Overview

The FiiO FT1 is a closed-back, wired over-ear headphone built around a 60mm dynamic driver, with earcups finished in beech or black walnut depending on the colour. It's rated at 32 ohms with sensitivity figures of 98dB/mW and 113dB/Vrms at 1kHz, low enough impedance to run comfortably off a phone or DAP while still responding to a proper headphone amplifier. FiiO ships it with two silver-plated oxygen-free copper cables, terminated in 3.5mm and 4.4mm balanced plugs, along with a 3.5mm to 6.35mm adapter and a storage bag.

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The dual detachable 3.5mm TRS connectors at the headphone side mean both included cables, and any third-party replacement with the same connector, will fit without modification — useful if a cable ever needs replacing down the road.

• 60mm dynamic driver with a 10Hz-40kHz frequency response
• Beech or black walnut earcups with a closed-back design
• Two cables included: 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced

Best for the FiiO FT1: use the included 4.4mm balanced cable with a DAP or desktop source that has a balanced output to get the most out of its 32-ohm driver.

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Why It Wins

• 60mm Dynamic Driver: A larger driver than most closed-back headphones in this range, tuned for a 10Hz-40kHz frequency response.
• Two Included Cables: A 3.5mm single-ended cable and a 4.4mm balanced cable, both in silver-plated oxygen-free copper.
• Wood Earcups: Beech or black walnut earcups give each colourway a distinct look and material.

What Makes It Different

Most closed-back headphones at this price ship with a single fixed cable. The FT1's dual detachable 3.5mm TRS connectors and included 3.5mm/4.4mm cable pair mean it's ready for both portable sources and balanced desktop setups out of the box.

Technical Highlights

• 32-Ohm Impedance: Low enough to drive from a phone or DAP directly, while still scaling with a dedicated amplifier.
• 340g Weight (Excluding Cable): A closed-back design without the heft of larger planar headphones.
• 4.5N±0.3N Earpad Pressure: A clamping force tuned for extended listening sessions.

Buyers Guide

Who This Is For

• The Desktop Listener: A 4.4mm balanced cable is included for use with a balanced DAC/amp or DAP.
• The Portable Listener: The 3.5mm cable and 32-ohm impedance keep it usable straight from a phone.
• The Design-Conscious Buyer: Beech and black walnut earcups stand out from the usual plastic or metal closed-back headphone.

Ideal Use Case

• Home Desktop Listening: Paired with a DAC/amp over the included 4.4mm balanced cable.
• Portable Listening: The 3.5mm cable and low impedance work well with a phone or DAP on the go.
• Quiet Spaces Around Others: The closed-back design keeps sound in rather than leaking out.

What To Pair It With

• A Balanced DAC/Amp or DAP: To use the included 4.4mm cable and take advantage of a balanced output.
• A Smartphone or Laptop: Using the included 3.5mm cable and the 3.5mm to 6.35mm adapter where needed.
• Lossless or Hi-Res Source Material: To make full use of the 10Hz-40kHz frequency response.

Alternative Options

The FT1 is a closed-back design built for both portable and desktop use. If you're after an open-back headphone for quiet home listening instead, FiiO's other over-ear models in the lineup use an open-back design; if you'd rather go wireless, the FiiO Anytime or EH13 are Bluetooth alternatives in the catalogue.