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I tried to find a thread to post this in but all the tech ones were pretty specific. Would a new 'Misc Tech Chat" thread be something that you would appreciate?

I use a camera lens blow-bulb. My keyboard is still yucky. It would be great if others can offer advice.

Use a soft paintbrush and a blower as just mentioned.

Cloth: must be microfibre. Miracle material that makes everything better. And even the cheap stuff works.

The bad news: it seems that micro fragments from microfibre are bad for the environment. Hey ho, sometimes seems like we can't win these days

HF encourages flipping by censoring all comments and ignoring all reports. Isnt that right @k4rstar ?

But now Elon Musk wants to buy SBAF for billions of dollars, Jude may rethink a few things. Merv's selflessness in holding out is exemplary.

@JK47 not exactly the types that'd show up to get called out. but we have a chronic shit talker and a Studio Tribute + Utopia owner there. people are people i guess

On the contrary. Experience and fading patience just mean you can see and feel it more.

If you're talking professional environments then there's the "Peter principle" which observes that people tend to be promoted just beyond their level of competence, and reside there failing forever more.

One of my old bosses used to sit in meetings blandly smiling close-mouthed, with his eyes closed and his arms crossed. I was (still am) close to him. So I asked him what he's thinking about during meetings. He said, "Sometimes, I'm just relaxing and enjoying the discussion. Other times, I'm accepting that I don't control the discussion."

If there's a Long & McQuade near you, you can order online and pick-up in-store when it's ready - for cheaper than you'll find it anywhere else incl. Sennheiser Canada: https://www.long-mcquade.com/82114/Pro-Audio---Recording/Headphones/Sennheiser/Replacement-Cable-for-HD650-Headphones.htm

thanks all! I will prob stick with 650 cable and use Blue Jeans for an RCA

@purr1n What's the difference between the hd580 and hd650 connectors (on the headphone side)? or are you just re-terminating the amp side?

I use Wise (nee Transferwise) to send money from GB to India. They changed their name quite some time back.

Yes, it is a good service. But it is aimed at financial transfer only, and I don't think there are any buyer/seller mechanisms or protections built in.

Wise has worked well for me with international xfers both coming and going; I don't think they offer paypal-style buyer protection.

thank guys. I'm trying to sell something to the US buyer hence that's why i'm looking for mutual protection. I did have good experience with Wise though (unless Paypal who charge me $30 on a $300 transaction lately and is just douchey in general)

They look like someone pulled a number out of an ass.

dude's trying to black mail me using my full name and address (local deal) and the s/n of the item he traded me. seemingly just empty threats but i will get in touch with phone company and legal just in case.

Ye gods some people are disconnected from basic courtesy.

yeah too many are like that, it's unfortunate. talked to the police and they advise me not to be by myself if to be done at my house, might want to look if I can give them my stuff and tell the guy to just pick it up from there though.

I think that'd mean UPS sending it to their local CBSA office and you going in there for paperwork, duty payment & pickup (how close to you?). Been 20 years since I did that myself, so maybe wait for other replies in the thread before deciding - but personally, I wouldn't take the time over the $80...

This reminds me I should stop complaining about shipping across the Pacific, as customs is generally simple and not that expensive here. When/If I move back to Canada, it could be more PITA getting stuff in from the US, now that I've found a reliable and economical forwarder specializing in Taiwan.

@Biodegraded thanks for sharing your experience. I think me contempting their businesses is big enough of a motivators already though

now he's saying the reason he lost is because his costume was too heavy so it tired his legs out - Deontay "No Excuse" Wilder

Really hope this doesn't turn into a trilogy, even though there's a clause that nearly guarantees it. I want to see Wilder eat more humble pie, and take his next L to build up a more honorable, lesser known fighter.

Wow.. the weight of his blinged out nazgul costume was too much. That’s something.

@purr1n was about to tag you actually, since I saw you posted that HD580 will sound differently depends on how worn the pad is. Mine is 90% gone and I actually like it that way. Super close to the ear = a much more exciting and "dynamic" sound for me. Put on new pads and the energy's gone but I had to do it, old worn pads were pretty gross.

I was going to try messing around with my 2002 HD580 but every time I put them on I find myself thinking it's not worth messing with -no mod will magically bring more bass extension and reduce distortion - that's just how the driver is. The rest doesn't need 'fixing'. Synergy is more important.

@E_Schaaf I do feel that Bill's mod makes it sounds less grainy (foam removal maybe?) but the HD600/HD650 grill also makes 580 become more gentle than I'd like.
But I do agree is synergy is more important, though I have a hard time imagining 580 would sound outright bad on any system.

gotta get on that SDR train and maybe try throwing some EQ in as well

Sell it to me!

well this was just a farewell, I sold it. now, what's next...?

If you have to ask "is it safe", then it's not safe. (imo)

@Elnrik good rule of thumb. I never heard about it before that's why though. Could do some Googling but I'd rather get some "customer reviews" here first

@m17xr2b yeah pretty much those 2. very high fees for the crappy protection and service they provide.

BTC

how about bank wiring?

I quit WF a long time ago. Turns out they where charging me about stuff I never asked for. I'm w a Credit Union now. Never WF again.

If you don’t think WF is bad news, read this. https://ktla.com/2018/06/25/wells-fargo-accused-of-misconduct-again-fined-4m-over-handling-of-market-linked-investments/

Wells Fargo this year alone paid a 1.0B fine in April, 4 million in June a 2.09B fine in August and yesterday agreed to another 575 million. Where is the prison time? They just buy their way out of trouble.

As others have said, change all your relevant passwords. Create unique 12+ character passwords that have random letters, numbers, and special characters and use a password manager to retrieve them when needed

TURN ON 2 FACTOR AUTHENTICATION for your Apple ID and anything else that supports it

Relevant XKCD: https://xkcd.com/936/

Yes, turn on 2FA. I use Macs, but Androids. Use separate email addresses/account names for different accounts.

Most importantly: use a password manager! Distinct passwords for every site.

Without 2FA, the only protection you have is password length. 20+ characters if the site'll let you. If they don't, be wary because they're likely not properly storing your password.