Fiio FD 15 VS Hidizs MS3

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Fiio FD 15 and Hidizs MS3 are in-ear monitors. Fiio FD 15 costs $150 while Hidizs MS3 costs $169. Hidizs MS3 is $19 more expensive. Fiio FD 15 holds a decisive 1.2-point edge in reviewer scores (7.3 vs 6.1). Fiio FD 15 has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, Fiio FD 15 has significantly better treble with a 4-point edge, Fiio FD 15 has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge and Fiio FD 15 has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.

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Metric Fiio FD 15 Hidizs MS3
Mids 7 5
Treble 6 2
Soundstage 7 5
Dynamics 5 2
Tonality 6.3 5.2
Technicalities 6 4.3
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Fiio FD 15 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

7.3

Generally Favorable

Hidizs MS3 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Yifang
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

6.1

Mixed to Positive

Reviews Comparison

Fiio FD 15 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
Balanced and even. Solid set that is mid focused.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-

Hidizs MS3 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 3.8 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
E+ Tech
Seems bright.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: E+ Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: C+

Hidizs MS3 (more reviews)

Hidizs MS3 reviewed by Yifang

Yifang 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
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Yifang original ranking

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Hidizs MS3 reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 8 * score rescaled + normalized
26 community members have rated the HIDIZS MS3 at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

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Fiio FD 15 User Review Score

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Fiio FD 15 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

6.1

Gaming Grade

B

Hidizs MS3 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

4.5

Gaming Grade

C

Fiio FD 15 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Mids A-
Midrange performance is excellent, with natural timbre and great detail. Vocals feel lifelike and full-bodied.
Treble B
Treble is articulate and clean, adding excitement without harshness. It adds sparkle without harshness.
Dynamics C+
Dynamic performance is decent, delivering respectable macro swings with limited nuance. There's a fair amount of macrodynamic swing.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation that is wide, deep, and tall with precise instrument placement. Width, depth, and height all feel expanded.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

Hidizs MS3 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Details smear quickly, leaving the presentation cramped and low on definition. You'll notice smearing on even moderately layered songs.
Mids C+
Expect a competent midrange that keeps vocals grounded and instruments clear. Tone is acceptable across multiple genres.
Treble E+
Expect a dark-tilted treble that keeps excitement in check. Sibilants are dull, but so is everything else.
Dynamics E+
Dynamic range feels limited, smearing micro-contrast and transient attack. Soft details are smoothed into the background.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width and a modest step forward in depth perception. There's a mild sense of width to enjoy.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

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