Basement Remodel in north burbs?

I live in Glenview and my basement is roughly half-finished, but with veeery dated flooring/walls/drop ceiling. We’re looking to have the above ripped out, put in some luxury vinyl flooring, drywall, and a newer drop ceiling. Roughly 30x20 space.

Can anyone recommend any reputable companies for this, and/or what you paid for it? I’ve heard that the big names in the basement biz are overpriced…

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u/CyberMoose24 — 1 day ago

Ascend Sierra 2EX V2 for medium home theater?

I’m renovating my basement which is roughly 12x22 with 7 foot ceilings, and am wondering if a set of three of these Sierras for LCR along with a sub and HTM-200SEs for rear surrounds (potentially adding some in-ceiling height surrounds as well) would be sufficient for a room this size. I’d be using something like an Onkyo TX-RZ30 to power them.

This will be a mixed use home theater/gaming/music room. I’m leaning towards bookshelves on wall-mounted stands as I have a couple of dogs and a 5 year old and the thought of floor standers or regular stand-mounted speakers makes me nervous with them…

Thanks for any input!

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u/CyberMoose24 — 5 days ago

Bluetooth adapter for low-latency w/Collexion?

I’m hoping there’s an easy solution for connecting my Collexion to my PC (and hopefully PS5) with low-latency for gaming. All of the different Bluetooth codecs confuse the heck out of me, so if anyone has personal experience and success with this and can share, I’d greatly appreciate it!

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u/CyberMoose24 — 13 days ago

Utility Seat Compatibility with Monster Lite?

I have a Monster Lite rack with safety spotter arms, and want to get a utility seat that mounts to it. Rogue only makes a Monster version.

Anyone know if any of the Rep or other brands’ seat is compatible with a monster lite?

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u/CyberMoose24 — 17 days ago

[WTS] [USA-IL] [H] Modhouse Argon Mk3s, Fostex TRX-00 Mahogany, Hifiman HE-560 v4, Sony WH1000XM4 [W] PayPal

All prices are shipped PayPal F&F

Argon’s - bought used, catch and release. The Modhouse vinyl skin on either cup is fraying, and there are scratches on the Fostex headband (pictured). I’ve installed ZMF lambskin oval pads that have <1 hour on them and smell new, and also includes what I believe are ZMF suede ovals, ZMF protein Eikons (?), and the stock T50 pads. $225

Fostex - excellent condition, includes ZMF crescent snap that fits but a couple buttons are ripped away from the fabric, aftermarket braided cable, and Accessory House Global sheepskin pads with Dekoni attenuator rings (along with stock pads). $300

HE-560 - bought open box from Hifiman, in excellent condition (<25 hours), includes Tripowin braided cable, stock cable, stock pads, and unused Hifiman velour pads. $125

Sony XM4 - brand new and sealed, I just ended up not using them and am outside the return window. $175

u/CyberMoose24 — 1 month ago

[WTS] [USA-IL] [H] Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 (headphones), Sony WH-1000XM4, Hifiman Edition XS, JDS Labs Atom Amp 2 [W] PayPal

All prices are shipped PayPal G&S

Bose QC Ultra 2 - purchased new, used for about an hour and decided on keeping my AirPods Max instead. $275

Sony WH-1000XM4 - Brand new and sealed, outside of return window. $200

Edition XS - Bought used, in excellent condition. No odors/blemishes/etc. Comes with a Capra strap. $160

JDS Labs Atom Amp 2 - bought new from JDS earlier this year, mint condition. Only reason I’m selling is because I upgraded to an Element IV. $90

u/CyberMoose24 — 2 months ago

[WTB] [US-IL] [W] JDS LABS ELEMENT IV [H] PayPal

Like title says. Interested in unit with 6.35 output, plain or clear resin knob, not in any engraved knobs.

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u/CyberMoose24 — 2 months ago
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Effect of short drives in winter?

I’m potentially buying a B9.5 in the near future, and am wondering if short drives would have an adverse effect on anything besides the battery. I love about 2.5 miles from the train station I’ll be taking to work 4 days a week, and I’m in the Chicago area so I’m assuming the engine won’t be warming up all the way each time I’m the winter.

I know idling isn’t good for most engines, but would it be better in this scenario than just getting in right away and driving in the winter? I won’t be driving hard at all on these short trips.

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u/CyberMoose24 — 2 months ago

[WTS] [USA-IL] [H] ZMF Bokeh Open Canary [W] PayPal

Unfortunately parting with some headphones I love due to surprise expenses. All prices are PayPal G&S and include shipping

Bokeh Open Canary - B stock but in typical ZMF fashion I can’t see any flaws on these. Used maybe 50 hours total. Includes stock 3.5mm cable, solid tuning mesh kit, case, and purchase card. Asking $800

u/CyberMoose24 — 2 months ago

[WTB] [US-IL] [W] ZMF Sheepskin or Suede Ori Pads [H] PayPal

Looking to purchase in great condition. Please PM if you’re looking to sell your pair!

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u/CyberMoose24 — 3 months ago

[WTB] [US-IL] [W] Drop/Sennheiser HD 8XX [H] PayPal

Looking to purchase in great condition, preferably sticker modded. Please PM if you’re looking to sell your pair!

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u/CyberMoose24 — 3 months ago

Return Debacle Frustration

A couple months ago I ordered a PS5 Pro and mistakenly had it shipped to my old address after moving across the country. Fortunately, my old neighbor talked to the new owner of my old house, and they sent it back to the local Best Buy store (it was originally dropped off via Roadie).

I have the tracking number showing it was delivered back to my local Best Buy at the dock. I’ve called the store twice to confirm that they’ve received it and they told me I should receive a credit by the end of the billing cycle. Two months later, no credit.

I’ve called the store again, talked to chat online, and even been transferred to “primary care” who are unable to assist, saying the store hasn’t confirmed the return. They recommended I go to the store that it was sent from/returned to, but it’s not an option since I’m across the country. I’m currently waiting on a call back from the store manager, which I hope actually happens.

Can anyone give me any advice on how to get this rectified?

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u/CyberMoose24 — 3 months ago

[US-IL] [H] 2x 12 month EA Play/Access digital codes [W] PayPal $20/ea

2 codes available, each one is convertible to XBox Gamepass Ultimate at a 5:1 ratio. I bought these before deciding not to get an XBox.

Asking $20 each or $35 for both.

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u/CyberMoose24 — 3 months ago