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Review on 🎧 FiiO FA1 Swirl (Smoke) Detachable Cable Design HiFi Single Balanced Armature Driver Over-Ear Earphones for iOS and Android - Ideal for PC, Tablet, and Computer Use by Tom Plowman

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I wanted to love them

I mean look at them! You are just wonderful. I think this is the coolest IEM kit out there and the price is right. They're very comfortable, with a wide range of earbuds in the box to fit your ears, and the packaging is top-notch. The memory wire wrap is great and the cord doesn't get tangled. And those highs. so beautiful, sparkling to the max! The midrange is also very solid. It's great sound until you get to the bass. If bass is important to you (and I mean all bass) then this is a tough pass. Some audiophiles value brilliant, high-frequency, clean sound and don't care about bass. If you're that type of listener, these IEMs might be perfect for you. If you like the Grado Prestige-style sound signature, these are worth a try (they don't match the Grado at high frequencies, but they're in the same vein). But in my opinion, while I don't need a lot of bass, and I don't want or need muffled or boomy bass or other bass that distracts from the highs, I definitely want more bass than it provides. A good example of music that doesn't suit them at all is "Baduism" by Erika Badu. This is an extremely bass heavy album that makes extensive use of the cello and this cello is almost never used even when FiiO is used. Too bad because I love these headphones so much but I couldn't keep them to myself.

Pros
  • Solid construction
Cons
  • Functionality

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March 17, 2023
GREAT HEADPHONES