Fiio FH11 IEM Review: Sound Quality on a Budget
We’ve looked at a lot of pricey audio products recently, but great products don’t have to cost a lot of money. Especially in the world of audio. Today, we’re looking at the Fiio FH11, a new pair of earphones that offer surprising sonics for their low cost of entry. At only $40, these earphones offer a hybrid, two-driver design, fully zinc shells that’s quite comfortable and exceptionally durable, and a replaceable cable so you can even upgrade them over time. They’re a solidly affordable pick for fans of boosted bass.
The FH11 is an on-ramp to Fiio’s line-up. They’re an affordable introduction to the company’s design sensibilities and at only $40, make an effective case that Fiio is a brand worth investing in. The buds are comfortable, well-built, upgradeable, and have a mainstream-friendly U-shaped tuning that’s not shy on the bass.
The FH11 comes in a small, reflective silver box. There’s a picture of the earphones on the front and some details on the back, but it doesn’t over sell itself. Inside, the earpieces are on display in foam cutouts. A cardboard insert with “Accessories” hides two bags of silicone eartips (two sets of small, medium, and large) and the detachable cable. There’s no carrying case or bag included with this model.
The ear pieces are made of zinc alloy and feel very robust. Full metal shells at this price is great to see and adds durability and longevity to their lifespan. The shells are modeled in the form of a conch shell, and though I had my doubts, I found them to be quite comfortable. Though there are no wings or contours to hook the ear, the nozzles are a bit longer to secure in the ear canal. A few more tips with middle sizes would have been nice to see since its fit is so tip-dependent,
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