I'm interested in sampling with hardware. What are some good entry-level samplers with decent sequencers? What are some low-end options for a limited budget? What older models might be worth it for the price? [more inside]
posted on Aug 7, 2008 - 3 answers

I am looking for vendor sources to purchase used optical network transport equipment (OC-12/OC-48 generation) and spare parts. [more inside]
posted on Jun 13, 2008 - 1 answers

How do I sell a piece of medical equipment to the chiropractic/wellness market? [more inside]
posted on May 13, 2008 - 5 answers

Children's backyard play structure filter: recommendations wanted. [more inside]
posted on May 3, 2008 - 7 answers

Where can I shop for racquetball racquets in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area? [more inside]
posted on Apr 19, 2008 - 1 answers

I'm an electrical engineering student/hobbyist looking to buy an oscilloscope. I'd like to spend around $200 ($300 max, probes/shipping included). What should I look for, and where? [more inside]
posted on Apr 16, 2008 - 10 answers

What is the name of that antique metal disc that doctors used to wear on their foreheads? AnitanitaBoyfriend just shared that doctors used to use it to hear heartbeats by pressing the disc against the chest. But he doesn't know the name. My googlefu is not strong enough, so I turn to the collective wisdom of the group..... Thanks Guys!
posted on Apr 9, 2008 - 7 answers

What can I do with a bunch of cool fibre-opticy Illumina Sentrix Array Matrixes? [more inside]
posted on Feb 21, 2008 - 3 answers

A friend of mine is trying to sell a piece of scientific equipment online (a UVB sensor and radiometer that is brand new but not returnable; over $2000 retail). Other than eBay, craigslist, or some random Google result, can anyone vouch for a website people use to buy and sell stuff like this?
posted on Jan 9, 2008 - 7 answers

BackpackingFilter: What items are must-takes for South East Asia (or generally)? [more inside]
posted on Nov 28, 2007 - 40 answers

Does a crockpot really improve the flavor of the food or make your life easier? [more inside]
posted on Nov 11, 2007 - 37 answers

I just bought a Brother P-Touch automatic labeler. How do I get it to stop printing a a long margin before the text begins? The "margin" setting seems to only control the right margin (i.e. after the text), not the left margin.
posted on Nov 6, 2007 - 10 answers

NFLter: Is there a science to face masks? [more inside]
posted on Oct 15, 2007 - 11 answers

Help needed, designing an AV facility for the future. [more inside]
posted on Oct 7, 2007 - 6 answers

What can an extremely novice, woman rugby player do during the off season to improve her skills? [more inside]
posted on Oct 5, 2007 - 5 answers

Simple (free?) system/software for equipment reservations and checking out? [more inside]
posted on Oct 2, 2007 - 4 answers

Am I going to have any trouble carrying my bike helmet on an airplane? [more inside]
posted on Sep 13, 2007 - 7 answers

What's going on in these strange circular regions (pictured here) in Christmas Valley, OR? My guess: Some kind of circular crop field, with a big rotating arm that does tilling/harvesting. If my guess is right, what kind of farm equipment is that and where can I learn more about it? If my guess is wrong, what is it?
posted on Sep 12, 2007 - 11 answers

indiefilmfilter: recommend a good place to rent film equipment next week in toronto? [more inside]
posted on Aug 31, 2007 - 1 answers

What's minimal but sufficient equipment for a home gym? [more inside]
posted on Mar 16, 2007 - 24 answers

Recommendations for a digital multitrack recorder? [more inside]
posted on Mar 14, 2007 - 11 answers

I want to sell my old 35mm camera equipment. Where's the best place to sell it online? (not ebay!). I'm based in London. [more inside]
posted on Feb 15, 2007 - 18 answers

Help me choose between two similarly priced home elliptical machines (1, 2). [more inside]
posted on Feb 2, 2007 - 7 answers

I need new snowboard, boots, and bindings, but I'm not sure what to look for or how much I should be spending. [more inside]
posted on Nov 14, 2006 - 4 answers

Londonfilter: Just landed with a chef's knife and need to locate goods. [more inside]
posted on Oct 16, 2006 - 18 answers

I'm looking for a website that has an excellent technical understanding of the technology in outdoor gear and technical fabrics. Like a dpreview.com or dansdata.com but for mountaineering etc. [more inside]
posted on Oct 14, 2006 - 6 answers

How can I try out a Filco Majestouch keyboard? Inspired by an earlier question today, I looked it up on the web, but most of what I could find was Japan-centered. Any ideas about how I could find one to try, or even to order? I'm in the US (Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina).
posted on Sep 16, 2006 - 4 answers

I need to sell our catering company's equipment and get someone to take over our lease. What's the best way to do this? [more inside]
posted on Aug 3, 2006 - 3 answers

Help me be the coolest camper on the block...er field. [more inside]
posted on Jul 17, 2006 - 33 answers

Help me find this particular brand of square "free weights." [more inside]
posted on Apr 26, 2006 - 4 answers

which headlamp? any suggestions? seems like having a few of these could come in handy. which is best for the price?
posted on Feb 9, 2006 - 12 answers

What is the absolute cheapest, simplest, lowest-to-the-ground, home audio recording system I can set up? [more inside]
posted on Feb 6, 2006 - 13 answers

I'm after a new rackmounted effects unit for my live PA. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted on Jan 14, 2006 - 3 answers

Have stationary bikes fallen out of favor? [more inside]
posted on Dec 1, 2005 - 20 answers

With a lot of sports and activities, beginners rent equipment while regulars own their own. In which ones does this make a big difference in the experience? And where does it not matter?
posted on Nov 23, 2005 - 21 answers

I want to buy an elliptical machine. What types of things should I be looking for when buying? [more inside]
posted on Nov 21, 2005 - 6 answers

Does anyone know of a resource for buying older medical equipment for export to Africa? [more inside]
posted on Aug 25, 2005 - 3 answers

Can I record LPs onto CDs by hooking up my PC to my stereo? I have a stereo, I have a PC with CD drive. I don't have a CD burner. Being a big fat cheapskate, I'm wondering if there's a way to record my LPs onto CD without buying yet another stereo component.
posted on Aug 1, 2005 - 12 answers

My not-for-profit theatre company (run by me and grumblebee) wants to start producing audio dramas and releasing them as podcasts (and maybe on CDs). We have a limited budget (under $1000). What recording equipment should we buy for good quality sound? [more inside]
posted on Jul 13, 2005 - 24 answers

My son just finished massage therapy school, and we'd like to buy him a massage table. [more inside]
posted on Jun 20, 2005 - 4 answers

Photographers and videographers: How are you insuring your gear? I've started to look into insurance for my recently-acquired DSLR, and I'm having trouble finding insurers that cover photo equipment, particularly equipment that goes to other countries with me. [more inside]
posted on Mar 14, 2005 - 3 answers

ProAudio Filter: I'm looking to purchase the new portable Marantz CF recorder. What's the best online retailer for this kind of gear? There are so many to choose from that it's hard to decide.
posted on Mar 4, 2005 - 6 answers

Where can i buy/rent a big money wheel (like an upright roulette wheel with black and white areas) like in casinos? NY area a plus.
posted on Feb 22, 2005 - 10 answers

I want to bootleg concerts that I attend so I can listen to them later. Can anyone here recommend a good set up for recording concerts in small venues? I have an iPod, and was thinking of using the Griffin iTalk to do the actual recording. Has anyone tried this particular setup before?
posted on Feb 15, 2005 - 16 answers

GuitarTechFilter: I have purchased some replacement pickups (humbuckers) for an old Les Paul. Rather than paying the $60-80 bench time to have the local music shop do it, I was considering doing it myself. In order to do this, what kind of soldering gun do I need? Any particular gauge/weight of solder? What else do I need in terms of equipment to pull this off?
posted on Feb 14, 2005 - 12 answers

I want to gain more muscle mass and strength. I don't want to look like a bodybuilder, but I do want to look very fit. (I'm a male nearing 40.) My problem is, I don't have a good gym nearby and I live in a small apartment. I don't have room for a free weight system. Can one build the sort of body that I want without weights or a machine, simply by doing exercises (pushups, etc.)? How reasonable is that approach? If that won't work, what sort of machine should I buy that doesn't take up much real-estate space and is pleasing to the eye. (I've looked into these, but they only go up to 52lbs. Is that enough?)
posted on Feb 11, 2005 - 20 answers

I've got a Canon Digital Rebel. I'm interested in upgrading the EF-S 18-55mm zoom lens it came with to something a little more professional. Has anyone done this?
posted on Dec 17, 2004 - 14 answers

Urban rollerblading: I've just taken up rollerblading again, after an absence of some years. It's coming back pretty well, but I have some best practices-type questions.
posted on Aug 30, 2004 - 4 answers

I've suddenly decided that I am on the verge of diving headfirst into the murky waters of medium format photography. Any of you have any favourite cameras? Favourite brands? Favourite filmstocks? Rest assured, I will not be shooting weddings or yearbook portraits.
posted on Aug 15, 2004 - 22 answers

The new network Friday challenge: I need to set up a network for my new place and I wanted to do it with my available stuff. How close can I come? More inside.
posted on May 28, 2004 - 16 answers