Fiio FH9 VS Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Fiio FH9 and Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate use 1DD+6BA and 1DD+4BA+2EST driver setups respectively. Fiio FH9 costs $600 while Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate costs $649. Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate is $49 more expensive. Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate holds a decisive 1.2-point edge in reviewer scores (6.1 vs 7.3). Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate has significantly better bass with a 3-point edge, Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate has significantly better mids with a 3-point edge and Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Fiio FH9 | Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 5 | 8 |
| Mids | 5 | 8 |
| Treble | 6 | 8 |
| Details | 5 | 7.3 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 7.3 |
| Imaging | 5 | 7.3 |
| Dynamics | 5.5 | 7.3 |
| Tonality | 5.8 | 7 |
| Technicalities | 6 | 8 |
Fiio FH9 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Fiio FH9 Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+6BA
Tuning Type: Mild V-shape
Brand: FiiO Top FiiO IEMs
Price (Msrp): $600
Support our free service! Buying through our affiliate links costs you nothing extra:
Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA+2EST
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: TangZu Top TangZu IEMs
Price (Msrp): $649
Support our free service! Buying through our affiliate links costs you nothing extra:
Fiio FH9 User Review Score
Average User Scores
Average User Score: n/a
Based on 0 user reviews
No user reviews yet. Be the first one who writes a review!
Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate User Review Score
Average User Scores
Average User Score: n/a
Based on 0 user reviews
No user reviews yet. Be the first one who writes a review!
Fiio FH9 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
5.4Gaming Grade
C+Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
7.2Gaming Grade
A-Fiio FH9 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B-- Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.
Average Technical Grade
B- Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A-- Pleasing tonal balance with good technical control. Minor quirks present but not distracting. Demonstrates decent genre versatility.
Average Technical Grade
A+- Very competent with articulate presentation. Well-defined layers and precise imaging. Soundstage is immersive and handles dynamics well.
Fiio FH9 Reviews
Jaytiss
2025-09-11
7.3
Reviewer Score
A different try on Reference. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
6
Reviewer Score
check links for more info: Crin Youtube Channel
5
Reviewer Score
Pretty alright overall. Warm and reasonably well-balanced in the upper-midrange and lower-treble unlike some of Fiio's other IEMs. Precogvision Youtube Channel
Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate Reviews
8.5
Reviewer Score
Clean, neutral, balanced, technical, laid back, very detailed. Neutral tuning done right while being a little dynamic/engaging. Tip wise Azla spinfits for more detail, tangzu sancai regular for smoother. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
7
Reviewer Score
Great relaxed tuning. Satisfying subbass and treble Female vocal lack a bit of life Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
6.5
Reviewer Score
Solid mid-bass, natural vocals, and detailed treble. Treble is a bit elevated, and upper mids feel a bit relaxed.Gizaudio Axel original ranking
Gizaudio Axel Youtube Channel
Fiio FH9 User Reviews
"This is an example review"
Pros
- Example pro 1
- Example pro 2
Cons
- Example con 1
- Example con 2
Share your experience and build your personal ranking list.
You need to be signed in to write your own reviewTangzu Xuan Wu Gate User Reviews
"This is an example review"
Pros
- Example pro 1
- Example pro 2
Cons
- Example con 1
- Example con 2
Share your experience and build your personal ranking list.
You need to be signed in to write your own reviewBuy Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate on Hifigo
Ad
Price: $649
Buy Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate on Hifigo