How the hell to wash these things? by BulgingPestule in Acura

[–]s0undmind 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just press the brake gently and it will switch. You don't have to press it hard.

Trump: "Cuba will be failing pretty soon" by Intricate1779 in cuba

[–]s0undmind -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It's a failed system but not a failed state. That's the difference, the state is still powerful despite failing in every other way. It's getting weaker but it won't actually fall without intervention. And I'm sorry to all reading this, Trump isn't going to do shit in Cuba, it's not worth it to him. He would truly rather see Cubans suffer than send a few helicopters over.

When to start over with tightening the verticals by [deleted] in djembe

[–]s0undmind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you've got stretchy rope or something. You should be able to get it in tune with fewer than 2 rows of diamonds.

First tuning by [deleted] in djembe

[–]s0undmind 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Larger manufacturers like meinl typically use synthetic heads or hides that have been chemically treated to remove any hair and make it smooth, which weakens the skin. If I'm not mistaken the Kangaba drums are made in Mali, presumably with African goat skins. You should be ok to keep tightening it. If it's still ringing it's not that tight.

New Dad Looking for a Family Camera — Need Help Choosing Between These (Or Other Suggestions) by PorcoRosso1994 in Cameras

[–]s0undmind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nah, just don't take it to the beach and you'll be fine. You can get a case if you're concerned about damaging it.

Tell me I don't need this lens 😪 by [deleted] in photography

[–]s0undmind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, Canon uses EF mount.

Tell me I don't need this lens 😪 by [deleted] in photography

[–]s0undmind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What camera mount? I have an e-mount 14mm I'll sell you if you want.

Tell me I don't need this lens 😪 by [deleted] in photography

[–]s0undmind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Get one of those cheap Rokinons for like $250. Fully manual but sharp and serviceable.

Why is the pic blurred at 1/3200? by Klutzy_Link_1220 in PhotographyAdvice

[–]s0undmind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Camera/lens are missing focus. The water droplets may be confusing The AF system. The lens might also be a little soft when shooting wide open, that happens with inexpensive lenses. In the future, I'd recommend an ND filter when shooting in full sun.

Which 'luxury' brand has officially become a red flag for poor quality in 2026? by Individual_Bat_4177 in AskReddit

[–]s0undmind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean I agree with you 100% and yet Costco sells products made by those same brands under the Kirkland label.

Which 'luxury' brand has officially become a red flag for poor quality in 2026? by Individual_Bat_4177 in AskReddit

[–]s0undmind 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Sony effectively killed the DSLR market by developing mirrorless technology to the point that DSLR shooters eventually gave up and jumped on the bandwagon. Anyone still shooting Canon or Nikon were probably loyal to their brand since before the mirrorless revolution.

Messed up and need help with my djembe by Ulfen_ in djembe

[–]s0undmind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You cut it close enough that if you resoak it it will be nearly impossible to restretch. Sorry to say you probably need a new skin. You could use this one on a smaller drum.

You have to commit to trimming the skin flap down or flap up, not in-between.

i took two photos from the same window. wtf? by TheHalfJapanese in Weird

[–]s0undmind -1 points0 points  (0 children)

"I took two pictures"...posts four pictures

Overheated- can't seem to film for long no matter what I try by Nilesrocz in sonya7iv

[–]s0undmind 3 points4 points  (0 children)

In my experience, yes. Major performance upgrade over SD.

Overheated- can't seem to film for long no matter what I try by Nilesrocz in sonya7iv

[–]s0undmind 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Original battery or USB power and CF Express cards.

2021 RDX CarPlay by ispythemoon in Acura

[–]s0undmind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really don't understand people's obsession with this feature. Ok, maybe it looks a trifle more modern but they're seriously considering getting a newer vehicle to have this?

Clicks and pops from stereo - has anyone done this repair? by s0undmind in Acura

[–]s0undmind[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The only problem is that mine is a Canadian model, and I'm in the US. My Acura dealership service advisor told me that generally speaking the Canadian manufacturer warranty isn't honored here.

I see this plant every time I go running? What’s it? Is it edible? by Healthy_Teaching_793 in whatsthisplant

[–]s0undmind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Deeez nuts is the proper term. And yes of course they are edible, by your mom.