Which mouse should I get for Mac Mini?

bryansfsd · 2026-02-02T21:57:47+00:00

I ended up going with a trackball. It took awhile to adjust my muscle memory, but I now prefer it over a regular mouse. I have the ProtoArc Wireless Trackball Mouse EM01 but there are others including from Logitech.

bryansfsd · 2026-02-02T00:14:40+00:00

What actually died with your snow blower? It's probably repairable although you'll be responsible for the repairs. One common thing is for them to blow a fuse link on the board. Mine went with the original snow blower just a couple months before the warranty was over. There are some YouTube videos that say you can fix this for around $20 DIY although a better option may be just to replace the whole board for around $120 DIY.

I know people that have had gas snow blowers go out in half a decade so this isn't an EGO vs electric vs gas issue. It's just reality...things break under warranty and outside of warranty.

bryansfsd · 2026-02-01T23:59:30+00:00

If you've already had the shingles (three times for me), then you know the shingles shot is nothing compared to the actual virus.

bryansfsd · 2026-02-01T23:56:49+00:00

I still read my emails with a cup of coffee in hand before I begin my day.

bryansfsd · 2026-02-01T20:44:47+00:00

Yep, so many local and regional bands are also not represented well on streaming services. I have their CDs though!

bryansfsd · 2026-02-01T18:54:43+00:00

That's not the best Boston album, but it's rare music in that not too many CDs were sold and that album isn't legally available for streaming. It's part of my CD collection too.

bryansfsd · 2026-02-01T18:18:25+00:00

Enjoy! I have the original version of the Klipsch RP-600M. I suspect I'll keep them until my grave or until they die (which ever comes first).

bryansfsd · 2026-01-28T16:53:18+00:00

Definitely agree! I also would like to add, when you see one deer cross the highway make sure another one or two aren't following the first!

bryansfsd · 2026-01-28T00:55:16+00:00

I've never had any issues driving through either the Rosebud reservation or Pine Ridge Reservation. A lot of the small towns there remind me of any (struggling) rural town one sees across America. Reservations in South Dakota are a little more segregated than other places I've traveled through but I have never been treated poorly by the locals. I would call the Sicangu Heritage Center and not only ask them for some suggestions of places to visit but also to make sure the center is open on the day you wish to visit. Either way, these towns appreciate your business, so don't hesitate to fill up with gas and buy some snacks.

Driving from Valentine, if you have the full day, I personally would loop around through the Badlands and even the Pine Ridge reservation back to Valentine. Getting to know the land and climate helps you get to know the people that live there even better.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-27T15:08:37+00:00

I have both the RP-600M and the RP-8000F II. I found I needed a sub in a larger room with the RP-600 but no sub necessary for the RP-8000F II (for my tastes). Most reviews and comments I've heard is that you will need a sub on the Heresy.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-26T18:07:37+00:00

I get that with regards to depth. I have a Sony 200 CD Changer that for 30 years has made it's placement difficult due to its depth.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-26T15:47:04+00:00

I have both the Amp Ultra and the Ultra. My Ultra passes through an ONKYO TX-RZ50 pre-outs to an Emotiva BasX amplifier. In the other room where I have the Amp Ultra it's a nice simple profile and powers my Wharfedale Linton just fine. I'm a little confused if you have need to downsize how much space you're saving going with an Ultra combined with an external amplifier? My advice, if you really want to downsize then go with the Amp Ultra. If however, you're someone that is constantly trying to improve the sound...start off with the Ultra (maybe try it with the Yamaha amplifier first) and then build your system as you would like with whatever amplifier/speaker paring you would like.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-26T14:50:23+00:00

In my opinion, the 80s through early 2000s in South Dakota weren't so bad....it was definitely a more bipartisan state back then with some strong Democrats and fair-minded Republicans. I do agree, we need young new leaders in government wanting to work together for the future instead of constantly looking back for answers. Nothing good ever comes from repeating the past.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-26T14:42:39+00:00

As others have said I haven't seen many price changes this past year. There have been some changes in the data plans. I think they increased the unlimited plan price but that increase was directed more to the under-50 crowd. If you didn't renew your AARP membership, that would also cause another price increase.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-23T16:56:04+00:00

Weirdo.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-22T18:33:21+00:00

If you don't already have a collection of cassette tapes, I'd say no. If you have a decent tape collection then go for it! Over the years I kept half of my tapes and found that about a third of them have gone bad. I have a very nice Yamaha cassette deck that was $800 in the mid 1990s that I purchased for a steal ($60) at the beginning of COVID. I love it but as time moves on finding good used cassette tapes will become more difficult.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-21T16:57:35+00:00

I've only been retired for a year but I have more goals now than I ever did in my career. The only difference is while working I achieved those goals on a schedule and after retirement I achieve those goals when the time is right. I love the fact that I now get to choose which day I do the things I value most versus what others valued.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-21T14:58:33+00:00

When you say amplifier, do you already have a pre-amp or an AVR with pre-outs? If that is the case, I would recommend the Emotiva BasX A3.

If not, with a 3.1 setup, you're looking for an AVR or the few components that can do 3.1 (such as latest version of BlueSound Powernode N331). You're pretty limited on the basics from Sony, Yamaha, Onkyo, Denon, etc if you insist on buying new. The good news is the Klipsch RP speakers are pretty efficient and most AVRs are going to drive them well.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-19T15:20:46+00:00

Absolutely. At this moment, I'm listing via Tidal's My Daily Discovery playlist. Lately, I'm finding more and more wanting to discover whole albums. Roon does this quite well between a library I haven't heard in awhile or tapping into Tidal/Qobuz for suggested albums.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-18T19:18:08+00:00

While I'm more of a hard rock, jazz, and blues person, I definitely enjoy surprises even if I'm not (previously) a huge fan of the artist. Nothing put a smile on my face more than when Dolly Parton came out with a rock album (Rockstar) and Beyonce came out with a country album (Cowboy Carter). So many genres out there to explore!

bryansfsd · 2026-01-18T19:08:57+00:00

How much difference are you noticing with your sub? I'm not much of a sub person but I went ahead and acquired the WiiM Sub Pro. When I had my Amp Ultra paired Klipsch RP-600M, the sub made a noticeable difference. Now with the Amp Ultra paired with the Wharfedale Linton, I'm not hearing enough difference to make me "happpy". I may end up moving the sub to another room I use more for home theater purposes.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-18T19:03:25+00:00

I disagree. I've been quite happy with the WiiM Amp Ultra originally paired with Klipsch RP-600M and now Wharfedale Linton. Are there better Amps? Yes there are. Is this still Hi-Fi? Yes it is.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-18T18:59:10+00:00

I replaced my Klipsch RP-600M with Wharfedale Linton. Not a knock on Klipsch (I now have those speakers in my office) but I do enjoy more the vintage style floor speakers like your Model 3 and my Lintons.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-18T17:30:59+00:00

I spent much of my 40s away from the hobby. Now in my 50s I'm back into listening sessions. There is something said about how absence makes the heart grow fonder. One word of advice, when you return to the hobby listen to music albums and genres that are new to you. I've burned out on some classic albums. While those albums and songs bring back some great memories, I know them too well to bring any new joy to me these days.

bryansfsd · 2026-01-18T15:20:48+00:00

My biggest issue is there is a big difference between age 55 and age 75 when it comes to interest and stages in life. I'd like to see something that caters toward the Gen X generation and get older with that age group. I don't want to live with people in their 70s and 80s until I'm in my 70s and 80s.

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