{"product_id":"fiio-fp3-planar-in-ear-monitors","title":"FiiO FP3 Planar Driver In-Ear Monitors","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FiiO FP3 is an in-ear monitor built around a second-generation, self-developed 14.5mm planar driver with a 1µm ultra-thin dual-coated diaphragm and a 7x2 array of 14 N52 neodymium magnets. It covers a 10Hz–40kHz frequency range at 36Ω impedance and 105dB\/mW sensitivity, and uses a patented Tesla valve acoustic structure to help shape bass response. The faceplate is finished in black walnut over a high-precision 3D-printed shell with a UV coating, weighing about 6.5g per earpiece. A 4-strand, 392-wire silver-plated copper cable connects via a 0.78mm 2-pin detachable connector to a gold-plated 3.5mm plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSimcoe Audio Video Insight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlanar drivers are more common in full-size headphones than in-ear monitors, since fitting one into an earpiece small enough to wear comfortably is a harder engineering problem. FiiO's approach here — a thin dual-coated diaphragm paired with a dense 14-magnet array — is built specifically to make a planar driver work at IEM scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14.5mm planar driver with 1µm dual-coated diaphragm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack walnut wood faceplate over a 3D-printed shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.78mm 2-pin detachable silver-plated copper cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for the FiiO FP3:\u003c\/strong\u003e give the planar driver a source with enough current to properly control it, since planar drivers generally respond well to a dedicated amp even at a moderate 36-ohm impedance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy It Wins\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14.5mm Planar Driver\u003c\/strong\u003e: A self-developed, second-generation design with a 1µm ultra-thin dual-coated diaphragm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14-Magnet Array\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14 N52 neodymium magnets in a 7x2 pattern driving the diaphragm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Walnut Faceplate\u003c\/strong\u003e: A wood finish over a high-precision 3D-printed shell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat Makes It Different\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost IEMs in this price range use dynamic or balanced armature drivers. The FP3's planar driver is a less common choice at this size and price, aiming for the fast, detailed transient response planar technology is known for in full-size headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesla Valve Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: A patented acoustic structure used to help shape bass response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHi-Res Audio Certified\u003c\/strong\u003e: Certified by both JAS and CEA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.78mm 2-Pin Detachable Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e: Easy to replace or upgrade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuyers Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Planar Curious Listener\u003c\/strong\u003e: Wants to try planar driver technology in an IEM form factor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Detail-Focused Listener\u003c\/strong\u003e: Will appreciate the fast transient response planar drivers are known for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wood Finish Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e: Drawn to the black walnut faceplate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIdeal Use Case\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesktop and Home Listening\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paired with a dedicated amp to properly drive the planar element.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Listening Sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Where fast, detailed transients matter most.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePortable Use with an Amp\u003c\/strong\u003e: A DAP or portable amp helps the driver perform at its best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat To Pair It With\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Portable or Desktop Amp\u003c\/strong\u003e: To properly drive the planar driver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA High-Resolution DAP\u003c\/strong\u003e: For detailed, source-limited listening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLossless or Hi-Res Source Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: To make full use of its Hi-Res Audio certification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FP3 is a planar driver IEM with a fixed 3.5mm cable. If you'd like the same driver with built-in USB-C decoding instead, the FiiO FP3 TC adds a DSP decoding chip for plug-and-play playback from a phone or computer without a separate DAC\/amp.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FiiO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48355057696989,"sku":"LM-HAIF-HLMU","price":149.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0331\/1930\/5859\/files\/fiio-fp3-planar-driver-in-ear-monitors.png?v=1786379063","url":"https:\/\/www.simcoeav.ca\/fr\/products\/fiio-fp3-planar-in-ear-monitors","provider":"Simcoe Audio Video","version":"1.0","type":"link"}