REVIEW! Hidizs AP80 Pro - The Good & The Bad

In this review of the Hidizs AP80 Pro digital audio player, we'll take a look at what I think are the 5 best things about it... as well as the 5 worst.
0:00 Intro & Price
02:03 Cringe
02:10 Build quality & Controls
07:30 Software & UI
08:50 UI quirks
13:20 Battery life
14:50 Power output
16:30 Audio fades
18:30 EQ options
21:50 Conclusion & Rating
22:40 Audience Q&A
23:50 Why use an MP3 player?
26:50 AP80 Pro sound quality
29:55 FM radio tuner
34:20 AP80 Pro vs. Sony A45
36:50 Syncing music
39:10 Comfort in the hand
40:40 Best budget Android DAP?
44:10 What's next on Super* Review
44:50 Blon BL-05 review
46:05 My mouse!
47:45 Budget headphone rec
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[@SuperReview]

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[@urbanistgod]

I think you should really review the first wireless headphones from Shure, the Aonic 50. They’re supposedly hi-fi wireless headphones competing with the Bose 700 and the Wh1000xm3, but with a neutral balanced sound so it’d be really interesting to see a review from you especially considering that you’re an audiophile.

[@urbanistgod]

Nomad Excuse me, you are not allowed to ask a question. I’m asking the question.

[@urbanistgod]

Nomad XD

[@THEMATT222]

Loooks like a flater version of Fiio m5

[@urbanistgod]

THE MATT 222 Excuse me, this is my reply section. Do not comment here.

[@parall4x]

thanks for the attention to detail on this one. appreciate all of the finer UI points

[@SuperReview]

IMO UI is the biggest differentiator with these players.

[@AveryDelMiller]

I used to watch Michromatic all the time so I'm super glad you're still making stuff!

[@SuperReview]

Once upon a time.

[@dinkidink5912]

Thanks for the review, I was able to get a very good overview of how this DAP works. I'm still rocking a Sansa Clip+ running Rockbox but am thinking about an upgrade, maybe to the AP80 Pro-X. With the volume issue I use Replaygain and with my listening habits it means I rarely need to adjust the volume, a few clicks here or there is all I need. I know the Hidizs players support Replaygain which is why I'm considering one of their DAPs, but I'm kinda surprised sticking my head back into the hifi world again that no reviewers seem to so much as mention it. It's such an invaluable tool I won't do without.

[@nuraman00]

I have a Sansa Fuze+ that runs Rockbox. I like Rockbox. Battery just died so I'm searching for alternatives.

[@CandiceSongpcb]

Thank you for the excellent review always

[@seanpatrickcortesiano5310]

for the fade you can disable it by going in play settings you can find it there

[@SuperReview]

You sure? What's the setting? I enabled gapless playback, which removed the fade-in when going from one song to the next -- but only helps if you let the previous song finish.

[@juniperl1336]

10:58 I use cover art to recognize song and artist quickly too. And boy I recognized that album art 'Babymaker 2' by Night Tempo, I bought that album too 💯

[@SuperReview]

It's good stuff 👀

[@MultiGotch]

I like your taste in music :)

[@michaellorenson2997]

Excellent, thanks!

[@DeepishMoog]

Enjoying your reviews; they're practical, real-world. I can get tech specs elsewhere, easily. The little quarks/cons of a device can add up to a bigger annoyance. I think your 3/5 review is fair. Wish it were more responsive (album art on scroll), and the knob could be user customized with update (greater volume gain per turn, if you like). Great size though.

[@ivanbudruev8820]

Thank you for the review. Nice and compact but a lot of things that bugged you also would bug me and at some point it becomes too distracting to deal with. That's a dealbreaker for me. No other review mentioned these things, you went above and beyond)

[@robberezowski68]

I agree, same here. Moving along to reviews of other DAPs. Also I found it funny that the album cover thata was used as a demonstration looked like the screen was broken with those horizontal lines. When the reviewer mentioned that he recently dropped it, I actually had to look up the album cover to see that indeed those horizontal lines are on the album and not from a damaged screen. Ya can never been too thorough!

[@krishnakabcdefg]

Hi, your reviews are clear and very informative. Can you please compare AP80 vs Sony NW-a105. Thank you

[@SuperReview]

A105 is Android and that makes a bunch of predictable differences. I prefer A105 personally.

[@fthprodphoto-video5357]

Hi thanks for this review ! I want to buy 2 DAP players : a portable one for my daughter and one for myself (essentially to stream from Bluetooth or plug it into my tuner) For my daughter I really hesitate between the Fiio M5 (easy interface but small screen, plays pictures too) the Iby R2 and the Hidzs AP80. The latest two players seem to have a bigger screen which is more comfortable to read song titles but I truly hesitate with the Fiio M5 due to its user friendly interface. What do you guys think ? The player has to have excellent Bluetooth because she needs to stream it trough her boombox and headsets. Thank you 😊

[@mattialemboluscari8774]

2:18 one of the most OOF moments I've ever seen My condolences 🥺

[@SuperReview]

That's why the old saying goes, Never attempt a box spin on a live stream.

[@GawainDragon]

Hi! I loved your reviw! If you still read comments i would like to ask if the hd80 pro trough the 3.5 could run the bd dt770 pro 80 ohm? I am looking for a budget player that could do it but there is no good information about the powers.

[@SuperReview]

I suspect it will be no problem, but it's not a combo I've tested.

[@drbooo]

You can swipe up and down to change the volume immediately

[@jokerloco4131]

Hallo, excelent video, is this Mp3 compatible with Samsungs Buds or with Apple Airpods?. Thanks.

[@SuperReview]

I didn't try with those, but it has Bluetooth, should work but without the apps 👍

[@floydhayes]

Fine review! Good music taste too, well apart from Dire Straits ;). Couple of things: You’re the second reviewer to mention awkwardness with one finger operation of the volume button. I’ve had mine a month now and maybe I’ve just got fluid but I find it really easy. Just using the side of the top of my finger, even in my pocket when cycling. The Fade thing I haven’t noticed and I believe you can toggle that in the settings? I listen to albums all the way through so I may have missed this quirk. The SIM card has never left my player, I use the charging cord to attach to my mac to drag music onto it. I also have the rubbery case (which came with it) to protect the port with my nice 512gb card inside, safe and sound. PS - there is a Copper version of this in the wild, I REALLY want it but yeah....not made of money etc. I’d conclude, as a N00b to the audiophile scene, I think this player is an excellent starting point and represents good value for money. I love mine.

[@SuperReview]

I'd have to see your knob-spinning technique, I definitely can't get it to work for me :(

[@prabhuja7554]

Eager to grab mine 2021 Floyd...blue vibrant...only model we have in good supply India

[@prabhuja7554]

How can I use balanced one bro...can I use IEM balanced wires or we need balanced headphones 🎧

[@ckhong3569]

Hello! Can the volume knob, and the buttons for that matter, be used with the screen off without turning the screen on?

[@Heldermaior]

The fade is a setting definitely. You can turn it off.

[@WilloMendy01]

Bro! @GunsandGuitars is going to release a vid on Custom IEM this week. You should also considering Custom IEM as well. Loving the LIVESTREAMS

[@LuisPerez-ou8uc]

Hello my friend, thanks for making such good videos. I wanted to ask you in your opinion if this model, the hidizs Ap80, is better or worse than the Sony NW A105, which one is better and why would you choose to buy, because I am in doubt. Thank you very much.

[@SuperReview]

I personally prefer Sony A105.

[@MrRobin9006]

Review the Hiby R3 Pro Saber edition

[@nuraman00]

Even if you haven't listened to it specifically, how do you think the Hidizs compared to a Sansa Fuze+, in terms of sound?

[@killerbean5343]

Just got mine today and happy to report no adiuo fades thank god

[@SuperReview]

Oh did they change it?

[@killerbean5343]

@@SuperReview nope I watched your review after I ordered it and was worried about that issue so when I got it I realized mine didn't have that issue and am relived

[@aliyocean]

Hi.. thanks for the review, much details. But for newbie, i want to know, if i use 2.5mm jack converter from 3.5mm IEM (now i only have 3.5mm jack headphones/IEM), is it still get balanced power? Thanks alot.

[@SuperReview]

No.

[@Poschmane]

May just a hint...i disabled "gapeless playback" and "crossfade" in "play settings" (the menu when u scroll to the very right above the exit) and dont have any issues you mentioned. The confusing thing is that in system settings only a few settings regarding sound are shown but if you open "play settings" there are so many things to adjust like filters and playback gain and also for people who dont own so many different iem's there is the soundfield (soundstage) setting you can regulate. (I think son has also something similiar) Also if you want to use the buttons when screen is in sleep mode u can activate it in system settings. I dont found the issue you mentioned with pause and play when screen is off. A big bonus of this player is its weight if you compare it with Shanling Q1. Hidizs is usually offering a leathercase with a Belt Clip and an armband which makes it comfortable to use it for any workout or sport. Also worth to mention is that u dont need any special software to load music on the player. When the SD card ( some people say 1TB is working but i heard also only 512GB is feasible) is inside you can connect the player to your computer via usbc-USB cable and just create folders or drg and drop. Also something what i appreciate is the fact that you can create and name playlists on the player itself. For the sound this little player is really outstanding in my opinion for a player beneath 200 Dollars because it has a very good micro detail translation and natural sound. And of course the insane opportunities to tune the sound with filters, EQ, MSB and soundstage makes it really great for starters who want to step into the mysteries of detailed sound. Of course its annoying to adjust settings like EQ and MSB on this little screen with bigger fingers but if someone is patient and wants a player which is definitly smaller like a smartphone and offers great sound and resolution also with balanced jack its really a great device. At least me it made me hungry to invest now more money into a bigger DAP also...:-)

[@SuperReview]

Interesting, if I disable "Gapless," I get the fade all the time -- with "Gapless" enabled, it won't fade the beginning of a song IF I get to the beginning of that song by finishing the previous song. I've already got "Crossfade" disabled :\

[@prabhuja7554]

It was great Poschmane ...many points u stated will chek out

[@michaellorenson2997]

Really great info, thanks!

[@kimL9000]

that and the new sony walkman, I know the Walkman is better but what are the differences in term of audio quality? what is price range of the headphones to start showing the different between the two products?

[@SuperReview]

The AP80 has some advantages -- it gets louder and has no detectable noise floor (hiss) on sensitive IEMs. I find it's a bit brighter than the Sony, not necessary good or bad, just different. IMO neither of these is objectively "better" than the other in sound, both sound good. But you can probably hear the difference on $40 SSRs.

[@marcinkoziel24]

Hello good review, I have a question is the color bright red or a typical Chinese burgundy color?

[@SuperReview]

The color in this video is a good representation of what I see in person. It's pretty bright red, with a bit of a satin sheen.

[@davidmurray9193]

I'm looking at two but can only afford one, this one and the surfans f20, do you have an idea on both, I'm looking for ease of usability and a strong Bluetooth connection to my Ruroc motorcycle helmet incorporating the best for value

[@nuraman00]

Is there another DAP, other than the Hidiz, that you like, that has FM radio?

[@motionsick]

Clanky UI is a deal breaker if im going to switch from my Note20Ultra. Really would like a dedicated device with audio jacks.

[@celtmagic5558]

Ive broken my optical out from my soundcard will this be a good replacement even as a preamp to my power amp for casual gaming and youtube music

[@megajago990]

i saw capcom in your song database you listen too video game soundtracks?

[@urbanistgod]

I think you should really review the first wireless headphones from Shure, the Aonic 50. They’re supposedly hi-fi wireless headphones competing with the Bose 700 and the Wh1000xm3, but with a neutral balanced sound so it’d be really interesting to see a review from you especially considering that you’re an audiophile.

[@SuperReview]

They look handsome, but man, $400 👀

[@urbanistgod]

Super* Review Buy them, make the review, and return them if you wanna get your money back 😅. You can buy the black model for 350 on Amazon.

[@clementmanohar3277]

So which one we have to buy

[@rsdno]

I love my Sony Walkman NW-a55 sounds great easy to use and each model since the NW-a35 has more DAC and has great Battery Life ,its between the DH 80 AP80 in your case and the Sony was $50 more but the AP80 was a big improvement over the awful AP60 ,I know songs by their first note, especially down beat

[@thereisonlycis3566]

If Sony had Bluetooth and water resistance they would control the market

[@misnerll]

I have the original AP-80 and agree with most of your observations. My biggest beef is that I too, prefer to browse by artist, and defaulting to song view is bigly annoying. I also have the Hiby R3 and if I need to go out, I will almost always grab the AP-80. BTW, this version of Hiby OS is running on Linux.

[@SuperReview]

How's the R3 compare to the AP80? Same UI?

[@misnerll]

@@SuperReview The UI's are exactly the same. The bigger screen does allow you to select the alphabetic letters on the side if you don't have super fat fingers. The R3 also has OTA S/W update which is nice, and has been updated more often that the AP-80. Even though the R3 has a balanced output, I think the AP-80 has better power single-ended, which is why I'm not going to the Pro version that you have.

[@floydhayes]

Sorry to double comment but I have one major request for this player : it really needs a search function. Yes it will be tricky on the small screen but if you can tap in the first 4 letters and get to what you need that would be useful. So many bands start with “the” and scrolling through that lot to find, say, The Smiths is a little annoying when you are walking about . O/w splendid device!

[@SuperReview]

Sony recently added a search function to the A105, which is pretty slick. Though TBH, I haven't used it much.

[@22088011]

Player has coaxial 3.5 out put ? Thank you

[@dawiddabrowski3279]

What headphones will be good for this dac

[@s.ismail537]

Hello, really nice review. Can you please spell the player with the nice volume control Zechen z2...i hope it is still available for purchase..

[@SuperReview]

Zishan Z2

[@s.ismail537]

@@SuperReview thank you, no chance to purchase. Everywhere out of stock.

[@s.ismail537]

@@SuperReview can you recommend an other good budget player with a good volume control like the Zichen z2? Max. 400€

[@michelles2299]

What is the, sound quality please? can you attach external speakers to use for zumba class? Or is the sound quality good enough without speakers

[@SuperReview]

It'll work for Tae Bo class, but probably not Zumba. Sorry, joking -- this has no built-in speaker, you will need to attach it to a speaker if you want it to play out loud.

[@chrisbinwang2119]

can you review the Hiby R2 next?

[@SuperReview]

It does look interesting.

[@thezogs95]

Because this player defaults to search by song name is there a way to browse album that the current playing song is on from the play screen? IE an ipod when playing a song can access the album the song is on when you hold down the front button. It will say browse album or browse artist. Can this player do that?

[@cordfuller]

What cable is it that you're using for your 6xx in the thumbnail?

[@SuperReview]

I got it from here: www.aliexpress.com/item/32928361495.html

[@prabhuja7554]

Ha ha banned in India🇮🇳 ..poor audiophiles ..have to import everything 50 to 70$ extra compared anywhere Lol

[@PuppyGames.]

How's the sound quality itself on the Hidizs AP80 Pros? I'm looking for a nice little player like this, with bluetooth and decent sound quality.

[@SuperReview]

26:50

[@honeybhosle6612]

I Like that Hi-Rez Placebo T shirt

[@humanshieldz]

After 3 years, has the firmware update fixed anything?

[@aleclim7676]

I like that they cut the sharp corners on this thing. I dropped my AP80 once, fell on one of the corners and chipped the back glass. I kind of hated the UI of my AP80 it was quite slow (still prefer it over any android DAP lmao, it looks faster and more responsive on this AP80 pro) and the touch accuracy wasn't so good on the bottom part (along the player controls part on screen) had to touch higher a bit. Quite sad I had to sell my AP80, but maybe I won't go for the pro on my next DAP

[@SuperReview]

Which DAPs you considering next?

[@aleclim7676]

@@SuperReview mybe something like the DX160 or the Shanling M2X. I've been wanting to try AR M200 too but i missed the last run on Drop, hopefully It comes up again

[@fernandohoyosferreyra5555]

it can be used as the btr from Fiio? as a bidirectional bluetooth, sending the music from the phone and playing the music with the ap80?

[@SuperReview]

Sorry not sure, I didn't explore the Bluetooth on this very much, I'm not a big Bluetooth user.

[@fernandohoyosferreyra5555]

thanks bro, me neither but, i have a lot of new music in Spotify, is not my fav way of listening music but it's library is so dynamic

[@marcinkoziel24]

Hello, what cable or adepter do I need? I have headphones with a 3.5 mm plug and want to connect to a balanced 2.5 mm Hidzizs AP80 PRO jack? best regards

[@SuperReview]

You'll need to get a new cable. Depends on which headphone you're using.

[@0penthaughtz]

I'd like to know if you'd recommend this over the Sony walkman nw- a55, a105 series?

[@SuperReview]

I personally prefer the Sonys.

[@0penthaughtz]

@@SuperReview Interesting.

[@Oatmeal4Breakfast]

@@SuperReview only if they have usb type c. I would choose Sony Walkman over any MP3 players. The wm port is a big bummer especially while traveling and you don't want so many cables.

[@trocadero1965]

I follow closely your reviews and i frankly thinking are pretty great and unique. I really do.. I need to ask one thing please Where a wifi to connect with tidal?? Do i need to repay for MQA after UAPP on my mobile phone and my FiiO BTR5 2021? How many times we need to subscribe? For each device? Wow maybe i stick with Flac! I bought this dap to connect my Fiio btr5 and use it as DAC thinking to even improve the sound quality! Am i dreaming or what?)) Please tell me, or i will live with my Samsung s10 5g with FiiO BTR5 which sound good already. Lol

[@SuperReview]

Samsung to BTR5 will sound the same as Hidiz to BTR5.

[@trocadero1965]

@@SuperReview my idea was to get hidizs and then a proper Chord Mojo... maybe will next month as used one is affordable...i ll let you know if i make kind of magic cheap audio chain , lol

[@trocadero1965]

@@SuperReview hidizs on it's way back to sender 😁... Kato now are 165 linsoul but there're plenty of new out there and they look GOOD

[@KASHMIRLUST]

need help why my headphone is lagging while i am using this device with it

[@withche07]

Someone should release DAP with Android Wear support in watch size to be used as dual device: DAP/Watch.

[@SuperReview]

That'd be interesting. How is app support on Wear?

[@Whit-mh9nt]

Dude the Mseb is an AI parametric eq. Those are not eq sliders. They set parametric eq functions decided by the AI. You just give your preference. Most people cant operate a parametric properly, so that is a very very good thing. It includes aural exciters to change harmonics and also changes filters as needed, like low-pass, hi-pass, band-pass, notch, etc

[@zacharyhachey4166]

What streaming platforms do you use to download music

[@SuperReview]

Bandcamp.

[@akshaysharma2786]

SHould I buy this a I am getting one half price but 2 years used.

[@drbooo]

Can you use apple earpods?

[@swathicm9850]

I have a question. Does it allow to attend phone calls as well? If AP80 pro is connected to my phone via Bluetooth, music source is phone. , I am connecting my wired headphone with mic to AP80 pro. When I get a call can I speak through my headphone mic itself,

[@SuperReview]

That's an interesting question, but I can't answer -- to be honest, I didn't use the Bluetooth functions on this very much.

[@swathicm9850]

Thanks for the review and prompt reply :)

[@paulc.4980]

I just ordered one of these yesterday from the company website. Hopefully it works out well. I am replacing a Dodocool HiFi player, which still works and sounds good, but the software & UI and build quality is not ideal. It was a $50 dollar player and decided to up my budget for better software and device build. I don't mind if it is not as smooth like smartphone software, as long as it plays and organizes the files reliably. Using the Dodocool player has shown me I have a lot of patience with UI quirks, since it has many. I also have several Sansa Clip+, but they feel dinky despite the good sound with an amp. I am not an audiophile, so I am sure I will be pleased with the sound quality on the AP80 Pro, hopefully I don't have the issue mentioned with it "fading in" songs all the time, but I usually listen to an album/folder at a time rather than random songs.

[@SuperReview]

Interested to hear what you think when you get it. UI is hard to get right, I think the AP80 does it pretty well.

[@prabhuja7554]

Hi Paul...do post feedback after using for a while ..planning to grab too..

[@vext01]

How did you find it?

[@paulc.4980]

Short review: I have enjoyed using the AP80 Pro for almost a year. I would recommend for people that want a small player with good build quality and sound. I am most impressed with it's Bluetooth functionality (I didn't even buy it because of Bluetooth). I like that it can also be used as a USB DAC, as well as being a BT receiver, it's 3 devices in one. Headphones sound great, I even purchased several Balanced earbuds (with 2.5mm connectors) to try out the port and been very pleased, recommended for Classical especially, as there is more power. The standby time is great, and very rarely 'crashes' or reboots unexpectedly, majority of the time it just works . I have kept up with the Firmware updates from Hidizs, which I think helps. The Hiby player software is kind of basic, I wish it had a few more browsing options for files, but I just find files in organized folders, which works well. The small screen does not help with browsing, but it is fast at scrolling through things and the touch screen works like a (tiny) smartphone, as it should. It has good options to alter the sound, if needed, though I rarely use that option. And it has a Radio, which I think is above average, it works better than my last player at least. Overall it's focused on just listening to music, which is the point after all. I will keep using the player and very pleased. The leather case is recommended.

[@killerbean5343]

@@paulc.4980 what about the fade in fade out of music?

[@EARBANG]

Im not sure if buy this one (NEW) or if it's a better idea to go for the Sony Nw a-55 (USED) I want something with good bass, i Just use IEMS Fiio f1hs

[@SuperReview]

Don't expect to hear a difference in bass in either. Bass comes from your music and IEMs.

[@eatmoreporkporky4342]

I've used both hiby r3pro, hiby saber pro, and ap80pro. The saber pro and ap80 pro sound a bit more neutral and maybe mid foward. I think the ap80 pro after burn-in is a touch better in detail and imaging, but they all sound pretty good. This is using the bakanced out on all three. You get better battery life from the hibys. And of course they can stream tidal. I prefer the AP80pro because of the compact size myself. But really they are all really 👌 If you've got really nice, sensitive iems and you want the one that sounds the best- the ap80 pro has the blackest background out of the 3.

[@SuperReview]

Curious how Hiby does Tidal, does Tidal work w/ them on an app?

[@eatmoreporkporky4342]

@@SuperReview It works in the same operating framework as the hiby music player- it's built in. Not as nice as the real app, but serviceable. I chucked mine because of bluetooth problems, constant losing connection even though the dap was in my pocket. Didn't have that problem with a105 or any Sony or ap80-pro. Other than the bt problems they're really nice. But I still prefer the sound from the a105 and ap80 to both hibys. The Sony is warmer and more musical and the hiby is a little more controlled although more neutral. Not huge differences though. I choose on usage and size- design mostly. If I want really good sound I can just hook up the lotoo S1. Oh battery life is really good on the r3pro-r3pro-s, but these little daps usually charge so fast I don't find lower battery life to be a deal breaker.

[@ckhong3569]

Hello! I'm looking to purchase either Hiby R3 pro and the AP80 Pro so thank you for your comment. How do you find the usability of the UI on the Hibys compared to the AP80 pro - the buttons in particular? Also in both the Hiby and AP80 - can the volume knob, and the buttons for that matter, be used with the screen off without turning the screen on? Also any comments on durability between the models? Thoughts on the screens between the two models? Sorry for so many questions and thanks in advance ;)

[@onlyyou1974]

Should choose this or walkman nw-a55? Because in my country they have same price and then i have kz zsn cca 10 pro, which you recommends for better output?

[@SuperReview]

I prefer the Sony because of the UI. But the AP80 Pro will give you more power output, especially on balanced connector, if you need it.

[@onlyyou1974]

@@SuperReview did nw-A55 can drive high impedance headphone? Since sony never mention in their website so i just wandering and never found the answer

[@SuperReview]

It does OK with Sennheiser 300 ohm, but not its strength. I mostly use it with IEMs.

[@onlyyou1974]

@@SuperReview thanks man for kindly explanation, i think I'll go for sony

[@woodstock480]

What?! Why would a player automatically do a fade in/out to starting/stopping music, unless there was an option to turn that option off?

[@SuperReview]

Tryna be fancy.

[@corgikun2579]

unsolicited feedback; I subscribed because you had really cool reviews of products that really are underrated. Those were maximum 15 minutes long. These last videos are length-wise speaking, intimidating. I haven't watched any since. Probably these long-form videos are less consuming for editing allowing you to release them sooner but many viewers like me won't bother watching them

[@SuperReview]

Thanks for the feedback. What I've been going for is reviews that are about the same length as previous reviews, and then I end with conversation with the live chat -- so if all you want is the review, you don't have to stick around.

[@chenoweezi]

MUST READ FOR HIDSZ AP80: Fragile unit and expensive to fix(Cost to repair screen is almost the same price as buying new) I dropped my unit from waist level onto floor(protective case and film installed from day1). Screen not cracked, no physical damage but the screen is busted. Not a great after sales user experience and also no repair centers - I live in Singapore. Also no hold button, I use or rather used to use the player while working out and it would often unlock and messing with either music or going into the settings. The only pros for me about the player is size and aesthetic & button placement.

[@DanTraa]

Does this applies to the AP80 Pro as well?

[@eapa37]

How is this compared to the Hiby R3 Pro Saber?

[@SuperReview]

I haven't used the Hiby, guessing it's pretty similar since it uses the same software & DAC.

[@eapa37]

@@SuperReview yeah just wondering if the added features from the hiby is worth it to justify it over this one since its slightly more affordable.

[@macruz8503]

Will this synch with the Airpods pro without loss of audio? I have a 4th generation Ipod and when I skip to the next song I have to re-synch the devices.

[@SuperReview]

I didn't try AirPods on it, but I'd be surprised if that specific issue happens -- sounds pretty particular.

[@macruz8503]

Super* Review: Okay thanks I am thinking its because its al old ipod. Airpods work good on my iphone.

[@kimnguonlim6172]

is it better than galaxy s8 or iPhone X or LG G pro2? I have all the phones but wonder if I should buy this Hidiz?

[@SuperReview]

It has buttons, so IMO it's better.

[@antoinep9733]

Your star ratings always crack me up, so harsh! Every time I think, yeah it’s getting a four... BAM three star, every time 😂

[@SuperReview]

Ha ha, hopefully 3/5 doesn't sound bad -- in my mind, 3/5 is a decent option at the price.

[@prabhuja7554]

But good to see in a way than blindly endorsing for the sake of..especially XM3 many even justify its audiophile level ..even to my beginner level its a big NO may be highres for consumer grade level..

[@nuraman00]

If I had some files in a folder, can I just play that folder?

[@taranagnew436]

can you hook up a antenna and listen to fm via bluetooth?

[@SuperReview]

Sorry dunno.

[@MatteoCeccarini]

No Bluetooth test and no mention/test about Bluetooth transmission when acting as a USB DAC?

[@SuperReview]

No I don't really use Bluetooth for music.

[@MatteoCeccarini]

Super* Review yet this is supposed to be a review of a device 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@SuperReview]

It's my review with my biases, yes.

[@kimL9000]

Is it better than my phone? I have iPhone X, Galaxy s8 and LG G pro 2. My headphones are Sony WF1000M3, 1more Quad drivers earbuds, 1 more Triple drivers HEADPHONES, Skull Candy Smokin bud2. With everything I have, will this product reviewed help me get any better quality audio? Thank you!

[@SuperReview]

My honest opinion is that no, you will not realize any significant difference in sound quality. iPhone on a 3.5mm dongle sounds very good.

[@matusjurcik6974]

Hi :), u are a treble head right? So you should try the hidizs s9 also.

[@SuperReview]

I'm just picky about my treble :D

[@matusjurcik6974]

@@SuperReviewOk :D, so try a 2,5 mm connector from the s9 (sometimes), and there is a high chance that you would be pleased ;). It will have enough power for your sennheisers, because it has surprisingly high power output on 300ohm loads (53mw/300ohm), cheers :).

[@dharmendaryadav1]

Can you please tell which is the top 5 best digital audio player for less than 300 us dollar? I've 1more quad drive,Audio Technica ath m50x & Soundcore liberty 2 pro.

[@Z-Engineer]

I found 1More Quad drive pretty awful in mid bass range, they messed up something in that area

[@skanlynes4789]

Are you able to use a cable with a mic and buttons. Mine doesn’t work. Thanks

[@SuperReview]

Sorry don't remember.

[@skanlynes4789]

@@SuperReview Thanks for the reply.

[@RobertoBlatt]

greetings ! Can you let me know if it plays tidal OFFLINE? Thank you very much

[@SuperReview]

Sorry, not sure, I'm not a Tidal user.

[@RobertoBlatt]

@@SuperReview tnx a lot

[@johnhanley9946]

I would be so annoyed by the music fading in and out like that! You can't turn that feature off?

[@SuperReview]

Nope 🙊

[@Sebochan]

@@SuperReview Is it not the crossfade setting?

[@hamedroshan8960]

hi ... can you test the Huawei FreeLace Wireless Headphones ???

[@SuperReview]

Hadn't heard of those, not planning to, sorry.

[@hamedroshan8960]

@@SuperReview thanks... i get it... you can't acsept eny order for review it...im sorry for realized late

[@SuperReview]

I always appreciate people asking about things not on my radar 👍

[@hamedroshan8960]

@@SuperReview oooh.... yes ! ... it's fun ... So put up a banner and tell someone who is not on your radar not to visit my page at all ! ... Let alone asking questions ... like ... and bye!

[@04poppop]

Where is the problem? Connect with laptop, laptop detect not player but storage device, so I can upload data to D: but its not detected as player but as storage so there is nothing transfered to player

[@annaphyoe4661]

Is it possible to get a mp3 player around $60 since i have to buy with pocket money. Thanks

[@SuperReview]

Sansa Clips maybe a good option. I have an old one I love.

[@annaphyoe4661]

@@SuperReview thank you but do they still sell them?

[@paulc.4980]

@@annaphyoe4661 yes

[@prabhuja7554]

Hate Nw 55 Prop wm cable..I don't find anywhere here is bummer.so wat say going for this....?

[@taranagnew436]

can you plug it into a usb and use dac of this device?

[@SuperReview]

Not sure, sorry.

[@paulo71783]

Campare to lg g7 or LG's with es9218p dac?

[@SuperReview]

No idea, probably they sound nearly identical.

[@Y1o2o3Y]

is it big difference between pro and pro x?

[@SuperReview]

Never used Pro X.

[@fhdshdsjh5530]

I had it for a few months, I've had charging problems after a month.

[@SuperReview]

Hopefully warranty support is good.

[@fthprodphoto-video5357]

10:04 Can it play Capcom arcade games ?

[@SuperReview]

I'm sure someone could make it do that.

[@federicovalmassoni3827]

May I download off line Spotify music in this device?

[@SuperReview]

I don't think so.

[@BrenttttttMCMXC]

how about Shanling up4 and Fiio Btr5

[@SuperReview]

Not sure, haven't tried them.

[@mikelisteral7863]

ap80 has replaygain. dont know if those other devices do

[@TheBengganator]

Meh, luckily I returned my AP80 Pro and got a Hiby R3 Pro instead. The scroll wheel on the AP80 was too loose and unusable with one finger since it was tilting all the time, didn't help that it shut itself down a couple of times due to the wheel.

[@briannusser8924]

I have the " original" AP-80 and a Shanling M2s, prefer the Shanling in many ways, but both have pluses. But the Hiby 3 pro interests me? How do you like it?

[@TheBengganator]

@@briannusser8924 I like it quite a lot, i just recently upgraded from a Shanling Q1. One of the features i find very useful is the Hiby MESB, with it i was able to improve the treble response and imaging for vocals on my Starfields. Also, the R3 Pro (Non Sabre) has a slightly brighter tonality than the Sabre equipped Q1 which i much prefer. Got the R3 Pro for around 194usd here in the Philippines and thats including the leather case. Couldnt be more happy.

[@killerbean5343]

Does hiby r3 have that annoying automatic fade effect on beginning of a song?

[@hammerfall6666]

​@@TheBengganator how's the UI quality on R3 Pro? Is it smooth compared to AP80 Pro? As I've seen how the UI acted in this video, It makes me reconsider buying the AP80 Pro.

[@GulshanKumar-jf4xm]

Does this work with shopify prime an all

[@SuperReview]

No, it's not Android.

[@CubamusPrime]

What is the limitation of mp3 database? Can I have 20K mp3 on it?

[@SuperReview]

Dunno, my library is only ~4,000 songs.

[@yorusuyasoul69420]

Hiby r2 ?

[@SuperReview]

Interesting, hadn't seen that before, thanks for bringing it up. Looks a bit small, UI maybe compromised. That matching DAC/amp module is pretty adorable.

[@MobileDecay]

I am twice the player! 🥰🥰🥰

[@viditbhole6868]

Can we connect pendrive using otg

[@viditbhole6868]

Please reply

[@SuperReview]

Dunno.

[@mikelisteral7863]

yes otg works to pen drive. but it drains battery alot faster so its not practical for long term listening

[@prabhuja7554]

Does it have Aptx HD?

[@SuperReview]

Yeah, believe so.

[@audiolover]

Real life t-shirt 👕

[@prabhuja7554]

But can't we turn off fade in out in settings??

[@SuperReview]

Don't think so.

[@prabhuja7554]

While I grab will checkout...awsome true to heart reviews Kudos

[@mikelisteral7863]

ap80 has gapless playback setting.

[@kiraninnocent2524]

Does it support Spotify premium?

[@SuperReview]

Don't think so, it doesn't run apps.

[@Acoustic-Rabbit-Hole]

If it's only about thirty dollars more than the Surfans F20 MP3 Player, then the only real question to me is "does the Hidizs SOUND better than the Surfans. The Surfans also has a cool retro Game-boy look to it.

[@SuperReview]

Never used the Surfans, but generally sound is the least important difference between players.

[@Acoustic-Rabbit-Hole]

@@SuperReview I guess you are right. Unless you switch into the $800+ zone, like with the Sony models, then sound will not be so different per se. I almost went with the little Hidizs, but went the more hands-on, and larger palm-friendly Surfans player!

[@SuperReview]

Even with $2,000 players I would say the same.