SOUNDSTAGE is notably deeper and slightly less wide. - Sound quality well above it's price point. Yeah , I am the sole owner of my written review. 2pin female connector looks study enough due to the the use of very solid plastic-type. VALUE: 8.5/10, THE PLUS: Thick lush textured timbre, Clear full-bodied vocal, fast thumping bass, Well balanced, Rich in sounds layers, Fast transient response, Immersive holographic soundstage, Musicality, Bright without being harsh, excellent accessories IMAGING is way better with more precision and accuracy in instrument placement and separation. I always wondered about that. Abundant accessories never absent Balanced eartips (large*2, medium*2, small*2) Still, it makes the FD1 more energic in macro-resolution and delivers higher micro-details. Comparing the FH3 to its overachieving entry-level sibling the FD1, the FH3’s are a step up in more ways than one. This timbre density and texture inflict on transparency, which is just enough and far from being like looking through clean glass, so it can affect layering and imaging with very busy tracks that use a textured instrument like an electric guitar, sax, but again, apart from crazy jazz-rock big band this would never be a drawback and act as a plus cause electric guitar is full, heavy and very lively. All in all, it’s a very boring bassy listen compared to FD1 and the bass veil overly affect clarity and imaging. Check out Yong Shun's review of the FiiO FD1 - an entry-level IEM with a single 10mm beryllium dynamic driver. If you have an allergy to either thin or recessed mids, the FD1 will certainly be the cure. An included removable MMCX cable measures a standard 4 ft (1.2 m) and terminates in a 3.5 mm plug. Dynamic sound; big soundstage and headroom; great accessories; value. Where the FH1S was a 1+1 hybrid, the FD1 rolls with a single dynamic. You can buy the FD1 for 60$ on official FIIO Amazon STORE. www.ear-phone-review.com I n this article, we will focus on the FiiO FD1. The packaging is well done with a box with a magnetic door similar to the flagship FH7 presentation. It has a celluloid faceplate on top, which means every FD1 will have a different pattern. Change ), HIDIZS MERMAID MS1 REVIEW: Gigantic soundstage, Pristine construction, DUNU LUNA REVIEW: Master of Musicality & Magnific Nuances, HZSOUND HEART-MIRROR REVIEW: Refined newcomer with a mature audiophile target sound, KINERA FREYA: Beautifull body, Technical soul, KBEAR KS2 REVIEW: Nothing new to see under the too warm sun, BQEYZ SPRING2 REVIEW: A more musical, less technical worthy upgrade of Spring1. We will speak about the latter in a different time, and today the review is dedicated to the headphones — FiiO FD5. Comfortable. FD1 sounds more out of your head, taller and wider, while LUNA is slightly deeper. For the Democracy of HiFi Sound Accessibility, SOUND: 8.5/10 FD1, at the time of writing this review comes in only 2 colors. It brings you a sense of movement and power, shaping majestic sound performances. FiiO is one of China's top audio brands, and especially in the field of digital audio players (DAPs), FiiO is a reigning market winner alongside Sony and Astell & Kern. IMAGING finds the sweet spot between sound layers addition and instrument placement. FiiO FA1 Review. FD1 is looser but its more weighty and adds more body to male vocal. If you are tired of overly V shape IEM, thin timbre, or not full sounding enough earphones and want to enjoy unique holographic lushness and full-bodied textured vocal, I urge you to give FD1 a try because this is the type of sound that grows on you due to its incredible richness. FiiO FD1. It’s a little mysterious to know ot what extend beryllium is used, is it the whole diaphragm or just the dome? The FiiO FD1 is a fast, energetic dynamic-driver earphone with a strong sub-bass, a forward upper midrange, and a well resolving treble. Please, amp it well so the sound becomes open, otherwise, this timbre talent might become a drawback due to over-compressed layers textures. What impress here is the quality of accessories, you have a high-end pelican-like protective case that is highly durable and water-resistant, this alone sells around 15$ (HB1 carrying case). Today we’re checking out one of FiiO’s newest releases, the FD1. FD1 that was released a few months ago felt more like a proof of concept, but FD5 that I will testing today is something else entirely. How does a 13mm Berylium-plated dynamic driver compare to a 10mm Bio-diaphragm driver? H δομή του FD1 It brings you a sense of movement and power, shaping majestic sound performances. BASS is warmer, less detailed, more boomy and near texture free. The brand new FD1 Hi-Res certified IEMs by FiiO are their latest entry-level model in name only since they produce impressive audio results on par with what … Talking about decay, there not a lot of sparkly and decay, it’s tight full highs that give an extra bit and body to snare, electric guitar and violin, do quite well too with acoustic guitar, but not so much with clavichord or harp that would benefit from extra air and sparkle. In addition to the newly launched FD5, there is also an entry-level FD1. The FD1 is impressive in transient response speed, which inflicts on the overall articulation of the macro-resolution that rarely if ever get congested. BASS is similar, but in a more recessed way, it’s punchy and faster-tighter with clearer separation. MIDS are crisper with better transparency and more edgy attack, it’s thinner in timbre and vocal are more intimate and centered. Instead, it’s a holographic presentation with good positioning that has more space between horizontal instrument placement than sounds layers. It is recommended by HiBy to be in the bundle of R2 & FD1. IMAGING is inferior, making it hard to pin point instruments due to lower clarity. ( Log Out /  MIDS: LUNA have warmer and more transparent mids, it’s better layered but less textured and lively. It’s less grainy too. This is very evident when I compare Ibasso DX90 with and without JDS LAB ATOM amp. At this price, I can’t ask more and feel quite spoiled. Sound impressions. This is the kind of bass that shows it’s presence when needed, but it isn’t lean, dry or anemic like Moondrop Spaceship or Hifiman RE600 neither. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. JavaScript is disabled. My Video Review: Is FiiO ever sleeping at night? You have a very nice 4 cores Litz cable, that looks very sturdy and durable and pair well with FD1 if you want warmer tonality. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. These type of drivers are rarely if ever found in the sub-100$ earphones market, so my expectation for these was rather high. No need to immediately jump on the aftermarket options. If the Jade Audio EA1 is tuned the same as FD1, it might represent a supreme bargain, but the extra accessories you get with FD1 sure justify the price jump too. The FD1 is very light IEM and not very big for a universal custom. Fiio FD1 Review – Conclusion While we come to conclusion on this review, FiiO FD1 sounds 60 dark over 100 and does have better control and balance without amplification. I'm now using the foam eartips now as well. TREBLE is again fuller and thicker with more natural tonality and less splashy cymbals, making the MS1 highs sound thin in mid-treble and peaky in the upper region, so you have more micro-details but less texture and nuances with MS1. Starting with packaging, bundled accessories, build-quality and finishing with sound performance, FD5 is on another level altogether, as it’s their flagship single driver dynamic IEM. With FiiO's typical flagship-grade headphone technology, the FD1 dynamic driver is made of high-end beryllium, known for being light, thin yet extremely rigid. Whats most important tho, is that these sound just phenomenal – rich, warm, lush and natural, without any sharpness or being overly dark. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Nice extras. TREBLE: LUNA is less detailed sounding than FD1 with more relaxed treble and laid back sound, this gives extra edge to definition to FD1 but control isn’t as fast as LUNA. The FD1 are rather easy to drive due to their decently high sensitivity of 109db, but their impedance of 32ohm does take advantage of extra amping power. I never heard these timbre technicalities with sub-100$ IEM and I think this is something only beryllium drivers could offer. Fiio FD1 is my new favorite IEM in the 60$ (and even higher) price range. I’ve never been a fan of budget-minded FIIO earphones, but the FD1 change the game with its fascinating textured sound that has a hefty bass attack, addictively lush vocal and well balanced, full sounding treble. Listening to ''Let's get physical'' on the FD1: Niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiice! It is also budget friendly and it features carbon nanotube diaphragm & 10mm custom DD. BASS: Both these have a thumping kinda rounded bass, with a slightly boomy sub that lack natural extension, still, LUNA extension is more natural and less thick. Still, even if not perfect, I find the bass to have a versatile performance, doing as good with IDM and electronic in general than Pop, soul and R&B, if you aren’t a crazy critical listener, it does sound okay with classical and jazz, only some fast rock track lack upper bass bite for drum kick (sorry metalhead, not for you). Beryllium is a rich and premium material that is very lightweight and thin yet rigid. It is well built, packs nice accessories and offers a fantastic ergonomy. So when I heard that FiiO was going ‘back to basics’ with a line of new entry-level IEMs, including the FD1 in this review, I was naturally curious to find out what the company was playing at. And what is the other diaphragm material? About this item [Flagship-grade beryllium-plated diaphragm driver]With FiiO's typical flagship-grade headphone technology, the FD1 headphone dynamic driver is made of high-end beryllium, known for being light, thin yet extremely rigid. REVIEW: FiiO’s entry-level FD1 a well-tuned, classy surprise. TREBLE is more crunchy than crisp, but have a thick snap to it and a rather fast attack and good control, It’s very well balanced with rest of spectrum and doesn’t sound artificial or too forwards, percussions stay in the back, hit hat are very natural while cymbals splash slightly hot even if not messy in decay. Το FD1 είναι ένα κλασσικό ΙΕΜ με μία δυναμική μονάδα των 13,6mm επικαλυμμένη με βηρύλλιο και διπλό μαγνητικό κύκλωμα που αποδίδει 55% ισχυρότερο μαγνητικό πεδίο. IMAGING: LUNA have more transparent layering, so you can dig deeper. It sounds out of your head and while not being hall-like in size because of proximity you have with the instrument, it acts like a 180 degree curved panoramic tapestry and is very immersive. Inexpensive. Vocal is better-rounded, more forwarded and less prompt to tiny sibilance too. But once you do, even an inexpensive balanced cable will increase the sound stage, for both depth and width. The first time I heard the FD1, I knew it wasn’t just another cheap IEM designed to please the masses with a fun-tuned, bass-centric signature that dovetails with most modern music genres. TONALITY is warmer with a more balanced W shape. For example, when I listen to the album ‘’About Time’’ by SABRINA CLAUDIO, her vocal tend to sound thin and sibilant, which isn’t the case at all with FD1, it’s lush, full and upfront, not shy and recessed. Okay, this can seem an unfair review, but the LUNA uses pure Beryllium driver and when I listen to FD1, the sound signature similarity triggers my curiosity. Great stuff and I agree they do shine with electronic and livelier music, "After the rather neutrally mastered drums on the previous track, this one is like the sonic equivalent of Knight Rider employing the Turbo Boost function.". It isn’t very boosted and will not steal the show neither bleed on the mids. Unlike multi-BA IEM, the background isn’t as clean so you do not have super crisp analytical imaging with dead silence in separation. FiiO became a bit more generous on the Fh3 packaging with a wider selection of ear tips which for some will offer more flexibility for fine-tuning the sound. Last month FiiO announced for immediate release four new IEMs: a beryllium plated single driver FD1, a true-wireless FW1, a new hybrid FH3 and their newest and the greatest IEM in their portfolio: the FA9 IEMs. Ever since I first discovered FiiO’s range of hybrid IEMs, the FH5 and its successor, the FH7, I’ve been impressed with the company’s style, polish and refined house sound.. SOUNDSTAGE is above average, it’s very tall, has good wideness and decent deepness. Rather fast decay for a dynamic driver; recessed mids. One thing that annoys me was how saturated and compressed in layering feel the soundstage of FD1, once I hook it to the ATOM, the soundstage opens quite a lot especially in tallness and deepness which offer a more holographic layering with better sens of instrument placement and more air between separation. MIDS are lush and brightish, full and thick, greatly textured and forwards in presence. At the heart of the ear, FiiO fitted a Beryllium-plated driver, with a two-way magnetic circuit capable of producing nearly 1 Tesla of magnetic field. Outstanding review - you're showing us all how it's done. PACKAGING&ACCESSORIES: 9/10 HiBy R2 & FD1 & Beans Review. TREBLE is less detailed, less snappy, and thinner, making the percussion more delicate. TONALITY is brighter-crisper, with smoother timbre, better transparency and more neutral tuning. $59.99. I've gone back to a set of silicone tips - gives a little more 'edge' to the sound - me likkeeee! I never heard this type of mids before, perhaps the BQEYZ Spring1 are the closest to it even if sharper in imaging. LUNA is smoother and slightly warmer-more organic. That being said laid back sounding that does not exhaust in long listening sessions and makes you listen for hours easily. FD1 is looser but its more weighty and adds more body to male vocal. Visually, the ear differs from the FH1 and FA1 again. Both male and female vocal has more presence. In fact, some might prefer the more energic, spacious and detailed sound of FD1! According to company representatives these headphones should be considered flagship in the range of single driver company offerings so the … Sound leakage is notable, here, it’s surely the front venting upon the big driver that shoots unwanted noise. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. The FA1 comes in your standard FiiO packaging with six pairs of eartips, a cleaning tool, and a hardshell case. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Built-in pressure valve makes for easy fitting. very nice written and great photos, keep up the good work bro. Greetings! The 2-pin male plugs and 3.5mm male jack are made of hard plastic, while the 2-pin female ports on the FD1 earphones extend outwards within … FiiO FD1 Earphone Review For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Timbre is rather natural with slightly oversaturated texture that does not overly affect transparency. Audiophile sound quality, reference with soul, appearance, carry case, staggering value, Thick lush textured timbre, Clear full-bodied vocal, fast thumping bass, Well balanced, Rich in sounds layers, Fast transient response, Immersive holographic soundstage, Musicality, Bright without being harsh, excellent accessories, Need minimal amping and right ear tips to sound its best, thick macro-resolution that lack air, roll-off sub-bass, average micro-details retrieval and clarity, Tight, textured, well-extended bass – Sibilance control – Comfy, ergonomic shell, Upper mids can be a touch aggressive – Poor isolation – Upper treble could benefit from more emphasis. ... Review : FiiO M11 – So Far, So Good . Piano fuller with FD1. Even though the FD1 and the FH1s would be considered Fiio's lower tier, the stock SE cable is the best that I've experienced in the last few years, for the sub $100 USD category. SOUNDSTAGE is wider, more panoramic with less well-layered IMAGING. FD1 is a little more breathy with vocal, they are thicker and have a wider presence. MIDS are fuller but more opaque too with FD1, the male vocal is more bodied than MS1, presentation is more intimate and forwards with FD1 and cleaner due to slower transient response of MS1. Resolution is a little warm but timbre is dense and has a good amount of texture. Extraordinary configuration, perfectly matches with you, flagship-grade beryllium-plated diaphragm driver. AT 60$, I wasn’t expecting a refined package and a generous amount of accessories, but it’s FIIO, and as I learn they can be over the top in generosity sometimes. I spend most of the time listening to these through either the AgpTEK H1 MP3 player, Topping NX-2 portable DAC/AMP or the rather excellent Nexium AQUA + bluetooth headphone amplifier. The FD1 has average isolation, the thin plastic of housing surely explains why it does not passively cancel noise at the normal volume level. The FiiO FD1 is superior in terms of bass speed and layering. SOUNDSTAGE: Again very similar. It bleeds more on mids. https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/fiio-fa9.24424/review/24076/, You find an INDEX of all our earphone reviews HERE, https://fiio.aliexpress.com/store/group/FD1-Dynamic-Earphone/1473108_517614113.html, Headphones – Fiio FH1s, Lime Ears Aether R, Noble Khan, Rha MA750, Cayin YB04, Final E3000, Sources– Samsung S8+, Cayin N5ii, Fiio M11, Fiio M5, iFi iDAC2, Topping DX3PRO, The Rolling Stones - “ Sympathy for the Devil ”, 0.78mm 4 strand, 120 core, OFC Litz cable, Driver: 10mm dynamic with Beryllium-plated diaphragm +N50 magnet, Cable: 0.78mm 2-pin 4-strand high-purity monocrystalline copper. The nozzle is long enough for deep insertion too. Everything is well presented in the box. The HiBy Beans is HiBy’s single dynamic driver earphone, selling for $69 USD. FD1 is a little more breathy with vocal, they are thicker and have a wider presence. While FH7 being the supreme example that they can enter the bigger league and still offer high benefit returns, I think the model I review today is a big step into the single dynamic earphones market. Can sound harsh when used with weak amps. The sheer number of products they release on a monthly basis is staggering. Neutral. The plastic looks a little cheap and fragile, though the backplate celluloid glossy effect is nice. Separation in the lower end isn’t the best, which means sub and kick can feel very stick together sometimes, as well, more their mids in your music, more it will shadow the bass articulation. The midrange of both In-Ear Monitors is slightly recessed due to the V-Shaped sound signature. The Fiio FD1 earphone cable terminates into a 3.5mm right angled jack at one end and, 2-pin connectors at the other. Nice one. Well, here it’s all about transient response and tonal balance. The FIIO FD1 earphones use a big 10mm beryllium-plated driver as well as a powerful dual magnet that promises a speedy transient response. Sure, the LUNA is slightly faster in transient so you gain extra transparency and layering, as well, balance is more refined, but the biggest difference is in bass quality. The nozzle is the only metal part. Sub bass extension is rolled off, which affects both rumble and natural extension down to 20hz. While in the hands it feels of average quality, in the ears the use of light plastic is a plus fo comfort. In terms of CONSTRUCTION, it’s not very impressive and uses the very same plastic housing than FIIO FH1 and JADE AUDIO EA1. SOUNDSTAGE is notably wider and deeper with the MS1, IMAGING too is more accurate and less condensed in layering than FD1. © 2001-2021 Head-Fi.org. This isn’t what I would call a ‘’Wow effect searcher IEM’’ because it’s more about the nuances in cohesive thickness than details from spiky sharpness. MIDS: LUNA have warmer and more transparent mids, it’s better layered but less textured and lively. It ensures swift movement of the driver coil and provides unmatched sound quality output. This was mostly true for DAP and DAC-AMP before they begin to seriously work on their IEM line up. MIDS are wider, smoother and free of any sibilance, slightly less clear and vivid, with a more breathy approach that can be heard as more natural in timbre. It has little less extension and rumble in lower region. When I say brightish, don’t get me wrong, its due to the slightly aggressive forwardness, not so much to the timbre or tonality because both piano and vocal doesnt sound unbalanced in harmony. A sweet touch from FiiO’s … BASS is thicker, fuller, and flatter with the FD1, it has more high bass so the kick sound fuller, as well, it’s better balanced and controlled than the more boomy and resonant low end of MS1. Author: Gadget Explained; From: gadgetexplained.com. Video review of the FD1, new earphones by FiiO, featuring 10 mm beryllium coated diaphragm dynamic driver tailored for the unusual sound signature Vocal is better-rounded, more forwarded and less prompt to tiny sibilance too. FD1 is more spacious and better in precise instrument placement. ( Log Out /  The density of timbre is very impressive in nuance, it’s rich, full and has an amplify naturalness to it. The FD1 isn’t very recessed in lower mids, and have just a hint of extra upper mids, all well rounded, so both male and female vocal sound great, thick and hyper-realist, with a holographic feel to hit as if density add 3D effect to timbre. It excels through a huge headroom but cold be a bit more organic sounding and less dynamic. The FiiO FD1 features powerful beryllium plated dynamic driver unit on each side. Both having good tonal balance, I would say Musicality go to IT00, while technicalities go to FD1. The FD1 is actually the 2nd IEM to arrive in the lab with beryllium based drivers and as I’ve pointed out in the past this is a great choice of material since unlike Aluminum and Titanium it's not only lighter and stiffer (which means it can maintain its structural integrity under load) but it also allows for sound to travel with far higher efficiency. Nonetheless, I really appreciate treble quality, it never sounds metallic and just have enough brilliance, as well, it’s quite fast in articulation. To hear the full potential of FD1 beryllium driver, I urge you to try an amp with it. The FiiO FD1 is another new IEM, neither hybrid nor balanced, it’s a pure dynamic driver, and that’s quite rare nowadays. In term of technicalities, the T2 is leagues ahead, but it sounds slightly colder and vocal might be more appealing with FD1 for lot of people. The FD1 is the first member of the new portable DAC/Amplifier product line of the company and offers some interesting features like ES9118 Dual DAC, 3.5mm TRS Single Ended & 2.5mm TRRS Balanced outputs, Dual Crystal Oscillators and many more. Let’s talk about this more in the treble section. With FiiO's typical flagship-grade headphone technology, the FD1 dynamic driver is made of high-end beryllium, known for being light, thin yet extremely rigid. The reason why I've given these headphones 4.5 out of 5 is that, whilst representing an excellent way of getting a taste of the high-end of In Ear Monitors, they really do require a player with a strong output to work at their best. theheadonist July 21, 2020 November 6, 2020. On the album ‘’Pastrami Bagel social club’’ from jazz-rock band AUTORYNO, the whole presentation is super weighty, hefty and textured, giving intense energic immersivity, electric guitar are lush, thick and grippy, with fantastic attack weight while kick drum is heavy and fast in punch, percussions are hit or miss, well, especially in multiple crash hit which tend to jump at you a little more than other more natural cymbals and percussions. TREBLE is more delicate, better balanced, fuller and more analytical. FIIO FD1 REVIEW 2 PIN CONNECTOR EARPHONES. TREBLE is leaner, fuller but less detailed and sparkly. Wow, this comparison surprises me quite a lot and sure confirm how good is the beryllium plated driver of FD1. I never feel any discomfort even for long listening sessions. One thing sure, the tuning experience they gain with the time begin to bear fruit. CONSTRUCTION&DESIGN: 7.5/10 Hello! 2020-09-01 FIIO FD1 Beryllium-plated diaphragm Dynamic Driver 2Pin 0.78mm HiFi In-ear Earphone IEMs. In the end of 2020 FiiO have released two unusual offerings by presenting headphones and enhanced version of uBTR TWS adapter. BASS is fast, round, and thumpy with a slight boost in mid-bass so you get extra weight in punch. Black and blue, which we feel is quite less and should come up with our favorite color, purple. SOUNDSTAGE is wider, but not as tall and deep. ( Log Out /  All in all, the MS1 sounds more U shape, fun and immersive due to its bigger hall-like soundstage and more boosted bass while FD1 is more neutral and natural in tonality. My revelation happens once amped with my JDS LAB ATOM as stated before. TONALITY: Very similar, kinda U shape with extra vocal forwardness and thick textured timbre with enough transparency. BASS is more extended in sub bass region, have more slam but looser control and slower attack, as well it isn’t as textured and weighty in thumping. HiBy Beans . The drivers in these are excellent, and I do recognize the beryllium magic which is shown in the effortless transient response of sound layers. TONALITY is warmer, more organic with a higher bass boost and rumble. You have 3 pairs of silicone balanced ear tips, 3 pairs of silicone bass ear tips, and 1 pair of memory foams ear tips. FiiO FD1 will use a dynamic N50 driver, a … FiiO FD1. FiiO FD1. All three of these devices feature a much stronger headphone output than what you would normally find on a typical smartphone. The FiiO FD1 is more successful in terms subbass depth and quantity, while the TFZ T2 Galaxy has the upper hand in terms of midbass impact and intensity. Description. One thing sure, the FD1 offers very unique tonality and technicality that I will try to explain to you in this review. The FD1 is just a hint brighter and more forwards in texture. ( Log Out /  FiiO FD1 is the hi-res in-ear in ear monitor and also the company’s first model in the new Dynamic FD in ear headphones product line, parallel to the existing two lines and full Balanced FH is hybrid Armatured FA. Sibilance is less evident too. The FD1 pull its physical side from the FH1S sharing the same low profile, ergonomic shell with unique celluloid faceplates, 0.78mm 2-pin system, and snazzy cable. All rights reserved. However, compared to something like the Moondrop Starfield, this FiiO is a bit chunkier, which results in a thicker fit, a snug fit, something more akin to what I would consider average vs the Starfield’s incredible comfort factor. FIIO doesn’t need introduction, because they are surely the most know ”Chi-Fi” company out there. THE SO-SO: Need minimal amping and right ear tips to sound its best, thick macro-resolution that lack air, roll-off sub-bass, average micro-details retrieval and clarity. MIDS are warmer, smoother and a hint more recessed, vocal is less bright and textured but the overall timbre is a hint more natural, though piano and male vocal sound less full, detailed and realist. So, these are supposed to use a beryllium plated driver too, let’s see how it comparess with FD1! OVERALL SOUND is a well balanced V to W tonality, with weighty thumping bass, gently bright mids, and thick crunchy treble.