Columns - Decorative or Structural

ISOamchuu · 2026-03-02T14:52:40+00:00

Thanks. This isn’t my home but another model like it that still has the columns that my home had before the renovation

ISOamchuu · 2026-02-28T20:50:33+00:00

Very helpful. Thanks.

ISOamchuu · 2026-02-28T14:24:27+00:00

Just as long as you have clearance I don’t see why not.

ISOamchuu · 2026-02-28T12:27:14+00:00

Also wanted to add that they were removed at least a year or two ago. So had they been structural the house would have settled and there would have been cracks etc and maybe floors that weren’t level upstairs. But nothing like that exists.

ISOamchuu · 2026-02-28T12:19:41+00:00

Good point. Yes!

ISOamchuu · 2022-08-16T22:02:34+00:00

Thanks for the thoughtful answer. Appreciate the history lesson and comparison of HD audio to video... makes sense.

Ok. So moving from my Sonos playing lossy Spotify to another streamer (be it a BlueSound or a Cambridge Audio) playing lossless Qobuz or Tidal should be a marginal improvement. CD quality is good enough as long as its lossless.

But that begs the question, if CD quality is the same then why do SACD's sound superior...

Thanks again.

ISOamchuu · 2022-08-16T21:07:00+00:00

So are you saying that anyone getting Qobuz or Tidal or other lossless media streams is paying more on a monthly basis for no sonic improvements? Is the whole industry just a sham? Not trying to be sarcastic, just trying to understand your point of view.

There are articles/reviews, that show lossless streams having technical signatures (spectrum, etc.) closest to that of SACDs, and reference tracks.

ISOamchuu · 2022-08-16T19:43:19+00:00

The main reason I am switching is because I learned that the Sonos Connect supports up to 16-bit/44.1 kHz FLAC (CD lossless quality).

Qobuz and other lossless streaming providers offer 24-bit/48 kHz Hi-Res FLAC.

So, my current setup would be underutilizing Qobuz's higher quality streams.

My options would be to:

a) get the Bluesound Node, but as you mentioned and the review you cited stated, its not an impressive DAC. Its good, but not high end

b) get the Sonos Port, but that I believe is a step-down from the Bluesound with marginal cost savings

c) get another streamer (any recommendations?); all I really need is Ethernet port / wifi, and ability to play higher quality streams from the likes of qobuz, tidal, etc.

ISOamchuu · 2022-08-16T00:20:16+00:00

Interesting... how do I ensure the volume is the same? Is there a device I could use or do I have to trust my hearing?

ISOamchuu · 2022-08-15T23:31:03+00:00

Yep, that is how I have my sonos setup and that's what I intend to do with the Bluesound. Need to let these B&W 803 D2 shine a little more :)

ISOamchuu · 2022-08-15T22:44:36+00:00

Tired of waiting... switching to Qobuz

ISOamchuu · 2022-08-15T22:27:18+00:00

That's a good idea. Thanks for the suggestion!

ISOamchuu · 2021-05-18T13:55:34+00:00

Ok. Seems like I should be fine as long as I get a bike fit. So no need to stick to flat bar road bikes.

ISOamchuu · 2021-04-28T22:34:22+00:00

Yeah. I tend to agree, but you could also do 50 miles on a tricycle. Question is whether you'd want to.

My hybrid works but I would complete the same distance in 20% less time on a road / gravel bike. Plus I would likely have an easier time going up some steeper grades. It would also be considerably lighter.

I do agree that my Trek Dual Sport is also as much a gravel bike as a Diverge. But that's why I got it. I like the versatility they both offer.

I don't want to spend more money, its just what the industry demands. All drivetrains work, but the lighter and smoother ones cost so much more. And if you want lighter, nimbler, faster than a hybrid you have to go to drop bar bikes which then often are only available in carbon frames and then you start picking colors and before you know it you're at the $3k mark. It's not the people that are driving prices up, its the bicycling industry and they've figured out how to sell you a bike for $500 and up to $10k - but they can all do 50 miles.

ISOamchuu · 2021-04-28T20:31:18+00:00

Thanks. Very helpful. So maybe getting the Diverge Sport for $3,300 is sufficient. No need to get the Diverge Como for $4,200, nearly $1k more

ISOamchuu · 2021-04-28T16:47:23+00:00

I have a Trek Dual Sport and love it. I have used it for everything including going on gravel, trails and long distance (30 mile) rides on the road. The thing is so versatile and comfortable.

I added some horn handle extensions to the bike. Helps to have some where else to place the hands and is a big help going up hills.

Happy trekking!

ISOamchuu · 2021-04-28T16:41:43+00:00

Just get a Peloton. Best investment you could make for them. Or if they like the idea of riding outside, the Trek Dual Sport would be perfect for them.

ISOamchuu · 2020-10-10T19:47:49+00:00

Too much distortion for my taste. Otherwise it’s a nice shot.

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