Beyerdynamic TYGR 300 R vs FiiO JT7

Short answer: the FiiO JT7. Both are rated 4.2/5 for sound quality (#32 and #35 of 216 over-ear headphones), and the FiiO JT7 costs $119.99 against $159.99 for the Beyerdynamic TYGR 300 R, with sound quality a draw, the lower price decides it.

The case for the Beyerdynamic TYGR 300 R: A preference score of 86 in crinacle’s measurement shows it tracks the Harman target closely, with a smoothness of 1.9 dB. The tradeoff: Only the overall score is available, so there is no band by band breakdown of where it deviates from target.

Why pick the FiiO JT7: The median of five hobbyist measurements on squig.link gives the JT7 a preference score of 87 with a nearly flat tilt, so it sounds balanced rather than warm or bright. Watch for: Sensitivity of 92 dB/mW is low, so a phone or laptop jack may run out of volume and a small headphone amp is a sensible addition.

Buy the FiiO JT7. Both are rated the same for sound quality, and it costs $40 less than the Beyerdynamic TYGR 300 R.

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The Two Headphones In Full

Beyerdynamic TYGR 300 R: $159.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: A preference score of 86 in crinacle’s measurement shows it tracks the Harman target closely, with a smoothness of 1.9 dB. The 32 ohm impedance and 96 dB sensitivity mean it runs fine from a phone or laptop, and 290 g is manageable for an open-back design. It shares its rating with the FiiO FT1 Pro at a lower price.

Cons: Only the overall score is available, so there is no band by band breakdown of where it deviates from target. The open back leaks sound and offers no isolation, and there is no built-in microphone, so it suits quiet listening and desk use rather than commuting or calls.

Full Beyerdynamic TYGR 300 R review and specifications →

Released	2019 (7 years ago)
Back	Open
Built-in Microphone	No
Connection	Wired
Deviation From Target	1.90 dB standard deviation
Form Factor	Over-ear
Frequency Response	5Hz - 35kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Harman Preference Score	86 (measured by crinacle, via AutoEQ)
Impedance	32 ohms
Sensitivity	96 dB SPL
Tonal Tilt	-0.30 (negative is warmer, positive brighter)
Weight	0.6 lbs (290 g)

EQ preset to match the Harman target

Set a preamp of -5.9 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.

Filter	Frequency	Gain	Q
Low shelf	105 Hz	+16.5 dB	0.70
Peak	43 Hz	-14.1 dB	0.32
Peak	2,772 Hz	+2.4 dB	1.07
Peak	626 Hz	+2.7 dB	1.03
Peak	5,621 Hz	-6.0 dB	5.22
High shelf	10,000 Hz	-6.3 dB	0.70
Peak	4,679 Hz	+1.3 dB	6.00
Peak	23 Hz	-0.5 dB	4.16
Peak	30 Hz	+0.3 dB	2.29
Peak	6,882 Hz	+1.3 dB	5.99

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FiiO JT7: $119.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: The median of five hobbyist measurements on squig.link gives the JT7 a preference score of 87 with a nearly flat tilt, so it sounds balanced rather than warm or bright. Bass from 60 to 200 Hz sits right on target and the upper mids are level, which keeps voices and instruments natural. It uses a large 95 by 86 mm planar magnetic driver at a moderate 318 grams, and its 18 ohm load is easy for most sources to control.

Cons: Sensitivity of 92 dB/mW is low, so a phone or laptop jack may run out of volume and a small headphone amp is a sensible addition. Those measurements show a 4.9 dB peak near 5.8 kHz that can add edge to vocals, while sub-bass sits about 3.5 dB under target and the open back leaks sound and blocks no outside noise. The HIFIMAN HE400se rates slightly higher and costs less. See headphone amps and DACs with enough power to drive it.

Full FiiO JT7 review and specifications →

Released	Nov 2025 (11 months ago)
Back	Open
Connection	Wired
Deviation From Target	2.11 dB standard deviation
Driver Type	Planar magnetic
Drivers	1 x 95x86mm planar magnetic
Form Factor	Over-ear
Frequency Response	7Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Harman Preference Score	86 (median of 6 squig.link measurements, calibrated to AutoEQ)
Impedance	18 ohms
Sensitivity	92 dB/mW
Sub-bass Extension	Falls 6 dB below target at 28 Hz (-5.6 dB at 30 Hz)
Tonal Tilt	+0.03 (negative is warmer, positive brighter)
Weight	0.7 lbs (318 g)

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