MrSpeakers Alpha PRIME: Impressions and Discussion Thread
Aug 12, 2015 at 3:02 AM Post #1,757 of 2,891
  How easy is it to drive the Alpha Primes?  Do I need an amp or is listening from my computer/phone suitable?


I use an amp (the ALO RX-MK3-B+) (god I hate typing that) to drive mine out of my AK120II. But one time I listened to them directly out of the AK, and the sound was still pretty good. Better than I expected, actually. Sure, definitely better with the ALO, but I was again pleasantly surprised. 
 
That being said, I'm not sure how much juice the AK has compared to a computer/phone. 
 
Aug 12, 2015 at 7:09 AM Post #1,759 of 2,891
I use an amp (the ALO RX-MK3-B+) (god I hate typing that) to drive mine out of my AK120II. But one time I listened to them directly out of the AK, and the sound was still pretty good. Better than I expected, actually. Sure, definitely better with the ALO, but I was again pleasantly surprised. 

That being said, I'm not sure how much juice the AK has compared to a computer/phone. 



I love the alo...what did you not like about them ? I'm debating to sell my rx mk 3 even after I own a hugo.
 
Aug 12, 2015 at 4:58 PM Post #1,763 of 2,891
Hey guys
 
I'm based in UK and searching for 10 foot long cable for my Alpha Prime (1/4 inch, NOT balanced). 
 
Can someone please point me to a good place to buy in UK, or, can anyone vouch for this product --
 
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/171673380528?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
 
I don't have a lot of money, but the standard 5 foot cable I have just isn't long enough for where I sit and listen.
 
 
TIA!
 
 
Rgds,
 
M-83.
 
Aug 12, 2015 at 9:32 PM Post #1,764 of 2,891
  Hey guys
 
I'm based in UK and searching for 10 foot long cable for my Alpha Prime (1/4 inch, NOT balanced). 
 
Can someone please point me to a good place to buy in UK, or, can anyone vouch for this product --
 
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/171673380528?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
 
I don't have a lot of money, but the standard 5 foot cable I have just isn't long enough for where I sit and listen.
 
 
TIA!
 
 
Rgds,
 
M-83.

 
 
looks legit...his ebay 100% satisfaction
 
Aug 13, 2015 at 2:43 AM Post #1,765 of 2,891
I love the alo...what did you not like about them ? I'm debating to sell my rx mk 3 even after I own a hugo.


 
I never said I don't like the ALO. I like it very much. 
 
Although...I do get some severe static in one channel sometimes when adjusting the volume. I contacted ALO about it, and they said it's normal. I bought it used, so I can't complain, but that is certainly one annoying thing. 
 
Aug 14, 2015 at 1:33 PM Post #1,767 of 2,891
  Just in case anyone is interested, My Primes are up for sale at the moment.  I've got an itchy trigger finger for a pair of Ethers.  I may calm back down after the weekend and raise the price back up, or just realize that I love the Primes and close the ad.

Tough decision... Open vs Closed too.....The little devil on your shoulder says buy both....
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Aug 14, 2015 at 1:38 PM Post #1,768 of 2,891
can always wait for the inevitable closed successor for the alpha prime... those I guess this hobby isn't one that really promotes patience heh :)
 
Aug 14, 2015 at 1:46 PM Post #1,770 of 2,891
  Basically I've go a short term case of "want something new."  It will pass, and I'll pull the ad and keep the Primes.  Right now though, I want something new!

That grass is awfully green over there...
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