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Audio Aero Prima integrated Mk1. Just bought it

Hi guys,

I just bought the first version of the Prima integrated! I'm really excited to get it. It's new. Is there anything I should know about taking care of the tubes? This will be my first tube amp (well, hybrid). When will I need to replace them? Can tube rolling be done with this piece (I don't think so)?

And thanks, Howard, for all your help!
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josep_hernandez
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Howard and Chris,

You have no idea how thankful I am for all this explanation. Honestly, I can't wait to have all the system set up. I will keep you all posted!

PS. Any bananas/brass brands you would recommend? I heard Eichmann are really good.

Cheers,

Josep
josep_hernandez
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Well, you guys made it. I spent the whole morning researching tubes online and didn't get any work done. Anyway, this is for the good.

I asked the seller of my MkI and it has a Tesla tube. I did a little searched and it seems they are really similar to the Siemmens.
See here:

http://www.mht.bme.hu/~ehmann/Tesla%20vs.Siemens/tesla_vs.siemens.htm

Nevertheless, I am rather suspicious. Tesla tubes are slightly cheaper than Siemmens (See the following listing: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=67816&item=5754089979&rd=1)

Regardless, I love the man (Tesla), probably the greatest investor of all times. So, I will give them a shot. Needless to say that I will compare them against the Siemmens and the Mullard.

Once again, thanks for everything. Josep
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boa2
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In my other amp, the Tesla had a slightly thinner, more analytical sound than the Siemens. Have not tried it in the Prima Hybrid, however. Try different tubes. The amp takes only one 6922 tube, so you don't have to buy them in pairs. You'll find one that suits you.
josep_hernandez
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Hi everyone, while I am waiting for my MKI to arrive I emailed the Audio Aero guys because I was wondering whether this is a class-A amp or not. Well, they finally replied (to my surprise) saying this is a class-B. (Not even a class AB.) Well, I know there is more to life than class-A and other technical specifications, but can anyone provide some thoughts on this matter? Thanks, Josep
saki70
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I just purchased this MK I version and it is very good. The used market makes these a steal. I have not heard everything but it is the best that I have heard. It bests
equipment that goes for twice or more of the new price. I was worried about it being only 40 watts but it has more power than I need and I listen to a lot of rock. It will also kick out enough base for rock music, something that some integrateds won't do.
Thank you Boa2.
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