# Hibiki2 — PCM UpConverter & DSD Player

> Music player with PCM up-conversion and DSD playback. (iPhone/iPad app by Atsushi Nakano.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hibiki2/id592396897 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Atsushi Nakano](https://appshunter.io/developer/411276181)
- Category: Music, Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.4 · 1 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese
- Released: 2013-01-24
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hibiki2/id592396897/reviews.md

## What is Hibiki2?

Hibiki2 is a music player that uses up-conversion technology (Hibiki-Engine).

Hibiki-Engine converts conventional music data (CD etc.) into data equivalent to high resolution sound source and plays it.

( Please try free version 'Hibiki2F' before buying paid version 'Hibiki2'. )

1. PCM Resource

· Supported Formats
All formats that can be played on iOS (mp3, flac, etc.)

· Playback Rate
Max 384kHz
* The up-convert playback by Hibiki-Engine.
( In the case of the iPhone alone playback, the playing rate is up to 48kHz. Playing at a rate of more will be possible by connecting to the iPhone like an external audio DAC. )


2. DSD Resource

· Supported Formats
DSF, DFF, WSD

· Corresponding Rate 
DSD64 ( 2.8M / 1bit )
DSD128 ( 5.6M / 1bit )
DSD256 ( 11.2M / 1bit ) 

· Playback Rate
DSD64 -> PCM 352.8kHz
DSD128 -> PCM 352.8kHz
DSD256 -> PCM 352.8kHz
( In the case of the iPhone alone playback, the playing rate is up to 48kHz. Playing at a rate of more will be possible by connecting to the iPhone like an external audio DAC. )

## Key features

- PCM up-conversion technology
- DSD playback support
- Supports various PCM formats (MP3, FLAC)
- Supports DSD formats (DSF, DFF, WSD)
- High playback rates up to 384kHz
- External DAC compatibility for higher rates

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hibiki2/id592396897/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Please support FLAC

*2016-11-08, version 3.9.1*

Please!

### 1/5 — Unusable

*2016-10-08*

Crashes and skips on iPhone5 running current os. Not usable. Waste of money.

### 4/5 — Excellent sound

*2015-10-22, version 3.6*

Sounds awesome but needs some work on browser.

Update :
A really good update, browser is a lot better and the eq is awesome.
This app has the potential to be one of the best audio players.

## Frequently asked questions about Hibiki2

### What is Hibiki2's up-conversion technology?

Hibiki2 utilizes the Hibiki-Engine to convert conventional music data, like from CDs, into data equivalent to high-resolution sound sources for playback.

### What audio formats does Hibiki2 support?

Hibiki2 supports all PCM formats playable on iOS, including MP3 and FLAC, as well as DSD formats such as DSF, DFF, and WSD.

### What are the playback rates for Hibiki2?

Hibiki2 supports PCM playback rates up to 384kHz. For DSD playback, it converts DSD64, DSD128, and DSD256 to PCM 352.8kHz. On iPhone alone, playback is up to 48kHz.

### Can I use Hibiki2 with an external DAC?

Yes, connecting to an external audio DAC allows for playback rates higher than 48kHz on an iPhone, enhancing the listening experience.

### Is Hibiki2 free to use?

Yes, Hibiki2 is available for free. The developer recommends trying the free version 'Hibiki2F' before purchasing the paid version 'Hibiki2'.

### What devices is Hibiki2 compatible with?

Hibiki2 is compatible with iPhone and iPod devices.

### How often is Hibiki2 updated?

The latest version of Hibiki2 is 4.60, last updated on November 2, 2020. The app was initially released on January 24, 2013.

### Does Hibiki2 have ads?

No, Hibiki2 does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.60 — 2020-11-02

Bug fix.

### 4.59 — 2020-10-11

Bug fix.

### 4.58 — 2020-10-08

Adding 'How to use' Link Button in Settings.

### 4.57 — 2020-09-14

Bug fix.

### 4.56 — 2020-05-12

Bug fix.

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