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FiiO FX17 vs Nightjar Acoustics Singularity: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the FiiO FX17 vs Nightjar Acoustics Singularity, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

FiiO FX17 leads on 3 of 4 measures.

  • FiiO FX17
  • Nightjar Acoustics Singularity
HearWiki score
83
-
Sound
9.0
-
Value
6.0
-
Price (USD)
$1,500
$1,300

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

The FiiO FX17 is 3 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price. For 3 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • FX1720263 yr newer
  • Singularity2023

Specifications

FX17Singularity
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$1,500
$1,300
HearWiki score
83
Not scored
Released
2026
2023
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
1DD + 4BA + 8EST tribrid
1DD
Driver type
tribrid
dynamic
Driver configuration
1DD + 4BA + 8EST
1DD
Driver size
10 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
13
1
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Sensitivity
99 dB/mW
-
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Weight
12.2 g
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
Connector
4.4 mm balanced
2-pin 0.78 mm

What reviewers said

FiiO FX17

The FiiO FX17 is a premium wired tribrid IEM that combines a 10mm dynamic driver, four balanced armatures, and eight electrostatic drivers per side for a detailed, multi-layered sound. Its titanium shell and five-way crossover aim to deliver a refined, high-resolution listening experience, while the included 4.4mm balanced cable offers versatility for audiophile setups.

  • Pro:Precision-milled titanium shell for durability and resonance control
  • Pro:Hybrid driver array (1DD + 4BA + 8EST) offers expansive treble and dynamic bass
  • Pro:Swappable plugs on the cable provide flexible connectivity
  • Con:No active noise cancellation, requiring a quiet environment or isolation tips
  • Con:High price point may limit accessibility
  • Con:16-ohm impedance may need a powerful source for optimal performance

Nightjar Acoustics Singularity

This wired in-ear monitor uses a single 10 mm dynamic driver to deliver a bass-forward yet natural sound, balancing impactful low-end with realistic mids and highs. It's designed for audiophiles who value tonal authenticity without relying on active noise cancellation.

  • Pro:Punchy, well-extended bass
  • Pro:Natural midrange and treble timbre
  • Pro:Simple single-driver design for coherence
  • Con:No noise cancellation for noisy environments
  • Con:High price for a single-driver setup
  • Con:Requires a quality source to shine

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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