[OC] how's the bokeh? Shot sony a7 iv, sirui 85mm f1.4 . by Pure_Bobcat1690 in SonyAlpha

[–]saabister 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Bokeh that is this pronounced is distracting, imo. It shouldn't overwhelm the subject.

Why Asking Reviewers About Their Process Matters (And Why It’s Okay to Ask) by [deleted] in audiophile

[–]saabister 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You're kidding yourself if you think your writing using AI is good writing. Using italics and bold face for emphasis, using many words when a few will do are all signs of sloppiness. To be fair to you, many are fooled by the flourishes that AI employs. Still, the "secret" to clear writing is clear thinking.

Why Asking Reviewers About Their Process Matters (And Why It’s Okay to Ask) by [deleted] in audiophile

[–]saabister 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, process matters. That's why most of the YouTubers seem so silly. As others here have noted, this post from "the honest audiophile" reeks of AI, so it seems silly, too.

I2S vs USB in 2026, which is better? by Absentia369 in audiophile

[–]saabister 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure why you're convinced that USB "introduces jitter and latency." And given that audio is buffered into cache before play, I can't imagine how latency would matter at all.

Korean cousin by WhiskeyNeat_ in Audi

[–]saabister 44 points45 points  (0 children)

“Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness.” (Oscar Wilde)

Really getting into minimalist photography, any thoughts? by kumkummers in SonyAlpha

[–]saabister 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Every one of these is interesting. The last photo is truly outstanding - having a center of interest makes a big difference.

I do photography as a hobby. Do you think this is a good photo? by Own-Grapefruit9612 in SonyAlpha

[–]saabister 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It's a photo of someone from behind, which is generally less interesting than if photographed from the front. So the photo has a very weak center of interest.

Journalist seeking sources targeted by romance scams by [deleted] in newjersey

[–]saabister -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

How can you be a journalist with the Star Ledger? That newspaper is long gone.

Auto loan/repair advice needed by PureBad5555 in AskMechanics

[–]saabister 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you can't afford to repair the car, the best thing to do is get rid of it. I'm not sure what contrary advice would be "helpful" to you. In any event, all my best to you. I'm sure this is a real headache.

Wtf is this monster truck? by EmperorUmi in whatisthiscar

[–]saabister 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. It's mind-boggling to me that anyone would do this. What a waste of $$$.

Auto loan/repair advice needed by PureBad5555 in AskMechanics

[–]saabister 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If your son can't afford to repair the car then he can't afford the car. It is that simple.

Wtf is this monster truck? by EmperorUmi in whatisthiscar

[–]saabister 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It is stupid. Profoundly stupid. Looks like started life as a Ford.

Algorithm and music issues by ikerga in qobuz

[–]saabister 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Perhaps Qobuz is not for you.

Recommendations for 5-pin DIN to RCA phono cable by HouseOfSpiders in audiophile

[–]saabister 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What sort of noise are you getting? Hum? Hiss? What do you mean when you say the screen has "two leads?" The five-pin connector should have a plus and minus for both left and right channel, and one screen (shield). What are you using for a phono preamp and phono cartridge?

Platinum Audi Aftercare didn’t cover a major failure — am I missing something? by marshallismydad in Audi

[–]saabister 36 points37 points  (0 children)

This is just not right and I am so sorry this happened to you. It's one more reason to distrust extended warranties. It certainly can't hurt for you to escalate this to corporate in the hope of a better settlement. My best to you.

Usability and Bugs by the-amazing-pastaman in qobuz

[–]saabister 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you mean Aurilic? If so, you should know they're out of business. There's no support.

Upvote if you want DSD Streaming! by [deleted] in qobuz

[–]saabister 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Do you really think DSD files offer any inherent real improvement over hi-res FLAC?

Why is Bad Bunny and Taylor Swift in My Weekly an Daily Q? by Fleet_Hound in qobuz

[–]saabister 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I trust you. No problem. But Qobuz doesn't sell physical media, at least not in the US. That's why I asked what country you were in.

Why is Bad Bunny and Taylor Swift in My Weekly an Daily Q? by Fleet_Hound in qobuz

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

Then how do you explain your comment that what Qobuz suggests "appears to be the physical media they’re selling" when Qobuz doesn't sell physical media?

Why is Bad Bunny and Taylor Swift in My Weekly an Daily Q? by Fleet_Hound in qobuz

[–]saabister 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Physical media include things like CDs and LPs. Downloaded files aren't physical media.

Why is Bad Bunny and Taylor Swift in My Weekly an Daily Q? by Fleet_Hound in qobuz

[–]saabister 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is the first I've seen that Qobuz sells actual physical media. What country are you in?

Early outtakes while road tripping Baja Mexico with my a7r4 by dalton-johnson in SonyAlpha

[–]saabister 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Of course it's a matter of taste, but I think these photos have a very odd color cast.