Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
The Fosi Audio i5 Planar Magnetic headphone offers some interesting choices from both a design and sound quality perspective. With large ear pads and a warm sound, does the i5 stand above others in this highly competitive price bracket?
Purchase Links (no affiliate links):
Fosi i5 Kickstarter - kickstarter.com/projects/fosiaudio/fosi-audio-i5-planar-magnetic-headphones?ref=2s9vzr
*Basic: kickstarter.com/projects/fosiaudio/fosi-audio-i5-planar-magnetic-headphones?secret_reward_token=17f31761
*Kit: kickstarter.com/projects/fosiaudio/fosi-audio-i5-planar-magnetic-headphones?secret_reward_token=733ef002
Here's a code to save 15% off the Fosi SP601 Speakers! SP601O15 (Expires on June 8)
And here are the non-affiliate links to purchase!
Official site: bit.ly/sp601mkt
Amazon US: amzn.to/3SpypsK
Amazon UK: amzn.to/4dzG7dm
eBay: ebay.us/gJ9yUP
Aliexpress: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oDkqEhs
Walmart: walmart.com/ip/15325119944
Newegg: newegg.com/p/12K-08XE-000G0?item=9SIARY9KFT4229
Fosi K7 review - youtube.com/watch?v=19GyjBbcgn8
Other models mentioned (Generic Amazon Affiliate):
Meze 105 AER - geni.us/O91a1S
Audeze MM-100 - geni.us/xil6Ghd
Focal Hadenys - geni.us/uUgGB3
Sennheiser HD 660 S2 - geni.us/x6R2yd
Hifiman Edition XS - geni.us/pn3T
Hifiman Ananda Nano - geni.us/UQynhc4
Hifiman Arya Stealth - geni.us/lHwzGG
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro and Disclaimer
02:05 - What's Included
03:41 - Impedance and Sensitivity
04:16 - Clamp Force and Pad Dimensions
05:37 - Velcro Pads and Modals
07:23 - Chassis and Comfort
09:52 - Objective Audio
12:26 - The CS97M
13:21 - Subjective Audio
18:13 - Comparing to Others
25:43 - Final Thoughts
DISCLAIMERS:
The links above charge you the same price as finding it on Amazon. However, purchasing through the links above would support this channel for future product reviews. We appreciate any support, but please feel free to purchase though any means you feel comfortable with.
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
#hifi #headphones #audiophile
The Fosi Audio i5 Planar Magnetic headphone offers some interesting choices from both a design and sound quality perspective. With large ear pads and a warm sound, does the i5 stand above others in this highly competitive price bracket?
Purchase Links (no affiliate links):
Fosi i5 Kickstarter - kickstarter.com/projects/fosiaudio/fosi-audio-i5-planar-magnetic-headphones?ref=2s9vzr
*Basic: kickstarter.com/projects/fosiaudio/fosi-audio-i5-planar-magnetic-headphones?secret_reward_token=17f31761
*Kit: kickstarter.com/projects/fosiaudio/fosi-audio-i5-planar-magnetic-headphones?secret_reward_token=733ef002
Here's a code to save 15% off the Fosi SP601 Speakers! SP601O15 (Expires on June 8)
And here are the non-affiliate links to purchase!
Official site: bit.ly/sp601mkt
Amazon US: amzn.to/3SpypsK
Amazon UK: amzn.to/4dzG7dm
eBay: ebay.us/gJ9yUP
Aliexpress: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oDkqEhs
Walmart: walmart.com/ip/15325119944
Newegg: newegg.com/p/12K-08XE-000G0?item=9SIARY9KFT4229
Fosi K7 review - youtube.com/watch?v=19GyjBbcgn8
Other models mentioned (Generic Amazon Affiliate):
Meze 105 AER - geni.us/O91a1S
Audeze MM-100 - geni.us/xil6Ghd
Focal Hadenys - geni.us/uUgGB3
Sennheiser HD 660 S2 - geni.us/x6R2yd
Hifiman Edition XS - geni.us/pn3T
Hifiman Ananda Nano - geni.us/UQynhc4
Hifiman Arya Stealth - geni.us/lHwzGG
My Headphone/Headset Measurement Database: gadgetrytech.squig.link/headsets
My IEM Measurement Database: gadgetrytech.squig.link
Join us on Discord: discord.gg/cHX6wpq2tQ
Follow me on X! https://x.com/GadgetryTechJoe
Follow me on Instagram! instagram.com/gadgetrytech
Support links (no special benefits/gatekeeping, added this per viewer requests!):
Patreon Support: patreon.com/GadgetryTech
PayPal Donate: bit.ly/3IEuymW
Amazon Referral (costs you nothing but supports channel!) - amzn.to/4lEsKfA
Want us to review something? Contact us!
Joe@GadgetryTech.com
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro and Disclaimer
02:05 - What's Included
03:41 - Impedance and Sensitivity
04:16 - Clamp Force and Pad Dimensions
05:37 - Velcro Pads and Modals
07:23 - Chassis and Comfort
09:52 - Objective Audio
12:26 - The CS97M
13:21 - Subjective Audio
18:13 - Comparing to Others
25:43 - Final Thoughts
DISCLAIMERS:
The links above charge you the same price as finding it on Amazon. However, purchasing through the links above would support this channel for future product reviews. We appreciate any support, but please feel free to purchase though any means you feel comfortable with.
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
#hifi #headphones #audiophile
