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Offline Waves77

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« on: Thu, 12 June 2008, 23:06:27 »
I got my Scorpious M10 in the mail today. VERY light action compared to my other boards. Liking it so far: simple form, heavier than I thought it would be for this price range. Got it from ergogeek through their ebay page (little under $60 including 3 day UPS).

I'll post a review after I've had it for a few days (still making a lot of typos right now :rolleyes:).

iMav - any way of posting a sound clip?
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« Reply #1 on: Thu, 12 June 2008, 23:20:22 »
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iMav - any way of posting a sound clip?
What format do we want to standardize on...wav? I'll add it as an allowed file extention for post attachments.  

Probably create a separate, sticky thread for sound clips (although you'd be free to include them in your reviews as well).
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« Reply #2 on: Thu, 12 June 2008, 23:29:20 »
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What format do we want to standardize on...wav? I'll add it as an allowed file extention for post attachments.


Or something compressed like ogg or mp3 - I don't think we need uncompressed for this type of recording.

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Probably create a separate, sticky thread for sound clips (although you'd be free to include them in your reviews as well).


Yeah, I agree that both (in a review and in a sticky thread) would probably be the most useful.
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« Reply #3 on: Thu, 12 June 2008, 23:30:28 »
I've included sound clips in some of my reviews like the SMK85.
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Offline Waves77

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« Reply #4 on: Thu, 12 June 2008, 23:38:26 »
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I've included sound clips in some of my reviews like the SMK85.


I imagine iMav uploaded that for you? There's no way to upload sound files through the forum (see list of allowed extensions for attachments in "Manage attachments" link).
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« Reply #5 on: Fri, 13 June 2008, 13:46:19 »
I'd go for a lossless codec, but wave (or anything else uncompressed) is a horrible choice.

FLAC, maybe? Although support for that is weak...
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« Reply #6 on: Fri, 13 June 2008, 13:54:59 »
get foobar2000 and you'll never look back :D
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Offline iMav

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« Reply #7 on: Fri, 13 June 2008, 13:56:17 »
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I'd go for a lossless codec, but wave (or anything else uncompressed) is a horrible choice.

FLAC, maybe? Although support for that is weak...
You guys work it out and let me know.

I'm fine with whatever.
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« Reply #8 on: Fri, 13 June 2008, 14:04:21 »
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You guys work it out and let me know.

I'm fine with whatever.


And please say it in a way I can understand ...
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Offline Waves77

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« Reply #9 on: Fri, 13 June 2008, 14:31:38 »
Flac is just overkill for something like this.

Mind you that I (and I assume most people) won't have recording equipment good enough for that type of stuff anyways - mp3/ogg at a higher bitrate should be more than fine. This is coming from someone that plays everything in 320kbps/flac through an amp into Grados & Sennheisers - but let's keep things in perspective (IMHO).
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« Reply #10 on: Fri, 13 June 2008, 22:15:12 »
What Grados do you have?  :)
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Offline Waves77

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« Reply #11 on: Fri, 13 June 2008, 23:05:31 »
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What Grados do you have?  :)


My sources are a M-Audio 5.1 Revolution for my desktop, and a Cowon U3 portable that plugs into a PA2V2 amp. The Grados are a pair of SR80's (mainly for the portable) - my other pair are Sennheiser 555's (desktop only).

A humble setup, but makes me quite happy for what I'm willing to spend on that kind of thing for the time being :)

Are you into headphones?
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« Reply #12 on: Sat, 14 June 2008, 13:17:24 »
I guess ogg is less practical for non-linux users. I would prefer to upload soundbits in mp3 format unless someone else has a better idea...
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« Reply #13 on: Sat, 14 June 2008, 15:47:45 »
mp3 it is.  I'll start the thread shortly.
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« Reply #14 on: Sun, 15 June 2008, 02:44:55 »
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My sources are a M-Audio 5.1 Revolution for my desktop, and a Cowon U3 portable that plugs into a PA2V2 amp. The Grados are a pair of SR80's (mainly for the portable) - my other pair are Sennheiser 555's (desktop only).

A humble setup, but makes me quite happy for what I'm willing to spend on that kind of thing for the time being :)

Are you into headphones?

That's cool!  I used to browse head-fi for awhile.  I was really hoping to get some Grados, but didn't have the cash at the time.  All I have is a pair of Sony MDR-v6.  They got a great range, which is cool for listening to music with alot of layers (i.e.: my fav, Devin Townsend ;)).  I figure if I ever strike gold, I'll spring for the Grado RS-1's... but that might be years from now, lol.

Oh, and I also have some Westone UM1s for the portable setup:  (Sony NW-HD1).
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« Reply #15 on: Sun, 15 June 2008, 12:27:30 »
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That's cool!  I used to browse head-fi for awhile.  I was really hoping to get some Grados, but didn't have the cash at the time.  All I have is a pair of Sony MDR-v6.  They got a great range, which is cool for listening to music with alot of layers (i.e.: my fav, Devin Townsend ;)).  I figure if I ever strike gold, I'll spring for the Grado RS-1's... but that might be years from now, lol.

Oh, and I also have some Westone UM1s for the portable setup:  (Sony NW-HD1).


Not bad either... the problem with getting better headphones is that you also need a better source... and a better amp... and better cables... ;)

It ends up being quite a bit of money :cry: Yeah, I like to browse head-fi as well from time to time - very informative.

I remember Townsend from when he did that album with Vai!
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« Reply #16 on: Sun, 15 June 2008, 12:35:10 »
That's what got me into Townsend.  Trust me, his solo stuff is amazing.  If you ever get a chance, listen to "Terria".

I just ordered an Onkyo SE-90PCI soundcard.  I hope it sounds good!  :)
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« Reply #17 on: Mon, 16 June 2008, 08:41:13 »
Here's a video I've found of someone typing on an M10...

http://www.barrys-rigs-n-reviews.com/reviews/2007/hardware/m10key/images/photos/scorpius-m10.wmv

I'd certainly like to give one a shot, but I can't keep blowing money on keyboards. :p
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Offline Waves77

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« Reply #18 on: Mon, 16 June 2008, 23:40:52 »
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I'd certainly like to give one a shot, but I can't keep blowing money on keyboards. :p


Of course you can ;)

No need to rush though. As for getting this one, I'd recommend getting something else for blue cherries.
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« Reply #19 on: Tue, 17 June 2008, 22:50:02 »
Just an update. Despite only mentioning exchanges on their ebay page for defective items, I explained that I wasn't really confident in anything made by iOne and that I'd prefer a refund.

They were pretty easy going about it, and agreed to refund me once they had received and inspected the board - I shipped it UPS ground today, so should take 3-5 business days tops. Customer service from ergogeek has been very good at all stages so far :)

In other unrelated news, my brown cherry Filco left Japan today :D
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« Reply #20 on: Wed, 18 June 2008, 00:23:41 »
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In other unrelated news, my brown cherry Filco left Japan today :D


Excellent purchase. benippon and geekstuff4u has to have made a lot of money just off the people on this message board alone. :P
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« Reply #21 on: Wed, 18 June 2008, 01:34:30 »
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Excellent purchase. benippon and geekstuff4u has to have made a lot of money just off the people on this message board alone. :P


I'm sure they'll will make quite a bit more - I for one would love the try the topre's and the HHKB Pro 2 (not anytime soon I think though).
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« Reply #22 on: Wed, 18 June 2008, 02:27:29 »
That Topre 86 has a home waiting for it if it really does release in Japan.
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