Fiio FH9 VS Hercules Audio Noah

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Fiio FH9 and Hercules Audio Noah use 1DD+6BA and 3dd BA driver setups respectively. Fiio FH9 costs $600 while Hercules Audio Noah costs $525. Fiio FH9 is $75 more expensive. Hercules Audio Noah holds a decisive 1.6-point edge in reviewer scores (7.3 vs 8.9). Hercules Audio Noah has significantly better mids with a 3-point edge, Hercules Audio Noah has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge and Hercules Audio Noah has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Fiio FH9
7.3 /10
Jaytiss Score
Hercules Audio Noah
8.9 /10
Score gap: 1.7
Metric Fiio FH9 Hercules Audio Noah
Mids 5 8
Treble 7 7
Soundstage 7 7.5
Dynamics 6 9
Tonality 6.3 7.9
Technicalities 7 7
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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Fiio FH9 reviewed by

2025-09-11
Jaytiss 7.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A- Tech
A different try on Reference.

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

Hercules Audio Noah reviewed by

2025-10-17
Jaytiss 8.9 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A- Tech
Clean vocals, just amazing, clean and clear. 5/5 amazing maybe best thing Ive heard.

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Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: S Soundstage: A
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Fiio FH9 Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD+6BA

Tuning Type: V-Shaped

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Brand: FiiO Top FiiO IEMs

Price (Msrp): $600

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Hercules Audio Noah Details

Driver Configuration: 3dd BA

Tuning Type: n/a

Price (Msrp): $525

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Fiio FH9 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • The tuning leans easygoing, yet occasional unevenness nudges it away from greatness. A bit of EQ polish can smooth things nicely.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • It manages detail and layering well enough, even if the stage feels only moderately sized. You get a clear sense of left and right, if not depth.
Mids C+
Expect a competent midrange that keeps vocals grounded and instruments clear. Tone is acceptable across multiple genres.
Treble A-
It provides outstanding treble finesse, balancing brightness and control gracefully. It's engaging yet remarkably controlled.
Dynamics B
You get confident dynamics that track both macro swings and rhythmic drive. There's life in every crescendo.
Soundstage A-
All dimensions bloom together, producing an expansive venue that feels carefully rendered. You can map the ensemble easily.

Hercules Audio Noah Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • Tuning feels well executed, keeping a natural flow across the spectrum. Switching genres feels seamless.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • The presentation feels orderly, balancing workable detail retrieval with acceptable imaging cues. It keeps momentum without smearing transients.
Mids A+
It offers a luxurious, resolving midrange that captures micro-detail beautifully. Every vocal inflection is captured.
Treble A-
Highs feel superbly executed, revealing micro-detail without hint of sibilance. Highs stay smooth even at volume.
Dynamics S
This is reference-grade dynamic performance with breathtaking realism. It mirrors live-music intensity perfectly.
Soundstage A
Immersion steps up dramatically as width, depth, and height integrate into a cohesive hologram. Everything sounds naturally spaced.

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