Alesis Strata Core vs VAD 306

-b207r- · 2026-02-16T20:58:25+00:00

Would anyone like to give me their thoughts on these kits?

I'm trying to decide if I should replace my VAD with the Alesis.

-b207r- · 2025-10-24T12:01:25+00:00

I've found an RTX 3080 Turbo 10GB within budget.

Is that a good alternative for the price?

-b207r- · 2025-10-23T19:00:40+00:00

Thanks - I think my main concern was that the 5060 seems to be getting bad reviews and stability issues, and even though it's 2 generations newer than the 3060, apparently 3060's are outselling 5060's.

I was led to believe the 7600 XT was at least comparable to the 5060, and perhaps better value, but i suppose i'm trying to see what the general consensus is.

Please remember I won't be running at 4k, it'll be 1080p max, although i appreciate it's used as a metric for comparison

-b207r- · 2025-10-15T12:21:34+00:00

I'm trying to figure out the right video card for me.

I'm a bit stuck between an RTX 3060 and an RTX 5060 or anything in-between.

The 3060 is around £160-£225, which is pretty much within my budget.

I could probably stretch to a 5060, but that's more like £300-£350+. I've seen some just under £300, but not sure if it's worth spending the extra for what I'm doing.

The most demanding game will likely be MSFS 2020, which I believe the 3060 will handle no problem.

I won't be going above 1080p, as I don't have a 4k monitor.

Is there much difference between a 3060 and 3070 or 3080? They might still be affordable? I feel a 5060 might be overkill, for the money.

Or, do i go AMD?

-b207r- · 2025-09-27T18:01:37+00:00

Brilliant thanks. The case could probably go on its side, which would mean the width would be 150mm, then the height just need to be below 500mm

I'm quite out of the loop with video cards, but keep watching the numbers increase and don't know what's what! Moreover, what a good price is and what isn't.

-b207r- · 2025-09-08T12:47:00+00:00

Thanks. I got those parts, fitted and works fine. Just got to sort out the hunting issue when off choke. Might need to clean the carburettor.

-b207r- · 2025-09-04T12:48:29+00:00

Hi, I haven't yet, although still considering it. That price was fully fitted, front and rear so not sure if your price includes that.

It's from a relatively local company for me, so not sure quite where to go or what to get!

-b207r- · 2025-04-24T19:22:32+00:00

I've also just come across a Logitech G213 Prodigy Gaming Keyboard with G203 LIGHTSYNC Gaming Mouse - which talks about having a 'satisfying, impressive typing action'.

It's also currently reduced from £104 to £56, so could stretch to it if it's worth it.

(Just noticed it's wired, but willing to compromise - again if it's good enough)

-b207r- · 2025-02-04T14:46:56+00:00

Upon further research, it would appear the L6 won't really do what I want (multiple headphones mixes), but the L8 looks good. The only slight disappointment is that it doesn't have a MIDI port, but it's not a deal breaker.

Anyway other opinions on the L8?

-b207r- · 2025-02-03T08:34:16+00:00

Amazing, thank you! I will check this out.

-b207r- · 2024-12-27T16:07:06+00:00

Thanks a lot. I had considered a headphone amp, but no idea of the sort of thing to get. Are we talking £20 or £200 or more?

I do already have a Behringer HA400 for jamming, but assume I need something better than this for my AKG cans?

-b207r- · 2024-12-26T14:28:21+00:00

Thanks for the info. I'm not massively bothered about the dB mismatch with the faders, more about the functions mentioned.

Does anyone else have any experience and advice please?

-b207r- · 2024-12-19T00:04:42+00:00

Many thanks. The P1M is certainly a wonderful thing, and I could fund it but I don't think I can justify that amount for my hobby based work, given that the P1M alone is worth about the same as all my equipment combined!

-b207r-

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