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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 14, 2019 7:27:34 GMT
Quite common when people aren't sure what they bought, or they can't fetch it. Happened to me also.
Looks a tidy unit TBF
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2019 7:33:08 GMT
Quite common when people aren't sure what they bought, or they can't fetch it. Happened to me also. Looks a tidy unit TBF I had the previous single box version. It was excellent and very nicely made. Definitely up in the top handful of pre-amps I've used. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2019 7:42:50 GMT
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 14, 2019 7:46:36 GMT
Quite common when people aren't sure what they bought, or they can't fetch it. Happened to me also. Looks a tidy unit TBF I had the previous single box version. It was excellent and very nicely made. Definitely up in the top handful of pre-amps I've used. Got an alps blue in!!! |
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Post by antonio on Dec 14, 2019 11:23:40 GMT
You're becoming obsessed with this alps blue Oli.
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 14, 2019 11:29:33 GMT
You're becoming obsessed with this alps blue Oli. With good reason! |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2019 11:31:58 GMT
You're becoming obsessed with this alps blue Oli. What do you mean "becoming"?  I have equipment with them in that sounds fine to me. That's not to say that there may not be better options though. |
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 14, 2019 11:38:51 GMT
You're becoming obsessed with this alps blue Oli. What do you mean "becoming"? I have equipment with them in that sounds fine to me. That's not to say that there may not be better options though. Yes, quite right. I have been obsessed since I removed one for a Stepped Attenuator and have since been left horrified by the amount of "hi-end" gear with them in. Ok, as far as being the right part for the job "attenuation" yes, they do it and they do a good job of channel matching etc, but there is a far better way and a way that doesn't bottleneck the sound. May not be night and day on some gear, but on others it was a WOW moment. |
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Post by antonio on Dec 14, 2019 11:39:09 GMT
I'm sure they're fine Geoff, it's just Oli.  |
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 14, 2019 11:44:27 GMT
I'm sure they're fine Geoff, it's just Oli. I'd love you to hear what I did and have on multiple occasions. Okay, the Khozmo 64 step jobbie I have now is about 50x more expensive but I wouldn't be without it. |
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Post by firebottle on Dec 15, 2019 10:43:32 GMT
You need to be at a certain level of transparency with the supporting kit, but when you are the shortcomings of the Alps Blue are quite apparent.
It is expensive to better it but with quality kit it is definitely worth it.
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 15, 2019 10:46:51 GMT
You need to be at a certain level of transparency with the supporting kit, but when you are the shortcomings of the Alps Blue are quite apparent. It is expensive to better it but with quality kit it is definitely worth it. It must have been obvious because you splashed out pretty much same day lol That's only happened on three occasions in the 4 years I've known you lol |
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Post by firebottle on Dec 15, 2019 10:49:39 GMT
Lol
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Post by nonuffin on Dec 26, 2019 9:04:13 GMT
I sold an item on xmas eve and this morning on boxing day I got a message from the buyer demanding that I post it. I had to remind this Sh#t-for-brains that there are NO postal or courier services actually working over the xmas period. What an asshole.
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 26, 2019 9:11:19 GMT
I sold an item on xmas eve and this morning on boxing day I got a message from the buyer demanding that I post it. I had to remind this Sh#t-for-brains that there are NO postal or courier services actually working over the xmas period. What an asshole. Haha, you've got to love an eBay nutter. |
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Post by antonio on Dec 26, 2019 9:54:07 GMT
God, there are some idiots nonuffin.
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Post by nonuffin on Dec 26, 2019 19:26:33 GMT
God, there are some idiots nonuffin. Yep, if I took his brain out and put a turd in there instead it will probably double his intelligence |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 26, 2019 19:33:00 GMT
Not so much nutters as fukin crooks.....
The scum that describe an album as in M/NM condition when in fact it would be VG/G
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 26, 2019 19:34:41 GMT
Not so much nutters as fukin crooks..... The scum that describe an album as in M/NM condition when in fact it would be VG/G That pisses me off. Ordered a VG+ LP recently and it looked like someone had tried sanding it down lol. Utter cack, got a refund. |
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Post by robbiegong on Dec 27, 2019 19:57:22 GMT
Agreed, a serious annoyance and irritation when you pay for what you think will be the EX/NM/MINT as listed, only for the complete opposite to turn up  - An absolute pain and insult ! I dont hold back and let them know why what they've sent me is absolutely not what they say it is and that it will be in the post back to them, for a full refund, including the cost of return postage. Never had my demand/request not fulfilled  |
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Post by nonuffin on Apr 9, 2020 19:45:08 GMT
I want a ramp for my mobility scooter and have been looking on ebay for ages.
This week I saw a listing for a 6 footer in Nottingham with no bids on a 99p start. But it was "collection only" as usual so I ask if I can arrange a courier collection.
The reply I get back is "Sorry, but I have no packaging materials at all", so I replied don't I want it wrapped as they are more than robust enough to travel without, some some tape or string to stop it unfolding during transit would be advisable. Just a minute before the auction ends I get another message saying "collection only" so I can't bid on it.
Can someone explain to me what the difference is between me arriving on her doorstep and a courier, because either way she didn't have to lift a finger for posting as even the label goes with the Parcelforce or DX driver to stick on it.
I did remind the lazy useless cow that there was a lockdown in force and in truth NOBODY should be collecting anything in person. Be ironic that the winner of the auction gives her the Coro when collecting it.
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Post by macca on Apr 9, 2020 20:32:16 GMT
When you do get a ramp how many buses are you planning to jump?
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Post by macca on Apr 9, 2020 20:35:49 GMT
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Post by antonio on Apr 10, 2020 10:37:39 GMT
Collection only severely limits bids, so can expect a reduced price.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2020 12:47:33 GMT
Ebayer's by their very nature should be whipped to a slow coma with a slightly salted gingerly moist slug tied to a PMC fact 12 with a pink ribbon
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Post by nonuffin on Apr 10, 2020 16:16:46 GMT
When you do get a ramp how many buses are you planning to jump? Buses Martin? Nope, no chance at 8mph top speed.
The ramp is to get the scooter into the back of my car so going to the supermarket is less of a trial. Today I had to stand for nearly an hour waiting in a queue waiting to get in, although they were offering cups of water. I said if it's Vodka then bring it on, so the whole queue burst out laughing. Not much glee otherwise, although the girl in front of me had a very tasty arse to gawp at  |
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Post by macca on Apr 10, 2020 17:25:48 GMT
More positives than negatives then.
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- An absolute pain and insult ! 
