The HiBy W4: Merging Wireless and Wired Hi-Fi in a Portable Design
In an exciting development for audiophiles, HiBy has unveiled the HiBy W4, the latest addition to its renowned W series. This new portable DAC and amplifier not only boasts a contemporary design but also offers users the best of both worlds—wireless and wired high-fidelity sound—all in one compact device.
Practical Portability
The HiBy W4 is crafted for versatility, featuring a clip-on design and magnetic attachment that allows users to take their high-resolution audio on the go. Whether you're commuting or traveling, the magnetic feature can easily attach to certain smartphones or compatible cases used in conjunction with accessories reminiscent of Apple's MagSafe. This functionality also includes a discharge mode that isolates power from your smartphone to prevent battery drainage, reducing interference during playback.
Equipped with a 1500 mAh battery, the HiBy W4 is engineered to provide prolonged listening sessions, ensuring that music lovers can enjoy their favorite tracks without frequent interruptions.
Striking Aesthetic
This stylish device stands out with a bold design featuring contrasting colors. The sleek black screen contrasts beautifully with the vibrant module, drawing attention at first glance. Accompanying this striking look is a 2-inch touchscreen that supports full functionality and album displays while in Bluetooth mode. Users can control pairing, playback, and settings directly through the W4, enhancing the overall user experience—a feature that is particularly unique in the current market of DACs and AMPs.
Acoustic Performance
Audio performance remains a cornerstone of HiBy products, and the W4 is no exception. It features dual Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC chips paired with two headphone amplifiers, supporting PCM audio at an impressive 768 kHz/32 bits and native DSD512. Additionally, this model incorporates dual active crystal oscillators operating at 45.1584 MHz and 49.152 MHz to ensure precise audio playback.
For audio outputs, the HiBy W4 offers both 3.5 mm asymmetric and 4.4 mm symmetric outputs. In symmetric mode, it provides an abundance of power, delivering up to 475 mW to accommodate a wide range of in-ear monitors and headphones, making it suitable for both casual listeners and professional audiophiles.
Cutting-Edge Wireless Capabilities
On the wireless front, the device utilizes Qualcomm’s QCC5181 Bluetooth chipset, enabling support for Bluetooth 5.4 along with an array of high-quality codecs including aptX Adaptive, Snapdragon Sound, aptX Lossless, aptX HD, LDAC, AAC, and SBC. This ensures high-resolution audio transmission characterized by both stability and low latency, perfect for streaming your favorite high-fidelity tunes wirelessly.
Affordable Hi-Fidelity
The HiBy W4 is priced at an accessible $99, available through HiBy's official online store. As a versatile accessory, the W4 integrates seamlessly into daily life, delighting both casual users and audio enthusiasts alike with its high-quality sound and portable convenience. Whether day-to-day or on special occasions, this device aims to be your perfect music companion.
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