[Nolbert0]

@Hawaiibadboy, or anybody else with a demo model:

Can you share some of your experiences with circumaural headphones with the R3 single ended? I'm on a very restricted (read: sub dial-up speeds) bandwidth as I'm currently working on a ship so streaming videos is an absolute no-no here, so unfortunately, I haven't been able to watch any of your vids. I ask because I've got cauliflower ears so I can't wear IEMs. The R3 sounded like the perfect (granted, not necessary) replacement for my M2s, which I already found a prospective buyer for until I read about the headphone power output. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

FYI, my current out-and-about headphones are Sennheiser HD380.

 

[hqssui]

@Joe Bloggs , Wondering if a PEQ feature will be added in the future Fw version? I have seen PEQ mentioned in some posts in R6 thread, hence the query. Thanks

 

[originalsnuffy]

HiBy, I feel mixed. I am very excited about your two products and it looks like you are going to be a formidable player in the industry going forward. I am pretty darn sure the R3 is in my future; I held off on the R6 mainly because I was concerned about the impedance issue.

But here is where I feel mixed. I have this uncertain feeling that as a company you will be as committed to supporting your software/firmware customers. In particular, the Cayin N5II is still far too buggy than it should be (the biggest issue being random pauses out of nowhere for higher bitrate material like SACD ISO files). I just have the feeling that supporting your corporate customers will no longer be a high priority. Can you talk me down from the ledge?

 

[iKudo]

Kickstart page
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/844915658/769925984?ref=461593&token=202173bf

It will be 179$ For super early bird
And they offer a leather case for 15$

 

[CactusPete23]

With regard to pricing I think $229 is the discounted, kickstarter price. The actual street price may actually be a bit higher.

HiBy, I feel mixed. I am very excited about your two products and it looks like you are going to be a formidable player in the industry going forward. I am pretty darn sure the R3 is in my future; I held off on the R6 mainly because I was concerned about the impedance issue.

But here is where I feel mixed. I have this uncertain feeling that as a company you will be as committed to supporting your software/firmware customers. In particular, the Cayin N5II is still far too buggy than it should be (the biggest issue being random pauses out of nowhere for higher bitrate material like SACD ISO files). I just have the feeling that supporting your corporate customers will no longer be a high priority. Can you talk me down from the ledge?

The Super Early Bird Price at Kickstarter is now shown @ $179. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/844915658/769925984?ref=461593&token=202173bf

NOTE: Project is NOT live(available) until March 27th !

 

[Soham Sengupta]

Kickstart page
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/844915658/769925984?ref=461593&token=202173bf

It will be 179$ For super early bird
And they offer a leather case for 15$

Nice post! Thanks for updating us. Also, can you tell us how many super early bird positions are available?

 

[Zachik]

Kickstart page
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/844915658/769925984?ref=461593&token=202173bf

It will be 179$ For super early bird
And they offer a leather case for 15$

Perfect - thanks!
@Joe Bloggs - how many units are expected in super early bird level? I am going to be mid-flight (international 12 hour flight) when KS starts
Likely will miss this level... will sell fast I am sure!!

 

[Panimation]

hmmm... only 2.4ghz wifi banding, not sure how that will go for tidal streaming but everything else seems super promising. Will most likely join the kickstarter when it launches

 

[ballog]

Kickstart page
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/844915658/769925984?ref=461593&token=202173bf

It will be 179$ For super early bird
And they offer a leather case for 15$

Any info about shipping cost?

 

[Zachik]

Any info about shipping cost?

"Free worldwide shipping" (from KS page)

 

[Meelis]

Can it be made of titanium? Al so, the micro-sd slot might have cover that can be screwed in with 2 screws, because after one would insert nice big card, the music management would go via usb-c or wireless.

 

[CactusPete23]

Can it be made of titanium? Al so, the micro-sd slot might have cover that can be screwed in with 2 screws, because after one would insert nice big card, the music management would go via usb-c or wireless.

I must be getting old, because at times I can not tell when someone has a serious question/comment, and when they are joking.

 

[Meelis]

Yes i'm serious. The micro sd cover would help against dust (can use at work environment).
And titanium is very affordable, durable and easy to mill.

 

[ddr]

I'm mainly an Apple Music user at the moment. How useful would something like this be compared to a standalone amp/dac connected to and iOS device, or a full-fledged android dap (more $$)?

 

[iJay]

I'm mainly an Apple Music user at the moment. How useful would something like this be compared to a standalone amp/dac connected to and iOS device, or a full-fledged android dap (more $$)?

I’m guessing not useful at all. Since the is Hiby custom OS the only streaming service currently is Tidal. It may be a while, if ever, for other services to be built. At least from what I’ve seen. Better to get a dac/amp that is iOS compatible.