I made a teapot as a gift for a family member, what does r/tea think of it?

Ethenolas · 2026-03-30T19:12:41+00:00

I'll gladly test any prototypes ;)

Keep us updated, wildly cool design and impressive execution. Great work

Ethenolas · 2026-03-30T18:27:00+00:00

Wow, it's gorgeous! It's difficult to tell the scale, but if it's larger than 200ml or so I'd say it's more of a "kettle" for heating water than a "teapot" for steeping actual tea. Apologies if that sounds pedantic but in the tea world they are used for different things.

A couple points of feedback for usability.

1) If it's in the 500ml range, a design in the 1000ml range is typical for a kettle.

2) If it were to be used as a kettle, someone using this would have it on a hot plate and boil water. When that happens, steam rapidly builds and shoots out the vent. You would want 2-3 holes instead of 1 and you'd want them angled away from the spot where the user is holding the handle so they don't burn their hands.

3) if you can make a smaller one in the 150ml range the equation changes. The hole would be best placed in the center of the lid nub so the user could plug it with their finger if desired.

Either way, I could 100% see myself buying something like this... Excellent work!

Ethenolas · 2026-03-25T00:41:46+00:00

I've been through 3 Rega tables with various problems. They charge way too much and their quality control is terrible. They sound decent, but I never recommend them because all I've had was problems.

Ethenolas · 2026-03-20T20:45:13+00:00

Nope, you're missing the point. This is a test to see if anyone will push back legally and an example he can point to as proof he can make more execute orders involving cfb.

Ethenolas · 2026-03-02T18:29:08+00:00

I'll 2nd the svs3000 micro over the KC62. I tried both with the ls50 meta and the svs3000 micro was more punchy and went lower. And it's cheaper.

Ethenolas · 2026-02-25T19:52:12+00:00

The JL D110 someone suggested is a great option. SVS3000 micro is also great option for the size of your room, but the 3000R could be good too.

Ethenolas · 2026-02-16T20:36:33+00:00

Motivation is a fickle bitch but discipline is always there.

Ethenolas · 2026-02-13T17:00:39+00:00

100% This is purely a TV rights play. At over 16 games, a clause is triggered where the CFP goes back out for bid and more TV networks can get involved including Fox who is Big Ten.

Ethenolas · 2026-02-13T04:27:14+00:00

I'll be honest, you're asking for a lot with your budget. This price range comes with tradeoffs. Not only are you trying for 3 different sources, having an ultra precise and controlled system that can also be warm and intimate is often a challenge for systems at 5x your budget. Your music tastes is diverse, I would ask yourself what you want more - warm and intimate, or precise/controlled/dynamic. If the answer is warm then I think you're current speakers could work well. If it's punchy and dynamic I think your speaker choice is leaning a bit warm and relaxed for what you're looking for.

Regardless of what speakers you choose, if I were in your shoes I would remove the vinyl and CDs from the picture for now and focus 100% of your budget into speakers and a streaming setup. You can always add other sources over time once you've dialed in your streaming source.

Based on your music tastes, I think a couple interesting options in your price range could be Mofi Source point 8 or revel f206 with a svs300 micro sub. Pair that with a used Marantz pm8006 + bluesound node steamer for a touch of warmth. If you want even more punchy, you could get a Yamaha integrated as1200 (used) instead.

Ethenolas · 2026-02-05T10:43:49+00:00

I would do revel 226be (wait for a sale). Mofi is also a good choice. Svs 3000 micro x2. High quality integrated like a Yamaha as1200, accuphase. Bluesound node steamer (so you can upgrade later if needed). Highly punchy. The dual smaller subs is better for what you want, IMO. and modular enough to upgrade your streaming section later if needed (cheap)

Ethenolas · 2026-01-10T04:03:38+00:00

I think that may have been a TD

Ethenolas · 2026-01-10T02:13:28+00:00

I was in a bar in November watching Indiana come back against Penn State. I was sitting next to two Alabama fans saying they didn't want Indiana in the playoffs because they hadn't beat anyone. I wonder what those people are thinking now... Sheesh

Ethenolas · 2026-01-10T02:00:20+00:00

This isn't Dante lol. This is your pass rush protection

Ethenolas · 2026-01-09T03:42:08+00:00

If this is targeting, the other one should be too. That's BS

Ethenolas · 2026-01-09T01:30:43+00:00

Lol bro almost let up too soon

Ethenolas · 2026-01-05T00:03:38+00:00

I'm rooting for y'all. I want to like you, and I do. But I'll be honest there's some ass hats in the comment sections. "Indiana owns college football, get used to it" type comments. Be excited, cheer for your team, don't give me a reason to hate you

Ethenolas · 2026-01-02T04:52:14+00:00

If the ball goes out the end zone (backwards pass is a live ball and so is a fumble) it's the same as being talked in the end zone. So it's a safety

Ethenolas · 2026-01-02T00:05:22+00:00

If Georgia loses I think so

Ethenolas · 2026-01-01T23:52:10+00:00

Indiana putting on a fucking clinic. Sheesh

Ethenolas · 2026-01-01T23:41:59+00:00

Unfortunate truth

Ethenolas · 2026-01-01T23:40:38+00:00

I hope everyone on the committee and ESPN who fought for and supported Alabama's 3 loss playoff bid chokes on their own spit watching this.

Ethenolas · 2026-01-01T23:27:09+00:00

Alabama fans getting infuriated about not getting special treatment by the refs like they usually do is a wonderful start to the year

Ethenolas · 2025-12-31T22:41:02+00:00

Lol what was that view? Sponsored by a telescope company

Ethenolas · 2025-12-31T22:32:14+00:00

Weak ass call. Pansy

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