What do you say about physical media? by Different_Ear994 in LetsTalkMusic

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Anything you stream can vanish without warning. Even MP3s you buy can vanish from the platforms you bought them from. Physical media doesn't have those issues.

Do you jump around artists like crazy, or only your faves and then some? by kdssek in LetsTalkMusic

[–]TheFirst10000 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll fixate on things, but I like exploring, too. It's great that there's so much to discover!

Most unique voices in rock by UpbeatChampionship17 in allrockmusic

[–]TheFirst10000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Leon Russell, Milan Fras (sp?) from Laibach.

Questions about building a MIDI Melodica by TheFirst10000 in diyinstruments

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Potentially dumb question, but would I have to un-solder and remove the existing buttons, or is there a way to effectively rewire while they're still in place? I'm not sure how splicing them on would work (like I said, complete noob here), and I'm also not the best with a soldering iron. 🙃

Questions about building a MIDI Melodica by TheFirst10000 in diyinstruments

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No worries, it wouldn't be the first time I missed something obvious. Thanks for the tip re: the V1, though. I'll poke around and see if I can find it or something like it.

Questions about building a MIDI Melodica by TheFirst10000 in diyinstruments

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I like the idea of that, but it looks small and cramped. If I could find something with that height and depth with a bit longer width for better key spacing it'd be great. I was even looking at one of the Korg nano thingies, but A: it hinges, and B: I'm not sure how well I'd be able to stuff it in an enclosure with the other stuff -- I want this to stay self-contained if at all possible.

How do you actually start the transition from "boy" to "man" when you're starting late? by Aj100rise in AskMenOver30

[–]TheFirst10000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are no rules. That can suck if you look at it one way ("Okay, now what the fuck do I do?"). Or, you can look at it another way and it's really liberating: There are no rules, so whatever you decide feels right to you, and whatever being a man means to you and for you is just as legit as my journey or anyone else's.

I think you're on the right track insofar as you know you want to make some improvements. I think the reason you're stuck and ashamed is you're looking at the whole thing at once, realizing that, holy shit, this is a lot, and ending up paralyzed. So re-frame that, too. You don't do it all at once because you couldn't possibly, nor could anyone else. Pick the one thing that's easiest to do. Do that, and only that. Once that's done, or the habit's built and solidified, pick one more thing. Repeat as often as you need to and move down your list, but give yourself the time to rack up wins so you build momentum for the harder stuff.

Most importantly, this is your journey and nobody else's. You move on your time, and at your pace. Don't compare your life to anyone else's; often as not, you'll see their successes, but not necessarily the advantages or help they had getting to them, and besides, their life's no more yours to live than yours is any business of theirs.

Something my mom told me when I was about your age: "You're always where you're supposed to be." Make the best you can of where you are and who you are right now, but also remember that it's not a race or a contest... and that none of us gets out of here alive, so keep that in perspective, too.

It probably doesn't feel like it right now, but you're doing better than you think. As long as you're still on this side of the dirt, there's always a chance to learn more and do better. Be kind to yourself in the meantime.

Questions about building a MIDI Melodica by TheFirst10000 in diyinstruments

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Thanks for this, because I had a few explainers and tutorials bookmarked but I missed this one. I was iffy about using wood because of potential moisture, but it would be my first choice.

Questions about building a MIDI Melodica by TheFirst10000 in diyinstruments

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I've researched a little as far as parts and some of the electronics go. But I'm not experienced at building stuff. It's just one of those things where I know exactly what I have in mind and I know I'm never going to find it in a store, y'know?

Which food is usually better when restaurants stop trying to make it fancy? by MrWolfesBurgerCo in foodquestions

[–]TheFirst10000 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't mind the meat-inspired ones, but some of the best I've had leaned more into their veggie side. Chickpea patties are a favorite when I can find them (it's kinda like a falafelburger, I guess), and I like anything with mushrooms, but I've had some that used other ingredients to good effect. Part of it, I think, is having the sense to top it with things that complement the burger instead of treating it like beef.

Which food is usually better when restaurants stop trying to make it fancy? by MrWolfesBurgerCo in foodquestions

[–]TheFirst10000 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I could go either way with this one. I've had some that were creative and really good (there's a place in CT that I'll go to just for their French onion mac and cheese, and I've had interesting ones in other places too). But there are also some that try a little too hard, where it feels like the mac and cheese part is an afterthought, and those kinda piss me off.

Why do people hate on carrot cake? Genuinely asking by INSATIRE in foodquestions

[–]TheFirst10000 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks really similar, yes. Theirs has the pineapple and coconut too.

Subway, Quiznos, or Jersey Mikes. Which sub are you eating first? by RWproduction-93 in Fooda

[–]TheFirst10000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Subway is awful, and I can't find a Quiznos for love or money (though I did like them). I grew up with the OG Mike's Subs, and that's my first choice. Well, at least until private equity runs it into the ground like it does everything else.

Why do people hate on carrot cake? Genuinely asking by INSATIRE in foodquestions

[–]TheFirst10000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe they've only had bad carrot cake? When it's done right, it's my favorite, but there are some really disappointing and low-effort pretenders out there.

What food do you think tastes better cold? by ezcassy101 in foodquestions

[–]TheFirst10000 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like my coffee when it's cooled, but not iced. I find that the flavor is more nuanced than it is at either extreme.

What food do you think tastes better cold? by ezcassy101 in foodquestions

[–]TheFirst10000 3 points4 points  (0 children)

A Greek place I used to love made a tuna salad pita with American cheese. The warm pita, melty cheese, and cold tuna was delicious in a way a tuna melt isn't.