cambionic Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 We used to be the meth capital of the US, but the past 5-10 years the city has done really well with their "meth task force" at stopping labs quick. I'm guessing you're either situated in Missouri (or somewhere along the Meth Belt) or central/southern California? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I'm guessing you're either situated in Missouri (or somewhere along the Meth Belt) or central/southern California? Nope, Ohio. I'm sorry, it was 3rd highest in the US. It was so bad it was added in the wiki. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akron,_Ohio#Methamphetamine_history Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cambionic Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 are you and I the same? wait, wait wait wait, it's too much I'm only an hour from where I grew up. It still feels entirely too close. They can still see me Sometimes an hour distance is all you need. I successfully transplanted 8 hours away and hope to go even further in the future. I've been a bit of a pied piper to my friends, beckoning them out of the hellhole of our hometown behind me. Since I moved, five have followed me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiatorhums Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I've seen Seahaven open for Touche Amore twice and they are so. Fucking. Boring. I cannot stand them. I tried to show up late to a show once so I could miss them, didn't work sadly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiatorhums Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I've honesty been contemplating moving there or Seattle once I graduate. But my biggest fear is not finding employment and having to move back to my hometown. I'd say visit both. You'll get the PNW feel in either city, but they're fairly different. For me, Seattle has more of a big city feel to it. That keeps becoming stronger too. I don't know what cost of living is in Portland, but I'm guessing it's less expensive there. Rent is going up like crazy here (thanks Amazon!). I guess it also depends on what you're going to school for. If it's an IT related thing, you might have a lot more job opportunities here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Moving to the PNW is my ultimate goal in life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cambionic Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I'd say visit both. You'll get the PNW feel in either city, but they're fairly different. For me, Seattle has more of a big city feel to it. That keeps becoming stronger too. I don't know what cost of living is in Portland, but I'm guessing it's less expensive there. Rent is going up like crazy here (thanks Amazon!). I guess it also depends on what you're going to school for. If it's an IT related thing, you might have a lot more job opportunities here. I've visited Portland plenty of times since I know a few people up there, but I've only been to Seattle once. Usually the tourist thing is seen through rose-colored glasses since you don't get a full taste of the reality of the city. It takes a while to set in that no city is what it seems at first glance. That's how it was with San Francisco with me. Every time I visited, I fell in love all over again, but once the novelty wore off I saw it more realistically and realized that it's crowded, expensive, and tough to find adequate employment. Then again, I still love the place in spite of those flaws. What really draws me to PDX is the culture there. Every time I visit, there's something new going on. Plus, the women are beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
llamaface Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Srunk at the Brand New show. Manchester Orchestra is so fucking good. Fuck. I was just thinking that when we're older we'll listen to Bran New. Goodnight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mappingtheyears Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I've seen Seahaven open for Touche Amore twice and they are so. Fucking. Boring. To each his own. I wasn't a fan of them at all when I first listened to them, but that last record grew on me after a while. Compared to Touché live, yeah, Seahaven is kinda boring, but they've sounded on point every time I've seen them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parkinglot Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Hey guys! So this turntable just popped up for sale locally, and for $400 CAD, it looks like a killer deal. I'm just wondering, for those of you more knowledgable, what are the specific things I should be asking about it, to ensure it's in really good condition. If I go to take a look at it, what are the types if things I should be looking for/at? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bladewillisisdead Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 To each his own. I wasn't a fan of them at all when I first listened to them, but that last record grew on me after a while. Compared to Touché live, yeah, Seahaven is kinda boring, but they've sounded on point every time I've seen them. I think it's because my first thought was "this sounds like Alkaline Trio" and I don't like Alkaline Trio. I'm not sure how accurate that is, it was just my first thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sad Heart Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Matt appears to be the bigger dick. jk I mean....................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sad Heart Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Hey guys! So this turntable just popped up for sale locally, and for $400 CAD, it looks like a killer deal. I'm just wondering, for those of you more knowledgable, what are the specific things I should be asking about it, to ensure it's in really good condition. If I go to take a look at it, what are the types if things I should be looking for/at? Thanks. Really, the only thing you need to be concerned about is how you go about getting it. I would only just on that if you could do local pick up. Shipping tables is scary. It looks like that is an option, so if you're able to do that, I would jump on it. That table is wroth $400+ CAD on it's own. That platter is $100 by itself. I would jump on that in a heartbeat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dominic_ Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I have that turntable (minus that platter) and love it. Pretty fair price all things considered, but since it's an online add you are almost required to make a lower offer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cambionic Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I have that turntable (minus that platter) and love it. Pretty fair price all things considered, but since it's an online add you are almost required to make a lower offer Your username... it's a LIE! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parkinglot Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Really, the only thing you need to be concerned about is how you go about getting it. I would only just on that if you could do local pick up. Shipping tables is scary. It looks like that is an option, so if you're able to do that, I would jump on it. That table is wroth $400+ CAD on it's own. That platter is $100 by itself. I would jump on that in a heartbeat. Yeah, I was planning on picking it up from him. I just realized the red carbon is only $350 on amazon right now though. The platter is $130 though. I'd be looking at $480 shipped from Amazon with Prime. $400 sounds a lot better than $480, but I'm wondering if it is worth it to save $80 for a used one. EDIT: That was USD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bladew1ll1s1sdead Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I've seen Seahaven open for Touche Amore twice and they are so. Fucking. Boring.I too have seen them twice open for Touche and can confirm they are boring as fuck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingTacoMunster Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Yeah, I was planning on picking it up from him. I just realized the red carbon is only $350 on amazon right now though. The platter is $130 though. I'd be looking at $480 shipped from Amazon with Prime. $400 sounds a lot better than $480, but I'm wondering if it is worth it to save $80 for a used one. EDIT: That was USD. Offer $375 cash money and you pick it up. At a savings over $100, solid deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sad Heart Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Yeah, I was planning on picking it up from him. I just realized the red carbon is only $350 on amazon right now though. The platter is $130 though. I'd be looking at $480 shipped from Amazon with Prime. $400 sounds a lot better than $480, but I'm wondering if it is worth it to save $80 for a used one. EDIT: That was USD. I mean the carbon tonearm is definitely a nice upgrade. It's super light and would do your records a whole lot of good... Honestly the tonearm is a better investment than the platter. The platter helps a little, but the tone arm would benefit you more. The platter just looks badass as hell and helps soak up some vibration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parkinglot Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Offer $375 cash money and you pick it up. At a savings over $100, solid deal. I mean the carbon tonearm is definitely a nice upgrade. It's super light and would do your records a whole lot of good... Honestly the tonearm is a better investment than the platter. The platter helps a little, but the tone arm would benefit you more. The platter just looks badass as hell and helps soak up some vibration. Yeah. I realized I was accidentally looking at prices from Amazon.com, not .ca. That setup would cost around $700+ CAD new. Definitely a good deal. My buddy actually messaged him immediately, and got dibs on it. Then my friend messaged me, and said I could have it instead if I wanted, because he shouldn't be spending the money. I think I'll go for it. I just wish it wasn't red. The white and black ones look so good with that acrylic platter. And would match my room. But color isn't the end of the world when it comes to a turntable, obviously. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingTacoMunster Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I dig the red. But I do love my white. Need an update if you get it. And how freaking awesome it feels to play a record on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGhostOfRandySavage Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 There are few things in this world that I love more than a peanut butter milkshake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiatorhums Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 There are few things in this world that I love more than a peanut butter milkshake. Throw some Oreos in there and then we can talk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGhostOfRandySavage Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Throw some Oreos in there and then we can talk. No wayyyyyy! Cookies and Cream milkshakes are the shit too, but I can't mix the two! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sad Heart Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 There are few things in this world that I love more than a peanut butter milkshake. There are few things in this world that I love more than a peanut butter milkshake. SO MUCH NOMS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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