during resistance changes, making it ideal for MCU-controlled audio applications. The author shares their experience with traditional digital potentiometers and the challenges faced with audible artifacts in audio circuits.
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