[Grumpy Old Git]

Have any of you guys tried experimenting with different earpads to the stock ones?
If so, what are your findings?

 

[Wes S]

Have any of you guys tried experimenting with different earpads to the stock ones?
If so, what are your findings?

The stock pads are the best. I tried all the ZMF options when I had my pair, and ended up with the Alpha pads in the end.

 

[dnalekaw]

Have any of you guys tried experimenting with different earpads to the stock ones?
If so, what are your findings?

Just like Wes said the Alpha pads were the 'best' I've tried - they seem to have a pretty dense foam which helps with dynamics in the bass.
ZMF oval proteins were the best 3rd party pads aside though, still not as impressive as the stock ones in the bass and the 8khz peak was exacerbated a bit.

 

[Brined Guardian]

Have any of you guys tried experimenting with different earpads to the stock ones?
If so, what are your findings?

I tried a set of Dekoni lambskin pads with the Prime. You get a slightly brighter, flatter, and more neutral tone at the cost of bass and precious soundstage. I preferred the darker and 'funner' sound of the Alpha pads. And they're just so damn comfy as well.

 

[Grumpy Old Git]

The stock pads are the best. I tried all the ZMF options when I had my pair, and ended up with the Alpha pads in the end.

Just like Wes said the Alpha pads were the 'best' I've tried - they seem to have a pretty dense foam which helps with dynamics in the bass.
ZMF oval proteins were the best 3rd party pads aside though, still not as impressive as the stock ones in the bass and the 8khz peak was exacerbated a bit.

I tried a set of Dekoni lambskin pads with the Prime. You get a slightly brighter, flatter, and more neutral tone at the cost of bass and precious soundstage. I preferred the darker and 'funner' sound of the Alpha pads. And they're just so damn comfy as well.

Thanks guys,
I was pondering on possible alternatives, looks like i'll stick with stock pads when I decide to renew mine.

 

[M-83]

Hey all,

I've just picked up Alpha Prime and they are in need of some TLC.

Can anyone recommend a single ended cable that I can pick up as the original 6ft OEM cable is faulty?

The leather headband (not the fostex branded main one) that sits on your head is very worn and needs replacing. Is there any recommended alternative that's easy to fit?

Pads need replacing at they've gone very soft and they lose shape when worn. I will replace with new Alpha Pads.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Maelob]

Periapt cables are affordable under 100 or Dan Clark dummer cables are some alternatives. I think ZMF sells the leather band.

 

[M-83]

Periapt cables are affordable under 100 or Dan Clark dummer cables are some alternatives. I think ZMF sells the leather band.

Okay nice one thanks.

 

[M-83]

Hey guys. Is anyone using Prime with Schiit Ragnarok 2?

Which gain settings are being used?

Is highest gain going to be too much?

 

[M-83]

@reddog After all these years since we started chatting back in 2014/15, at last I have a Ragnarok & Prime

 

[reddog]

Cool I use my ragnarock for my speakers my tube amp for my headphones

 

[M-83]

Cool I use my ragnarock for my speakers my tube amp for my headphones

I’m purely using Rag 2 for headphones for the time being (Prime and LCD-3).

Will add speakers at a later date for some fun.

Before I do that, I am keen to save up for a used Yggy (OG) to pair with Rag 2. Going to take a while though!

 

[reddog]

@reddog After all these years since we started chatting back in 2014/15, at last I have a Ragnarok & Prime

Cool I use my Ragnarok to drive my speakers and headphones

 

[reddog]

Hey guys. Is anyone using Prime with Schiit Ragnarok 2?

Which gain settings are being used?

Is highest gain going to be too much?

I have used the Ragnarok on its highest setting but barely must I pump out the Volume

 

[M-83]

I have used the Ragnarok on its highest setting but barely must I pump out the Volume

I use Rag 2's high setting for both Prime and LCD-3. It's an awesome sounding amp!