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YBA VIBE P1 R2R DAC and Headphone Amp Review

A compact DAC and headphone amplifier from YBA with a proprietary R2R DAC of 126 resistors, listed at $599 as a single option. The page gives a weight of 120g, a size of 93 x 65 x 14mm and a 2.23-inch screen, but the listing text gives no output power.

4.0Editorial rating: 4.0 out of 5Editorial rating · research-basedUpdated November 11, 2026
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Our verdict

A compact R2R DAC and headphone amplifier for someone who wants a stated weight and size, USB and coaxial inputs and on-device settings at $599. Look elsewhere if you need an output power figure, a battery capacity or a connector list, since the listing text gives none of them. The main caveat is that the page's sound descriptions are the maker's own words and were not checked here.

Best for
Someone who wants a compact R2R DAC and headphone amplifier with a listed weight and USB and coaxial inputs.
Skip if
You need a stated output power, battery capacity or a list of output connectors.

YBA's VIBE P1 is the first model in the VIBE series, and the page describes a proprietary R2R DAC with 126 precision resistors in a 19+5 bit architecture. It pairs that with a headphone amplifier circuit using two ADA4610 and four BUF434A chips, runs on an internal battery and weighs 120g per the page. The price is $599 for one option.

Options and pricing

The page shows a single orderable option at $599 and no colors or bundles. It mentions a PU Leather case that is sold separately and so is not part of this option, and it says an RCA to USB-C cable adapter is provided. The listing text shows no crossed-out price.

How it compares

The FangSound Silenos is $572 and the FangSound Prometheus is $560, whose listing text mentions ES9039PRO, while the VIBE P1 listing text gives no chip name and describes its own R2R DAC at $599. The MOONDROP x S.M.S.L DHA 15 costs $552.49 and its listing text mentions CS43198.

Shipping

  • Methods and costs. The store's shipping page offers Standard Shipping (4PX, Yanwen or Yun Express), free for most countries, and Express Shipping (DHL Express, FedEx or SF Express) at 15-50 USD depending on the country, free for orders over 270 USD in most countries (checked 2026-11-11).
  • Large items. The page says headphones and desktop DAC/AMPs count as large items, for which Express is free only for orders over $499.99.
  • Delivery times. It says an in-stock order ships within 3 working days, Standard takes about 2 weeks after shipping out (up to 1-3 months for some countries, and the store makes no refund for that transit time) and Express takes about 3-7 days. Festive seasons and other circumstances can change the timing.
  • Taxes and fees. The buyer pays any customs, import or processing fees. The page says Standard via YunExpress is tax-inclusive for some countries, that remote areas can carry extra Express charges, and that a parcel refused or left uncollected over taxes is deducted two-way freight and may be destroyed with no refund.
  • Where it ships. The page says the store can generally ship to most countries by Express and many by Standard, and to confirm Standard with the team for your country. It cannot ship to PO boxes or APO/FPO addresses and can only use Express to Hawaii. It does not name the US, Canada, the UK, Australia or New Zealand, so confirm before you pay.
  • Lost parcels. If a parcel has been in transit for at least 3 months, the page offers a one-time reshipment or a full refund for orders under $50 and a 50% refund for orders above $50.

Returns and warranty

  • Returns. The return page allows returning any non-customized product that is still factory sealed within 30 days of receiving it, with the buyer paying the shipping. Email [email protected] within that period; the store asks for the return to be shipped within 5 working days of the RMA instructions and in most cases processes a refund within 5 business days of inspecting it (checked 2026-11-11).
  • Opened items. A product opened within the first 7 days after delivery can be returned for the price minus a restocking fee of 35% of its retail value, including when it still works properly.
  • Refund or credit. The buyer can choose a refund to the original payment method (PayPal or card) or store credit; with no answer within 48 hours of confirmation the default is store credit, which can also be prioritized during promotions, final-sale events and for items 40% or more off retail.
  • Not returnable. Customized products, including faceplate designs, are non-refundable, and the page says the same applies to carry cases, cables, ear tips and other accessories, "due to hygiene purposes". If one item in a package is defective, incorrect or missing, the refund or replacement covers only that item.
  • Warranty. The page gives a 1-year warranty on products, excluding carry cases, ear tips and other accessories, and 3 months on cables and adapters, from the date of purchase. It covers factory defects that affect proper function, not damage from human error, negligence, accidents, dismantling, water, abuse or modification (checked 2026-11-11).
  • Not covered or limited. It does not apply to items bought elsewhere (AliExpress, Amazon, local dealers and the like), prize or giveaway items, normal wear or colour change, commercial use, or items that were stolen or went missing. Coverage is limited for products 40% or more off retail, for review units and for items repaired or modified by anyone Linsoul has not authorized.
  • Claims. Email [email protected] with the order number, the issue and photos and videos of the fault. The store may ask for the unit back for a replacement. It covers shipping for some defects reported within 7 days of delivery if the fault can be shown on video or photo; after 7 days the buyer ships it back. For wrong or missing items an unboxing video of the whole sealed parcel is required.

Before you buy

Linsoul says it was founded in 2016 by the Crazy HiFi team to bring Chinese HiFi makers closer to listeners worldwide, and that it now sells other makers' products alongside four brands of its own, THIEAUDIO, Kiwi Ears, ZiiGaat and Tripowin (checked 2026-11-11).

We have not read any independent review of this product or of the store. Ratings and owner reviews shown on the store's own pages are the store's and were not verified.

What we liked

  • The page gives a weight of 120g, a size of 93 x 65 x 14mm and a 2.23-inch screen for settings
  • The R2R DAC is described with a resistor count of 126 and a 19+5 bit architecture
  • Both USB and coaxial S/PDIF inputs are described, with an RCA to USB-C cable adapter provided
  • On-device NOS and OS mode switching and a parametric EQ with web and Android app setup are listed

Worth noting

  • The listing text gives no output power figure, only a description of low-impedance, high-power output
  • The listing text gives no battery capacity or battery life and no output connector list
  • No DAC chip is named, so the R2R design cannot be compared by chip

Questions before you buy

What DAC does the YBA VIBE P1 list?

The page describes YBA's proprietary R2R DAC with 126 high-precision resistors in a 19+5 bit architecture and gives no DAC chip name.

What inputs does it list?

The page lists USB, from a phone or computer through a special USB M1 input chip, and S/PDIF coaxial through the provided RCA to USB-C cable adapter.

What size and weight does it list?

The page says 93 x 65 x 14mm and 120g, with a 2.23-inch screen.

Can I return it if I change my mind?

The return page allows returning a non-customized product that is still factory sealed within 30 days of receiving it, with the buyer paying shipping. An opened product returned within 7 days carries a 35% restocking fee. Refunds go to the original payment method or to store credit, which is the default if you do not choose.

How long does shipping take?

The shipping page says in-stock orders ship within 3 working days. Standard Shipping takes about 2 weeks after shipping out, up to 1-3 months for some countries, and Express takes about 3-7 days. Standard is free for most countries; Express costs 15-50 USD and is free over 270 USD (over $499.99 for large items such as headphones and desktop DAC/AMPs).

Does Linsoul ship to the US, Canada, the UK, Australia and New Zealand?

The page says Linsoul can generally ship to most countries by Express and many by Standard, and to ask the team about Standard for your country. It names no restriction for the US, Canada, the UK, Australia or New Zealand, but it does not list them either, and it can only use Express to Hawaii.

What warranty does it have?

The page gives a 1-year warranty on products from the purchase date for factory defects, not for human error, accidents or modification. Coverage is limited for items 40% or more off retail and for review units, and it does not apply to items bought from other sellers.

Sources & verification

What this review is based on and the day we last read it. Specs and claims from the maker are the maker’s own; the verdict and the rating are ours.

From the store

  • YBA VIBE P1 product page: specs, options and price (the buy buttons go there)Specs, options and the listed priceRead November 11, 2026
  • Linsoul shipping pageStandard and Express shipping, costs and times, import taxes, lost parcels, couriers, trackingRead November 11, 2026
  • Linsoul return policy and warranty page30-day returns of sealed items, 35% restocking fee on opened ones, 1-year and 3-month warranties, exclusions, how to claimRead November 11, 2026
  • Linsoul support FAQThe same shipping, return and warranty rules in question form, plus order changes and cancellationsRead November 11, 2026
  • About LinsoulFounded in 2016 by the Crazy HiFi team; names its own brands; the awards listed there are the store's own accountRead November 11, 2026

What we couldn’t verify

  • The listing text gives no output power figure, battery capacity, battery life or output connector list, per the page.
  • The page's descriptions of the sound signature, smooth digital communication and an analog-like character are the maker's claims and were not checked here.
  • The page says a second USB port adds External Power Mode for more demanding headphones, but it gives no power figure for that mode.
  • We have not read an independent review of this product or the store, and the store's own ratings were not verified. We read the store's catalog description only: a specification table or image shown just on the live page was not read.
  • The shipping page names no US, Canada, UK, Australia or New Zealand times or fees: its figures are general and we could not confirm them for these countries.

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