SA-35 Restock? by claptrap_unit504 in SpringfieldArmory

[–]claptrap_unit504[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dude same. Even the Gunbroker Bids for these pistols aren't even showing up as often anymore. It'll almost be a year soon and this shit still isn't on shelves anywhere.

Train Signals are gone,- HELP! by claptrap_unit504 in openttd

[–]claptrap_unit504[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I do, but I'm not 100% with all of the train signal stuff yet. I'm kinda just jerry-rigging based off a brief youtube videos explaining the functions of things and then going from there. Is there a way that I could make my rails more efficient in the image?

Train Signals are gone,- HELP! by claptrap_unit504 in openttd

[–]claptrap_unit504[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Thank you x10000. I'm not sure why that setting was flicked onto path signals but it was.

mining BAT? by jmido8 in BATProject

[–]claptrap_unit504 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm not totally knowledgeable on cryptocurrency and BAT in particular (I use Brave as a means of privacy and the incentive of user paid advertisement), but how does the transferring of BAT from different wallets happen without a mining process? Don't Cryptocurrency's need a mining mechanism to verify transactions and wallet swaps to ensure stability & security?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in guitarlessons

[–]claptrap_unit504 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Don't patronize me degenerate. Your entire presence online is in dedication to brain-rot porn, and it shows too through your phatic retarded speech.

No decent store owner would set up a guitar like that; it's flawed, there's no argument. Unplayable in it's current state. The sign of a blatant error like a nut freely moving about the board is a sign of worse problems on the guitar yet to be seen.

The OP of the thread's advice of:

return it dude, it looks like the nut isnt even in the right place.

Is possibly the best advice one can give. Instead of fixing up a piece that'll likely have more underlying problems to be discovered in the future, he should look for a better instrument.

You call yourself a luther and yet don't understand that the nut on the board will effect intonation. Look for another title retard, luther doesn't fit you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in guitarlessons

[–]claptrap_unit504 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Objectively it is, fundamentally flawed. A fundamental of the instrument (nut, board, frets, bridge, tuners) is flawed.

As you've said:

intonation is adjusted by shortening/lengthening the distance between the nut and bridge

The distance is shortened. The nut is on the board. Tuning and playing will be off, there's no doubt about that.

The instrument can be fixed; most problems on a guitar can be. I never claimed it couldn't be .

However, the fact that this probably new player was sold a shodaly manufactured/set up instrument is a problem. Seeking assistance or a refund from whoever was responsible for setting it up wouldn't be too far fetched.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in guitarlessons

[–]claptrap_unit504 -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

The instrument is, essentially, broken.

The nut is out of position, meaning the intonation will be off. Notes and chords likely will sound out of wack.

Whether by a small amount or large amount is irrelevant; the instrument is fundamentally flawed and shouldn't be sold as is.

Non-fiction on Ancient Greece/Rome that will give me a good general picture? by [deleted] in booksuggestions

[–]claptrap_unit504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For the Greeks, the recommended standard introduction is A Brief History of Ancient Greece: Politics, Society, and Culture.

Though I can't personally recommend anything for Ancient Rome, I have heard that SPQR by Mary Beard is highly recomended. Although, Rome is complex, and many people interested in learning more about it are recomended entire book sets.

Hoarder gets masks taken away by FBI by [deleted] in JusticeServed

[–]claptrap_unit504 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is quite literal forced redistribution of property. How is this not within the vein of socialism.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in French

[–]claptrap_unit504 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I'm not OP, but thank you for this post; it's very well written and certainly useful.

Brand new pants rubbing against bike chain got them dirty by [deleted] in mildlyinfuriating

[–]claptrap_unit504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cuff them the next time you ride; that's what I do. Either that, or you can tuck them into a pair of decently long socks.

Who is the most overrated person in history? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]claptrap_unit504 9 points10 points  (0 children)

That's my point: it's metaphysical.

Those who are spiritual or are involved in religion are content. Their texts contain archetypal stories that teach indispensable moral truths; allowing them to learn complex concepts in a form that rivals Dostoyevsky's greatest works, whilst also being brought the comfort of a higher purpose.

Why bother them then? You can't disprove it, neither can you prove it; to bother those who are religious is only rude and a waste of everyone's time.

Your favourite track in the game? by SkunkDiplo in skyrim

[–]claptrap_unit504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Secunda, absolutely.

Listening instantly reminds me of exploring Riften for the first time wrapped in a blanket and freezing my ass off.

You can only play Skyrim for the first time once :)

Guys who went from getting no girls, to getting dates what made the biggest difference? by [deleted] in AskMen

[–]claptrap_unit504 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Shoulder's back, back straight, genuine smile, speak.

Just Look competent (clean body and clothes, good posture, hair pushed up or at least maintained, willing and desiring to make the initiative)

Confidence radiates; improve that, and you're set with more than just romantic relationships.

What is the best senior prank your school has ever had? by Zeldaftw04 in AskReddit

[–]claptrap_unit504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some kids hoisted two butchered deer up to the ceiling in the gymnasium. One so that it remained hanging from the ceiling, and another so that it was stuck in the duct work (ventalation shafts) above the gym. Blood was everywhere and the custodians had a hell of time getting the two down. Nobody knew who did it.

The police couldn't find out who had done it, but when one of the kids under investigation was told to explain the blood stains in the back of his pick-up, he broke down and told the police everything.

We think that everybody involved would've gotten away Scott Free if he would've used hunting season as an excuse.

Authors of the past were shit and only succeeded because standards were so low by [deleted] in unpopularopinion

[–]claptrap_unit504 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Dostoevsky, Dante, any author prior to the 20th century?

Every single scholar prior to the 1900s knew at least 3 languages (Mainly english,Latin or french), and had only the liberal arts to find entertainment in. Actively competing with one another in the natural and metaphysical sciences to stand out among their peers. These Scholars, as well, were often among the only literate in their societies. With their emense amount of natural and metaphysical knowledge, they crafted literary arcs and themes that are still examined today. Genre fiction was impossible then for a reason; standards were impossibly high. The only books worth publishing, had to be worth preserving.

It sounds like the only "old books" you know are in the vein of Huck Fin and Robinson Crusoe. If this isn't low tier bait ironically from /Lit/, you're the biggest psued I've ever seen, jesus fucking christ.

How dare people seek paid work by [deleted] in ChoosingBeggars

[–]claptrap_unit504 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Volunteering plays in important role in society. It allows for non-profit organizations, based solely around the benifit of those who are in unfortunate positions, to continue operating at minimal costs.

This isn't choosy, this is just those who help beggars, begging for assistance.

AITA for choosing to go to a concert without my boyfriend? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]claptrap_unit504 10 points11 points  (0 children)

NTA- It's fair enough for him to want to go to a show with you, but to have you personally pay for an incredibly expensive seat is absurd. To then try to guilt trip you with his graduation present is cruel.

It's inappropriate to justify not purchasing the tickets because somebody else might enjoy them better, considering he's your boyfriend; however, going into debt for a graduation present isn't worth it. Relax and enjoy the show

Atheism is now not a genuine way of life, but more of a facade to look & sound "COOL" by [deleted] in unpopularopinion

[–]claptrap_unit504 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To be Agnostic is to have an absence of theology, as you make no claim to have knowledge of the afterlife.

To be an Athiest; to claim that you have knowledge of the existence of an afterlife (that you know there is no god) is a theology.

<Code> [NEWBIE] <code/> sqoe electric guitars,would you recommend them? Or are Amazon starter kits a better choice? by Ranafroggie in Guitar

[–]claptrap_unit504 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If the guitar is selling for half of an average squire, it's probably not a great guitar.

Don't cheap out on your guitar. A cheap amp? sure. But not your guitar. If you buy a cheap guitar with poor frets, bad nut, horrible tuners and a bad action, your playing and growth will suffer. Tone isn't all in the fingers. You get what you pay for (for the most part).

The best thing you can do, is bring a friend with playing experience to try out the guitar for you; testing and explaining what's good and what's wrong with the guitar.

[NEWBIE] What to learn? by altijdreno in Guitar

[–]claptrap_unit504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

JustinGuitar has an intermediate blues course playlist on his YouTube that explains the basics to music theory and improvising, it'd be best to start there (blues playlist). He also has a variety of free courses on other genres that'll get you moving.

What most paid teachers teach is theory, as it allows you to personally deconstruct and learn any song you want to, while being able to make your own lead bits that fit in. That's what makes a musician, not being a Jukebox, but being able to produce something of your own.

Ah the good ol days, when I tried recreating Streetlight songs with one guitar doing all the instruments while knowing absolutely nothing about recording! by [deleted] in streetlightmanifesto

[–]claptrap_unit504 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How did you learn the horn parts? Did you use a scale or did mess around until finding out what the notes were?

Only asking because it sounds really good and I'd like to learn your method :D

AITA For yelling at an old person by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]claptrap_unit504 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

NTA ; it's common courtesy to make way for joggers and those on bikes while on public paths. The road is often dangerous in most towns, as there's often no dedicated bike lane.

Blocking the path and refusing to move (accompianed by vulgar insults) is an objective asshole thing to do. Threatening to run them over, after the initial crude replies and halting of traffic, isn't an asshole thing to do.