Fiio FH3 VS Padsmith IEM
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Fiio FH3 and Padsmith IEM use 1DD+2BA and 1DD+1Planar driver setups respectively. Fiio FH3 costs $130 while Padsmith IEM costs $120. Fiio FH3 is $10 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a decisive 1.4-point edge in reviewer scores (5.2 vs 6.6). Padsmith IEM has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Fiio FH3 has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and Padsmith IEM has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Fiio FH3 | Padsmith IEM |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 5.3 | 6.6 |
| Mids | 4 | 5 |
| Treble | 3.8 | 4 |
| Details | 4.5 | 6.6 |
| Soundstage | 5 | 7 |
| Imaging | 4.8 | 6.6 |
| Dynamics | 7 | 6 |
| Tonality | 4.3 | 5.3 |
| Technicalities | 4.3 | 4 |
Fiio FH3 Aggregated Review Score
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Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score
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Fiio FH3 Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA
Tuning Type: Bassy Neutral
Brand: FiiO Top FiiO IEMs
Price (Msrp): $130
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Padsmith IEM Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+1Planar
Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $120
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Fiio FH3 User Review Score
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Fiio FH3 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
4.3Gaming Grade
C-Padsmith IEM Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
3.9Gaming Grade
D+Fiio FH3 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
C-- Significantly flawed tuning. Noticeable frequency imbalances and unnatural timbre distract from music. Lacks versatility across recordings.
Average Technical Grade
C-- Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Padsmith IEM Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
C+- Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.
Average Technical Grade
C-- Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Fiio FH3 Reviews
Reviewed by: Super* Review
8.5*
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Reviewed by: Jaytiss
6
Reviewer Score
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Reviewed by: Shuwa-T
5.1
Reviewer Score
Reviewed by: Crin
5
Reviewer Score
Reviewed by: Nymz
3.5
Reviewer Score
Reviewed by: Precogvision
3
Reviewer Score
Padsmith IEM Reviews
Reviewed by: Z-Reviews
6.8
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Reviewed by: Jaytiss
6.3
Reviewer Score
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5*
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