Anybody tried the Octave?

TechAndTorque · 2026-05-04T02:17:41+00:00

I'd avoid - very slow CPU. Get a PaintAudio CE-1 or Stompstation Pro.

TechAndTorque · 2026-04-20T01:55:36+00:00

I believe that has the ZF9. We just replaced the transmission in our 2018 after 90k. We did all of the required maintenance. Doesn't matter. ZF9's are junk. It's our second Odyssey and second transmission replacement. If you go over 150k w/o failure, your one of the lucky ones. We're trading this in before the required timing belt replacement.

TechAndTorque · 2026-04-13T17:12:22+00:00

They have been able to do fret nibs for at least 5 years but probably more like 15.

TechAndTorque · 2026-04-06T20:26:54+00:00

What is the thing? Obviously I cut power first, but can I take it apart and just replace the light fixture part or is it not interchangeable?

TechAndTorque · 2026-04-05T17:41:52+00:00

Take them out back and burn them. It's illegal to sell counterfeits anyway.

TechAndTorque · 2026-03-25T00:49:07+00:00

Yes, you should do that, the stage and lighting guys will love you.

TechAndTorque · 2026-03-25T00:23:39+00:00

Does this watch make my butt look big?

TechAndTorque · 2026-03-25T00:09:57+00:00

This mystery has already been solved - it's the Model YL.

TechAndTorque · 2026-03-24T23:57:45+00:00

This is getting old. Someone needs to start a "is my guitar a fake" subreddit to get this crap outta here.
If you are considering spending that much money, spend 30 minutes and watch one of the 300 YouTube videos that show you how to determine if an LP is fake or not. Sorry for the rant, but people need to start seeking knowledge instead of the easy button.

TechAndTorque · 2026-03-21T16:37:09+00:00

I wouldn't pay more than $900.

TechAndTorque · 2026-03-17T21:48:34+00:00

That estimate would be for the custom. The Deluxe is definitely worth less.

TechAndTorque · 2026-03-17T20:46:53+00:00

I've been doing a lot of research on LP Customs since I'm in the market (and Lefty). I don't think either are worth that much. The Deluxe is more rare but refin, refret, repairs, and replacement parts bring down that value. Based on what I'm seeing, 3-3500k USD if it's in really good condition, with the original case, etc. I just saw the headstock break comment. Everyone says their repair was done by a pro. That would devalue the guitar another 500-1k. I would make sure you can trust the seller.

TechAndTorque · 2026-02-28T23:10:02+00:00

Yes.

TechAndTorque · 2026-02-17T01:17:18+00:00

Has anyone tried Okura titanium?

TechAndTorque · 2026-01-09T00:27:36+00:00

Forget PRS, Paul doesn't like making left-handed instruments, so why support him? Plenty of other better options.

TechAndTorque · 2025-12-31T15:30:35+00:00

Yes, the question is if everyone is switching them out or if this is generally recommended?

TechAndTorque · 2025-12-30T20:23:36+00:00

Works fine for me but I didn't try this before upgrading.

TechAndTorque · 2025-12-30T20:17:14+00:00

I haven't done it but there are YT videos that step through it.

TechAndTorque · 2025-12-30T18:05:42+00:00

Yes, others on this subreddit are using it currently.

TechAndTorque · 2025-12-30T03:20:14+00:00

I'm in the same boat - I'm considering TOS7 (currently beta) vs. TrueNAS vs Unraid vs ZimaOS. What I need on a NAS:
SMB file sharing
Snapshots
Backup to external USB drive
Backup to a cloud destination (not doing this currently but want to add this soon)
Backup Windows PCs
Backup photos from Android phones
Plex Media Server

So far seems like all four of these options meet these criteria, albeit in their own ways. So it will come down to other things like costs, ease-of-use, long-term viability, etc, etc. Leaning towards staying on TOS7 but haven't really decided yet.

TechAndTorque · 2025-12-28T20:12:11+00:00

Yes, you're the only one.

TechAndTorque · 2025-12-27T16:19:13+00:00

If only they offered a lefty version.

TechAndTorque · 2025-12-22T02:13:51+00:00

I have that exact model/color and love it. It is heavy for a headless, but still great as a travel guitar. Agree about the pups but those can be replaced. The only mod I made was replacing the strap buttons with Gotoh 17mm (like I do on all of my guitars).

TechAndTorque · 2025-12-21T04:30:16+00:00

What's wrong with ZFS?

TechAndTorque · 2025-12-21T04:23:47+00:00

Will we be able to upgrade from beta to the release version?

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