I just ordered one of these, it's coming today. I am worried about the headphone output though. I'm currently using a Zen Dac v3 (still in return window) and a SMSL SA300. My headphones are HD 600 and I'm using a balanced cable with the zen dac v3. Curious how the sound quality is compared to...

I just picked up a pair of HD 600 after trying out the HD 560s and the HifiMan Sundara. I couldn't stand the HD 560s due to comfort and weird sounding treble for cymbal hits, and even after EQing the Sundaras I couldn't get the treble sounding right (even though the bass could really thump). I...

So this is an odd use case, but I want to run my HiBy R4 through the Zen DAC. I notice it lights up when I plug my HiBy in, but no sound. Not surprising, I didn't expect the HiBy to be able to power it. I assume an external power supply will let me run the HiBy through the Zen DAC? Hopefully it...

So, somewhat surprisingly, I'm getting really good results with the Sundara on the R4. Using the stock cable into the 3.5mm jack on high gain, volume at about 60 is plenty while I'm working at my desk. With a balanced cable, I'm only at 45 on high gain. A cool note: it seems like the R4...

Oh that's exactly what I want. I'll try it out, even though it says it's for Apple Music, not Tidal.

I just got the ZEN DAC V3 to add to my setup. Streaming from my Mac mini using Tidal, which maxes out at 24/192. Is that what I should set my settings to in MIDI settings for my MAC? Or should I set it to the max capabilities of the ZEN DAC, which is PCM 768khz?

I gotcha. Well, my Sundaras and a balanced cable come tomorrow. I'll test them out a couple different ways and report back.

Thank you. Do you have a balanced cable to test with? I've never used a balanced 4.4mm cable, but isn't that the exact use case for it being on the R4? To give it more power for headphones/IEMs that require it? I'd like to have the best of both worlds, being able to use nice headphones like the...

I just bought the HifiMan Sundara headphones that I plan on using with my R4. I know the included cable uses the 3.5mm end. Will the R4 power the Sundara sufficiently through that port, or should I get an upgraded cable with a 4.4mm termination? While we're here, if anyone has any upgraded pads...

Got the EA500 LM as my first entry into $50+ IEMs. Really enjoying them with the silver/black nozzle.

I mentioned how large the BT20 Pro case is. Here it is compared to my old Earfun Free Pro 2 and the KZ AZ09. Also, I saw this AliExpress listing for what looks to be an unbranded FiiO UTWS3. Any word on if that is still worth ~$30?

No issues fitting any IEMs while attached to the BT20 Pro. I don’t think it has AptX. From what I remember, the ones with the zipper case don’t fit with the IEMs attached. The case for the BT20 Pro is BEEFY though. I can’t imagine keeping it in my pocket with anything else in there, and even...

I don’t think the B-pin AZ09 Pro exists. It lists as always sold out on AliExpress. Sorry, I didn’t mention that, my AZ09 is B-pin. I think Amazon has them, but I got mine off AliExpress. Interestingly, the pins are longer on the TRN, and I notice it holds in place better on the TRN.

I returned them. The plastic is way too floppy for my liking, wouldn’t stay behind my ear. That’s definitely a personal fit thing, so YMMV. I did just get in the AZ09 and TRN BT20 Pro, and easily prefer both of those. The AZ09 fits my ear the best, and I like the less flexible plastic while...

Also, another thing: I’m playing around with poweramp to look up presets, then move them natively to the HiBy Music app when I find one I like for my headphones. I noticed that it doesn’t seem to be a 1 to 1 in sound when moving presets on the 10 band EQ over. Any reasoning for that?

I know it’s far from a “main use case” for this player, but I was testing Bluetooth adapters recently. I found the KZ AZ09 works great with the R4, but the TRN BT20 Pro sound absolutely awful. Only reasoning I can think is Bluetooth 5.2 in the KZ and 5.3 in the TRN. Any Android people have any...

So a couple things as a newb to DAPs/Android as a whole. Are y’all using the native EQ or a third party app like Poweramp? Are you using the hiby music app and linking it with your streaming service or just using the streaming service app? Still loving my device.

lol “nothing good about this device” there’s tons of people that love them. People come to forums to find answers for questions and try to fix issues. They don’t come here every day when it’s working good just to say, “my player is still working great!”

Got mine today. Streaming on hi gain to test (low gain between 55-65 volume seems to do just fine) and it only gets as warm as my phone when doing intensive tasks. Very happy with it so far.

So I like the IEM Bluetooth adapters for sound, but the mic on all of them is awful. What is the best TWS for phone calls? Is the AirPod pro the only way to go (I have an iPhone) or are there other (less expensive) options to explore?

Apparently mine is in a black hole called DHL west of Atlanta. Maybe I’ll see it someday.

Ohhhhh boy

Went through a little back and forth recently with the AZ09/Pro. Got the AZ09 as a gift from Amazon, tried them, thought they were fine, but was curious about potential improvements of the Pro for only a couple dollars more. I only have an iPhone, but have a Hiby R4 ordered, but the AptX is...

And I’m sitting here still waiting for mine to leave Guangdong…

Cool, I was leaning towards the HE400SE because of price. I'm aware there's some QC issues, but I'll buy on Amazon and return if I have issues.