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Bought that Violectric dongle. Delivery set for tomorrow. Price was about 1/2 of what it was on the Power Holdings website. Feb 23, 2025

    1. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      Bought that Violectric dongle. Delivery set for tomorrow. Price was about 1/2 of what it was on the Power Holdings website.
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      3. Lyander
        Lyander
        Seems it uses the same key internals as the Moondrop Dawn Pro thing. Wonder if anyone's A/Bed the two to see how different the presentations are.
        Feb 24, 2025
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      4. luckybaer
        luckybaer
        From what I gathered on the internet, here are the internals for the dongles I own:

        Violectric Chronos: Cirrus Logic CS43131 (not sure if dual)
        iBasso DC03Pro: Cirrus Logic CS43131 (dual)
        AudioQuest DF Red: ESS ES9016

        All only have SE output.
        Feb 24, 2025
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      5. luckybaer
        luckybaer
        Moondrop Dawn Pro has SE and Bal outputs, I think. Kinda like Aune Yuki.
        Feb 24, 2025
    2. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      Ancient HeadRoom Micro Amp and MicroDAC still kicking ass.
      1. Climber
        Climber
        You're lucky, my Supreme went to HeadRoom heaven on a plume of magic smoke about 10 years ago.
        Feb 18, 2025
      2. CEE TEE
        CEE TEE
        Awesome- hopefully Tyll is out there still kicking some too...
        Feb 18, 2025
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    3. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      When upgrading a ukulele, the sound really does improve! Tone, sustain, complexity... all much better. Makes me sound like I have a clue!
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    4. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      TIDAL - I’m getting lazy and may subscribe to a streaming service. Tidal sounds like a good one vs. Apple, Amazon, and Spotify. Thoughts?
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      3. ilikebananafudge_
        ilikebananafudge_
        The way that TIDAL has (mis)handled MQA has made me pick Qobuz, and I've been very happy with it.
        Dec 11, 2024
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      4. loadexfa
        loadexfa
        I also prefer Qobuz over Tidal, never tried Spotify.
        Dec 11, 2024
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      5. yotacowboy
        yotacowboy
        another vote for Qobuz. still some empty spots in the catalog from time to time, but for that, bandcamp is my fallback (and a more direct way of supporting the artists).
        Dec 11, 2024
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    5. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      Awesome when I finally transition well between chords - Dm (5th fr) C7 (7 fr) Bb (5 fr). Was kicking my ass. C7 (3 fr) to C9 (6fr) too.
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    6. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      Didn’t remember to say Happy Thanksgiving. Update? Kanile’a Ukulele’s Black Friday deals were good. Pulled the trigger on a KSR tenor.
    7. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      Got my circa 1940s Martin Style 0 Soprano ukulele restrung and tuning pegs adjusted. Kamaka white label from 1970s needs more work.
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      2. luckybaer
        luckybaer
        Gonna cost about $600 to get Kamaka back to playability, but it is worth it, and it was my Granny’s.
        Sep 29, 2024
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      3. luckybaer
        luckybaer
        Pineapple Duke Kahanamoku only has sentimental value. Still, not a laminate, but $300 to restore! ‍
        Sep 30, 2024
    8. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      Picked up a ukulele for the first time in a few decades.
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      2. Biodegraded
    9. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      iBasso DC03Pro is a pleasant surprise. I am using it with my 7Hz Timeless. I don’t hear any coloration. It uses Cirrus Logic chips.
      1. JK47
        JK47
        Use the same combo myself, quite nice
        Aug 5, 2024
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    10. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      Tried xGolf w/older son. 9 holes, 1.5 hours, chicken tenders, spicy cheese curds. $140. I'm not sure about the value, but it was fun.
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      3. YMO
        YMO
        Poopy Time?
        Jun 12, 2024
      4. atomicbob
        atomicbob
        Life experiences such as yours with your son are priceless.
        Jun 12, 2024
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      5. luckybaer
        luckybaer
        @YMO The spicy cheese curds did wreak havoc. I’m glad I only tried one.
        Jun 23, 2024
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      2. Cryptowolf
        Cryptowolf
        May they serve you well. I really like a commando sole boot for general farm use.
        Jun 2, 2024
    12. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      Until today, I had never purchased a sports team jersey with a player's name on the back. I just couldn't resist the "Nacua" Rams jersey.
      1. gsanger
        gsanger
        He could be real good for years to come. A steal in last year’s draft for sure.
        Apr 28, 2024
      2. Cspirou
        Cspirou
        I came very close to buying a NGUYEN football jersey awhile back. Unfortunately he played for the Cowboys
        Apr 29, 2024
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      3. luckybaer
        luckybaer
        @Cspirou Can’t be repping the Cowboys. That would be like me buying anything Niners!
        Apr 30, 2024
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    13. luckybaer
      luckybaer
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      3. Thad E Ginathom
        Thad E Ginathom
        But... Vertical, portable, etc, LP players where/are fad gadgets.

        So no actual listening on that bus :)


        (I wonder what became of John-From-Edgeware...)
        Mar 30, 2024
      4. Biodegraded
        Biodegraded
        Mar 30, 2024
      5. yotacowboy
        yotacowboy
        Mar 30, 2024
    14. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      Anyone big into Baldur's Gate 3?
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      2. Lyander
        Lyander
        I'm in the beginning stages of my first playthrough, mood's been in the crudhole so haven't been touching games at all lately, but it's something I'm excited to continue eventually.
        Mar 1, 2024
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      3. Vtory
        Vtory
        Finished twice with totally different characters/choices.

        Good: Even after my second journey, I was strongly tempted to initiate my third adventure. That entertaining..
        Bad: This literally destroys my health, time, sleep, and any resource I should spend on productive tasks.. lol
        Mar 1, 2024
      4. Kernel Kurtz
        Kernel Kurtz
        I'm more into FPS and strategy games, but it seems well regarded, including in the game thread here on SBAF. Might check it out if it goes on sale.
        Mar 1, 2024
    15. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      Updating my wardrobe. Shit is expensive, and I’m trying to be thrifty. Not McLemore Thrift Shop thrifty, but just price conscious. :-)
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      2. Thad E Ginathom
        Thad E Ginathom
        I've never had much interest in clothes and clothes buying, but, on the other hand, have always been a shopoholic. I like just wandering around shops!

        A friend was complaining about how much he's just paid for some stuff, and surprised how little I paid for mine ...
        Feb 29, 2024
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      3. Thad E Ginathom
        Thad E Ginathom
        ...

        I told him, this is the difference. When you need a shirt, you go out and buy a shirt. I never pass the shop without checking out the bargain rail
        Feb 29, 2024
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      4. luckybaer
        luckybaer
        For the office, I’m reducing my reliance on jeans and chinos and moving towards those 5-pocket pants - like Lululemon’s ABC. <awaits abuse>
        Feb 29, 2024
    16. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      HAPPY NEW YEAR. I have a slight hangover…
      1. Thad E Ginathom
        Thad E Ginathom
        Slight? Be happy. You're way ahead!
        Jan 1, 2024
    17. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      #1stWorldProblems Callaway sent the wrong product and replacement won’t arrive until after Jan 2.
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    18. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      MERRY CHRISTMAS
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    19. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      If you golf, are getting older, and you struggle with your yardage, you owe it to yourself to consider graphite shafts in A-Flex.
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      3. JK47
        JK47
        I suck at golf too, and follow John Daly's "grip it and rip it" school of thought. My ball hits the fairway, just not always the hole I'm currently on.
        Dec 22, 2023
      4. JK47
        JK47
        Forgot to mention, it felt great when I teed up the all carbon fiber Taylor made driver at Roger Dunn, then the club head broke right off after a hard drive, lol
        Dec 23, 2023
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      5. yotacowboy
        yotacowboy
        Golf and I have a weird relationship. Got into it for a summer at the behest of a buddy; lent me a set of old Ping Blades. took about 6 rounds getting used to things. Then shot a 68. Buddy told me to hang up the clubs or be ready be to disappointed for the rest of my life. haven't played since.
        Dec 23, 2023
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    20. luckybaer
      luckybaer
      Lofts stronger on new golf clubs, but even accounting for 2-3 yards gained per degree of loft, the clubhead and shaft are getting me gainz!
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      3. ChaChaRealSmooth
        ChaChaRealSmooth
        That's not too bad. I play with 6 degrees difference between my wedges myself: 48, 54, and 60. For me they give me exactly 15 yard gaps and I can always adjust for in-betweens
        Dec 21, 2023
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      4. Kernel Kurtz
        Kernel Kurtz
        It's not about how far you can hit the club, it is about how consistently you can hit the same distance with the same club every time. If you don't have that part down working on moar distance is probably detracting from your game.
        Dec 22, 2023
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      5. luckybaer
        luckybaer
        @Kernel Kurtz Absolutely. I'm working on my consistency after being away for 16 years. After 16 years my clubs did not fit me any more. I needed a change just to get back to where I was.
        Dec 22, 2023
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    Gender:
    Male
    Location:
    Missouri
    Gear List:
    DAC: Schiit Gungnir MB Gen 5, HeadRoom Micro DAC, Schiit Modi MB
    DDC: Singxer SU-6, Douk Audio U2 Pro, Schiit Eitr
    Head Amp: AURALiC Taurus MkII, Quicksilver HA, Vali 2 [assorted tubes], Magni 3, HeadRoom Micro
    Headphones: Elex, HD650, DT880, D2000, K601, TX-X00, HE-4XX, SR-80e, M220
    CD/SACD/Data Disc Hi-Res: Denon DCD-1600NE, Marantz CD5003
    Cassette: Nakamichi DR-2
    Pre-Amp: Schiit Freya OG [mothballed], Khozmo Passive Preamp (x2)
    Integrated Amp: Onkyo TX-8555 [mothballed]
    Amplifier: Rotel RB-1582 MkII, Parasound NewClassic 2125v2
    Turntable: Technics SL-1210GR, Kenwood KD-2070
    Cartridges: Ortofon 2M Red, Shure V15 Type III [JICO SAS/R], Audio-Technica VM750SH, Soundsmith Otello, Reloop Concorde w/STY10, Super OM-40
    Phonostage: PS Audio NuWave Phono Converter (also ADC), Parks Audio Puffin
    Speakers: Polk Audio RT25i [mothballed], Dynaudio Evoke 10, Polk Audio Legend L100
    I'm pretty happy

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    SL-1210GR, KD-2070 | SU-6 + Gungnir MB | DCD-1600NE, CD5003 | DR-2 | NPC, Puffin | Khozmo, Khozmo |
    RB-1582 MkII, 2125v2 | Taurus MkII, Quicksilver | Evoke 10, L100 | SB-1000, SB-1000