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I considered trading my 2018 Air in for an upgrade until I saw that they'd offer just $290 for it. I know I could sell it for double that easy if I was truly motivated but I'm not. Yet. I'd like to see a few actual reviews first and some comparisons. The '18 does everything that I need it to and frankly, I've got too many computers right now.

I believe the unit that you can see in the picture above is an Alpha pot which was sourced via a large group buy. I don't think that you can buy them one-off.

The KGSS is a robust and reliable unit. I've heard of precious few (none come to mind immediately) that had issues when built by a competent builder. Birgir would certainly more than qualify for that standard. And while that chassis is compact I'd wager it has far better (and just more) heat management and dissipation compared to the original design's on board heat sinks. The original design was fine, don't get me wrong, but inherently needed more volume to operate in because airflow across the heat sinks could be limited. Comparison wise just look at what the standard KGSS has been compared to before. I don't think any of the modern(ish) Stax amps can compete with the KGSS (others feel free to correct) and have no experience with the commercial models you are referencing.

First and foremost, congrats! But what does that mean for you and Rice, Shelly?

Come on Brent, this bridge is calling your name. There are tress in the water so you can kill two types of falls in one go.

That's a pretty random first post...

My 2c is rent a beast and get it done, just make sure it is designed for 2-handed operation as you don't want that much power/torque without it, in my opinion. And it seems to me that this is a pretty task-specific tool so buying something is of very limited utility.

I don't mind it. Hurray for it not being black/white/grey/silver. Bring back some funky-ass colors.

Saw this and literally thought, "God bless them for having the sense to use the best parts available."

They? That isn't a Canyon specific bag, that's just the one that I've had on every bike for like 10 years now or something? I'm fairly certain it's a Topeak Aero Wedge and they don't make anything I'd call large but there are certainly frame bags and that's what I'd look at if I wan't more storage (e.g. https://www.bicycling.com/bikes-gear/g39263352/bike-frame-bags/).

Finally got the new (to me) ride out for a proper shakedown. It feels good, I felt slow this morning. Weather was pretty much perfect.

It does, thank you.

Think very fucking carefully before making your 17th post here.

Happy Birthday, Brent!

I'd see if there are any comparisons out there for the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio. It's the closest thing I've found to macbook build quality and I have multiple friends that run AutoCAD on it - I just don't have direct experience. It games just fine though.

Here's to hoping that you've had a great day!

General rule of thumb (that I've been taught anyway) is that to the maximum extent possible finish all sides of the piece the same. The hope is that it helps to avoid warping/twisting/cracking from uneven moisture absorption or loss. Regardless, it looks great.

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday!

I’ll be more than a little curious to get the hard-core (or semi hard core) audiophile opinion of how these work. If they work as advertised and as intended, my read is that they’ll basically replace about 90% of the standard audio chain. Have a nice preamp? Don’t really need it any more. Nice DAC? Nope, don’t need that either. Amp? Shit, what is the point of all those McIntosh lights anymore… Brave new world if they work.

Take a breath and stop issuing orders when you are not empowered to do so. I see nothing wrong with the posts here.

I think we're done with this particular asshat.

Thanks for granting permission? You think you have conditions to the suggestion that you should go elsewhere? Your "if you are a man" bullshit is tiresome. If you think we're interested in your 1,000+ word missives about what you think, what you won't stand behind, what you will, etc., etc., ad nauseum, you are mistaken. No one asked you to join here or told we don't have a ToS because we don't need one.

It's been a week and I am truly sorry to be late to this party. Happy belated birthday, Ari.

Chili's would be so proud.