Description
The FiiO FT5 is an open-back planar magnetic headphone built for listeners who prioritize musical engagement and all-day comfort over raw technical detail. Its 90mm planar driver uses a 6μm thin-film diaphragm with a micron-plated aluminum-silver alloy coil processed via 28nm chip-scale technology, distributing vibration evenly across the diaphragm surface to reduce distortion from material rigidity. Twenty N52 neodymium magnets (11 inner, 9 outer) create a balanced magnetic field that keeps the driver moving consistently for higher-fidelity reproduction.
The full magnesium-aluminum alloy chassis — earcups, grills, headband, and yokes — is vibration-resistant and free of plastic. Turbine-inspired sound tubes on the grille control and accelerate airflow for improved soundstaging and treble resolution. At 36Ω and 96dB/mW sensitivity, the FT5 delivers strong output from portable sources without a desktop amplifier.
Headphonesty reviewers praise the FT5's outstanding build quality, exceptional comfort, and a warm, smooth, sibilance-free sound that suits extended listening. Headfonia notes the premium all-metal construction and accessory kit as standout value at this price point.
Demo unit; may show light signs of handling. Contact us for photos and details.
Specifications
| Driver | 90mm Planar Magnetic |
| Frequency Response | 7Hz – 40kHz |
| Impedance | 36Ω |
| Sensitivity | 96dB/mW@1kHz |
| Diaphragm | 6μm PAR thin-film |
| Coil | Micron-plated aluminum-silver alloy, 28nm chip-scale processed |
| Magnet System | 20× N52 neodymium (11 inner + 9 outer), 1.5T density |
| Max Power Handling | 2W |
| Chassis | Magnesium-aluminum alloy |
| Cable | 1.5m, 392-wire silver-plated monocrystalline copper (23AWG) |
| Connectors | Interchangeable 3.5mm, 4.4mm, 6.35mm + XLR-4 balanced adapter |
| Weight | 456g |
| Earpads | Two pairs included: suede and protein leather |
| Design | Open-back, over-ear, 3-axis swiveling earcups |
| Colorway | Black |