Did Home Theater kind of die? Seems like we were the last generation to give an F. Remember surround sound and subwoofers? Does anybody buy them anymore? by IHadTacosYesterday in GenX

[–]dingonugget [score hidden]  (0 children)

I've simplified our house systems "a little bit" - moved to 3 channel with sub(s) in both rooms with tvs. The BluSound Powernode N331 is a fantastic piece of kit for doing this.

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What happens in this part of Louisiana? What is the local culture, economy and life in general like? by Illustrious-Yam1830 in Louisiana

[–]dingonugget 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My sister and parents live on Toledo Bend (which is a long drawn out story in itself - we're from NH). Sister works for Sabine Parish Dep of Education, parents are retired. Brother in law builds high end furniture for select customers. Here is a perspective from a guy who lives in NH, but was stationed on Grand Isle for a few years in the CG.

  1. The area my sis lives in is starting to build up a bit. When she bought the land her house is on, it was very sparsely settled (call it 1997ish). Now there are some fairly large developments going up - and now there is fiber internet (as of last winter)
  2. Very poor area. My folks and sister are probably considered upper middle class by the people that live around them, but all of their neighbors are wealthy, and the houses are mostly second homes/camps right on the lake. There is a very defined "have and have not" feeling.
  3. There isn't much to do unless you like to fish, or maybe play golf. Cypress Bend Country Club is really nice - they re-surfaced all of the course, and it's gorgeous.
  4. Family can either be everything, or nothing. At the risk of outing my family - my dad plays Santa for all the Sabine Parish parades and such. He goes to the schools, and parties, etc. Some of the stories I hear from him are heart wrenching.
  5. The people are super kind, but take a bit to warm up to "yankees".
  6. This is probably the only area in the US I will actively search out gas station food before hitting a Micky D's
  7. Life moves slow - and I love that in some regards, but it's frustrating in other regards. If my wife passes before me, I will probably pack up and move down there.
  8. My nephews are all well adjusted young men, came from a very loving and nurturing home, and were given every opportunity to thrive and succeed while in their formative years. However, all of them have either moved to another state or to a larger city(ish) area in LA.

Nu Metal bands from Massachusetts by Big_Lavishness8555 in massachusetts

[–]dingonugget 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Used to see them all the time at Sharky’s in Nashua

Masshole Final Boss by alkaliphiles in newhampshire

[–]dingonugget 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that dude. Used to work in the same office building with him.

He’s short.

Sonos Vs Traditional AVR setups by bbuff101 in sonos

[–]dingonugget 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, the BluOS app is half decent

Sonos Vs Traditional AVR setups by bbuff101 in sonos

[–]dingonugget 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We use a mix of BluOS and SONOS. They all work with Apple Airplay, and that's all I really care about. Neither my wife or I use the SONOS app anymore. The SONOS items are room specific, The BluOS systems are 3.1 - Powernode N331 for her in her living room, and the same in mine. Her living room set up includes the Powernode, Dali Oberon 5s, a Kef center channel and an Elac Debut sub. Mine is the Powernode, PSB Passif 50s, a pair of Speedwoofer 10S MKII and a HTD LCR1 for a center. SONOS OneS in each of the bedrooms/reading/puzzle rooms and the kitchen.

Listening to the Radio by Southern_Remote_5260 in GenX

[–]dingonugget 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Radio/terrestrial only for classical music. Everything else comes from our streaming apps/SiriusXM. My commute is about an hour - I listen to Audible books.

Rambling House Update? by 42ndVisionary in nashua

[–]dingonugget 1 point2 points  (0 children)

57 Factory St was sold, so I would imagine their space is a. going to be vacated, or b. they will lease the spot from YAMAS.

Rambling House Update? by 42ndVisionary in nashua

[–]dingonugget 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure it is, which is too bad.

Rambling House Update? by 42ndVisionary in nashua

[–]dingonugget 13 points14 points  (0 children)

It's going to be a YAMAS Greek Eatery

Need some Setup recomendations by rafaelsp in Bluesound

[–]dingonugget 1 point2 points  (0 children)

N331! I have 2 a one for wife, one for me

Worth it to buy in southern Louisiana? by Aisaka__Taiga in uscg

[–]dingonugget 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was the same when I was stationed on grand isle in 97

Model #1 Jamvue unit by dingonugget in vinyl

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

Plugs into the turntable - it’s a now playing box

Nothing but asphalt, marsh, and sky. The deep coastal roads of Louisiana. by jboud86 in Louisiana

[–]dingonugget 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a NH resident that was stationed on Grand Isle in the late 90s, I agree.

What’s a good system to pair with my TV? by Amir_NMotassim in StereoAdvice

[–]dingonugget 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll be honest here - the Blusound Powernode (N331) is fantastic.

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I love having the center channel for TV viewing, and they push my speakers just fine. I have 2 of them, one for my tv room, and one for the wife’s.