FiiO FT1From real comments

Verdict distilled from 14 mentions across 1 aspects in comments under product review videos.

Positive sentiment100%
PROS 100%

Rank based on 14 mentions across 1 aspects

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Buy this if...

  • You want closed-back sound that rivals much pricier headphones without spending big
  • You value bundled extras like a balanced cable, wood cups, and a case at this price
  • You're willing to EQ or break the headphones in to tame the upper mids/treble

What users love

Skip this if...

  • You need strong sound isolation from a closed-back design
  • You're sensitive to build quality risk from the reported headband screw/nut failures
  • You're already happy with pricier open-back planars and don't need closed-back isolation

What users complain about

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Overall Impression

Owners of high-end gear are stunned by what $150 buys here. Multiple commenters who own Sennheiser HD800, HiFiman Arya, Stax, Focal Elex and Fostex TH900 say the FT1 is the rare hyped headphone that actually lives up to expectations, describing it as sounding like hearing songs for the first time. Several call it the best value in closed-back headphones ever, citing wood cups, deep punchy bass, and timbre that rivals studio monitors and flagship dynamics costing thousands more.

Upper midrange shoutiness is the most consistent sonic complaint. Many listeners independently flag a nasal, shouty, sometimes fatiguing quality in the upper mids and vocals, occasionally paired with treble spikes. Several say EQ or 100+ hours of burn-in noticeably smooths this out, turning a disappointing first impression into a favorite. Others, however, still find the tuning too intense or V-shaped even after adjustments, describing it as exhausting for long sessions.

A recurring hardware defect worries even happy owners. Several buyers report the small screws or swivel nut connecting the headband to the cups coming loose or snapping, in some cases within days or after just six uses. Commenters note FiiO has acknowledged the issue and is sending replacement screws, but warn it could become a PR problem, urging buyers to be cautious despite otherwise loving the sound and comfort.

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