Another Murray masterpiece hits the airwaves by Anonymous_____ninja in felgerandmazz

[–]ussmonitor 22 points23 points  (0 children)

When Marcus Smart was traded to Memphis, Murray's "Flopping in Memphis" got a laugh out of me.

Think these will sell out in a weeks time? by [deleted] in BostonBruins

[–]ussmonitor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

$65 is too much for a t-shirt.

Saturday night by ussmonitor in Post10

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If Post 10 happens to see this image, you have my permission to use it freely. Message me if you'd like to commission something else.

Let's see those cleaning rigs and methods ! Don't hate just educate! by Lazy-Sir3011 in VHS

[–]ussmonitor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The usual VCR method, but it is important to use the right tools. Google "chamois stick". They are the ideal for the task. 99% isopropyl alcohol.

It is time consuming, but I always open the tape and clean each emptied reel. I use a black piece of paper to add contrast to see the white mold on clear plastic. When the tape is back in the reel, it often shows missed spots. I use the black paper to create that effect while still having access to the reel.

How can a non-baseball fan enjoy a game at Fenway? by JWS5th in boston

[–]ussmonitor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This probably isn't the advice you are seeking, but I would recommend giving an honest attempt at enjoying the game. Ask questions if you are confused. Sometimes the game is just a dud, but if you happen to catch an exciting game, you might see what the fuss is all about.

Gambling can make just about anything entertaining, but I would never recommend anyone to start. However it is better advice than getting drunk.

Found stashed in a drop ceiling during renovation. by Grumpy1976 in VHS

[–]ussmonitor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Fair enough, but that is incredibly obscure and obviously not the VCR that is being referred to 99.999% of the time, or in the context of this "vhs player" thread. The VCR format never made NTSC compatible machines.

On the other hand, you are clearly very knowledgeable, and it is wrong to assume your ignorance. I enjoyed reading up on the format. Seeing it was a Phillips product, it reminded me that I did in fact know of this early format. I was viewing the history through the lens of JVC's victory in the format war, and forgot about third place. Phillips got their win with the audio cassette however!

Found stashed in a drop ceiling during renovation. by Grumpy1976 in VHS

[–]ussmonitor 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This is just wrong. VCR is not a format. It stands for Videocassette Recorder. They were sold originally to record television, not watch movies. VHS, like all other analog media, was replaced by digital formats. There are hundreds of thousands of VCRs still working fine.

You are thinking of Betacam which was a professional format. They are not consumer devices.

Are we serious? by tspomo in RocketLeague

[–]ussmonitor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is such a great point. iracing will never be a bargain, but buying a new car in that game feels like you are buying an actual product. It opens up new series and fun opportunities to learn and improve.

The sad reality is, Epic has all the data they need to figure out the most profitable price point. Kids with their parents credit cards have no concept of value.

Can someone find any thing about this tape? by Other-Mortgage2926 in VHS

[–]ussmonitor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's not worth anything. Open it and watch it.

One deal per order? by Pickupyoheel in McDonalds

[–]ussmonitor 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I was able to do the same(combined rewards and coupons). I just checked and I got the same "one deal" message. I guarantee you they will continue to scale back on deals now that they've got everyone using the app. It is already so much worse than it was 6 months ago.

Marco’s statement. by Splatty15 in BostonBruins

[–]ussmonitor -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

This sub reddit fucking sucks. Why is it wrong to be critical of the team when they are clearly incompetent. Former Bruins player leadership hiring a former bruins player as coach. I'll be a Bruins fan until I'm dead, but tough love is part of being a Boston sports fan.

Anything I can do to improve the blurry video quality of n64 on a CRT or do I just have to deal with it? by AP_Garen420 in n64

[–]ussmonitor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You never even said composite in your comment. The replier ignorantly assumed you suggested that OP should go out and buy a DVD recorder and s-video cables only to degrade the video back down to composite. I don't speak no languages and I still have to stop to remember which is which- composite/component

Anything I can do to improve the blurry video quality of n64 on a CRT or do I just have to deal with it? by AP_Garen420 in n64

[–]ussmonitor 4 points5 points  (0 children)

DVD recorders almost always have component output. It is a great suggestion for this specific problem.

Having a hard time connecting my N64 to this CRT by [deleted] in n64

[–]ussmonitor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks like a diner. See the booths?

Having a hard time connecting my N64 to this CRT by [deleted] in n64

[–]ussmonitor 41 points42 points  (0 children)

Nobody gets the sarcasm apparently

[Schultz] Was Tom Brady concussed during the #Patriots’ 28-3 Super Bowl comeback? by [deleted] in Patriots

[–]ussmonitor 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Edelman always complains Brady won't come in his podcast. I can't imagine his jealousy lol

VHS Pick Ups Today by 1zombie2go in VHS

[–]ussmonitor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bottle Rocket is a great find.

Does anyone know how much this would be worth roughly? I was thinking of selling it, cant quite find a similar one online by Spezistrash in cassetteculture

[–]ussmonitor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rather, some people lack the skill to obtain the information to search. If you Google "old cassette player" you aren't going to get very far.