The K361 killer: A truly excellent budget closed back (FiiO FT-1 Review)

[@capraaudio]

Thanks for the shout out! Always glad to improve comfort where we can.

[@KmtS9]

Hey! Not sure if you can actually answer this question. But would there be any issues shipping your headband strap to the Philippines?

[@capraaudio]

@@KmtS9 shouldnt be if you order on our website

[@KmtS9]

@@capraaudio woah, thank you for the insanely fast response! Alright, will definitely consider ordering this! I don't actually have major issues with the existing headband, but I do worry about the longevity of the material, so adding this hopefully will improve that. Thanks again!

[@Parallax1024]

I Just ordered 😂😂 I think it even improved on the looks of the headphones in my opinion 👍🏽👍🏽

[@KmtS9]

@@Parallax1024 Nice! Thanks for the feedback. Definitely gonna order now. And agreed bout the aesthetics! When I saw the video, I was initially confused why there was a cool-looking strap 😂

[@fiddlix]

You just sold me. Ordering as we speak. Thanks DMS.

[@TheHEADPHONEShow]

Happy listening! -D

[@daniel.909]

Glad to see Capra getting some attention, the HD6x0 Capra is such an amazing aftermarket mod.

[@HeliBenj]

This confirms my experience as well. Except I find them very confortable as is. Really shocked with how good they are, bought based on Gadetry Tech review, glad I did, my best headphone purchase of the year. I also disagree it feels cheap. To be honest K371 are left in the dust in build, confort and sound for me!

[@Benri05]

Finally a shp9500 killer, comfort is what I'm looking for. Doesn't really matter if the tuning is perfect if you can't wear it more than 30 minutes.

[@Luupopi]

Just got my K371s and very happy with them. First good headphone I've ever owned. Glad there is more competition because the 150-200€ price range looks a little rough for closed back wired headphones. If my K371s every break I'll know where next to look. Thanks for the review and showcase, I would've never found out about these otherwise!

[@jacobfield4848]

Sennheiser 569 are very good.

[@rulerofrecords1]

So I got mine today. It is replacing my previous daily driver for KZbin/casual listening - the AKG 371. The AKG literally fell apart after 3 years of heavy, heavy usage so no hard feelings there. Initial impressions are that the FT-1 does exactly what it is intended for. Very light, very comfy, very easy to drive (loud enough out of the laptop socket, bonkers loud with the Qudelix K5) and very good fun. Not the biggest fan of the oldshool-looks but I guess after a couple of ZMFs I'm kinda spoiled with regards to woody-cans. Surprise so far - there is actually some detail ;-) We will see about the "fine-print" but this could be a keeper. P.S.: somebody hurry please with Qudelix EQ-preset for this :-)

[@calvinyip364]

How does kpop and female vocals sound on these ? And is the midbass punchy?

[@tyleroleary2094]

Been waiting for a review of these for a while, glad to see that they are worth while. Might have to get a pair with Meze's new microphone cable for a closed back headset.

[@piotr8803]

I was just looking for a good review of these. Thank you

[@kbeau937]

Jumped on these a couple weeks ago before a brief shortage and they are WELL worth it..

[@akira_rtt]

Finally, a budget closed-back that can compete with the AKG line. I love my K371 but have to admit that I have some concerns about their build quality. And I also like that DMS is reviewing it because we share some similarities in taste. Edit: How do they compare with the Sennheiser HD 620S?

[@rene837]

HD 620S is worse

[@JeffreyChandler]

I own both, and the FiiO is better. The HD620s definitely competes sound-wise and is built better, but the FiiO is a much better value and is more comfortable.

[@rene837]

@JeffreyChandler I noticed some odd qualities in the midrange and treble on the HD620S. For some reason, vocals were a bit honky and the treble was dark on some tracks but bright on others. I also dont like the big pads because the position of the headphones on your ears can change the sound, and it's hard to get a consistent position with those big openings.

[@quackgarage9551]

Not only with the AKG line. I bought one since literally everyone was highly praising it, it's better than my D7200 and I miss almost nothing if compared to my Z1R. Fiio has set the new threshold for audio quality, this is an enormous leap in the audio world. It's insane to think it costs $150. If we think 5 or even 2 years ago, you would have to spend 4 digits to get anywhere this build and audio quality. Hell, even today. IEM's already went through this phenomena, but now this is a major breakthrough in the headphone world.

[@z-f772]

Thanks for the review and measurements, I will try to get them during Black Friday this year.

[@SlavJerry]

k361 killer? sign me up.

[@Achiez-z]

K361 were always crap

[@SheepDude-qp7ux]

Build wise, definitely. They broke if you looked at them wrong 😂​@@Achiez-z

[@Helmond2017]

Closed back with wooden shells and under $150? That's naaice.

[@patrykplaskaty43]

​@@SheepDude-qp7uxhave mine for over 3 years by now. Just had to change the pads. Great cans.

[@quackgarage9551]

More like D7200/D5200 killer, DT770 killer, etc. It sounds as good as an Azurys.

[@SpookySkeletonGang]

This could be the headphone I've been waiting literally years for. I've tried so many options, including the HD620S, and I've not liked any. A well priced, good sounding closed option is so hard to find. I'll be picking this up as soon as it's available in Canada.

[@MatthewDiFazio]

Wow, these look great. May be picking these up on a blind buy. Also, love the build and sound graphic in the beginning. This video is very well done, thanks for putting this one on my radar!

[@mangs9940]

Phew! . Ordered a week ago. Was buying based on 1 good review. Was having a bit of buyers remorse. Looking for a musical headphone. Music enjoyment

[@arress2052]

Just got my pair today and I like them way more than that K361 and the K371. My only issue is that, using an apple dongle, the headphones do not sound good through my phone. However, through an older FiiO EK10 DAC, the headphones sound amazing through my computer. Yes, they do sound better than the JT1s, which I returned to get the FT1s.

[@arress2052]

A heads up for anyone who gets this headphone. One of my screws was loose and a Torx T6 is what can be used for these particular screws.

[@rev8962]

I love the editing so so much.

[@rstar88105]

FT1 Pro was just announced yesterday.

[@kutasimusic]

I have these since the launch and can only say positive things. ➕➕➕ The most comfortable closed back headphone I have ever had. Period. (even without the extra strap was showing in the video) It sounds great with everything. Music, movies, gaming? All checked! 🤩🤩🤩 BUT if you need something for editing or work a Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO still sounds more clean and has much better separation.

[@TheKlangSeven]

Clean is not the same thing as harsh

[@Mishael_Agyei-Boamah]

No The Beyer is a trebly mess

[@soulstart89]

Hey. I am a bass guitar player and I’m looking for a closed back headphone for recording and silent practice (learning tracks etc). Bass and mids representation are the most important factor for me as in a mix with other instruments around the bass cuts through around 250-500hz. Have both the DT 770 and these f1. Which would you suggest and why? Also what ohms DT770 did you get? Picking a headphone is harder than I thought

[@kutasimusic]

​@@soulstart89 For accuracy and monitoring (editing, critical listening) I would still pick the DT 770 PRO anytime! Probably even for gaming or movie watching. 👌 The Fiio FT1 is more fun sounding headphones that really shines with low notes, but might be less convincing in other areas.

[@Mishael_Agyei-Boamah]

@@soulstart89 get the FiiO. Not gonna murder your ears with treble and doesn't have holes in the lower mids like the Beyer

[@sand9577]

I know it's not much of a contest, but my all time favorite closed back headphones are the E-Mu Teak with ZMF Suede Ori Pads, how would the FT-1 fare against the Emu Teak?

[@Manupassero]

finally a confirmation of all my impressions :)) thanks for the review

[@NightmareFactory830]

Zeos did me dirty and I’m not happy with the jt1, definitely gonna sell it and get this

[@MufasaRizz]

Zeos is to be taken with a grain of salt.

[@stefaniedc1128]

Zeos' preference for sound definitely do not align with my preferences.

[@syanhc]

Dirty pow pow

[@TheHEADPHONEShow]

Good call, these are much better than the JT1 -D

[@jiijijjijiijiij]

"Take with a grain of salt" is generous. Zeos is a man who owns how many dollars worth of audio gear? $50k? $100k? More? And yet his opinions are more closely calibrated to someone who has just had ear surgery and is excited to be hearing for the first time. Viewers see all the gear from his head mounted camera and assume "He must have SOME idea what he's talking about," but then they eventually, hopefully find out that they were wrong. I don't think it's unreasonable to say that he does more harm than good, because I know that if I woke up one day and found out that I had a track record of promoting some of the gear he has promoted, giving who knows how many people who needed that one last push they needed to place an order, then I would feel guilty about it bigtime. There is theoretically a dollar amount you could put to the regretful purchases that people have made thanks to all his gushing over seriously underwhelming equipment, and in total you know it would be no small amount.

[@vael_]

Perfect timing, mine should be in my mailbox by tomorrow :)

[@plompudu2529]

Where can i find the uncompensated measurements? They look great!

[@arnorizman4898]

I've got one. For me it's the best value in closed back. Better sounstage, better timbre, better for all...

[@arress2052]

How do you like the bass?

[@hw7504]

Great review. Where do these fall on your tier list?

[@moxie_ST]

I have them and I love them ❤ But I must say 150$ is not budget, 35$ - 50$ is budget. I know that for some people money is just number, and they have big number on their account but for lot of people something that cost 150$ is/are not budget headphones.

[@hifitommy]

HELLO from hifitommy! you know, the Buffalo native who met you at CanJam SoCal last week. After you recommended it, and some listening at the Jam, I ordered the FiiO FT-1 which will arrive on the 10th which I am very much looking forward to. i will likely get the strap you recommended as I know that to be the kind of support that is most comfortable. i truly enjoyed our short exchange at the Jam and look forward to more of the same. I am on youtube as tom roy. if you ever get a chance to have a Beef on Weck in Buffalo, I will be interested in your reaction.

[@AshtonCoolman]

My Gemini HSR-1000's broke after 9 years so I bought these. I am looking forward to trying them. I have an old SMSL M2 DAC so I may need to upgrade it finally. We'll see.

[@juanblanco7898]

Thank you very much for the review, I've been quite interested in these, but my hopes weren't exactly high. Could you, by any chance, persuade Resolve to review these as well, with more squigglies and stuff? Maybe Griffin as well. Would be great to know how do these perform in terms of fit consistency and HpTF. I'd LOVE to get over ears another try, but while these are relatively affordable, I'm still wary of making any more audio purchases without extensive data to refer to...

[@VitorMach]

Looks really good, and very easy EQ fix for that 6KHz bump.

[@SargentAlebeard]

Been using the Meze 109 Pros with the Fiio K9 Pro ESS Skylight at the work office. Been looking for a pair of closed backs to probably replace the 109 Pros. I know it's hard to compare closed with open backs but opinions if these would be a decent replacement?

[@anonymousunique8254]

would you recommend this for hip hop, pop and rap kinda music? along with using it for audio production entry level? and also some editing that i do quite abit but mostly audio stuff like voice over

[@icyearth]

I've been looking for something like these. Azurys have been my favorite but they are quiet expensive. Definitely gonna buy a pair of these and test them out.

[@andonlytheone111]

I returned the Azurys. Sounds high resolution, clean and detailed, but total lack of soundstage, even for a closed back when compared to the DT770. After that I bought a used Elegia, although huge, bulky and heavy, the soundstage is excellent, a true upgrade to the DT770. Also the Azurys suffers from the new consumer tuning, Of Harman with excessive bass like any Bluetooth headphone, good if you like EDM, hip hop, bassy stuff.

[@shhhhrrriiii486]

Can you review Sony MDR-M1? Looks like they're offering it as the evolution to Sony MDR-7506

[@Redbeardkyx]

What what budget AMP for those Headphones look like? Something from FiiO themselves like the K3 E10K, K11? Or something like the Fosi Audio K5 Pro?

[@DJ_PROMO_PR]

Just bought the new FT1 Beech color version. Can't wait. Btw, the strap is out of stock.

[@Accuaro]

Can we get a tier to closed back headphones? Struggling to find something better than the DT 770 pros 32ohm. I debated on the Focal Radiance but they're discontinued and pad replacements on them are impossible.

[@SheepDude-qp7ux]

Ah yeah, i got mine about a week ago. Really REALLY nice

[@Charles-hi3jt]

Thank you so much for the detailed review of the headphones, and I ended up bought mine! and was really happy about it! just wondering whether I could get some suggestions of some aftermarket replacement pads for my FT1? as I am not sure which pads would be compatible? thanks!

[@matusjurcik6974]

Hi, what is the isolation and sound compare to the dt770 (80ohm)?

[@stevenhorton3848]

Is there any [build, sound..) difference between the black walnut and beech versions, besides look? I like the darker wood look though I noticed the beech has a (aluminum/stainless?) ring around the entire earcups which looks nice also

[@dalarcoin6851]

How did you install the capra strap? Did you unscrew the sides of the headphone?

[@arress2052]

You can do that or, with some strength, you can clip them on.

[@dalarcoin6851]

@@arress2052 "With some strength" sounds like a recipe for breaking the thing

[@FunRageDIE]

is there any cables any of you guys recommend what are better than the stock cables?

[@88Opportunist]

Vid endlessly mentions the K371 but the title mentions the K361? huh?

[@TotemTom]

they're extroadinarily similar if not identical (within unit variance) from an acoustic perspective. the 371 just has a slightly more premium build using metal components and satin finish plastics, whereas the 361 is cheaper with an all "plastic-fantastic" build

[@TECHNICKER_Cz]

@@TotemTom there are tonal differences, but as you mention, they're like twins

[@88Opportunist]

@@TotemTom I know for build they're very close with the K371 being the more premium one but I thought acoustically, at least some people, find the K361 superior to the 371, with the 371 doing some odd things. I actually have the K361 myself...well had it, all it's pleather has basically cracked and shredded so it's pretty unusable unfortunately. I just remember that whilst they had a nice clean detailed sound they also had a kinda small sound that wasn't really suited to anything that was supposed to sound grand, and they could be a little sharp.

[@TheHEADPHONEShow]

Just because I prefer the K361 over the K371 personally 😄 -D

[@WorthlessDeadEnd]

@@TheHEADPHONEShow Hey, uh, the captcha to register is not in English. It wants me to slide to verify, but I don't know what I am supposed to verify. It keeps rubber banding the slide back to the start unless I slide it all the way to the right, and when I do that, it gives me an error message that is illegible. [Edit]: Okay, never mind. Somehow, I was able to register, regardless.

[@hitmarklerr]

Would you guys please provide uncompensated measurement data aswell? I need it for eq purposes 😊 Or even better measure it with 5128 aswell 🤩

[@Pictus_Invictus]

Thank you for the review! The less than ideal comfort of AKG K371/K361 and the less than ideal tuning/timbre of beyerdynamic DT770 PRO 80Ω made me look to something else and FiiO FT1 was the choice. Mine should arrive soon... What are your EQ settings?

[@neom0nk]

5.8 on the EQ settings

[@z-f772]

Small world, just got a notification about your post on a forum from yesterday (*ontr*) and now I'm seeing you here, lol.

[@Pictus_Invictus]

@@neom0nk 5.8? Sorry, but I do not understand. Values for Equalizer APO?

[@Pictus_Invictus]

@@z-f772 Indeed :)

[@gertost]

Looking forward to get these. But looks like they are sold out in Norway. Maybe wait before ordering the strap, if i find it comfortable as it is. Great to see manufacture making great head-fi at an affordable price. Have an meze alba coming next week., that are also said to be good for the price. Great value. 😃

[@masonwilde1464]

Sounds like I may have just found my next set of cans for the office! Looking forward to potential comparisons between these and the HD620S and upcoming Sony MDR-M1. Any thoughts on whether it's worth it to save up for something like the Aeon RT Closed as a "next-level" closed back?

[@FabioGrenkh]

I would like to know that as well. Also wonder how these fare against something like the Audeze LCD2 closed

[@auzimatic]

Is this still comfy with your glasses? I am finding it difficult to be comfortable with the other pairs I have tried recently.

[@nickfialkovsky5105]

10:20 Sheesh, you got me here

[@hubey]

This headphone and the Aune AR5000 are my wishlist contenders when I get some income in the future. I know it's open back vs closed back and price is very different, but I'd love a sound impression comparison between the two one day by anyone willing. I think my main desire is musicality and immersion. The reviews on the AR5000 say it's almost an A shape sound with the mids forward, but elevated bass compared to something like the Sennheiser 600 sound profile. That sounds perfect to me.

[@kutasimusic]

I had the Aune. It's a nice headphone, but found it too mid-forward and very bass light. Highs were okay. For certain type of music it sounds "magical", but after a few weeks I rather sold it. It was comfy and looks nice though. 🤭

[@hubey]

@@kutasimusic Hey thank you so much for sharing your personal impressions! For context what genre of music did it sound magical for? And what are your preferred sound qualities in a headphone? Thank you again I really appreciate it.

[@kutasimusic]

@@hubey I like the detailed sound and don't mind less bass, but since the FiiO FT1 was really spoiled with that great textured bass. I have had Sennheiser HD 650s for long, then switched over Beyers (DT 770 PRO) for more excitement. (also tried loads of Hifiman and Focal headphones...) I must say I was really impressed by the Aune AR5000 in the beginning. Especially with live instrument music. Then started to miss the bass more an more. But the mid range and the tonality is nice if you after that sound signature. It will have a more bass, much more open and engaging sound than a HD600.

[@hubey]

@@kutasimusic Thank you again for another thoughtful response! I had the cheaper Fiio JT1's because of enthusiastic youtube reviews, but I hated the sound. It sounded muffled but sibilant at the same time. The mids sounded so quiet and far away like they were coming from the neighbours house. They made music feel sad. EQing helped, but still felt distant overall. I was so shocked by the sound after good reviews by others. So now I'm doing more homework before more internet purchases. So do you own or have listened to the FT1's? Do you love the sound? I do love bass, a lot of bass actually, like in a movie theater with rumbling synth bass score. But I also want to hear melodies from piano and guitar and vocals in the mids to treble range too. I don't want them to be muffled, distant or sibilant, just musically resolved and forward enough sounding at the same time as some bass. Do you think the Fiio FT1's will statisfy these musical desires? Thank you for your time and consideration. 😊🙏

[@kutasimusic]

@@hubey Hmmm… this is interesting. I haven’t heard the JT1, but owned the FT1 for a couple of months. To be honest, I liked the sound from the beginning but after a long period of time started to think that I might had too much of Beyer headphones and was just wishing for a more relaxed listening experience. First the FT1 felt like an “echo chamber” or concert hall to me, but somehow that sensation disappeared (or I got used to it). Now, I can tell that the JT1 might not be your cup of tea if you prefer detailed sound. I don’t think that it’s a dark headphone, but after a long time I spent with it I just started to miss a more transparent and cleaner sound. This is the most noticeable with voices (either male or female). It’s a bit hard to understand them and they are less articulate. Watching movies or playing games feels fun and the bass is excellent, but it’s a one trick pony. You won’t find too much excitement in other areas and I wished my DT 770 Pro back. So, We have a nice slam in the bass, recessed mid range and okay highs. In general it sounds distant and eventually I found it a bit boring after trying it with different usages. This is not always a bad thing though. I still think the FT1 is a nice looking and comfy headphone. If you are not that critical or as a second (or third headphone) you can live with it and have some fun with certain tracks. Anyways, I am still on the journey for the perfect closed-back... 😊

[@Armbrust210]

Definitly an interesting headphone that i'm not really in the market for rn, but i'll keep it in mind. Tough the Design reminds me very much of the M1060C's and back when those we're relevant. The scene has grown so much since then and there are now amazing headphones at great prices, i really dont wanna be reminded of the M1060C's all the time

[@octaviodiaz938]

I have m1060c and FT-1 and to me, the monolith is better in all aspects, (sound-wise) except for tuning (FT-1 easy listening) but easily fixable with EQ or the "correct" setup

[@JohnScheppler]

Hey, great review. What do you think are the best value closed back headphones is? Then what are the best closed back headphones on sound only in the $500 or under price?

[@Mishael_Agyei-Boamah]

These would be the best value

[@gregbelemjian2515]

Which Capra headband fits the FT1 ?

[@capraaudio]

the Sony MDR7506 Strap fits it

[@Erbsengeneral]

​@@capraaudiothank you!

[@joefilter2923]

I found that the highs on the FT1 are not so great for some. They are very comfy without a strap, and provide a nice punchy bass. Unfortunately I’m used to Edition XS and 6XX, so the upper mids and highs don’t compare well. If I can’t dial-in EQ, I’ll have to send them back but I will miss that bass slam.

[@andonlytheone111]

I felt the same, being used to HD800s and DT770 Pro X. It took me 24 hours to get used to the tuning and now the treble opened up for me. I was very disappointed at first but after the brain burn in period, I'm really impressed. Problem is to go back to the other headphones and adjust back to their brighter tuning is much more difficult than the other way, and I'm having a hard time with them. So I'm really enjoying the FT1, a lot, but it kind of ruined the other ones.

[@KmtS9]

Nothing better than purchase validation! Kidding. Slightly. Hahaha. But thank you for this review DMS! Wasn't expecting this to be out so soon, since I just recently brought this up to you on Twitter. But seems like you already had it for a little while. Really wanted to wait for your review before pulling the trigger, but decided to take the risk at $130-ish. Was worried that the price would go up if reviews continued to be positive - case in point, the Aune AR5000 being $40-50 more expensive now than when I coulda bought them earlier this year. 🥲

[@kempsauce]

How would these handle the FPS gaming space? I've been using SPH9500's for so long now and am hoping to explore some other options!

[@ALnMO]

Any good for (single player) gaming?

[@Mishael_Agyei-Boamah]

Yes. Excellent for gaming

[@Bassic778]

Excellent review!!!

[@dangerza]

Maybe they are about the same price if you stay in America, but over here the FiiO FT-1 is about double the price of the AKG K361

[@gdemirjian]

Yes, 60mm is a big driver. The largest I've seen is in the Sony Z1R at 70mm.

[@avijitchattopadhyay6184]

I am Avijit from India. I purchased Shanling UA4 and using with IEM. Now I want to upgrade with Full size Headphones ( Open back) But I am unable to understand how it will work with High Impedance Full size Headphones. Because no power efficiency is described with 80 Ohm or 300 ohm impedance. I am requesting your team to analyze my question and give me a detail about how the Shanling UA4 will work with High Impedance Full size Headphones. What type of headphones will go smoothly with Shanling UA4 Dac.

[@justinwalsh5521]

I’m surprised you never tried k371 with dekoni pads (specifically the choice suede), they honestly don’t change fr much but they sound better. I still prefer my hd620S though…

[@hacorn96]

ok where can find these graphs with preference bounds?

[@Morsella]

Please do review on Sony MDR-M1

[@UseTheSupeRsonic]

I dunno, something beating the K361s isn't saying much, because I thought they sounded like absolute ass when I compared them (back to back) to the M40x, SH840a, S452 and MD7506.

[@Llamoof]

would you recommend these over any other types of closed backs in the same price range or to dt 770 pros?

[@alexfiz]

FT1 more interesting

[@quackgarage9551]

Absolutely.

[@TheRealPotoroo]

For the future: what's up with all the new Bluetooth ANC headphones? Cambridge Audio Melomania P100, Beyerdynamic Aventho 300, AKG N9 Hybrid, none of them rubbish. Are we seeing a kind of "death of mid-fi" in the wireless space?

[@miki890098]

Why do you guys forget to show the non-compensated graphs :(

[@sunwukong8069]

can you recommend what good budget DAC to pair with this headphone? thanks!

[@asifdomo500]

compare to audeze maxwell, just purely for sound and gaming which is arguably better and why? (not considering the microphone)

[@spencerstmars4882]

How is the sound compared to the Audeze Maxwells?? Thanks!

[@dandjsh7978]

Maxwell have better clarity and details, but not my much. This is far more comfortable. Speaking as an owner of the FT1 and previously Maxwell (don't buy it - QC is terrible)

[@malithwithana3401]

​@@dandjsh7978soundstage,bass, treble response ??

[@trevornmartinmartin2756]

cant find them on amazon

[@m-zurowski]

they get the SEAL of approval ;)

[@psykadelikoflifelinez]

can these be used for mixing and mastering purpose? I mean, it fits from the reference FR..

[@simonbarth3181]

As someone who has a pretty nice treated studio with genelec monitors, but mixes and masters manly from home because i am lazy as fuck: jes you can. I dont have these headphones but the key is this, get whatever you deem flattest, buy it, than use an eq thing on your computer ouput and eq the headphone by ear, by listening to your favorite songs. Some electro or modern metal is usually good to judge bass impact. Really spend a day or to to eq them until you cant improve them anymore. Than mix on them. (One extra thing to be mindful about. Beware of reverb. On headphones and inears you always always add to much reverb, so use a little less than it will sound better on headphones and speakers). And dont let boomers tell you you cant mix on headphoens. I would even argue its better becouse most people listen on headphones anyways, so thats what you serve for the most.

[@Zysperro]

Does anyone know straps like these on Ali? I can't buy directly from capra audio.

[@thomastoccupe9406]

How does it compare to the DCA x DROP aeon closed ?? Was about to pull the trigger on the dca, but how big of a difference exist ? 🧐🤔

[@Smitty_Werbenjagermanjenson]

I haven't heard these FiiO's but I have the Aeon closed and think they are excellent, FWIW. However, they are much more expensive too.

[@TheHEADPHONEShow]

The Aeon are MUCH better built, more premium, and feel more articulated/detailed across the frequency range, but the fiio have a more comfortable sound signature.

[@thomastoccupe9406]

Thank you guys for the answer ! I will go for the aeon x drop i guess, never heard a bad opinion on it.

[@Ryan_3gRi]

@@thomastoccupe9406 be careful with the quality control tho. Mine has some noticeable channel imbalance in 7khz region.

[@steelcitysi]

Can you review the Aune SR7000 closed backs please?

[@novimon]

My all time favorite headphone is the shure shr840. Does anyone know how this fares / compares to it?

[@InvisibleIink]

How is it with balanced cables? Matter or not?

[@Mishael_Agyei-Boamah]

It doesn't need balanced

[@WorthlessDeadEnd]

Wow, a *60* mm driver! 😲

[@kutasimusic]

Bigger is always better. 💪

[@MacJames]

I wonder how they stack up against the ZMF Bokeh.

[@davegorthuis679]

Better then hd620S?

[@Mishael_Agyei-Boamah]

Yes

[@rulerofrecords1]

Is it tricky to mount the Capra-Strap, does one need to take the headband construction of the FT-1 apart? thanx & cheers

[@capraaudio]

nope, this is easier than some of my other straps, you just wrap the ends around the sliders and its done!

[@rulerofrecords1]

@@capraaudio gotcha, thanx, cheers. P.S. You do not happen to have European distribution? just trying ....

[@capraaudio]

@@rulerofrecords1 not for a long time probably. We are just 2 dudes making stuff in our basements.

[@rulerofrecords1]

@@capraaudio In this particular case I'm kinda optimistic that I'll survive shipping and taxes and all that fun stuff,

[@jackjack3874]

Excellent review... as always.. one question.. do you mean that it kills the K361 (based on the title) but competes (and beats slightly with K371 that is actually more in the video?

[@Mishael_Agyei-Boamah]

It beats the K371 not slightly but handily

[@VSN-wb2ly]

It is better on a long term

[@DocRye1228]

How are these for gaming? Especially FPS games.

[@dandjsh7978]

I use it for Valorant and CS2. Works great.

[@666dreamboat]

I really like the k371 and use them for tracking but the fact that it only connects on one side AND is really telephonic is a huge problem, can't wait to try these and hopefully make them my new recommendation for friends.

[@grassmaster180]

When I first got my K371, I couldn't believe how bad the stock cables are. I got an inexpensive Faaeal cable (it has that "IEM" cable look), and it is a major improvement for comfort.

[@namtooh50]

any chance that you can review the new sony mdr m1 headphones? i know that you liked the older sony headphones. wanted to see what you would say about these headphones before buying them ,thanks dms!

[@MLantier]

Do the Fio FT-1'S now have American Maple outsides or did I buy the wrong headphones?

[@xt-cj7jg]

yes

[@kbeau937]

it's Walnut

[@kbeau937]

Post a pic im curious what you got lol

[@MLantier]

​@@kbeau937I ordered via Amazon on Thursday, it's not supposed to arrive till later this week. I'll be home from vacation on Saturday. If you look up the model number on KZbin though, all of the other reviews on this model show an American wood piece on each ear.

[@Hi_Im_Dominik]

k361 are 400, and FiiO FT-1 are 850 in my country. Lovely killer...

[@Pictus_Invictus]

In Brazil one FT1 costs 3 K361.

[@dandjsh7978]

Sad country you live in.

[@Pictus_Invictus]

@@dandjsh7978 One of the highest tax imports, +- double the price of things. :(

[@quackgarage9551]

@@Pictus_Invictus Loja da Fiio tá temporariamente sem o Remessa na hora da compra, aproveita.

[@Pictus_Invictus]

@@quackgarage9551 Obrigado, mas eu já comprei/recebi há algum tempo.

[@kool_thing]

I wonder how it fares against Fostext TH-X00 range.

[@tragikomediant4278]

This one or HD620s?

[@Mishael_Agyei-Boamah]

This with ease

[@tragikomediant4278]

@@Mishael_Agyei-Boamah why?

[@notshaking]

Come on man I just got some FH3 IEMs! ... Well, time to buy these ones...

[@miuzix4006]

For gaming and music, which is actually recommended for someone like me, FT1 or the Aune Ar5000? I know they are really different but these are my two choices

[@max10hoop]

I would go with the Ar5000 for gaming especially. Since they're open back and have wider soundstage

[@miuzix4006]

@@max10hoop Thanks for the input man, appreciate it!

[@ezrabrownstein3237]

What is the bass distortion like? Seems easy enough to EQ in sub bass. But maybe then I'd be asking too much for under 200 bucks

[@Mishael_Agyei-Boamah]

Well no need to EQ in that much and yes it can handle it

[@sayacee5813]

is it better than dt770 /pro ?

[@fury6635]

I believe one day this model will be modern dt 770. And yes in all tones of music this is better than dt 770 pro.

[@joontech7715]

better than Argon?