u/Riley_Bolide

Sorry if this is a topic that has been covered in depth, but…. I am trying to understand what I need to use my turntable with my stack. I currently have the Vali 3, a Modi Plus, and Loki. My Fluance turntable does have an internal preamp. Am I correct that all I need is to get the Sys to connect the turntable and the Modi, then run the output to the Vali? Or is there a better option I’m missing here. I also considered using a totally separate Fozi Audio headphone amp I already have to simply things. Thanks!

Quick question. I have the Vali 2 ++ and I’ve been running a Russian 6H3N tube. Decided to try a JAN 5670W GE tube, but it has a terrible crackle. I was under the impression the 5670 is compatible, so is this a bad tube or am I mistaken? Any helpful info from someone more knowledgeable on this than I am?

I’m a non-passing mtf trans person who lives in the States. As you probably know there has been an ongoing effort by conservative politicians to pass legislation forcing trans people to use restroom and changing facilities that match sex assigned at birth. Beyond the obvious fury about the harm these laws cause for trans people, I am frustrated by the stance far too many people bring to the table: It’s the “these laws hurt all women” argument. I totally understand and agree that these laws can hurt women who don’t fit preferred standards of femininity, but can we please keep the focus on the marginalized group that these laws are targeting? Trans people are the ones who are being discriminated against, face the criminal charges, and risk violence. The “it hurts all women” argument smacks of the “all lives matter” rhetoric.

These laws target trans people. Trans people face the legal consequences. Trans people don’t have cis privilege to fall back on. Can we please center the discussion on trans people and stop shifting it to ciswomen?

Am I wrong here?

I am a trans person who didn’t come out until later in life. I have already been told many times - including by other trans people - that I’m not really seen as valid since I can’t pass, and that I make real trans women look bad by trying to present femme. Now I learned from a trans person that I’m not valid because I’ve considered detransitioning because of all of the hate I get from all sides. A real trans person would never consider detransitioning. I guess I’m never going to be seen as valid from any group.

Hi folks. Question for the amp experts here. I just received the Monoprice Stage Right 15w Combo tube amp. I took it out of the box, plugged it in, and within 5 minutes it shut off and won't power back on. AC outlet is still working, tubes don't look damaged or white, and nothing else looks unusual on visual inspection. I contacted Monoprice about a return, but it looks like the process is time consuming. I am curious if there is some basic troubleshooting I can do? I suspect the internal fuse may have blown, but I am unsure about pulling the chassis on a brand new defective item. I am reasonably handy with electronics, but don't have specific experience with tube amps. Any thoughts?

I’ve came out about a decade ago, in my late 30s. Since that time I’ve been on HRT and in therapy trying to navigate transitioning in a world where transphobia and passing privilege are widespread. I don’t pass and will never be able to pass, so I am constantly subjected to misgendering and criticism, including from other trans people who say I make “real trans women look bad.” Today I was treated like shit by yet another healthcare provider - a dermatologist of all things. I just can’t stay on this emotional rollercoaster. It’s not worth it and I can’t see any positive benefits from continuing to push back against the hate. I’m detransitioning and going to try to go back to living a life under the radar. Best of luck to everyone.