This is the official thread for the FiiO FT1
This thread is for discussion and reviews.
- Type: Over Ear Dynamic
- Amp needed: No
- Closed Back
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DMS3TV
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Ahhh yes the headphone that everyone bought because of DMS.
Here is what comes inside the box
It’s a really dope set. Here is my take. Comfortable, nice packaging, and sounds fantastic. It really is a very likable headphone, and gets a full recomendation from me. Easily end game for many people.
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I have a feeling the FT1 Pros are gonna be a knockout. Any @moderators feel like making one for them?
I hear the pro is completely different and ‘just alright’
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All done buddy 
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My review is published now for those interested:
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I received my FT1’s from B&H yesterday, they were the last set they had, and they priced matched the lower MSRP.
Within a couple hours of listening, when I was changing the wire, the screw where the headband attaches to the cup assembly came loose and the assembly became a floppy mess.
This is a widely reported issue online, and luckily I did not lose the screw or washers as others have reported.
This morning I went to Home Depot and bought a Torx screwdriver set and the T6 worked perfectly. I did have to remove the cup from the yoke, but that was easy.
The screw hole is not round and you have to make sure the screw and washer are re-lined up correctly before trying to tighten it again or it will not take up the wobbly slack properly.
I do highly recommend these headphones for sound quality, just not build quality. If you buy them make sure you have a T6 screwdriver, or buy one right away, then tighten all of the screws as soon as the headphones arrive to get out ahead of it.
I was tempted to buy other pads, but for the time being I am enjoying the sound. Either the drivers, my brain, or both are burning in nicely. I may grab some Eris or Dekoni pads later to see how much they open up.
I also have the Capra Audio head band that DMS recommended on order, so I am looking forward to an extra layer of comfort. The stock head band is not terrible, but extra comfort is never bad.
At this price point they really have no business sounding this good.
Edit: I just got back from a walk with them connected to my Fiio LC-BT2 bluetooth neckband (using LDAC) and they still sounded great. That neckband has never let me down, no matter what I have connected to it.
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I have not been able to get Zeo’s Eris ear pads on Amazon so far so I grabbed a set of Brainwav’s to see how much of a difference they would make.
I bought the hybrid memory foam PU/velour oval pads as I wanted the fenestrated inner wall for breathability while keeping the solid outer wall to keep noise out while traveling.
The oval shape along with the extra wide lip makes them hard to put on, but they do work.
The ear well is a bit bigger than the stock pads so that may help people that find the stock pads a little too confining.
While the sound differences are not night and day, they are substantial enough to make the trouble of putting them on worth it. The extra air space and inner breathability balances the sound by taking a couple of db out of the bass and adding a couple of db to the treble. I find this balances the sound out just enough for a much better fit for my preferences without needing to EQ.
While there is no super widening of soundstage there is a noticeable pleasant addition of airiness along with treble detail. The bass is very slightly muted, but not so much to be a detriment to the sound. When a song calls for bass and sub-bass there is still plenty to be had.
I find the stock pads kind of makes the sound “shout” at me where these pads open things up more and “relaxes” the overall presentation.
Overall I highly recommend these ear pads if you are looking for a little more airiness and upper detail, along with a more linear sound without giving up any technical qualities.