HiBy R1 Bluetooth MP3 Player with Touchscreen
- 3 inch LCD touchscreen
- microSD expansion up to 2TB
- 15 hours average battery life
- DSD256 and PCM 384kHz/32bit playback
- LDAC and aptX Bluetooth output
- Tidal and Qobuz streaming over Wi-Fi
- Dual Hi-Res certified, wired and wireless
- 0.07 kg player weight
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact player for listeners who want lossless files and streaming away from their phone. Built-in storage is not stated, so plan on a memory card for a large library.
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ASIN: B0GTNW5YTGModel: R1Category: MP3 & MP4 Players
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Overview
Not a phone and not a basic MP3 stick, the HiBy player is a small dedicated device built for high resolution files and lossless streaming. Music plays from a memory card or from Tidal and Qobuz over Wi-Fi, and goes out to wired headphones or to wireless ones through high quality Bluetooth codecs.
Moving music duty off the phone spares its battery, and the format list covers lossless and DSD libraries alike. LDAC and aptX give wireless headphones a higher quality link than basic Bluetooth. The small screen makes browsing a big library slower.
Who it's for
Commuters and audiophiles who keep large lossless collections on memory cards get a dedicated pocket device that also streams Tidal and Qobuz. People content with phone playback gain little.
Pros and cons
- Wide lossless and DSD format support
- LDAC and aptX for wireless headphones
- Tidal and Qobuz built in
- Huge microSD expansion
- Built-in storage capacity not listed
- Small screen for browsing big libraries
- Streaming needs a Wi-Fi connection
- Warranty covers the player body only
Performance notes
Sound quality depends on the source file, the output path and, over Bluetooth, the codec your headphones accept. LDAC carries more data than standard codecs, so the headphones must support it to benefit. Battery life shifts with screen use, wireless streaming and the file format being decoded.
Specifications
| Brand | HiBy |
|---|---|
| Model | R1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Screen size | 3 inches |
| Item weight | 0.16 pounds |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Battery life | 15 hours |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, USB, Wi-Fi |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Storage | microSD, expandable up to 2TB |
| Bluetooth codecs | LDAC, aptX |
| Certification | Hi-Res, wired and wireless |
| Display | LCD touchscreen |
| Max playback resolution | DSD256, PCM 384kHz/32bit |
| Streaming services | Tidal, Qobuz (Wi-Fi) |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the HiBy R1?
The R1 player, a storage bag, a USB 2.0 cable, a lanyard, a card pin, a user manual and three protective films, two of them pre-applied at the factory. No microSD card, charger or headphones are listed.
Does the HiBy R1 need a phone to stream Tidal or Qobuz?
No. Tidal and Qobuz streaming is built into the player and works over Wi-Fi.
Can I use the HiBy R1 with a home stereo or speaker?
Compatible devices listed include home audio systems and speakers, along with wired and wireless headphones.
Which file formats does the HiBy R1 play?
MP3, AAC, FLAC, WAV, APE, AIFF, DSF, DFF, WMA, OGG, OPUS and CUE.
What does the HiBy R1 warranty cover?
One year on the player body against damage not caused by the user, starting from the date of purchase.