AP30 Music Boy: The First Truly Wearable Hi-Res Music Player
Game Boy-inspired Design Meets Hi-Res Audio (DSD256, PCM 24bit/192kHz)| Whale-Inspired Backplate| Magnetic Phone Snap| Pixel Block Game
If you are looking for a dedicated audio device that brings back the fun of classic gadgets, Hidizs has designed a player that blends audiophile sound with retro charm. Launching on Kickstarter, the AP30 Music Boy is billed as the first truly wearable Hi Res music player. By combining studio level audio decoding with a design inspired by 90s handheld gaming, it offers a nostalgic, high fidelity alternative to streaming music on your smartphone.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Name and Creator AP30 Music Boy The First Truly Wearable Hi Res Music Player by Hidizs.
What It Is The AP30 Music Boy is a compact, retro inspired high resolution audio player. Modeled after classic 90s handheld gaming consoles, it delivers audiophile grade sound quality in a palm sized, wearable format that includes built in games and high fidelity decoding.
KEY FEATURES
Studio Level Hi Res Audio The device is powered by a CS43198 DAC and RT6863 amplifier. It supports native DSD256 and PCM up to 24 bit 192kHz, delivering incredible clarity and dynamic range for serious music lovers.
Game Boy Inspired Design Paying homage to the 90s portable gaming era, the player features a familiar tactile layout, an ALPS volume wheel, and even includes a built in retro block puzzle game on its 2.0 inch IPS display.
Wearable Portability The player is designed to be worn rather than just carried in a pocket. It features a magnetic phone case snap, a neck strap, and a bag clip, allowing you to easily attach it to your daily gear.
Dual Outputs and Wireless Freedom It offers both a standard 3.5mm single ended output and a 4.4mm balanced output. For wireless listening, Bluetooth 5.3 provides a fast, stable connection to your headphones or speakers.
Two Build Materials Users can choose between a lightweight plastic edition or a premium CNC aluminum edition. Both feature a specially designed whale engraved backplate.
Expandable Storage To ensure you never run out of music, the player supports up to 256GB microSD cards, allowing you to store over 8500 lossless tracks for offline playback.
REWARDS
Kickstarter Pricing Early backers can secure the AP30 Music Boy at Super Early Bird prices starting around 85 dollars for the plastic edition and 93 dollars for the aluminum edition, which is a solid discount off the planned retail price.
Options Supporters can choose their preferred build material and select from a variety of distinct retro colors, including Classic White, Shadow Black, Crystal Ocean Blue, Arcade Black, and Pixel Purple.
Delivery The Kickstarter campaign launched in July 2026 and quickly gained traction. The creator will provide backers with updates on production and final shipping timelines as the campaign wraps up in mid August.
CONCEPT
The core concept is Wearable Nostalgia. The creators at Hidizs believe that smartphones have killed the magic of dedicated music players. By blending the dopamine hit of classic 90s portable gaming with high end audio engineering, they aim to create a fun, interactive device that you genuinely want to wear and use every day.
INSPIRATION
The project was inspired by the golden era of handheld gaming, specifically the iconic silhouette of the Game Boy. Additionally, the team drew inspiration from the ocean to design the signature whale backplate. Through a collaboration with the WDC, the whale design symbolizes the freedom of the ocean and highlights a shared responsibility for protecting marine life.
