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captaincabinets replied to jasswolf on Audio Technica ATH-R70X Professional Open Back Reference Headphones $389 + Delivery @ UMart
I have recently purchased the X2HR and I love it. Much preferred to my previous Beyer DT990 and AT M50X. I am a similar user to you also....
09/05/2021 - 15:47
captaincabinets replied to kfcfatfat on J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study Data 2003-21
The US is a huge place. Like Australia, there are some places with excellent roads and others with sh!t roads.
30/04/2021 - 17:07
captaincabinets replied to Bid Sniper on J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study Data 2003-21
Your first point is fair, and I wasn't aware of this. I think it may be a generalisation to say that all US-built Subaru is crap and all...
30/04/2021 - 17:00
captaincabinets replied to battler on J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study Data 2003-21
@battler Yeah I made that version too. Great minds think alike. Didn't think there'd be enough interest to warrant posting both versions....
30/04/2021 - 16:56
captaincabinets replied to slknv on J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study Data 2003-21
I feel like we read different articles. Where does it say that it's BS?
29/04/2021 - 21:48
captaincabinets replied to SF3 on J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study Data 2003-21
If the data is helpful to you it's now easily accessible
29/04/2021 - 20:57
captaincabinets posted a forum topic J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study Data 2003-21
Hi all I'm interested in the reliability of cars and I suspect a few other car nerds / enthusiasts are too. There is no perfect measure but...
29/04/2021 - 18:29
captaincabinets replied to Outsider on [eBay Plus] Sony Xperia 1 II $888.25, Xperia 5 II $849.15 Delivered @ Sky Phonez eBay
My I left my Xperia XZ Premium in a hot car for an hour and it cooked it. Was never the same after that, could only make calls using...
28/04/2021 - 17:50
captaincabinets commented on Best Phone Reception for Outback
Something to consider is that Telstra network operators (Boost, ALDI etc) get the same coverage, often for a cheaper price. I work remote...
26/04/2021 - 13:58
captaincabinets commented on Sound System Recommendations
Used to own the 65C9. Definitely invest in a sound system, it'll probably outlast your TV. I spent a couple of years building up a high end...
26/04/2021 - 13:55
captaincabinets replied to Cheaplikethebird on Open Back Headphones under $200
Very happy with my X2HRs. Prefer them to my other Audio Technica / Beyerdynamic / Sony XM3s
21/04/2021 - 17:30
captaincabinets replied to wuds on Cannon DSLR Servicing centre - Brisbane
Depends on the calibre and type of powder you use I believe.
21/04/2021 - 13:04
captaincabinets commented on Cannon DSLR Servicing centre - Brisbane
Not familiar with the DSLR model but I take all my cannons here https://www.facebook.com/The-Military-Workshop-259880392536/
21/04/2021 - 07:07
captaincabinets commented on Thermos 1.2L Flask Midnight Blue $28.30 + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $39 Spend) @ Amazon AU
Love mine. Has been going strong for a good few years now. Paint chipping a little on the base but mostly due to normal wear and tear /...
04/04/2021 - 12:49
captaincabinets replied to MS Paint on Site to Search and Compare Car Features
Agree with MS Paint. Using the 'Keywords' feature may also help for things like "Android Auto"
02/04/2021 - 13:06
captaincabinets replied to xenoic on Philips Fidelio X2HR/00 Headphone - $191.14 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon UK via AU
Can't speak to those two but I much prefer these to my previous cans, Beyerdynamic DT990 PRO / ATH-M50x.
27/03/2021 - 20:22
captaincabinets replied to Stahh on Philips Fidelio X2HR/00 Headphone - $191.14 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon UK via AU
I used to use Cloud 2. These are a significant upgrade in quality
27/03/2021 - 20:19
captaincabinets replied to CocaKoala on Sonos Arc and Sub Gen 3 Combo $1999 Delivered @ Premier Hifi
Totally agree with Koala. Pretty sure you could find active studio monitors that, together with the SVS, would crush the Sonos on...
24/03/2021 - 19:56
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07/03/2021 - 23:15
captaincabinets replied to vrsac on Google Pixel 3 XL 128GB Pink $393 Delivered @ Amazon AU
Yep that's my plan
07/03/2021 - 23:07
Google Pixel 3 XL 128GB Pink $393 Delivered @ Amazon AU
captaincabinets posted a deal Google Pixel 3 XL 128GB Pink $393 Delivered @ Amazon AU
As per title. Bought one for my partner. I paid more recently for a 64gb refurbished so I believe this is a good deal.
07/03/2021 - 16:42
captaincabinets commented on Recommendations for a Soundbar (2.1 or 3.1), to pair with a LG CX, budget ~$700
Does it have to be a soundbar? Personally I'd be going for the largest 2.1 kit with a sub I could fit if you want immersive sound in movies...
07/03/2021 - 15:19
captaincabinets replied to RenVilo on JBL Cinema SB160 Soundbar $99 (Was $399) Limited Store Clearance @ BIG W
Have had issues with my previous Hisense too. I ended up resolving it with tweaking something deep in the Yamaha amp menu. Change to...
04/03/2021 - 08:09
captaincabinets replied to hazzad on JBL Cinema SB160 Soundbar $99 (Was $399) Limited Store Clearance @ BIG W
It'd have to be a very crap 5.1 to be worse than a sound bar. If you've got a decent set of speakers and sub just get a newer amp
03/03/2021 - 19:18
captaincabinets replied to highon2str on [Unobtainable, UNiDAYS] GoPro HERO9 Black with 1-Year Subscription to GoPro + Extra Battery + 64GB SD Card $459.96 @ GoPro
If you're on the fence read my experience below and the reply. Customer service is terrrrible
16/02/2021 - 17:58
captaincabinets replied to mwalks on [Unobtainable, UNiDAYS] GoPro HERO9 Black with 1-Year Subscription to GoPro + Extra Battery + 64GB SD Card $459.96 @ GoPro
Yeah my first and last. Was pretty disappointing after how slick the cameras themselves seem to be.
16/02/2021 - 17:56
captaincabinets commented on [Unobtainable, UNiDAYS] GoPro HERO9 Black with 1-Year Subscription to GoPro + Extra Battery + 64GB SD Card $459.96 @ GoPro
Buyer beware. My 7 Black broke and the customer support was terrible, even after joining the paid subscription program in an attempt to get...
16/02/2021 - 16:06
captaincabinets replied to SDF05 on [PC] Cyberpunk 2077 $36.52 @ GOG via Play-Asia
Agree. I've finished it on PC but was really let down by the total lack of polish.
29/01/2021 - 15:54