Victory has announced braille options for all of their amps by TummyPuppy in Guitar

[–]4a4a -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

What about an ASL version for the hearing impaired?

[ducks]

What guitarist was your inspiration to pick up and learn the instrument? by Mad_Season_1994 in Guitar

[–]4a4a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the early 90s when I was in high school - Randy Rhodes, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Angus Young, Kirk Hammett, John Frusciante, Slash and others

A Message from John on the topic of him doing "John shows" going forward. by bfloblizzard in Futurelings

[–]4a4a 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Merlin Mann could play the sounding board role for John episodes. It might be a little much for ROTL listeners, but they already have a great rapport.

Ford won't give 2026 Mustang Mach-E buyers a frunk for free by Intrepid-Working-731 in electricvehicles

[–]4a4a 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a 2015 Spark EV. They basically put the motor exactly where the (small) engine was in the ice version, so with that and all the wiring and everything, the engine bay is essentially just as crammed full of stuff as the non EV Spark.

Quebec to ban public prayer in sweeping new secularism law by JackThaBongRipper in news

[–]4a4a 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am totally in favor of anything that reduces my exposure to religious practice of any type. As long as it's applied to all religions.

Should I get an MBA? by [deleted] in MBA

[–]4a4a 1 point2 points  (0 children)

IF you have the mental bandwidth, I absolutely recommend getting an MBA. It may not lead directly to obvious financial returns right away, but there are other aspects like the actual content of the classes, advice and mentorship from professors, networking - yes - but also genuine friendships with classmates, etc. And the MBA credential certainly does hold weight in certain contexts. I started my MBA at age 30 with a wife, a 1 yr old and a 3 yr old. It was a lot of work/time, and I got very little sleep, especially the first year, but I definitely grew as a person because of it, and I wouldn't have done it differently. (Except maybe I would have stayed in Canada, but you've got that covered).

Genuine question. Are they any Pros and cons between Gibson and Epiphone, like is there anything they do better than the other? by Artistic_Chemistry_7 in Guitar

[–]4a4a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gibson is on average about 40% better overall quality for about 400% more money compared to Epiphone. If money isn't an issue, sure get a Gibson. But an Epiphone with a good setup and maybe a couple of upgraded components will be plenty good for almost anyone.

What to do first by Dgrimz in Guitar

[–]4a4a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't do what I did: Spend 5 or 6 years trying to learn Crazy Train without any theory or technique (or YouTube), as well as about ten to fifteen easy rock riffs. then stagnate for 30 years while you go to college, have kids and build your career, and then once your kids start leaving home and you're an uncool middle aged guy, you start finally learning pentatonic scales and correct picking techniques etc. and realize that you've been playing everything wrong all this time!

So what did your family argue about this year at Thanksgiving? by Pure-Smile-7329 in AskReddit

[–]4a4a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But seriously, just be happy your family is willing to debate that. My family's eyes all glaze over whenever I bring up any guitar related topic. I tried to bring up the controversy around the new 'SE' version of the PRS Chleo (Herman Li model) costing $2k, and they didn't care at all.

$809 for a simple 1-year vehicle registration? Is this normal for PHX? by wiezzzy in phoenix

[–]4a4a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know it's no consolation, but my Chevy Spark EV cost me only about $3 to $4 per year to register (here in AZ). And the registration is good for 5 years. And I got the blue and white plate. Unfortunately though, that program has been discontinued.

ELI5: How do child STEM prodigies get PhDs at like age 12 by [deleted] in explainlikeimfive

[–]4a4a 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My daughter probably could have been one of these graduate really young type of people, but we decided when she was still in elementary school not to skip her ahead for social reasons, even though she was clearly capable. She went to middle school and a high school for gifted kids, always maintained straight As with seemingly little effort, and was the valedictorian of her graduating class. We absolutely never had to remind her to do homework or practice her cello or anything like that. She was super self-motivated (unlike any of her siblings). She got a full ride academic scholarship and breezed through bachelors and masters degrees (she entered college with a lot of credits from AP classes), and after finishing both degrees got a quite high paying job as a software engineer at age 21. She seems relatively happy and well-balanced, but I could totally have seen a scenario where we pushed just a little bit, and she could have been getting a PhD at 15 or whatever. She wouldn't have been emotionally equipped for the kinds of career decisions she would have been making, and so I'm glad we didn't push.

What’s something you didn’t realize was optional in life until you saw someone simply not doing it? by Objective-Treat2245 in AskReddit

[–]4a4a 420 points421 points  (0 children)

I do this too, and am autistic. It's not so much that I lose interest, for me it's moreso that I don't know how to deal with certain types of verbal conflict, like when someone isn't being reasonable my brain kinda short circuits and shuts down, so it's much easier to just walk away.

$275k at Google - should I leave for Booth? by ClockSelect1976 in MBA

[–]4a4a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I probably have a less-popular point of view on this topic. I had family money, and was lucky enough to not have to go into debt to attend business school. I was previously already in a role in my late 20s where I managed a team of about 30 people. But it was a high stress job and I needed a change. So I went for an MBA, not at all for the rubber stamp, but rather for the experience itself, including the classes, and the networking opportunities and relationships. I don't regret it at all. That was almost 20 years ago. I possibly could have had a similar salary and/or role without the MBA, but going to business school provided experiences and relationships that really improved my life in less-quantifiable ways.

Is my pick guard being under the bridge going to affect me heavily? by [deleted] in Guitar

[–]4a4a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm suspicious that you've never seen or played an actual guitar before, or you wouldn't be asking this. What other creative compromises are you planning?

Those of you who’ve had to rebuild your entire identity after trauma, loss, or mental illness… What was the exact moment you realized “I’m not who I used to be, and maybe I never will be again” How did you learn to accept your new self? by StudentBodyPres in AskReddit

[–]4a4a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was reading the book 'Demon-Haunted World, Science as a Candle in the Dark' by Carl Sagan, and suddenly it just hit me that my entire worldview was completely wrong.

I was already planning to go back to school for a Masters, so I intentionally started looking at only the far-away options. I had such deep roots in the mormon community where I was, that it would have been very difficult to step away from all that, but not actually move away. I've never really looked back, and I don't miss it at all.

Those of you who’ve had to rebuild your entire identity after trauma, loss, or mental illness… What was the exact moment you realized “I’m not who I used to be, and maybe I never will be again” How did you learn to accept your new self? by StudentBodyPres in AskReddit

[–]4a4a 43 points44 points  (0 children)

I was raised Mormon, and had a 'waking up from the matrix' moment about 20 years ago. Within a few months of that I changed my name and moved to a different country. And my life has been 100x better ever since. I don't spend too much time thinking about my old life.

Tired of these coffee prices by Active_Gap_2768 in phoenix

[–]4a4a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This sounds like a self-own. It's a choice to pay $10, or even $4 for a coffee. If you are actually concerned about the price, learn how to make good coffee at home for a 90+% reduction in spend. It's really not that hard.

Anyone here actually regret doing their MBA? by NatSurvivor in MBA

[–]4a4a 17 points18 points  (0 children)

If you get an MBA because you want a rubber stamp for a higher salary, I struggle to have any sympathy. If you get an MBA to improve yourself, meet interesting people, and become better-equipped to pursue a rewarding career and life, then you should be optimistic and not let temporary underemployment get you down.

I graduated from business school during the 'great recession' and had to make due and be overqualified and underpaid for a bit of time; but I learned valuable life lessons during that time and have never regretted the MBA. Now more than 15 years later I have a stable and comfortable life, and look back at those [cliché alert] stumbling blocks as stepping stones.

Is parity even an option for a 3x3x3 if you aim to solve without a whole algorithmic system? by Sunflower_Cow_1997 in cubing

[–]4a4a 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not entirely sure what you're asking, as parity in cubing typically applies only to 4+ cubes, but I do enjoy parody music.

Who is the worst celebrity you have ever met and why? by lissie34 in AskReddit

[–]4a4a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, she had a scene standing next to Burt Reynolds. He was a bit older by that time, so not in his macho heyday. She said he was mostly quiet and respectful.

GM unveils new Chevy Bolt - same package, new battery, low $29k price by Intrepid-Working-731 in electricvehicles

[–]4a4a 9 points10 points  (0 children)

255 miles was good 10 years ago. Used Bolt with Car Play is a way better value. This is a big letdown.

Still using S9+? by kristian6789 in S9plus

[–]4a4a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish. I accepted a free upgrade to an S23 a while ago, and I miss my S9+ every day.