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Chi-Fi
Excellence
Ideal for Audiophiles
Ideal for Commuting
Best Suited for Portable Use
Bluetooth with
UAT, LDAC, aptX & AAC
Battery Life
ESS Sabre ES9219C
DAC Chip
90mW
Power Output
Upto 2TB
of Storage
Battery Capacity of
1000 mAh
Volume Controls
DESCRIPTION
PRESENTING THE BEAUTEOUS HI-RES AUDIO PLAYER FROM HIBY - THE R2 II (GEN 2)
HiBy Music specialises in the research & development and manufacturing of high-quality portable audio products. They have been in the HiFi audio industry for over a decade now. HiBy's line-up of Digital Audio Players has garnered great success. Continuing the legacy, HiBy takes great pleasure in introducing their all-new Digital Audio Player - the R2 II (Gen 2). It packs all the required features you need from a Digital Audio Player. Under its hood, it hosts an ESS Sabre DAC chip that delivers flawless music reproduction. The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) has a universal 3.5mm headphone output port offering 90mW of power output capable of driving IEMs and some less power-demanding headphones. Last but not least, the R2 II (Gen 2) is certified for Hi-Res and Hi-Res Wireless.
FEATURES ESS SABRE DAC CHIP FOR EXCEPTIONAL SONIC PERFORMANCE
The capability of a Digital Audio Player to reproduce Hi-Fidelity sound depends on the DAC chip and its implementation. HiBy, with their R2 II (Gen 2), has incorporated an ES9219C DAC chip from ESS Sabre capable of decoding PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) 32bit/384kHz, DSD256 (Direct Stream Digital), and 8X MQA unfolding (Master Quality Authenticated). Make your way to Hi-Fidelity music with the all-new HiBy R2 II (Gen 2)!
EXPERIENCE HI-RES AUDIO WIRELESSLY WITH BLUETOOTH 5.0, WIFI, AND MQA SUPPORT
The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) comes equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 supporting Bluetooth codecs, including UAT, LDAC, aptX, AAC, and SBC. It supports two-way high-definition wireless audio transmission. The 2.4GHz WiFi support enables OTA firmware updates, WiFi music transfer, AirPlay, and DLNA. The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) with 8X MQA unfolding allows you to experience master tape quality audio, making you feel as if you were right there with the artist at the recording studio.
WHOPPING 15 HOURS OF BATTERY LIFE FOR CONTINUOUS PLAYBACK
Apart from music, a Digital Audio Player's battery life is its most crucial feature. With 15 hours of nonstop playback on a single charge with the R2 II (Gen 2), HiBy has you covered. A 1000mAh battery within it provides 20 days of standby time. Groove to your favourite music with the R2 II (Gen 2)!
ONE AUDIO DEVICE, CONSIDERABLE POSSIBILITIES
HiBy has designed the R2 II (Gen 2) to be a highly versatile Digital Audio Player that is here to take your breath away merely by the performance it packs. It can be used as a USB audio device, smartphone audio dongle, portable digital audio source (to external DAC), Bluetooth receiver, Wireless music server, audio recorder (dual microphones), and eBook reader. The R2 II (Gen 2) is one device with multiple possibilities letting you enjoy your music the way you want!
HIBYLINK WIRELESS CONTROL WITH STREAMING SUPPORT AND MSEB MASTERING BOARD
MSEB is HiBy's in-house developed audio processor, designed to bring out what audiophiles desire the most in their music. Get your warm, thick, vocal-forward sound with low sibilance, fast impulse response and crisp airiness by dialling in the temperature slider, note thickness slider, voice slider, sibilance slider, impulse response slider and air sliders, among others. The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) supports HiByLink wireless control functionality allowing you to control playback, volume and manage playlists of the R2 on the big screen of your smartphone via the HiByMusic app for Android and iPhone! The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) supports streaming apps like net radio, Tidal, and Qobuz and file formats like MP3, WAV, APE, FLAC, DSF, DFF, Iso, Cue, WMA, Ogg, AAC, Opus, Aiff, etc.
PUREAUDIO HIBY OS FOR SMOOTHER AND REFINED PERFORMANCE
HiByOS is HiBy's in-house developed operating system targeted towards HiFi audio devices, optimising for audio processing from the ground up and possessing endless usage possibilities limited only by your imagination!
ICONIC DESIGN WITH 2.45-INCH TOUCH DISPLAY
HiBy has taken a minimalistic approach while designing the R2 II (Gen 2). It has an iconic design with a compact form factor. The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) has a 2.45-inch touch display with a resolution of 480*360. At the bottom, you will find a microSD card slot which supports up to 2TB allowing you to store offline files. The USB-C port located at the bottom can be used for charging and data transfer. It also has control buttons on the right and a volume wheel with a power button on top.
SPECS
| MODEL | HiBy R2 2nd gen |
| OPERATING SYSTEM | HiBy OS |
| SOC | Ingenic X1000E |
| DAC | ES9219C |
| DISPLAY SIZE | 2.45 inches |
| RESOLUTION | 480*360 |
| HEADPHONE OUTPUT | 3.5mm (Single-Ended) |
| 3.5MM PORT OUTPUT POWER | 90mW |
| 3.5MM PORT (THD+N) | 0.0005% |
| BLUETOOTH VERSION | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| BLUETOOTH CODECS | UAT, LDAC, aptX, AAC, and SBC |
| BATTERY SIZE | 1000mAh |
| REMOVABLE STORAGE | MicroSD card slot supporting up to 2TB |
| USB | USB2.0, Type-C slot |
| CONTINUOUS PLAY TIME | 15 hours (single-ended output) |
| STANDBY TIME | >500h |
| WIFI BANDS | 2.4GHz |
| WEIGHT | 70.6g |
| DIMENSIONS | 71*63.1*12.4mm |
| BOX CONTENTS |
1. HiBy R2 II
|
| 2. Screen protectors | |
| 3. Warranty & QC card | |
| 4. Instruction manual | |
| 5. Player Case | |
| 6. USB cable | |
| 7. Packaging Box |
| GENERIC NAME | Digital Audio Player |
| IMPORTER DETAILS | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
| NET QUANTITY | 1 |
FAQs
What is the warranty period on the HiBy R2 II (Gen 2)?
The warranty period of the HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) is of 1 year. In order to claim warranty, please visit our HiBy Warranty Page here. We are very helpful guys, just saying
What is HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) on the whole?
It is a Hi-Res certified Digital Audio Player.
Is it a legit upgrade to the previous generation HiBy R2 II (Gen 2)?
Yep! HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) is an upgrade over the classic R2 digital audio player bringing in all the necessary upgrades to keep the device up to date with the latest technology and features. The ultra-compact music player now supports 8x MQA decoding with its advanced ES9219C Sabre DAC chipset and also has streaming capabilities with 2.4GHz Wi-Fi functionality.
What DAC chips are used in the HiBy R2 II (Gen 2)?
HiBy, with their R2 II (Gen 2), has incorporated an ES9219C DAC chip from ESS Sabre.
What are the sampling/decoding rates supported?
It supports decoding PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) 32bit/384kHz, DSD256 (Direct Stream Digital), and 8X MQA unfolding (Master Quality Authenticated).
Does it support MQA?
Yep! It does support 8X MQA unfolding.
What is MQA and how does it make a difference or how is it different from regular PCM & DSD files?
Our ability to hear well allows us to pinpoint the source of sounds. Our brains create a 3D acoustic image as sounds arrive at us, spaced out by milliseconds. This same capacity enables us to place the various instruments according to their sounds during a live performance. It's also the reason why listening to live music seems so intense and emotional, in contrast to recorded music, which frequently feels flat. The first solution to do so is MQA, which will take you back to the original performance by capturing this important timing information.
How does MQA work?
Transients over time are muddled when an analogue sound is translated into a digital signal, a process known as temporal blurring. As a result, recorded music sounds flat when compared to live music since our ears are unable to distinguish the sources of individual sounds. This distortion can be removed with MQA to produce the most accurate 3D soundstage ever heard.
What is the Bluetooth version?
It supports Bluetooth 5.0.
What are the Bluetooth codecs supported?
The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) comes equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 supporting Bluetooth codecs, including UAT, LDAC, aptX, AAC, and SBC. It supports two-way high-definition wireless audio transmission.
What is UAT?
UAT (Ultra Audio Transmission) is HiBy’s in-house developed all-new Bluetooth audio transmission codec. Supporting an industry-high 192kHz transmission sample rate and up to 1.2Mbps Bluetooth bandwidth, this also can optimise its transmission characteristics according to different music genres, for the highest audio fidelity from wireless!
Does it support WiFi?
Yep! The 2.4GHz WiFi support enables OTA firmware updates, WiFi music transfer, AirPlay, and DLNA.
Does it support streaming apps?
Yep! It supports apps like net radio, Tidal, and Qobuz
What is battery life like?
It offers 15 hours of continuous playback on a single charge.
One device, multiple possibilities, are you serious?
Yep! It can be used as a USB audio device, smartphone audio dongle, portable digital audio source (to external DAC), Bluetooth receiver, Wireless music server, audio recorder (dual microphones), and eBook reader.
What is the purpose of HiByLink wireless control?
The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) supports HiByLink wireless control functionality allowing you to control playback, volume and manage playlists of the R2 on the big screen of your smartphone via the HiByMusic app for Android and iPhone!
Does it have a microSD card slot?
Yep! At the bottom of the device, you will find a microSD card slot which supports up to 2TB allowing you to store offline files.
PureAudio HiByOS, Ohh what's so special about it?
HiByOS is HiBy's in-house developed operating system targeted towards HiFi audio devices, optimising for audio processing from the ground up and possessing endless usage possibilities limited only by your imagination!
What is the screen resolution like?
The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) has a 2.45-inch touch display with a resolution of 480*360.
What does the package include?
HiBy R2 II
Screen protectors
Warranty & QC card
Instruction manual
Player case
USB cable
PRESENTING THE BEAUTEOUS HI-RES AUDIO PLAYER FROM HIBY - THE R2 II (GEN 2)
HiBy Music specialises in the research & development and manufacturing of high-quality portable audio products. They have been in the HiFi audio industry for over a decade now. HiBy's line-up of Digital Audio Players has garnered great success. Continuing the legacy, HiBy takes great pleasure in introducing their all-new Digital Audio Player - the R2 II (Gen 2). It packs all the required features you need from a Digital Audio Player. Under its hood, it hosts an ESS Sabre DAC chip that delivers flawless music reproduction. The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) has a universal 3.5mm headphone output port offering 90mW of power output capable of driving IEMs and some less power-demanding headphones. Last but not least, the R2 II (Gen 2) is certified for Hi-Res and Hi-Res Wireless.
FEATURES ESS SABRE DAC CHIP FOR EXCEPTIONAL SONIC PERFORMANCE
The capability of a Digital Audio Player to reproduce Hi-Fidelity sound depends on the DAC chip and its implementation. HiBy, with their R2 II (Gen 2), has incorporated an ES9219C DAC chip from ESS Sabre capable of decoding PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) 32bit/384kHz, DSD256 (Direct Stream Digital), and 8X MQA unfolding (Master Quality Authenticated). Make your way to Hi-Fidelity music with the all-new HiBy R2 II (Gen 2)!
EXPERIENCE HI-RES AUDIO WIRELESSLY WITH BLUETOOTH 5.0, WIFI, AND MQA SUPPORT
The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) comes equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 supporting Bluetooth codecs, including UAT, LDAC, aptX, AAC, and SBC. It supports two-way high-definition wireless audio transmission. The 2.4GHz WiFi support enables OTA firmware updates, WiFi music transfer, AirPlay, and DLNA. The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) with 8X MQA unfolding allows you to experience master tape quality audio, making you feel as if you were right there with the artist at the recording studio.
WHOPPING 15 HOURS OF BATTERY LIFE FOR CONTINUOUS PLAYBACK
Apart from music, a Digital Audio Player's battery life is its most crucial feature. With 15 hours of nonstop playback on a single charge with the R2 II (Gen 2), HiBy has you covered. A 1000mAh battery within it provides 20 days of standby time. Groove to your favourite music with the R2 II (Gen 2)!
ONE AUDIO DEVICE, CONSIDERABLE POSSIBILITIES
HiBy has designed the R2 II (Gen 2) to be a highly versatile Digital Audio Player that is here to take your breath away merely by the performance it packs. It can be used as a USB audio device, smartphone audio dongle, portable digital audio source (to external DAC), Bluetooth receiver, Wireless music server, audio recorder (dual microphones), and eBook reader. The R2 II (Gen 2) is one device with multiple possibilities letting you enjoy your music the way you want!
HIBYLINK WIRELESS CONTROL WITH STREAMING SUPPORT AND MSEB MASTERING BOARD
MSEB is HiBy's in-house developed audio processor, designed to bring out what audiophiles desire the most in their music. Get your warm, thick, vocal-forward sound with low sibilance, fast impulse response and crisp airiness by dialling in the temperature slider, note thickness slider, voice slider, sibilance slider, impulse response slider and air sliders, among others. The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) supports HiByLink wireless control functionality allowing you to control playback, volume and manage playlists of the R2 on the big screen of your smartphone via the HiByMusic app for Android and iPhone! The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) supports streaming apps like net radio, Tidal, and Qobuz and file formats like MP3, WAV, APE, FLAC, DSF, DFF, Iso, Cue, WMA, Ogg, AAC, Opus, Aiff, etc.
PUREAUDIO HIBY OS FOR SMOOTHER AND REFINED PERFORMANCE
HiByOS is HiBy's in-house developed operating system targeted towards HiFi audio devices, optimising for audio processing from the ground up and possessing endless usage possibilities limited only by your imagination!
ICONIC DESIGN WITH 2.45-INCH TOUCH DISPLAY
HiBy has taken a minimalistic approach while designing the R2 II (Gen 2). It has an iconic design with a compact form factor. The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) has a 2.45-inch touch display with a resolution of 480*360. At the bottom, you will find a microSD card slot which supports up to 2TB allowing you to store offline files. The USB-C port located at the bottom can be used for charging and data transfer. It also has control buttons on the right and a volume wheel with a power button on top.
| MODEL | HiBy R2 2nd gen |
| OPERATING SYSTEM | HiBy OS |
| SOC | Ingenic X1000E |
| DAC | ES9219C |
| DISPLAY SIZE | 2.45 inches |
| RESOLUTION | 480*360 |
| HEADPHONE OUTPUT | 3.5mm (Single-Ended) |
| 3.5MM PORT OUTPUT POWER | 90mW |
| 3.5MM PORT (THD+N) | 0.0005% |
| BLUETOOTH VERSION | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| BLUETOOTH CODECS | UAT, LDAC, aptX, AAC, and SBC |
| BATTERY SIZE | 1000mAh |
| REMOVABLE STORAGE | MicroSD card slot supporting up to 2TB |
| USB | USB2.0, Type-C slot |
| CONTINUOUS PLAY TIME | 15 hours (single-ended output) |
| STANDBY TIME | >500h |
| WIFI BANDS | 2.4GHz |
| WEIGHT | 70.6g |
| DIMENSIONS | 71*63.1*12.4mm |
| BOX CONTENTS |
1. HiBy R2 II
|
| 2. Screen protectors | |
| 3. Warranty & QC card | |
| 4. Instruction manual | |
| 5. Player Case | |
| 6. USB cable | |
| 7. Packaging Box |
| GENERIC NAME | Digital Audio Player |
| IMPORTER DETAILS | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
| NET QUANTITY | 1 |
What is the warranty period on the HiBy R2 II (Gen 2)?
The warranty period of the HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) is of 1 year. In order to claim warranty, please visit our HiBy Warranty Page here. We are very helpful guys, just saying
What is HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) on the whole?
It is a Hi-Res certified Digital Audio Player.
Is it a legit upgrade to the previous generation HiBy R2 II (Gen 2)?
Yep! HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) is an upgrade over the classic R2 digital audio player bringing in all the necessary upgrades to keep the device up to date with the latest technology and features. The ultra-compact music player now supports 8x MQA decoding with its advanced ES9219C Sabre DAC chipset and also has streaming capabilities with 2.4GHz Wi-Fi functionality.
What DAC chips are used in the HiBy R2 II (Gen 2)?
HiBy, with their R2 II (Gen 2), has incorporated an ES9219C DAC chip from ESS Sabre.
What are the sampling/decoding rates supported?
It supports decoding PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) 32bit/384kHz, DSD256 (Direct Stream Digital), and 8X MQA unfolding (Master Quality Authenticated).
Does it support MQA?
Yep! It does support 8X MQA unfolding.
What is MQA and how does it make a difference or how is it different from regular PCM & DSD files?
Our ability to hear well allows us to pinpoint the source of sounds. Our brains create a 3D acoustic image as sounds arrive at us, spaced out by milliseconds. This same capacity enables us to place the various instruments according to their sounds during a live performance. It's also the reason why listening to live music seems so intense and emotional, in contrast to recorded music, which frequently feels flat. The first solution to do so is MQA, which will take you back to the original performance by capturing this important timing information.
How does MQA work?
Transients over time are muddled when an analogue sound is translated into a digital signal, a process known as temporal blurring. As a result, recorded music sounds flat when compared to live music since our ears are unable to distinguish the sources of individual sounds. This distortion can be removed with MQA to produce the most accurate 3D soundstage ever heard.
What is the Bluetooth version?
It supports Bluetooth 5.0.
What are the Bluetooth codecs supported?
The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) comes equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 supporting Bluetooth codecs, including UAT, LDAC, aptX, AAC, and SBC. It supports two-way high-definition wireless audio transmission.
What is UAT?
UAT (Ultra Audio Transmission) is HiBy’s in-house developed all-new Bluetooth audio transmission codec. Supporting an industry-high 192kHz transmission sample rate and up to 1.2Mbps Bluetooth bandwidth, this also can optimise its transmission characteristics according to different music genres, for the highest audio fidelity from wireless!
Does it support WiFi?
Yep! The 2.4GHz WiFi support enables OTA firmware updates, WiFi music transfer, AirPlay, and DLNA.
Does it support streaming apps?
Yep! It supports apps like net radio, Tidal, and Qobuz
What is battery life like?
It offers 15 hours of continuous playback on a single charge.
One device, multiple possibilities, are you serious?
Yep! It can be used as a USB audio device, smartphone audio dongle, portable digital audio source (to external DAC), Bluetooth receiver, Wireless music server, audio recorder (dual microphones), and eBook reader.
What is the purpose of HiByLink wireless control?
The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) supports HiByLink wireless control functionality allowing you to control playback, volume and manage playlists of the R2 on the big screen of your smartphone via the HiByMusic app for Android and iPhone!
Does it have a microSD card slot?
Yep! At the bottom of the device, you will find a microSD card slot which supports up to 2TB allowing you to store offline files.
PureAudio HiByOS, Ohh what's so special about it?
HiByOS is HiBy's in-house developed operating system targeted towards HiFi audio devices, optimising for audio processing from the ground up and possessing endless usage possibilities limited only by your imagination!
What is the screen resolution like?
The HiBy R2 II (Gen 2) has a 2.45-inch touch display with a resolution of 480*360.
What does the package include?
HiBy R2 II
Screen protectors
Warranty & QC card
Instruction manual
Player case
USB cable
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"The HiBy R2 II is not only a good performer far as sound quality is concerned but it has a ton of features for the average price of a dinner for two which makes it quite a high-value purchase."
Read MoreThis product is rated 5.0 of 5.0 stars.
It has received 4 reviews.
Customer Reviews
Great DAP, suitable for everyone. You can stream wirelessly, play wirelessly (over buds) or by a USB DAC or through the internal DAC.
As for the DAC, it seems better than my DAC with the Synaptics CX1993 chip.
It comes with a screen protector and clear case bundled, and has a protector already applied on the front and back glass surfaces.
Playback was easily 10 hours plus, took about 30 minutes to charge full. The Volume knob is a bit fiddly (it moves a little between the ratcheting) but otherwise is solid. Buttons work well, but the placement will take a while for you to get used to.
As my first dap i found this amazing but tyere are still some thing to be ironed out
(+)tives
It has great power(they can drive kz pr2s that stumped even the btr5)
Rarely hangs/crashes
Has a good dac mode and works well
Has good recording and airplay/dlna
Can transfer songs by a local website(huge W i can transfer my whole library without even needing a cable i can just hook up to wifi and transfer songs fast and reliabaly)
(-)tives
Bluetooth mode dosent work well with ipad
Has a decent delay/lag(not suited for videos as words seem delayed)
Can be hard to navigate through the library at times
Luckily these flaws arent related to harware and are mainly software or optimisation based so can be worked out with a firmware update
Since this is the cheapest dac on the market this has raised the bar of value for money
According to me this a direct pic for any new audiophile who just wants to dip their toes before jumping in
If you want to buy this dont think twice just get it (coming from a guy who very pick about fube detaiks and almost never stops someone from thinking twice)
Thanks a lot for your detailed and genuine feedback, we're glad that you have such positive thoughts about the product and we'll share your thoughts with the brand as well. It'll also help our fellow customers to make the right choice!
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Lightweight: It weighs around 70 grams and fits perfectly in my hand. The only minor drawback is that I wish the screen could be a little bit bigger, but it's not a deal breaker.
Battery Life: The DAP has a 1000mAh battery, providing approximately 15 hours of playtime, which is sufficient for my needs.
Design and Build: The device has a well-made, smooth plastic frame, and it has a glass back. The overall design is appealing.
Connectivity: The DAP comes with Bluetooth 5.0 technology, allowing for seamless wireless connection. It also has Wi-Fi connectivity 2.4ghz, enabling easy access to 2 online music streaming services and firmware updates.
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