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HiBy R1 HiFi Audio Music Player MP3 USB DAC WiFi Bluetooth 5.1 DSD256 PCM384kHz/32bit X1600E CS43131 MSEB Web Radio 3.5mm Output

HiBy R1 HiFi Audio Music Player MP3 USB DAC WiFi Bluetooth 5.1 DSD256 PCM384kHz/32bit X1600E CS43131 MSEB Web Radio 3.5mm Output

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Our take on the HiBy R1 HiFi Audio Music Player MP3 USB DAC WiFi Bluetooth 5.1 DSD256 PCM384kHz/32bit X1600E CS43131 MSEB Web Radio 3.5mm Output

The HiBy R1 is a compact, plastic-bodied digital audio player built around a Cirrus Logic CS43131 DAC and a HiBy X1600E DSP. It plays FLAC, DSD256, WAV, AIFF, AAC and other formats up to PCM 384kHz/32-bit, and adds Bluetooth 5.1, WiFi with web radio, USB DAC mode and HiBy's MSEB sound tuning. Its 3.0-inch screen, 3.5mm single-ended output and no balanced jack put it in entry-level territory, where it competes with budget players on format support and software rather than output power. It suits listeners who want local hi-res files and streaming radio in a pocketable device without paying for balanced output they won't use.

Best forListeners building a first hi-res local-file setupCommutes and travel where a phone's battery is preciousWeb radio and podcast listeners who want a dedicated devicePairing with wired IEMs over 3.5mm or Bluetooth headphones
Pros
  • Plays DSD256 and PCM 384kHz/32-bit files
  • CS43131 DAC with HiBy's MSEB tuning controls
  • Bluetooth 5.1 plus WiFi web radio
  • USB DAC mode for computer playback
  • Small and light at about 83.5 x 51.1 x 12.35mm
  • MicroSD expansion for large libraries
Cons
  • No balanced output, only a 3.5mm single-ended jack
  • Plastic body feels less premium than metal rivals
  • Modest output power for hard-to-drive headphones
  • No built-in speaker
  • Battery rated 10 to 20 hours, not class-leading

HiBy R1 HiFi Audio Music Player MP3 USB DAC WiFi Bluetooth 5.1 DSD256 PCM384kHz/32bit X1600E CS43131 MSEB Web Radio 3.5mm Output prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners treat the R1 as a well-featured budget player: they like the format support, the tuning options and the small size, and accept the plastic build and single-ended output as the trade-offs.

What people mention
  • Sound qualityPraisedOwners describe clean, detailed playback from the CS43131 DAC for the class.
  • BuildCriticisedThe plastic body is seen as functional but less premium than metal players.
  • OutputCriticisedThe single 3.5mm jack and modest power limit use with harder-to-drive headphones.
  • SizePraisedIts small, light frame makes it easy to pocket and carry.
  • FeaturesPraisedBluetooth, WiFi web radio and USB DAC mode add flexibility beyond plain playback.

About the HiBy R1 HiFi Audio Music Player MP3 USB DAC WiFi Bluetooth 5.1 DSD256 PCM384kHz/32bit X1600E CS43131 MSEB Web Radio 3.5mm Output

The HiBy R1 is a compact music player with a 3-inch high-definition touchscreen and a translucent plastic body. It has a strap lug for carrying. It runs HiBy OS with a new interface.

It is built on the X1600E platform with a CS43131 DAC and the MSEB audio tuning board. It plays DSD256 and PCM up to 384kHz/32bit, and it has Dual Hi-Res certification. Audio goes out through a 3.5mm headphone jack.

It connects over Bluetooth 5.1 and WiFi, and it can work as a USB DAC. It also offers web radio, FM radio, e-book reading and a world clock. A Micro SD card slot supports storage up to 2TB.

Display
3.0-inch HD touchscreen
Processor
HiBy X1600E
DAC
CS43131
Hi-Res audio
DSD256, PCM 384kHz/32bit
Audio formats
MP3, WAV, Ogg, FLAC, APE, WMA, DSD, AIFF, AAC
Signal-to-noise
≥110dB
Output
3.5mm headphone out (no balanced output)
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.1, WiFi, USB DAC
Streaming
Tidal and other services
Storage
Flash memory; Micro SD card slot, up to 2TB
Battery
Lithium battery, 10 to 20 hours of battery life
Other functions
Web radio, FM radio, e-book reading, world clock
Recording
Not supported

Questions and answers

Does the HiBy R1 have a balanced headphone output?
No. It has a single 3.5mm single-ended output, so balanced cables and balanced-mode players are not an option here.
What file formats and resolutions does it support?
It handles MP3, WAV, FLAC, APE, WMA, Ogg, AIFF and AAC, plus DSD up to DSD256 and PCM up to 384kHz/32-bit.
Can I use it as a USB DAC with my computer?
Yes. USB DAC mode lets it act as an external sound card for a computer, using its CS43131 DAC.
Does it stream music or only play local files?
It has WiFi with web radio, so it can play internet radio stations, but it is not an Android streaming app device like higher-tier players.
How much storage can I add?
It has a microSD card slot for external memory, so library size depends on the card you use.
Is it good for high-impedance headphones?
It is best with sensitive IEMs and easy-to-drive headphones; its 3.5mm output has limited power for high-impedance models.
Where is the HiBy R1 HiFi Audio Music Player MP3 USB DAC WiFi Bluetooth 5.1 DSD256 PCM384kHz/32bit X1600E CS43131 MSEB Web Radio 3.5mm Output cheapest?
At NorixaFashion.com, for $164.44, as of our latest check.

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