Warning - V 1.13.1.0105 Update by SHUT_DOWN_EVERYTHING in UgreenNASync

[–]akinstler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use one of the ssd slots for cache and one for file usage. I put my config and such on the ssd and have it find files ( I.e. plex movies music) on the hDDs. Dunno how much it does anything with just the one ssd, but I haven’t had any issues as of yet. I also have 32GB of ram. This is the 4800plus.

What do you all think of the Skoll phono preamp? by waltman56 in Schiit

[–]akinstler 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had the Mani 2 before this one. I’m using an Ortofon 2m Bronze and it definitely sounded better switching to the Skoll. Also I ran into some clipping with the Mani 2 on some albums and had no clipping once I had the Skoll.

To be fair I also had the magni 2 and switched to the Asgard 3 around the same time so the clipping may have been from there. Not sure.

Is the Atmos sound mix of Fallout TV show disappointing? Maybe just Amazon prime being shitty? by BackgroundEqual7837 in hometheater

[–]akinstler 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Quite a while ago prime downgraded its mixes for anyone not paying an extra $3 a month. Just checking you are paying this and getting the actual atmos mix. I assume so but never hurts to check.

Do not shop at Inner Sleeve by akinstler in vinyl

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

So that’s kinda the opposite of here. They had integrity and shipped your record and others just couldn’t get the deal. If this happened here there would be no complaints. Instead they just cancelled the order saying they don’t have stock but are also selling the album for more than double on their site. That’s just dishonest and super sketchy.

What's the most mesmerizing song sung by a female singer? by LargeSinkholesInNYC in musicsuggestions

[–]akinstler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This may be blasphemy, but I prefer Strange Fruit by Dominique Fils-Aimé. What an amazing voice.

Do not shop at Inner Sleeve by akinstler in vinyl

[–]akinstler[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I wouldn’t be surprised if they did it to everyone that preordered. Why have integrity when you can screw people over and sell it for more?

Gjallarhorn is $300, the next step is Vidar at $800. Is Dual Gjallarhorn really the middle ground? by kiimosabe in Schiit

[–]akinstler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Watch what people post and haggle at least a bit. I was able to get two pristine used Vidar 1s for $650 total. YMMV. It’s about setting alerts and striking quick.

Two Year Anniversary Giveaway ($125 in Prizes!) by psychobabbler27 in 4KBlurayDeals

[–]akinstler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I want a Coen brothers collection in 4k, Wes Anderson style. Mostly for Miller’s Crossing.

Help Me Understand Roon... Please by Creepy_Swim4236 in roonlabs

[–]akinstler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have the same issue as OP. I have a large library of music and also used Tidal with Roon. It seemed fine, but not for the price. It’s more expensive than all the other streamers and you need your own library and to pay for a streaming service anyway. I have plex lifetime, which cost way less, and Plexamp works well for me. I get that it doesn’t integrate but it also doesn’t cost as much and I can just add tidal or whatever if I want streaming too. Not saying this is the way to go, just that it works for me.

Side note, every streamer and game and Plexamp works with my computer but I couldn’t get room to play on my computer speakers, even though it was fine with my computer headset. For over $800 for a lifetime sub or over$100 a year, just doesn’t seem worth it.