[nort ycagel]

DD bass moves more air, so you get more bass impact and weight (also IMO more decay and timbre). BA bass tends to be faster, quicker and cleaner with less weight. You can see two bass measurements on a graph, and although the BA may show more, a DD can show lower bass but deliver (perceptually) more (or the same).

As to whether the FH7 is worth it over the FA7 ..... it depends .....

I don't EQ the FH7, and I only pretty much reduce the bass and lower mids on the FA7. After EQ the FA7 is still a warmish and quite lush IEM - still has a lot of bass impact - but has much better clarity.

If I listen to the same track with no EQ on the FH7, there is more separation between bass and mids, and less weight in the vocals in the lower mids. Its a drier presentation with pretty good bass impact, but perhaps a little more colouration in the upper mids.

If you know full sized headphones - the FA7 with EQ is an HD650, the FH7 without is a Beyer DT880. Both are fantastic - it just depends what you're looking for. If you like the FA7 with EQ - I'd stick with it.

EDIT - for me personally, I prefer the FA7 with EQ, OR I'd lightly EQ the FH7 (deal with the dip in the lower mid-range). I'm pretty picky though. You should also check out the Fearless S8 Freedom.

alright, many thanks.

also your EQ works great for the FA7. If you manage to further polish the values let us know

 

[davidcotton]

@Brooko did you ever hear the old westone w3? Because a lot of what you describe the fa7 could match the reviews of that one! Mid bass hump, etc. Funny thing is I used to quite like that one so half wonder if I'd like the fa7. Or at least I would if iems fit me better

 

[Brooko]

Only Westone I tried (a long time ago) was the UM3X, and I found it a bit too lush and dark as well. I seem to remember one other one from the very early days and disliked that (too lush). I've seen a lot of people like these OOTb - so if you prefer warmer, more lush (think LCD-2), it might be just what you're looking for.

 

[jaxz]

Yeah sure - mines pretty simple (and I'm assuming you're using something portable with a 10 band standard EQ)

31.5 Hz -6dB
62 Hz - 7db
125 Hz - 7dB
250 Hz - 6dB
500 Hz -4dB

I don't touch anything else.

Thank you Sir. Yep, 10 band standard EQ (Shanling M3s)

 

[littlenezt]

hi there, i just posted my review of the FiiO FA7 on the Review page, i hope it can be useful for someone, sorry for my weird english though its not my main language

 

[FiiO]

hi there, i just posted my review of the FiiO FA7 on the Review page, i hope it can be useful for someone, sorry for my weird english though its not my main language

Dear friend,

Thanks for sharing your experience.

Best regards

 

[twiceboss]

Currently have KanasPro, i want to upgrade it with a better details, sound separations, soundstage without sacrificing bass. Do any of these FA7 or FH7 will do the justice? Or should I pick Fearless S8? if so, which one of S8, Freedom or Pro?

 

[BobJS]

Currently have KanasPro, i want to upgrade it with a better details, sound separations, soundstage without sacrificing bass. Do any of these FA7 or FH7 will do the justice? Or should I pick Fearless S8? if so, which one of S8, Freedom or Pro?

I don't know about Fearless, but I would definitely choose FH7 over FA7 for clarity AND bass.

 

[twiceboss]

I don't know about Fearless, but I would definitely choose FH7 over FA7 for clarity AND bass.

I just ordered DM7 yesterday!

 

[nort ycagel]

Currently have KanasPro, i want to upgrade it with a better details, sound separations, soundstage without sacrificing bass. Do any of these FA7 or FH7 will do the justice? Or should I pick Fearless S8? if so, which one of S8, Freedom or Pro?

I haven't tried FH7 yet but if you are willing to EQ the FA7 is the most detailed IEM i've tried in this price range.

It's worth a lot more, if EQing is not an issue for you.

 

[tk3]

The FA7 has excellent instrument separation that can hang with the best of them, judging from your requirements you would've probably liked it.

 

[antberg]

Guys i had a chance to try the FA7 in what may be the only earphone store located where i live, Perth, and although i know its very peculiar in taste (warm, roll'd treble) it really suits my taste, love that bass and the good instruments separation, so im ready to pull the trigger. I also may thank all of you for your help sharing your insights.

One thing i may ask is regarding the cable which i find huge and bulky especially if you wear glasses. What would be an affordable replacement for it?

Thanks a lot
Antonio

 

[06S2k07Si]

Guys i had a chance to try the FA7 in what may be the only earphone store located where i live, Perth, and although i know its very peculiar in taste (warm, roll'd treble) it really suits my taste, love that bass and the good instruments separation, so im ready to pull the trigger. I also may thank all of you for your help sharing your insights.

One thing i may ask is regarding the cable which i find huge and bulky especially if you wear glasses. What would be an affordable replacement for it?

Thanks a lot
Antonio

Hello,

Here is a couple of options that I have personally tried and have that are very cost effective...

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/HiF...alanced-Cable-With-MMCX-2pin/32997147448.html

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/HiF...4mm-Balanced-Cable-With-MMCX/32918224525.html

If you don't have access to Ali Express, Amazon has them too at a bit more money..

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GNGT483/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PWKT7X...&pd_rd_r=b127f4d9-8f67-11e9-8ae7-7d64170c01a3

I've found these to be very well made cables for the money. They are considerably more pliable and lighter than the Original cables.

Here is an all silver cable that looks nice. I have not yet purchased it but I'm contemplating it..

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/LN0...252743.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.5d793c007jLCFN

I hope that this is helpful.

Brian

 

[antberg]

Hello,

Here is a couple of options that I have personally tried and have that are very cost effective...

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/HiF...alanced-Cable-With-MMCX-2pin/32997147448.html

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/HiF...4mm-Balanced-Cable-With-MMCX/32918224525.html

If you don't have access to Ali Express, Amazon has them too at a bit more money..

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GNGT483/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PWKT7X...&pd_rd_r=b127f4d9-8f67-11e9-8ae7-7d64170c01a3

I've found these to be very well made cables for the money. They are considerably more pliable and lighter than the Original cables.

Here is an all silver cable that looks nice. I have not yet purchased it but I'm contemplating it..

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/LN0...252743.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.5d793c007jLCFN

I hope that this is helpful.

Brian

Dear Brian, thats a great help coming from you, i really appreciate your kind recommendations.
Just finished working my long shift now after yelling all evening, im glad the GF is asleep and i can listen to some music before sleep time, but not yet with the Fa7, next week... Next week....

Im curious, what tracks/songs do you guys enjoy the most with the fa7, which one makes your fa7 feeling like a monster?

 

[vonBurg]

Dear Brian, thats a great help coming from you, i really appreciate your kind recommendations.
Just finished working my long shift now after yelling all evening, im glad the GF is asleep and i can listen to some music before sleep time, but not yet with the Fa7, next week... Next week....

Im curious, what tracks/songs do you guys enjoy the most with the fa7, which one makes your fa7 feeling like a monster?

just an example... The Chainsmokers - Hope