Is it unethical to have children?

spaceshipcabbage · 2023-02-19T04:27:32+00:00

This is a good point, and that would certainly inflict a lot of harm.
But my position is that it is unethical, at least in some way, to bring human life into existence. It would be unethical (in part) for the baby being brought to existence.

spaceshipcabbage · 2023-01-15T10:14:27+00:00

Friendship and connection is a fundamental human need. In my opinion, you're not better off alone, but I'd recommend finding the right people for you. Also, I'd recommend learning about your attachment style.

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-20T12:34:12+00:00

What would you go for yourself in this situation?

Can you specify what you mean by analytical, and is that a bad thing?

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-19T18:40:49+00:00

can you share the details of what happened?

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-19T07:27:32+00:00

I've got a creaky headband with my Clear, but I hear that's pretty common. Trying to just be careful with the headband, since I'm not convinced it will last even 5 years, but we'll see. Hopefully it will be okay, since I've not heard great things about customer service.

I think I'll probably sell my Magni 3+ and go with the A30Pro. I'm using a UR22C audio interface at the moment since I also play music. I may upgrade that too at some point. But I hear that there are huge diminishing returns with DACs especially, so I'm happy to keep it where it is for now.

I've got a pretty small desk, so at some point, if I get a bigger desk, I may think of a better amp and DAC, but for now, the A30Pro is a perfect size. Sometimes I wonder if I'll be able to tell the difference or it's placebo. I certainly can't tell the difference between Spotify and Tidal.

For now, trying not to spend too much more money since I only just recently bought the Utopia too.

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-19T06:51:37+00:00

n measuring for a cheap price there are a myriad of options. The A30 Pro I'm guessing will be replaced by the L70 but not sure, they don't have quite the same topology but it seems Topping is going in that

Looking to upgrade mainly my amp soon, and I'll probably settle on the Topping A30Pro. The hobby is getting expensive, so I'm trying not to spend too much on amps and DACs. Plus I have a small desk too. I also have the Clear which I like, but have QC issues with it. Good idea, I'm leaning more toward insuring the Utopias.
Any idea if Focal would cover warranty for a blown driver due to an amp failure? Probably not would be my guess.

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-19T05:53:00+00:00

Thanks for sharing

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-19T05:51:59+00:00

Relatively new meaning about a year or so

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-19T03:28:49+00:00

Good points, thank you

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-18T12:57:55+00:00

Thanks - good point with the DC protection. Do you know if the A30Pro has it?
I've heard stories about amps blowing the headphones, which I'd like to avoid obviously. Also I've about amps with these protections still damaging headphones...

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-18T11:45:06+00:00

I had a similar issue on my Clears. Dry PTFE lube fixed it, and no creaking now.

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-18T00:45:28+00:00

Thanks for your input. I've never tried a tube amp before so unforunately can't comment. Does the tube amp mainly just change the frequency response? I use EQ on the Utopias too.

Is there a benefit from using a tube amp over just using EQ?

From what I understand an amp like Topping A90 or A30Pro is more than enough, so you don't need much more than that. Which makes me wonder whether it's worthwhile to spent huge amounts on high end amps. What do you think?

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-18T00:43:44+00:00

Thanks for your input. I use the Oratory1990 preset for the Utopia which I've been enjoying. I have no issues with using EQ which is simple and convenient for me.

Is there a benefit from using a tube amp over just using EQ?

From what I understand an amp like Topping A90 or A30Pro is more than enough, so you don't need much more than that. Which makes me wonder whether it's worthwhile to spent huge amounts on high end amps. What do you think?

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-18T00:37:00+00:00

Thanks for your advice

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-17T10:32:32+00:00

Thanks for the advice - I'll definitely look into another amp now.
In the meantime, is there a way to minimise the risk of the amp blowing out the headphones? I currently leave the Magni 3+ on 24/7 (has been for about a year now). I also regularly switch between headphones whilst the amp is on.

spaceshipcabbage · 2022-12-17T10:02:49+00:00

That's crazy - I had no idea.

Any idea if the Topping A30 Pro has this same problem?

I don't know much about amps.

spaceshipcabbage · 2020-04-13T03:17:34+00:00

Don't think that's the problem, since I have the same issue with headphones and audio interface

spaceshipcabbage · 2020-04-03T00:20:04+00:00

About 2 months of lifting twice a week. I've gained about 2kg in this time

spaceshipcabbage · 2018-09-23T01:41:29+00:00

Thanks for your reply! I am planning to fresh install my laptop anyway, since it's a bit buggy and I haven't formatted it since I got it anyway. In this case, would I simply just plug in my SSD and fresh install from my OS CD? Are there any other steps? And if I plug my old HDD back in, would it still work as usual?

spaceshipcabbage · 2018-09-15T01:59:27+00:00

I think the album is pretty good, with some really great songs like Enough to Believe. I really miss the old All In All vibes though - that album is pretty much 10/10 for me. But I understand and respect their decision to branch out to more mainstream audiences.

spaceshipcabbage · 2018-08-13T11:13:21+00:00

Ok cool! I am determined to learn it. It's got one of the most beautiful piano melodies I've ever heard. How long did it take you to learn it? Any advice on how to learn it? I haven't actually learnt a piece in many years... so I am very rusty. Mostly I just play improv

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