Fiio FD5 VS MYER SL224

Fiio FD5 and MYER SL224 use 1DD and 2DD+2BA+4Micro-Planar driver setups respectively. Fiio FD5 costs $300 while MYER SL224 costs $270. Fiio FD5 is $30 more expensive. MYER SL224 holds a decisive 3.6-point edge in reviewer scores (5 vs 8.6). MYER SL224 has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, MYER SL224 has significantly better treble with a 3-point edge, MYER SL224 has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge and MYER SL224 has significantly better soundstage with a 3.5-point edge.

Jaytiss Score

Fiio FD5

5 /10

Jaytiss Score

MYER SL224

8.6 /10

Score gap: 3.6

Metric	Fiio FD5	MYER SL224
Mids	5	7
Treble	4	7
Soundstage	5	8.5
Dynamics	5	8
Tonality	5	7.6
Technicalities	4	7

Take these comparisons with a grain of salt—we don't have enough Fiio FD5 and MYER SL224 reviews saved yet to provide an unbiased result.

Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Fiio FD5 reviewed by

2025-09-30

5 Reviewer Score

C+ Tuning

C- Tech

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Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: C+

MYER SL224 reviewed by

2025-09-24

8.6 Reviewer Score

A Tuning

A- Tech

Nice set, very clean and correctly energetic.

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Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S-

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Driver Configuration: 1DD

Tuning Type: V-Shaped

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Driver Configuration: 2DD+2BA+4Micro-Planar

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Fiio FD5 Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

C+

Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.

Average Technical Grade

C-

Details smear quickly, leaving the presentation cramped and low on definition. You'll notice smearing on even moderately layered songs.

Mids C+

Expect a competent midrange that keeps vocals grounded and instruments clear. Tone is acceptable across multiple genres.

Treble C-

The top end sounds acceptable but lacks the smoothness of higher tiers. Air is hinted at more than delivered.

Dynamics C+

Dynamics feel competent, bringing energy without the finest detail. It carries energy without sounding aggressive.

Soundstage C+

You start to perceive distinct rows of players even if the ceiling still feels low. Layering is present but still modest.

MYER SL224 Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

Overall balance feels confident and refined, rewarding long listening sessions. A reliable all-rounder for everyday listening.

Average Technical Grade

A-

A competent technical showing keeps separation intact while delivering modest staging. It feels tidy even when recordings stack layers.

Mids A-

Midrange performance is excellent, with natural timbre and great detail. Vocals feel lifelike and full-bodied.

Treble A-

Expect effortless extension and clarity that keep the top end sparkling yet smooth. Layering in upper registers is impressive.

Dynamics A+

It captures both explosive hits and delicate shifts with lifelike realism. Micro-dynamics shimmer through the mix.

Soundstage S-

Immersive holography surrounds the listener, making the venue feel tangible and enveloping. It delivers a grand, cinematic presentation.

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