FiiO FA7 Balanced Armature IEMs

Description:

 

• Quad Knowles Balanced Drivers
• DLP 3D Printed
• Made with Medical Grade Resin
• Hypoallergenic and Antimicrobial
• Optimized Shell Reduces Sonic Resonances
• Four-Way Crossover
• Independent Sound Tubes for Drivers
• Silver-Plated Copper Cable
• MMCX Headphone Connectors
• Includes 13 Pairs of Eartips + Cases

Breaking through the confines of tradition with 3D printing

The FA7 is the first mass-produced, 3D printed quad balanced armature in-ear monitor. This is made possible through a collaboration between FiiO and 3D printing specialists HeyGears, using advanced industrial-grade 3D printers using DLP printing technology with printing resolution up to 25um. Each pair of FA7 shells are precisely crafted through 60 minutes of printing, with thousands of DLP projections and careful movements. The result is remarkably consistent sound between pairs of FA7’s, as well as reduced sonic resonances that allow the music to flow through unimpeded.

A skin-friendly shell with remarkable resilience

The shell of the FA7 is made with German high-transparency resin, specifically medically designed for ears and with EU IIA medical certification. The skin-friendly resin is both comfortable and antimicrobial while also being extremely durable and resistant to discoloration, ensuring the FA7 continues to exhibit its striking transparent appearance for years to come.

Design unrestricted by the limitations of traditional means

Unlike traditional manufacturing processes with its inherent constraints, 3D printing allows us to fully realize our goals of creating an IEM that is both pleasant to wear and maximizes sound quality through an acoustic-optimized shell design.

Stunning sound from 4 Knowles balanced armatures

In each FA7 ear unit are 4 Knowles BA drivers. Bass is handled with aplomb by the CI-22955, which provides robust yet quick and low-distortion bass due to having a diaphragm much bigger than typical BA driver. Mids are provided by the classic and proven ED-29689, with its full, sweet, and thoroughly unfatiguing sound. Treble is produced by the dual-BA SWFK-31736 driver, specifically customized for the FA7 to bring extremely extended and detailed highs, for a supremely natural and clear sound.

Masterfully-tuned four-way crossover

Along with the optimized shell design made possible with 3D printing, in the FA7 is a painstakingly-tuned four-way crossover that allows the four drivers to work perfectly in harmony for an absolutely explosive sound. With the FA7, you get dynamic bass, crystal-clear vocals, and highly-detailed yet not harsh treble in a tuning that will both satisfy traditional audiophiles and more casual listeners. And with a massively wide, yet impressively deep soundstage uncommon for an in-ear monitor, you will simply want to listen for hours and hours.

BA driver IEMs vs hybrid IEMs

BA driver IEMs like the FA7 and hybrid IEMs like the FH5 offer different types of sound, not that one type is better than the other. The FH5 is the warm, inviting gentleman that moves about with grace, while the FA7 is the wilder younger brother. With its highly resolving nature and excellent transient response unique to BA drivers, the FA7 provides an alternative exciting experience that complements the one found in the FH5.

What’s in the box:

• FiiO FA7 Quad Driver Balanced Armature In-Ear Monitors
• Cable
• 13 x Sets of Eartips
• Headphone Case
• Soft Carry Bag
• Cable Wrap
• Cleaning Brush