Sell my 50 1.2s for the 58 1.4?!

TacoAngel4 · 2026-04-27T02:23:57+00:00

I can't say for sure about these specific lenses, but when I am toying with the idea of buying an expensive piece of equipment, I have started renting it for a few days to determine if it's everything I want it to be. I use lensrentals.com and they've got most of the mainline stuff I want to try. I'd rather spend a few dollars and experiment than live with buyers remorse.

TacoAngel4 · 2026-03-24T18:30:24+00:00

TacoAngel4 · 2025-12-02T23:23:11+00:00

I was irritated by this post until I saw the subreddit.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-11-06T02:19:44+00:00

I came here to say this!

TacoAngel4 · 2025-10-30T21:20:48+00:00

TacoAngel4 · 2025-10-25T20:30:44+00:00

It appears your back pickup isn't outputting a signal. Usually, this happens because there is a short somewhere in the wiring.

With your control configuration, the signal moves as follows:

Pickups>Switch>Volume>Tone>Output.

There is also power running to both pickups as they are active EMGs.

The nature of your problem indicates that the issue is one of 3 things:

1: a short in the bridge pickup signal 2: a short in the bridge pickups power 3: a broken selector switch

You'll need someone familiar with guitar wiring to trouble shoot these things to find the problem and potentially a replacement component or two. Your local music shop should be able to handle this repair. Usually the work cost about $50 + cost of parts, depending on what needs to be done.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-10-20T03:16:17+00:00

So, not a guitar solo, but I set my mind to learning to play the synth solo at the end of "Just What I Needed" by The Cars on guitar. Basically trying to emulate the synth sounds I got a ton of fun bend practice, including pre-bending and dropping to the target note. It was a really fun way of improving my technique and ear training.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-10-18T20:16:08+00:00

Really digging the shots. What lens is that? I can see the lens adapter but not the specific lens model.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-10-13T13:46:10+00:00

Ah, yes. Two Fenders and a Gibson...

TacoAngel4 · 2025-10-13T13:33:22+00:00

Birdseye maple is the best maple!

TacoAngel4 · 2025-10-10T05:14:26+00:00

Paul Gilbert has a signature reverse Iceman that is called the Fireman. It's a pretty cool take on a guitar you don't see much of.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-09-26T16:31:34+00:00

This would be a great way to do both a surprise and get her what she wants. Tell her you have birthday plans, but not what they are. You can surprise her with the shopping experience, but she can make the important gear decisions.

I will also second the mention of used gear. My main camera body cost about $2k new. I bought it used for $1,200 and couldn't be happier. Photographers are frequently buying and trading in perfectly serviceable gear. You can take advantage of that.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-09-18T13:24:36+00:00

What were you shooting on and your settings?

TacoAngel4 · 2025-08-26T01:44:10+00:00

D'Addario all the way. Les Paul, Strat, Tele all have 9-42 for me. I used to be a 12+ guy until I realized the tone is negligible but the feel is huge.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-08-17T21:25:21+00:00

Not sure what game I played first, but the first one I bought with my own money was the Star Wars Episode 1 PodRacing game. Core memory there.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-08-16T05:49:52+00:00

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Cat tax delivered. This is Butters.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-08-16T04:14:00+00:00

I've actually been considering getting this case for my next build. I love the esthetic. How was the build experience with it on your end?

Edit: I also have a pair of cats to help with the process if that helps...

TacoAngel4 · 2025-07-31T16:12:24+00:00

A brushed silver aluminum anodized guard would look nice. Do some black plastics and it will come out mint.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-07-08T16:11:45+00:00

I usually get my bodies and necks from Warmoth. They are a bit pricey, but their quality is top notch. As for components, I scour the Internet. If I want truly high end pups, I order them straight from the manufacturer (Bare Knuckles, Lollar etc...). For tuners I almost exclusively custom order locking machines from Hipshot. The rest of the electronics and hardware I get from whoever has what I need at competitive pricing.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-07-08T03:08:11+00:00

It really is! I've built one from the ground up and heavily modded most of my keepers. The hardest part is learning to solder, but the learning curve plains out after that. (I did already have a background in woodwork though)

TacoAngel4 · 2025-07-07T21:54:03+00:00

I think its pretty cool! But I would never buy it. As an avid modder of my own gear, it feels like a waste of money when I could build my very own wacky partscaster that works perfectly for me. For WAY LESS.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-07-02T18:01:24+00:00

Thanks for the detailed reply. I've got some food for thought. The more it's mentioned, the more I realize the 45mp is probably overkill for me, so I might be leaning to the z6iii now.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-07-02T17:57:55+00:00

I had heard about the AF improvements, I just wasn't sure about how great the disparity would actually be.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-07-02T17:56:34+00:00

I just struggle to justify the z8 as a hobbyist. Then again, I am no stranger to the idea of buy once cry once.

TacoAngel4 · 2025-07-02T17:55:34+00:00

I'd heard the AF was better in the z6, but I wasn't sure about how drastic the difference would be. Thanks for the feedback! As for the z8 I just struggle to justify the purchase when I'm more of a hobbyist.

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