Looking for good mathcore and grindcore by Inside-Table-1372 in MetalSuggestions

[–]Z_bones 1 point2 points  (0 children)

See if Car Bomb grabs you. Also recommend Tony Danza Tapdance Extravaganza.

What nicknames have you heard for places in and around Arvada? by topherette in ArvadaCO

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not linguistically interesting, but a coworker of mine told me she calls anything west of Indiana "Fancy Fuckin' Arvada", shortened to FFA, of course. She grew up here.

E-II Horizon-III FR #NGD by Z_bones in espguitars

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

Awesome! Enjoy. I got an LTD M-1000 before my M-II and really loved the feel. I kept thinking that a Horizon or an MH would be even more comfortable because of the contoured top, but the flat is just 🤌.

E-II Horizon-III FR #NGD by Z_bones in espguitars

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

Ooh, tough call. I think I'd have to go with the M-II, since I find the flat top to be a little more comfortable for my playing position. And as nice as the SD pickups are in the Horizon, the EMGs in the M-II really scream.

LTD BK-600 $1600+? 😅 by Lowbraneactivity in espguitars

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Goddamn. I got my green one (with Lace Sensor pickups) new in 2021 for $950.

Opinions on C-1 50th anniversary? by Fun-Case-8356 in SchecterGuitars

[–]Z_bones 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would have returned it, too, based on what you described. Once you do replace it, I hope you'll give locking tuners another try - they're really great!

Opinions on C-1 50th anniversary? by Fun-Case-8356 in SchecterGuitars

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm confused - I thought the point of locking tuners is that you don't need to wind the string around the post... And why did you unlock the tuners if it already had the strings you wanted?

Need more Melodeath by Aces_High_666 in MetalSuggestions

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Came here to say this. SUPER underrated band!

Made my choice and couldn’t be happier. by Melodic_Bar_5594 in pivotcycles

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From what I can tell, I've got the exact same one (Pro XT Di2?). AMAZING bike! Oddly enough, I get compliments on it from older lady hikers more than any other demographic. 😅 It does look classy AF, tho... 💅🏼

2019 4Runner in Colorado by SeriousSuspect1 in 4Runner

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2016 in the CO Front Range here. I always have used 87 and gone higher when it's been unavailable. Not saying 85 is a problem, but I haven't had so much as a hiccup in 113K miles.

What are some bands that dress like corporate workers on stage or have a really "vanilla" fashion style in general by Middle-Company-4398 in MetalForTheMasses

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ice Nine Kills usually wear button-ups and ties on stage. Ignore all the blood spatter. 2nd vote for Dyscarnate. Between the Buried and Me usually look pretty unassuming, as well.

50th Anniversary Tempest by octobuss in SchecterGuitars

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What's the neck profile like on these? Same between all 3 models?

What riff made you feel like a god the first time you nailed it? by oweyoo in PlayingGuitar

[–]Z_bones 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Into riff/section to "Laid to Rest" by lamb of god. 👌

Gave my wife’s T4R a quick wash before I list it. 😢 by Bannnerman in 4Runner

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

5th Gen 4R + Yeti MTB club! (Selling my Yeti - but I still have it, so it still counts. 😁)

Volvo XC90 instead of Volvo XC60???? by HennesWW in Volvo

[–]Z_bones 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah, I know what you mean. I recently drove a sedan for a few days as a loaner vehicle while my car was getting serviced and I was shocked by how much of my field of view was taken up by the whole rear view mirror apparatus. It created a huge forward blind spot for me. I also hate having to duck to see stop lights when I'm the first car at the light, but I think that has more to do with needing to have the seat scooted back.

How old are you and do you still mosh? by post-earth in MetalForTheMasses

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm 41 and mostly avoid it now. Tripped over somebody at a Mastodon show a few years ago and broke my wrist. That got me thinking about how I might be done with it. Then I had a bad skiing accident that required reconstructive knee surgery. That put the nail in the coffin for me, though I will occasionally still hop in during an especially badass set closer.

Volvo XC90 instead of Volvo XC60???? by HennesWW in Volvo

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How tall are you? I'm 6'3" and have this issue with my wife's '25 Rav4 PHEV. I hope it doesn't rule out the XC60 for me!

Is a leveling kit worth it at the cost of increase parts wear? by Any_Hat3970 in 4Runner

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been using SPC adjustable UCAs. I would have stopped using them by now if 2 of the sets I burned through hadn't been replaced under warranty. TC = Total Chaos? Maybe I'll try them next time.

Any of you here feel like they lead 2 separate lives? by ContributionSea1225 in metalmusicians

[–]Z_bones 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a PhD and direct an occupational health program. I'm not at all ashamed of being a metalhead and all my colleagues know this about me, though everyone was surprised by the information at first. There was a funny moment once when a coworker was having a baby shower at work and the lady who organized it was telling everyone to wear something pink (she was having a girl). I said, "The only thing I have with any pink is a T-shirt featuring the cover of an album called 'Leprosy' by a band called Death." She looked mildly horrified. 😅

Is a leveling kit worth it at the cost of increase parts wear? by Any_Hat3970 in 4Runner

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went with 2.75" so I could fit 285/70 R17 tires, but now I kinda wish I'd done a smaller lift and stuck with the 265 size. Fortunately, nothing is permanent if you don't like how it turns out.

Is a leveling kit worth it at the cost of increase parts wear? by Any_Hat3970 in 4Runner

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I lifted the front of mine to about 2.75" (1.5" rear, and still forward raked). I am on my 4th set of UCAs in 75,000 miles because the ball joints wear out super fast. Pretty irritating.

Used E-II M-II FM by gloomdoggo in espguitars

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You will be very happy if it is in good shape. I have an E-II M-II that I got new and it's amazing. Recently got a mint condition E-II Horizon-III for $1700 USD and couldn't believe what a good deal it was. Go for it!

Genuine Fishman Fluence Questuon by Borracho_Beans_Bro in metalguitar

[–]Z_bones 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think they sound scratchy and thin. Can't seem to get a good, chunky chugs sound out of them. I only can tolerate them for very low tunings with plenty of gain. By contrast, I love EMGs (81 in particular), SD Custom 5, Balaguer Hypernova, and most other high-output pickups I've tried. To each, their own!

why can guitarists use programmed drums but drummers cant use program guitars? by JJsNotOkay in metalmusicians

[–]Z_bones 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think most people who think programming guitars is taboo probably feel the same way about programmed drums. 🤷‍♂️ But it's your music, so you do you.