Dave Scepter

Shoot, shoot straight Shoot, shoot to kill, yeah Blame each other, blame yourself You know, God is a bullet, have mercy on us everyone 🙏

And I hope And I dream And I pray That sometime... we'll find a way 🙏

Price of tickets did it in for me... I was planning to see Joe Satriani and Steve Vai, but they want $200+ a ticket... add tax, surcharge, parking & food/drinks... plus I'm older and the women aren't what they used to be... fuck that! 🤣

That's great news... It looks awesome, The treble will calm down a bit once it's broken in and becomes more rounded/fuller sounding

I copied this from the internet... 😃 The Sony D-25 (often marketed as the D-250 outside the US) is widely regarded in audiophile circles as one of the best-sounding portable CD players ever produced, often praised for its "warm" and analog-like sound, sometimes even challenging high-end home CD players. Released around 1989-1990, it is known for its robust metal-bodied construction, 4-times oversampling, and lack of digital sound processing (DSP), which audiophiles often credit for its high-fidelity performance. Key Aspects of the Sony D-25/D-250: Sound Quality: The sound is frequently described as "gorgeous" and "glorious," with very defined and deep bass, smooth highs, and a, surprisingly deep soundstage for a portable unit. It provides a very high level of inner resolution and is often considered superior in sound to the later, more feature-rich D-555. Build and Design: It features a, durable, metal-bodied design. It has a simple, clean, and retro aesthetic, lacking the plastic, cheap feel of later models. Performance: It has a powerful headphone amp that can easily drive even demanding, high-impedance headphones, such as the Sennheiser HD580 or HD600, directly. Features: It includes a line-out, a backlit display (when connected to AC power), and can display "Index" markers. Drawbacks: It lacks anti-skip technology (anti-shock). It is also known for having short battery life, typically lasting only 3.5 to 4 hours on a full charge. It often requires service due to aging components, particularly the "middle gear" in the laser sled assembly. Price and Availability: The unit is considered a "cult classic" and can be quite expensive, often selling on eBay for prices ranging from roughly $400 to over $800, depending on condition. Verdict: The Sony D-25 is an exceptional, high-fidelity portable CD player, perfect for stationary or careful listening, but not suitable for active use due to the lack of anti-skip protection. It is a prized collector's item that offers, arguably, the best sound quality in a vintage portable, but requires a, significant investment, both in purchase price and potential, repairs.

You're all children of a worthless God

SD is getting old and making a last ditch money grab before retiring to some deserted island

Like this?🤣

Thanks, i have quite a few other CD players but prefer to use this particular one for nostalgic reasons 👍 Thanks, I'll give them a shot

I like the double cream humbucker on this one better but not the bashed in "dented" lower jack area 😢 or maybe the photo is exaggerated?

That's badass at a great price too! 😍

Hey, Any of you guys fix or know someone that repairs old Sony CD Walkmans?.. I was planning on using this for a bedroom type set up, but there's no output on either the headphone or line out and would like it repaired... it might not be cost-effective, but as it turns out, it's supposed to be one of the best Discman's ever produced "soundwise"😳 plus I have a soft spot for nostalgic things 😃 I'd attempt to repair it myself however, without opening it, I'm guessing parts are much too tiny with SMD technology

Looks like it sold already

Cool post Saul, thanks for sharing... I must admit, of all the things that have gone by the wayside, I miss Radio Shack the most... though I know you can buy everything online, there's just something about being able to walk into a brick and mortar with a list to hand pick your components 😪

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I accidentally double posted 😃

Yes, D'Addario manufactures their own strings in-house, including drawing their own wire and producing various types of metal windings, some of which are designed with a more textured feel (often described as "rough" or "bright" by players). Key details about D'Addario’s manufacturing and string materials: In-House Manufacturing: D'Addario makes over 95% of their products in the U.S., controlling the entire process from raw material drawing to packaging. "Rough" or Textured Strings: ProSteels: These are stainless steel strings known for a very bright, high-output sound and a, often described as, "rougher" or "stickier" feel under the fingers compared to nickel. Uncoated Wires: Standard nickel-wound strings, while generally smooth, can feel more textured than coated alternatives. Materials Used: D'Addario uses high-carbon steel for cores (including their own "NY Steel") and wraps them with various materials, including nickel-plated steel, stainless steel, phosphor bronze, and 80/20 bronze. Quality Control: They use diamond dyes to draw wire and maintain tight tolerances,, aiming for a "consistent" feel, though different materials like stainless steel are inherently more textured than nickel.

That's a great deal 👍

Hey Let me know if you need another artery 🤣

Wow, that piano player is 🔥

Such a great guitarist but a tragic ending by suicide, after dealing with cancer

Nice!.. That sounds like a great road trip... I grew up in Daly City, right down the street from the Cow Palace... at the time, the Bay Area was such a cool place to live with an epic music scene... I was so fortunate to be able to see TONS of concerts!.. great memories~ wishing you and your wife a very fun and safe road trip 😃

Yikes!.. sending prayers🙏 And here's to a speedy recovery🍺 Oh, keep us posted~