Make Any Headphones Wireless! Fiio UTWS5 Review / Hacking

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Make Any Headphones Wireless! Fiio UTWS5 Review / Hacking

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Make any headphones wireless!? Sounds a bit too good to be true doesn’t it? Well, maybe. This is a review and my experience with the Fiio UTWS5, a unique little set of wireless dac/amps that are really meant to be used with IEMs. However, they do put out a decent amount of power, and they CAN drive full-size headphones that aren’t too demanding. Are they end-game when it comes to sound quality? Of course not, but they do work, and I could see some people taking the convenience over quality in the right circumstances.
Idea was taken from Zeos, here’s his original video: • 🟥Strap-On Freedom! _(Z...
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:55 - A look at the case and devices
03:00 - Use w/ IEMs
04:45 - 3.5mm adaptation
07:00 - 2.5mm adaptation
08:00 - Sound & Comparison w/ Other Stuff
11:10 - Must Do App Volume Change
13:30 - Conclusion
Links to stuff mentioned in the video (some affiliate):
Fiio UTWS5 amazon: amzn.to/3M6rIHr
Fiio UTWS5 aliexpress: tinyurl.com/s5...
MMCX to 2pin adapters: amzn.to/3si1tph
MMCX to 3.5mm adapters: amzn.to/382cCE5
3.5mm to 2.5mm adapters: amzn.to/3KJxfly
Fiio BTR5: amzn.to/3vOC6xx
Ifi Xcan (my preferred mobile dac/amp): amzn.to/3sga0cC
Here’s my comparison of a handful of mobile dac/amps:
• Portable DAC /Amps: xC...
Look down below for links to all that gear and some other recommendations.
Of course, I always recommend you take a look at the used market, below are some sites that are great for that.
Head-Fi: www.head-fi.org/
HifiGuides: forum.hifiguid...
Reddit: / avexchange
Hifi-shark: www.hifishark....
US AudioMart: www.usaudiomar...
Some of my favorite equipment for various niches (some links are affiliate):
Supre Budget IEM: Tripowin Lea (get the nicer cable): www.linsoul.co...
Super Budget Headphone: Koss kph40: koss.com/produ...
Need these pads for the kph40 though: www.aliexpress...
Cheap Gaming Headphone: AD700X: amzn.to/3b4ACUS
Super Cheap Closed-Back Gaming: Recon 500: amzn.to/3numqem
Cheap All-Around Headphone: SHP9600: amzn.to/3b6aUiP
Entry Level DAC: Modi 3+: www.schiit.com...
Entry Level Amp: IEMagni: www.schiit.com...
Entry Balanced DAC: SMSL SU8: (look used)
Or Modius: www.schiit.com...
My Main DAC: Soekris 2541: soekris.modhou...
My Main Amp: Violectric V280 Final Edition: massdrop.7eer....
Tube Amp: Schiit Vali: www.schiit.com...
Headphone #1: Hifiman He1000v2: apos.audio/pro...
Headphone #2: Focal Elex w/ Dekoni Fenestrated Sheepskin: drop.com/buy/m...
Headphone #3: OG NIghthawks: (look used)
Closed Back: t60 Argons: www.modhouseau...
Gaming Headphone: HE560v4: adorama.rfvk.net/6bnGoG
Bluetooth Portable DAC/Amp: XCan: amzn.to/3vJG8WA
Wired Portable DAC/Amp: Mojo: amzn.to/3CbYWQs
TWS: Sony XM4: amzn.to/3Glr7Py
Cables:
Hart Audio Cables: hartaudiocable...
Worlds Best RCA Interconnects: amzn.to/3pB2Oa7
Worlds Best XLR Interconnects: amzn.to/3vEdwxO
Recording Gear:
Canon M50: amzn.to/3ba7KKJ
Sigma 16mm 1.4: amzn.to/3vF6SaB
Beyerdynamic Fox Mic: amzn.to/3hoQ01v
Canon M100 (overhead): amzn.to/31lZAxT
Canon 22mm 2.0 (overhead): amzn.to/3dowiAO
#fiio #utws5 #wirelessheadphones

Пікірлер: 41

@Sylkis89 2 жыл бұрын

I've been using fiio btr3 that way with a 15cm Jack to jack cable with Beyerdynamics custom one Pro since the last winter before the lockdown and I absolutely love that solution. The btr3 is on the headband on the built in clip and most people can't even see it for until I show it to them

@StartCodonUST Жыл бұрын

My first DAC was the iFi xCAN, and I got it to go with the Hifiman Edition XS, my first set of headphones that weren't from Apple, Bose, or Sony. It's great that I have the xCAN which can drive basically anything, and it's nice to be able to walk around with IEMs plugged in, but the UTWS5 is definitely compelling. I still find myself grabbing my old Sony WH1000-XM3s all the time because I don't want to worry about a cable getting caught on something (very dangerous while cooking), and I don't have to have another thing in my pockets.

@DasSheep Жыл бұрын

Great video! I'm actually gonna use them on my IE300. I ordered a normal MMCX to recessed MMCX adaptor that will make the UTWS5 work with the IE300 off Aliexpress.

@hansonmmm9316 Жыл бұрын

Im lucky to watch this video before purchasing this with Sennheizer. Thanks bro

@Merkava76 2 жыл бұрын

Found the new IFI Go Blue is fantastic, been using my Sennheiser HD800S and it's fantastic 💙 👌

@patrick1150gs 2 жыл бұрын

Are the He1000v2 opposite the Arya's? Because you had the fat part of the pads forward and the cable ports pointing backward. More importantly, I really appreciate your way of reviewing HiFi, in that you do a superbly direct and thoughtful analysis of the products sound and value, and last how it compares to other products you have reviewed. Great work, and thanks for sharing your HiFi journey.

@nathan518 2 жыл бұрын

I'm 99% sure he just put them on backwards

@MrAyrit 2 жыл бұрын

I didn’t notice it before, but now that you mention it, they are definitely on backwards in the thumbnail. Hey guys, it’s difficult when you’re under that spotlight!

@nathan518 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrAyrit Very understandable. That's not nearly as bad as the time I wore my Sennheisers backwards for a whole month because I got them turned around on my headphone stand and didn't notice until I tried playing a video game with them 😅

@MrAyrit 2 жыл бұрын

@@nathan518 happens to the best of us!

@brothatwasepic 2 жыл бұрын

Fiio BTR5 is a dual dac LDAC 990Kbps with s single and balanced dream come true for Bluetooth or plug in a wire if you want at get 384Hz!

@brothatwasepic 2 жыл бұрын

P.s. cool video!

@randymgee 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! How much sound quality is lost with the Focal Elex when using the Fiio? Is it still better than the Hifiman Deva Pro via Bluetooth adapter?

@MrAyrit 2 жыл бұрын

Hmmm, Never considered that comparison. I’ll see if I can do that in the near future. How do these compare to Hifiman’s Bluetooth dongle? Interesting question.

@brighthome7385 9 ай бұрын

Hi does utws5 works with akg n5005?any issues with the mmcx connection?Thanks in advanced.

@brentkjernisted2215 Жыл бұрын

Are the MMCX connections stable or strong enough so the UTWS5's don't fall off the headphones? How can you ensure the MMCX connection does not come apart? If you want to use APTX Adaptive, your transmitting device, as far as I know, needs to output APTX Adaptive. To watch movies without lip sync delay, APTX Adaptive can come in useful in some instances.

@KENNETHDRUMMER Жыл бұрын

WOW!!!! I just paired these with the Zenns Mangird Tea 2!!! WHAT A FRIGGIN’ MAGICAL PAIRING!!!!

@utadakami-sama8121 2 жыл бұрын

I'm waiting for Fiio to make a version strong enough to power Hifiman Susvara.

@MrAyrit 2 жыл бұрын

That will be the day!

@joshchacko7729 Жыл бұрын

What codec were you using with UTWS5? I ask because convenience isn't worth the sacrifice of 'adequate'. Personally I plan on using aptx adaptive, which one would think is dang near close to wired, with the Hifiman HE-R9 which is relatively easier to drive. Thanks.

@MrAyrit Жыл бұрын

I’m iOS, so just AAC for me. I assume you should be able to expect better results with higher end codecs.

@joshchacko7729 Жыл бұрын

@@MrAyrit Thank you very much! Really appreciate the quick reply! Subscribing!

@jakeberthiaume2161 2 жыл бұрын

Have you tried this with the sundara

@MrAyrit 2 жыл бұрын

Not specifically. It will work, but I don't think it will pair super well.

@user-dc3pd7us6e Жыл бұрын

will the A12T fit in the case?

@MrAyrit Жыл бұрын

Sorry, I don’t have it anymore. Unless they’re absolutely huge, i bet they’d fit.

@nitinthakur4407 Жыл бұрын

Fiio UTWS 5 vs sony wf 1000 M4 which one is better sound quality

@MrAyrit Жыл бұрын

That’s a hard comparison to make. The utws5 has a lot of possibilities. Im guessing you could get better sound quality with the right iems, but it’s hard to beat the convenience of the xm4, and the sound quality is good for what it is.

@clacoure Жыл бұрын

@@MrAyrit the correct comparasion is UTWS5/FH9 versus sony wf 1000 M4 😁😁😁, i think then fio setup is better and you? Tks from Brazil

@greaterbayareahero1401 2 жыл бұрын

I got this but if you are planning to use an IEM over us)2000 with over 4 drivers don’t expect it to have power to drive these to sound good. Don’t have too high expectations. Personally OTE headphones is too much for it to handle.

@MrAyrit 2 жыл бұрын

There’s definitely some truth to that. It may be worth a shot though. Just to see if it will work in someone’s specific situation. Ultimately, I went back to using my XCAN for a portable solution.

@greaterbayareahero1401 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrAyrit It's definitely worth buying for me since I wanted the convenience and willing to sacrifice a bit of SQ. I am happy with them though. At that price cannot expect too much. On the IEM I used it is very good and I am happy.

@bryanjay970 2 жыл бұрын

You need to turn on the location to connect

@MrAyrit 2 жыл бұрын

The app wants location data?

@bryanjay970 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it works for me on utws3

@pepper5105 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrAyrit the bluetooth/wifi module in your phone has the MAC address of your phone. by turning it on other devices with bluetooth can detect your phone's MAC address then they can locate where you are because your are in close proximity with their device. Hence bluetooth needs location permission.

@MrAyrit 2 жыл бұрын

@@pepper5105 interesting, thanks for sharing. I wish I knew more about some of that stuff.