FiiO - FD5

The flagship dynamic IEM from FiiO renders a beautiful, detailed midrange with a natural tonality. Despite the fantastic sound, they had me at the stainless steel housing with chrome finishing and the stunning 3D faceplate.

PRAVEEN KAMATH

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About PRAVEEN KAMATH

Praveen, our Headphone Zone is an audio connoisseur and staunch Meze fanboy. He loves the RAI Penta and the Empyrean, equally. When not writing about, thinking about or listening to music: He's an avid beerologist too and staunchly believes that the combination of both beats every music setup out there! You'll often find him listening to The Weeknd, The Score and The Script.

DESCRIPTION

SPECS

COMPARISONS

	FiiO - FD5 ₹ 28,990/-₹ 32,990 SEE MORE	FiiO - FD3 ₹ 8,999/-₹ 10,999 SEE MORE	FiiO - FD3 Pro ₹ 14,999/-₹ 11,999 SEE MORE	FiiO - FH5s Pro ₹ 29,999/-₹ 24,999 SEE MORE
Sound Signature
Driver Type	Beryllium-Plated Dynamic Drivers	DLC Diaphragm Dynamic Driver	DLC Diaphragm Dynamic Driver	Hybrid Drivers
Driver Configuration	1x Beryllium-Plated Dynamic Drivers	1x Dynamic Driver	1x Dynamic Driver	2x BA + 2x Dynamic Driver
Detachable Cable	MMCX	MMCX	MMCX	MMCX
Sensitivity	109dB	111dB	111dB	106dB
Impedance	32Ω	32Ω	32Ω	40Ω
Connector Type	3.5mm/2.5mm/4.4mm Balanced Plugs	3.5mm	3.5mm/4.4mm/2.5mm	2.5mm/3.5mm/4.4mm Gold-Plated
In The Box	FiiO FD5 IEMs 8-Strand, Monocrystalline, Silver-Plated, Copper MMC Terminated Cable HB5 Storage Case Final MMCX Assist Interchangeable Audio Jack - 2.5mm, 3.5mm, And 4.4mm Interchangeable Sound Tubes—2 (1-Large, 1-Small) Bass Eartips (S, M, L) Balanced Eartips (S, M, L) Vocal Eartips (S, M, L) Triple-Flange Tips (S, L) Foam Tips (S, M, L) Cleaning Brush.	FiiO FD3 IEMs 4-Stranded High-Purity Monocrystalline Copper Cable Balanced Eartips (S*3, M*3, L*3) Bass Eartips (S*3, M*3, L*3) Vocal Eartips (S*3, M*3, L*3) Foam Eartips X 2 Cleaning Brush Carrying Case MMCX Assist Tool User Manual Interchangeable Sound Tube	FiiO FD3 Pro IEMs 8 Strands Of 19 Wires Each For A Total Of 152 Wires Braided Cable Balanced Eartips (S*3, M*3, L*3) Bass Eartips (S*3, M*3, L*3) Vocal Eartips (S*3, M*3, L*3) Foam Eartips X 2 Cleaning Brush Carrying Case MMCX Assist Tool User Manual Interchangeable Sound Tube Swappable Plug	FiiO FH5s Pro IEMs Earphone Cable Swappable Plug HB5 PU Leather Carrying Case Cleaning Brush 1 Pair of Bi-Flange Eartips 3 Pairs of Bass Eartips 3 Pairs of Balanced Eartips 3 Pairs of Foam Eartips 3 Piars of Vocal Eartips MMCX Assist Tool User Manual
Experts Verdict	"Once again, FiiO achieves great lengths and delivers exactly what they promised. the main quality of the FH5, openness, a feature you won’t get any soon on any other model." Headfonia	"Excellent balanced tuning with 2 nozzle filters balanced and enhanced treble nozzles which is improved from their previous FD5. Two more distinctive sound tunings due to how good the nozzles work." Head Fi		"As is the case with pretty much all iems with switches, they are just a gimmick.They don’t affect the sound much at all & is more of a way to fine-tune the sound more towards your personal preferences." Head Fi
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FAQS

What is the warranty period on the FiiO FD5 and how do I claim warranty?

The warranty period on FiiO FD5 is for 1 year. Read more information about FiiO's warranty in India.click here.

What is the sound tuning style of FiiO FD5?

The dynamic driver of the FD5 is composed of beryllium-coated DLC with 3 acoustic technologies applied, front acoustic prism, rear volcanic field system and semi-open acoustic design. The tuning style of the FD5 is refinedly adjusted based on the Haman Curve, making a relaxed, natural yet transparent sound with a large soundstage and impressive dynamics.

How is the overall fit of FiiO FD5?

The FiiO FD5 comes with an in-ear design which gives a secure fit. Also the lightweight design of FD5 makes them comfortable to use for long hours.

How many drivers does the FD5 have? What is the included cable?

T【Driver configuration】
The FD5 is composed of a 12mm dynamic driver with its diaphragm using beryllium-coated diamond-like carbon (DLC). It is designed with an outer-magnet field, up to 1.5 Tesla magnetic flux.
【Included cable】
--It comes with an 8-stranded high purity monocrystalline silver-plated copper cable with 152 cores Litz braided.
--Expanded MMCX connector, stainless steel shell, and classic left blue and right red unit markers.
--Designed with an interchangeable plug, the FD5 can suit different devices with its 2.5/3.5/4.4mm plugs./p>

Does FiiO FD5 have a remote and mic?

No, the FiiO FD5 believes in minimalism. Also, what is a remote when compared to the gorgeous sound it offers

Does the FiiO FD5 come with detachable cables?

Yes, the cables are indeed detachable. Making for easy storage and convenient for whenever you want to replace or upgrade cables.

Are the cables on the FiiO FD5 replaceable?

Yes, the FiiO FD5 comes with replaceable MMCX cables.

What is the cable like?

The FiiO FD5 comes with 8 strands of monocrystalline silver-plated copper cable.

What is the impedance on the FiiO FD5?

The FiiO FD5 comes with an impedance of 32Ω.

Can I require an amp to drive the FiiO FD5?

Although your smartphone and laptop will be able to drive it, an amplifier would certainly bring out the true potential of the FiiO FD5. Read more about amplification and why it's important here. here

Are the cables on the FiiO FD5 tangle free?

Yes, the FiiO FD5 comes with tangle free cables. One less thing to worry about.

What are the accessories? How to choose the suitable ear tips? Is the cable interchangeable?

The FD5 is rest assured with abundant accessories:
--A high-purity monocrystalline silver-plated copper cable with 2.5/3.5/4.4mm interchangeable plugs.
--5 sets of ear tips (3 balanced pairs, 3 bass pairs, 3 vocal pairs, 2 memory foam pairs, 2 tri-flange pairs)
--1 storage case HB5 and 1 cleaning brush.
--An MMCX clip which can help to detach the MMCX connector easily.

How does its appearance structure improve the sound performance? (The small hole on the front cavity, the net holes on the front faceplate, and the volcanic field system)

【The advantage of the small hole on the front cavity】
1. The small hole of the front cavity is used to relieve pressures. It can help to moderate pressures that happened to the ear canal when putting the FD5 inside the ears. If the front hole is blocked, it would enhance the bass performance. However, hearing fatigue would also be caused easily due to increasing pressures in the ear canal. 2. The dynamic driver diaphragm of the FD5 used beryllium-coated DLC. Therefore, if the front pressure-relief hole is blocked, it would possibly lead to transformation to the beryllium-plated diaphragm and thus bring abnormality to the sound performance.
【The advantage of the net holes on the front faceplate】
The FD5 adopts a semi-open design. Through the small hole, it can relieve air pressure on the ear quickly– leading to more natural, comfortable and long listening sessions.
【The advantage of the volcanic field system】
The volcanic field system is an anti-standing wave structure we designed for the rear cavity of the FD5. By reversely preventing harmful standing waves, it plays an important role in enhancing bass diffusion at the rear cavity, reducing standing waves and distortion, thus achieving clearer sound.

How to distinguish between the left and right channels?

Left/L: blue
Right/R: red
The FD5 has unit markers on the earphones: blue L on the left side and red R on the right. Other than the letter marker, there is corresponding colors at the position of the MMCX connector, left blue and right red. Please fit the correct channel according to the indication markers when changing the cable.

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Warranty & Media Reviews

1 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this FiiO FD5 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.

30-50T yen IEM category Award

VGP Award
June, 2021

"The FiiO FD5 is a good looking and a hefty constructed IEM that has a sound signature with a general appeal that does well with almost any music genre plus is well accessorized."

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"Once again, FiiO achieves great lengths and delivers exactly what they promised. the main quality of the FH5, openness, a feature you won’t get any soon on any other model."

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"With this addition, FiiO has brought forward a very strong contender in this price category. Many others are much more focused and picky, while the FD5 is an all-star."

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"It is my pleasure to recommend the FD5 as a great sounding and great measuring IEM at quite an affordable price. Clean, powerful, undistorted bass performance"

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"FiiO, of course, do not stay aside. With FD5 we get not only interesting sound (in fact, two variants), but also great design and attention to peculiarities, such as accessories."

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"Great soundstage both in terms of width & depth, Excellent build quality, Good cable with interchangeable plugs, Great value for the price, Nice carrying case."

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