Never judge a book by its cover, so the old adage goes, but when a product like the Fender FXA9 comes into your hands, it’s difficult to resist.

Fender’s reputation is tied into the legacy of rock music through its famous amps and guitars. Those with enough disposable income (these are £1100 headphones, after all) will find these a tempting proposition because of it.

But before we dive into the sound quality, it’s worth considering the kind of audio kit you’ll need to get the most out of expensive in-ears like the FXA9s. If you just plug them into the headphone jack of your smartphone, you won’t truly hear what they are capable of.
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