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ALO Audio Studio Six Reviews and Impressions Thread
Jun 8, 2015 at 6:59 AM Post #496 of 1,380
currawong said:
   
The Brimars arrived today and are as described by Frank below. They bring out the bottom end a bit, so the HE1000s end up with a big beard, not just a regular beard. They are what I was looking for that the Bendix tried, but didn't succeed in doing well, which is make the sound a bit more interesting without overdoing it, similar to how the solid state HEADA manages, but a bit more still. I have the Tungsol 6SN7 in there too at the moment though, which has just a small touch of melody about its presentation. 
 
The more mellow tubes are nice with the top-end of the HE1000s, but the bottom-end is already quite there, so it is a bit overwhelming. I should probably even things up a bit and put the 5692 back in instead as too much of a good thing I find fatiguing. Without having a similar TOTL amp here to compare, it is hard to say otherwise how well it is doing with the HE1000s. I don't have any complaints though, it is the kind of fast amp necessary for them and a distinct jump from the direct output of the Hugo.
 
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I found the TS RP to be much for the SS and ended up preferring either a Grey glass or Red base RCA.
 
Jun 8, 2015 at 7:32 AM Post #497 of 1,380
isquirrel said:
  I found the TS RP to be much for the SS and ended up preferring either a Grey glass or Red base RCA.
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The 5692 is a Red Base RCA indeed. Very kick-ass tube indeed. It's my preferred tube for it. It's only because lately I've had some bright cans here and the Hugo as a source that I've wanted to go in a different direction a bit.
 
Jun 8, 2015 at 2:35 PM Post #498 of 1,380
currawong said:
 
The 5692 is a Red Base RCA indeed. Very kick-ass tube indeed. It's my preferred tube for it. It's only because lately I've had some bright cans here and the Hugo as a source that I've wanted to go in a different direction a bit.
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Red Base RCA is the tube to go for! Also tried the Sophia Electric 6SN7 - which also sounds good, but NOS tubes gives some additional pleasure :) You also have to like gold color base of Sophia, but worth buying as a new production tube...
 
Jun 8, 2015 at 3:38 PM Post #499 of 1,380
Anyone who has the HE1000, what is the best combo of tubes you've tried with it so far?
 
Jun 8, 2015 at 10:09 PM Post #500 of 1,380
I am loving the Studio Six with my HD800's. I threw the 596 in the rectifier slot and the bass is amazing.
 
Jun 13, 2015 at 3:06 PM Post #501 of 1,380
Last weeks I have re-arranged my headphonecollection, selling some headphones and looking for "THAT SPECIAL ONE" on my wishlist! And finally last week my dream came true and I did receive my Ultrasone LIMITED Edition 5. Having it burned in for some days - Ultrasone says it take a serious time - I couldn't wait any longer...
 
I did seatle myself in my best chair, selected some music by Qobuz on my Aries/VEGA setup and connected all to my favorite Studio Six. Oh man.... dreams came true - I knew why I did like my Studio Six, but with Edition 5 plugged-in, i did forget I did listen to headphones. I've got sucked into the music and to be honest THIS was the FUN I was looking for. This is why I'm a Head-fi enthusiast!
 
So to all Studio Six owners, we all know Studio Six sings with lot's of planars ( I do love my Audeze's) but do give this pair of German headphones a try... Maybe then you understand why i did write this "emotional review" :wink:
 
THANKS ALO Audio - THANKS Ultrasone for giving me this pleasure - who knows what future will bring more...
 
Jun 16, 2015 at 9:35 PM Post #502 of 1,380
pam005 said:
  Last weeks I have re-arranged my headphonecollection, selling some headphones and looking for "THAT SPECIAL ONE" on my wishlist! And finally last week my dream came true and I did receive my Ultrasone LIMITED Edition 5. Having it burned in for some days - Ultrasone says it take a serious time - I couldn't wait any longer...
 
I did seatle myself in my best chair, selected some music by Qobuz on my Aries/VEGA setup and connected all to my favorite Studio Six. Oh man.... dreams came true - I knew why I did like my Studio Six, but with Edition 5 plugged-in, i did forget I did listen to headphones. I've got sucked into the music and to be honest THIS was the FUN I was looking for. This is why I'm a Head-fi enthusiast!
 
So to all Studio Six owners, we all know Studio Six sings with lot's of planars ( I do love my Audeze's) but do give this pair of German headphones a try... Maybe then you understand why i did write this "emotional review" :wink:
 
THANKS ALO Audio - THANKS Ultrasone for giving me this pleasure - who knows what future will bring more...
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PAM005
 
I just received a Edition 5 from one of my dealers in order to make some cables for them, it was new and out of the box the sound is somewhat strange / different / odd. I have not had a chance to try it with my Studio Six but knowing the Studio Six is the revealer of all headphones it seems I should give it a go on the ST6 as you suggest. I will put on my burn in device and then re try it this time on the ST6. Thanks for the tip! The Edition 5 is so light and comfy, I am a sucker for closed back headphones!!
 
Ken
 
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Jun 16, 2015 at 10:28 PM Post #503 of 1,380
goldendarko said:
Anyone who has the HE1000, what is the best combo of tubes you've tried with it so far?
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So far, with the HE1000's bass becoming more tamed, yet the treble being still bright, I am liking the Brimar 6V6GTs with it.
 
Edit: @KB I can't remember if anyone has asked, but I'm wondering if the 6SN7 slot can have a 6SL7 put in it, or would that have too high an output?
 
Jul 24, 2015 at 1:41 AM Post #505 of 1,380
currawong said:
   
So far, with the HE1000's bass becoming more tamed, yet the treble being still bright, I am liking the Brimar 6V6GTs with it.
 
Edit: @KB I can't remember if anyone has asked, but I'm wondering if the 6SN7 slot can have a 6SL7 put in it, or would that have too high an output?
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Currawong,
 
Not sure, give it a go and let us know, you cant hurt the amp.
 
Also for you who want to take it up a notch we have plenty of Photostages in stock!
 
ken
 
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Jul 27, 2015 at 1:36 PM Post #506 of 1,380
How is the Abyss with the S6?
 
Jul 27, 2015 at 4:59 PM Post #507 of 1,380
sathyam said:
How is the Abyss with the S6?
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The S6 is Single ended only. The abyss is designed to be used as a Balanced headphone. So....They do not go together.
 
Jul 27, 2015 at 5:08 PM Post #508 of 1,380
Any word on HE1000 synergy?
 
Jul 27, 2015 at 5:16 PM Post #509 of 1,380
goldendarko said:
Any word on HE1000 synergy?
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I have not heard that combo yet. I LOVE the Studio Six. The HE1000 was awesome last weekend at the SF meet with the upgraded Woo WA5-LE. It would be a fun pairing to hear.
 
Jul 27, 2015 at 5:29 PM Post #510 of 1,380
Interesting. Love to hear others thoughts as that's my potential endgame pairing right now
 
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