{"product_id":"alpha-hookah-x-black-matte","title":"Alpha Hookah X - Black Matte","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha Hookah X arrived in 2018 with a vertical purge that the rest of the industry has spent years copying. We bring it in directly from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thepremiumway.com.au\/collections\/premium-alpha-hookah\"\u003eAlpha Hookah\u003c\/a\u003e in St. Petersburg as a complete stem set — silicone hose, colour-matched aluminium mouthpiece, stainless steel tray with heat-resistant powder-coated finish, removable diffuser and branded presentation box. Everything you need for a session, except the base — and we've left that for you to choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVertical Purge System · Complete Stem Set with Hose \u0026amp; Mouthpiece · Genuine Russian Import\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAlpha Hookah X Vertical Purge Shisha Pipe in Black Matte from Russia.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy The X\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertical purge with eight precision-cut slots through the stem's bell — the design that shifted the industry toward upward-vented stems in 2018.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11mm inner stem diameter with a fully removable diffuser — switch between a tighter traditional pull and wide-open airflow in seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnetic hose connection paired with a colour-matched aluminium mouthpiece — both included, both designed by Alpha to work as one system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel skeleton, powder-coated anodised aluminium overlays, polyacetal connectors — materials chosen for longevity, not weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e42 cm height with a fully collapsible threaded build — sits between compact desktop and full lounge proportions, breaks down for travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Matte finish with polished chrome accents on the downstem, diffuser, mouthpiece tip and tray spike — deep, sculpted, fingerprint-resistant, with quiet visual weight on the table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBase \/ Vase — Not Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe ship the X as a stem set, pair it with the base you want.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery authentic Alpha Hookah X ships from the St. Petersburg factory as a stem set — silicone hose, aluminium mouthpiece, tray, diffuser and presentation box, all included. The only piece left out is the base, and that's how we've decided to bring it in. Some international retailers bundle a glass base at the point of sale; we leave it open so you can pair the X with whichever base matches your setup and your aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thepremiumway.com.au\/collections\/hookah-bases-vases\"\u003e→ Browse Compatible Bases\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlpha Hookah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX (Model X)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColourway\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Matte\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42 cm (without base)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel skeleton, powder-coated anodised aluminium overlays, stainless steel tray with heat-resistant powder-coated finish, polyacetal base and connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInner Stem Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePurge System\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertical (eight slots through stem bell)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHose Connection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnetic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft-touch silicone, included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMouthpiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour-matched aluminium, included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiffuser\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable, screw-fit, included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully collapsible (threaded)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRussia (St. Petersburg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Year\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand Awards\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHookah of the Year (9+ titles 2017–2023) across the Alpha Hookah range; the X took 2018 JohnCalliano Awards recognition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eALPHA-X-BMAT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIn The Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel stem with removable diffuser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnetic silicone hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour-matched aluminium mouthpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel tray (heat-resistant powder-coated finish)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrommet set (base seal and bowl seal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded presentation box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Base\/Vase — sold separately. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thepremiumway.com.au\/collections\/hookah-bases-vases\"\u003e→ Choose a compatible base\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFit \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs with any standard hookah base via the included grommet seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBowl fitment: accepts most standard \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thepremiumway.com.au\/collections\/phunnel-hookah-bowls\"\u003ephunnel bowls\u003c\/a\u003e and traditional clay bowls with the included silicone bowl grommet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHose system: magnetic — the supplied silicone hose attaches and detaches without threading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair the stem to your chosen base by pushing the downstem firmly into the base grommet until it seals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnap the magnetic hose into the side port — no threading, no rotation needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit your bowl to the top spire using the included silicone bowl grommet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a tighter traditional pull, leave the diffuser in place. For a wide-open draw, unscrew the diffuser from the bottom of the downstem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo purge, exhale gently into the hose mouthpiece — smoke vents upward through the eight-slot vertical purge in the bell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor travel, unscrew the stem into its component sections and pack into the presentation box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thepremiumway.com.au\/collections\/hookah-shisha-charcoal\"\u003ecoconut charcoal\u003c\/a\u003e and a foil-wrapped bowl, or upgrade to a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thepremiumway.com.au\/collections\/best-hookah-hmd\"\u003eheat management device\u003c\/a\u003e for cleaner, more consistent heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter each session, empty the base and rinse with warm water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the stem with a damp cloth once it has cooled fully. Use a long-handled bore brush with warm soapy water for deeper cleans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the diffuser before cleaning the bore so the screen rinses separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the magnetic hose port dry and wipe away any sticky residue with a soft cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid harsh chemicals or abrasive scrubbers on the anodised aluminium overlay and matte finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe tray has a heat-resistant powder-coated finish — don't leave burning coals sitting directly on the surface for extended stretches, and use a coal carrier or rest when transferring hot coals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever put any component in a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore disassembled in the presentation box when not in regular use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor brushes, residue solutions and replacement screens, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thepremiumway.com.au\/collections\/hookah-cleaning-essentials\"\u003ecleaning essentials collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuestions, Answered\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the kit include a hose and mouthpiece?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the Alpha Hookah X ships complete with a magnetic silicone hose and a colour-matched aluminium mouthpiece, both from the Alpha factory and both designed to work as one system. The kit also includes the tray, removable diffuser, grommet set and presentation box. The only piece you'll need to add is the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy doesn't the Alpha Hookah X come with a base or vase?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we've chosen to bring it in that way. Every authentic X ships from the St. Petersburg factory as a stem set, and we leave the base open so you can pair the X with the vessel that suits your setup. Browse our base collection and pick whichever one fits your aesthetic — there's no factory pairing constraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between leaving the diffuser in and removing it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the diffuser fitted, the draw is tighter and denser — airflow passes through the diffuser screen, which adds resistance and breaks the bubbles into smaller, quieter streams. Unscrew the diffuser from the bottom of the downstem and the draw opens right up — wider pull, louder bubbles, classic-style airflow. Both configurations are built into the X by design, so you can switch between them at any point in the session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the diffuser removable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The diffuser screws into the base of the downstem and can be removed for a wide-open airflow profile, or kept in place for a tighter traditional pull. Both configurations are built into the X by design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill third-party hoses fit the magnetic port?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X uses a proprietary magnetic connector. The supplied silicone hose attaches by magnet rather than thread or push-fit, and it's colour-matched to the stem. Third-party hoses will only fit if they have a compatible magnetic adapter — the stock hose is the recommended pairing and is included in every kit. For spares or replacements, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thepremiumway.com.au\/collections\/mouthpieces-mouthtips-hoses\"\u003emouthpieces and hoses collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide from Melbourne, Australia. Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 2pm AEST.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alpha Hookah","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49448344813706,"sku":"ALPHA-X-BMAT","price":679.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0364\/1370\/2282\/files\/1_75194aa9-5024-47d3-a565-8388cc290bfc.png?v=1779343908","url":"https:\/\/www.thepremiumway.com.au\/products\/alpha-hookah-x-black-matte","provider":"The Premium Way","version":"1.0","type":"link"}