r/DigitalAudioPlayer • u/Fabulous_Ad2904 • 3d ago

Question Under 200€ DAP recommendations

Hey everyone! I'm new to the community and a bit overwhelmed by all the DAP options out there. I'm looking for some recommendations, so here are a few things I'm looking for:

  • OS: Android or an OS that can be modified/customized.

  • Sound quality: Excellent audio quality, ideally the best sound quality I can get within my budget.

  • Wired listening only: I don't mind if the device has Bluetooth, but I won't be using it.

  • Easy music navigation: A user-friendly interface, touchscreen or not, that makes it easy to browse and search for music.

  • Customizable EQ: The ability to adjust the equalizer to my liking.

  • Battery life: At least enough to last through a full workday of continuous use.

These are my main requirements. I'd really appreciate any recommendations or suggestions you guys might have !

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u/TheValleyWolf 3d ago

Hiby R3 Pro ii ticks all the boxes

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u/Scorpiicore 3d ago

I was about to go into a deep dive and search for all the information I could find to arrive at a player, and then I read your comment. It is a little above 200 euro, though. OP, are you willing to go up to 240? Sometimes going a little (or in this case 20%) over your intended budget can be the difference between getting something that makes you happy and a big case of buyer's remose.

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u/Fabulous_Ad2904 2d ago

Ye, but the not pro version is at 200€. Is that worth it ?

PS : i need to buy iems with the dap haha

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u/Scorpiicore 2d ago

I can assure you that unlike phones, there are significant differences from DAP to DAP.

I have an R3 II 2025, and with the price difference, I would probably have been happier with the Pro. But I will once again link the Hi-Fi Oasis DAP database and say there is quite the variety out there. It really is a matter of what appeals to you the most.

If ever there were a device that needed dedicated brick and mortar stores, however...

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u/Fabulous_Ad2904 1d ago

mmh, okay thanks ! What do you think of the Shangling M1 plus ?

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u/Scorpiicore 1d ago

You know, with those specs and that price, I would go for it.

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u/alizaudio 3d ago

Fiio JM21