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Get off my LAWN! "Grumpy Old Farts"

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Here's a song I sing in a local band. I'm singing this one on a karaoke club website I enjoy visiting...

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I tried but couldn't play it. It requires an Adobe Flash plugin on my Mac.

I downloaded the plugin last week and got an adware virus on my computer. Took me hours to clean up all the files. I read that Apple and Firefox doesn't recommend using it because there are security holes.
 
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So did I.

I particularly liked The Lonely Bull from an earlier LP. I remember trying to figure out how to play the song. The Ventures did it as well.
I recall the Ventures album that was mostly covers (mid 60's?) and I think the title was something like The Ventures Play Telstar and The Lonely Bull...and part of the Telstar name was blasting-off. I always liked that album!
 
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I had a nice long post going and then we lost power here...

The short version is Kudos to the Sweetwater Tech staff. My PF50-T has become very noisy in a mechanical, not hum way. The 12ax's were a bit microphonic, but the 12au was really microphonic. Tap your fingernail in the side of the chassis and boom through the amp.

So they are sending me both the 2-2ax7s and a 12au7 as the tubes were still in warranty. Great support!

Thanks
 
I had a nice long post going and then we lost power here...

The short version is Kudos to the Sweetwater Tech staff. My PF50-T has become very noisy in a mechanical, not hum way. The 12ax's were a bit microphonic, but the 12au was really microphonic. Tap your fingernail in the side of the chassis and boom through the amp.

So they are sending me both the 2-2ax7s and a 12au7 as the tubes were still in warranty. Great support!

Thanks

What make of tubes were they?

The tips around the mica insulating spacers have to be firmly against the glass envelope. Otherwise the internal structure is not properly supported and can vibrate and produce microphonics. This problem is visible. That isn’t the only cause though. For example, bad internal spot welds are another cause.

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What make of tubes were they?

The tips around the mica insulating spacers have to be firmly against the glass envelope. Otherwise the internal structure is not properly supported and can vibrate and produce microphonics. This problem is visible. That isn’t the only cause though. For example, bad internal spot welds are another cause.

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Beans....

The were all Rubys with a HG sticker on them. I figured this was the first step in solving the issue as the tubes are still under warranty. If this dosn't fix it, back it goes!

Thanks
 
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Catch up post, most of you will want to close your eyes and think of cotton candy clouds:

Speaking of whipped toppings, around that time Herb Alpert enjoyed a lot of success with Whipped Cream and Other Delights. Whenever I see that album, I think of House of Pancakes. Herb owned A&M records and made a lot of money.


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The Real Story Behind Herb Alpert's Iconic 'Whipped Cream & Other Delights' Album Cover, 50 Years Later

I not only have the original release LP, it's out of my collection and beside my turntable! AND not JUST for the cover. Interesting story BTW! thanks for that.

a month's worth of dried meals (like MRE's) and water.

Build up a 6 month supply. I did, then my wife had medical problems and didn't work for a year, so we ate it. Then built it back up again :D

For in house, I actually prefer canned goods. They are water and food. Meats, veggies, soups. Don't forget the mechanical can opener, Kitchen Aid, or it will bend in half. Water will keep for years with a few drops of bleach in it and tastes better than purification tabs. Is bleach good for you? I dunno but better for you than death by dehydration. Coleman camp stove, white gas because they run on gasoline. Use white gas if you can. Is cooking on gasoline good for you? You know the answer... Rice, even if you hate it, even if it's bleach flavored from the water. If you like fish, fermented fish or fish sauce will make it palatable (I actually read a study about how the Filipino fermented shrimp, bagoong, save millions from malnutrition by providing amino acids to those who can't afford meat). Strike anywhere matches. Dental, medical, hygiene, vitamins, etc. Don't flush the toilets, that's good water in the tank. A way to catch rainwater off the roof for flushing toilets and bathing. Ways to keep warm without power or CO poisoning. Hand tools. Guns and roses without the flowers. FM21-76 Invalid Link Removed $5 at abe.com etc. Store the book in the bug out bag.

Bug out bag is a miniature version of above. Full box of the matches, but the tips need to be dipped in melted paraffin wax or beeswax. Survival knife ($10ish at Harbor Freight for a decent stainless model, paint it flat black). Small stove, 7 day supply of food, water filter, canteen (even a large water bottle) fishing/hunting gear, maybe 1 change of clothes. 3 ft hose to siphon gas. Strong rope/parachute cord and a tarp. You have to be able to carry it, so fairly light and in a good bag. Wear good shoes or boots.

All I can think of now, and you know what? Beer and cooking night. I'll have to catch up later... need to start cooking or I'll cut my fingers off!
 
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I particularly liked The Lonely Bull from an earlier LP.

I believe you are mistaken. It was Iron Butterfly that did lonely bull:



I return to the thread and start dreaming of starting an IHOP/Hooter's crossover franchise.

I now see a large serving platter with two stacks of flat jacks and a dollop of whipped cream in the middle of each.

Is that all? I thought I was further behind... Don't pervert that you GOF's...
 
I just ripped two or three Troggs LP's this week and been jammin' them in the car.

Beer and Sam Ash night. Grabbed up some mic stands and PA cab stands. Old, fairly heavy Kustom 12's. Fella steered me away from more expensive ones to more sturdy ones that work without the legs folded all the way out for use in my house. Just set those up. Very good.

I had to give one of these a home at half the price new. The used one I got is still new. The mini size came out this year. That's new to me.

SMALLS BLUE HIPPO ANALOG CHORUS  
 
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I still ask my wife to put a record on when we’re on the road.

In the 50’s and early 60’s you could have a record player in your car. Never knew anyone that could afford one. Although a friend had a reverb unit in his. It made everything sound amazingly big in the car. Some AM top 40 radio stations broadcasted with added reverb.

 
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