FiiO - FH3

The FiiO FH3 Earphones are a fantastic value and a great choice for those looking to own an IEM without breaking the bank. Think of it as a crossover between the analytical FA1 and the punchy FD1, but better.

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SPECS

COMPARISONS

	FiiO - FH3 ₹ 11,990/-₹ 12,990 SEE MORE	FiiO - FH1S ₹ 5,690/-₹ 6,990 SEE MORE	FiiO - FH5S ₹ 22,990/-₹ 24,999 SEE MORE	FiiO - FH7 ₹ 39,990/-₹ 44,990 SEE MORE
Sound Signature
Driver Type	Hybrid Drivers	Hybrid Drivers	Hybrid Drivers	Hybrid Drivers
Driver Configuration	2x BA + 1x Dynamic Driver	1x BA + 1x Dynamic Driver	2x BA + 2x Dynamic Driver	4x BA + 1x Beryllium-Plated Dynamic Drivers
Detachable Cable	MMCX	2-Pin	MMCX	MMCX
Sensitivity	114dB	106dB	106dB	111dB
Impedance	24Ω	26Ω	40Ω	16Ω
Connector Type	3.5mm	3.5mm	2.5mm, 3.5mm & 4.4mm Gold-Plated Plug	3.5mm
In The Box	FiiO FH3 IEMs Detachable Cable With MMCX Connectors 3 X Balanced Sound Tips (S/M/L) 3 X Enhanced Bass Tips (S/M/L) 3 X Enhanced Vocals Tips (S/M/L) 2 X Foam Tips Carry Pouch Cleaning Brush.	FiiO FH1S IEMs Earphone Cable 1 X Foam Eartips HB1 Carrying Case 3 X Bass Eartips 3 X Balanced Eartips	FiiO FH5S IEMs Earphone Cable Swappable Plug HB5 PU Leather Carrying Case Cleaning Brush 1 Pair X Bi-Flange Eartips 3 X Base Eartips 3 X Balanced Eartips 3 X Foam Eartips 3 X Vocal Eartips MMCX Assist Tool User Manual	FiiO FH7 IEMs 3 Pair Sets Of Interchangeable Sound Filters 3 Pair Sets Of SpinFit Ear Tips 1 X Fabric Carrying Case 1 X Faux Leather Carrying Case Detachable Litz Monocrystalline SPC Cable 3 X Base Eartips 2 X Balanced Eartips 2 X Foam Eartips 3 X Vocal Eartips 1 X Cleaning Brush User Guide/Warranty Magnetic Cable Tie
Experts Verdict	"The best thing about the FH3 is its sound. To my ears, it’s class-leading. The tonal balance, note size and weight, detail, naturalness and layering are shockingly good for an IEM." Prime Audio	"The midrange is smooth but has an outstanding resolution for a budget dual-driver hybrid.there’s no smearing or overt colouration present and the tone is quite neutral." Prime Audio	"FiiO have given the acoustic design some additional thought with a 3-piece semi-open back design that balances air pressure on either side of the dynamic drivers and enhance the soundstage reproduction." theheadphonelist	"FiiO continues to use their “wave” design language with their new FH7 and I admit it looks pretty cool. I pretty much like FiiO designs recently and this one is no exception." Headfonia
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FAQS

What is the warranty period on the FiiO FH3 and how do I claim warranty?

The warranty period on FiiO FH3 is for 1 year. Read more information about FiiO's warranty in India.click here.

How many drivers does the FH3 have?

The FH3 adopts 2 Knowles balanced armature drivers and a 10mm beryllium diaphragm dynamic driver. The Knowles high-end Rad-33518 BA is for high frequencies, and the Knowles ED-30262 is for mid frequencies.

Is it easy to drive the FH3? And could it be driven by ordinary cellphones?

The FH3 is high-sensitive with the sensitivity up to 114dB. So it could be easily driven by cellphones.

What is the tuning style of the FH3? What type of music is it friendly for?

The 10mm beryllium-plated diaphragm dynamic driver in the FH3 was specifically chosen for its superior acoustic properties. The beryllium-plated diaphragm is not only light and thin but is also extremely rigid, allowing for thunderous yet lightning-quick, responsive, and dynamic bass. Mid-frequencies using the ED-30262 gives sweeter and fuller vocals as well as a wider soundstage. High-frequencies using the Knowles RAD-33518 driver provides extremely clear sound with well-extended yet smooth treble.-- Suitable for various instrumental and pop HiFi music.

What is the housing material of the FH3? How does it feel when wearing it?

The shell of the FH3 is made of aerospace-grade aluminum-magnesium alloy. Structurally, through data on thousands of people's ears as well as going through more than 10 rounds of trials and iteration, an extremely comfortable design for the FH3 was created. In order to achieve more comfortable listening, the FH3 utilizes FiiO's patented balanced pressure relief technology, so as to ensure that the air pressure in the front and rear chambers are balanced, thus ensuring music dynamics are not distorted and thus making for stress-free listening. Meanwhile, in order to make it more comfortable to hold and grip, the FH3 is carefully adjusted from 3 different angles, which is more easy to pick up and drop down, ensuring perfect experience from every tiny facet.

How to choose the right ear tips for the FH3?

The design size of its sound tube is 5.5mm. So it's recommended to choose 4-5mm ear tips.

Is it necessary to burn in the FH3? What are the skills and requirements during the burn-in process?

Because of the working principles and characteristics of the ear unit's speakers, new earphones usually need to be burned in for about 200 hours which can keep the speaker diaphragm working at the best state. In general, users can choose songs of soft style they often listen to and keep the volume at a middle level until they are satisfied with the sound of the earphones.

What is the cable like?

The FiiO FH3 comes with High-purity monocrystalline silver-plated copper cable.

Is the FH3 a detachable cable design? What's its connector?

The FH3 is a detachable cable design with standard MMCX connectors.

Can I require an amp to drive the FiiO FH3?

Although your smartphone and laptop will be able to drive it, an amplifier would certainly bring out the true potential of the FiiO FH3. Read more about amplification and why it's important here. here

Are the cables on the FiiO FH3 tangle free?

Yes, the FiiO FH3 comes with tangle free cables. One less thing to worry about.

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Warranty & Media Reviews

1 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this FiiO FH3 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.

Headfonia Recommended

Headfonia
Sep, 2020

"The design and familiar form factor of the FH3 with the CNC Magnesium-Aluminum alloy finish makes it a durable but lightweight and very comfortable IEM."

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" Take a good, affordable, IEM, and take it to the higher ground. That’s basically the story behind the FiiO FH3. They’re awesome. So to the list, it goes. Well done!"

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"The best thing about the FH3 is its sound. To my ears, it’s class-leading. The tonal balance, note size and weight, detail, naturalness and layering are shockingly good for an IEM."

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"The most important part is the sound performance of the FH3 that stands out especially for its price. It offers an entertaining yet fairly detailed sound tuning."

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"The FH3 IEMs are real bang for the buck due to the pragmatic approach to their development. As a result, they are a very good variant if you want to step over 100 USD price tag."

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"Awesome entry-level all a rounder, Good lows mids and highs Entertaining sound, robust design. Good accessories. Excellent value.Great separation, Musicality."

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