(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best portable audio & video products

We found 8,591 Reddit comments discussing the best portable audio & video products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 2,862 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.

23. VIZIO S4251W-B4B 5.1-Inch Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer and Satellite Speakers

    Features:
  • SLEEK ELEGANT & FUNCTIONAL - Alphasonik Introduces the modern accent table. Standing 25 inches tall, this contemporary accent piece compliments any modern setting perfectly. Featuring sleek piano black finish wrapped in black fabric. This table features a powerful built-in Bluetooth speaker and wireless Qi charging for enabled smart devices. The table itself has a large rechargeable battery so you can move it around for wireless use
  • 360° BLUETOOTH SPEAKER - 10 state of the art drivers! 4 speakers, 2 tweeters and 4 passive radiators (bass) are wrapped behind the fabric producing crystal clear audio. This table produces a 360° full stereo effect producing massive audio to fill any sized room
  • Qi WIRELESS CHARGING - The future is wireless. A built in wireless charger allows you to simply set your smart device on top of the Qi symbol on the center of the tabletop and it will begin charging your smart device. Compatible with all wirelessly enabled devices like iPhone, Samsung and more. Please note that Wireless charging only works when your phone is not covered with a protective case
  • ALL THE PORTS - Two USB ports and AUX port are conveniently placed on the back side without sacrificing design. You can use the ports to power devices that require a cable or play music from any device using the included AUX cable
  • QUICK & EASY INSTALLATION - Only 3 piece set up required and you're ready to enjoy within minutes
VIZIO S4251W-B4B 5.1-Inch Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer and Satellite Speakers
Specs:
ColorMaple
Height3.8 Inches
Length3.2 Inches
Number of items4
Release dateDecember 2018
Size5.1 Sound Bar, 42"
Weight8.9 Pounds
Width42.4 Inches
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27. TROND Bluetooth V5.0 Transmitter Receiver for TV PC iPod, 2-in-1 Wireless 3.5mm Adapter (AptX Low Latency, Pair with 2 Bluetooth Headphones Simultaneously)

    Features:
  • AptX & AptX Low Latency - Powered by premium CSR8670 chipset, TROND 2-in-1 Wireless Audio Transmitter & Receiver supports aptX & aptX Low Latency in both TX and RX mode. You can watch movies while listening to wireless audio in a synchronized fashion and without any noticeable audio delay
  • TX Transmitter Mode - TROND BT-DUO transmit stereo audio wirelessly from your non-Bluetooth audio sources such as TV, MP3, CD player, PC or eBook reader to your Bluetooth-enabled headphones, speaker or receiver. Enable you enjoy high quality music wirelessly without disturbing others. Note: Bluetooth adapter without volume control button
  • RX Receiver Mode - The Bluetooth adapter offers an economical solution by turning your old wired headphones or speakers into Bluetooth headphones or speakers. Now, you can enjoy CD-like audio quality wirelessly on your home stereo or wired speaker. Charging while working, the built-in battery could support the Bluetooth adapter to work for 8-10 hours per full charge
  • Dual Stream & Multipoint - In the TX mode, TROND Bluetooth transmitter can be paired to two BT Headphones or speakers, and streams audio to both of them simultaneously. In the RX mode, it can be paired to two phones or tablets, but it can only receive the audio from one of the two paired devices. Please note that the codec would be downgraded to SBC when pairing to two BT devices simultaneously
  • Compact Design & Carry Anywhere - Bluetooth transmitter for tv, weights only 0.5oz, some round shape body, has good compatibility with most Bluetooth headphones. Easy to be store at home home and carry in road trip or flight to enjoy music. Note: The bluetooth adapter actually only RX-mode can be used in the car
  • Compatibility Note - Check if there is any AUDIO OUT socket in your TV's back panel. The BT-DUO will not work when it is inserted into any AUDIO IN/COMPONENT IN sockets. If your TV only has a digital optical port for audio out, please order another model: TROND BT-DUO X.
  • What You Get - TROND BT-DUO 3.5mm Bluetooth V5.0 Transmitter/Receiver, USB to micro USB charging cable, 3.5mm male to 3.5mm male audio cable (50cm long), 3.5mm female to RCA male audio cable, Welcome Guide, 18-MONTH TROND warranty & 30-DAY money back guarantee
TROND Bluetooth V5.0 Transmitter Receiver for TV PC iPod, 2-in-1 Wireless 3.5mm Adapter (AptX Low Latency, Pair with 2 Bluetooth Headphones Simultaneously)
Specs:
ColorBlack
Height0.38 Inches
Length1.8 Inches
Release dateAugust 2018
Weight0.03125 Pounds
Width1.3 Inches
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28. Ringworld: A Novel

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Ringworld: A Novel
Specs:
ColorMulticolor
Height6.86 Inches
Length4.13 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateSeptember 1985
Weight0.38801358112 Pounds
Width0.92 Inches
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39. Anker 20W Premium Stereo Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Dual 10W Drivers, Two Passive Subwoofers, Wireless Speaker for iPhone, Samsung, Nexus, and More - Black

    Features:
  • 【Built-in charging case】: Headphones up to 4 hours of continuous music playback and 16 hours of maximum playback using a small charging case. Playback time varies with connection conditions and conditions of use.
  • 【Industry-leading Noise Reduction for Phone Call】Created by tech giant Qualcomm, latest cVc 8.0 Noise Cancellation technology can filter the surrounding noise and precisely pick up your voice during phone call even in places like street, office and traffic. Mics are installed in the tails of each earbud also ensure the best possible call quality.
  • 【Smart button Control】 With ergonomic and sport redesign, earbuds can fit and stay secured in ear canal even with intense movement. Together with smart button sensors, you can conveniently answer calls, skip through music and access other functions at the touch of a button.
  • 【Easy to use】: The twin mode/single mode make you can use either of them as you like. You don’t need any skill to use the headphones. Once open the charging case, the earbuds will pair with your device instantly. Experience crisp, high-fidelity sound provides faster pairing and a stable, efficient connection.
  • 【IPX5 Waterproof】 Certificated with IPX5 waterproof,headphones are strong enough to resist all the penetration from splash and water. Zero worry for all-kinds of outdoor activity.
Anker 20W Premium Stereo Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Dual 10W Drivers, Two Passive Subwoofers, Wireless Speaker for iPhone, Samsung, Nexus, and More - Black
Specs:
Colorsky-blue
Height2.3622 Inches
Length8.2677 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateAugust 2021
Size210 x 60 x 60 mm / 8.3 x 2.4 x 2.4 inches
Weight1.4 Pounds
Width2.3622 Inches
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🎓 Reddit experts on portable audio & video products

The comments and opinions expressed on this page are written exclusively by redditors. To provide you with the most relevant data, we sourced opinions from the most knowledgeable Reddit users based the total number of upvotes and downvotes received across comments on subreddits where portable audio & video products are discussed. For your reference and for the sake of transparency, here are the specialists whose opinions mattered the most in our ranking.
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u/exfalsoquodlibet · 4 pointsr/preppers

Comms gear prep needs to start, not with radios, power levels or ranges, but with where who you want to talk to is. Where you want to send a signal to is what is going to determine antenna shape and size and frequency and, therefore, which radio - or radios - you might need. I'd suggest making a chart with such information then working from this to the radio you will want, rather than just asking about a radio and a 'decent range'. This is, I think, the best way to be sure that you get gear that will meet your needs and avoid wasting money on gear that won't meet your needs or leave you underprepared.

If, say, you want to talk to your uncle in the next town, 25 miles away, on the other side of the mountain, that's a very different beast than wanting to talk to your wife at home when you are at work across town. Plus, your budget needs to be incorporated into this decision too. I think, in order to help, we'd need more specific information about who you want to talk to and their relative location. Range is important yes; but, so is topology (and this latter is massively important if you want to only use the cheap, popular FM radios for GMRS/FRS; such might work for talking to your wife across town, but most certainly will not go to your uncle).

My preps are based around being out in the deep woods, alone, out of cell phone range, off grid, and wanting to send signals back out to civilization, especially to people I know back in my home town.

I have ham radios: 2m/70cm for short range and an HF for all ranges. Why did I go ham?

Because all the other options - cb, gmrs, etc., we're not good for any practical range; I wanted to send signals from my camp in the woods to people back home.

Indeed, once I got into ham, I got a 2m radio - and even this was out of range more often than not, even to the local repeaters that are often in very high places. Once I'd be 30 or 40km back in the bush, I could talk to no one save for those in my own party, and, given the terrain, even local comms via handheld radios was quite limited - a few km - using handhelds in the bush. Such radios could never send a signal back home.

It is a good idea to have some hand held radios for talking with your immediate partners in your group who are within, at most, a few miles, depending on terrain. There are tonnes of easily found options for this. But, easily powered, portable, off the shelf radios are quite limited vis a vis their transmit power and range. The ranges you see on the packages are, to be blunt, total BS "Up to 36-Mile range communication in open areas with little or no obstruction." Notice the 'up to'. This is the sort of radio to avoid; the range claims are BS and the antenna cannot be removed. I have something similar I bought to play with my young niece - they barely go a mile in town here. Between two people in valleys with a hill between - not good for that either.

For cheap, portable, easy to use for very short ranges, a baofeng, will suffice. I have one for sharing with others; but, I myself use a VX-8. Baofeng are pretty good value for money given what they can do; but, they are not going to work miracles; but, then again, neither will an expensive and fancy handheld; nor will a CB handheld either; none of these would meet my requirements for where I wanted to send a signal.

For my preps, given where I was and where who I wanted to talk to was, I gravitated to HF ham radio, especially what is called NVIS - near vertical incident sky wave - propagation, because this will allow for distances up to 400 to 500 km. To get a 'decent range' on a CB, using the frequencies CB uses (11 metres), would require a lot of power and a high antenna. Whereas NVIS signals on 40m and 80m will bounce way further with less power using a rather low antenna. For my preps, I think 80m NVIS is probably the most important given that this will let me speak to people within my own province on very low power levels pretty much all the time, day or night, from ranges as low as 10 km and going up to 300 to 400km, but, especially within the 100 to 200km range.

I am using an ft817; this radio is easily powered, small, robust; but, not cheap. It is not the best for walking around with; but, then again, antenna's for HF frequencies are a bit too large for carrying around in the woods and talking while walking, though not impossible. I can attach an antenna to this radio and I am able to go intercontinental - more than 10000km is not uncommon.

Of course, there is a bit more of an investment for this route; but, at least you won't be wasting money on gear that will not do what you want it to do. I think it is worth the time to at least get your ham ticket; then using 2 metres and external antennas on your radios, you could get much better range than anything CB, MURS, or gms has to offer.

Whoever you want to talk to and wherever they happen to be, if you want a decent range - don't get any radio that does not have a removable antenna. This is extremely important (and one of the advantages of using ham radio handhelds - even the cheap baofengs have removable antennas). The ability to remove the antenna and attach a cable that leads to an antenna strung up 20 or 30' in the air, is massively important! No removable antenna: don't buy. On my handheld, with the tiny antenna it came with, a few km at best; with the better and slightly longer antenna I bought afterwards, maybe 10km; with the homemade yagi antenna I made for a few dollars then strung up high in a tree, I can get more than 35. Hence here is a rule I suggest you follow in your quest to find what you need (and this is probably the most important thing I will say in my post):

No removable antenna: don't buy.

There are many camps I go to where my handheld cannot send a signal to the repeater with the antenna attached at the radio. I remove it, attach some coax; pull the antenna up the tree 20' and, voila, I can get the repeater. No matter who or where you want to talk to or send a signal, the antenna is always critical; so, never get anything that does not have a removable antenna! Antennas are critical!

Anyway, I found that handhelds, though useful, are too limited in range to be of much use (though a bit more range may be had with a second antenna strung up high); but, with an ft-817 I can talk anyway from 1-15000 km away. Perhaps the best thing I can say is that there are no magic solutions or miracle radios that are going to be cheap, long range, easily powered, usable without a license, etc..

Comms gear prep needs to start, not with radios, power levels or ranges, but with where who you want to talk to is; I think it would be best to get this clearly defined, then work out what radio (or radios) you will need to accomplish this.



u/SgtKashim · 6 pointsr/Guitar

You have a couple of options, but the webcam and mic just... aren't going to cut it. You'll never get the sound mixed right. Best bet is going to be capture the audio and video separately, then re-combine. The problem is I've never met a camera that really captures good sound. You can get decent sound by using a video-capable DSLR with external mic connections... but you'll spend $3k - $5k to get that sort of a setup working right.

I'm assuming the primary focus here is the audio, so you can probably get away with the webcam for the video, or any digital camera that's video capable. The key to making it look good will be lighting, more than the camera. If you have a couple of halogen worklights around you can use those as cheap stage lighting. Failing that, position yourself in the sunlight from a window. Make sure the background behind you is free of distracting stuff like old clothes, random papers, etc. Even a cheap, crappy camera can usually take decent images and video if you give it enough light to work with.

Software: You'll need something like Audacity - which is free and pretty easy to use. Does everything you need.

On to hardware: Two options. I'll give you the expensive one first, then the hackier way.

If you're going for absolute audio quality, you'll need a large diaphragm condenser mic. You'll want a mic for each channel you want to capture - so one for the vocal, one for the instrument. Expect to spend ~$100 per mic give or take. Monoprice has a decent one a little cheaper. Craigslist is a good source. When you get into mics, it's as fidgety a question as "which guitar is the best" - but that's your starting place. You'll need to run the mics into a mixer board (and condenser mics usually use phantom power, so your mixer needs to support that). Again, Monoprice has some decent sub-$100 options, or you can chase Craigslist. Figure this will cost you $300 to $350 after mics, cables, stands, and mixer. You can easily spend $$$$$$ as you get better stuff, but that's the basic setup.

The cheaper way - something like a Zoom H2N. Since these will do stereo recording, I tend to hang one off a mic stand horizontally halfway between my guitar and face. That lets me catch (mostly) the voice on the right channel and (mostly) the guitar on the left. After that I can do corrections and relative volume on each at least mostly separately.

The third alternative would be a USB mic like the Blue Yeti on the desk, use the computer's webcam to record video and the audio from the mic at the same time. I have a friend who's an operatic tenor, and he records his video auditions this way. I don't have the details on the software he's using, though. The H2N I linked above can be used the same way - put it in USB mic mode, record audio and video at the same time.

Given what you're trying to accomplish, I'd recommend the H2N, and depending on just how lazy you want to be either record separately and recombine, or use it as a stereo USB mic. But you really do want a way to separate the vocals and the instrument at least a little to fix specific things on each side and match the volumes a bit.

I didn't do a stunning job with it, but about 30 minutes ago I did a quick demo of a song on the H2n. I love mine, anyway...

Edit

You can also get a better USB webcam. Many Point-n-Shoot digital cameras also can be used as a USB recording device.

u/neomancr · 1 pointr/vintageaudio

>Wow that's a lot to take in. I'm happy you told me about the whole tweeter position.
> as I was about to try and turn them sideways cause I figured that my ears are up here so why put speakers below where my ears are.
>And your 100percent correct that the human mouth aims at the listeners ears.
>I haven't tried to play anything between 300 or 2000 hurts as yet. Is there a record or download I can get that will help me test that?

just anything vocal heavy. down to the river from "Oh Brother where art thou" the movie sound track is beautiful as is landslide by Fleetwood Mac the demo version or album version.

virtually all of her voice will be emanating not from the tweeter but from the woofer since the human voice tonally peaks before even 1000hz.

think about that. the human voice which is essentially the hardest thing to get right ranges from about 200hz to 1000hz and that's like Barry white and Mariah Carey minus her squeal which goes a bit higher.

and then around 1000-3000 is where lip noises breath the sound of consonants and sibilance are which is why our hearing is actually most sensitive there to allow us to be able to comprehend speech.

that range is such a hot spot that it's also the range of nails on chalk board and why the sound of people chewing with their mouths open cuts through the mix and is considered rude. it sounds louder to us than it really is...

a baby crying it's loudest, belting is what it's technically called, also falls within this range which again makes sense from an evolutionary standpoint.

so the role of the tweeter is really only reserved for the percussive sounds in vocals while tone is all handled by the woofer and tone is richness which is what you want the most of, while clarity on the other hand adds air and dimension / sound staging but is also fatiguing to our ears just like nails on chalk board.

in all music the entire spectrum is basically covered so at any given point you are actually hearing nails on chalkboard but along with other stuff so it doesn't sound as bad but regardless having that range a bit off axis is just more comfortable.


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>Other wise they r great speakers and once I figure out how to get them hooked up to my Bluetooth I should be happy as a clam.

you can find pretty decent Bluetooth adapters with line out for around 20 bucks. just make sure it has good reviews and supports apt x.

>Thanks for your help, I feel good knowing that these are better than 5 pairs of ls50s! (And that must be a lot of speakers)

I like this one especially since it allows you to stream to two devices at once:

Check this out at Amazon.com - TaoTronics Bluetooth 5.0 Transmitter/Receiver, Wireless 3.5mm Audio Adapter (aptX Low Latency, Pair 2 at Once, for TV/Car Sound System, Volume Control) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IV1H1ME/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_ZLAQDb9X2X27K

the advantage is also that it's super compact so I can carry it with me on a plane or something BUT it's range is limited. if you plan on expecting it to work across the house rather than just when you're in the room I'd grab something with actual antennas like this.

Check this out at Amazon.com - 1Mii B06Pro Long Range Bluetooth Receiver, HiFi Wireless Audio Adapter, Bluetooth 4.2 Receiver with 3D Surround aptX Low Latency Optical RCA AUX 3.5mm for Home Stereo System

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KTK8YP3/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_9IAQDb1SV9BFACheck this out at Amazon.com - 1Mii B06Pro Long Range Bluetooth Receiver, HiFi Wireless Audio Adapter, Bluetooth 4.2 Receiver with 3D Surround aptX Low Latency Optical RCA AUX 3.5mm for Home Stereo System

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KTK8YP3/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_vIAQDb26B5EHG

I think they're the same, one I thought was cheaper so I copied tbsh link too so I could check.

added: okay just reviewed my copied and pasted links, yea the last two are the same.

u/kaidomac · 4 pointsr/IWantToLearn

So there's a million ways to do this. First, I'll start by saying that the two hallmarks of amateur video are:

  1. Zero stabilization
  2. Crap audio

    So to remedy that, you want:

  3. Great stabilization
  4. Excellent audio

    The first thing I'd recommend is to get a solid camera system setup. If you just want to make some fun short films without spending thousands of dollars, I'd suggest one of two kits:

  5. A DJI Osmo Pocket camera system
  6. A smartphone camera system

    The Osmo system ($400) is a tiny camera mounted to an electronic handheld stabilizer; it lets you get nice, smooth motion shots & can also be mounted to a tripod (various aftermarket systems are available for it).

    https://www.dji.com/osmo-pocket

    This setup runs about $400, plus the cost of a tripod. Here's a nice starter video tripod for $140 with a fluid head, which allows the camera to be panned & tilted smoothly:

    https://www.amazon.com/Cayer-BV30L-Professional-Mid-Level-Camcorder/dp/B0784CWMP4/

    Alternatively, most smartphones shoot 1080p video these days. In addition, you can tweak them out with additional software & hardware for enhanced functionality. I highly recommend the Filmic Pro software, which is available for both iOS & Android: ($15 or $20)

    https://www.filmicpro.com/

    If you have an iPhone or a Google Pixel 2/2XL, you can buy an anamorphic lens ($150), which gives you that nice widescreen look. That's a nice step up over the Osmo, as using say an iPhone allows you tap the screen to lock focus & also use a neat glass lens to get a great picture effect.

    https://moondoglabs.com/collections/lenses

    As far as smartphone stabilizers go, there are a variety available. I have a Smove gimbal & really like it:

    https://smove.video/

    Zhiyun has a good one on Amazon as well:

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BHCC3BV

    So either the Osmo or smartphone approach gives you a great camera, plus an electric gimbal stabilizer, plus a tripod for fix shots & for doing pans & tilts, and some tricks for using it like a mini crane by tilting it & stuff. For editing video (on a computer), Blackmagic has a version of their pro-grade DaVinci Resolve 16 software available for free: (editing, color correction, etc.)

    https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve/

    As far as audio goes, it's pretty simple: use an external mic, and for vocals, keep it within 12" of the person's mouth. People generally either use a mic on a boom stick, or else a lav mic that you can clip to a lapel or whatever. You typically want to capture vocals & some environmental sounds, and then do foley (adding sound effects like putting a V8 engine on a Honda Civic, haha) & add some music & soundtrack stuff. There is software available for syncing up separate, standalone mics. If you have the budget available, the Zoom H2n is a great starter microphone:

    https://www.amazon.com/Zoom-H2N-H2n-Handy-Recorder/dp/B005CQ2ZY6/

    I use a Redhead windscreen on mine:

    http://www.redheadwindscreens.com/

    You can get cheap lapel mics too, for as low as $30 or so, that do a pretty decent job to capture people talking. But as far as making basic short films go, that's a pretty good ultra-budget setup...you get good video quality, good stabilization, and good audio recordings.

    The next step is adding some lighting into the mix, which really helps a ton. If you'd like to play around with things, simulation is available, from a variety of sources. One I really like is called Cine Tracer, which is a cinematography simulator for lighting etc., sold through the Steam gaming store:

    https://store.steampowered.com/app/904960/Cine_Tracer/

    Anyway, that's just a very, very basic introduction to some tools that can get you some great-looking stuff right off the bat. The minimum would just be sticking a smartphone on like a $30 tripod & shooting from there. A step up would be a gimbal system & separate audio system as discussed above, and perhaps a basic LED lighting kit. If you have a few grand to play with, they make some really stellar cameras in that pricerange now, such as this 6K camera for $2,500:

    https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/blackmagicpocketcinemacamera

    Great audio is also surprisingly inexpensive (relatively speaking, in terms of film equipment pricing). One of the first production-grade pieces of equipment I purchased was the Sanken COS-11D lav mic, which is used on a lot of movies & TV shows, and ran just shy of $500. That may sound like a lot, but an 8K RED Monstro digital cinematography camera starts at over $50k, so audio isn't that bad in comparison.

    So a big part of it begins with budget & what you plan on doing. If you're just goofing around with friends, get a decent fluid-head tripod & use your smartphone & Filmic Pro to make some cool stuff. Save up & add some lighting, and maybe a gimbal, and some audio equipment. There's so many things you can do super-cheap & still make it look cool!
u/PsychedelicVisions · 2 pointsr/ElectricForest

I have a few bluetooth speakers, by far the best one I have is the Bose Soundlink II http://www.amazon.com/Bose®-SoundLink®-Bluetooth-Mobile-Speaker/dp/B0090Z3SPU/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1394205890&sr=1-1&keywords=bose+soundlink+II

It's a bit pricey but absolutely worth it and it actually has a really full sound and good bass unlike most other bluetooth speakers.

Just steer clear from any Jawbone products whatever you do. I have had 3 a mini and big jam box and both developed problems and the customer support was terrible. Bose on the other hand has amazing customer service.

For half the price of the Bose the UE Boom is a really really good speaker and pretty much perfect for the type of use you're talking about:

http://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Ears-Wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker/dp/B00CM0XHNS/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1394206026&sr=1-1&keywords=UE+Boom

To answer your last question I think it's a great idea. Nothing like a little music while you're getting up and moving in the morning and waiting for the festival gates to open

u/stickbo · 2 pointsr/gadgets

It is pricey, but I would HIGHLY recommend the ultimate ears boom Bluetooth speaker made by Logitech. I am not a Logitech shill I swear lol. It is water resistant and sounds amazing for the size. I bring it to work and people are constantly shocked at how good it sounds for the size, I work outside so the phone speaker in pretty much useless(even my HTC one). Best gadget I've bought in a while. I use it to play from my iPads and numerous android phones, it connects seamlessly and without issue via Bluetooth and lasts me an entire work day,8-10hours, on one charge with juice to spare. At $200 it is expensive, dare I say overpriced, but worth it IMO. Bestbuy will let you listen to the different brands, at least they do locally, which helped me decide on which to buy. You can get Bluetooth speakers for very cheap or much more expensive, but as you can imagine the sound quality and features scale with price. Good luck, hope I did this right as my first post :/ .


http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00CM0XHNS?pc_redir=1404441329&robot_redir=1


u/notheanix · 2 pointsr/furry

I too like books with anthro characters, but there is a lack of quality in what is available. Here is a short list of posted in an earlier thread:

I would recommend looking at the reviews on flayrah. Personally, I have not found much in the way of quality furry literature, but I have read a few.

The Sacred Book of The Werewolf by Victor Pelevin. There are two kinds of furry books: those writen by furries and those that are writen by non-furries. This is one of the latter. I do not have the time to give a full review, but if you like werewolves, kitsune, eastern philosophies, Russian culture (or at least curious about it) eastern and russian folklore, and supernatural romances, you might just like (I did). Furriness - 6, Quality - 10 [I want to add that this book has very mature scenes]

Ringworld by Larry Niven. This usually shows up somewhere on the top 100 sci fi novels. However, this is another book not written by a furry, and it shows since only one character could be classified as "furry". Furriness - 4, Quality - 10

Rise of the Wolf by Curtis Jobling. I have not read much of this so far, but from what I have seen it is high fantasy. So far, I have not been impressed with the writing, which is why I haven't finished it. Furriness >5, Quality <6

In Wilder Lands by Jim Galford. Another high fantasy novel, but this one was much better written. I will be buying the sequel when comes out, for whatever it is worth. It does have a few problems, namely that many characters and the world need to be fleshed out more. Furriness - 9, Quality - 7.

Spice and Wolf by Isuna Hasekura. Yes, I know it is not exactly furry, but OP may still like it. One of the main character is a wolf "god" who takes the form a young woman, and the other is a traveling merchant. The setting is largely inspired by post dark ages Europe and is not overwhelmed with fantasy brickabrack. Furriness - 2, Quality - 8

I am going to pick up Red Sails in the Fallout tomorrow for my kindle, since the sample is holding my interest. I might also pick up Argo and Ten Thousand Miles Up. These last two books are short stories not novels.

Edit: misspelled book

u/the_chols · 2 pointsr/Weddingsunder10k

I have an ION Tailgater. It is a step up from smaller bluetooth speakers. It has a 1/4" TRS for your mic input and offers an adjustable gain for it.

My DJ setup is a pair of EV ZLX12 speakers. These are a fantastic entry level speaker. They have combo XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs for your mic, and an AUX port for whatever else. Bass is decent as well. Pricey, but you will literally have professional grade sound.

Check out your local Sam's Club or Best Buy and see what other speakers they have similar to the ION Tailgater if you don't want to drop $400 on a professional level speaker that weighs 40lbs.

Regarding your record player setup, you may not have a proper mic connection on there. Mic signals are weak and require boosting. Audio that comes out of your phone's headphone jack are called "line level" as they have enough signal power to play without additional amplification. You can't just plug a handheld mic into any input and expect it to work. Since phono signals are weak and require boosting as well your receiver may be able to handle it. Best to get a speaker that has a dedicated mic input with a gain boost for the best results.

u/drakfyre · 8 pointsr/unity_tutorials

Heya, I do a little tutorial series myself called Cooking With Unity. It's always good to have more tutorials out there and I like that you are focusing on scripting basics and Javascript. I'll be referring people to you for scripting basics in the future!

I want to note that you may wish to invest in another microphone; there's quite a bit of noise on your videos. I ended up picking up this one and was very happy with it. (Yeah, it's a chunk of change; I ended up splitting the cost with my business partner/sound guy; I use it for my show and he uses it for sound effects and recording) I understand that the videos are free and I can still clearly hear you on the videos so it's not a HUGE deal, but if you want to improve your audio quality it's a good place to start!

Good luck with your videos and thanks for sharing!

u/[deleted] · 1 pointr/pics

Oh man, a billion of 'em, but here's a handful:

If you like 2001 then I presume you've read Childhood's End and Rendevous with Rama (avoid the sequels), both by Clarke--if not, you're missing out on my two favorite books of his. Beyond that, I love big-concept sci-fi.

Somewhat similar in concept to Rama but more current is Greg Bear's Eon.

More rollicking and not as hardcore is anything by Larry Niven, but Ringworld is among his most famous and best-loved.

One of my very favorite hard sci-fi authors is Iain M. Banks. I randomly picked up his novel Excession and was blown away by the breadth and depth of it. It takes place in his "Culture" universe where he stages a number of other novels, almost all of them very good.

I also really, really enjoyed John C. Wright's Golden Age trilogy.

And I assume you've done your Herbert and Heinlein.

u/bblackwell · 0 pointsr/PS3

For less than $150, I'd recommend a Vizio soundbar. It's not surround, but it's pretty nice for the value (a 38 inch one runs for under $100).

If you can stretch the budget, the full set from Vizio is pretty phenomenal value, getting a soundbar, two rear speakers, and sub for under $250. Sub/rear speakers are bluetooth, too, so they don't have to connect to the soundbar. Reviews are great, and I just got a set for my mom for Christmas. Set it up in 5-10 minutes and it immediately sounded great: http://www.amazon.com/VIZIO-S4251w-B4-Soundbar-Subwoofer-Satellite/dp/B00CDIK908/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1420134829&sr=1-1&keywords=vizio+sound+bar

u/diabolicbutterfly · 1 pointr/ems

Some of the things I've gotten that have made my life a little easier.

  • 12v 2-way splitter for the truck
  • Small Moleskine notebook (I write down addresses, run numbers, pertinent info because we do not have an MDT in our trucks)
  • Slim Wallet (I don't carry a purse to work and I will transfer my debit card, ID, and keep all my licenses in the wallet I linked, great for keeping in a pocket while at work. As a bonus, the company who makes the one I linked is from the city I live in.)
  • Window Punch These are pretty nice, not many places non-fire around here provide them on the trucks and they come in very handy if you need access and have beaten fire to the scene. I prefer these over the pen style.
  • Key Holder Good if she has a lot of different keys, some places still use keys to access their narcs, different parts of the building, etc.
  • Bluetooth Transmitter/Charger I have a new iPhone that does not have an aux port, these work great on our ambulances and have two fast charge ports to charge whatever you need. I use the splitter above to plug this and my GPS/Dashcam in.
  • Snack Subscription These are pretty cool a bit pricey in the long run though. Get pretty good/healthy snacks monthly with various price plans. Cuts back on the urge to grab that candy at the gas station if you have something better in your bag already.
  • Rite in the Rain Notebook Just ordered these and they haven't come in yet, they are awesome for onscene quick notes. Since we've moved to EPCR software I find that on really sick patients that we need to move and work on I still manage to keep physical notes which get shredded after the run is finished and it's transcribed to the computer. We use a normal flip book but these help organize things a little bit more, plus they're waterproof. Supposedly works best with their pens or just a normal pencil. Was a neat product I thought I'd try out and go from there. Also don't have to get the EMS version, plenty of other versions/styles to choose from.


    I'm sure there are more and I'll come back and add them as I can think of them, these are some of the non-medical quality of life items I add to my every day to make things more bearable.
u/captaindealbreaker · 1 pointr/audio

To be honest, you're asking a lot for your budget. If you want to sit next to the speaker and be able to listen to it at a reasonable volume, something like this would probably work well enough: http://www.amazon.com/Portable-Wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-High-Def/dp/B00GZC35YK/ref=sr_1_9?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1427349938&sr=1-9&keywords=portable+speaker

But if you want to be able to actually be active and hear your music, you're going to have to get something much bigger. That said, you can do it without breaking your budget.

My advice would be to by a pair of these: http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Powered-Computer-Speakers-A100/dp/B00GHY5F3K/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1427350132&sr=8-2&keywords=usb+speakers

Power them with this: http://www.amazon.com/Battery-13000mAh-Portable-External-Cellphones/dp/B00K64WR9C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1427350210&sr=8-1&keywords=battery+pack

And fasten them all together with this stuff (it's incredibly strong, trust me) http://www.amazon.com/Scotch-All-Weather-Fasteners-Inches-RFD7090/dp/B00347A8EO/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1427350273&sr=8-7&keywords=dual+lock

That comes in at around $49 and while it's not going to blast your music, it will do you much better than any sub $50 bluetooth speaker.

Now if you're willing to spend some extra money, get one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-Speakerphone/dp/B00E9YIFQ4/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1427350482&sr=8-8&keywords=ultimate+ears

I can attest from personal experience that it's a pretty powerful little speaker, sounds great, and you can pair two of them for stereo listening.

u/TheSRTgreg · 1 pointr/cars

I made my own USB powered adapter for my Midland two way radios. The Midland's existing rechargeable battery is also pretty good on life, so when it IS charged, I include it but I can't count on myself always being so prepared. I never have to worry about batteries this way. Any device that uses 4 AA or AAA batteries will work on USB power, which is why I selected that radio (and the good reviews). Since AA/AAA batteries are 1.5V when new and 1V when dead, that means that USB's 5V is perfect (New batteries 4 = 6V, dead batteries 4 = 4V, USB 5V is perfectly in the middle). On the Midlands, its SUPER easy. I took a spare USB cable and crimped on some of these connectors. Those crimp 'spade' connectors slipped on perfectly to the existing battery friction tabs. Just look at the battery pack to determine where the USB (-) and (+) should go.

Anyways, my simple USB cord can be removed in seconds and swapped for batteries. I give friends a unit with batteries in case they don't have a USB slot in their car, and then I use the one with a USB so I don't have to worry about batteries!

u/theotherdanlynch · 2 pointsr/homeautomation

Ok, it's been fun watching people post ridiculous product suggestions for such a simple request, but it's time to actually answer the question. Go buy a pair of something like this:

  • https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IV1H1ME
  • https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EHSX28M

    Then you can use whatever outdoor/waterproof powered speaker you want. Alternately, just get one transmitter and use a waterproof speaker (or two) that has bluetooth built in.

    There are hundreds of little dongles like this. I just happen to like the fact that this one can be switched between being a transmitter or a receiver. That gives me a lot of confidence that the devices will work well together. Also, it's capable of transmitting to two different receivers at one time, so you'll be ready when you decide that you also just gotta have audio somewhere else outside.

    If this product suggestion gives anyone the urge to indulge in verbal diarrhea regarding bluetooth audio quality, let me proactively advance the discussion by saying, "STFU". Bluetooth audio quality is an order of magnitude better than what's needed for normal outdoor speakers much less speakers that are going to be competing with the noise of a hot tub.
u/cphuntington97 · 1 pointr/WeAreTheMusicMakers

There are many ways to go about this. I'm sure some people will recommend a computer interface and separate microphone, which is a very flexible option.

But for what you want to do, you might try the Zoom H2n. It's small, records 20 hours on AA batteries, and costs around $160.00. You might want to get a 32 gig SD card to max out your recording time (or borrow one from your digital camera). You could use this device to record your live shows as well. Record in WAV format for the best sound quality. You could edit the results with the free Audacity and then either burn cds (lots of options to do this) or upload to soundcloud or however you want to distribute your work.

If there's a bigger room you can record in, that'll work. Try not to be in a small space with a lot of reflective surfaces; you might get weird acoustic effects. Try clapping your hands and make sure there's no buzzing/ringing to the sound in the spot where you want to record. Another option might be a bedroom where you have a bedspread and drapes to help avoid unwanted acoustic effects.

I've heard some wonderful recordings made on the sidewalk outdoors as well. If you're recording outside, consider picking up this Rycote Mini Windjammer to go on your Zoom.

Good luck and be sure you share your results with us!

u/klaqua · 2 pointsr/videography

Let me trow my two cents into the ring.

When you say HQ video I assume you mean 1080p. That can be had much cheaper and that at good quality. More than good enough for a studio setting and interview work.

This is a good perspective by Casey Neistat on gear you need:
https://youtu.be/nLSUrTxquyE

With that being said, what most people forget is that lighting, the audio, knowing how to setup and just a little prep that can make all the difference.

In all honesty you could just buy this:

u/Meph616 · 5 pointsr/shutupandtakemymoney

Not to be a downer, but good luck with that. I have a Hennessy Hammock and its quality is top notch backed by a reputable company. Which comes with a mosquito net top and a separate rainfly (tarp) to keep dry with. Plus it fits snug in a tiny pouch that I can put in any backpack of my choosing, be it a small daypack or my 90L Kelty week long excursion type of backpack. Which ever I see the need for at that time.

If I were to suggest anything, it's to find a corner of the market to make your own and build from the ground up there. Your idea seems like a good invention for, say, somebody in college who has a couple hours between a class and doesn't want to drive around everywhere. So they can just set up a hammock on/near campus and chill, do some reading, until class time. These guys will be your bread and butter.

What would these people want? What are their needs? Off the top of my head, quick concept. An upper hidden pouch with speakers to plug an iPod into.

Or a side pouch that houses a rechargeable battery, a good sized one. It has a retractable cord to plug into a phone. So people can hammock around and use their phone or tablet without fear of draining away for the day.

Something versatile for your target market. Because if you try and replicate what other companies are already doing and go after their customer base, and you can't do it better than them... then why would I (customer) want to buy yours instead?

u/saedaek · 2 pointsr/weddingplanning

Of course! We had two bluetooth speakers, and used a y-jack to plug the receiver (for the mic) into both so that we could have more volume. One of them is a shitty samsung bluetooth speaker that we had for years that we do NOT recommend you buy. The other one is https://www.amazon.com/UE-BOOM-Wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker/dp/B00CM0XHNS and it's a much better value for money! The mic that we used is: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G812BR9/ And for how simple it is it worked great! We considered not having mics since it was a small gathering, but I'm glad we did - sound dissipates super fast outdoors! And having amplified sound makes it easy to make the speech sound more official and have people concentrate. Good luck on your wedding planning!!

u/arctic9 · 4 pointsr/audiophile

Honestly. I'd strongly consider the Clip+. I considered it to be the best DAP when it came out, and I'd still say that now.

Its the only player I've used for the past ~8 years maybe.

  • Super durable, during that time I've only had two, and I lost the first one after owning it for 2-4 years.
  • Maxes out at 8GB but you can expand it as much as you please with it's SD slot.
  • Great battery life, I'll generally leave it in my car for a week before needing to recharge.
  • You can transfer music to it through a media player (MTP) or just transfer it just like you'd transfer files to a flash drive (MSC).
  • Supports flac, ogg, and a variety of common formats out of the box.
  • Its touted to have one of the best DAC's on any mp3 player period.
  • If you like to tinker, there is a rockbox port for it.

    The only downside I can see is that the screen is a bit cramped.

    Nowadays its likely you're carrying around a phone that’s oversized and has poor battery life. The Clip is sized and priced correctly, it fills a completely different niche than what I use my phone for. My primarily use case is on public transit and in the car.
u/acoustiguy · 2 pointsr/classicalguitar

You definitely need an audio interface in addition to a mic, but there are decent USB mics now that combine the two. I prefer separate mics, but I commonly record with multiple mics.

If you can stretch your budget to something like a Scarlett Solo and an SM57 or one of the other mics recommended here, I'd go that route.

Barring that, I highly recommend the Zoom H2 or ny of it's variants. It's dependable, records in good quality, and it's easy to use. It also can hook into a computer and be a mini-interface. Even if you upgrade to better mics down the line you'll find this portable recorder very useful.

u/notaneggspert · 1 pointr/audiophile

This might be slightly more headphone oriented but I'm looking at getting a blue-tooth audio RX/TX so I can listen to TV/Music late at night without bothering my housemate through our thin shitty walls.

The only experience I have with blue-tooth audio is with the Sony MW600 that uses Bluetooth 3.0. I've found it has a very noticeable impact on audio quality even through Samsungs Oem headphones and my cars stock system.

Was bluetooth 4.0, 4.1, 4.2 a big jump in audio quality?

4.0 RX/TX for $24 Lacks Pass through charging so not extremely interested but still an option

4.1 RX/TX for $34 This supports pass through charging so I'm leaning towards this.

My Galaxy S7 has bluetooth 4.2 and my desktop has 4.0.

As I understand it 4.2 adds a big jump in transfer speeds but I'd imagine that my mostly 320kbps library with a few flacs, Spotify premium and the stereo output from my TV is is well under the transfer speed of even 4.0.

I'm not listening through super high end gear. Wired will be the cheap yet awesome Beteran KZ ATE w/ Mic and an inexpensive pair of in-ear bluetooth headphones like these or a also cheap but good over ear set. I need to do a little more research into bluetooth headphones but right now I'm focused on which bluetooth TX/RX to buy. Leaning towards in-ears since their more portable.

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/r/headphones seems to recommend these $70 over ear bluetooth headphones or these $27 in ear bluetooth headphones. As far as I can tell most of those ~$25 in ear headphones are pretty much all clones of each other with mostly the same internals and user interfaces.
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Not looking for the best bluetooth set up I don't have the money for it. But I don't want to notice and regret the drop in audio quality every time I go wireless over a 3.5mm cable as I do with the MW600.

u/IsItPluggedInPro · 3 pointsr/ShittyTechSupport

I also don't know if you are serious, and this sub isn't for real advice, but nonetheless, here's how you can do it.

  1. Get one or more of a simple, easy to use mp3 player such as the SanDisk Clip Jam.

  2. Buy a name-brand (such as SanDisk, Samsung, or Kingston) microSDHC card up to 32 GB.

  3. Buy songs/tracks as DRM-free AAC files from iTunes and MP3s from Amazon.com. The tracks/files from those two services do not rely on having an account anywhere after you download them.

  4. Download and save the the tracks/files from iTunes and/or Amazon MP3 somewhere on your computer.

  5. Copy the files to the microSD card.

  6. Insert the microSD card into the player.

  7. Give the player to your parents.

  8. Show them how to use the player. Show how them to insert and remove the microSD card. To give them additional or different songs, exchange microSD cards with them as needed or give them additional microSD cards as needed.

    Alternative

  9. Install Chrome on their computer.

  10. Install and configure the Chrome Remote Desktop add-on on their conputer and your own computer.

  11. Test Chrome Remote Desktop to control their computer from your computer. You will use it at the very least to assist them if they have questions/need help.

  12. Show them how to how to use mp3 player and how to connect it to their computer.

  13. Either:

  14. Use Chrome Remote Desktop to connect and control their computer and using an account of your choice, open Amazon MP3 or iTunes, and buy and download the tracks.

  15. Or, teach them how to buy and download the tracks. Amazon and iTunes lets you create sub accounts that you control, so you could create a sub account for your parents and load money into it.

  16. Have them connect the MP3 player to the computer.

  17. Either transfer the tracks over to the player using remote control, or teach your parents how to do that.
u/jallsopp · 2 pointsr/audio

How cheap? What do you want to use it for? Is sound important?

I'd consider the Harmon Kardon Onyx Studio if budget allows. It sounds absolutely phenomenal for its size and isn't that expensive, especially for the quality. Bass is great and when on mains power gets very loud. Has a battery in case you want to take it round the house but doesn't last that long and doesn't get as loud on battery.

A bit cheaper, you could get an Anker Premium and just leave it plugged in. Many people say its extremely similar to the Bose Soundlink Mini so it should be good. Anker have great support and their products are usually good.

u/Briguy24 · 1 pointr/movies

This is the setup I have in my basement. It's awesome and I was pleasantly surprised at the sound quality.

Watched The Conjuring at night with my wife and she was jumping like crazy when it sounded like you could hear floors squeak behind us.

I would absolutely recommend this over running wires for surround sound unless you want/need to have the very best. It's more than enough for us and it was super simple to hook up.

u/TenOunceTalk · 5 pointsr/AskScienceDiscussion

This is a good BT transmitter/receiver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B4W40VC/ that I've been using for quite a while. Has its own internal battery too.


RPi is an inexpensive powerful DIY computer (super easy to build) that can be used to make almost anything. Search for "Raspberry Pi Projects" and "Arduino" to get an overview. You can make breadboard circuits and write code to control them, etc. Kits have audio, video, mic, lights, and all kinds of other neat abilities. It's great for intelligent, creative kids (and adults).

With a Pi, you could control the lights in your house to come on when you say a specific word. You can hook up a Pi to interface with your car's computer and make it display detailed data from it. You can turn a Pi into a retro gaming console. You could use it as a media center, accessible from all your TVs. You could turn it into an instrument of you wanted to. Really, it's limitless.

u/mistical · 2 pointsr/AskTechnology

The following should work with their TV so that they can simultaneously use the TV speakers for him and the Toslink/RCA hookup for her. I won't give guarantee's but it should since it's at least a newer TV model since you mention it being a smart TV. So if you wanted to buy the bluetooth transmitter and test it it out with a bluetooth device/speaker you already own (if any) before going any further, you could do that.

I did a similar hookup for my SO's family for different reasons, and set them up with this bluetooth transmitter (it has aptX support too): https://amazon.com/HomeSpot-Wireless-Bluetooth-Transmitter-supported/dp/B00QV77YIC - There are other devices out there like this, this was a relatively cheap option for them and having never used it before, it worked and with no problems. I'll likely pick one up myself for future use too.

I didn't set them up with bluetooth (wireless) headphones but instead bluetooth speakers. But I'd highly recommend looking for bluetooth headphones that support the aptX codec (preferably with Low Latency) so the voices are in sync as much as possible if not perfect. I've seen the difference with and without it as well as it annoys more people without it and it's noticeable.

I'm not sure of your price range for the bluetooth headphones, but here are a few from Amazon that support aptX and SOME (not all) with Low Latency too:

u/ThrowdownTornado · 1 pointr/calculators

I must have been a bit unclear in my wording. One of the main reasons for my complaints is that I want a calculator that is faster and has a higher resolution. We both already agree, then, that the EX series is newer, faster, and has a higher resolution screen than the ES series. Anything I wrote on that subject is meant only to confirm those facts with hard evidence and to show more-precisely how much faster the EX series is than the ES series, rather than leaving the answer a vague "faster". It turns out the EX is about 5 times faster than the ES.

As a mathematics and computer science graduate who often tutors students ranging from fifth year elementary maths to linear algebra and number theory, I use almost all of the functions on the 115es plus at different points. I enjoy keeping my maths knowledge intact by doing some calculations or solutions on paper or in my head and using my calculator to confirm my results or tell me I'm wrong, which includes something as simple as finding the prime factorization of a somewhat large integer or finding the product of a series. Those are but two of many (literally hundreds, as mentioned in my post) examples of what the fx-115ES Plus can do that the US fx-991EX can't do at all. I can get around some of those by converting the products to sums but that's a huge extra step on my part and also hardly worth doing since those will take a very long time on the calculator. I like to go to the library on weekends and study "How to Solve It: Modern Heuristics", which covers various areas of maths, and getting through all tedious calculations by using my cheap scientific calculator or confirming the soundness of my more symbolic results by doing a few quick inexact calculations. That's why I would LOVE the fx-991EX to do all that my old fx-115ES Plus can do. I also hate worrying about the battery life of my graphing calculators and having to recharge them. I hardly have to worry if I've been doing tens of hours of calculations on my scientific calculator for weeks on end, but often have to get new batteries for my TI-89 or have to recharge any of the newer ones. I'm honestly really tired of always having to worry about recharging my mobile and other devices as well.

I have a similar philosophy for other devices, like my MP3 player, the SanDisk Clip+. I got it when it was cheap, not $100 as it is now due to scarcity. After I switched its operating system to RockBox, which makes it able to play all sorts of audio files and added tons of functionality like a highly-customizable equalizer, I had a very simple device that could do everything I wanted. I don't care about fancy colors and album art or touchscreens on a simple audio player. All that stuff breaks and uses more power anyway. All I care about is that it's powerful enough to do all the real things I want it to do, not pointless fancy graphical things meant only for marketing purposes that are detrimental overall.

u/Dain42 · 2 pointsr/raspberry_pi

Honestly, I know you already have the Pi around and all, but once you spend money on materials (and you would need some to accomplish something like this), you'll be better off buying a moderately priced Bluetooth receiver like this one.

Between accounting for trying to shut down cleanly on a power loss when the car shuts off (so as to not corrupt or damage the SD card), and buying a case and mounting hardware for in the car, it'll almost certainly be cheaper, and it'll definitely be less frustrating. The Pi has a significant boot time, for one, so bluetooth audio wouldn't be available for a minute or so after starting the car, which would either mean waiting in the driveway with the car on waiting for it to boot, or fiddling with connecting your phone while on the road, which isn't safe. And there are plenty of other challenges to get around, too.

I'm absolutely not down on trying things out and going DIY. If you're looking to do this as a fun exercise in order to learn something, then you should still do it, but if you're doing it because you actually want a bluetooth receiver, there's just no way that the Pi is going to be more cost-effective or sanity-friendly. If you're looking to learn about wheels, it sometimes makes sense to do the work to reinvent them, but if you're actually trying to make something practical that happens to have tires, you're probably better off just buying pre-made ones, you know what I mean?

u/maralieus · 2 pointsr/PS4

Check out the vizio 40" soundbar with wireless subwoofer. You can get them new for 300 bucks but if you look out for sales more like the 200 bucks I paid on woot.com. they are 5.1 have optical input for the ps4 and have Bluetooth for playing music and whatnot from your phone. I love them. If you have a small room they will really sound awesome!

Here. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00CDIK908?cache=fab84a7667334817543c3c51bd058e77&pi=SY200_QL40&qid=1414358179&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1

u/Acebats · 5 pointsr/paydaytheheist

In his character image you can see a Sony m-430 without the brand name (for obvious reasons), Nervatel from the Discord spent ages looking at all the details to narrow it down to that specific model. In the trailer you can see a cassette player like you describe. The trailer one is modeled after a (to my knowledge currently unknown, as the animator forgot the model and no longer has the file) cassette player.

At the end of the day we have two models that Jacket has been seen using in promotional materials, the grey one in the trailer obviously being bigger and having enough room for the electronics and the black one being much smaller.

Your communication point is a fair one, however I don't think I'm misinterpreting the fact that you're limited to what is contained on the cassette player you purchased. I'm not suggesting you put every single line out of the hundreds-thousands of lines on cassettes, but you get the specific ones you want, including any communication ones (heck put a "yes" at the start of the cassette and a thank you after it, easy to access) and put them on. Recording them yourself allows you to get all the lines you want on.

But having "well over" 36 lines is a very small amount compared to the amount of varied lines in the game.

However, I do have a little life hack (for about $50) for anyone that wants to get specific lines quickly on the fly that they can consider if they don't want to record on a cassette.

Buy a small mp3 player (like a clip jam) and a mini speaker and conceal them in the inner pocket of the Jacket and have your "yes" line ready to play with "thank you" queued up. This also allows you to have complete controll on what lines are on the device.

At the end of the day it's the buyer's choice if they want to pay $150 or about half that, but in my opinion $150 is an absurd amount

u/Leg-iron · 1 pointr/Bass

I kept waiting for something other than the incessant B flat (A sharp?), but it never happened. The biggest change-up came at 1:39, when you went to half-time...
Everybody's playing is all right, but there is so much room in the piece for more... um... variety; even shifting to the "4"(D sharp/ E flat) periodically would help.

How was this recorded?
The mix is bass-heavy; I usually like that, but here it buries most of the other instruments. The drums are hard to hear and the guitars sorta come & go.

If you're recording live with a single mic you might try experimenting with putting the mic in different locations. A few years ago, I tried recording a practice session using a Zoom H-2 recorder. The best recordings were with the unit about five feet outside the sliding glass door, with the door open.

I think your jam/ nascent song is off to a good start. It just needs to be fleshed out and developed more fully, and you'll have something!

u/laydros · 2 pointsr/BudgetAudiophile

This is a little bit above your price range based on the USD price, but I got a UE Mini Boom last year, and love it. It was on sale for about $90 USD that day and it looks like the current Amazon US price is $82. But keep an eye out and it will probably go on sale.

It doesn't sound as good as my desktop speakers, but for something that fits in my messenger bag so well, and lasts hours on batteries, it is excellent.

The sound is clear, and gets loud enough to have people listen to it on my deck outside.

http://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-Speakerphone/dp/B00E9YIFQ4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1406603082&sr=8-1&keywords=ue+mini+boom

u/frozensunshine · 1 pointr/Gifts

You could get him a FitBit One (that's what I got my father, also 60 this year) or any such wearable health tracker. It'll encourage him to stay active. If he already has an iPhone or some product that can be synced with the device, it'll be even better! My father is obsessed with his FitBit, and is daily walking 10,000+ steps. It's amazing.

You could also get him a nice bluetooth portable loudspeaker that he could use to listen to music while fishing. Never gone fishing myself, so I'm not sure if that's a thing, but I feel it might get boring sitting there for hours waiting for fish to bite.

Last idea- I read in bed too, and recently discovered this amazing pair of goggles that keeps the blue light out of my eyes so that my circadian rhythm is not disturbed. Check it out, it could be a good gift.

u/aholland1 · 1 pointr/OculusQuest

Thanks for the link/photo/recommendation! Have you tried pairing this to a surround sound receiver?

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I have an Onkyo 7.1 setup with a Bluetooth input I'd love to use for Beat Saber so I'm not sweating up headphones, but the built-in Bluetooth on the Quest won't pass audio to it at all even though it pairs. It's this, or I use a 25 foot stereo aux cable and then I'm tethered again like with the PSVR lol.

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Also, did you see the upgrade option that supposedly lets you pair two devices? Wondering if this would be a better option to pair headphones and/or a surround receiver when in a party situation perhaps - little bigger but not much: https://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics-Bluetooth-Transmitter-Receiver-Wireless/dp/B01IV1H1ME/ref=dp_ob_title_ce

u/I_Am_The_Mole · 2 pointsr/discgolf

If you ever get the chance to look through his bag, look for the oldest most beat up looking disc he's got, and buy him a new one. Google the make and model and if it's a putter get him two or three.

NOTE: Don't replace the disc, leave it in his bag. The reason it's the oldest and most beat up is because he loves it and probably would appreciate having another disc in that type to break in.

Option 2: Get him a small bluetooth speaker á la Mini Jambox or the Logitech UE Boom. These are pricey options, but they're at the front of the pack for sound quality. If you think he couldn't care less about that and just wants some outdoor tunes there are plenty of other options. I personally love having music out on the course (politely of course) and can't throw right (or stay aware of other golfers) with headphones in.

Good Luck!

u/Joe8222 · 0 pointsr/NintendoSwitch

I like to use this trond bluetooth adapter and you may be curious on why I say choose this one. Here are some good reasons to get it. Say if you want to use it with your TV at night so you dont wake anyone up this is great for that because it plugs directly into your aux port on the tv and it also comes with a aux cable but say if you TV doesn't have an aux output on it but has a L - R output on the tv it comes with an adapter for that. edit: forgot to say it also has a 10 hour battery on it. edit2: you can also try something like this I copied it and its great. Here is the velcro I used and the cable that I had in one of my drawers was this one but you definitely don't need it thats kinda overboard.

u/BlackKnightSix · 2 pointsr/Android

I have a "regular" 5.1 system in the living room that allows me to be on 1 input but have two inputs connected. One goes to my PC, and the other is basically an aux port where I plugged in a bluetooth receiver that is connected to an electrical socket and always on. You just pair up and is always ready. The surround system just overlaps the PC and BT audio if both are playing. I also have a 2.1 in the bedroom with a single input and I have the same kind of receiver connected (that one is powered by the included typical USB wall adapter). Something like this is what I have in the bedroom while I have the wall mount similar to this one in the living room.

I have been wanting this damn feature in google home for a while now. I got it free (mini) with my Pixel 2 but the only real use is asking for weather, timers, and occasional questions when talking to people and wanting a fact straightened out. I never cared for the music in the mini because it sucks for audio quality and sound propagation. I don't want to buy any chromecasts when my house speakers are wireless (bluetoothed) already. I especially like I can have my bedroom and living room both playing from a single source for the multi-room audio. Very cool.

u/Ciserus · 2 pointsr/hardware

I take it you're looking at something for recording, since onboard sound is pretty good for listening and editing these days.

I don't know much about recording soundcards, so don't take this as gospel. But I can tell you that when I was looking into doing some basic music recording on my PC, the card options that came up started somewhere around $200. If you're recording vocals, you also need a microphone preamp and a good quality microphone at a minimum.

If these guys are serious musicians, they might already have most of what they need, and the soundcard is the last step. But they may also find what I did, which is that $400 worth of PC sound equipment still doesn't generate recordings as good as a decent handheld digital recorder like the Zoom H2. It's got the bonus of being an all-in-one unit that's very portable.

Try http://www.reddit.com/r/wearethemusicmakers for more informed opinions.

u/Wendyland78 · 2 pointsr/AdviceAnimals

We've used a couple brands over the years, but these Midlands have worked best. https://smile.amazon.com/Midland-GXT1000VP4-36-Mile-50-Channel-Two-Way/dp/B001WMFYH4/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&qid=1484274173&sr=8-17&keywords=walkie+talkies

We bought ours from Dicks sporting goods with a coupon. We live in the burbs so we have to use a high channel like 32 to keep out interference.

Our daughter has rules like she has to tell me when she goes to a different friends or the park and she has to tell me when heading home so I can keep an eye out.

u/FoN925 · 3 pointsr/PS4

This is a newer model of the soundbar setup I'm currently using (this one has an HDMI input, mine doesn't).

The sound is really good. The only two issues I have are:

  • The Optical Out on mine stopped working after about two years, so now I have to connect via Bluetooth

  • On my exact model the volume increments are a bit wonky. There are indicator lights on the front of the soundbar that light up as the volume is increased and I keep mine at about 3 lights at night and 3.5 during the day. The difference between each press of the volume up/down buttons is pretty huge.

    Other than that, though, I've been really happy with it. I've used it with my TV, PS4, XB1, Wii, WiiU, Switch, even hooked my old GameCube up a year or two ago and it was great.
u/fp0013 · 0 pointsr/hometheater

This is what I use http://amzn.com/B00CDIK908

It is not 2.1, but 7.1 and it's great. Will definitely fill the room, goes very loud, and the subwoofer/satellite speakers are wireless, so you can place them behind you for a great surround sound experience.

If you do not want the 7.1, if you click on the 38-inch option, itll be around half the price for just 2.1

u/krissypants4000 · 3 pointsr/singing

Great job! I like this a lot.

If you can/are willing to invest in a better microphone that can handle higher frequencies, I would recommend a [Zoom H2] (http://www.amazon.com/Zoom-H2-Portable-Stereo-Recorder/dp/B000VBH2IG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1331504583&sr=8-2). They're relatively cheap, and handle voices well. I'm an opera singer, and I use it to record pretty much everything I do.

u/prajaybasu · 1 pointr/headphones

Bluetooth's default codec has high latency which means that the video/audio will go out of sync and the sound quality will be shite, at least for me.

aptX is a codec that's meant to fix that, and aptX-LL (Low Latency) would be the best choice for streaming desktop audio wirelessly.

Buy the FiiO BTR1, which is aptX+aptX-LL capable receiver and also buy a transmitter that's capable of aptX-LL (like this, this or this) and you'll not regret having aptX capable gear after trying to watch normal YouTube videos or game on that crappy default BT connection.

I believe macOS can utilize aptX by default, but if you have a Windows PC and do not have a 3.5mm jack to hook up the transmitter to, then you can buy an aptX-capable dongle like this and install the CSR Harmony BT stack because the default Microsoft BT stack does not properly support aptX.

I have a BTR1 and the CSR 4.0 dongle that I linked above and I get near zero latency unless I go too far (it switches codec to the default BT one if I go too far) - I'm not sure if it's using aptX-LL though, but it's definitely using aptX.

The upcoming FiiO BTR3 and the Bluewave GET also support aptX-HD apart from aptX-LL, but I don't think most media can even use such a high bitrate, so aptX-LL will be fine for now.

I guess you can ignore my advice if you are happy with the Mpow receiver (like many people) - I didn't use it personally, but my experience with non-aptX devices has been awful.

u/michaelshow · 8 pointsr/Minecraft

Love Ringworlds!

If anyone hasn't read Ringworld by Larry Niven, it's an amazing novel and one of my personal favorites. Highly recommended.

Amazon link:
https://smile.amazon.com/Ringworld-Del-book-Larry-Niven/dp/0345333926/ref=tmm_mmp_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1503494558&sr=1-1

u/Zirillian · 1 pointr/essentialphone

If you're implying that you can't use bluetooth in your car, but you can use an Aux cable...assuming that you aren't using headphones, do yourself a favor and get one of these:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IV1H1ME/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It works excellent; I've used many different versions and brands (moving from Bluetooth 2.0 up to 4.1) and they all accomplish the same thing, and the new ones sound fantastic (better than aux because there's no volume limit).

u/c10layman · 5 pointsr/running

I could never figure out how to comfortably run with my phone. I began running with a GPS watch and a small clip on MP3 player and it's a much better solution.

Edit: For anyone interested I use the Sansa clip and it has performed great in lots of running conditions. It looks like mine has been discontinued and they have newer cheaper models now. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002MAPS6W/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_GucOwbJ85YFNY

u/TheKnightWhoSaysMeh · 1 pointr/suggestmeabook

Ringworld by Larry Niven may fit. Admittedly not a literary masterpiece, but sure is a great page turner with magnificent world-building to soak into.

^edit: ^typo ^in ^link.

u/QuipA · 1 pointr/headphones

MEE Audio AirFi Matrix 2

But I do not recommend a battery powered headphone during workouts where sweat / water is involved. A well isolating wired IEM is a lot better (IMHO). Anyway, can't go wrong with the Matrix 2, very decent sound and aptX support for less than 80€ is a great deal. And some of the very well renowned reviewers have given this BT headphone better scores than the 399€ Sennheiser Momentum Wireless :D

u/NShader · 1 pointr/headphones

Reposting because I want some more opinions;

Which is the better one;

The MEE Audio Air-fi Matrix 2 (https://www.amazon.com/MEE-audio-Bluetooth-Wireless-Headphones/dp/B00DOP3NPW)

or the Avantree Audition (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00J0BXPD4/ref=pd_aw_lpo_23_tr_img_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=EEGFT2FH61519RXP84BZ)

or the Cowin E-7 (is it worth it paying the $10 premium for active noise cancelling?? (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B019U00D7K/ref=pd_aw_lpo_23_bs_img_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=EEGFT2FH61519RXP84BZ&th=1#LUXAddressSelector_1495111143837)

The things that I find most important are comfort, sound leakage, sound quality and build quality. I would like these, especially comfort and build quality, to be taken in account.

u/atomic__llama · 1 pointr/weddingplanning

Awesome! That sounds like it might be perfect! This one is what I was eyeing. We're having the ceremony outside and the reception in a tent about 50 yards away, so while not really elegant, we were thinking of entrusting someone to move it from the ceremony site over to the reception area after people start to disperse. It's in a public area so we have the opportunity of troubleshooting ahead of time to make sure it will work.

u/Fredasa · 72 pointsr/space

It's the best audio recording, certainly, but the poor mic couldn't handle the high amplitude of the sonic booms and attenuated the sound. Most cameras didn't do any better.

Here's a (loud) recording where the camera didn't attenuate the sound, but mostly because it didn't pick up low frequencies really at all, so there's no bass to the boom.

If it had been me making the trip out to one of these, I would bring along something that can actually do events like these justice. This classic recorder, for example, would have provided much better sound than any of the recordings I've heard thus far. (Speaking from experience -- I've used it to record things like thunderstorms and booming fireworks.)

u/drloz5531201091 · 1 pointr/running

I'm currently running with Meeltronics overear headphone : https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00DOP3NPW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I won't lie, I'm a big fan of these headphones. I ran for two years with that but now is the time for me I think to change. I'm starting to do longer runs more regularly and they are fairly hot on my head, specially in hot weather. It never bothered me much but it's starting to now. I shopped for a while for alternatives to overear headphones for my running and everything isn't perfect.

I'm used to the great sound of overear headphones and I often listen to music fairly loudly. I've tried Aftershokz Air and even though it's comfortable and cool technology and very light, the sounds isn't loud even at maxed volume which is disappointing.

I know it's a very vague question but outside of Plantronics backbeat fit I haven't seen anything worth buying really, specially when all the options I've seen are well over 125$ where my current are 80$ and have been literally indestrucible. They suffered rain, snow and a huge amount of sweat.

Thanks in advance

u/Alatorr · 1 pointr/Music

Spotify was having a deal recently: 99c for three months of premium. You can save stuff locally (albums and playlists on mobile, playlists only on desktop), or stream. They have a high quality 320kbps streaming option if you are a premium user. I recommend trying it out if the sale's still on.

Alternatively, if you have a couple bucks to spend, you can do what I do. That is, buy a really cheap Sansa Clip (you could probably get a cheaper one, but I didn't search hard), put Rockbox on it, and pop in a 32 GB MicroSD Card. Whole set up will run you about $40 and you will have 40GB of music available to you whenever you want. Best part -- the Sansa Clip can handle FLAC and mp3 (and pretty much anything else you can throw at it).

u/haxdal · 1 pointr/ADHD

Interesting, The Kindle version is free on Amazon .. good enough reason to add it to my collection :)

I'm mostly into SciFi books myself. Recently I've been reading a bit by Paul McAuley, If I were to recommend something recent it'd be The Quiet War and Gardens of the Sun by him. For old classics you can't go wrong with Ender's Game or Ringworld.

u/chippies · 1 pointr/regina

If it's a 2013, there's an outside chance that the factory radio has bluetooth. I'd suggest you look in to this, as this will be the most ideal scenario, you can just pair your phone and have a wireless connection.

If you don't have bluetooth on that radio, do you have an AUX input? It'll look like a headphone jack. If you've got an AUX input, you could buy something like this off of Amazon and your phone will pair to that device, which pipes the audio to your stereo. If you're creative, you could install this in your car somewhat permanently and have it look clean.

u/bsod666rrod · 2 pointsr/audiophile

From my experience, I love the Sansa's. Such as the Clip+, the Fuze and the one I have bought several times (Because I keep putting it through the washer somehow) the Fuze+.

The Pros:

  • Does not require iTunes/Sync software (Can just transfer the files over like a standard storage medium)


  • Plays pretty much every format of music

  • Expandable storage via MicroSD

  • I believe most are compatible with Rockbox

    The Cons:

  • Feels cheap, really light (Plastics)

  • The Fuze+ has (from my experience anyway) a really frustrating touchpad.

    Just for the record, I can't say much about the Clip+ or the Fuze being that I haven't used them, I have just heard really nice things about them.

    I hope that this helps!
u/krodren · 1 pointr/rpg

I use WireTap Studio on my macbook pro (got it with MacHeist), hooked up to a cheap but well rated button mic on the table. Sound quality is much better than I expected for the price. When searching, it was easier to look for microphones that were reviewed for recording meetings.

The recordings help me to go back and remember the little details that I made up on the fly and get them written down before I forget them. I'm going to try to use the last 10 minutes or so at the beginning of the next session to remind everyone what happened last time and get back into play more quickly.

If I had more money, I'd look into getting one of these omni-directional recorders.

u/explosivo563 · 3 pointsr/MusicNews

Bad move for them but it could be beneficial for consumers like myself who don't want to deal with Itunes and other compatibility issues. The Ipod classic has been the go-to music palyer for high capacity storage. Hopefully things like the Fiio x3 and x5 or Sandisk Sansa clip+ see their opening and take advantage.

u/DarthContinent · 8 pointsr/AskReddit

Larry Niven's Ringworld is excellent.

You could also get a good cross-section of sci-fi through various anthologies, I've got a bunch of the Year's Best Sci-Fi series which have helped me discover a bunch of authors (e.g. Greg Bear, Greg Egan, Michael Swanwick, Nancy Kress, and lots of others I enjoy reading).

u/avboden · 1 pointr/cars

this is also a really good one it's a bluetooth in FM transmitter BUT it has AUX out so you don't need to use the FM stuff. As a bluetooth unit it's good, and gives you basic phone-call ability too.

I have it, been really happy, and it's cheap

u/RaleighEnt · 1 pointr/raleigh

Honestly you might want to look for a new FM transmitter. Sounds like yours is pretty weak. I got one just like you described in Amazon for $15 and it works great. Even if a channel is occupied this thing is powerful enough to override whatever's being broadcast, and there's almost no interference once I find a channel thats mostly static. Here's the one I got if you're interested.

u/BreakFromMonotony · 2 pointsr/headphones

For any of you Bluetooth pioneers:

I have a pair of B&O H7's that I purchased specifically so that I can use them while moving about my office while having audio/video streaming from my desktop computer. My problem is that they are at a noticeably lower volume while connected via Bluetooth to my computer, than they are when connected to my iPhone. Volume works great when connected via Bluetooth to phone, so I've concluded that it's a transmitter/computer issue. I have tried a simple USB Bluetooth transmitter, a more expensive USB Bluetooth transmitter, as well as an externally powered 3.5MM transmitter connected via an amp, and they all yield the same volume issues. I have also turned the volume all the way up on the headphones using the built-in controls.

Just curious if anyone has experienced similar, or has a recommendation for a transmitter setup that has better volume output? I just find it so weird that the issue doesn't exist when connected to my phone, that I'm positive there is SOME way to get it fixed with my computer.

Thanks!

u/areyoukiddingme5233 · 1 pointr/karaoke

Do you already have the speaker? I have a different setup which was super cheap, and just use youtube videos for karaoke tracks (no subscription).

I use this bluetooth speaker which has 1/8" input from these microphones. I play the sound from the computer out through the speaker, and the video goes through HDMI to the TV screen. I've had great luck with it!

u/DuckDuckShrimp · 0 pointsr/edmproduction

If what you're looking to do is record random objects, I wouldn't recommend a USB mic. I'd more recommend something like this

It's a portable field recorder, I linked to the Edirol because I have one of the older models, and it's fantastic for exactly what you're looking to do. You can get good field recorders for cheaper as well, like the Zoom H2

..Also found this great article from B&H on handheld recorders linky.

u/bitesized314 · 1 pointr/oneplus

I used an Anker Roav model that had far superior FN transmission strength than anything I had seen before. It has a boost FM setting that is really nice. I think they have a newer model, though.
Anker Roav SmartCharge F2 Bluetooth FM Transmitter, Wireless Audio Adapter and Receiver, Car Charger with Bluetooth 4.2, Car Locator, App Support, 2 USB ports, PowerIQ, AUX Out, and USB Drive Slot https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719SNR5N/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_92lqDb0WHHM1A

u/spasm01 · 3 pointsr/CFBOffTopic

I have this one, it was on sale when the gift was bought, I like it a great deal, but I also know someone with the oontz who loves it so its probably the better deal atm

u/Recoil42 · 2 pointsr/cars

Can't say I agree with you on A/C, but everything else is spot-on.

The biggest thing with bluetooth is that you can actually add it yourself, with any car that has an aux jack already... for like $20.

Like... bam.


People act like it's a vital feature that you could never not have built-into the car.

Meanwhile, go ahead and try to add a backup camera to a car gracefully. It's doable, but you'll still be doing some surgery every single time.

u/xodakahn · 1 pointr/siriusxm

They aren't dumb questions. Yes, with two car kits and a home kit it would be extremely easy to switch between car, truck and dorm. I'm not sure if this is still the same, but the dorm could be a bigger issue. Back in the older days, the home kits needed the antenna to have a good line of sight with the satellite and with my XM radios, I sometimes had to have the antenna outside. The dorm probably wouldn't allow that.

But one thing to consider is what I do now. I do everything through my phone and either the car's bluetooth. I have an older car and use one of these bluetooth FM transmitters. It sounds good. And if you already have an account the online is pretty cheap.

The data costs could be cheaper than a radio, two car kits and a home kit.

u/mikelybarger · 1 pointr/audiophile

A quality portable speaker such as the MINI JAMBOX or the Ultimate Ears MINI BOOM. I'm not saying I want those specifically (but if they're good, I'd like to know). I just want to know what are good portable speakers that are small and reasonably priced like those two models. I would prefer to spend around $100, but I'm willing to go up to $150 if there is a product that really shines in your opinion. All advice is appreciated. Thank you.

u/nolotusnotes · 2 pointsr/piano

Well, I only want to suggest what I own and I know works well. I have a bluetooth speaker that has outperformed all expectations and has an AUX jack. The pictures don't do much for scale. It's a one-hand thing.

Since it set the gold standard a few years ago, there may be others as good these days. But as far as I know, this is the best thing there is. It is nothing short of loud and base filled.

Hope this helps.

u/Nixflyn · 10 pointsr/Android

Off the top of my head,

Cheap: MEE Audio Air-Fi Matrix 2, $59, aptX support for far better Bluetooth listening than non aptX cans

Not so cheap but quality: Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless, usually $200 but showing as $300 right now? Also supports aptX.

There lots of brands that offer good Bluetooth cans. ATH, Vmoda, sennheiser, AKG, etc.

Now, Bose does have some models that are decent, like the QC35, but they're the exception now a days. It's a real bummer too, I used to buy a ton of Bose stuff. And too bad the market is pretty saturated with mostly fashion cans for Bluetooth. You pay a lot for being pretty.

u/N62B44 · 0 pointsr/hometheater

Amazon has this Vizio 5.1 bar for $200 at the moment. I've had my eye on it since it's the only 5.1 & it has great reviews. I'm really on the edge of pulling the trigger but after looking up Klipsch DHT 600 and the Bose Cinemate GS Series II, I want to get one of those instead. However, I know nothing about surround sound. Just now I added this subreddit to try to learn more. Good luck!

Edit: adding link.

VIZIO S4251w-B4 5.1 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer and Satellite Speakers

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CDIK908/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_U5rDub1J9A8EG

u/LeRouxMaster · 1 pointr/videography

I own a Panasonic TM700, and I would'nt use it to shoot food. I'd go with a DSLR with a short focal lenght prime lense (like T3i or T4i with EF 50 f/2.8). I can recommend the Rode VideoMic Pro, as I have and commonly use one. It is amazing. But again, if you are to be speaking, this is what you need. It records voices like a charm and is the best recoder in the low-priced range.

u/Anthrozil7 · 5 pointsr/katawashoujo

This player (or the 8gb version) has served me incredibly well. I've owned two of them over the past four years. They have fantastic audio quality and format compatibility. It also has a micro SD card slot, so I'd recommend getting the 4gb version and adding an SD card. The built-in clip is more useful than you might imagine at first too. The default UI/firmware is definetly alright, but for more features check out Rockbox, which is an open source firmware replacment for a wide variety of music players.

It is just a music player though. It specializes in music, and does that well. For something more like an iPod Touch, there are a few Android music players. I can't give an opinion on any of them though. I went straight from the Clip+ to my Nexus 7.

u/rtechie1 · 2 pointsr/gadgets

MP3 players are a dying category and there is less available each year.

If you want something with 32GB of storage or less, the Sansa Clip Jam. Supports FLAC. The Sansa Clip series has been popular for a long time and has seen little change. This is like an MP3 player from 2003.

But if you want a nice MP3 player, Fiio is pretty much the only game in town anymore. The Fiio X1 supports SD cards up to 128GB and is $100. If you're willing to spend more, the X5 supports 2 SD cards (up to 512GB with the new 256GB SD cards. Which cost $250 USD).

Your only other option is a smartphone (Windows Phone or Android) with a 128GB microSD card. Windows Phone is generally preferred because the audio stack in Android is inferior. I'd look at the Lumia 640.

u/speakeasyboy · 2 pointsr/amateurradio

I originally thought it'd be fun to be able to talk with my friend who lives in a neighborhood about a mile away from me. After scratching the surface of two way radios, I soon found out that might not be so easy. I've looked at Midland, Uniden, Motorola, etc. And I just can't decide which would be a good option. So, my question to all you folks is, what two way radio should I be considering? I would love the option of NOAA access in the event of an emergency but it's not necessary. I'm also not looking to spend too much.

This keeps coming up as an option. Should I be reluctant or just go for it? Any better options?

Thanks in advance for at least reading.

u/Majaru97 · 14 pointsr/onebag

A little background, I'm a 20 year old guy from New Zealand whose going to be travelling around the UK and Europe for the indefinite future. After that I might be coming home or moving on to North and South America. This is all the gear I plan on taking. Any advice or criticism is appreciated! I tried to link everything I have for you guys, unless it's something that's really obvious as to where you can purchase it.

Clothes


Icebreaker Boxers x3

Icebreaker Socks x3

Icebreaker Cool-Lite 7inch Shorts Black x1

Icebreaker Short Sleeve Tee x2 Heather Grey and Stealth

Icebreaker Long Sleeve Tee Black and Admiral x2

Icebreaker Apex Leggings x1

Wool&Prince Olive Workshirt

Wool&Prince Navy Checkered Button-Down

Patagonia Torrentshell Jacket Black

Patagonia Nano-Puff Black

Icebreaker Long Sleeve Zipper Hoodie Black x1

Outlier Slim Dungarees Black

Outlier New-Way Shorts Navy

Shoes


Nike Free Runs 5.0 Black

Adidas GTX Hiking Boots

Warehouse/Walmart/Kmart Brand Sandals

Accesories


Local Supply Polarised Sunglasses Black

Icebreaker Skyline Beanie Heather Grey x1

Icebreaker Chute Black x1

Icebreaker Quantum Gloves x1

Tech


iPhone 7

PowerCore 20100mAh Portable Charger

Kindle Paperwhite 3 4gb

Universal Ears Boom Speaker

NZ to UK Plug Adaptors x2

Bag and Packing Accessories


Tom Bihn Synapse 25

Osprey Ultralight Stuff Pack

Tom Bihn Halcyon Packing Cubes Small x2

Tom Bihn Halcyon Packing Cubes Medium x1

Tom Bihn Travel Stuff Sack Size 1 x2

Tom Bihn Travel Stuff Sack Size 2 x1

Tom Bihn Snake Charmer x1

Tom Bihn 3D Organizer Cube Clear x1

Toiletries


Diesel Cologne 50ml

Toothbrush

Toothpaste

Floss

3x Gotoobs

Dr Bronners

Rexona Stick Deodarant

Linen Waffle Towel

Nalgene Water Bottle 1L

Total weight is 8.9kg(this includes things that I will be able to wear when flying)

u/blurredsagacity · 1 pointr/Vive

http://smile.amazon.com/MEE-audio-Bluetooth-Wireless-Headphones/dp/B00DOP3NPW

Weird off-brand bluetooth headphones, but they fit well, sound good, and have a jack on the cup, so you can replace the cable with a shorter one if you have it, or just tie the included cable up in the Vive headstrap like I do. Haven't even tried using them wirelessly because I don't want to bother charging them.

Put on Vive, put on headphones, find cable, plug into headphones. Done.

u/PocketSpoon · 1 pointr/headphones

would not recommend open headphones if you plan to use them in the public. As far as Bluetooth goes, most of them tend to have more bass than neutral (i guess people tune the bass higher to drown out the noise when you're on the go to help passive isolation). I wouldnt say open are strictly better, that's a huge oversimplification and you shouldn't dismiss closed headphones because of that.

for a cheapo pair you can consider these Air Fi Matrix 2. They sound pretty good for the price although im not sure about the mic quality.

Otherwise something higher end would be V Moda Crossfade Wireless. consider getting the XL pads with these as they are far more comfortable

u/HeadlessMami · 1 pointr/weddingplanning

I was lucky enough to find an Ion Tailgater on clearance for $30 at work, so I'm going to be loading up music on my iPad and putting a friend in charge of playing the right tracks at the right times. It also has a mic input so we'll be able to use it for the spoken parts of the ceremony as well. This thing is loud and sounds amazing!

u/diddyandroid · 1 pointr/motorcycles

After using a Sena setup and talking back and forth with my brother on a 1500 miler a few weeks ago - I think we've come up with the perfect solution (and we considered apps as well.)

We were thinking the solution is to get a few of these radios and assuming you can get the squelch dialed in to limit background noise along with a voice activated microphone into the helmet and it should work out pretty well!

u/carnstar · 40 pointsr/BuyItForLife

I second getting a license.

But I think your best bet would be getting a satellite or leasing some orbital bandwidth. Companies like United Launch Alliance and Golden Spike can offer you launch space. Satellites tech is good enough that building one is purely a DIY effort.

Just kidding. In fact I am only making fun of the HAM suggestion.

My setup isn't BIFL, and they are strictly consumer grade, but they are pretty sturdy. They were the suggestion of my 1SGT.

http://www.amazon.com/Midland-GXT1000VP4-36-Mile-50-Channel-Two-Way/dp/B001WMFYH4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1376766043&sr=8-1&keywords=frs+radio

If on the trail with your radios you get some blisters, consider getting a medical degree. It'll open up access to all sorts of medicines that just aren't available over the counter.

u/amylaneio · 2 pointsr/Busking

Any decent portable PA will do fine. The micro cube is good for it's size, but you can get better (bigger) PAs for about the same price. I've used this one in the past, and it's great:

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https://www.amazon.com/ION-Audio-Tailgater-Portable-Bluetooth/dp/B00SNBCBGE

u/GalacticShonen · 1 pointr/headphones

Budget is as low as possible but probably nothing more than $100. Want bluetooth functionality for PC so I can watch Netflix and for listening on my walks through my phone, with good wired sound quality when I am working on music at my desktop. Preferably full sized headphones that cover the ear, at a reasonable price. Obviously you pay what you get, and I found a few cheap options that I am a little unsure about sound-quality wise. Any other recommendations would be lovely. These are the two I am thinking about

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J0BXPD4/ref=psdc_12097479011_t2_B00DOP3NPW

https://www.amazon.com/MEE-audio-Bluetooth-Wireless-Headphones/dp/B00DOP3NPW

u/wowultimation · 2 pointsr/longboarding

You should look into an x-mini speaker. I have one, and it's pretty good. Cheap, loud, and surprisingly good sound quality, and also easily portable.

u/_lowrez_ · 1 pointr/Bluetooth_Audiophile

Run your audio source into this and pair it with your BT headphones. I have one and it sounds great. Hope that helps. :)

u/Clean_Send · 1 pointr/cars

My Lexus doesn't have one either and I got one of these bluetooth transmitters. Honestly, it's amazing. The tech is a lot better than it was even a few years back. Highly recommend for $16ish.

u/ChrisRK · 5 pointsr/CarAV

The quick and easy way would be to get a cassette adapter. You put it into the cassette deck, connect his iPhone and hit play on the tape deck.

You can also get a FM radio adapter but you might end up with a lot of noise depending on the car and the positioning of the transmitter.

The best way would be to get a AUX adapter that fits into the original radio. I cannot confirm that this adapter will work with his car but the 2003-2009 Trailblazer is on the compatibility list. Contact SonicElectronix or your local car audio shop for more info.

u/jabonko · 5 pointsr/rpg

Binaural recording is a good bet. Basically you use multiple microphones (or special mics) to record sound more like how your ears would hear it. That way when you play back, if two people are talking over each other, you would hear it in different headphones/speakers and it would be more like following a live conversation.

I recorded several game sessions using a Zoom H2 but I would expect that there are less expensive options (and possibly better-quality options by now), as I bought mine years ago.

Another method is the foam head method (I learned about this via Yog-Sothoth.com's various podcasts and game recordings). Basically you have a foam head at your table with microphones in its ears. Binaural recording with microphones placed approximately where human ears would be.

One thing I've found is helpful: do not keep the microphone directly on the same table on which you are playing. Dice rolls are thunderous explosions, every pencil scratch is heard, shuffled papers cover voices, etc. You can put it on the table with something soft underneath (piece of felt, napkins, towel, books) to prevent some of that noise.

It can take some getting used to for the people being recorded. I know at first I talked directly to the microphone, which meant I was louder than others who spoke more conversationally to each other. Some people are more likely to talk when there is a mic present, others may get quieter or contribute less. So that's just nontechnical stuff to be aware of.

u/rickdanko · 1 pointr/IAmA

Thought it might have been iMovie. You should invest in a better recorder, I recommend this. It's got surprisingly good sound quality. But other than that, keep on rockin'.

Also, I support the request for Philosophy by Ben Folds.

u/19mine · 4 pointsr/bullcity

I use a cassette adapter to listen to my iPod in the car. You can get one from stores like Best Buy, Radio Shack, or Target. Shouldn't be more than 15 dollars. Good luck. No one should have to listen to the radio.

Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000BUN79K/ref=redir_mdp_mobile

u/MSkaar · 1 pointr/gadgets

I'm looking for a bluetooth speaker for around $150 that is loud enough to fill a big room for a martial arts class. I don't need it to be overpowering and have no idea what to look for.

I was looking at this one

http://www.amazon.ca/Anker-Bluetooth-Subwoofers-Portable-Wireless/dp/B0107WH8Q4/ref=sr_1_11?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1452804779&sr=1-11&keywords=bluetooth+speakers

I also am slightly interested in this

http://www.amazon.ca/PPHP837UB-600-watt-Bluetooth-Speaker-Included/dp/B00EEJYYMS/ref=sr_1_120?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1452805331&sr=1-120

I'm just not sure which one is best for what I need it for. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

u/sharkamino · 3 pointsr/vinyl

No, its a closed system over Wifi, no analog inputs.

What is your current turntable? You can add a Bluetooth Transmitter to any turntable to stream to a single Echo speaker or a stereo system over Bluetooth. There is an adapter to transmit to 2 Bluetooth speakers however a set of 2 adapters for 4 speakers would be even more of a pairing mess.

However, a big part of vinyl is the analog sound and the Echo and especially the Dots are not very good speakers. You will be much better off with better pair of home audio bookshelf speakers and you can add a second set in another room. You can also hook up one of the Dots to the speakers to have better streaming audio sound.

Any of these systems can also be added to the Dots for better sound in other rooms.

Lowest budget $50 6-1/2" 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker Pair and Hi-Fi Mini Amplifier Bundle. Add a RCA switch $11 to add a Dot with the turntable and speakers.

Or powered Edifier R1280T bookshelf speakers $99.

Or a step up mini amp and speakers, $52 SMSL SA-36A Pro TPA3118D2DAP Stereo Amplifier 2 x 20W with $50 Dayton Audio B652-AIR 6-1/2" 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker with AMT Tweeter Pair. Add speaker wire, and see 4 Ways to Strip Wire - wikiHow.

For the best sound quality for the buck, look for a used stereo or AV receiver and a pair of used bookshelf speakers.

A step up new is ONKYO TX-8020 $99 stereo receiver with:

u/CelticMara · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

If you get Good Omens before a bomb goes off, you need a new fortune teller.

I translated this myself (or maybe I used Bing), but I am pretty sure Schoko-bons means "shocking bombs." You know what happens when a bomb goes off? Lots of stuff gets moved, and lives are changed, by creating an Empty Space in a manner most deadly, hole-y, rough, and immediate. The Intent to Live makes little difference in a Blood Crime of this magnitude. If the bomb is big enough, it turns a world into a ring of debris. And we all look something like this, our only Legacies a change jar scattered across the solar system.

u/DanielHalevi · 1 pointr/gadgets

I have the Air-Fi Venture and they are fantastic. A bit muddy, but EQed them to be much better. Battery life is amazing and I could go for 16-18 hours of music before needing to charge them. only downside is that they don't seal so well, they just sit on your ears without any pressure.

You could go for the higher class version of them, the Matrix which I don't have experience with.

u/funkyb · 1 pointr/Android

Cheap and easy?

Try out something like these (get a few, they break eventually) or this if you have an AUX jack.
If you've got a tape deck grab something like this.

If you only have the USB for an input something like this might work, though I've never used it. No idea about plugging the phone directly into SUB. Probably depends on the radio too.

u/russian_toast · 1 pointr/headphones

Hello everyone. I'm longing for bluetooth on/over-ear heaphones in the preferably sub 100€ category.
I am going to use it on my phone the Nintendo Switch and my PC equally for music and gaming.
They should have some isolation since I would like to use them ouside.
I like me some bass and listen to almost every genre but mainly electro and rap.

From the recommendations guide my result were the (149.99€ - https://www.amazon.de/MEE-HP-AF62-CF-MEE-Matrix2-Bluetooth-Kopfh%C3%B6rer-rot-schwarz/dp/B00DOP3NPW) MEE Audio Air-Fi Matrix 2 headphones (is it 'was' or 'were', not sure?).
The guide mentioned that there is a rebrand of the headphones, the (59.99 - https://www.amazon.de/M05-%C3%9Cber-Ohr-Kopfh%C3%B6rer-Stereo-Kopfh%C3%B6rer-Musik-Streaming-Freisprechfunktion/dp/B00R2MEH94) AUSDOM M05.

If they are practically the same then I should get the rebrand since they are 90€ cheaper or are there better alternatives for me?

Thanks in advance

Edit: I'm from germany as you can read from the amazon links.

u/Wacky_Alex · 1 pointr/mazda3

Quick search found this video for adding an aux to the OEM head unit. With that aux you could then plug it in to something like the ROAV Smartcharge Kit F2 (got one for my partner a year ago), now you have 2 high speed charging ports, and Bluetooth/hands free. Best part is no interference and better sound quality then using generic Bluetooth to FM adapters

u/Shike · 1 pointr/audiophile

I think this is discontinued but Amazon still seems to have stock:

Sansa Jam

UE 4000 is definitely discontinued but fair for price.

The warranty on the MP3 player I believe is going to be 90 days - year, the headphones have a two year warranty but are technically discontinued. Also since they're from a 3rd party Logitech may not honor it.

Together both new is around $75 or so?

u/umdivx · 4 pointsr/hometheater

This is a several piece system you'd have to get.

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First is an HDMI audio extractor then an BT transmitter and if you want to be able to switch between the Roku and the TV tuner you'd then need an HDMI switch.

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At that point with all that in place, you honestly would be better off getting a receiver. You can get a cheap receiver, like the Denon S530BT from Accessories4less.com for $150 then pair that with some cheap speakers and you're already better than all that equipment above.

u/MyTribeCalledQuest · 1 pointr/piano

I have used the Zoom H2 Handy for a while and it's pretty awesome. If it's in your price range, I'd recommend checking it out.

But I've never used anything else (my HS Jazz teacher recommended this to me).

u/Alpha-Bravo-C · 3 pointsr/ireland

The SanDisk Clip mp3 players are fantastic. They're tiny, have a clip on the back so you can bring them running, will take a microSD card and will play pretty much any audio file you can throw at them. You can pick them up on Amazon quite cheap as well.

u/lome251 · 2 pointsr/GalaxyS8

My car doesn't have bluetooth either but I use a bluetooth FM transmitter that this should work on.

This is the device I use:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DDPUQTS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_N24-ybDDQ91ZA

Sound quality is great and connects as soon as I turn on my car.

Also thanks for the info
/u/ThunderKatzzz I didn't even think to do that.

u/boncros · 5 pointsr/tasker

Anker makes the roav smartcharge. here's a link. it works really well and provides oher benefits than just having your phone connect to Bluetooth. I use this along with tasker. It's the best solution I've used for getting my phone and car to work together.

u/akita2626 · 2 pointsr/weddingplanning

Also, if you are going the speaker/Ipod route then I highly recommend this one

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00SNBCBGE?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd

I bought it and it's very loud, bluetooth or cord to connect, easy to use, comes with a mic, and has 50 hours of battery life (obviously can be recharged)!! It's also super reasonably priced...I couldn't believe it!

u/Turdsworth · 1 pointr/cars

if it has an aux port you can get a bluetooth adapter kit for $30 install is easy. It works off a cigarette to USB adapter that you can charge your phone with. You have a pause button, track forward and back. IT will have a speakerphone, and if it's any good it will be able to do effective noise canceling. this is the one I like https://www.amazon.com/Anker-SoundSync-Bluetooth-Streaming-Multi-Point/dp/B0176G5TRO

u/Macdomerocker12 · 14 pointsr/galaxys4

Get a new radio. I'm not being a dick, Im being honest.

I rode around with an aftermarket CD player with no AUX for the first year of getting my car, as soon as I got my S4, I coupled it with a cheap JVC with an AUX from Best Buy for maybe 50 bucks. Best Decision of my life, no more blank CD's, no more skipping tracks, and Music quietens itself when navigation is speaking.

Or if you have a tape deck, get one of [these] (http://www.amazon.com/RCA-AH600R-Car-Cassette-Adapter/dp/B000BUN79K/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1397053400&sr=8-3&keywords=cassette+mp3). They're just as good.

u/Tangent_ · 2 pointsr/Fiat

I've been using this one for a couple of years in my 2015 500e. It's a little annoying in that you have to turn it on every time (I have it stuck next to my gear selector to make it easy) but it works perfectly. It also does Bluetooth phone calls but since the radio handles that just fine I just set my phone to only pair to it for media streaming. What's nice is it'll also let you pause/resume and skip forward and back via the buttons on it so you don't even need to touch your phone once you've started streaming.

u/getchasomekid · 1 pointr/gadgets

By UE Boom 2, do you mean the UE MEGABOOM? If you paid $270 for the Boom 2, then you got ripped pretty hard.

I use the MEGABOOM at work in a warehouse, and that baby pumps out sound for it's size. It blows the BOOM/BOOM 2 clear out of the water. Easily the best effortlessly portable bluetooth speaker I've owned, and I've went through 4 different brands at work. It has the best sound quality:volume ratio of all four. It doesn't distort at max volume, and lasts a solid 3 hours at max volume in 35 degrees Fahrenheit (I work in a giant refrigerator. The cold nukes battery life.). I can still make out the music it's playing over the Tailgator that coworkers have.

If you can spare the space, go with the Tailgater. It lasts me all day at work (8 to 10 hours) at 75% volume and it will only lose 1 bar of battery out of 4, and it's surprisingly cheap for what it is. It will distort if you max out both your bluetooth device and the speaker itself, though. However, if you're looking for something portable with some low end, this will satisfy your needs. Oh, and it comes with a microphone. Never used it, but just pointing it out.

u/sudormdashrf · 1 pointr/Dodge

I would assume it would work with apple only. I have the Uconnect screen in my journey. The easiest way to ditch the aux cord would be to buy a USB bluetooth, plug bluetooth adapter into the USB port and plug the AUX cable into that or buy one of the FM adapters.

Something like this https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Receiver-Streaming-Portable-Wireless/dp/B076QF7FLZ

or something like this https://www.amazon.com/SmartCharge-Transmitter-Bluetooth-Receiver-Charger/dp/B0719SNR5N

I personally used a USB bluetooth one with the aux cable in my old E90 BMW cuz that had a 12V port inside the center console so it was easier to just plug that crap in there where I'd never have to touch it and just use the bluetooth that way haha.

u/nsgiad · 45 pointsr/myfriendwantstoknow

Your options depend on how much you're willing to spend, and how much you're willing to trust other people.

Sure you could pay someone, how much? No clue, but let's try some napkin math. It's roughly 1500 miles or about 42 hours (normal driving, uhauls are slow as shit so it'll likely be way longer than that) according to google. An hourly driver makes on average 20 bucks an hour, or 840 bucks, plus food, plus lodging plus flight back to texas (you don't expect them to drive through the night right?

But hourly for a job like this doesn't really work, per mile makes more sense. Truck drivers make .28-.40/mile (or there abouts) so you're looking at 420 to 600, plus lodging and meals and a flight back to texas.

Regardless of pay, you're trusting someone with all of your personal belongings and a car, over 1500 miles, and multiple days to not just take off with you stuff or some how bamboozle you. Hiring someone for something like this that isn't a close friend is something I could completely avoid

Shipping a car cost 750-1500ish (it really, really depends) and that price includes all the drivers costs. This also allows you and your SO to then drive the uhaul and towed car together while your other car makes it way too the east coast on a rig.

I haven't moved across the country in a long time, but renting a uhaul and a tow trailer for a trip like that is not cheap, which I'm sure you've already seen the quotes for, so hiring someone or shipping your car might put you out of your budget.

If you don't have a friend that will help for just airfare home, meals, and lodging (no pay for driving) then your most cost effective (and lowest risk) option to it to just suck it up and drive separately. Get a pair of two way radios These tend to have pretty good range as long as you mostly stay line of sight, plus you'll have your phones incase you get too far apart.

Set a route with checkpoints that if you're not in contact with each other, you stop until the other one arrives. Use some type of phone app to also monitor each other's location, this give redundancy incase you're out of cell service or a checkpoint gets missed. Have your nightly stops planned as well.

I might have some suggestions, but a lot of it comes down to why you don't want to drive apart, some reasons you can work around (like I did above) but others (medical issues, etc) might mean you need to plan more or up your moving budget.

Hope this gives you some ideas.

u/MrZwij · 3 pointsr/nova

Just found this sub and this is weirdly my first post. :)

I had one of those plug-in models and the plug wore out. I switched to this Bluetooth guy: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DDPUQTS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and it's awesome.

It's inching closer to $20 ($17.99) but it works great. And it has this deep voice that says "WAITING FOR PAIRING ... PAIRED" which I'm kind of attached to.

I use 106.3 as my station - works without interference almost everywhere.

u/Peacefulchaos6 · 1 pointr/buildapcforme

Hey man, thanks a lot for the input, I really appreciate it. Sorry about not answering all the questions. I do not have access to a microcenter store. I have picked out most of peripherals already. But I really like that mechanical keyboard definitely going to look it to that more. Also is overclocking worth it? What would I have to upgrade for my PC to handle it?

One other question I had is that I am thinking about buying a surround sound system for my TV. Since I only use my TV when connected to my computer I was wondering if it is possible to just hook it up to it and use the speakers for everything? I am looking at a Vizio Sound bar I am unsure how speakers work between computer and TV so I don'[t even know if this is possible.

u/nadmah10 · 1 pointr/cars

You're going to want to use a cassette adapter for best sound quality. You can also use an FM transmitter, but those will be wireless, and won't have good sound quality.
EDIT: this one looks pretty good.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000BUN79K?cache=e4826ce20be6b15addddf23b8e6c1550&pi=SX200_QL40&qid=1413171306&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1

u/RedditUserBrian · 1 pointr/OculusQuest

It looks like the best way to get Bluetooth support may be a small AptX capable transmitter. I found this one on Amazon that people are using for the Nintendo Switch :

https://www.amazon.com/TROND-Bluetooth-Transmitter-Headphones-Simultaneously/dp/B01B4W40VC/

I guess you would have to attach the transmitter to the Quest but it looks like the audio lag would be 30-40ms (instead of 200+ms)

edit - You would obviously need AptX compatible Bluetooth headphones. I don't believe any of the Airpod models support this.

u/Fubs261 · 2 pointsr/amateurradio

I was reading some of the questions on the the Baofeng Amazon page. Some were saying that although they could broadcast on FRS, it is considered illegal to because they are higher power than FRS? So, I am under the impression that the Baofeng isn't exactly a simple handheld to handheld option. Having the ability to listen in to local police/fire/EMS and other information has piqued my interest.

 

Would it be possible to have legal handheld to handheld communication like during caravans/convoys/general use for around 1 mile with the Baofeng? The more that I'm trying to look into it, the more it seems that If I want to listen in to the above and/or find other things to listen to, get the Baofeng, but I won't ever be able to use it to transmit. I'm under the impression that I would never be able to transmit because of this thread from 2 months ago on this sub. I see several posts saying that all the frequencies are in use and should never be transmitted on. How and what do you guys transmit then, if all frequencies are in use?

To meet my physical needs, I'd need to purchased something like the Midland GXT1000VP4

u/hipduf · 2 pointsr/Nikon

I use a Zoom H2:

https://www.amazon.ca/Zoom-H2N-H2n-Handy-Recorder/dp/B005CQ2ZY6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1492207444&sr=8-1&keywords=h2+zoom

You don't need to worry about microphone wires getting caught (although you can hook an external mic to the Zoom) and you can place it exactly where you want to get best sound. Provides stereo, surround or mono.

You will need to sync the sound with your video track in post, but that's simple with most any video editing software.

One of the best video tools I've bought.

u/donkeedong · 1 pointr/Games

It sounds like you really like Ringworld structures, have you ever read the book Ringworld? I would love an open world/sandbox game set in that universe

u/HobagWillis · 2 pointsr/houston

This is the one I have, it's actually $17. Just keep your radio on 88.1 or similar low frequency and it has a strong signal, works great. The first one I'd tried couldn't overpower static but this one works great.


Roav Anker, SmartCharge F0 FM Transmitter/Bluetooth Receiver/Car Charger
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GJ7DHMP

u/xtracto · 1 pointr/confession

The Sandisk Sansa Clip+ has good voice recording capabilities and is quite small.

Perfect for these tasks IMHO. It is also possible to install rockbox which might improve the recording capabilities...

u/Ipodk9 · 1 pointr/airsoft

Quick question, do you think I could use an over shoulder speaker/mic with this kind of radio? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001WMFYH4/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1K8GGN0TNB5LY&coliid=IFIHTVET24H0B&psc=1

If so, what kind of over the shoulder mic would you recommend? I want to be able to hear it and have good quality, but under 30 dollars would be nice as well.

u/jsight · 1 pointr/Nexus6P

For wireless, I really like these:
http://www.amazon.com/MEE-audio-Bluetooth-Wireless-Headphones/dp/B00DOP3NPW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1454101896&sr=8-1&keywords=af62

The sound quality is quite good, and they can be used wired as well if needed. Also, the battery life is ~20 hours of active use.

u/darkflash26 · 1 pointr/e46

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DDPUQTS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have this and have been nothing but completely satisfied. easy to use, makes changing songs possible without having to take out my phone, and is nice for calling people. not only is it bluetooth, it also has an aux cord as well you can use

u/DavidTennantsTeeth · 1 pointr/gadgets

Home Theater Installer here. The answer depends on what "kind" of system you want. Using my knowledge of the field, plus my consumer reports subscription I recommend the VIZIO S4251w-B4 5.1 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer and Satellite Speakers. It's true 5.1 surround sound and the audio quality is surprisingly good even though it's a Vizio product.

u/fucking212er · 1 pointr/BudgetAudiophile

If you are in the US, and have the Onkyo A9010, like I, then you cannot plug the Chromecast 2 into your Onkyo as it does not have an HDMI input, so you will need to either:

  • Have some sort of output from your TV to your receiver and use the Chromecast/TV as a "bridge" of sorts. This will require you have the TV on when streaming music,
  • Use something like the splitter to which you linked on Amazon,
  • Go the Raspberry Pi mentioned below,
  • Get a Chromecast Audio,
  • Some alternative network streamer like this,
  • If your PC has Bluetooth, then a Bluetooth adapter like this.

    There are probably other alternatives, but I don't know them.

    I have a Chromecast Audio and love it. If you can find one, that's what I would do.
u/meatmacho · 1 pointr/deals

Don't know what kind of setup you're looking for, but I was happy to pick up this Vizio 42" 5.1 sound bar with wireless bluetooth and surround speakers. I don't love that I have to settle for a sound bar, but this seems like a good deal on a quality set. With $10 prime discount, it ends up being $190+tax, which ain't bad. I'll know tomorrow if Costco has them in store for less (they were the same price online before it sold out).

u/Qasar30 · 1 pointr/Roku
  • Maybe you have a tablet? A lot of people do. If not, an inexpensive tablet dedicated to private listen might be a simple solution.
  • Skip Private Listening and try a Bluetooth Transmitter Adapter and headphones instead? [Submitted as an example, not an endorsement. I have never used this product.] Plug this into the TV and the sound could/should be received via her phone's Bluetooth capability.

    A drawback is Guest SSID functionality might not be as robust as your primary SSID's by design, depending on your router. But it is easy to set-up and start experimenting, though.

    I am not sure how Streaming Stick+ helps you. Maybe you mean the Ultra that comes with a headphone jack in the remote?
u/jazzyd38 · 3 pointsr/BuyItForLife

this,

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0719SNR5N/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

i bought this and i can honestly say its the best fm transmitter I've used. This is on the canadian amazon, but I'm sure its on the american one as well

u/Crab_Cake · 2 pointsr/sailing

You could get them a bluetooth wireless speaker, I heard this one once and it was excellent: http://www.amazon.com/UE-BOOM-Wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker/dp/B00CM0XHNS

They could take it with them, inside, on deck, the cockpit or bring it with them to the beach or on the dinghy. Might be a good gift.

u/bagsofsand · 1 pointr/iphone

Here is a good breakdown and comparison of car bluetooth kits from Wirecutter. They do a good job of weighing pros and cons, etc. for all kinds of stuff. They recommend the Anker SoundSync Drive and have some other pics as well depending on planned use.

u/devinh1122 · 1 pointr/airpods

This one works amazing with my Nintendo switch. They pair In like 5 seconds so I like it. Haven’t had to charge it in about 4 days. And it’s small. Cheers 😋
https://www.amazon.com/TROND-Bluetooth-Transmitter-Receiver-Simultaneously/dp/B01B4W40VC

u/Airazz · 11 pointsr/shutupandtakemymoney

So it's a standard bluetooth speaker? The only feature is that it can be mounted in a corner?

Bluetooth speakers (like the X-Mini) cost a lot less than $175 and still have amazing sound quality. A wired one is even cheaper and it's great, I've been using it for about two years now.

u/xaffinityx · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

An awesome water bottle would make me super happy if I was your employee.

Or one of these portable speakers so they can listen to music a bit louder while working out!

u/beardedwonder365 · 2 pointsr/gratefuldead

I have a UE mini boom. https://www.amazon.com/UE-MINI-Wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker/dp/B00E9YIFQ4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1468085337&sr=8-2&keywords=mini+boom

I put in my classic truck and play the Dead via iPhone. It has a battery life of aprox 8 hours. Found this out on my drive to SPAC for Dead&Co show. But I also have a cheap charger for it to use via my truck lighter.

I also use the mini poolside as I have just moved and have yet to set up my "system".

The mini works awesome. No issues. Had it for 1 year. Easy to use. The sounds is not audiophile. It sounds great in my all metal truck and sounds decent outside at my pool. Would not be good for entertaining.

No batteries needed and charges pretty quick.

u/TexturedSoyProtein · 2 pointsr/essential

There are a bunch of FM transmitters that are only a little bit bigger than a regular car charger, and have different higher powered USB ports on them that may work for you.

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This one is from Anker, it doesn't have any specific quick charge standard, but it does have "intelligent" USB ports. Usually these do a good job of keeping things topped up.

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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GJ7DHMP

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There are some other random ones with 2 USB ports and at least 1 of them is QC3.0:

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https://www.amazon.com/Transmitter-Ainope-Wireless-Bluetooth-Compatible/dp/B07DMHMRV5/

https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Transmitter-Hands-Free-Compatible-Electronics/dp/B0771M35KW/

https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-FM-Transmitter-Wireless-Adapter/dp/B07F2RTN5Z/

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And this one, the FM transmitter controls are on a gooseneck thing, but the second non-QC3.0 USB port is 2.4A, if you care about such things.

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https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Transmitter-Wireless-Display-Compatible/dp/B0761NJRQY/

u/thywayth · 2 pointsr/Guitar

I record everything with my zoom h2n. http://www.amazon.com/Zoom-H2N-H2n-Handy-Recorder/dp/B005CQ2ZY6 This is just to get my ideas on record, not to record an album. But the audio quality is great and you could use it to put out listenable tracks if you so desired.


It can record in stereo (two tracks), directional, or stereo with one track. Also it has a physical gain switch you can adjust while recording to get the right setting.

I use it to record both my guitar and voice. It can take a bit of fiddling to get the right mic placement to get a good balance of the vocals and guitar/amp but it's not that hard. Zoom also has a $100 recorder. There are cheaper ways to record like others have said. I used to record with my phone's mic.

u/big8accountant · 6 pointsr/iphone

Roav by Anker, SmartCharge F2 Bluetooth Receiver/FM Transmitter/Car Charger with Bluetooth 4.2, Car Locator, App Support, 2 USB Ports, PowerIQ, AUX Output, and USB Drive to Play MP3 Files https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0719SNR5N/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_DfkYDbZSM98B1

I’ve been using this one for 5 months and it’s had good quality and charges pretty quick with the USB ports

u/dubdad · 2 pointsr/HeadphoneAdvice

Try these out as well, my family likes them, great sq and battery life.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DOP3NPW

u/daedalus1115 · 1 pointr/airpods

FYI for anyone that finds this and has a similar question: I bought this and it works P E R F E C T L Y. I love that it can function as both a transmitter and receiver:

TROND 2-in-1 Bluetooth V4.1 Transmitter Receiver / Wireless 3.5mm Audio Adapter (aptX Low Latency for Both TX and RX, 2 Devices Simultaneously)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01B4W40VC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/Curmud6e0n · 2 pointsr/LifeProTips

Cheap is pretty relative. This was the cheap option I recommended to my much-wealthier-than-I father to resolve the problem. He loves it. (at the time, this was about $200)

VIZIO S4251w-B4 42-Inch 5.1 Channel Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer & Satellite Speakers (2013 Model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CDIK908/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_4WivxbFPZH0MV

This is what I have, and it works great. (at the time this was $100)

Yamaha ATS-1010BL Factory Refurbished Front Surround System https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0077HED8O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_4YivxbT95KZTB

Really, anything 5.1 will be a big improvement, if it allows you customize volume by channel/ speaker, your even better off.

I'm not going to rival a movie theater with this, and the virtual surround isn't great, but I can watch action movies with my daughter sleeping in the other room, and still hear all the dialogue without riding the volume controls the whole time.

u/luminousfleshgiant · 3 pointsr/Android

Mine doesn't either. I bought this one last year and it works well. It supports apt-x which was the best you could do for quality and latency at the time.

u/SashasFather · 6 pointsr/Android

Not DIY as it is plug and play but the Vizio 5.1 soundbar has wireless subwoofer and the surround speakers hook up to the sub. It makes such an easy solution and the built in Bluetooth couldn't be easier to set up.

Amazon link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00CDIK908?pc_redir=1406266693&robot_redir=1

VIZIO 42" 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar Unboxing: http://youtu.be/0K_6c7dV5po

They were on sale at Sam's Club last year for a bit cheaper.

u/MSUicetrucker · 1 pointr/boating

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00SNBCBGE/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1452288452&sr=8-2&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=block+rocker+bluetooth&dpPl=1&dpID=417HTnvV6cL&ref=plSrch

I'd highly recommend this unit as a Bluetooth speaker. It gets really loud, lasts for about 80 hours, has AM/FM/AUX, and charging capabilities. The price is right and quality is good. Ion makes a couple other units, the Jobsite rocker is really nice too.

u/OneCello · 1 pointr/Cello

these comments are harsh. never ever look for positive feedback on reddit.
as far as the vocalist, its not necessarily bad, I just dont really care for that style of music. But I could see some people really digging it. Also, a lot of clarity is lost because of whatever terrible thing you used to record. for the small amount of people you have in your group, I really suggest buying a [zoom portable recorder] (http://www.amazon.com/Zoom-H2-Portable-Stereo-Recorder/dp/B000VBH2IG/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1330587688&sr=8-11) these things are so incredible, and sound like sex. best of luck.

u/macbooklover91 · 1 pointr/DIY

Yeah, probably your best bet if you were going to buy instead of diy would be:

Anker 20W Premium Stereo Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Dual 10W Drivers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0107WH8Q4/

Doesn’t come with a corgi or cool carrying strap though....

u/fernly · 1 pointr/prius

Yeah my 2012 has this amazingly inconvenient USB plug in the bottom front wall inside the console. You cannot see it, only feel it. When I can get my iPod Nano plugged in to it it does show up on the audio and I can browse and select any playlists or album titles. Podcasts and audio books show up as "albums".

But however, an older model with the cheap stereo option might have a cassette player, and if so, a cassette adapter like this works fine. Actually, it works better because you control the audio with the ipod or iphone screen.

u/MartianMonstar · 1 pointr/amazon

Are you looking for a pair? Bluetooth? Portable?

If you're looking for a simple, standalone bluetooth, I highly recommend this one, I've been very happy with it: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0107WH8Q4/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/churnopol · 2 pointsr/gadgets

One of my DJs has two iMics and I have two iMics. I'm testing them right now on his Windows 7 laptop. The laptop has only two poorly powered USB ports.

I have 4 old X-mini II Capsule speakers (you can get them cheaper on ebay)

Their internal batteries have been dead for months and are being charged by a 4 port usb wall charger. I have to use a wall charger because my USB hub has only 4 ports and they're occupied by the iMics. For their size they can get pretty loud.

The usb hub is this cheap one I got a Rite-Aid. There's enough to power all iMics, but I'm using a USB splitter cable just incase.

I have 4 speakers plugged into 4 seperate iMics which is plugged into one windows 7 laptop. This setup does work. I'm using iTunes and changing the sound drivers and hearing music from different speakers. On this laptop the DJ uses Torq, in the audio preferences I can preview an mp3 on one iMic while the current song is playing through another.

On my mac I can use 4 iMics with garage band (as an output only). The DJ software I use is Megaseg, I can play an mp3 on each of the speakers at the same time if I tweak with the settings enough.

TL;DR
Four iMics work. Save some $$$. Get iMics

u/Fhel · 3 pointsr/scifi

I dunno if these will float your boat but you can try:

Traitor - Amazing standalone book set in the starwars universe

Ender's saga - Philosphy, strategy

Dune series - Abstract philosophy, higher concepts

Ringworld - Haven't read it but I've heard it's worth a go. I'm going to start it as soon as I finish the bloody Sword of Truth series.

Hitchhikers - Need I explain?

u/gurnec · 2 pointsr/Steam_Link

You could buy a separate Bluetooth audio transmitter (connected to your TV's audio out) which has support for pairing to two headsets simultaneously, such as one or two. If your headphones support AptX Low Latency, you may want to spend a bit more on something that supports dual pairing and LL at the same time like this one (most with LL can only enable it when a single headphone is paired).

u/gizmoalex · 1 pointr/Android

Roav makes a really good bt adapter that also does some other cool things. Anker Roav SmartCharge F0 Bluetooth FM Transmitter for Car, Audio Adapter and Receiver, Hands-Free Calling, MP3 Car Charger with 2 USB Ports, PowerIQ, and AUX Output (No Dedicated App) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GJ7DHMP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TxyDDbE5H5M90

u/rare_pig · 2 pointsr/GalaxyS7

Fm Bluetooth transmitter is the way to go and much more seamless. No need to fumble with cords at all and it reconnects every time you start the car. The sound is fantastic too. Some sound tinny but this one sounds great:

https://www.amazon.com/VicTsing-Bluetooth-Transmitter-Wireless-Adapter/dp/B01DDPUQTS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1486689446&sr=8-2&keywords=B019BZ1XZ0%7CB01DDPUQTS%7CB01K7OHDKS

u/515615 · 2 pointsr/Audi

I have this Roav in one of our older pre-boothcars and it works surprisingly well. Don't know if you are interested in an FM Transmitter option, but it is cheap and easy.

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https://www.amazon.com/SmartCharge-Bluetooth-Receiver-Transmitter-Charger/dp/B0719SNR5N/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1542571437&sr=8-5&keywords=roav+anker

u/dbzogre · 2 pointsr/audible

I have used alot of FM to bluetooth transmitters.
I love this one.

Roav SmartCharge F0, by Anker, Bluetooth FM Transmitter, Receiver, Car Charger with Bluetooth 4.2, 2 USB Ports, PowerIQ, and AUX Output (No Dedicated App) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GJ7DHMP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Z3ExCbJEYBTS2

u/tielknight · 4 pointsr/buildapcsales

You do know that those kinda of clearances are completely centered around that one single store 99.9% of the time right?

If you insist on throwing money at a bluetooth speaker look into something like the UE Boom https://www.amazon.com/UE-BOOM-Wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker/dp/B00CM0XHNS

Or the Fugoo https://www.amazon.com/FUGOO-Style-Bluetooth-Built--Speakerphone/dp/B00IBJ3MWU


If you want something more reasonably priced look at something like the UE Boom Mini https://www.amazon.com/MINI-BOOM-Wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker/dp/B00Y3DH4J0

Or the Creative Muvo Mini https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Pocket-Sized-Resistant-Bluetooth-Delivers/dp/B00LW1WX56

u/Scriptgeeky · 1 pointr/AskBattlestations

I'll just leave this right here

Edit: I have just the entry level sound bar and I love it! Will eventually upgrade to that nicer one.

u/motohop · 2 pointsr/motorcycles

If you decided to go this route..

Wire up this guy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZGDYG7Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BqbXCbJPFDVW2

Add this guy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GJ7DHMP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_rsbXCbTDX7V4B

Probably waterproof the whole thing up a bit, and stuff it somewhere safe.

But definitely confirm the FM solution works first. The manual seems to indicate that, but I haven’t personally tested/confirmed that FM sharing still allows communication.

u/obi_wan_keblowme · 1 pointr/Dodge

Keep the radio as is and get one of these, much cheaper and easier solution.

Anker Roav SmartCharge F0 Bluetooth FM Transmitter for Car, Audio Adapter and Receiver, Hands-Free Calling, MP3 Car Charger with 2 USB Ports, PowerIQ, and AUX Output (No Dedicated App)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GJ7DHMP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FTgRDbGWNAB3G

u/IHateTomatoes · 1 pointr/Coachella

I really like my UE Megaboom but its $250. The UE Boom is only $129 though. These have the added bonus that you can pair multiple Booms up together if you want to add on when you have more money down the road.

u/Tonalization · 2 pointsr/violinist

Have been using the same Zoom H2 to record myself for 4 years. LOVE it. Reviews are stellar as well. http://www.amazon.com/Zoom-H2-Portable-Stereo-Recorder/dp/B000VBH2IG

u/Qazimoka · 0 pointsr/electronic_circuits

Most simple solution: casette to 3.5mm adapter.

https://www.amazon.ca/INSTEN-Universal-Cassette-Adapter-Smartphones/dp/B00CRBA9D8
or
https://www.amazon.com/INSTEN-Universal-Cassette-Adapter-Smartphones/dp/B00CRBA9D8

Just look it up, there are so many and they are so cheap. I use a different one in my car and it works wonders.

I combined mine with this: https://www.amazon.ca/SmartCharge-Bluetooth-Receiver-Transmitter-Charger/dp/B0719SNR5N

It has an aux in port, giving me bluetooth in my car.

Edit: Sometimes/most of the time, the solution has already been engineered for you. I see you put alot of work into the research, which will be handy in the future. However, I would say that you should spend more time researching potential or existing solutions.

u/thestamp · 1 pointr/WeAreTheMusicMakers

the best option is the zoom h2n. 4 condensor mics recording to 4 channel audio or surround mp3, supports 96khz direct to sd card, and is battery operated with onscreen levels.

Hell, you can plug it direct to your pc from a sound booth to you daw.

For an amateur wanting decent quality sound on the cheap, you get a real great portable package.
Only $159 on amazon

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005CQ2ZY6?pc_redir=T1

u/nolookz · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

I got the MEE audio Matrix2 Bluetooth Wireless headphones in March of this year, and have been quite happy with them at the gym. They charge using micro-USB, and last the couple of hours at full blast during my workout (they last longer, but I rarely need them for longer than that). I've used them both wired (no power necessary) and wireless using Bluetooth. They will even connect to both my computer and phone at the same time over Bluetooth. And the microphone isn't too bad for when I get a call as long as I'm able to speak normally.

Is it BIFL? Can't say for sure yet, but they are not too pricey, and if you don't mind over the ear headphones, they are a good buy.

u/boostnma · 1 pointr/hometheater

This got great reviews
http://www.amazon.com/VIZIO-S4251w-B4-Soundbar-Subwoofer-Satellite/dp/B00CDIK908

Post some pics of your room we might be able to help.