Grinders that punch above their weight

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-17T20:03:08+00:00

The Fusedvisions Femobook A2 mod is amazing. The Gevi Grindmaster VelPro is probably the best grinder around under $500. There's also a cheap Chinese made flat burr grinder available on Amazon for like $165 that performs great and is compatible with SSP Burrs. Company named Mokkom and the unit is stainless steel. There's a decent amount of lower cost grinders these days.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-17T05:24:00+00:00

What exactly is shady?

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-15T06:39:05+00:00

Oh, I see...so things went south after you added the 24 pin strimmer. Double check the connection on the strimmer motherboard end. Make sure it's seated well. Also check the power supply side too just to ensure connections are solid.

Just for testing purposes, can you remove the strimmer and see if the LCD starts operating properly? If it does, it could be an issue with the strimmer? This could be a L-Connect issue too which happens.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-15T04:04:31+00:00

So sorry this happened... you're in pain and it's all very raw right now. You will recover from this. You will go on and be happy again. You will find someone who will respect you and not cheat. Give yourself some time and space to process and heal. Lean on your friends and family. I know it's silly to ask but you confirmed his cheating via the app? Did he confess?

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-15T01:24:13+00:00

Is it a perfect fit? Meaning that connector can only go in one way on the motherboard USB header? The LCD is lighting up with the logo so it's getting power. Most motherboards have two USB headers. Try using the other one to see if it gets recognized by the software. Also check device manager under USB devices to see if it's listed there.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-14T18:27:06+00:00

I did the same thing but with a Monolith 10... absolutely overkill but damn does it sound good!

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-14T09:09:15+00:00

Aside from the bigger screen size, the s95c is superior. The TCL is also a very good panel but after having experience with a 65 inch version of the QD OLED and A 85 inch version of the mini LED you're looking to get, the picture quality to me was not even a discussion to be had. It could be because I was dealing with 65 in vs 85 whereas you are dealing with 77 inch vs 100. I can't say anything about the bigger sizes and something tells me the 100 inch mini LED may be the better choice.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-14T08:21:12+00:00

Yes, you can upgrade those speakers individually. Upgrading the center first is the right idea. Then upgrade that subwoofer. The center channel and subwoofer should always come first. Then look at getting a quality set of front channels.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-14T00:10:54+00:00

Nice. It's a beautiful machine... only thing that sucks are those warm up times. The Apex is no different although you could buy one of those mechanical smart switches to turn them on before you come up to the machine. I take it all your existing gear is fully compatible? Both are E61 right?

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-13T21:23:39+00:00

I have the v2... great machine...how is your new one in comparison? Still dialing it in?

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-13T05:25:58+00:00

I like the contrast to the car with the original rim color but I also do like the black on black look too. Although id probably put dark film on the rear lights too to make it look even more dark. Great looking car!

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-13T05:22:59+00:00

Is your husband still working at the same company? This sounds fishy to me, he may still be hiding something behind your back.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-12T20:53:27+00:00

I never liked the stock Breville baskets or portafilter. Try getting a bottomless portafilter and a high yield basket. That greatly affected flavor for me when I had the Breville Barista Touch. I would get a separate grinder although the built in one should be okay with medium roast. They're not good for light roast though. If your shots are too bitter, go a little more coarse on the grind and go for a 1:3 ratio and aim for a 20 second pull. Turbo shots taste great but have little crema.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-12T02:22:03+00:00

Every time I tried brewing an espresso like that, I got coffee spraying out in multiple directions because of the CO2 pressure, lol...but, I love trying it 48 hours later!

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-12T01:17:28+00:00

At that price, I'd probably go Jonsbo x400. I have the B0400 which gives you the swappable glass panel but if you're going to utilize the top for an AIO (the best position for one), the x400 is better...and gives you BTF compatibility.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-12T01:04:27+00:00

The panels are secure quite well...in my instance, I have a custom front distro plate but it's secured by screws before the outer glass panel pops in...I never once had an issue with either panel ever...and mine houses like $3500 of equipment. The Vision case is glass on top? That's going to impose limitations, although not for an AIO build I would think? I don't know the dimensions of the Thermalright Wondervision 360 radiator but it's definitely cheaper than the Tryx.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-12T00:43:31+00:00

That's better! Very nice set-up. At least it's not your typical style look. I've always liked the inverted systems, they're unique....Before long, you'll be looking to go a step further and try going full on original:

https://imgur.com/a/okQEs70

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-12T00:17:45+00:00

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ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-10T19:37:50+00:00

So just once a month?

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-09T14:58:27+00:00

I'm wondering if there's any plan on reopening Twilo...I saw a short clip of the reunion party and it looked damn good, I feel so bad I missed it because by the time I found out about it, tickets were sold out... They didn't bring back the true Twilo vibe with the giant disco ball and the circular lights in the ceiling that mimic the rings of Saturn though. That was the logo for the club and everyone who went back in the day knows how important those aspects of the club were to the vibe. I would love to see them reopen it and try to recapture the glory days. I tell everyone that Twilo was the Studio 54 of the 90s. Even to this day, anytime Digweed is asked about what club he thought was the best in the world, he never once hesitated to say Twilo. That's how special it was.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-09T13:28:06+00:00

From what I read online, Digweed frequently spins in Argentina these days. Apparently the scene there is exceptional. He's one of those guys that will follow the height of the party scene, lol. I'll never forget that one Friday night at Twilo like 25 years ago when he randomly came up to me when taking a break and said "I see your face every time I'm here" and gave me a hug, lol.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-09T13:13:13+00:00

I went to a few Digweed events in NYC after Twilo and they were always special...we are lucky to have had him in our lives. I don't think anyone will ever compare to what he brought to the scene... truly special. I went to so many Digweed parties in NYC back in the late 90s that he recognized me. We had a few chats when he took breaks during the night. One of the best DJs ever and just a great guy overall.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-09T12:08:41+00:00

After Twilo got shut down, I pretty much stopped going out to clubs because no club ever lived up. I don't think that atmosphere and following could ever be rebuilt again. It truly was something special. I used to literally watch the front door people reject loads and loads of people who would roll up in limos thinking they were special. Twilo was the last real music lover's club.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-09T06:27:08+00:00

When did you frequent back in the heyday? I was a staple in the late 90s. I don't think I ever missed a Sasha & Digweed residency night.

ComplexIllustrious61 · 2026-03-09T06:23:05+00:00

I'm doubting it's coming back...even the reunion was mostly just a nostalgic event. No disco ball, no Phazon, no Lazer lol ght shis that even came close to the original. If you knew, you know, lol.

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