[Michael Jennings]

I've read through the UM3X appreciation thread, but couldn't tell if there was any consensus on what amp or type of amp brings out their full potential. The IEM's sound great with my Lisa III, but I'm not fully satisfied with the sound I get from my Pico--and I'd like something portable that makes them sound great.

Thanks!

 

[nc8000]

To me they sound very good from my D10 with HiFlights chipset although they do pick up the very slightest hiss in this configuration but run the amp in lo gain at it should not bother anybody.

 

[barleyguy]

They are quite good with an RSA Mustang, as well as just about anything else by Ray Samuels.

 

[scrane]

Being really efficient they run really well on whatever it is they stuff into my little Clip+.

 

[VicAjax]

I loved the UM3X with a borrowed Xin SuperMini IV, but alas, it's back with its owner and I'm in the same position as you.

As of now, I'm trying to decide between the RSA Shadow, ALO Rx and the iBasso T3.

What was it about the Pico that you didn't like?

 

[Michael Jennings]

It isn't terrible or anything. It's just that the UM3X's are a bit warm, as is the Pico, and it thus has a bit too much "bloom" for me.

 

[ting.mike]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Michael Jennings /img/forum/go_quote.gif It isn't terrible or anything. It's just that the UM3X's are a bit warm, as is the Pico, and it thus has a bit too much "bloom" for me.

Then try the ALO Rx, I think you will like it.

 

[tnmike1]

Quote:

Originally Posted by ting.mike /img/forum/go_quote.gif Then try the ALO Rx, I think you will like it.

RX is currently sold out on ALO website

 

[VicAjax]

Ken is apparently in the process of building another batch of Rx amps. who knows how long they'll last, but i imagine he'll build some more after that.

 

[jc9394]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Michael Jennings /img/forum/go_quote.gif It isn't terrible or anything. It's just that the UM3X's are a bit warm, as is the Pico, and it thus has a bit too much "bloom" for me.

Try iQube, it is very transparent, no coloration added it. There is a slight hiss but not noticeable once music is playing.