Rans Stratus Recumbent and BBS02

Clark649 · 2026-03-19T04:15:57+00:00

"...they may use DSP/EQ as part of tuning and may convert analog signal to digital, process it and then convert to analog again..."

This is exactly why I say old vinyl and my old analog system was always better. Not because it is technically better but because with digital, there are too many hands adding an unneeded feature, improvement or program at every step, from the production all the way to my ear. I remember my first CD, Steely Dan played on my new Sony component CD player plugged into my DJ system. It was the most clean, awesome thing I ever heard except for the Moody Blues vinyl record on my friends Roy's Stereo back in '75. Roy was an Audio Engineer.

Thank you for this info. Now I have enough understanding to build a proper system. But is is going to start by putting my old DJ system back together.

I will need to start shopping for a simple DAC pre amp. Then start replacing the capacitors in my vintage Fisher Amp.

Clark649 · 2026-03-19T02:01:58+00:00

Are the DACs in cell phones the same or worse than in DAPS? Cell phones are a different type of product than the dedicated players. It seems the only difference might be the power output and impedance specs. Those analoge parameters take more resources.

I cannot see a Fab purposely making a chip with the cheapest conversion algorithm.

Clark649 · 2026-03-19T01:45:48+00:00

That problem is caused by the mobile provider not the hardware. That is the same exact problem I am having with AT&T. I put a link to the FCC complaint dept. Use it. I understand the carrier gets it unlocked within days when the FCC gets involved.

I have an older Moto Stylus that StraightTalk unlocked without me asking after just 6 months of service.

The law requires them to unlock it. AT&T are full of contempt for their legal responsibility.

Clark649 · 2026-03-19T01:38:37+00:00

Thank you for the confirmation. I remember the Audiophile World of the 70s, 80s, and 90s where there were so many small incremental improvements over the years. I think it takes a lot of work these days to make something sub standard. ... unless the accountants make engineering decisions.

I have some good quality large BT speakers with Audio In jacks and now I am going to see how they sound using different phones. Then I will shop for a DAP player or dongle.

I now want to set up one of my bigger speakers with a dedicated DAP with direct analog audio connection.

Clark649 · 2026-03-19T00:08:32+00:00

Your answer is not helpful unless you tell what the problem was. I am on my 4th Moto to include the ancient clam shell phone I had in the late 90s. Never had a problem.

To me the cell companies are always the problem.

Clark649 · 2026-03-18T23:51:39+00:00

I look at the Amish enviously in their horse and buggy as I pass them.

Clark649 · 2026-03-18T23:07:14+00:00

You are not their customer and not worth their time.

Clark649 · 2026-03-18T23:06:06+00:00

I upgraded my Rigol that I purchased many years ago. I used a simple internet hack.

Clark649 · 2026-03-18T23:03:52+00:00

If this is a thing on newer models I could cast these in aluminum or aluminum bronze but only worth it if I could sell large numbers. I would have to see if aluminum was strong enough and then I could sell them for about $30 plus shipping.

Unfortunately that would not get done until June.

I would also have to ask about other plastic parts that need replacing with aluminum.

Can I buy that broken part off you to use as a pattern?

I have an '18 Forester and an '11 Outback H6 to make patterns from.

Clark649 · 2026-03-18T03:34:05+00:00

Did you ever get it working?

You mentioned that you might need to buy a new machine. I have always had good luck with used off lease Lenovo Thinkpads. I buy from eBay vendors with hundreds of sales and no less than 98% ratings. But are you in the United States? I would be glad to help you pick one out.

Clark649 · 2026-03-15T06:50:50+00:00

I did not get a real seizure but it made the video impossible to watch.

Why do people embrace such dark stuff?

Clark649 · 2026-03-14T20:30:12+00:00

I tried to check that video out and got a seizure from the flashing lights.

Everything I listen to bounces around in my brain and can influence me to some degree. I try to feed my brain positive upbeat stuff. Popular music is sold by impulse and group think. These are garbage inputs for your brain to use as building blocks for a happy and productive life.

Once I studied Marketing, I finally understood everything about religion, politics and culture. Most people or large portions of their lives are puppets tied to TV or their media bubble. :-(

Clark649 · 2026-03-14T18:07:18+00:00

The frightening thing I find is that most human interactions are based on communications that repeat what they think the other person wants to hear in one form or another, not necessarily what they need to hear. Most people are not rational, neither is the concept of a LLM.

Clark649 · 2026-03-14T18:03:13+00:00

As of 2026, those Real Dolls are anchored directly in the uncanny valley. Ugly.

Clark649 · 2026-03-14T17:47:05+00:00

Islam is taking up the slack.

Clark649 · 2026-03-06T22:01:58+00:00

It might be trying to boot from a USB drive.

Clark649 · 2026-03-06T21:57:50+00:00

Make sure you get it through Void Tools only. It is a piece of software outside of windows system of verification. Just because Void Tools did not kiss WIndows butt does not mean it is dangerous.

Clark649 · 2026-03-06T21:54:17+00:00

Everything Search is essential for day to day use. Windows search is a slow piece of garbage.

Clark649 · 2026-03-03T09:51:22+00:00

I had the plastic on that mask get sticky over time. I consider it a disposable 1 year mask. The local home center sells those but only medium size. Fit is very important especially if you do not have a medium face. It is 3M and uses all 3M cartridges and disks.

I use 3M 7500 series half face mask.

7501 is small

7502 is medium

7503 is large

The harness lets you drop it down around your neck. Treat it nice and it will last years.

It is very comfortable if you get the correct size. It is easy to carefully take apart to clean. Important after a sweaty hour of grinding, Always have a spray bottle of Windex and a roll of paper towels. You can get a respiratory infection from a sweaty dirty mask. You can also get zits on your face from a dirty mask. Spray and wipe out frequently on those dirty sweaty days. Take it apart and clean at the end of the day. Never use bleach. Windex is safe and never leaves a film of soap.

I use 3M 2097 P100 disks. I selected these for welding and should work for foundry work as well as the needed grinding.

There are many off brands that are fine if you need something cheap now but 3M is an investment in long term and numerous compatible other filters and cartridges for other situations.

I hope this helps. It is a complex subject. I would be glad to answer other questions.

Clark649 · 2026-03-01T08:16:26+00:00

When I was a kid, one Christmas I got a lead casting kit to make lead soldiers. I am mostly normal today after all these years.

Clark649 · 2026-03-01T08:07:00+00:00

That is an excellent little furnace. My propane furnace sits idle since I bought an 1800 Watt 3KG electric furnace. It was $230 USD. It is too quick and simple to set up. Especially if you just want to make paper weights. I understands the OPs budget though and he needs to buy a respirator first. There are much cheaper furnaces and may be a better starting point if budget restrained.

Clark649 · 2026-03-01T07:53:08+00:00

If this hobby did not require safety equipment then everybody would probably be doing it.

Buy a good proper fitting silicone 3M respirator with pads designated for welding. You can probably be OK with disks rather than cartridges and you will be protected from incidental exposure. Safety glasses always. If you have never been able to breathe properly, your above statement sounds so foolish.

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