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HiBy R2
8.5
Editorial Score

HiBy R2 Review

James
DAP, Sources, Up To $100
3
The HiBy R2 is an entry-level DAP featuring a Linux OS, bitperfect decoding, MQA, and an ES9218 DAC capable of up to 32BIT/384kHz and DSD128 decoding. It is priced at $89.99 Disclaimer: The HiBy R2 was sent to...
HiBy R8
9.3
Editorial Score

HiBy R8 Review

Marcus
DAP, $1000+, Sources
4
The HiBy R8 is a new flagship DAP featuring Android 9, a dual AK4497 DAC implementation, MQA 16X, and up to 1W of output power. It is priced at $1899. Disclaimer: The HiBy R8 was sent to us a sample in exchang...
Hidizs AP80 Pro
8.4
Editorial Score

Hidizs AP80 Pro Review

Michael
DAP, $201-300, Sources
1
The Hidizs AP80 Pro is an upgraded version of the company’s entry-level AP80 digital audio player featuring a Dual-DAC ES9218 chipset. It is currently priced at $169.99. Disclaimer: The Hidizs AP80 Pro sent to...
iBasso DX220 MAX
9.3
Editorial Score

iBasso DX220 MAX Review

Marcus
Sources, $1000+, DAP
2
The iBasso DX220 MAX is a unique transportable media player based on the DX220 ES9028PRO chipset but with a separate analog controlled amplification design. It is priced at $1888. Disclaimer: The iBasso DX220 ...
Cayin N3Pro

Cayin N3Pro – First Contact

Marcus
DAP, $401-500, Sources
8
The Cayin N3Pro is a dual operational mode, tube-infused digital media player with a twin AK4493 DAC implementation. It is priced at $479.  Disclaimer: The Cayin N3Pro sent to us is a sample in exchange f...
FiiO M3 Pro
8
Editorial Score

FiiO M3 Pro Review

James
DAP, Sources, Up To $100
8
The FiiO M3 Pro is a complete revision of the original M3K entry-level DAP featuring an ESS ES9218P DAC and up to 15 hours of battery life. It is priced at $99.99. Disclaimer: The FiiO M3 Pro sent to us is a s...
Cayin E02
9
Editorial Score

Cayin E02 Review

Marcus
DAP, $401-500, Sources
The Cayin E02 Motherboard is the 4th module released for Cayin’s new N6ii DAP featuring a Class AB balanced amplifier as well as a dual ES9038Q2M DAC design. It is priced at $419. Disclaimer: The Cayin E02 sen...
Shanling M6 Pro
8.9
Editorial Score

Shanling M6 Pro Review

James
DAP, $501-1000, Sources
15
The Shanling M6 Pro flagship DAP improves on the original M6 release with a new dual AK4497EQ DAC and a more powerful 600mW amplifier. It is priced at $759. Disclaimer: The Shanling M6 Pro sent to us is a samp...
FiiO M15
9.2
Editorial Score

FiiO M15 Review

Marcus
DAP, $1000+, Sources
14
The FiiO M15 is a new flagship digital media player, (DAP). It features a dual AK4499EQ DACs, MQA 8x Decoding, and LDAC Bluetooth capability. It is priced at $1,299.99. Disclaimer: The FiiO M15 sent to us is...
Cayin E01
8.9
Editorial Score

Cayin E01 Review

Marcus
DAP, $401-500, Sources
4
The Cayin E01 Motherboard is the third module released for Cayin’s new N6ii DAP featuring a dual operational mode Class A and Class AB amp circuit design and an ES9038PRO DAC. It is priced at $419. Disclaimer:...
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Top Reader Voted DAPs

Marcus
'Best Of' Lists, DAP
4
The following Top Reader Voted DAP scores are assigned by the readers, (Score) and apply only to all reviews where a slider voting system exists. This list includes all types of DAPs new and historical. Please...
Shanling Q1
8
Editorial Score

Shanling Q1 Review

Nathan
DAP, Sources, Up To $100
7
The Shanling Q1 is a new Kickstarter-funded entry-level digital media player with a retro look inspired by the designs of the 1940s and 1950s. It is priced from $89. Disclaimer: The Shanling Q1 sent to us is a...
7.9
Editorial Score

Hidizs AP80 Cu Review

Michael
DAP, $201-300
The Hidizs AP80 Cu is a special edition of the company's entry-level AP80 digital audio player featuring a copper housing and revised sound performance. It is currently priced at $249. Disclaimer: The Hidizs A...
HiBy R3 Pro
8.9
Score

HiBy R3 Pro Review

Marcus
DAP, $101-200, Sources
49
The HiBy R3 Pro is the company’s second-generation mid-fi touch-capable portable media player installed with HiBy OS. It is priced at $199. Disclaimer: The HiBy R3 Pro was sent to us a sample in exchange for...
FiiO M11 Pro
9.1
Score

FiiO M11 Pro Review

James
DAP, $501-1000, Sources
21
The FiiO M11 Pro is the company's 'upgraded' edition of the Android M11 digital media player featuring a dual DAC AK4497EQ. It is priced at $649.99 Disclaimer: The FiiO Q5s sent to us is a sample in exchange f...
iBasso DX160
9
Score

iBasso DX160 Review

Marcus
DAP, $301-400, Sources
46
The iBasso DX160 is a new mid-range compact media player featuring Android Oreo, a 1080p screen, balanced output, and a dual CS 43198 DAC. It is priced at $399. Disclaimer: The iBasso DX160 was sent to us as...
Lotoo PAW 6000
9.2
Score

Lotoo PAW 6000 Review

Marcus
DAP, $1000+
The Lotoo PAW 6000 is the company's latest reference class digital audio player and the smaller sibling to flagship PAW Gold Touch DAP. It is currently priced at $1200. Disclaimer: The Lotoo PAW 6000 sent...
HiBy R3 Pro

HiBy R3 Pro – First Contact

Marcus
DAP, $201-300, Sources
21
The HiBy R3 Pro is the company's second-generation mid-fi touch-capable portable media player installed with HiBy OS. It is priced at $199. Disclaimer: The HiBy R3 Pro was sent to us a sample in exchange for o...