Peret Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 In my opinion, if you don't have an exact tone in mind that you're looking for from your guitar (and I mean EXACT), you don't need a tube amp yet. Some of the solid states, particularly the older model Peavey amps sound excellent. I think by the time anyone needs a tube amp they will already know which one they want and why just by having heard them in the past. If you can't hear for yourself why you want a particular amp, don't buy it. The most important thing about guitar is sounding good to yourself. Vox AC30 - there is no substitute. (Though Fender Twin Reverb owners would dispute that.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHawkInLight Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 Vox AC30 - there is no substitute. (Though Fender Twin Reverb owners would dispute that.) I shouldn't speak on too much authority, I'm mostly an acoustic guy that plays electric because that's what's most needed in the church band. I only know about the limited amount of equipment I own and have used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldguy Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 (edited) I have been wrestling with some design issues on a pyro related prodject for 6 or 7 months, trying to overcome size, weight, portability and control issues.Today, I figured it out a design that is so toilet flush simple, inexpensive and cost effective it made me bust out laughing so hard it hurts . Edited January 12, 2012 by oldguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guntoteninfadel Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 Well congrats OG on that thing you told us nothing about! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
californiapyro Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 LOL!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHawkInLight Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 I can relate to having control issues over sizable and weighty things prior to a toilet flush, but how that relates to pyro beats me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldguy Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 Well congrats OG on that thing you told us nothing about! It is a charcoal retort.I am not going to spill the beans about it, until it's built & I can post a few pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldguy Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 OKAY..... I spilled the beans. http://www.amateurpyro.com/forums/topic/6890-oldguys-triple-barrel-charcoal-retort-design/page__p__90361__fromsearch__1?do=findComment&comment=90361 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nater Posted June 3, 2012 Share Posted June 3, 2012 Work has been exhausting lately. I have been training a very green new employee, reviewing charts for QA purposes and working very long hours to cover for people who are off. May was also too dry. It finally rained, and after leaving the station after being there for 3 days straight, I was greeted with a huge double rainbow all the way home. I am not intending to sound too sappy, but it really did help clear up being in bad mood after these long shifts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
californiapyro Posted June 6, 2012 Share Posted June 6, 2012 just won 20 lbs of chems from skylighter in their magnesium chips contest i am a very happy man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flying fish Posted June 7, 2012 Share Posted June 7, 2012 WHOAOAAA! DOUBLE RAINBOW!!! WHAT DOES IT MEAN?! IT'S SO BRIGHT AND VIVID! (Sorry, I have a tendency to regurgitate things I see in viral videos) I've been waiting to hear whether or not my cousins visiting Michigan would interfere with me going to PGI. Finally found out they are visiting the week before PGI, so it does not interfere! Of course, I still have to make sure I can take enough time off work to enjoy both of those things. I'm burning through vacation days like crazy this year. At this rate I'll be working through the holidays... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dagabu Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 (edited) Shot a 20 minute show last night in perfect weather, little breeze (1-2 mph) and starry sky. It was choreographed by a new and hungry pyro and was a great spectacle. Prisoners came in this morning to clean up so breaking down and stowing racks was the only thing we had to do. A good after glow party and "Pyros" on the big screen capped the night well. -dag Edited June 23, 2012 by dagabu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Potassiumchlorate Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 I'm trying to quit coffee and found 100 grams of Darjeeling tea, that I had forgotten that I had, in the cupboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dagabu Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 I'm trying to quit coffee... That might be the saddest thing I have ever heard! -dag Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackthumb Posted July 8, 2012 Share Posted July 8, 2012 That's as bad as finding a 'stash' of 1.3g and having no matches!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peret Posted July 8, 2012 Share Posted July 8, 2012 I'm trying to quit coffee and found 100 grams of Darjeeling tea, that I had forgotten that I had, in the cupboard. You are aware, I suppose, that gram for gram, indian teas contain more caffeine than coffee? (I assume it's the caffeine you're trying to quit) I never heard of anyone producing a decaffeinated tea. I suppose such a thing could exist but it would probably taste hideous. Decaffeinated coffees only exist because many coffee drinkers don't know what a good cup of coffee should taste like - even the nastiest home brewed decaf tastes better than the weak, bitter, burnt shit you usually get served in a restaurant. My experience of habitual tea drinkers is that they're very particular about the taste and would probably think decaf tea was completely ruined. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurritoBandito Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 I am so thankful to be a part of this community, and for all of the help from everyone here. If there's ever ANYTHING I can do for any of you please don't hesitate to ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dagabu Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 You are aware, I suppose, that gram for gram, indian teas contain more caffeine than coffee? (I assume it's the caffeine you're trying to quit) I never heard of anyone producing a decaffeinated tea. I suppose such a thing could exist but it would probably taste hideous. Decaffeinated coffees only exist because many coffee drinkers don't know what a good cup of coffee should taste like - even the nastiest home brewed decaf tastes better than the weak, bitter, burnt shit you usually get served in a restaurant. My experience of habitual tea drinkers is that they're very particular about the taste and would probably think decaf tea was completely ruined. I roast my beans at home (new thread?) to French/French plus, 45 seconds past second crack and just after a sheen of oil starts to show on the beans. That burns off about half the caffeine. I am so thankful to be a part of this community, and for all of the help from everyone here. If there's ever ANYTHING I can do for any of you please don't hesitate to ask. We are glad you are here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MWJ Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 I am so thankful to be a part of this community, and for all of the help from everyone here. If there's ever ANYTHING I can do for any of you please don't hesitate to ask.Your a good guy Mike. We are all glad your still with us and still here on APC! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurritoBandito Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 Thanks you two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
otto Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Dag and BB, occasional happiness? Really? To me, you two are exemplars of the pinnacle of human perseverance. Despite your experiences, you are still willing to share whatever you have. I live with one like that. I see everyday what chronic cancer and perpetual chemo does. I should hope to be half the person. It is people like you that make me hold hope for the human condition. Every day is a blessing, God bless you both . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurritoBandito Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Now that's flattery at it's finest. I don't even know how to respond, except to say IMO it's harder to watch others suffer than to deal with your own, self inflicted injuries. Thank you for the kind words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dagabu Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Dag and BB, occasional happiness? Really? To me, you two are exemplars of the pinnacle of human perseverance. Despite your experiences, you are still willing to share whatever you have. I live with one like that. I see everyday what chronic cancer and perpetual chemo does. I should hope to be half the person. It is people like you that make me hold hope for the human condition. Every day is a blessing, God bless you both . Thanks Otto but I am doing really well and God is good. The cast came off yesterday and I am once again touch typing (YIPEE!) and turning the handles on the lathe. I have several sets of tooling to get knocked out this morning for the Boy Scouts, they will be making 3/16" motors. At then its off to harvest grapes for a friend and have a meal with the group. Stay Green, stay safe, practise safe mastication, always use a condiment! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sendensengen Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 Occasional Happiness: Its a great time spend with family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richtee Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 Yeah they were down 0-20 at halftime. Great comeback. They're now 3-0, lookin good. A lot of people happy in Detroit. Sorry I HAD to! Dunno if Night is around much any more, but Hahahaha... nothing has changed in Detroit! Ripped out our hearts that year and ever since..like always. Sorry to kick this up, but the laugh was good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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