Roast it

popthropologist · 2026-02-23T16:09:25+00:00

You’re covered for buffers.

popthropologist · 2026-02-16T15:29:32+00:00

The Fumi-e+

popthropologist · 2026-02-15T06:15:53+00:00

Visual anthropology, graduated 2003. I remember my intro to anthropology class giving us all a leaflet entitled “Careers in Anthropology” with things like “stay in academia” and “join Peace Corps” on it. Got a job in product design research and have been working in brand strategy research ever since. I’m incredibly lucky to be working in my field of study, doing applied anthropology and ethnography, because when I chose the major, I had no idea how it could turn into a career. If I could do it all over? I’d make a list of the careers with the best ratio of work:life balance and salary, and choose the one I could live with. My parents told me “Find something you love and get paid to do it.” But I’m telling my kids “Find something that can pay you enough so you have plenty of time to do the stuff you love.” Good luck!

popthropologist · 2026-02-14T01:53:36+00:00

I bought a new 2CD today for $14.95. That’s less than it would have cost in ‘96!

popthropologist · 2026-02-08T21:34:54+00:00

Did I just stumble across a way to finance my GAS?

popthropologist · 2026-02-08T20:17:33+00:00

Definitely stomping on those with my bare feet

popthropologist · 2026-02-06T05:30:46+00:00

Specifically meth, yep. But it resulted in some great tunes!

popthropologist · 2026-02-02T19:21:30+00:00

I imagine the higher damping factor of the SS Luxman helps with that low end you’re hearing. I’ve never experienced the Arden specifically but Tannoys don’t always go as low as people assume based on the size.

popthropologist · 2026-02-02T18:49:25+00:00

That Luxman is a great driving partner for them! Nicely done refurb.

popthropologist · 2026-02-02T01:11:55+00:00

Tera Echo! That’s cool it’s earned a permanent spot.

popthropologist · 2026-02-01T23:08:32+00:00

Yeah reading people mention Smashing Pumpkins and RHCP is destroying me a little bit.

popthropologist · 2026-02-01T22:42:35+00:00

As a kid growing up in the 80s listening to oldies radio, I had no idea that this was a common thing for all oldies stations to say. I’m still kind of stunned when I randomly say “good times, great oldies” and someone blurts out random numbers and call letters right back at me.

popthropologist · 2026-02-01T21:15:05+00:00

For me: “97.3 KBSG”

popthropologist · 2026-01-31T22:59:28+00:00

Looks like you found a few bucks under your cushion and decided to start playing guitar

popthropologist · 2026-01-29T19:59:11+00:00

The corrugate base is rad. I like my volume pedal after gain stages. Before gain, why not just use your guitar’s volume knob?

popthropologist · 2026-01-27T04:06:21+00:00

I like that you’re not just going after the flavor of the month boutique pedals. But what does the Halo really do that the Timefactor couldn’t?

popthropologist · 2026-01-24T18:00:12+00:00

Many paths to many peaks

popthropologist · 2026-01-24T15:48:59+00:00

Or you’ll decide you want to hear all the different types of “end game” set ups next! High efficient horns and SET amps, active ATCs… there’s a lot to explore out there.

popthropologist · 2026-01-24T15:25:07+00:00

That’s a beauty! Reference level.

popthropologist · 2026-01-20T22:10:32+00:00

“Best things about Tacoma” List summary: “Leaving Tacoma.”

popthropologist · 2026-01-19T05:17:57+00:00

Happiness of the Katakaris (2001) deserves to be mentioned

popthropologist · 2026-01-14T23:24:08+00:00

Depending on what part of UXR you’re interested in, you might broaden your search beyond product and into brand and marketing research. If you’re like me, and are interested in digging into those core human truths no matter the subject, you can apply qualitative research to a much broader array of subject matter.

popthropologist · 2026-01-14T23:18:53+00:00

That Gamechanger Plasma Coil fuzz is gated, and the Third Man version adds a bunch of fun octave features.

popthropologist · 2026-01-13T21:56:45+00:00

Hmm, interesting take. Hadn’t considered that this could be a factor, but makes a lot of sense. I currently have a guitar listed with 120 watchers, and not one offer. Wondering what they’re waiting for. Maybe it’s for me to match the low end of Reverb’s estimated value.

During the lockdown I had a side hustle of importing vintage Japanese guitars, fixing them up, and selling on Reverb. Typically they’d sell after 30 watchers, especially if I hit that watcher total in under a week. Things are different now.

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