Poor value
The FiiO FA1 is a single balanced armature in-ear monitor with a 3D-printed resin shell and detachable MMCX cable, featuring a customized Knowles driver for natural, smooth sound.
The FiiO FA1 is a lightweight, wired single balanced-armature IEM that delivers a clear, neutral-leaning sound with strong detail retrieval for its price. Its comfortable build and easy-to-drive nature make it a solid choice for analytical listeners, though its bass response is modest and may not satisfy those seeking deep low-end punch.
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
| Driver | balanced armature |
|---|---|
| Driver type | balanced-armature |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 15 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 111 dB/mW |
| Driver | balanced armature |
|---|---|
| Driver type | balanced-armature |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 15 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 111 dB/mW |
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|
| Weight | 4.5 g |
|---|---|
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| USB-C | No |
| Connector | 3.5 mm |
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Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.
Reviewers largely agree that the FiiO FA1 offers excellent value at around $100, with a comfortable fit, solid build quality, and a clean, natural sound that excels with instruments and vocals.
14:59The reviewer is highly impressed with the FiiO FA1, calling it their favorite FiiO product so far. They praise its unique aesthetic, comfortable fit, and clean, natural sound signature with a treble emphasis, though they note the bass is light and the soundstage is not particularly large. Overall, they consider it a strong performer for the price, especially for those who prefer a neutral-bright tuning.
6:22The reviewer finds the FiiO FA1 in-ear monitors to be an excellent value at $99, praising their exceptional clarity, natural sound, and comfortable fit. While the bass is underemphasized for bass-heavy genres, the reviewer notes that pairing with an amp can enhance bass without distortion, making them a refreshing and high-quality choice for instrument and vocal-focused music.
12:22The reviewer highly recommends the FiiO FA1, praising its balanced and inoffensive tuning across bass, mids, and treble, with no harshness. They find it an outstanding value at $100, calling it the best set FiiO has made yet, though they note the soundstage is very in-your-head, which is typical for most IEMs.
20:06The reviewer finds the FiiO FA1 to be a surprisingly capable single balanced armature IEM for its $100 price, offering a well-tuned, slightly V-shaped sound with good bass depth, coherent mids, and non-fatiguing treble. They praise its build quality and comfort, noting it closely resembles the pricier FA7 in design and performance, making it a strong value. The main caveats are that it's not for bassheads and the included cable is basic, but overall it's highly recommended.
2:34The reviewer is impressed with the FiiO FA1 earphones, praising their bass performance and overall sound quality, and gives them a green check mark. They plan to do a full review later and are excited about the product.
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