FT1 32Ω Large Dynamic Driver Headphones with Solid Wood Cups

In the 20+ years I've been using full size headphones for PC/Media use, these rank among the best. They're comfortable, they sound amazing, they're light, they're very nice to look at, they're built stout, they're easy to drive, and they respond really well to EQ-ing. I may finally feel OK to retire my 20 year-old pair of JVC HA-RX700's, Denon D2000's, AKG K553 Pro's, and Sony XB-500's. I haven't gone back to any of them in the almost year I've had the FT1's. I picked these up last January, took a while to get them. But when I did, was well worth the wait! The cord is a good length for my basic desk usage, I don't use these away from my desk. But the cable is well built, the connections are good, and I don't feel a need to replace it. I want to say it came with a second cord, but I don't recall now TBH. I appreciate that the mids and hi's are still clear and forward, while the bass can be ominous and very present. I am using a FiiO K11 DAC/AMP to run them, and what a great combination that has been! Mix in some EQ-ing from EQ APO/PeaceUI, and I'm good to go. The 60mm drivers really deliver in these headphones. The wood caps look amazing. I still look at these every time I go to my desk in awe of how good they look for what I paid (around $150-160 in early 2025), and I am beside myself. There are better headphones, in every way, I'm sure. But I'm no audiophile, I do like what I like sound and comfort-wise, isolation-wise, and mostly, budget-wise. These checked all the boxes a year ago, and still do to this day. These are my headphones of 2025, and 2026. :)

Bought these for my brother for Christmas as his first pair of audiophile headphones. After testing and setup I can vouch that these are 100% worth the hype and an amazing value. I was skeptical after recently buying into the hype on several other audio products I purchased for him and ended up being disappointed (Audeze Maxwell, HyperX Alpha, Sennheiser wireless set, etc.), but these headphones truly deliver. Right away we were impressed with the looks and packaging, the wood cups actually look a lot better in person and are very appealing aesthetically. The fact this comes with a case and multiple cable options at this price already makes it an incredible value. But the most important thing is - how do they sound? Easy answer, they sound excellent. Opening up Helldivers 2 and hearing the intro sequence was like listening to an awesome home theater system in your own head. The detail, power, and resolution were seriously impressive, and not only met but surpassed my expectations for this price. The imaging was on point, as you can clearly hear the direction of all audio elements, the soundstage is great for closed backs, and there was great speed and accuracy to the sound reproduction - they did not sound slow for dynamic drivers at all. This is the third set of headphones I bought for my brother trying to find ones that would give him an experience at least close to my Hifiman Edition XS + Schitt Stack desktop combo. First I got him an Audeze Maxwell, which to be truthful I felt was pretty disappointing, especially for the price and level of hype that set has received. They had good detail, but felt anemic and underpowered via the DAC dongle, and ultimately they did not convince me at all that Bluetooth has caught up to a wired audio experience. Then I got him the HyperX Cloud Alpha, since he likes that brand and they got good reviews. With EQ they sounded alright, but luckily there was audible distortion from the dongle and we returned them. Then I bought him the FT1, the ones I originally wanted for him, and wow what a difference an audiophile set of headphones make vs wireless and gaming headsets. So much more power and dynamics than the Maxwells, and much better detail, resolution, imaging, and timbre and noticeably less distortion than the Alpha. From this overall experience, I would personally say the sentiment on channels like The Headphone Show that wireless or gaming headsets have caught up to dedicated audiophile setups is subjectively false. Even as a non-believer in audiophilia, my brother admitted there is a drastic difference and was immediately impressed and satisfied with these cans. Third time is the charm. Finally, a success with the FT1! Also, as a bonus on top of everything else, these cans are very comfortable, which was an important consideration for my brother (I am more willing to wear uncomfortable headphones for good audio quality, him not so much). Luckily, they were a win on that front as well, very lightweight and feel great on the head and ears. The compatibility and functionality are winning factors too, as they are very easy to drive. Paired with the Aune Yuki using the balanced cable, they had plenty of power even in the low-gain mode, and felt like they were being driven to their full potential. So any good DAC dongle will do, which also makes them highly portable, even more so being closed-back - something I can be jealous of from my own desktop audio setup haha. The ONLY negative I can say for these headphones is the cable is pretty microphonic and any movement will be picked up and audible via a scratching sound that gets transmitted through the cord. So you may want to upgrade the cable, but the stock cables are still fine for stationary desktop usage. Also, can't speak on durability yet, but they seem well built and I am aware the company fixed the one well-known durability issue with improved hinges on these updated models. Having owned FiiO products in the past, I feel they are a stellar value audio brand and believe my brother will be happy with these for a long time. So all in all, these headphones met and surpassed our expectations and even their own hype. Highly recommend them for anyone looking to dive into great audio gear at this relatively low price point, as they are certainly mind-blowing in sound and value.

I am driving these headphones with an RME ADI-2 DAC FS (which is an extremely high-grade converter and amplifier), and let me begin to tell you, these are unbelievable headphones. I am legit blown away. For the "audiophile" (can't stand that word) that demands quality bass, texture and super-deep bass extension in headphones, these $200 cans will impress you. In fact, they'll probably compete or beat the most expensive headphones you own (speaking from experience). You want quality sub-bass? This is it right here. These cans dig deep. There is a professional video of an expert taking the headphones apart and he is taken by surprise by the quality and the amount of sound dampening material inside the ear cups. He's also impressed by the quality of the 60mm dynamic nano-fiber drivers. The gentleman complains about the durability of the headphones (one particular screw that can cause an issue with it breaking if you sit on it or if you're rough with it), but the sound quality and everything else in the audio chain it top-tier. These headphones will make you question the philosophy of a lot of other headphone manufacturers/designers. Yes, this headphone is not as durable as an all metal Neumann NDH-20 or NDH-30, but the FT1 will make you think..."Why don't audiophile-grade headphones have strong, quality bass extension like the sound systems found in most audiophiles' homes?" Why do I have to switch headphones because one is better for this genre or that genre. What's THAT all about? I always feel like the sound coming out of high-impedance "audiophile" headphones is thin and doesn't have that meaty sound you'd expect from expensive headphones. The treble is always boosted, and usually at a weird frequency for some odd reason. It makes it harsh on the ear. Those headphones make listening to music annoying and always leave something to be desired, even when burning them in for weeks and driving them with powerful headphone amps (which I own many of, and none of them help the situation). I listen to mainly soft Ambient Space Music, IDM, Progressive Breakbeat and Techno-ish music....at low volumes, might I add. 95% of headphones have zero bass at low volume levels. How inefficient are the drivers that I need to crank them up 11 to get some warmth? When I listen to music, I want to hear everything the producer intended for me to hear. I'm doing a disservice to myself, and the producer when I don't hear the music as the producer intended. I don't want to have to switch headphones because one is better at one genre than the other. Imagine switching your speakers or studio monitors in your studio because one is better for a particular genre than the other. Sounds ridiculous. Good headphones should be able to play EVERYTHING well, just like our speakers. How can Fiio produce a $200 headphone that sounds as good, if not better than all the other headphones I own? I own the NDH-20 by Neumann, the famous HD650, HD660S2, and Fostex's 900mk1. These are all known to be fantastic headphones for different reasons. With that being said, none of them, and I mean NONE of them, come close to the FT1 as far as an ENJOYABLE listening experience. All those other headphones are still kind of missing something or uncomfortable after some time. The NDH-20 by Neumann is probably the best out of the bunch, because it has insane sound quality and depth, but it's hard on the head after 20 minutes or so. It's really sad, as this is a known thing with the Neumanns. I'm guessing it's because they're studio headphones and they need to be super-tight with dense ear pads. I've had the FT1 around my ears for the past hour and the very first track I played (Matt Lange - L'ennui) literally gave me goosebumps. I was greeted with deep, tight bass, a mesmerizing mid-range, and super-smooth treble. I immediately thought to myself, “Yessssss!!!! I’ve finally found the headphones of my dreams!” The sound is so addicting from these cans that I’m literally starting to question everything. Why have I wasted so much time and money? For those who think EQ can fix everything...it can't. EQ is a band-aid for the problem. I've EQ'ed the living daylights out of headphones using the worlds best PEQs by RME and other OEMs, and headphones that are out of wack will still never sound right in the end. Sound engineers will tell you this over and over again. People, if you lower/cut a certain frequency, you’re creating a hole (a dip) at that frequency, and as you raise the volume of the music, that hole only gets larger because the rest of the frequency range is getting more energy than that dip you’ve created. So, now you’re creating a bigger hole, a bigger negative if you will. No YouTuber talks about this, but sound professional do, all the time! If you have to EQ something, it’s because there’s a problem..either with the acoustics of the roof, placement, or the gear you have. EQ should be your last resort. Turn off EQ all together. Do NOT leave it in the audio chain. I ask, why is the treble so piercing in most “Audiophile” headphones and where is the bass? Am I missing something? I'm using sick converters and different kinds of high-end amplifiers. What, do I need to tube everything? Durability seems to be good on these headphones. It's not a headphone you want to toss around, but it's definitely not a low-quality headphone. You shouldn’t be rough with headphones to begin with. The weight is perfect. It has some heft to it when you look at it, but feels VERY light on the head. That's a huge accomplishment on Fiio's part. Fit is also amazing. 10 out of 10 on the fitment. Overall, if you enjoy listening to Electronic Music, Ambient, IDM, Cinematic Scores, or music that has a lot of sub-bass atmosphere, the FT1 is a must-have headphone. Pair it up with a top-notch DAC/AMP, preferably with a high quality EQ for some low-end boost, or what I use, a DAC with a Loudness feature to emphasis the bass at low volume, and you’ll never want another headphone again. The Fiio K13 R2R (set in raw, non-oversampling mode) with the FT1 is Audiophilia heaven!!! <---- Thank me later.

I’ve been using the FiiO FT1 for a while now, and overall I’d call it a comfortable, warm‑tilted pair of wired headphones that feel more premium than they cost, with a few caveats you should know about before buying. Build, comfort, and everyday use The first thing that stands out is the build. The solid wood cups (walnut or beech, depending on version) really do look and feel upscale, not like a budget plastic headphone with fake trim. The finish is smooth, and the metal yokes and headband give it a sturdy, well‑put‑together feel that doesn’t creak or feel flimsy in the hand. Comfort has been a strong point for most people, and I agree. The pads are deep and roomy, with a fabric/protein leather mix that breathes better than typical pleather, so longer listening sessions are pretty doable. Clamping force is on the lighter side, which is great for comfort but means they’re not the most stable if you move your head around a lot. Day to day, these are very much “stay‑at‑home” headphones. They’re fairly bulky, wired only, and isolation is just okay, so they’re not ideal if you’re commuting, working in a noisy open office, or need something portable around town. For me, they work best at a desk, on the couch, or late at night when the house is quiet. Sound: what they actually feel like to listen to The FT1 has a warm, slightly V‑shaped sound: elevated bass, smooth mids, and treble that’s present but not sharp. In practice that means: Bass has good punch and weight, especially mid‑bass, which makes hip‑hop, pop, EDM, movie soundtracks, and games feel full and immersive. Mids are clear enough that vocals and instruments don’t get completely buried, but the overall tone leans rich rather than clinical or “studio flat.” Treble is smooth and relatively safe. You get cymbals and detail, but it’s not a super‑sparkly, analytical headphone, which I actually like for long sessions. For everyday listening, that tuning works well. Music is easy to enjoy, and it doesn’t punish bad recordings. For gaming, the strong low end and comfortable fit make explosions and action scenes fun, and voices in cutscenes still sound natural. The trade‑off is that it’s not the last word in pinpoint competitive positioning or hyper‑detailed mixing work. One thing to note: measurements and some reviewers mention response inconsistencies and pretty heavy bass out of the box, and a few people feel you really get the best out of these with EQ. I’m fine with the stock tuning, but if you’re picky about neutral sound, be ready to tweak. Real‑world uses that make sense Where these make the most sense in my life (and what I’d recommend them for) is: Relaxed music listening at home Single‑player or casual gaming on PC/console (you’ll need a separate mic) Watching movies and shows where you want big, cinematic sound without bothering anyone They’re efficient enough to run off a laptop, phone with a dongle, or simple DAC/amp, so you don’t need a huge desktop stack to enjoy them. Just plug in and go. They’re not great for: Noisy environments where you need strong isolation Frequent travel where portability and folding are critical Work calls, since there’s no built‑in mic and isolation is mediocre ​ Value for money, pros and cons Price tends to hover around the mid‑budget range for wired over‑ears, and at that level I’d say the FT1 offers solid value but not a miracle. You’re paying for the combination of comfort, wood‑cup aesthetics, and a warm, easygoing sound rather than studio‑grade neutrality or ANC. What I like Comfortable fit for long sessions Premium‑feeling wood cups and generally sturdy build Warm, enjoyable tuning with satisfying bass and smooth treble Easy to drive from everyday devices, no big amp required Comes with a hard case and detachable cables, which adds to long‑term usability What bugs me: Isolation is only average; not great for noisy spaces Bulky and wired‑only, so not a good “out and about” headphone Bass and tuning may need EQ if you want a more neutral, reference sound Some comments about build variation depending on version, which is worth keeping in mind My honest overall take From my perspective, the FiiO FT1 is a very comfortable, nice‑looking home headphone with a warm, bass‑friendly sound that fits music, movies, and casual gaming really well. It’s not perfect, and if you want serious isolation, wireless convenience, or studio‑flat tuning, this isn’t it. But if you’re okay with wired, mainly listen at home, and like a richer sound with premium wood cups without going crazy on budget, it’s a pretty satisfying pick. Suggested rating: 4.0 / 5 stars based on comfort, build, and fun sound, minus a point for average isolation, bulk, and the need for EQ if you’re chasing neutrality.

Now i see why this headphone had all the hype. It's really that good. Im just a casual music listener and I've gone thru a small amount of headphones/earbuds. I'll admit, I've never purchase over $200 on any headphones because I believe thats where the music experience plateau and you're just paying for comfort/build quality/brand at that point. These headphones, even though I've only used them for a couple days i can already tell you its exactly how i like my music. The bass is there and it's deep, not overpowering or muddy, the mids are present and alive. The highs are clear and not harsh. For the price point, I've listened to other higher priced headphones and I couldnt tell you the difference. If you are a bass head, you might be a bit disappointed with these (even though I feel there are plenty) but if you just want a fullbodied musical spectrum, I'd recommend these. These will definitely be my daily for a long while.

I went down a RABBIT HOLE with headphones. Probably pushed 30 hours of research on them as it's something I enjoy and I love to find the best bang for my buck. Here's the Deal, buying headphones is horrible. No if and or buts. The reason? Literally none are in stores. Outside of the standard brands and standard models there is nothing in stores. So you're resorting to youtube/reviews on someone to describe sound to you. Honestly it's the equivalent of watching someone eat a steak and tell you it tastes good. A HIGHLY subjective experience. So you're options are to either have deep pockets and just keep spending, or return a lot of headphones till you find the right one. Or is it? I think the answer is no after tons of reading. If you realize one thing about headphone reviews. There's only 3 categories they fit into. Junk, Very Good, Outstanding. Junk is what it is, Junk. Low quality sound, connectivity, build ect. Never to Be purchased. If you are older you probably remember when 95% of headphones were in this category and would be thrown out in a years time. When Sennheiser released the HD600 everything began to change (slowly). Suddenly a market was born of good sounding quality headphones. Today the idea that headphones/earbuds are 95% junk is long since gone. In Fact it's impressive how much 150-250 gets you in todays market. The separation between Very good and outstanding is marginal at best. The price correlation in this "hobby" is also no correlation to sound quality/headphone quality. See the HD820S/Hifiman Audvina for an example of high cost and garbage sound quality. So here's the blessing and curse. You will start to find a lot of similar but marginally different opinions simply because the products these days are so similar in quality. The marginally different opinions give you decision paralysis and you end up buying nothing and using your 2012 headphones. For example the Sennheiser HE-1 the most expensive headphone in the world and stated "highest quality sound no hold backs" often will have differing opinions among hobbiest. At almost $100,000 if there is no decisive opinion than something is definitely wrong. Or in our case in 2026 something is right. Meaning headphones are almost so similar now in sound quality it's not worth the enormous spend on one like it used to be. Here's where the FT1's shine. They offer amazing value. Simply the highest. In fact don't even look at the price, because you're going to pre-judge and not buy them thinking you can get better for more money. Well good luck to you on your spending quest and platinum cables. Here's the deal, these things are insane everywhere you cut it. They ARE closed back. Closed back will give you the most bass and response. Hands down, it's just how physics work. The closed back trades some sound stage. But as someone who feins for sound stage these still have a HUGE one. Again if you want anything more you need to invest into speakers. Headphones can only do so much. As for the resolving ability of these it's extremely high. Large separation between instruments. The one con I can say is I dont think they're the best for vocals, they're still clean but not too forward. Almost relaxed. Instruments are however very froward and engaging. So here is why I chose them. I listen to electronic. For that reason there is no better choice. The instruments come in fast and clean. In electronic since it's all synthetic 4x4 style this makes for a clean engaging experience when the next bar quickly comes through. Get a value priced Dac/Amp to really have them sing. The 32ohm they run at is low resistance so you can get away with just a 3.5MM jack but you're doing yourself a disservice. It's always better to have more power on electronics than less, this avoids clipping/distortion. These are good for larger heads and very very comfortable for long listening and wearing periods. I was hesitant on them being diaphragm headphones as my ego wanted something "better" such as planar magnetic. But after a gillion hours of reading I couldn't see a particular benefit of planar's. Plus Planars are HEAVY. These are light and perfect for a long use. Without a doubt a best buy of 2026.

This headphone poses an funny question of "Why don't you just get a FiiO FT1?" to every other headphone under $500. I'm not saying it replaces every headphone under $500, it just gate keeps it. The other headphones have to do something special for you to even consider them because the FT1 is just such a well rounded package. It's built well, it looks nice, it's comfortable, it has all the accessories you need, it's closed back so you can use it in office, it's easy to drive, it has bass, it has clean mid, and it has a smooth treble, and most importantly, it's priced well. Are there headphones that does better in 1 or more categories than this? Sure, but often at a premium with some other tradeoffs. If you want to get something different for that 1 thing you really really care about, and you think it's worth it, then go for it. Get the Sennheiser HD600 series if you want flatter mids, but it has poor soundstage and not as comfortable. (Also double the price) Get the Hifiman's Edition XS for a flatter Frequency response and better stage, but it's heavier and has poorer QC. (Almost double the price) Get the Meze 99 classic for more bass, slightly cleaner treble, but it's darker and double the price. Get the K361/371 if you want to be portable, but poor build and comfort. Get the Byerdynamics DT880/700 for monitoring because the treble quality/quantity is higher and there's less dips in FR, but it's hard to drive and the mid is not as flat. But for you regular "fun" consumers, this is a really good entry point. It's a more well rounded headphone than any of them, at a lower price. In terms of sound, it's a warm bassy headphone. The bass extends deep and it's decently fast, with a slight boominess to the mid-bass. (Can be reduced by improper seal, and it may even be preferred). The mid is relatively flat, and not affected by the bass. The female vocals are clean, if not intentionally (slightly) simplified due to recessed treble. The treble is relatively fast, but slightly recessed. This results is a present, sometimes zingy, but mostly smooth treble that presents well in most songs. The recessed treble does pose a problem for digital piano, where it doesn't quite sound right. I would imagine this to be a problem for monitoring/mastering too. The sound stage and imaging is good among close backs, and decent among open backs. The stage is relatively wide but not deep. Instrument separation is good but not natural. Human vocal is often "in your face". For $150, well done.

These headphones are the definnition of a slow-burner. With time you get to apreciate just how excelent they are for the price. The sound great, very balanced tuning, clear sound and good dynamics. The comfort is also very good, lightweight build and decently padded headband. The build quality is price appropiate, so don't expect them to feel expensive because there not. They don't feel super cheap either, just not luxurious or substantial. They are clossed back but don't isolate as well as other passive designs. The sound doesn't leak a all at normal volumes, but you can hear the sounds around you, albeit somewhat attenuated. The are very sensitive so you can power them with pretty much anything. Although i use them with a QUESTYLE M15i DAC+AMP combo and they do scale appropiately. They are transparent and talented enough to show the quality of the source you are using. I have come to build a nice little collection of heaphones (From exotic Planars like the Hifiman Ananda, to the legendary Sennheiser HD 25, Sony WH-1000XM4 and now these) and i can tell you they are one of the best values in the audio world right now. Lastly, the accesories included are increadible for the price point. The two cables (3.5mm and balanced 4.4 mm) are of great quality, though because of the material used for the outer shielding they can introduce microphonics when roubing against someting like your clothes. The carrying case is very good aswell, though a bit large, since these heapdhones dont fold when stored.

Mon meilleur casque. Je retrouve la qualité sonore de mon vieux Pionner des années 70, les bruits parasites en moins. Et en plus, il est beau et hyper confortable.

I've been a hifi and audio enthusiast for decades. Literally dozens of pieces of gear have come and gone. Speakers of all kinds, amps tubed ss and integrated, vinyl front end changes, DACs players and streamers. So I spent considerable time researching what headphones to buy. I've had Grados and Senheisers in the past but rarely used them and eventually sold them. I have aged a little (some hf hearing loss) and life style changes have moved me into pretty much exclusive HP listening. These Fiio Ft1's are pretty darn remarkable! I'm still using the same FLAC file library I ripped from my CD collection years ago and I vividly remember how it sounded on the big rig in my listening room back then. These Ft1's have just the right balance of all the things I remember from my favorite tracks plus a little more resolving detail that I truly enjoy. I can listen for hours with no fatigue just enjoying great music. And I'm not driving them with a fancy amp DAC or DAP player. I'm using an original LG G7 phone with the stock LG player app and local files on a micro SD card directly out to the HP's using the 3.5mm cable. The phone does have a good DAC and can put out 2v in "high impedance" mode so it drives them very efficiently to louder volumes than I would comfortably use. Best part is I'm truly rediscovering and loving my music collection again. Plus using Spotify lossless and some internet radio in 320kbps to discover more. I do use the eq to reduce the low frequencies by a factor of 7 out of 10 on the DAC's eq scale at 125khz and 250khz. This makes the bass sound real and authentic like a bass guitar or kick drum should, not bloated and thumpy but still with real weight and authority. Nicely built and very comfortable. I had to add padding to the strap because I have a small head and they were too big and loose and hung too low on my ears. No biggie, every HP I have ever used presents this problem so I modify with extra padding. For the price I consider these a steal! Strongly recommended!

Melhor qualidade sonora que já ouvi. Valeu cada centavo. Dizem que o "noise canceling" não é bom, mas não notei absolutamente nada que prejudicasse a imersão, que é total. Definitivamente o fone da minha vida (e ja tive Sennheiser e Audio Technica).

My only real complaint is the cable, which feels very low quality with a lot of microphonics. However, this is easily fixed with a 20€ aftermarket cable, so not enough to take a star off at this price point. The other thing I will mention is that some people may find the treble a little bit harsh at times, but this comes down to individual preference. The wood can make a couple of pops as you start wearing them, presumably as it changes temperature and expands. Not a big deal (it happens maybe 1/10 times) and probably inevitable when using real wood. Other than that, they are fantastic sounding headphones. If you haven't used a pair of high quality headphones before, you'll get to experience your favourite songs as if it were the first time again.

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