Packaging and Accessories

Having reviewed multiple different FiiO products already, I knew to expect a more premium unboxing experience than others. I was still left pleasantly surprised at how much FiiO includes here with the FT3—especially once you find out what this costs. The product box is large and uses thick cardboard which gets the same black base with iridescent coating on top that makes for the company logo—still the older one on this box—as well as the product name shine in different colors depending on the viewing angle. The customary Hi-Res Audio logo is also seen here as is a render of the headphones from the side. Contact information for FiiO is provided on the back and a look from the side reveals not a lot more except that this is a 2-piece product box with the lid lifting off to reveal the contents inside. We immediately see a black drawstring bag which is placed over a multi-language product manual going over the setup and maintenance of the headphones. On the side and protected by foam is a set of replacement ear pads.


These spare pads are round in shape without any significant contouring and use protein leather on the outside with memory foam filling. Note also the fenestration on the outside and suede lining in the inside to make these effectively hybrid pads that should certainly have a strong impact on the overall sound signature of the headphones. There is a foam space where the plastic inserts clip into the ear cups no doubt, and this will help maintain a good seal without allowing sound to leak either way.


Now we get to the soft fabric drawstring bag which contains a hard carry case! This reminds me of the cases provided with the more expensive Sivga and Focal headphones, is a tan brown in color, uses a faux leather finish, and has an inset FiiO logo on the front. The carry strap goes from front to back in a fashionable choice and the zipper is self-sealing too! The zipper tags feel substantial and durable enough, and opening the case reveals a set of molded compartments to safely protect and store the headphones in addition to other accessories. The cable is placed in its own little area and held in place by elastic hook-and-loop straps, and there are some more cable accessories included here in the form of a 3.5 mm to 6.35 mm (1/4") TRS single-ended adapter, a 4.4 mm TRRS to 4-pin XLR balanced adapter, and a 4.4 mm TRRS cable connector itself. Note that the first batch of FiiO FT3 orders will also come with a free FiiO-branded headphones stand as pictured above.