HackRF Pro-Compatible SDR Transceiver Board – 100 kHz–6 GHz USB-C

The HackRF Pro-compatible SDR transceiver board is a wideband software-defined radio platform for RF development, signal analysis, testing, prototyping, and experimentation. Covering an operating frequency range of 100 kHz to 6 GHz with tuning capability extending from 0 Hz to approximately 7.1 GHz, it provides flexible receive and transmit functionality across HF, VHF, UHF, and microwave frequency ranges.

Designed as an upgraded alternative for users familiar with the HackRF architecture, this HackRF Pro SDR platform combines half-duplex RX/TX operation, USB-C connectivity, an integrated TCXO, improved RF shielding, enhanced RF-port protection, and FPGA-based logic in a compact development-board format.

Wideband HackRF Pro SDR Transceiver

The board operates as a half-duplex software-defined radio transceiver, allowing it to receive or transmit radio signals using supported SDR software. It supports sampling rates of up to 20 MSPS with standard 8-bit I/Q samples, making it suitable for spectrum exploration, RF development, wireless research, signal testing, laboratory projects, and custom SDR applications.

Its broad frequency coverage makes the platform useful for working with many radio systems without requiring a separate SDR for each frequency range.

100 kHz–6 GHz Operating Range

Compared with earlier HackRF-style hardware, the lower operating-frequency limit extends down to 100 kHz. This provides greater flexibility for users working with lower-frequency signals while maintaining coverage through 6 GHz.

• Operating frequency: 100 kHz to 6 GHz
• Tuning range: approximately 0 Hz to 7.1 GHz
• Architecture: half-duplex RX/TX SDR transceiver
• Maximum standard sample rate: up to 20 MSPS
• Standard samples: 8-bit I + 8-bit Q
• RF connection: SMA
• Computer interface: High-Speed USB 2.0 via USB-C

Integrated TCXO for Improved Frequency Stability

An integrated TCXO crystal oscillator improves frequency and timing stability compared with designs that rely on a less precise onboard reference. This is useful for SDR development, repeatable RF measurements, signal analysis, synchronization, and applications where frequency accuracy is important.

SMA clock input and output connections also provide options for external synchronization and triggering in more advanced RF setups.

Improved RF Hardware

The HackRF Pro-compatible architecture introduces several hardware improvements intended to provide a more capable SDR development platform. These include improved RF shielding, a flatter frequency response, enhanced RF-port protection, revised power management, and upgraded programmable logic.

• Improved RF performance and flatter frequency response
• Integrated high-stability TCXO
• Enhanced shielding around the RF section
• Improved RF-port protection
• Modern USB Type-C connector
• FPGA-based programmable logic
• Expanded memory for firmware and development
• Improved power-management design
• Hardware options for custom expansion and development

Extended and High-Speed Sampling Modes

In addition to conventional 8-bit I/Q sampling, the platform supports additional operating modes for applications requiring different balances between precision and sample rate.

• Standard mode: 8-bit I/Q samples at up to 20 MSPS
• Extended-precision mode: 16-bit samples at supported lower sample rates
• High-speed 4-bit mode: up to 40 MSPS where supported

These modes provide additional flexibility for SDR developers experimenting with different signal bandwidths, data rates, and processing requirements.

Compatible with Popular SDR Software

The board can be used with widely adopted software-defined radio applications and development environments. Depending on the operating system, software version, firmware, and required drivers, compatible software can include:

• GNU Radio
• SDR# / SDRSharp
• SDR++
• GQRX
• Universal Radio Hacker
• Custom applications using HackRF-compatible software libraries

This software ecosystem makes the board suitable for both users learning software-defined radio and developers building custom RF applications.

Software-Configurable RX and TX

Receive and transmit gain as well as baseband filtering can be controlled through compatible software. The RF port can also provide software-controlled 3.3 V power at up to 50 mA for compatible active RF accessories where supported.

Because the device uses a half-duplex architecture, transmitting and receiving are performed at different times rather than simultaneously.

Designed for RF Development and Testing

This wideband HackRF SDR transceiver is suitable for a range of legitimate RF engineering, education, and experimentation tasks, including:

• Software-defined radio development
• RF signal analysis
• Spectrum exploration and monitoring
• Wireless-protocol research in controlled environments
• RF hardware prototyping
• GNU Radio development
• Antenna and RF-system experimentation
• University and educational SDR laboratories
• Receiver and transmitter development
• Custom firmware and FPGA experimentation

HackRF Pro-Compatible Hardware Improvements

For users upgrading from earlier HackRF-style SDR hardware, this platform provides several practical improvements: a lower operating-frequency limit, USB-C connectivity, integrated precision timing, improved shielding, more development memory, upgraded programmable logic, and enhanced RF protection.

The underlying architecture remains familiar to users of the HackRF software ecosystem while providing additional capabilities for newer SDR projects.

Expansion and Synchronization

Internal expansion connections make the board suitable for custom development projects and hardware experimentation. SMA clock connections provide synchronization and triggering options, while the PCB layout includes provisions for expansion and future add-on development.

What's Included

• 1 × HackRF Pro-compatible SDR development board

Please note: this listing is for the development board only. A USB-C cable, enclosure, antenna, power adapter, PortaPack, and other accessories are not included unless explicitly stated elsewhere on the product page.

Important Compatibility Information

Software and accessory compatibility can depend on hardware revision, firmware version, enclosure dimensions, and the specific accessory being used. Verify compatibility before purchasing accessories intended for a different HackRF hardware revision.

For RF transmitting applications, users are responsible for operating the device only on frequencies, power levels, and services permitted by the regulations applicable in their location.