These are Fiios 2nd TWS in ear product and one I feel needs some attention. The tech is similar to the FW5 in that they have same QCC5141, bluetooth 5.2 /AK4332Dac chips per side. But this time the did away with the BAs and is using a single 10mm dynamic which brings down the cost of these to $100 RP. Will have more to post about them once I get a good listen. Keep tabs on the thread.

So I am listening to these out of the box.

My goodness these things sound fantastic. That wide stage is intact from the FW5 design. The FT3 sounds well-balanced, wide-open sounding with a deep stage. Sounds semi open, sound balancing is very similar to the FW5 but another product from Fiio. Thier open cans the FT3.

They sound rich, natural, organic, bass is on point, trebles are smooth yet detailed. Wow. Call me smitten out of the box. Very very impressed!

I got a bit of an update on the FW3. From how I understand it the FW3 footprint is based on what was established from their FW5. It uses pretty much the same hardware/ housing and probably firmware as well. Not certain but could be using the dynamic driver from the FW5. A lot of folks were concerned about LDAC compatability and so Fiio has reached out to me and has told me that they are working on bringing a new firmware to adress that. In other words, there is a very good chance we will see LDAC compatabilty for both the FW5 and the FW3 here in the near future. As of now it is just Aptx adaptive and LHDC for higher end codecs.

Hello! Thank you for the provided information. Unfortunately, I couldn't find the product page on the manufacturer's website. I would like to ask you to write a review about the headphones. I was planning to buy the fw5, but I really dislike the color of the metallic frame (black with a purple tint). If there isn't a significant difference, I would prefer the 3rd version as I find the dark gray color more appealing.
Also, I would like to request a review of these headphones from you. Since you are among the first owners, please share your thoughts online. Thank you!

All in due time my friend. I got confirmation that Fiio will be releasing the FW3 toward the end of this month or in a few weeks. Keep tabs on the thread. I am working on a full write up for them.

How much technical performance is loss when the two BAs from FW5 are removed?

Dsnuts said:

All in due time my friend. I got confirmation that Fiio will be releasing the FW3 toward the end of this month or in a few weeks. Keep tabs on the thread. I am working on a full write up for them.

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Thank you for your response! I'm eagerly anticipating it. Hopefully, we'll get to see your review before it's released for sale.While we're all awaiting your review, could you please let me know what the package includes for the FW3? Is it as feature-rich as the one in the higher-end model?

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How much technical performance is loss when the two BAs from FW5 are removed?

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Can't be quantified but there is.
If you can ditch $50 more they are well spent.
If not, then the FW3 is still very good for what you have paid.

Any of you guys reading about these remotely interested in the getting the FW3. It will be sold for $69 starting tomorrow from $100 price point. That is an awesome deal
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256...s_undefined.17&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAdapt

HiFi True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds FW3 Is Officially Released!​

1. Best interprets TrueWireless and true HiFi
The FW3 is a HiFi TWS product rarely seen in the same price range. It combines an independent DAC, professionally-tuned acoustic components, and a high-end Bluetooth chip in one, allowing TWS users to feel high-quality HiFi music from data conversion, transmission, and sound performance.



2. Enjoy master-level sound quality
Create excellent HiFi genes from the source. The new FW3 features an efficient AKM VELVET SOUND DAC chip— the AK4332. This high-performance chip features a signal-to-noise ratio as high as 106dB, distortion rate as low as -96dB, and a dynamic range of up to 102dB.
* The above data are based on tests of the FW3’s internal circuit.



3. Snapdragon Sound certified
Thanks to the high-end dual-DSP, dual-core CPU QCC5141 Bluetooth chip, the FW3 features exceptionally stable Bluetooth audio and general operation.
*FW3 is Snapdragon Sound certified, ensuring good sound quality.



4. GAME READY, THEATER JOY！
The FW3 supports low-latency gaming mode, which is available by enabling the FiiO Music App. The gaming mode significantly lowers the transmission latency to less than 100ms, quickly responds to every action in the game, and instantly locks on the location of the target. In addition, thanks to the Bluetooth transmission with ultra-low latency, the FW3 helps to catch almost every detail when watching fast-paced films, allowing you to be totally immersed in the film.



5. Promo for early adopters
(1) Time: June 12, 00:00:00 - June 19, 23:59:59 (PDT)
(2) Place: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005347320176.html
(3) Offer price: 69.99 USD (usual price 99.99 USD)

Thank you so much for your attention. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach us out!

Best regards,
Guangzhou FiiO Electronics Technology Co., Ltd.

Dsnuts said:

So I am listening to these out of the box.

My goodness these things sound fantastic.

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"Fantastic" is just a word. Would you, please, measure it?

I don't have any measuring tools. I will see if I can get a graph from Fiio. It sounds like a mild v signature, harmon tuned to my ears. Nicely balanced but one with some outstanding dynamics. Punchy deep hitting bass. Clean detailed treble notes. Emotive full bodied mids. Sounds glorious on the go.

Dsnuts said:

I don't have any measuring tools. I will see if I can get a graph from Fiio. It sounds like a mild v signature, harmon tuned to my ears. Nicely balanced but one with some outstanding dynamics. Punchy deep hitting bass. Clean detailed treble notes. Emotive full bodied mids. Sounds glorious on the go.

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How is the sound signature compared to the new FD11?
My first FIIO is that one, and I must say I loved its bold an fun sound.

The drivers might have some similarities in that both are using a carbon based 10mm dynamic. The FW3 takes that sound signature up a notch or two and is even more bold and with a full on meaty sound signature. I got asked if the sound is more neutral analytical or leaning more musical. The sound of the FW3 is definitely more musical. Which is better for outdoor use anyhow. Who wants to analyze sound when your outdoors enjoying the weather or going for nice walk. If you enjoyed the sound of the FD11. The FW3 is like an amplified version of it. More substantial sounding.