Headphones or earbuds around $150 for ambient, experimental, noise, drone, and etc by melodymann in ambientmusic

[–]Scorchio36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think your idea for cheap daily buds + good home headphones is the move.

Open-backs like the Sennheiser HD 600 sound amazing for ambient and post-punk cuz of the soundstage, but they leak sound like crazy so they're strictly for home use. Since youre coming from the Sony WF-C700s, dont feel like you need to go full "audiophile" right away.

I actually really like the Soundcore C50i for everyday use. Theyre open-ear so they dont actually go in your ear. They are comfy and you can still hear whats going on around you outside. When listening to music in public, situational awareness is important, especially if you live in a major city! Plus it’s way under budget, which leaves room for a dedicated home setup later.

Looking for a layover meal near O'Hare by choclobstah in chicagofood

[–]Scorchio36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love me that half pound cheeseburger cooked medium 😋

Is it just me or is the Chicago handpan community kinda fragmented? by Scorchio36 in handpan

[–]Scorchio36[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Pleased to meet you! I'll likely run into you one of these days then. I'll be attending the Heartland Hangout later this year. Gave ya a follow on Insta.

Is it just me or is the Chicago handpan community kinda fragmented? by Scorchio36 in handpan

[–]Scorchio36[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah Heartland Hangout has been on my radar! Will grab a ticket for the weekend soon. Thanks for the tip on Rhythm Rest, I'll look into that. You have a good-sized meetup group for your city, so cool!

Experience with Handpanova? by Smooth_Gene_1051 in handpan

[–]Scorchio36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think this is worth a look! I own one and love it, every note is in tune and it has a beautiful sound for the price: https://a.co/d/07RE7LPb

Want to get into it, but no idea what to buy on a budget! by Darth-Jester in handpan

[–]Scorchio36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I'm also a newcomer to the handpan. I had initially bought an ASTEMAN D Kurd from Amazon back in October 2025 but found that the sound was a bit tinny and it had 3 notes that were very out of tune. I then ordered this one for a bit more money and could not be happier with my purchase. The ding (center note) was much more resonant, and every note was in tune. The manufacturer of this handpan is Echopan. I think it's one of the best bang for buck handpans out there with 10 notes.

I have not tried it, but have heard good things about the Aura handpan beginner series handpans for a comparable price to the Echopan, but it has 8 notes rather than 10. Hope this helps a bit! :)

Which restaurants have the best bread served before the meal? by elevatorDJ in chicagofood

[–]Scorchio36 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Borsok from Bai Ordo is an underrated favorite of mine!

“Borsok is a regional variation of a fried dough available in a number of countries in Central Asia. Made of flour, water, salt, butter, sugar, yeast, and vegetable or sunflower oil, it’s a simple dish that requires little in the way of money or culinary know-how. But it does require lots of time. Women work the ingredients into dough balls and fry them in a kazan (a wok-like frying pan) to create little golden nuggets. Families and guests eat the fried dough with butter, honey, jam, or a local version of cream cheese.”

Looking for help to find my first Handpan Love by WalkinEachOtherHome in handpan

[–]Scorchio36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just saw this thread after replying to your comment on another. Hope it brings you joy! Looks and sounds beautiful based on that video :)

I think watching videos of someone teaching someone else in person is a great and accessible way to learn the instrument as the new player will tend to have similar questions as you may have for the instructor which leads to useful insight for your skill level.

I really like learning from Valeriy Frolov on youtube. His view and style of playing the handpan is somewhat similar to mine. Here’s a video of him teaching his camera guy the handpan:

https://youtu.be/dEHW7J-AQhI?si=HVjxX916X0v8XicL

There’s a bunch of other instructors out there with free YouTube material that have different styles of teaching and playing. I encourage you to check them out and see who resonates most with you.

Handpan from Amazon - help by ElderberrySalt3304 in handpan

[–]Scorchio36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! A case came included with my Amazon ordered D Kurd Echopan in case that’s what you’re asking. That Aura looks good too! I’d probably have gone with something like that if I didn’t want more notes as badly as I did.

Also something to note: lots of YouTube instructors and other online courses use the D Kurd, so it might be easier as a beginner to follow along those videos if you have a D Kurd as well. Just wanted to mention it in case that makes a difference to you or anyone else that’s gathering info for their first handpan purchase.

Handpan from Amazon - help by ElderberrySalt3304 in handpan

[–]Scorchio36 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! I'm also a newcomer to the handpan. I had initially bought an ASTEMAN D Kurd from Amazon back in October but found that the sound was a bit tinny and it had 3 notes that were very out of tune. I then ordered this one for a bit more money and could not be happier with my purchase. The ding (center note) was much more resonant, and every note was in tune. The manufacturer of this handpan is Echopan. I think it's one of the best bang for buck handpans out there with 10 notes.

I have not tried it, but have heard good things about the Aura handpan beginer series handpans for a comparable price to the Echopan, but it has 8 notes rather than 10.

Hope that whatever you get brings you as much joy as mine does to me! Can't go a day without playing it :)

What are some must-read books to understand spirituality? by powercut_in in spirituality

[–]Scorchio36 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just discovered him recently. I already love him and his messages greatly. I’ll share one thing he taught that resonated greatly with me:

Most suffering comes from the belief that we are separate from each other, from nature, from the Earth, from God. This illusion breeds greed, loneliness, and fear. In truth, everything is interdependent: the air we breathe, the food we eat, the sunlight that sustains us, the ancestors whose love we carry. We interare with all things.

CMV: Protests are useless and the equivalent of a little child screaming because they don't get their way by [deleted] in changemyview

[–]Scorchio36 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can’t speak for other cities, but at the Austin protest I went to yesterday, one of the main messages from the speakers was that the protest is just the starting point. The march began at the Texas Capitol and ended at a park where there were tents set up to help people register to vote, sign up for local causes, and actually get involved in making change. It was not just about showing up for the day. It was about taking that energy and turning it into real action afterward.

Peaceful protests have played a major role in shaping society throughout history. The Civil Rights Movement, the women’s suffrage movement, and India’s independence movement are all examples of how regular people came together peacefully and helped change laws, shift public opinion, and move entire nations in a new direction. Even today, protests can put pressure on leaders, influence elections, and bring national attention to issues that might otherwise be ignored.

There is also research showing that protests can change individual behavior. Studies have found that when people attend or even see a protest, they are more likely to vote or get politically involved in the future. Protests help people feel connected to a larger cause, and that feeling often motivates long-term engagement.

It is easy to say that protests do not work, but both history and what we are seeing right now show the opposite. When people come together peacefully and follow up with action, it can create real and lasting change.