ALO Audio Studio Six Reviews and Impressions Thread
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meomap
Headphoneus Supremus
I think he meant new closed hp from ALO or Campfire, $799 usd.
yes the new alo headphones. anyone? the headphones look good
MelaVerde
New Head-Fier
Hello everybody,
I am a proud owner of the Studio Six for a couple of months now and enjoy it very much, I have been following this forum actively with he goal to learn more about the technology behind what makes my music so enjoyable. I don't have a strong knowledge of vacuum tubes and I find myself with an issue, perhaps not a real one, that I would like some advise from a more experienced audience.
Tonight after coming home from work and turned on my SS I found the 6SN7 tube black inside, although still working, so it seems, I am concern that it might either deteriorate my listening experience or prematurely die. It does not have many hours on it I would say 200 at the most and the amp is under warranty I have included pictures of the tube and the system. Can anyone shed some light and educate me on what is the issue and my next step? Appreciated is everyone knowledge and support.
Best Regards
I am a proud owner of the Studio Six for a couple of months now and enjoy it very much, I have been following this forum actively with he goal to learn more about the technology behind what makes my music so enjoyable. I don't have a strong knowledge of vacuum tubes and I find myself with an issue, perhaps not a real one, that I would like some advise from a more experienced audience.
Tonight after coming home from work and turned on my SS I found the 6SN7 tube black inside, although still working, so it seems, I am concern that it might either deteriorate my listening experience or prematurely die. It does not have many hours on it I would say 200 at the most and the amp is under warranty I have included pictures of the tube and the system. Can anyone shed some light and educate me on what is the issue and my next step? Appreciated is everyone knowledge and support.
Best Regards
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Hello everybody,
I am a proud owner of the Studio Six for a couple of months now and enjoy it very much, I have been following this forum actively with he goal to learn more about the technology behind what makes my music so enjoyable. I don't have a strong knowledge of vacuum tubes and I find myself with an issue, perhaps not a real one, that I would like some advise from a more experienced audience.
Tonight after coming home from work and turned on my SS I found the 6SN7 tube black inside, although still working, so it seems, I am concern that it might either deteriorate my listening experience or prematurely die. It does not have many hours on it I would say 200 at the most and the amp is under warranty I have included pictures of the tube and the system. Can anyone shed some light and educate me on what is the issue and my next step? Appreciated is everyone knowledge and support.
Best Regards
Hey MelaVerde,
This is normal, I have a bunch that look like this, Thomas prob knows the molecular going on here
Thomas thank you for participating in the ST6 forum! TomSix is a insane wealth of tech knowledge.
Ken
6sn7 can last a few thousand hours easy. Also your tube looks fine
MelaVerde
New Head-Fier
Thanks Ken for the quick and reinsuring response, I just ordered the Phono Pre-Amp from you guys at ALO to upgrade the current one, looking forward to receive it and start enjoying it; indeed TomSix is an amazing wealth of tech knowledge but I am afraid I will have to start with the ABC of the Dummy guides for Vacuum Tubes before I can leverage his insights.Hey MelaVerde,
This is normal, I have a bunch that look like this, Thomas prob knows the molecular going on here
Thomas thank you for participating in the ST6 forum! TomSix is a insane wealth of tech knowledge.
Ken
MelaVerde
New Head-Fier
Thank you fhuang for you response to my concerns, I will keep your feedback in mind.
no problem. try to read this thread, lots of information
p.s.: my studio six is also silver
TomSix
ALO Audio Studio Six deisgner
It may still be a bit early.
I too, have yet to hear the Cascade. The headphones look quite good, and the features seem attractive.
-Cheers
MelaVerde
New Head-Fier
Hello everyone, has anyone any experience with the Northern Electric 6SN7 from Canada, reviews seem positive although someone has issue with the center pin being a little fragile. I was looking for the RCA Red Base but of course I might have more luck finding a pink Unicorn; as usual any suggestion or advice is highly appreciated. BTW this thread is a well of knowledge and a shocker for my wallet.
I like the Northern Electric tubes. I have used the 6SN7 in the Studio Six as well as my Cary SLI-80. It is a good quality tube. No issue so far after close to 1000 hours.
TomSix
ALO Audio Studio Six deisgner
MelaVerde Quote: "Tonight after coming home from work and turned on my SS I found the 6SN7 tube black inside, although still working, so it seems, I am concern that it might either deteriorate my listening experience or prematurely die. It does not have many hours on it I would say 200 at the most and the amp is under warranty I have included pictures of the tube and the system. Can anyone shed some light and educate me on what is the issue and my next step? Appreciated is everyone knowledge and support."
Hello MelaVerde,
Let me first apologize to you: I have been away from this forum, and somehow I failed to see your question regarding the visual appearance of your 6SN7 tube.
From the photo you've shared, it would appear the dark spot in your tube is simply the normal 'getter', which is a layer of compounds deposited on the inside of a tube envelope during the manufacturing process intended to absorb any residual gas/ contaminants within the tube remaining after the tube is evacuated.
When/if a tube starts to fail by leaking, the 'getter' will begin to turn white or gray in color, as opposed to the normal metallic look as seen on your tube.
It's quite likely you simply did not notice the 'getter' initially --totally understandable.
I hope your Studio-Six is working well, and sounding good
Please, do not hesitate to Private Message me directly should you have any problems etc, I'm glad to help.
Again, sorry for the delayed response. I'm presently preparing for a 600 mile move to California, and so my attention to this forum has been sporadic.
All the best!
Hello MelaVerde,
Let me first apologize to you: I have been away from this forum, and somehow I failed to see your question regarding the visual appearance of your 6SN7 tube.
From the photo you've shared, it would appear the dark spot in your tube is simply the normal 'getter', which is a layer of compounds deposited on the inside of a tube envelope during the manufacturing process intended to absorb any residual gas/ contaminants within the tube remaining after the tube is evacuated.
When/if a tube starts to fail by leaking, the 'getter' will begin to turn white or gray in color, as opposed to the normal metallic look as seen on your tube.
It's quite likely you simply did not notice the 'getter' initially --totally understandable.
I hope your Studio-Six is working well, and sounding good
Please, do not hesitate to Private Message me directly should you have any problems etc, I'm glad to help.
Again, sorry for the delayed response. I'm presently preparing for a 600 mile move to California, and so my attention to this forum has been sporadic.
All the best!
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