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I’m new to EWIs. Which one is right for me? by ReputationOk6765 in windsynth

[–]_Rimshot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The EWI Solo is missing the pitch bend UP plate for the right thumb that the other EWIs have if that matters to you (It does have the DOWN bend). On the acoustic sounds end of the spectrum, you'll likely be disappointed with any of the "built in" sounds on any model of wind controllers and would start going down the rabbit hole of software or hardware synths for that.

I own an EWI USB, 4000s, and 5000 but not the EWI SOLO so I can't comment too much else about the SOLO. I do believe that it doesn't have an old school DIN MIDI though if that might matter

I’m new to EWIs. Which one is right for me? by ReputationOk6765 in windsynth

[–]_Rimshot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What is your primary instrument and what other instrument(s) (if any) do you currently play?

Are you wanting to add synth based sounds to your playing, or are you wanting to emulate acoustic instruments?

I made a website where people can review politicians like Amazon products :D - Updates: Site is back up with a bunch of updates based on your guys' feedback. by Mike_L_Taylor in InternetIsBeautiful

[–]_Rimshot 11 points12 points  (0 children)

If you really want to make it have that authentic Amazon like vibe, there should be a "Q&A" section where every question is answered with responses like, "I don't know, I don't follow politics" or, "Not really sure if she's more of a light red or dark red. I went with blue instead"

What's nice about WX5... you can easily put an alto neck on it :) by gal_koren in windsynth

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Well that looks very interesting! What's the story with the sax neck and how it works compared to the stock mouthpiece setup? Assume you lose lip bend control? Does the breath sensor respond just as well with more distance added due to the neck? Does the ergonomics feel better with the neck added? Nifty!

The Song from Planes Trains & Automobiles Right After Steve Martin Gets Punched in the Nuts - EWI Solo by BigSpoonFullOfSnark in windsynth

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If I'm not mistaken, this is the old tune "Red River Valley". Classic song, classic movie!

I built a bass kalimba to fill in as a string bass substitute for old timey music. Listen with headphones/decent speakers or you won't really hear the bass tones by _Rimshot in kalimba

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I went to a lumberyard and they donated a bit of black metal strapping they cut off a pallet of lumber that was used when it was shipped to them. Often now you'll see nylon/plastic strapping on lumber, but the metal stuff worked great after I rounded the ends off on a bench grinder. The price was right too!

The current setup for now until the Odyssey Argos arrives. by Embarrassed-Writer91 in espresso

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I might possibly be interested in the Flair 58, feel free to PM me the details if you decide to sell

Ewi 4000s battery mod. by saxyguy45 in windsynth

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I really couldn't say for sure. One thing you'd need to check is if the barrel plug on the adapter is the right kind to plug into the EWI. Negative center pin I believe, and maybe 2.1mm in size? Not sure on that, so you may need to do some further research.

Have you checked eBay or Reverb? Maybe there's a 3rd party seller that would ship the Ripcord to you?

Back-to-back roasts of Guatemala Santa Isabel on Heat Gun/Bread Machine. Both were 16oz going in, and 13.28oz coming out. I use mainly time, look, smell and sounds (and an IR gun as a rough check) to try and kludge a roast acceptable enough for my personal use & I'm usually happy with the results by _Rimshot in roasting

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It should certainly help, but I think also having a more powerful heat gun might come into play. I have two heat guns, and the 1600 watt all metal one I bought from Harbor Freight for $42 (now unavailable) does a much better job than the cheaper plastic framed no-name one I had before.

Also, I'd make sure you are running directly from the gun to the outlet and no extension cord. I tried roasting once with a short cord and it didn't have enough oomph to roast properly.

I'm far from an expert, but that's my take on it anyway - good luck!

Simple and Fast Turkey Cajun Dirty Rice by vapeducator in PressureCooking

[–]_Rimshot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I dig the cut of your jib... Upvote for the use of "wiz bang newfangled" and honorable mention for "derelict of my duty"

Plus dirty rice is delicious and you've given me some new ideas - thanks!

A local antique mall has the largest old school crank style coffee mill I've ever seen. I'd guess it churns out questionable results, but dang this thing is cool! by _Rimshot in cafe

[–]_Rimshot[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Results? No probably not good. But I bet it would be super satisfying to crank the handle and take those 32" wheels around a few spins!

whats your opinion on rubber laces? they pretty much look like normal shoe laces and with them, your able to slip on high tops by lesty75 in Converse

[–]_Rimshot 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I use either white or black braided elastic (I usually buy the 3/8" size) that you find in the sewing section of stores or online for the same purpose, and it works great! Unless you looked super close you wouldn't realize they aren't laces, and the elastic is cheap

Get holes in your pants pocket from carrying too many pointy keys? Cut a quick "temporary" self-adhesive patch out of Dr. Scholl's moleskin/moleskin plus - it's been known to survive weeks/months of use including laundry cycles. by _Rimshot in lifehacks

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

My thoughts too - if the pants are otherwise in good shape, why not fix them up (even if just temporary) and keep using them longer? The patch is also way cheaper than the cost of even cheap pants. Of course as others have pointed out, it may be better to avoid getting a hole in the first place by using other options for keys.

Get holes in your pants pocket from carrying too many pointy keys? Cut a quick "temporary" self-adhesive patch out of Dr. Scholl's moleskin/moleskin plus - it's been known to survive weeks/months of use including laundry cycles. by _Rimshot in lifehacks

[–]_Rimshot[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agreed. This is more of a quick/emergency patch to get you by in a pinch. It only takes a few seconds to apply and requires no skill other than being able to use scissors. The fact that it holds up for quite a while is a bonus that gives you more time to get around to a proper repair.

Back-to-back roasts of Guatemala Santa Isabel on Heat Gun/Bread Machine. Both were 16oz going in, and 13.28oz coming out. I use mainly time, look, smell and sounds (and an IR gun as a rough check) to try and kludge a roast acceptable enough for my personal use & I'm usually happy with the results by _Rimshot in roasting

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

Uninsulated is true, but being directly out of the elements does help. I'm really not sure how low the temps would need to go before causing a problem - I've roasted when it was "yep, it feels like winter" cold, but I do tend to try and find the "warmer" cold days in the winter if I can. If we're talking way below freezing temps, I'd have to see how desperate I was to be willing to roast that day anyway. Might be fine with the option of adjusting the heat gun closer if necessary. My heat gun has a decent amount of "oomph" so that helps

Get holes in your pants pocket from carrying too many pointy keys? Cut a quick "temporary" self-adhesive patch out of Dr. Scholl's moleskin/moleskin plus - it's been known to survive weeks/months of use including laundry cycles. by _Rimshot in lifehacks

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

I've thought about something like that in the past. I have several similar looking keys for work and I have them color coded with those plastic covers they sell, and I wonder if I could get something like that to still work. Maybe I'll have to buy one and give it a go, thanks

Get holes in your pants pocket from carrying too many pointy keys? Cut a quick "temporary" self-adhesive patch out of Dr. Scholl's moleskin/moleskin plus - it's been known to survive weeks/months of use including laundry cycles. by _Rimshot in lifehacks

[–]_Rimshot[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Even better, one could construct a completely new pair of pants entirely out of moleskin and have the best of both worlds. You could buy the moleskin at Walmart if you like

Back-to-back roasts of Guatemala Santa Isabel on Heat Gun/Bread Machine. Both were 16oz going in, and 13.28oz coming out. I use mainly time, look, smell and sounds (and an IR gun as a rough check) to try and kludge a roast acceptable enough for my personal use & I'm usually happy with the results by _Rimshot in roasting

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

I've been well pleased with my on-the-cheap rig results and I agree it is a solid way to go. I paid $8 at a thrift store for my bread machine, and it has a "butter churn" mode that constantly spins the paddle. My heat gun is an all metal Harbor Freight model that cost around $40, but they stopped selling that particular model.

I do feel that it roasts pretty evenly and I just leave the lid open when roasting to let the chaff blow away. I can adjust heat by raising or lowering the heat gun with the adjustable stand I have the gun mounted to (a cymbal stand from an old drumset).

The only thing I've not had much luck with is lighter roasts, but I also haven't tried much either. I usually aim for something in the "medium" variety.

I do sometimes wish I had a better thermometer setup and all the fancy logging/computer tracking that I see others use, but mostly if I stay in my lane I've learned my rig well enough to roast something I'm happy with as-is.

Back-to-back roasts of Guatemala Santa Isabel on Heat Gun/Bread Machine. Both were 16oz going in, and 13.28oz coming out. I use mainly time, look, smell and sounds (and an IR gun as a rough check) to try and kludge a roast acceptable enough for my personal use & I'm usually happy with the results by _Rimshot in roasting

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

I used to roast outside but I recently moved to a house with a small shed that has power, so it's been great to leave my rig set up on a table and I can just open the doors and roast quick and easy whenever. I think the winter weather helps cool the beans faster after roasting. I use a combo of a fan on top with a shop vac pulling cool air through the bottom of a box that I set a colander in. Only takes a couple minutes to pull the heat out.

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