FiiO - FH9
Flagship In-Ears With 1 DD + 6 BA DriversUnfortunately, even if we desire to, we won't be able to resurrect this product. The Museum is where we pay our respects to end-of-life, old, archived, but not forgotten products. This page was made with a lot of love and will live on for posterity. What to say, we're sentimental people. 😔
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This product is rated 5.0 of 5.0 stars.
It has received 3 reviews.
Customer Reviews
I don't leave too many reviews unless I dislike stuff, but these don't seem to be getting any love, so I thought to share my impressions.
The IEMs look huge, but, worry not, they are light, fit well and don't seem to want to keep dropping out of my ears. The cable and included accessories are top notch. No complaints there.
The sound. Oh I have a hard time putting these in a warm/ neutral/ sharp class. The bass is awesome, but then so is the treble and the mids don't feel left out . It's like V shaped fun went nuts and the fun is across the frequency range. I'm sure something must be lacking but these seem to be very little of that. Not to say that these are the perfect headphones, I'm sure normal isn't meant to sound so lively, but damn, I do like these.
I don't know if these are truly open or the grill is just for show, but these do feel more open than other IEMs. That can be a plus or not, depending on your use case. Stage is good enough and imaging is spot on.
For me, these were a stand out product.
Hi Nitin Bhandari,
We are so happy you took out time & elaborately reviewed the product. We are sure this will help our customers to make an even better & informed decision.
Best iems so far original product with great packaging and shipping is wonderful.....thank you guys for the best price...
Hey Ishant, Thank you so much for the positive feedback! It means a lot to us. We are so happy to hear that you are loving our products and services.
Delivery was way ahead of your promise. Very impressive and consistent delivery. I was on a crossroad to decide a good earphone, repeated advice n recom from HPZGuru did matter a lotin finalising this iem My budget was 12k but considering the top notch features of fh9, it indeed is a satisfying purchase.
We're really happy that you have such great thoughts about the product and thanks for the amazing review!
Why FiiO is Special
Designed in China
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Born in 2007
Why we love this IEM
Value for Money
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2.5mm & 4.4mm Balanced Plugs
Tweak & Tune the Sound
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Upgradeable Cable
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Why it Sounds Amazing
Hybrid Drivers
Looking for a combo of rich and detailed sound? Here’s the perfect blend!"
This headphone or gear features hybrid drivers, combining different types of drivers to deliver both rich, full-bodied sound and intricate, detailed audio. It's like having the best of both worlds in one device.
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Balanced Sound Signature
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Crisp Vocals & Instruments
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Bright & Sparkly Highs
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Great to Get Pumped Up
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Layered and Nuanced Sound
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Needs Amplification
I need more power to thrive.
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DESCRIPTION
ULTRA-MODERN FLAGSHIP-GRADE IEM WITH HI-RES GOLD CERTIFICATION
FiiO introduces the latest IEMs in the "FH" series of hybrid in-ear monitors - the FH9. FiiO FH9 features a hybrid configuration of 1 dynamic driver working in conjunction with 6 balanced armature drivers. This hybrid configuration is tuned for quick low-frequency response with ample resolution in the mid-range and high frequencies. FiiO has ensured that each driver unit operates to its maximum potential with a specially built cavity structure. FiiO FH9 has also been awarded Hi-Res Gold Standard certification - allowing you to enjoy your music with vivid details and exceptional audio quality.
DESIGNED JOINTLY WITH KNOWLES, FH9 IS EMBEDDED WITH SELF DEVELOPED DYNAMIC DRIVER AND KNOWLES BA DRIVER
FH9 is the first IEM to feature FiiO’s self-developed 2nd generation 13.6mm DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) diaphragm low-frequency dynamic driver. All 6 BA drivers in each ear unit of the FH9 are from Knowles. The dependable SWFK-31736 driver manages high frequencies. In almost two years of thorough research on how to implement the mid-frequency drivers to establish perfect harmony between many drivers for a coherent sound, FiiO has collaborated with Knowles themselves. To increase the efficiency of the newly developed driver, the team of acoustic engineers at FiiO have redesigned the magnetic circuit in the FH9, resulting in a 20% higher magnet density, which produces a magnetic flux to help the driver deliver a remarkable lower-end response. To complement the powerful DLC dynamic driver FiiO has equipped the FH9 with six custom-tuned Knowles balanced armature drivers for a lively and rich midrange.
EXQUISITELY CRAFTED CNC MACHINED TITANIUM-ALLOY EAR SHELLS
The built quality of the FiiO FH9 is super robust and features the next-generation industrial-grade design elements with premium CNC machined Titanium alloy ear shells. The Titanium-alloy construction is highly rigid and minimises the unwanted harmonics and resonances that travel through sound tubes and cavities. Each FH9 unit is made with great precision using five-axis CNC machining processes. The FH9 appears magnificent with a rich and premium tactile feel.
FEATURING A SEMI-OPEN DESIGN WITH SPECIALLY DESIGNED TUNING FILTERS DELIVERING GREAT SOUNDSTAGE AND IMAGING
FiiO has implemented its patented semi-open acoustic cavity design in FH9. It results in a natural sound with a comfortable fit suitable for long listening sessions. The semi-open acoustic cavity design maintains a balanced pressure relief between the front and rear cavities of the shell and works perfectly to balance the air pressure resulting in a better soundstage and imaging with smooth layering and texture. FiiO FH9 comes with three interchangeable sound filters, each filter has its damping and filter density. The pair comes packed with a red filter for enhancing bass responses, a green filter for transparent and highly resolving detailed treble focus and a black filter for balanced timbre. The result is a very holographic and airy sound which lets your music breathe and come alive.
OUTSTANDING FREQUENCY RESPONSE COUPLED WITH S.TURBO DESIGN DELIVERING SMOOTH AND POWERFUL BASS RESPONSE
FiiO has had remarkable success in developing a line of IEMs that combines the stunning appearance and superb audio quality. When there are multiple drivers at work, seamless performance becomes a challenge. FiiO has put a lot of effort into tuning each driver in FH9. The advantage of multi-unit products is that they can extract the edges of different units and combine them. FH9 not only uses large-size moving coil units but also uses Lou's ultra-high frequency moving iron units. The bass frequency sound tube features FiiO's patented S.Turbo acoustic technology, which guides sound waves through a turbine-shaped tube to enhance bass frequencies. As a result, the bass is deep and powerful. The meticulous tuning also filters redundant frequency sound from the other high-frequency drivers, ensuring a smoother transition between the bass and the mids.
BUNDLED WITH A PURE SILVER CABLE, SWAPPABLE PLUGS AND OTHER ACCESSORIES
FiiO FH9 comes bundled with a high-purity monocrystalline silver cable with 9 branches of 28 wires each, for a total of 224 wires, with stainless steel angled MMCX connector. Each wire is individually isolated and braided together in a Litz pattern. The MMCX connector is designed with ergonomics in mind and offers an angled connection for added comfort. It also ships with swappable termination plugs with 4.4mm, 3.5mm, and 2.5mm termination plugs included in the package. It provides ultimate sound signal characteristics with ultra-low internal resistance to the signal. There are a total of 15 pairs of ear tips included along with a cleaning brush, MMCX removal tool and a magnetic clamp.
SOUND
FREQUENCY GRAPH
CHEAT SHEET
Regions of the frequency spectrum
(20Hz - 80 Hz)
(80 Hz - 300 kHz)
(300 Hz - 1000 kHz)
(1 kHz - 6 kHz)
(6 kHz - 10 kHz)
(10 kHz - 20 kHz)
SPECS
| DRIVERS | 1 Dynamic + 6 Balanced Armature (knowles) Drivers |
| DRIVERS CONFIGURATION | 13.6mm DLC diaphragm low frequency moving coil Knowles DFK*2 (MF) dual BA driver SWFK-31736 |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 10Hz - 40kHz |
| IMPEDANCE | 18Ω (@1kHz) |
| SENSITIVITY | 108dB (1kHz @ mW) |
| MAX INPUT POWER | 100mW |
| WIRED CONNECTIVITY | 3.5 mm/2.5 mm/4.4mm Swappable Plugs |
| MICROPHONE | NA |
| COMPATIBILITY | Universal |
| CONNECTOR | MMCX |
| WEARING STYLE | In-ear |
| WEIGHT | 12.8g (single ear unit) |
| CABLE | High-quality pure silver wire |
| CABLE LENGTH | 120cm |
| BOX CONTENTS | 1. FiiO FH9 IEMs |
| 2. 8 strands of 242 wires each high-purity Monocrystalline cable | |
| 3. 1 Set X 2.5/3.5/4.4mm interchangeable audio plug | |
| 4. 1 X HB5 Carring case | |
| 5. 3 Pairs X Bass eartips (SML) | |
| 6. 3 Pairs X Balanced eartips (SML) | |
| 7. 3 Pairs X Vocal eartips (SML) | |
| 8. 2 Pairs X Foam eartips (M) | |
| 9. 2 Pair X Dual-flange eartip (M) | |
| 10. 3 Pairs X SpinFit eartips (SML) | |
| 11. 1 X Cleaning Brush | |
| 12. 1 X MMCX removal tool | |
| 13. 1 X Magnetic clamp | |
| 14. 1 set X Green/Black/Red audio filters |
Quick Start Guide | FH9
Flagship In-Ears With 1 DD + 6 BA Drivers
|
ULTRA-MODERN FLAGSHIP-GRADE IEM WITH HI-RES GOLD CERTIFICATION
FiiO introduces the latest IEMs in the "FH" series of hybrid in-ear monitors - the FH9. FiiO FH9 features a hybrid configuration of 1 dynamic driver working in conjunction with 6 balanced armature drivers. This hybrid configuration is tuned for quick low-frequency response with ample resolution in the mid-range and high frequencies. FiiO has ensured that each driver unit operates to its maximum potential with a specially built cavity structure. FiiO FH9 has also been awarded Hi-Res Gold Standard certification - allowing you to enjoy your music with vivid details and exceptional audio quality.
DESIGNED JOINTLY WITH KNOWLES, FH9 IS EMBEDDED WITH SELF DEVELOPED DYNAMIC DRIVER AND KNOWLES BA DRIVER
FH9 is the first IEM to feature FiiO’s self-developed 2nd generation 13.6mm DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) diaphragm low-frequency dynamic driver. All 6 BA drivers in each ear unit of the FH9 are from Knowles. The dependable SWFK-31736 driver manages high frequencies. In almost two years of thorough research on how to implement the mid-frequency drivers to establish perfect harmony between many drivers for a coherent sound, FiiO has collaborated with Knowles themselves. To increase the efficiency of the newly developed driver, the team of acoustic engineers at FiiO have redesigned the magnetic circuit in the FH9, resulting in a 20% higher magnet density, which produces a magnetic flux to help the driver deliver a remarkable lower-end response. To complement the powerful DLC dynamic driver FiiO has equipped the FH9 with six custom-tuned Knowles balanced armature drivers for a lively and rich midrange.
EXQUISITELY CRAFTED CNC MACHINED TITANIUM-ALLOY EAR SHELLS
The built quality of the FiiO FH9 is super robust and features the next-generation industrial-grade design elements with premium CNC machined Titanium alloy ear shells. The Titanium-alloy construction is highly rigid and minimises the unwanted harmonics and resonances that travel through sound tubes and cavities. Each FH9 unit is made with great precision using five-axis CNC machining processes. The FH9 appears magnificent with a rich and premium tactile feel.
FEATURING A SEMI-OPEN DESIGN WITH SPECIALLY DESIGNED TUNING FILTERS DELIVERING GREAT SOUNDSTAGE AND IMAGING
FiiO has implemented its patented semi-open acoustic cavity design in FH9. It results in a natural sound with a comfortable fit suitable for long listening sessions. The semi-open acoustic cavity design maintains a balanced pressure relief between the front and rear cavities of the shell and works perfectly to balance the air pressure resulting in a better soundstage and imaging with smooth layering and texture. FiiO FH9 comes with three interchangeable sound filters, each filter has its damping and filter density. The pair comes packed with a red filter for enhancing bass responses, a green filter for transparent and highly resolving detailed treble focus and a black filter for balanced timbre. The result is a very holographic and airy sound which lets your music breathe and come alive.
OUTSTANDING FREQUENCY RESPONSE COUPLED WITH S.TURBO DESIGN DELIVERING SMOOTH AND POWERFUL BASS RESPONSE
FiiO has had remarkable success in developing a line of IEMs that combines the stunning appearance and superb audio quality. When there are multiple drivers at work, seamless performance becomes a challenge. FiiO has put a lot of effort into tuning each driver in FH9. The advantage of multi-unit products is that they can extract the edges of different units and combine them. FH9 not only uses large-size moving coil units but also uses Lou's ultra-high frequency moving iron units. The bass frequency sound tube features FiiO's patented S.Turbo acoustic technology, which guides sound waves through a turbine-shaped tube to enhance bass frequencies. As a result, the bass is deep and powerful. The meticulous tuning also filters redundant frequency sound from the other high-frequency drivers, ensuring a smoother transition between the bass and the mids.
BUNDLED WITH A PURE SILVER CABLE, SWAPPABLE PLUGS AND OTHER ACCESSORIES
FiiO FH9 comes bundled with a high-purity monocrystalline silver cable with 9 branches of 28 wires each, for a total of 224 wires, with stainless steel angled MMCX connector. Each wire is individually isolated and braided together in a Litz pattern. The MMCX connector is designed with ergonomics in mind and offers an angled connection for added comfort. It also ships with swappable termination plugs with 4.4mm, 3.5mm, and 2.5mm termination plugs included in the package. It provides ultimate sound signal characteristics with ultra-low internal resistance to the signal. There are a total of 15 pairs of ear tips included along with a cleaning brush, MMCX removal tool and a magnetic clamp.
FREQUENCY GRAPH
CHEAT SHEET
Regions of the frequency spectrum
(20Hz - 80 Hz)
(80 Hz - 300 kHz)
(300 Hz - 1000 kHz)
(1 kHz - 6 kHz)
(6 kHz - 10 kHz)
(10 kHz - 20 kHz)
| DRIVERS | 1 Dynamic + 6 Balanced Armature (knowles) Drivers |
| DRIVERS CONFIGURATION | 13.6mm DLC diaphragm low frequency moving coil Knowles DFK*2 (MF) dual BA driver SWFK-31736 |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 10Hz - 40kHz |
| IMPEDANCE | 18Ω (@1kHz) |
| SENSITIVITY | 108dB (1kHz @ mW) |
| MAX INPUT POWER | 100mW |
| WIRED CONNECTIVITY | 3.5 mm/2.5 mm/4.4mm Swappable Plugs |
| MICROPHONE | NA |
| COMPATIBILITY | Universal |
| CONNECTOR | MMCX |
| WEARING STYLE | In-ear |
| WEIGHT | 12.8g (single ear unit) |
| CABLE | High-quality pure silver wire |
| CABLE LENGTH | 120cm |
| BOX CONTENTS | 1. FiiO FH9 IEMs |
| 2. 8 strands of 242 wires each high-purity Monocrystalline cable | |
| 3. 1 Set X 2.5/3.5/4.4mm interchangeable audio plug | |
| 4. 1 X HB5 Carring case | |
| 5. 3 Pairs X Bass eartips (SML) | |
| 6. 3 Pairs X Balanced eartips (SML) | |
| 7. 3 Pairs X Vocal eartips (SML) | |
| 8. 2 Pairs X Foam eartips (M) | |
| 9. 2 Pair X Dual-flange eartip (M) | |
| 10. 3 Pairs X SpinFit eartips (SML) | |
| 11. 1 X Cleaning Brush | |
| 12. 1 X MMCX removal tool | |
| 13. 1 X Magnetic clamp | |
| 14. 1 set X Green/Black/Red audio filters |
|
Quick Start Guide | FH9
Flagship In-Ears With 1 DD + 6 BA Drivers
|
Don't sweat it, this
FiiO - FH9 comes with a 1 Year warranty
from FiiO that covers manufacturing defects.
All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.
Read more about FiiO's warranty in India.
"The FH9 comes also with 3 Interchangeable Audio Filters, the black one is treble focused, the red one is the bass enhance change filter, while the green one is the filter with the most balanced presentation."
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How many drivers does the FiiO FH9 come with?
Are the cables on the FiiO FH9 tangle free?