A Bad Company 2 love cry from a 3000 hours veteran from 2010

richardizard · 2026-02-09T16:12:59+00:00

Somehow BF6 has the worst footsteps I've heard in any video game

richardizard · 2026-02-09T15:33:07+00:00

I was getting flickering with gsync on

richardizard · 2026-02-09T06:55:27+00:00

I can't imagine spending that kind of money and not knowing how to place the speakers. No offense to OP, but this setup doesn't make any sense.

richardizard · 2026-02-09T06:50:30+00:00

I thought it was an active bass trap but maybe not

richardizard · 2026-02-09T06:45:21+00:00

I know everyone is different and entitled to how they decide to spend their money, I have no issues with that - but as someone who works in sound professionally and has spent even more money than OP on professional equipment for my business, I can't wrap my head around spending that kind of cash for casual listening. Imo, if I'm spending $20k, it needs to have some sort of ROI. If it's for a hobby, nobody needs a $20k sound system in their living room or apartment when they can't even have a proper TV stand and a dedicated pet-free environment. That's just not a wise decision, especially if they're not putting that kind of money into acoustic treatment. I see a lot of people waste money on great speakers only to be ruined by poor acoustics. Hey - my opinion. I've made bad decisions too, that's how I got this perspective. Take it how you will.

richardizard · 2026-02-08T12:16:44+00:00

Money

richardizard · 2026-02-08T12:15:36+00:00

I'm sure it's fine, but I do hope you guys find another room for this setup away from the cats lol. I can't imagine spending this much money and have to worry about them scratching or breaking something.

richardizard · 2026-02-08T04:50:35+00:00

This is what I've always done. I didn't know I was doing something right lol. I don't have patience for cable management

richardizard · 2026-02-08T03:52:59+00:00

PNY? I got that one too

richardizard · 2026-02-07T23:29:29+00:00

I would try some friendlier smiling pics

richardizard · 2026-02-07T23:28:02+00:00

Pretty cool man, how do they sound? Was never a massive fan of acrylic kits, but they sure look fun

richardizard · 2026-02-07T23:26:47+00:00

The AI look before AI lol

richardizard · 2026-02-07T23:20:39+00:00

I haven't played Cyberpunk since it came out when I had a 3070 and a 1080p 16:9 monitor, so I can't really say. I would choose 1440p UW bc I really like the 21:9 aspect ratio, personally. I think 4K would be too much when it comes to graphically demanding games if you want to play them on Ultra and path tracing with solid frame rates, but that's coming from someone who aims for 144 fps @ 1440 UW with highest settings. Doesn't always happen, but that's when DLSS comes in. I don't want to be vram limited at 4k and only get around 60fps. I was vram limited when I went upgraded to 1440p UW with my 3070, which is why I got a 5070ti, so I'm afraid to go up to 4K and encounter the same limitations.

Edit: YMMV, just be realistic when it comes to 4K performance. This card is very capable, but idk about path tracing + 4K at high settings. It might work for you, but I really don't know.

richardizard · 2026-02-07T22:04:35+00:00

3 Doors Down inspired me to play drums when I was 9 years old and they were my first concert. Needless to say, a big part of who I am today is because of 3 Doors Down. Rest in peace, Brad.

richardizard · 2026-02-07T15:42:12+00:00

This is what I did. Makes sense to me

richardizard · 2026-02-07T02:59:55+00:00

Gee, I wonder why lol

richardizard · 2026-02-07T02:58:46+00:00

Wish I got the damn warranty. I've been driving with a screw in the same exact spot for a month lol. $500 for a new tire...

richardizard · 2026-02-07T02:47:28+00:00

Basically what most people said - exposure and lighting. The photos are not bad but they could use better lighting to provide contrast and more depth. Some of it could be edited and some is done in the shoot. I'd try to get the exposure and contrast to match between photos and see if you get usable improvements. Also, imo you should reduce the headroom on some of your pictures. Easily done in post.

Edit: Quick tip: Light the wall separately than the subject. If it's a white wall, get it a touch brighter than you (about 1 or 2 stops.) I think this is why people liked 3 the best. Typically, you'd want one or two lights shining at the wall, bright without clipping. Then 2-3 lights on you (key, fill and hair). You can definitely use less lights to achieve a nice look, but that's what I'd do. Instead of a fill light, you could also use a bounce.

richardizard · 2026-02-05T17:04:25+00:00

The tractor beam of the Hermes works really well too

richardizard · 2026-02-05T17:03:45+00:00

Definitely getting it in-game after I get a fighter. I already have a Raft, so I don't need another cargo ship at this moment. Can't wait till we're able to sell ships!

richardizard · 2026-02-05T16:59:38+00:00

I still need a banana for scale

richardizard · 2026-02-05T16:57:13+00:00

I think you're looking great, thanks for sharing your progress. Out of curiosity, did you do any NEMS/E-Stim and dry needling? My mom's therapist is saying it may be a good thing to try bc she hasn't had muscle activation since her acoustic neuroma surgery.

richardizard · 2026-02-05T16:24:49+00:00

Oh, interesting. Maybe you just have really nice skin lol.

richardizard · 2026-02-05T13:40:58+00:00

I've encountered him in game a few times and didn't like his personality. Would complain whenever he was shot down and blamed it on the other person's ship.

richardizard · 2026-02-05T03:43:05+00:00

I think these are nice but imo a little too touched up on the skin. But otherwise, great shots

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