The FiiO FG3 is a gaming headset aimed at audiophiles, but after several weeks, I'm not totally convinced

The FiiO FG3 is a gaming headset designed for audiophiles, but after several weeks of use, the reviewer is not entirely convinced it succeeds in its mission. As an audio journalist, the reviewer has covered FiiO extensively in the past, a brand known for popular digital audio players and audio converters. However, the FG3 marks a departure from the brand's typical offerings.

The FG3 features a coaxial dual-driver setup, a lightweight DAC control module for selecting audio presets, and is priced at $69.99 / £69.99, undercutting many other gaming headsets in the market. The reviewer praises the dual-driver setup and EQ modes, which work well with music. However, the reviewer finds the headset's performance falls short when it comes to gaming, with audio often sounding muddy and rumbly. The low-end response is a particular issue, with higher-pitched sounds cutting through more effectively.

The reviewer also notes the headphones are not as comfortable for extended gaming sessions, with the headband being too firm and the cups squeezing the head. While the cups are soft and comfortable, the padded headband could be more cushioned. Despite these shortcomings, the headphones are portable and come with an online-only control app, a breath of fresh air in the current landscape of bloatware-laden software.

The FG3 is also affordable, and with potential discounts, it could be an excellent value for money. The headset comes with a removable microphone, control cable, and a USB adaptor, but it lacks Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). The passive noise cancellation provided by the closed-back design can still block out some background noise, but it is not sufficient to handle louder interruptions.