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FiiO FT1 Closed-Back Headphones
WIRED HEADPHONE
Closed-Back
over-ear
Product SKU: FT1 (Black Walnut)
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Product Details
Audio46's Opinion
It definitely is tailored for the bass-lover in mind, opting for comfort and sound isolation to immerse you in your listening. The sound profile comes with a good amount of clarity, and I could see people using these as a casual listening headphone as well as a working headphone for some projects that will be worked on on-the-go. Stacked against the competition in the same price range, these are a great deal and you should get your hands on them while you can.
Our Full Review
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(Specifications and appearance of this product are subject to change without notice)
American black walnut solid-wood cups
The FIIO FT1 cups are made from carefully selected FAS-grade American black walnut*. The wood’s smooth grain unique to each piece and delicate texture truly showcase its natural beauty. This highly dense solid wood also helps to reduce cavity resonance effectively and minimizes standing waves.
Key Features at a Glance
- American Black Walnut Wood Cups: Crafted from FAS-grade American black walnut, providing a smooth grain and reducing cavity resonance for natural sound quality.
- Nanowood Fiber Composite Diaphragm: Made from 90-year-old Northern European spruce with added carbon fiber, resulting in a lightweight, durable diaphragm that enhances warm, lush vocals.
- Closed-Back Design: Optimized for immersive, high-fidelity listening with ambient noise reduction up to 26dB.
- U-Shaped Sound Damping Tube: Enhances bass extension and noise attenuation, creating a dynamic, focused sound experience.
- High-Sensitivity Design: 32Ω impedance and 98dB/mW sensitivity make it easy to drive with a variety of devices, ensuring quality HiFi audio.
- Ball Bearing Slide Rail Headband: Precision-designed, durable, and adjustable for comfort with a suede leather headband.
- Premium Storage Bag: Includes a stylish, durable storage bag, crafted with French-inspired materials for added protection.
- Two Silver-Plated OFC Cables: Comes with 3.5mm and 4.4mm cables, both using silver-plated oxygen-free copper for superior sound quality and device compatibility.
Nanowood fiber composite diaphragm
The FIIO FT1’s diaphragm primarily consists of carefully selected paper wood fibers, based on 90-year-old spruce wood from Northern Europe. European spruce is a top-grade raw material for musical instruments and fiber products, known for its clear sound and natural tone. Mature Northern European spruce wood undergoes a series of processes, including soaking, cooking, and beating, to create specific pulp. To meet acoustic toughness requirements, a precise proportion of carbon fiber material is added. The diaphragm then undergoes another round of baking and molding, resulting in a final thickness of approximately 0.1mm, lightweight and tough. To fully unleash the acoustic performance of the nanowood fibers, light PU material with high internal resistance is utilized for the suspension gasket, improving diaphragm compliance, enhancing low-frequency elasticity, and strengthening the density of vocals from the source of the sound, thus resulting in warm, lush vocals.
Closed-back design
The FT1, as FIIO’s first closed-back over-ear headphones, incorporates a variety of features that specifically enhance the closed-back listening experience. A series of sound insulation components in the FT1 effectively reduce ambient noise, including external voices and environmental sounds, by up to 26dB. Whether you’re commuting, editing recordings, working in an office, or gaming, the FT1 allows you to immerse yourself in a high-fidelity audio world. It is a truly great-sounding, all-rounder set of headphones.
U-shaped sound damping tube for enhanced noise attenuation
The U-shaped sound damping tube specifically developed for the FIIO FT1 not only enhances passive noise attenuation but also allows sound energy to pass through a specific length and angle of the flute, increasing air viscosity and reducing cavity resonance frequency. This further enhances bass extension. You’ll distinctly feel the air movement and the focused power of drums and strings.
32Ω high-sensitivity design
The FIIO FT1 aims to provide users with a high-quality HiFi experience across various usage scenarios. To achieve this, the FT1 features a low impedance design of 32Ω and boasts acoustic sensitivity metrics of 113dB/Vrms@1kHz (equivalent to 98dB/mW@1kHz). This significantly reduces the demand for driving power, allowing you to effortlessly enjoy excellent sound quality.
Ball bearing slide rail headband
To make it more portable and lightweight, the FT1 headband features high-quality ball bearing slides, significantly enhancing the headband’s durability. You will feel the precision and sophistication of the mechanical design every time you adjust the headband. Additionally, compared to similar products, the FT1 offers 12 notches of extended adjustment range to accommodate various head sizes. The part of the headband in contact with the head is made of suede leather material for a soft and comfortable wearing experience.
Premium headphone storage bag included
Included with the FT1 is a premium headphone storage bag, crafted with the same materials and techniques used by top French brands, offering a refined and stylish appearance, rarely seen in its class but undoubtedly useful for protection.
2 silver-plated oxygen-free copper cables included
The brand-new FT1 comes with two headphone cables – terminated in 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced plugs. Both cables are identically made using an oxygen-free copper-plated silver wire base with 392 wires, are of 24AWG thickness, and are 1.5 meters long. This makes the FT1 widely compatible with many audio devices, as you can easily switch between the cables. They produce a transparent yet robust sound, allowing you to fully enjoy quality lossless audio.
IN THE BOX
- FT1
- Storage bag
- packaging box
- 3.5mm headphone cable
- 4.4mm balanced cable
- 3.5mm to 6.35mm adapter
- Quick start guide
SPECIFICATIONS
- Headphone type: Closed-back dynamic headphones
- Frequency response: 10Hz-40kHz
- Driver: 60mm dynamic
- Impedance: 320
- Sensitivity: 98dB/mW@1kHz, 113dB/Vrms@1kHz
- Cable material: Silver-plated oxygen-free copper
- Earpad pressure: 4.5N±0.3N
- Cable length: About 1.5m
- Weight: 340g (excluding cable)
- Headphone connector: Dual 3.5mmTRS
- Audio cable plug: 3.5mm/4.4mm
- Ear cup material: Black walnut
FAQ
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What materials are used in the FT1’s ear cups?
The FT1 features ear cups made from FAS-grade American black walnut wood, which offers a dense and smooth texture. This premium wood material is carefully selected to reduce resonance and enhance sound quality, showcasing the natural beauty of each piece’s grain. -
What makes the nanowood fiber composite diaphragm unique?
The diaphragm is crafted from 90-year-old Northern European spruce wood pulp blended with carbon fiber to enhance acoustic toughness. This unique material combination results in a lightweight, durable diaphragm that offers warm, lush vocals and natural tonal quality, especially in low-frequency ranges. -
What are the benefits of the closed-back design?
As FIIO’s first closed-back over-ear headphones, the FT1 uses sound insulation components to reduce external noise by up to 26dB, creating an immersive listening experience ideal for commuting, office use, and gaming. -
How does the U-shaped sound damping tube improve sound?
The U-shaped tube enhances passive noise isolation while managing air movement, boosting bass performance and further reducing cavity resonance. This design delivers powerful, focused low frequencies, enhancing bass-driven music genres. -
What is the impedance and sensitivity of the FT1?
With a low impedance of 32Ω and a high sensitivity of 98dB/mW at 1kHz (113dB/Vrms@1kHz), the FT1 is easily driven by most audio devices, providing quality sound without requiring high power. -
What type of headband does the FT1 have?
The FT1 includes a ball-bearing slide rail headband, providing a precise, smooth adjustment with 12 notches for a customized fit. The headband is lined with suede leather for comfort and durability, making it suitable for extended listening sessions. -
What accessories are included with the FT1?
The FT1 comes with a premium storage bag, two headphone cables (3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced), a 3.5mm to 6.35mm adapter, and a quick start guide. -
What cables are included, and what are their specifications?
The FT1 includes two silver-plated oxygen-free copper cables with 392 wires at 24AWG thickness, each 1.5 meters long. These cables ensure a clear, robust sound and are widely compatible with most audio devices. -
What is the frequency response of the FT1?
The FT1 offers a frequency response range from 10Hz to 40kHz, capturing both deep lows and detailed highs, allowing for a rich listening experience across a wide range of music. -
How does the premium headphone storage bag enhance portability?
The storage bag is crafted with materials and techniques similar to those used by top French brands, providing both protection and style for the FT1 headphones, ensuring they’re safe for on-the-go use.