Platforms

i.MX8

Elk x i.MX8

Scalable Power for Versatile Audio Products

The NXP i.MX8 family is a workhorse platform for embedded audio: powerful enough to handle demanding DSP and plugin chains, yet efficient and cost-balanced for mid-tier products. With multi-core ARM Cortex-A processors, strong multimedia support, and a wide range of connectivity options, i.MX8 offers the right mix of performance and flexibility for next-generation instruments and devices.

i.MX8M Mini

4xCortex A53
+ 1xCortex-M4F
4 +1 Cores
4 Threads

Clock Speed
up to 1.8 GHz

Vivante GC320 (2D)
GC NanoUltra (3D)

Up to 4 GB

No NPU

i.MX8M Nano

4xCortex A53
+ 1xCortex-M7
4 +1 Cores
4 Threads

Clock Speed
up to 1.5 GHz

GC7000UL

Up to 4 GB

No NPU

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Digital mixers & audio interfaces that require multi-channel processing, advanced routing, and onboard plugin hosting

Synths & stage pianos running layered synthesis engines and substantial sample playback

Premium pedals where multiple parallel effect chains or amp models push beyond entry-level processors

Smart audio devices needing integrated connectivity (USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) alongside reliable real-time DSP

The i.MX8 stands out because it scales across multiple variants—from compact dual-core solutions to high-performance multi-core options—allowing manufacturers to tailor performance to product needs without changing their software foundation.

Get Started

We support development board and System on Modules out of the box. making it the perfect middle ground: robust enough for professional use cases, efficient enough for consumer designs, and proven across a wide ecosystem

Development Board

Symphony Board

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Elk Software Dev Kit

Available on demand

System On Module

VAR-SOM-MX8

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Commercial License

Our OS for the i.MX8 is available under a commercial licensing. Once you've done with prototyping and is ready for production you simply need sign a licensing agreement. Contact us for more infor about the pricing