Presuming I make it through PAX alive I'm going to dive right into this as soon as it's over. I'll just find the cheapest 5" screen I can. I've even been eyeing some mini keyboards that I could just slot right on without having to solder anything (or just solder it to the board). One open USB port for recording samples and transferring music. I'll have to get the whole thing in front of me to figure out if I want a SSD for it. I don't plan to emulate PSX (poorly), so I basically only need a D-Pad, ABXY, Start, Select, LR. Alternatively just map Start/Select/LR to the keyboard. We'll have to see what kind of controller I can destroy.
98 Apr 5, 2014 6:32 am
Re: Help Me Choose a Stereo Amp (16 replies, posted in Other Hardware)
I got impatient and pulled the trigger on the 1513. We'll see what happens. I imagine I can use my Yeti for Audyssey on Windows?
99 Apr 4, 2014 7:14 pm
Re: DOSBox Raspberry Pi (20 replies, posted in Other Hardware)
That's awesome. It will make my device longer, but a 16:9 screen makes that a nonissue.
Edit: How hard have you driven AT2? Does GoatTracker run? I'm mostly interested in its musical capabilities. Any chance you could do a recording of some easily available, complex tracks for comparison?
PS: MIDI over USB is the only way to midify it, right? Good thing I bought a USBboy.
100 Apr 4, 2014 4:01 pm
Re: DOSBox Raspberry Pi (20 replies, posted in Other Hardware)
Yeah, I've played with the PSP c64 and DOS emulators, but they're pretty useless without a proper keyboard.
I think a custom printed case could make it even more svelte. I'd be removing most of the unneeded ports anyways.
101 Apr 4, 2014 2:34 pm
Re: DOSBox Raspberry Pi (20 replies, posted in Other Hardware)
Thanks, that would be great.
In addition to my plans, there's no reason this can't be used for some retro gaming as well. Would a PSP be more efficient? Definitely.
Advantages a Pi provides: DOS and C64 emulation, more RAM, better processor, open-source community support, the joy of designing and building it myself. Wiring up this sort of thing isn't the hard part, getting a suitable enclosure for it is. I can 3D print it, so it's hardly an issue.
Again, even without AT2 I think this has potential to be a great mobile tracking device. Removing the Ethernet and replacing the USB ports can shave a lot of thickness off the board. Even without the keyboard I still have access to LGPT and a ton of emulators.
102 Apr 4, 2014 2:05 pm
Re: DOSBox Raspberry Pi (20 replies, posted in Other Hardware)
Honestly, none of these posts are helpful. The PI is no more underpowered than anything else running LGPT and, with some extra elbow grease, not much more expensive. $35 Pi, $20 screen (probably from a car backup cam), cheap Li-ion battery pack, and a hacked up controller and mini keyboard gives me all the I/O necessary for tracking with anything I can get running. With SunVox and LGPT alone it becomes something worth having. I'm aware of the Pi specs and I already have plenty of ways to salvage screens, neither of these were my questions.
People who have Pi(s), how well does DOSBox run and how well can it handle AT2? DOSBox is, supposedly, very playable in terms of games. I want to get some first hand opinions of how various OPL trackers will run and the sound quality of the available emulators.
103 Apr 4, 2014 6:08 am
Re: FS/FT/WTB: Blue DMG's w. SGB CPU, MPC, Ananolog Synth w. mods, MORE + (33 replies, posted in Trading Post)
I'd be most interested in the Clear DMG with SGB CPU. I also have a DMG-07 lying around somewhere. Are you willing to ship to US or do you have a middleman to help reduce shipping cost for something as bulky as the Electribe/Phrase Lab? Do you have the means to test the SB16? I'd like to confirm that it works and is OPL3.
104 Apr 4, 2014 5:24 am
Topic: DOSBox Raspberry Pi (20 replies, posted in Other Hardware)
How well does DOSBox run on the Raspberry Pi? Specifically, how is its AT2 performance?
I have access to a 3D printer, so I'm thinking about experimenting with some low-cost portable tracking devices. If I can find a reasonably priced screen and power source I'd love a device I can slip into my bag with LGPT, Ninjatracker, AT2, LSDJ, and maybe XPMCK on it.
Is the Raspberry Pi up to the challenge? How is the sound quality of the C64, DOS, and GB emulators?
EDIT: Oh geez, there's even a SunVox port.
105 Apr 4, 2014 5:18 am
Re: FS/FT/WTB: Blue DMG's w. SGB CPU, MPC, Ananolog Synth w. mods, MORE + (33 replies, posted in Trading Post)
I'm interested in an SGB DMG and the SB16, but without prices it's pretty difficult to make an offer.
Here's my thread if you're interested in any of it for trade, but I'd love to know some prices.
106 Apr 3, 2014 11:45 pm
Re: Help Me Choose a Stereo Amp (16 replies, posted in Other Hardware)
Accessories4Less has the 1513 refurb for $99.99 direct from Denon. I don't think there is a better deal out there, new or used. Am I wrong?
107 Apr 3, 2014 5:59 pm
Re: Help Me Choose a Stereo Amp (16 replies, posted in Other Hardware)
I'll definitely check it out. I'm also going to try to get to The Audio Lab this week. The more I think about this and the more research I do, I believe the Denon to be a great option. I don't need Audyssey since it will be plugged into my PC. Unless something sways me at Flea or The Lab, $130 for the sheer quantity of inputs and power with a 1 year warranty seems pretty spectacular. I found a Denon 1312 used for $80, but the 1513 has that warranty (I believe the only difference between them is HDMI placement). I figure if it's going to crap out it will do it relatively quickly. Seems to be the MO of Denon.
108 Apr 3, 2014 6:04 am
Re: Help Me Choose a Stereo Amp (16 replies, posted in Other Hardware)
Ah geez, I'm working that whole weekend. The flyer said the 20th was the next one. Is that just the next one you can prereg for?
109 Apr 3, 2014 12:28 am
Re: Help Me Choose a Stereo Amp (16 replies, posted in Other Hardware)
Fair. I'll see if I can find a shop where i can try a comparable model. I think there's a shop in Cambridge. I'm sure they'll have a comparable Denon. Thanks for your help!
110 Apr 2, 2014 6:10 pm
Re: Help Me Choose a Stereo Amp (16 replies, posted in Other Hardware)
I'm aware I have to be looking at the RMS, but most cheap amps don't actually have it anywhere in the specs. Reviews and testing are the only way to actually acquire those numbers, thus why I asked the question here.
111 Apr 2, 2014 4:39 pm
Re: Help Me Choose a Stereo Amp (16 replies, posted in Other Hardware)
I'm looking for 100 watts x 2 channels.
I am still a little thrown off by the jargon of the Denon though. Supposedly it will supply 5 channels with 75 watts, max 165 watts per channel. Does that mean it will pump 165 watts to only 2 channels? One of the reasons I'm so heavily considering the Denon (other than price) is it's projected power rating exceeds my needs meaning it will likely deliver just enough in real world performance.
And my point still stands that I would prefer new/refurb if I'm spending this amount of money. If I could acquire a Crown or similar quality for $50 then my mind might change, but at nearly $200 used there's no way.
112 Apr 2, 2014 4:17 pm
Re: Help Me Choose a Stereo Amp (16 replies, posted in Other Hardware)
Considering the price and power of these three receivers I have a hard time justifying going used. The Denon has modern features, expandability, and a one-year warranty. The Sherwood has a 2 year warranty and great reviews. The Yamaha is probably the weakest of the three, but has more documentation and reviews floating around. If I bought used I would only get marginally more power and no warranty. Unless I could find an affordable tube amp, but those don't come cheap any more.
The Crown seems nice, I especially like the XLR combo inputs. It doesn't quite have the power I'm looking for, though.
As far as overthinking this decision: This determines what I listen to for the next as many years as it will last. The only thing that will "distract me from the music" is a lot of noise coming from my amp. I'd rather overthink it than be buying and returning a bunch of these 20lb monstrosities.
While I may not have much money to put into this, I'm still looking for something that can last me at least a few years. This will be my main listening and composing rig, I don't want a stop-gap until I'm comfortable throwing far too much money at it (that will not happen any time in the foreseeable future).