HiBy R6 PRO II - My favorite DAP under $1000

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  • Опубліковано 4 гру 2024

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  • @MaxisMaximal
    @MaxisMaximal Рік тому +6

    Better than Fiio M15S?

  • @emilianpredescu3477
    @emilianpredescu3477 Рік тому +7

    Well...this will probably be my first Hiby purchase. You convinced me to pull the trigger on one cute not so little unit🙂 Unlike others I love the design and I heard many great things about their software. So can't wait to get my hands on one. Great detailed review, as always, what would I do without you? My old FiiO needed retirement and this review arrived at the perfect time. Thank you👍🤗

    • @michaellazaar1838
      @michaellazaar1838 Рік тому +3

      If purchased, any comments to make on your new acquisition.

    • @mitchhifi9192
      @mitchhifi9192 8 місяців тому +1

      The purple one with Campfire Andromedas really looks the part. Just saw on a review and my Andromedas seem to be begging for a new friend

  • @stephengriffin1541
    @stephengriffin1541 Рік тому +3

    I’ve just bought this dap in purple. As I got it for a killer price I took the plunge as I really wanted a good streaming dap as my old Astell and kern sr15 has strangely stopped connecting to wifi or Bluetooth (if anyone has a fix for this let me know). Anyway as I decided to make it a Christmas present to myself apart from checking it works and plays ok I’m not getting it out of the box until Christmas (restraint). My opinion on it on the small preview I gave it is it is nowhere close to the open holographic sound of the sr15. I still love it though as it looks amazing, it’s purple, it has all the crazy eq stuff. It streams, it has a great screen, and a lovely case. Not sure if my brain will burn in to increase my opinion of the sound but I’m still very happy to have it and start playing with it on Christmas Day🙂

  • @mickydbirds11
    @mickydbirds11 11 днів тому

    great video, would you still rate this over the ibasso dx180?

  • @kenchi5030
    @kenchi5030 Рік тому +2

    I recently got this second hand as an upgrade to the tempotec v6 which I actually love and use as a source for my home hifi system. However, whilst the r6pro2 sounds definitely much better than the v6 using headphones, the line out performance somehow just sounds veiled and even harsh compared to the tempotec v6, (I suspect mostly above 3-4khz range as I could somewhat fix it with mseb and increased the LHF Sibilencd, Air), I don't know if this is normal or if my unit has problem or needs to burn in more, also V6 actually let me use high gain on LineOut which is great since I use it as a source for my 300b tube amp... How would a desktop dac like topping e70 velvet compare to a dap like the r6pro2 in sound quality? Would a desktop DAC be much better to be used for home hifi system because of the internal components?

  • @madcrabber1113
    @madcrabber1113 Рік тому +2

    Are replacement batteries available?

  • @Rezzzn0r
    @Rezzzn0r Рік тому +1

    Hello, how does it compare to Shanling M8? I know M8 is a flagship, but it can be bought now around 800 bucks ;)

  • @odensunboxing4887
    @odensunboxing4887 Місяць тому

    how does this compared to hiby r4 just want to know the audio quality difference because i heard r4 are better to most of hiby new dap

  • @jackschrier3717
    @jackschrier3717 Рік тому +3

    please stop making me buy DAPs! (great watch, thanks for all the great vids)

  • @anuragsaha145
    @anuragsaha145 Рік тому +5

    how does to compare to the Fiio m15s in terms of speed and dynamics?

  • @jaroslavfricek7772
    @jaroslavfricek7772 Рік тому +3

    Thank you for great review ❗️ ❤️Wonder how does it soundwise compare to ibasso 320...❓🙋‍♂️

    • @Soundnews
      @Soundnews  Рік тому +4

      Sadly, I never tried an iBasso unit. I should try my luck again :)

  • @jorgeluisfernandez2560
    @jorgeluisfernandez2560 6 місяців тому +1

    Im looking for a dap that can drive headphones like hd800s, hifiman planar and other over headphones, do you think this dap have the power to drive them? Or maybe fiio m23 or m6 ultra? Thanks a lot

  • @frederf69
    @frederf69 Рік тому +3

    there is no correlation between price and performance when it comes to audio. i was going to get this dap but decided on the m1s as its more pocket sized.
    good review drum bro!! ✌😎👍

    • @LT15313
      @LT15313 7 місяців тому

      Oh yeah? And what high / lower end products have you compared that support you claim?

  • @Станислав-ы5в
    @Станислав-ы5в 11 місяців тому

    Hiby R6 Pro II or ibasso dx240 amp8 mk2? What's better?

  • @taliosnz
    @taliosnz Рік тому +1

    Got my unit last week - only using PlexAmp on it for music - live the unit but man it's battery does suck - however.... That seems mostly wifi, and turning on idle power off, battery saver seems like an idea I'm investigating.
    Interestingly - your comment about the bezels - it looks bezel-less but the screen is still not to the edges, and there's a big display gap at the bottom of the display.

    • @Soundnews
      @Soundnews  Рік тому +2

      It's not entirely bezel less like a modern smartphone, but it looks like that when I'm comparing it to other DAPs I have around me.

  • @ScottoGrotto
    @ScottoGrotto Рік тому

    Excellent review as always!
    I always come away from your reviews feeling like I have a pretty good understanding about a product!
    Reviews on this hiby have been few so far, so you’ve provided a welcomed service to the community, thank you!
    I have the Hiby R6 pro i, it has sounded good overall, especially the balanced output.
    I had trouble getting v1 hiby pro to sync with dacs except my chord mojo.
    Have you tried using the vii hiby pro as a dac source?
    Also, I might have missed this, but can you play and charge simultaneously?
    Thanks

  • @revan.3994
    @revan.3994 8 місяців тому

    Can this unit power the FiiO FT5 planar? You said in the FT5 review that most portable DAPs were too "underpowered" for this headphone to really shine and the FT5 sounded underwhelming. Please let me know what you think and if there is another portable DAP which actually suits the FT5? Thanks a lot in advance! You got a new subscriber 💪🤘👍

  • @salvadorherrera7686
    @salvadorherrera7686 Рік тому +4

    🤘🏻

  • @rtnjo6936
    @rtnjo6936 Рік тому

    guys, I'm a newbee, I have a question: purchased Sennheiser IE 600 today, they are still being delivered, and I have a $100 Volt 2 interface, will it carry the EI 600? Should I purchase anything else to gain full power from IE?

  • @keithjohnson2863
    @keithjohnson2863 Рік тому +2

    Does this bypass android audio system resampling to 48 kHz on the USB digital output?

    • @Soundnews
      @Soundnews  Рік тому +3

      Hiby says so, but there is no way to check that out

    • @keithjohnson2863
      @keithjohnson2863 Рік тому

      @@Soundnews The Topping D90 displays the sampling rate of the incoming signal. The reason I asked is that I use my DAP as a streaming source at my desk , feeding my D90, then analog to my Keces E40 amp. Occasionally I'll use it with my 7Hz Timeless IEMs. My current DAP is the Shanling M3X, I'm looking to upgrade in the next few months. The R6 Pro II might be overkill for my use cases, I will probably go with the R6 Gen III. Thanks for your response.

    • @taliosnz
      @taliosnz Рік тому

      @@Soundnews oddly using Plexamp playing some 24/96 I have going thru the 3.5mm I see 48khz in the status bar - will try that with USB when I get home from this gig. Not sure if that's Plexamp tho so will install Tidal or something as well.

  • @zgreeeg
    @zgreeeg Рік тому

    How would you compare Hiby R6 pro II to Shanling M3U, M6U, M7?

  • @petrpulpytel
    @petrpulpytel Рік тому +2

    thx Sandu for great review👍how does it stand against Topping G5 (sound quality only)? for IEMs and easy to drive HPs.. many thanks

    • @Soundnews
      @Soundnews  Рік тому +4

      G5 is more powerful and could drive much harder loads. They are more or less as detailed and clean sounding, the difference is mostly happening in the tonality department and in the way the music flows. G5 sounds like a traditional D/S design, nothing wrong about that, but Hiby's unit has a better flow with acoustic music and a more organic midrange that isn't there on the G5. G5 is mostly ultra-linear and clean sounding, while R6 PRO has a "warm-ish" tint that adds more weight in the midrange and removes grain and digitus from the treble.

    • @petrpulpytel
      @petrpulpytel Рік тому +2

      @@Soundnews thanks Sandu for very detailed answer, much appreciated👍👍

  • @ericburgos
    @ericburgos Рік тому

    I tried this one on a passaround and much preferred my Shanling M6 Ultra for my music tastes.

    • @funcionyforma
      @funcionyforma Рік тому

      Hi, i'm between this two devices. Can you share some experience of both? What's their main differences?

  • @Gambit166
    @Gambit166 Рік тому +2

    The R6 Pro II is definitely one of the best mid-range DAP. However, I prefer Sony's ZX-707 (uncapped, Japanese version) for its better battery life.

    • @VikramB-l1z
      @VikramB-l1z Рік тому

      How would you define 707's sound? I am in a similar spot, I am considering even HiBy R6 III (Gen 3) or Shanling M3 Ultra

    • @theodorezurla496
      @theodorezurla496 Рік тому

      @@VikramB-l1z I’m literally in the same boat

    • @wislan.nogueira
      @wislan.nogueira Рік тому

      That I was looking for. Some feedback between Zx707 and Pro 2. Any more advice?

    • @theodorezurla496
      @theodorezurla496 Рік тому

      @@wislan.nogueira so far lookin like m3 ultra makes the most sense to me being the most portable

    • @wislan.nogueira
      @wislan.nogueira Рік тому +1

      @@theodorezurla496 I just returned R6 III. Amazing DAP but the volume wheel is annoying. So, I was between Astell&Kern 35, Sony Zx707 Japanese and HiBy Pro II.

  • @michaellazaar1838
    @michaellazaar1838 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for this informative video. I am trying to decide between this Hiby r6 pro II and the Shanling M7. Anybody's opinion is sought after.

    • @Soundnews
      @Soundnews  Рік тому +1

      If you need to drive IEMs only, I would get the R6 Pro II, if you need to drive harder loads, including desktop headphones, then M7 would do that better

  • @CesarDelgadoPeralta
    @CesarDelgadoPeralta Рік тому +1

    Is an iPhone charger (20w) suitable to charge the Hiby r6 pro II?

    • @Soundnews
      @Soundnews  Рік тому +2

      I see no reason, why it shouldn't. I tried a 45 and then a 65 watt charger, both of which worked fanstastic.

    • @Sinisteroid
      @Sinisteroid 3 місяці тому

      This DAP has a PD mode that allows it to charge at a maximum power of 18 watts. I didn't notice that the device was consuming more than 15 watts while charging with the 100-watt Baseus charger.

  • @xxsirxfuryxx6122
    @xxsirxfuryxx6122 Рік тому +1

    Hey man great videos, please help me, between this DAP and shanling m6 ultra, which one should i choose? I care about the warmth of the sound and smoothness of the os, I already have sony wm1am2 which I LOVE its sound and fiio m15s which is way too neutral, please help me here

  • @Aqil.Samedov
    @Aqil.Samedov Рік тому

    I wonder does it sound better than iBasso DX300 (320)? 😊

    • @dave91863
      @dave91863 Рік тому

      I would say its on par with the ibasso dx220 maybe the 240 but cannot compete with the 300 or 320

  • @Flavius7
    @Flavius7 Рік тому +2

    Design is always subjective, and I subjectively dislike it🙂 But I know software and components are the strongest arguments of Hiby. Still far from being interested to get one, but I trust the company to change my mind in the future.

    • @hibymusic1566
      @hibymusic1566 Рік тому +2

      Software and components are the strongest arguments of Hiby
      Getting such recognition, even if we doesn't make you our customer, is already very worthwhile❤

    • @Flavius7
      @Flavius7 Рік тому

      @@hibymusic1566 It's the truth and you deserve recognition. Your users acknowledge that. Congratulations!

  • @cy1656
    @cy1656 Рік тому

    Hello
    This player can push Sony ier-z1r ?

    • @ElNINETEENTH
      @ElNINETEENTH 10 місяців тому +1

      Most iems I’d say I’m using it with Mest mk2 and Geae

  • @plt9999
    @plt9999 Рік тому +2

    Nice try Sandu but device has weird positioning: price, weak power and battery

    • @jamesmiller4487
      @jamesmiller4487 Рік тому +2

      Did you even watch this review? If you had you would have seen this was actually spoken to. Yes, battery and power are less than desired. Made up for in other categories, at least for the reviewer. Your conclusions of course could be different.

    • @karolkedzierski5824
      @karolkedzierski5824 Рік тому

      Price???

  • @beyondtheuniverse999
    @beyondtheuniverse999 Рік тому

    Hey, if I use this as bluetooth reciver does it sound better than BTR7? And also does the battery life remain same?

    • @Sinisteroid
      @Sinisteroid 3 місяці тому

      Of course it much better) Consumption is little more than without Bluetooth

  • @VikramB-l1z
    @VikramB-l1z Рік тому

    Hello, please help and guide me. So I was waiting for R6 Pro II, it would have been out of my budget, however, it's battery life is making me give up on it.
    I have two other options HiBy R6 III (Gen 3) or Shanling M3 Ultra, they are in a similar price range. Could you help me with one of these two, or suggest a third option. My music choices are classic rock, or some modern bands, etc. Thank You.

  • @minhbu95
    @minhbu95 Рік тому

    Hi! What do you think between this, the AK SR35 (which just came out a few months ago), and the Mojo 2?
    Sounds quality wise (with Mojo 2 connected to an Android phone), what is your best pick? Would really love your opinions to help with my purchase 😊😊

  • @KS_1990
    @KS_1990 Рік тому

    Be careful with this brand. I got r6 pro 2020, and the memory card does not work after 4 months. Buy at your own risk

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    @igrvass Рік тому

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