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Audiofool
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Hiby R3Pro Saber Digital Audio Player Review | Audiofool Reviews
December 20, 2020 - The R3pro saber is the original R3 with the pro upgrades so realistically is a 2nd generation R3 rather than 3rd. ... Hiby’s software is pretty well entrenched with several makers using some form of it for their daps these days and has matured ...
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Drop
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Hiby R3 Pro or R3 Pro Saber | Drop
Anybody own either the Hiby R3 Pro or R3 Pro Saber? Own the regular R3 and wondering if either is really worth the jump (would likely get the R3 Pro Saber)....
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Moisés Cardona
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Comparison of the sound of the different Hiby R3 models - Moisés Cardona
August 8, 2020 - These DACs sound different depending on their implementation. On the Hiby R3 Pro Saber, the sound is more analytical, airy, and more open. The hights are bright but not to the point where they will cause hearing fatigue.
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Head-Fi.org
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Hiby R3 Pro Saber 2022 DAP - Reviews | Headphone Reviews and Discussion - Head-Fi.org
Photo courtesy of: https://store.hiby.com/products/hiby-r3-pro-saber-2022 Well, the external chasis and dimensions are similar, but the R3 Pro Saber 2022 packs an upgraded dual ES9219 DAC chip, instead ...
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MOONSTAR Reviews
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HiBy R3 Pro Saber Review » MOONSTAR Reviews
August 17, 2020 - HiBy R3 Pro Saber is a Ultra Portable DAP with features such like a Dual ES9218P DAC, MQA support, Two-way LDAC, 2.5mm balanced output and many more.
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Headfonia
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Hiby R3 Pro Saber 2022 Review - Headfonia
January 26, 2023 - We’ve reviewed many products from HiBy Music, and you can find them here. You can also see the first R3 Pro model’s review just below: ... The R3 Pro Saber 2022 is a super-compact DAP with good features just like the previous R3 iterations.
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Mobileaudiophile
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Hiby R3 Pro II Review : Small Size, Serious Performance!!
August 24, 2025 - No doubt I can think of a few other very popular lines of daps within the audio world, but the R3 series has been a constant player in the game. Think of the original Hiby R3 which debuted way back in 2018. Next in line was the Hiby R3 Pro which came along a year later in 2019 and was quickly followed by the Saber version (Hiby R3 Pro Saber) in the same year.
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Reddit
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r/Hiby - R3 Pro vs R3 Pro Saber
May 20, 2019 -

Hi guys,

I know in terms of availability the Saber is the obvious choice. However, I think there is a chance I can get the regular R3 Pro.

I know about their differences (mainly is the DACs). What sound do you prefer or is there even a considerate difference between the two?

I'm tempted to go with the regular because people say the Cirrus Logic are more "musical" and more forgiving for all types of music, and it seems to be my thing.

If you have any feedback it would be much appreciated :)

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HiBy
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HiBy R3 Pro Saber 2022 Audio Componentry
Equipped with dual crystal oscillators ... MQA) kHz audio streams with the utmost precision, the R3Pro Saber boasts minimal jitter, further improving coherence of any music playback....
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Head-Fi.org
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Hiby R3 Pro Portable Bluetooth DAP | Page 31 | Headphone Reviews and Discussion - Head-Fi.org
October 3, 2019 - I think the difference is 60mW vs 80mW for single ended for Cirrus vs Saber: https://store.hiby.com/products/hiby-r3-pro-saber vs https://store.hiby.com/products/hiby-r3-pro Higher noise floor and THD+N for and lower SNR for the Saber tho...
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HiBy
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HiBy R3 Pro Saber 2022 Specifications
Audio specifications Table header 0 3.5mm PO 2.5mm BAL Test conditions 32 ohms loaded 32 ohms loaded Output power 101mW 340mW Maximum output voltage 1.8Vrms 3.3Vrms Rated output voltage 1.5Vrms 2.6Vrms THD+Noise 0.00002 0.00002 Residual noise ≤2.5uV ≤3uV Signal to noise ratio (SNR) 118dB ...
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Headfonics
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HiBy R3 Pro Review — Headfonics
February 8, 2022 - Note, this review follows our new scoring guidelines for 2020 which you can read up on here. ... The R3 Pro is a steady evolution of an already proven platform, the excellent R3. The main improvements are in the output power and overall tuning.
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Facebook
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R3 Pro vs R3: What's the difference? As an entry-level ...
HiBy Music. 27,411 likes · 394 talking about this. HiBy Music is dedicated to bringing high-quality bit-perfect music playback to everyone in the most convenient, enjoyable manner. Welcome to...
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Amazon
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Amazon.com: HiBy R3 Pro Saber, Hi-Res Music Player, Hi-Fi Lossless Audio Player, mp3 Player with Bluetooth and WiFi/Tidal&Qobuz Streaming/Dual ES9218P Chips/2.5mm Balanced Output/Full Touch Screen (Gray) : Electronics
【HiFi Audio MP3 player with 2.5mm balanced output】Compared with the second-generation R2, R3 Pro Saber has balanced output ports .With four independent amplification channels, balanced output brings more powerful amplification, wider soundstage ...
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Reddit
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r/DigitalAudioPlayer on Reddit: Hiby R1 vs Hiby R3 Pro Saber
August 25, 2024 -

As the title says, i your help choosing between the two.

I would get the R1 from the Hiby website for 85, or the R3 Pro Saber used for around 130-150. I like the looks of the R3 more, and it seems to be a bit better in general, but is it worth paying more for a used device?

Is the difference this significant? I like that the R3 has a balanced output, so i think it would last me longer as i would not have the need to get a better one later on just to have the balanced output that the R1 is missing.

Im also open to your suggestions in the ~150 price range.

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Linsoul Audio
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HiBy R3 Pro Saber – Linsoul Audio
HiBy R3 Pro Saber
Dual ES9218P--return of the Sabre At the heart of the ES9218P is ESS's award-winning SABRE DAC technology, with a HyperStream modulator. The ES9218P HiFi SoC leverages the company's patented 32- bit HyperStream architecture that can support up to 32- bit 384kHz PCM and DSD256, ensuring audiophile quality sound all the way to the headphones. 2.5mm balanced output With four independent amplification channels, balanced output brings more powerful amplification, wider soundstage, and exquisite detail! Youthful Energetic Voicing  The Saber edition R3 Pro brings out the edge in aggressive
Price   $219.00
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Head-Fi.org
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HiBy R3 Pro - Reviews | Headphone Reviews and Discussion - Head-Fi.org
It is a 3.2" IPS TFT panel, protected by a 2.5D glass. The performance and size of the screen is excellent, being highly readable. In addition, it has a high viewing angle; something that sets the R3 PRO apart from its competitors.
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Headfonia
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HIBY R3 II Review - Headfonia
November 2, 2023 - As far as sound quality is concerned, ... the R3 Pro Saber 2022, although the latter is already impressive in its own right. If you require more power to drive your headphones, then the R3 II may be a justifiable alternative.