The FiiO FT5 is FiiO’s first planar magnetic headphones. Does it indicate a promising debut?

Overall, FiiO has produced an improved and an impressive over-ear headphones with the FT5, especially compared to their first model, the FT3. These new pairs not only pack a premium build but are also versatile. While they do somewhat compromise on the soundstage, the audio output is still rich and faithful. The weight of the FT5 is also a downer, especially considering its versatility for use with portable audio sources. But this downside is practically expected with planar magnetic headphones and the FT5 provides a well rounded package as one.