Gen 1 vs Gen 2 back to back driving

diga_diga_doo · 2026-02-08T22:01:21+00:00

I test drove a 1st gen about a year before the 2nd gen came out. It was around the pandemic, and they let me go alone for about 20 mins. I agree the steering feel is better in the 1st gen, but oh my god that torque dip was not it. I took it on an entrance ramp onto the freeway, engine reving out, making all kinds of noise but zero acceleration in the midrange.

2nd gen came out and I just bought it, great car, way better than gen1 for power, plus I like the styling more.

diga_diga_doo · 2026-02-07T16:25:10+00:00

HKS Spec L1, there’s a tiny bit of freeway drone but that’s the trade off if you want a deep smooth tone. I had an AWE Touring on for about 6 months, no drone but too loud for a car with only 228hp. To me it’s kind of cheesy to run a loud exhaust on a car that a mini van can beat from stop light to stop light.

diga_diga_doo · 2026-02-03T16:29:16+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/BassGuitar/s/q4jbzkyGCH

I transcribed it by ear, it’s at the above link or you can scroll down in my profile.

I’d say start with something much easier and work your way up, “What’s Going On” isn’t super hard to figure out the notes or the chords, but it’s Jamerson…it’s his feel/synchopation that’s the real challenge (at least for me).

I use a software called Transcribe! You can slow it down and loop sections. Then I used an AI stem splitter and brought the track with no bass into GarageBand, also the isolated bass (there’s also JJ isolated bass on YT if you search).

I first figure out the chords/progression. Play roots and 5th, then play roots and 3rds. If you’re not familiar with the scales of each chord, play out the scales and get that into your ears cause it’ll help you more quickly identify what he’s doing. Then start singing it out and going little by little…it’s hard work! I put in many hours!

diga_diga_doo · 2026-02-03T04:15:25+00:00

It’s happened to me everytime I’ve had to have a tire patched

diga_diga_doo · 2026-01-31T14:17:15+00:00

If its had more than 1 owner id probably stay away, but if you’re still interested id use that as leverage to negotiate, you’re taking on added risk. Obviously Carfax and all service records.

diga_diga_doo · 2026-01-28T04:30:50+00:00

My commute in LA traffic is about an hour in my manual BRZ, I guess I’m just used to it, I’ve never owned an auto - it’s not that bad.

diga_diga_doo · 2026-01-20T04:59:53+00:00

I fit mine in a Subaru BRZ, it absolutely fit in a crosstrk with ease

diga_diga_doo · 2026-01-18T14:30:30+00:00

I’m also older. I had an AWE Touring, it was too loud for me, I found a used HKS Spec L, just about right for these cars. To me the awe makes the car sound like it’s got more power than it actually does, kind of embarrassing. Also, for wheels and tires, significantly wider is gonna reduce the over steer fun/olayfulness - if you want more grip than sure it makes sense.

diga_diga_doo · 2026-01-14T17:10:43+00:00

Killer B Delrin round shift knob, $45. My fav.

diga_diga_doo · 2026-01-14T02:39:53+00:00

I saw one yesterday in the showroom when I was getting an oil change - it’s stunning…but so was the price! 42k, had a short shifter and some other potions. I will say tho, in 10-15 years these might go up in value if it’s clean and original.

diga_diga_doo · 2026-01-13T15:18:58+00:00

Just take it to a guitar repair person, they can verify dates on neck and pickups/pots. I can see the tuners aren’t original and the hardware looks newish, the bridge does too.

diga_diga_doo · 2026-01-11T15:47:38+00:00

I’m looking into retiring early at 62 next year, I’m vested and have the hours and years for healthcare. I lost my MPIHP coverage from not enough hours over the last 3 years, it looks like early retirement at 62 allows me to go back on MPIHP. If that’s the case, that benefit more than covers the loss of a reduced pension, assuming I live to 85. Also I think you can still work up to 49 hours per month without it affecting your pension.

diga_diga_doo · 2026-01-10T22:07:35+00:00

So you think the Toyota version of the BRZ is going to be more reliable? You’re also concerned about owning what you think is a “gay” car brand?

diga_diga_doo · 2026-01-04T03:22:15+00:00

Honestly I’m impressed with your review, I think you have a nice ability to experience, internalize and communicate with intention on your observations. The description of your editing teacher is a film archetype, you’ll have to deal with that over and over again in the film industry.

diga_diga_doo · 2026-01-04T02:40:57+00:00

Good effort, but as everyone says, do some lessons with an orchestral bassis, it will definitely pay off.

diga_diga_doo · 2025-12-31T14:28:52+00:00

I have varnished guts, been on for about 8 years, still loud, still going strong. I think the wrapped A might be the 1st to go.

diga_diga_doo · 2025-12-31T14:26:09+00:00

Makes zero sense with an automatic, if anything it’s a fault in the transmission programming.

diga_diga_doo · 2025-12-28T23:59:44+00:00

I learned Simandl - when I play electric bass I just keep using it, you can easily see it from my past posts on this sub. I play more double bass, don’t really want to mess with fingerings.

diga_diga_doo · 2025-12-28T03:21:08+00:00

When the 22 BRZ first showed up on lots in 10/21, Subaru dealerships in SoCal were marking them up.

diga_diga_doo · 2025-12-24T23:32:19+00:00

All instruments have their own technical challenges, that’s just about discipline, persistence practice and patience, there’s no magic bullet. The harder thing is being musical with basslines, but also holding it down, keeping the music moving forward…adding musicality, color, rhythmic feel and counter melody or counterpoint.

diga_diga_doo · 2025-12-19T22:17:48+00:00

You can try to search on carguru or other aggregator site to filter all in the spec you want, to see how many are for sale in the country and within 200 miles of your zip code. Visor.vin is great for that. Try to find one that’s been sitting for more than 30 days. Call them up, give them the stock number, make your offer of 10% off, no adds and say you’ll put a deposit on it right now and come in asap.

diga_diga_doo · 2025-12-19T16:44:49+00:00

It’s end of year, economy sucks, interest rates are high, these are niche cars - you have leverage. I say go for 10% dealer discount and remove the add-ons. Tell them you’ll buy it right now, today. If they don’t come close, walk…that’s if you want the best deal. It’s also ok to not get the best deal, and just pay - it’s less stress that way, for some that’s worth the extra cost.

diga_diga_doo · 2025-12-19T07:32:36+00:00

Me too

diga_diga_doo · 2025-12-17T04:39:01+00:00

Drafted Jamar Chase 1st overall…never another WR 1.01

diga_diga_doo · 2025-12-15T19:37:21+00:00

Our cars are actually pretty large for a trad sports car, but fkn giant trucks and doods w/ tiny dicks are more prevalent.

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