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HiByMusic

HiByMusic

by Dongguan Hiby Music Technology Co., Ltd.

143 ratings
402 reviews
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๐ŸŽต Music
Free

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Released
November 13, 2015
Updated
November 12, 2024

Developer

Dongguan Hiby Music Technology Co., Ltd.
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About

A free, high-fidelity audio player for audiophiles and music lovers. It supports a wide range of lossless and lossy formats, offering high-precision decoding and advanced audio features for a premium listening experience.

โœ“Wide lossless/lossy audio format support
โœ“CUE sheets and ISO image support
โœ“High precision decoding (32-bit output, 64-bit float)
โœ“External USB DAC support
โœ“Gapless playback
โœ“10 band graphic EQ
โœ“MSEB support
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What users say about HiByMusic

Reviews of HiByMusic are mixed: the Music app is rated 3.4/5 from 143 App Store ratings. What users like most: excellent hi-res audio support (DSD, FLAC, WAV, APE), free app without ads or hidden fees. Top complaints: frequent crashes and stability issues, poor iOS optimization compared to Android version. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • ๐ŸŽตExcellent hi-res audio support (DSD, FLAC, WAV, APE)
  • ๐Ÿ†“Free app without ads or hidden fees
  • ๐ŸŽจClean and intuitive user interface
  • ๐Ÿ”—HibyLink functionality for controlling compatible devices
  • โš™๏ธEffective equalizer and DSP effects
  • ๐Ÿ“File management and local library support
  • ๐ŸŒNetwork playback capabilities (NAS, DLNA, SMB)
  • ๐Ÿ”ŠBit-perfect audio output option
  • ๐Ÿ“ŠTrack bitrate and resolution indicators

Negative things

  • ๐Ÿ›Frequent crashes and stability issues
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑPoor iOS optimization compared to Android version
  • ๐Ÿ”ŒUnreliable Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity
  • ๐ŸŽฏClunky and unintuitive user experience
  • ๐ŸšซCarPlay support removed in recent updates
  • ๐Ÿ“–Inadequate documentation and instructions
  • ๐Ÿ”„Infrequent updates and slow bug fixes
  • ๐ŸŽจLimited customization options (themes, UI styles)
  • ๐Ÿ”‹High battery consumption
  • ๐ŸŽชInconsistent UI elements and Chinese language pop-ups
  • ๐ŸŽตAlbum sorting issues (alphabetical instead of track order)
  • ๐ŸŽฌAlbum art display problems and misalignment
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What's New in HiByMusic

3.5.0

November 12, 2024

1. Fixed the situation that after upgrading to iOS18, the UI display of some models was covered; 2. Compatible with some new iPhones that cannot output DSD signals through DoP;

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User reviews

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Awesome

Been using for years, no ads, just music, downloading song files is better than getting ads and monthly fees to listen to sound waves
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Rrainyummy

It works fine

Nothing wrong with this app, seems people have issues with their DACs, if you have an issue with the app on iPhone itโ€™s a skill issue, works fine.
SSt41ker

No es tan buena

Se oye bien, si. Pero no es compatible de manera adecuada con iOS. La mejor versiรณn de esta app, estรก en Android
GTGallo con tenis

Hiby link fails on r1

It always fails to connect to Hiby link with the Hiby r1.
B1Bourgeois 12345
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

21 issues

App crashes during music library scanning (around 3,000 files)

Bug

HibyLink connection drops repeatedly

Bug

Music playback stops when app is backgrounded

Bug

Rewind button behavior inconsistent (goes to previous song instead of replaying)

Bug

Album shuffle mixing with existing playlist songs

Bug

SMBv3 compatibility issues

Bug

DLNA functionality crashes

Bug

EQ and DSP effects not working on iOS

Bug

DSD DoP not functioning on iPhone 15 Pro Max

Bug

MQA track playback crashes

Bug

Search function keyboard disappears after each letter

Bug

Album art cropping and stretching issues

Bug

Lyric loading failures

Bug

Some MP3 and M4A files fail to play

Bug

Bluetooth pairing inconsistency with Hiby devices

Bug

Firmware update required every startup (2-3 minutes)

Bug

Music file scanning not detecting all formats

Bug

Volume control glitches when pressing quickly

Bug

Plugin deactivation after app closure

Bug

Folder sorting in reverse alphabetical order

Bug

Track order randomization in folder view

Bug
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Requested Features

20 requests

Manual playlist reordering

Feature

ID3 tag editing capability

Feature

Folder-based music library scanning

Feature

Album artist sorting (not just track artist)

Feature

Album favorites/bookmarking

Feature

Gapless playback

Feature

Crossfade between tracks

Feature

Folder icon display in browser

Feature

Font size adjustment

Feature

Language settings

Feature

Dark mode and theme customization

Feature

Background playback support

Feature

Search by filename

Feature

HTTP/NAS access support

Feature

Lyrics matching and custom lyric sources

Feature

Portrait mode support for iPad

Feature

Online lyrics and cover art fetching improvements

Feature

Ascending/descending sort order options

Feature

Playlist organization and song management

Feature

VoiceOver accessibility improvements for iOS

Feature

FAQ

What kind of audio files does HiByMusic support?

This app supports a wide array of lossless and lossy audio formats, including DSD (DSF, DFF), ISO (DSF, DFF, DST), WAV, FLAC, APE, AIFF, M4A, AAC, WMA, and MP3. It also directly supports CUE sheets and ISO images.

What makes HiByMusic a high-fidelity player?

It offers high precision decoding with 32-bit output, 64-bit floating-point decoding, and 128-bit internal precision to ensure the best possible audio quality. The app also supports external USB DACs for native DSD output and high-resolution audio streams.

Is HiByMusic free to use?

Yes, HiByMusic is a free lossless HiFi audio player. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its core features.

What are the advanced audio features available?

Beyond format support, the app includes gapless playback for uninterrupted listening, a 10-band graphic equalizer for sound customization, and MSEB support for further audio tuning. It also allows for direct output to external USB DACs.

Who is this app designed for?

This application is specifically designed for audiophiles and music fans who desire a first-class, high-fidelity music experience. It caters to users who appreciate lossless audio quality and advanced playback controls.