[rlw6534]

1. Hiby R3 II functions as a Bluetooth DAC connecting to computer/phone just like BTR5/BTR7/Q5K.

Yes, it can function as a bluetooth DAC (receiver), but no AptX support. It does do SBC, LDAC and AAC though. And it can transmit as well to BT headphones (perhaps that it obvious).

1. There's probably also a wired DAC mode for phone/computer? (not a dealbreaker)

Yes in wired mode it can act as an external DAC. It can also be a source for another DAC (I use it with my Mojo 2).

You might want to study the specifications, it's a very useful device:

https://store.hiby.com/products/hiby-r3-ii

 

[DannyDanz]

Yes, it can function as a bluetooth DAC (receiver), but no AptX support. It does do SBC, LDAC and AAC though. And it can transmit as well to BT headphones (perhaps that it obvious).

Sweet, thanks for clarifying One more question - any other similar DAPs competing with this one at the moment, or is this one the top dog right now (considering size, price, features, etc.)? I just don't know much about DAPs at all

 

[XTF1]

Sweet, thanks for clarifying One more question - any other similar DAPs competing with this one at the moment, or is this one the top dog right now (considering size, price, features, etc.)? I just don't know much about DAPs at all

• Hiby R2-II: 3.5mm only, but pretty much the same (very!) long list of features.
• Shanling M0 Pro: super compact, no WiFi, balanced output through a cable adapter.
• Shanling M1S: positioned as higher-end (not so sure…)

 

[rlw6534]

Sweet, thanks for clarifying One more question - any other similar DAPs competing with this one at the moment, or is this one the top dog right now (considering size, price, features, etc.)? I just don't know much about DAPs at all

There isn't much competition in this segment of the market, IMO the R3 II is the best. Shanling and Hidizs do make a few competing products, but I don't think they are as feature rich as the Hiby.

 

[XTF1]

There isn't much competition in this segment of the market, IMO the R3 II is the best. Shanling and Hidizs do make a few competing products, but I don't think they are as feature rich as the Hiby.

Forgot about the Hidisz. Good catch!

 

[DannyDanz]

Saw this in the Shanling M1S thread - "But R3 II has got rather big - and very annoying - lag on commands execution at BT-receiver mode." Anyone experiencing this?

 

[silverfishla]

Saw this in the Shanling M1S thread - "But R3 II has got rather big - and very annoying - lag on commands execution at BT-receiver mode." Anyone experiencing this?

Well, the Bluetooth is not that stable at the moment. I hope they keep working on it.

 

[pastorernie]

Hi, just purchased the Hiby R3 pro ii. Qobuz doesn't work. I get an error message each time I chose a piece to play. Any suggestions? - Ernie

 

[Uprox]

Am I will be correct if I say: SQ of R3-II is between R3pro (Cirrus CS43131 x 2) and R5-II?
If we take only the SQ, is there a big gap between R3-II vs R5-II?

 

[XTF1]

Edited

 

[DannyDanz]

• Hiby R2-II: 3.5mm only, but pretty much the same (very!) long list of features.
• Shanling M0 Pro: super compact, no WiFi, balanced output through a cable adapter.
• Shanling M1S: positioned as higher-end (not so sure…)

Ended up getting Shanling M1s on sale after watching ZEOS video where he breaks down the weird design, faster processor etc., would have been a tougher choice without the Bluetooth issues on Hiby but I just don't wanna take any risks with having to send stuff back. Thanks guys

 

[HuoYuanJia]

So v1.1 didn‘t improve on any of my complaints. The only thing I noticed is that album art loads a bit faster (but still won‘t load for 50% at all).

Instead, I tried to feed a Ferrum ERCO via USB-OTG and it was a catastrophe. The Hiby froze up, didn‘t respond, played wrong titles, etc.. Disconnect, reboot, reconnect, play one track, … and then the same all over. Completely unusable!

I really can‘t recommend this device, sorry.

 

[InvisibleInk]

So v1.1 didn‘t improve on any of my complaints. The only thing I noticed is that album art loads a bit faster (but still won‘t load for 50% at all).

Instead, I tried to feed a Ferrum ERCO via USB-OTG and it was a catastrophe. The Hiby froze up, didn‘t respond, played wrong titles, etc.. Disconnect, reboot, reconnect, play one track, … and then the same all over. Completely unusable!

I really can‘t recommend this device, sorry.

See if you can find an xDuoo X10T II. It is designed to be a pure digital transport, and should work better with the Ertso.

 

[HuoYuanJia]

See if you can find an xDuoo X10T II. It is designed to be a pure digital transport, and should work better with the Ertso.

That’s indeed an interesting device! Seems to be sold out / discontinued. I hope they’re working on a successor.

 

[XTF1]

That’s indeed an interesting device! Seems to be sold out / discontinued. I hope they’re working on a successor.

Still based on Hiby OS though…