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The Peterson Library's Interlibrary Loan (ILL) service allows us to supplement our resources by obtaining material from other libraries for you. As a member of the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) consortium, we have borrowing and lending arrangements with thousands of libraries worldwide. The materials you request should be related to UNH coursework or research. We submit your orders and process incoming deliveries the same day we receive them, and we encourage you to take advantage of this convenient service.
ILL request forms are available at the library Information Desk, and online from the library's web site. You should complete a separate ILL request form for each book or article requested. Bibliographic citations should be as accurate and complete as possible. Incorrect or incomplete information, such as abbreviations or lack of a publication date, will slow down receipt of material.
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All University of New Haven faculty, staff and currently enrolled students may request material through the ILL service. (This includes those students currently enrolled at UNH/SE and other UNH satellite campuses.) Alumni can request ILLs for a $5.00 fee per item to help defray processing costs. Patrons not currently affiliated with the University are not eligible (i.e., high school students, courtesy card owners).
Books, music, government documents, some audiovisual materials, technical reports and some microform materials can be borrowed. Photocopies of non-circulating materials, such as articles from periodicals, can be requested in accordance with copyright laws. Items lost or missing from the UNH Library can also be obtained.
In accordance with the National Interlibrary Loan Code, the following materials may not be borrowed from other libraries: books owned by the Peterson Library but temporarily in use and whole issues of periodicals. It is the Peterson Library's policy not to order course textbooks. We can attempt to procure audiovisual materials and dissertations for patrons, but these requests are sometimes unfilled, as it is often difficult to find libraries willing to lend these materials.
In an effort to be fair to all patrons, the UNH Library reserves the right to limit the number of requests placed by an individual at one time. We may also refuse to borrow for anyone who is late in returning ILL materials, anyone who abuses the privilege, or anyone who returns ILL material in damaged condition. It is of paramount importance that we maintain excellent relations with our lending libraries, so that we can continue to borrow materials and remain an OCLC member in good standing.
Requests for books and AV materials usually take 1-2 weeks to be filled because the items need to be mailed. However, the time it takes to obtain material varies, depending on the nature and location of the materials sought. Requests for articles can be filled faster (often within 2-5 days), since these items can often be faxed or sent electronically. Keep in mind that while we make requests for our patrons the same day we receive them, fulfillment of these requests is dependent on the lending library's response.
A list of journal titles requested by the UNH Library will be kept by library staff for each calendar year. The "Rule of Five" has to be observed: a library can request no more than five articles from a single title less than five years old during a single calendar year. Once the quota has been reached, no more such requests from that journal can be processed for the rest of the year.
The Interlibrary Loan Department makes every attempt to deal with lenders who do not charge fees. However, sometimes a patron orders something that is available only at a library that charges fees. When the lending library requires a transaction fee or charges for photocopying, the patron is responsible for these charges. A check made out to the lending library has to be submitted to UNH's ILL department before any material can be picked up. (All such fees must be paid at the time of the request. The fee is payable by check or in cash at the Circulation Desk.)
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Any material borrowed through Interlibrary Loan (except photocopies) must be returned to the Peterson Library's Circulation Desk.
You as the borrower are responsible for any damage to or loss of ILL materials that you have checked out. Your ILL borrowing privileges will be restricted by the Peterson Library until you pay the lending library for the loss or damage. The fine will be set by the lending library and you can make your payment through the Peterson Library.
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Face Punches vs. Scoring Punch
Jeff Veillette
May 03 2013 12:38PM
The Toronto Maple Leafs practiced today, with new lines. Lupul-Bozak-Kessel is back together, Jake Gardiner may actually play, and a bit more shuffling went down too. But here's something that bugs me.
Colton Orr appears to be in tomorrow's lineup, skating on line three. Matt Frattin isn't. This, at least in my eyes, is a terrible idea.
My initial evidence for this being bad goes to last season, when both of them were on the Toronto Marlies for their Calder Cup Finals run.
Lets talk about Frattin:
- Frattin played in 13 games during that run, missing the Finals sweep by Norfolk due to an injury suffered while crashing the net to score his 10th goal of the playoffs, which lead the team and AHL.
- He also finished second on the Marlies in points, sixth in the AHL. All of this in his first ever pro playoff run.
- To go with this (anecdotal evidence because the AHL doesn't track anything other than the most basic of stats), Frattin was no stranger to throwing hits and playing physical hockey over the course of the playoffs. High intensity late season hockey, exactly what you want out of a guy beyond April. He'll be the first to tell you those are the type of games he lives for.
- Frattin's potential usage would involve giving the third line an extra offensively capable player to develop a scoring chance with, one with a heavy, accurate shot that can capitalize from more positions than most if a scoring chance arises. Away from the puck, he's got a bit of defensive capability and can finish checks.
Now, lets talk about Orr:
- Orr was healthy and available for all 17 games of last year's playoff run. He played in 8 of them, being scratched for the other 9. That number may be more lopsided if Frattin didn't get hurt, seeing as Orr played all four games in the finals.
- The Marlies were involved in just four fights the entire playoffs, two of them in the same game. The fighters? Colton Orr (Round 2, Game 4), Will Acton (Round 3, Game 2), Korbinian Holzer (Round 3, Game 2), and Mark Fraser (Round 4, Game 1). Clearly, fights weren't incredibly necessary.
- Orr's fight came with two seconds left in a 3-1 game that the Marlies were winning.
- He also took two minor penalties, was a -2, and took 8 shots over the course of the playoffs, scoring zero points.
So, what we see from a successful playoff team from just a year ago, is that Frattin is a viable option for offense and physical presence, while Colton Orr isn't worth playing for half the games, and when he does, he contributes nothing offensively and barely fights.
After all, we're talking about the playoffs; where fight frequency drops by over a third, and the fights that do happen go from "goon vs. goon agreed to at the draw" to "you just made my teammate bleed, you must pay". So why do you need a staged fight based enforcer?
It would be one thing if the Leafs had nobody to step in for reactionary scraps. But guys like Mark Fraser, and if desperate, Dion Phaneuf, can do just that. Half this team has dropped the gloves when need be, so while it isn't in their hopes, they can stand up for themselves in a time of need.
It would be one thing if Orr in any way intimidated the Bruins. But he doesn't - they see no need to fight him. It doesn't prove a point for them, and lets be honest, their fighters are all much more talented than he is, and recognize that the best favour they can do their team is not go to the box with him for five minutes. Will Orr's presence stop Milan Lucic? No way. They could make for a good scrap, but Lucic isn't dumb enough to swing back and leave his team without his hockey playing ability for five minutes while the Leafs put on an actual player.
The same goes for Shawn Thornton, Adam McQuaid, Gregory Campbell, Zdeno Chara, Nathan Horton, or the other tougher Bruins players. Intimidating the Boston Bruins by wanting to punch them in the face will not work. If you want to use physicality, hitting is more effective, and Frattin does that. But really, the only way to intimidate them is to take offensive control, and make Tuukka Rask feel the pressure. An enforcer doesn't do that. A sharpshooter does. Matt Frattin fits that description much more than Colton Orr.
While toughness helped the Bruins win the Stanley Cup in 2011, it wasn't toughness by goonery, rather toughness coming from already talented players. Which they had a lot of. Realistically, the biggest factor was having multiple lines capable of scoring goals, so they could capitalize on teams once they had to put out a weaker defensive pairing.
If there's any "beat Boston at their own game" strategies to use, it's that one. But as long as the Leafs are playing enforcers on their third line instead of trying to score, Randy Carlyle will remain confused as to why Zdeno Chara only goes out when Phil Kessel is on the ice, and why the Bruins don't really care about who faces the bottom six.
I guess what I'm saying is; Frattin can give the Leafs another scoring option when the top six is being shut down. Orr skates around the ice getting rejected by potential fight opponents because there's no benefit for them to face him. We have a glaring, recent case study of these two being in and out of a playoff lineup. But, at least for now, Randy Carlyle will ride the enforcers win championships mantra off into the sunset.
The Leafs and Bruins face off in Game 2 tomorrow night, in Boston, at 7PM.
The constant gripe with Orr and McLaren is exhausting. We get it. Move on to another subject, or cheer for another team.
May 03 2013, 01:34PM
The constant gripe with Orr and McLaren is exhausting. We get it. Move on to another subject, or cheer for another team.
The constant griping about the valid criticisms about Orr and McLaren is exhausting. We get it. They're your heroes. Move on to another complaint or go read another website.
May 03 2013, 01:40PM
The constant gripe with Orr and McLaren is exhausting. We get it. Move on to another subject, or cheer for another team.
Why move on to another subject when this one is still a problem?
You may note that since Korbinian Holzer and Mike Komisarek left to the AHL we've shut up about them.
May 03 2013, 01:46PM
The constant gripe with Orr and McLaren is exhausting. We get it. Move on to another subject, or cheer for another team.
Honestly if you want to see face punchers in action there's Boxing and UFC. Go watch another sport.
i think that Frattin should be in the lineup and so should Frzaer Mclaren, hes really good at forechecking and last i heard he got a goal against boston
How about giving Orr credit for what he does just one time. The guy gives it his all and does what he should. Stop making him sound like a plug when he contributes things that stats can't measure. There is a reason that every top scorer in every league doesn't make the NHL. It's not just about stats. It's about much more than that.
May 03 2013, 07:45PM
How about giving Orr credit for what he does just one time. The guy gives it his all and does what he should. Stop making him sound like a plug when he contributes things that stats can't measure. There is a reason that every top scorer in every league doesn't make the NHL. It's not just about stats. It's about much more than that.
These aren't kids anymore. "Trying his best" is no longer the criteria...
You are right they aren't kids. They are paid athletes and it sure is nice to see one put the effort in for the money he is getting paid unlike many other players.
I know he doesn't score many goals, he has hands of lead and his skating is sub par. I say this so you know I'm not gonna make him seem like a super star.
What he does do is his job. He throws hits, he gets in faces and gets in scrums because that is his job. He doesn't need to intimidate every player in the league. He intimidates some and shows the ones who aren't intimidated that he won't back down.
I'm most certain that every leaf sees value in having him in the line up. I understand why Carlyle keeps him in the line up. I hope that you can at least understand it. You don't have to agree with it but I hope you at least understand his purpose and can give Orr credit where credit is due.
Interesting let compare AHL stats that really have no meaning in NHL hockey whatsoever.
Now lets look at play-off experience Orr 4 years of being in playoffs no accounting for experience in playoffs considering he would know what it takes in the playoffs to get the job done. I am not saying play Orr over Frattin but I would rather have Orr in the game for his knowledge, leadership, experience and the ability to step in if need be. There seems to be a belief that Orr has no skill and he really is not much help. Well I wonder did people even watch that last game was it the 4th line having problems getting off the ice for a line change? Was it the enforcers who were responsible for goals? To fix this you say sit the only ones who seem to be effective at all and maintaining the system and apply pressure. For younger inexperienced more talented players who will more then lucky end up doing the same thing as the Kadri line this is hockey knowledge for you. Fill the line-up with no leadership, and no playoff experience and expect to win? That wont happen you play the younger players and older experienced players to get some mix in playoff experience so they will be ready for next time and if you manage to get a few wins and able to play them more. If you scrape out a series win you repeat the same process in the next series. Yes you go wanting to win but not disappointed that it didn't happen the players are to inexperienced and really weren't ready to go deep into playoffs anyways.
If there was going to be fight in the playoffs, it should have happened in the Ottawa game last night. McLean even put Kassian in, what did he do? No fights, and took a dumb penalty in the third when they needed some offence to get back in the game. I'm no pacifist but the Bruins have more skill than the Leafs do. The leafs have more skill available in Fratten, Gardner, and Jumbo Joe. We can't beat Boston at their game, we have to play to our strengths, like speed, short passes (to a teammate)and shots on goal. Simple, Randy doesn't have the skill he had in 07 to compensate for for a goon taking the odd dumb penalty.
The Leafs should be playing guys who can get the puck out of their own end while maintaining possession. No one is going to fight Orr or McLaren, and they didn't seem able to dissuade the Bruins from trying to kill Grabovski, or dish out punishment in return. Glad to see Gardiner back in.
May 04 2013, 02:14PM
I think they should take MClaren out and put in Frattin. As far as Orr goes they should 100% leave him in. AHL stats mean nothing, this is the NHL, whole new league. So let's look at some stats from Wednesday nights NHL playoff game. After JVR, Orr was 2ND in shots on the team, albeit tied for second, he had more scoring opportunities that game than Kessel, MacArthur, Kulemin, Bozak, and Kadri. He was 3rd on the team in hits, and the only forward who had more than him was Kulemin. I would much rather leave a guy like Orr in, who proved last game he's willing to put in the effort to do what a bottom 6 forward has to do, than a guy who did well in last years AHL playoffs. That being said McLaren had a bad game, so I think they should yank him from the line and put Frattin in for the extra scoring ability.
May 04 2013, 03:56PM
Why the hell should they leave Mclaren and/or Orr in the lineup. Here's some data for you for anyone who thinks either of those goons belong on the team.
Courtesy of Behind the net, Mclaren has faced the worst quality of competition on the team this season with Relative Corsi QoC of -2.141. He also has the greatest percentage of Ozone starts at 55.4%. Orr is no better. His Relative Corsi QoC is -1.794, and has the second highest Ozone percentage at 50.3%. They play the most sheltered minutes on the team and have awful Rel Corsi numbers (-14.1 for Mclaren and -10.8 for Orr).
O, and Orr takes 2.6 more penalties per 60 minutes then he draws, and Mclaren takes .9 more penalties per 60 minutes then he draws.
Other than those stats their Great!!!!!

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Evening Headshots: February 6th
Thomas Drance
February 06 2013 05:34PM
Luongo Tebowing after shootout wins is the only good thing about shootouts.
Brad Ziemer talks to Canucks skaters about adjusting to life on the road without their old roommates (the newly agreed upon CBA stipulates that players get their own rooms unless they're on an entry-level deal). Come for the cute stories, stay for the Kevin Bieksa/Ryan Kesler Burt and Ernie photoshop. [The Vancouver Sun]
Tony Gallagher talks about the importance of having Ryan Kesler return only when he's in full health, and is physically able to be the player that he was in 2011. Obviously Tony is completely right, but let's not buy in whole hog on the "Ryan Kesler in 2012 was chopped liver" narrative. Kesler was still one of the games better two-way players, even towards the end of the season when he was rather clearly inhibited by an injured shoulder. [The Province]
Also Ben Kuzma gets an update on Ryan Kesler's injury status from the man himself. Money quote:
"The wrist gets achy once in a while, but nothing out of the ordinary. The shoulder is the biggest thing. I have to make sure it's 100 per cent and the range of motion is there, but strength isn't there at all. Once we get home, I'm really going to hammer that and take it day by day."
Is there anything professional hockey players don't take day-by-day? Anyway, it doesn't quite sound like Kesler is all that close but I still wouldn't be shocked if he was back in the lineup by Saturday. [The White Towel]
By the way, in case anyone cares, Cory Schneider will get the start on Thursday night against the Minnesota Wild. Anybody? Helllo!! [Twitter]
Harrison Mooney digs up a video of Zack Kassian plugging five dollar footlongs for Subway back in his Windsor Spitfire days. So wait, you're telling me that Zack Kassian can't act? Cue up the Todd Bertuzzi comparisons. [Pass it to Bulis]
Pivotting off of Roberto Luongo's overtime save of a Taylor Hall penalty shot in Monday night's game, Cam Charron throws a wetblanket on over-time penalty shots, and argues that coaches ought to be able to opt for a two minutes four-on-three power-play in that situation. [Legion of Blog]
Our pals over at Canucks Hockey Blog are giving away two tickets to an event at which you (yes you) could skate with the Canucks. [CanucksHockeyBlog]
Jim Jamieson profiles Mississauga's Steve Pinizzotto, who is almost healthy again. If he can finally wrestle off fate, who doesn't seem to want him to make his NHL debut, he might be able to get into the Canucks lineup. I tend to think that Pinizzotto is every bit as capable of playing eight minutes a night, bugging opponents and finishing his checks as Aaron Volpatti is. [The Province]
Finally, Chloe Ezra has made some adorable Canucks stickers and is going to sell them. Chloe is kind of the best and unsurprisingly her Canucks stickers are pretty fucking amazing. But can someone tell me which one is Kevin Bieksa? Is it the one with the angry face?:
Bieksa is middle bottom row - smirk all the way.
February 06 2013, 11:39PM
Lu, Schneider, Daniel, Captain Acornhead, Burrows
Kassian, Kesler, Booth, Higgins, Hansen
Lappy, MayRay, Malhotra, Schroeder, Ebbett
Edler, Garrison, Bieksa, Hamhuis, Ballard
Tanev, Weise
I think that's right! The smiles are all really accurate! :D


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Many small tweaks add up to a minor upgrade for the Saucony Guide 7, an all-around, supportive daily trainer with a twist of performance.
Over the past year, Saucony's Guide saw a nice little bump in popularity amongst runners looking for an all-around, dependable trainer with a moderate level of support. With the seventh version of the Guide, Saucony refrained from any major changes, opting instead for a number of minor tweaks that add up to a nice upgrade.
Slipping on the Guide 7 yields a fairly average fit that should work for most runners; a wide version is also available for those who need the added volume. Though the Guide 7's no-frills may lack the seamless overlays gaining popularity as of late, testers experienced few issues with rubbing and were able to run hotspot-free.
Underneath, the midsole provides the cushioning expected out of a daily trainer. The heel-to-toe PowerGrid insert provides a lively feel while absorbing the impact of the ground. This shoe utilizes a traditional dual density post to provide moderate support, and testers found the transition smooth and quick through toe-off.
Like many of Saucony's other offerings, the Guide 7 is built with an 8mm heel to toe offset as opposed to a more traditional 12mm. Though this doesn't make a huge difference, it does make the shoe a bit friendlier towards midfoot and forefoot strikers, while also giving the shoe a slightly faster feel.
Expect the Guide 7 to serve as the workhorse in your lineup, ready for daily duty and high mileage, but not afraid to pick up the pace too.
"The most notable difference in this update is the increased toe spring. It makes your foot roll forward from mid-stance, giving the shoe a quicker toe-off."
"This shoe feels pretty stiff when you first put it on. Though concerning at first, I've found that this stiffness adds to the responsive feel through toe-off."
"With the addition of PowerGrid, I feel this shoe has become just slightly firmer underfoot than the previous model, but I find it still protective enough for longer runs."


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Not one to sit still, Sean Combs who is better known as Diddy (P-Diddy / Puff Daddy), sat down in a interview with AdWeek to discuss Branding, Liquor, Mousetraps and his future plans.
As a businessman, Diddy has made his millions off music, TV, film, clothing and fragrances. So what's this multi-talented, jack of all trades have in store next?
In Diddy's latest Ciroe vodka ad, he's set the theme to a classic Sinatra tune,"Luck Be a Lady". Combs explains how the idea came about.
"The spot that put Ciroc on the map was the first partnership we did with the Sinatra estate four years ago. I did a huge out-of-the-box buy on CNN, and I knew there would be a lot of traffic because Obama was running for president. And sales went through the roof. It was one of the most impactful ad campaigns in the spirit's history. Also, for years, people have called me the black Sinatra. So that's where the whole collaboration came from."
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We're pretty sure it's in Snooki's contract that she isn't allowed to leave her house without adorning her head with something utterly ridiculous. Leopard print, sombreros, and, more often than not, excessive quantities of rhinestones. But, because she's Snooki and can do no wrong, we'll not only let her get away with her headpiece choices, we eagerly await the skull decorations yet to come.
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Goannaman wrote:I have a total beginner question about what kite to buy. I'll be looking to purchase my own gear soon (first water lesson planned for Saturday).
on a side note of all the advises you had - finish your lessons first and just then start thinking in buying kites/boards and all that


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Zack Greinke's decision to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers, a six-year, $147 million contract that makes him the highest-paid right-hander ever, is expected to unclog the free agent market and unleash a number of deals that hinged on his destination.
The Kansas City Royals-Tampa Bay Rays trade involving All-Star pitcher James Shields also lent some clarity to the landscape after last week's fairly uneventful winter meetings.
Here's a look at where things stand for some of the top remaining players on the market:
Josh Hamilton
Teams interested: Rangers, Mariners, Phillies, Yankees
Market value: Four to five years, $100 to $125 million
Outlook: Hamilton's chances of returning to Texas dramatically increased once Greinke signed with the Dodgers and not the Rangers. Although Seattle will offer more, he likely will return to the comforts of Texas on a four-year, $100 million deal.
Michael Bourn
Teams interested: Mariners, Rangers, Indians
Market value: 5 years, $90 million
Outlook: Pardon Bourn if he despises the Minnesota Twins, trading two of their center fielders to kill Bourn's market in Washington and Philadelphia. The Seattle Mariners appear to be the best fit, with the greatest need, but the Rangers could be interested if Hamilton doesn't return.
Nick Swisher
Teams interested: Indians, Mariners, Red Sox, Rangers
Market value: Four to five years, $65 million to $80 million
Outlook: Swisher is a consistent, dynamic player whose energy alone can sell tickets. New Indians manager Terry Francona saw plenty of him in the AL East.
A.J. Pierzynski
Teams interested: Yankees, Rangers, White Sox
Market value: One or two years, $11 million to $20 million
Outlook: Pierznyski has been an iron man behind the plate, ranking among the top three in games played among catchers every year since 2007. He also is coming off his finest offensive season with 27 homers and 77 RBI. Yet he turns 36 in three weeks. The White Sox can't afford him, the Yankees have the most need, but the Rangers might make the most sense, DHing on days he doesn't catch.
Ichiro Suzuki
Teams interested: Yankees, Phillies, Indians
Market value: One year, $10 million to $13 million
Outlook: Suzuki could have made more money by simply staying put in Seattle. Yet he wanted to win and proved he's hardly done, hitting .322 with the Yankees. The Yankees need him and will gladly overpay, but only on a one-year deal.
Anibal Sanchez
Teams interested: Tigers, Rangers, Angels, Red Sox, Orioles, Dodgers
Market value: Five years, $82.5 million
Outlook: A deal of more than $80 million for a 48-51 career pitcher might seem preposterous, but with so many big-budget teams pursuing him, Sanchez is about to cash in and at least double his 2012 salary of $8 million.
Kyle Lohse
Teams interested: Angels, Red Sox, Dodgers, Brewers, Orioles
Market value: Four years, $60 million
Outlook: Lohse finally found consistency over the last two years, after remaking himself into a groundball pitcher with outstanding command. Those skills age well, so he could well land a four-year contract even at 34.
Rafael Soriano
Teams interested: Tigers, Red Sox, Angels, Blue Jays
Market value: One year, $15 million
Outlook: There aren't many teams willing to throw big money in multiyear deals to closers, but some that might feel they're just one player away from a championship – say, the Tigers – could make it worth his while to go for a one-year contract.
Ryan Dempster
Teams interested: Red Sox, Brewers, Cubs
Market value: Three years, $32 million
Outlook: Dempster will be 36 in May and is looking to land a three-year contract, with suitors more interested in two years. Given the dearth of available quality starters, he figures to get his wish.
Edwin Jackson
Teams interested: Padres, Angels, Red Sox, Tigers
Market value: Three years, $40 million
Outlook: Jackson's live arm draws more interest than his results, which tend to be inconsistent at best. But he's only 29 and has averaged 203 innings pitched over the last four years, an appealing combination.


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2011 Barolo Sarmassa Roberto Voerzio
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Average critic rating : 94.0 points
Very refined and beautiful with very fine tannins and berry character. Medium to full body, juicy fruit and a long and flavorful finish. Drink or hold. James Suckling. April, 2015.
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Skip to comments.Obama will throw anybody overboard!
Posted on 08/25/2010 8:50:46 PM PDT by pm58590
The democrats in congress are having their hat handed to them, and don't see it yet.
To do this he has to get through the 2012 election, which at this time is unlikely. Unless, he moves to the center (i.e. Clinton).
He just can't move to this position on his own, he has to have a reason. Such as a conservative congress.
His recent actions, policies etc., will elicit such a negative response from the public that they elect the very conservatives that Obama needs to justify his move right, and hopefully get re-elected.
Not a bad idea if you only care about yourself. He'll throw anybody overboard to accomplish his goal.
Well, just a thought!
Throw them under a bus, too.
When will America be throw with this guy!
First, he'll blame republicans for 2 years. And the masses will switch. Or he made a deal with the Clintons that he would only run once then hand it to her. Now, of course, they're extremely p.o.'d at just how hard he's making it for her to get elected in 2012.
Obama is an animal.
He cares about no one or anything American.
He was put in office by puppet masters to accomplish just one thing....Destroy America.
He still has two years to complete his mission.
As Rush would say, "Don't doubt me."
No. He will use a conservative congress as a whipping boy.
He blames them now and they are powerless.
If they get power he will beat them in the light of the media every chance he gets as obstructionists.
The Demonrats are not only having their hats handed to them, but also their heads, balls, and other selected body parts.
And why not? They don't use their heads to help America; they screw the taxpayer, and have no guts to take on our enemies and win.
I say "Chop away" Obie. Your turn will come soon.
We'll remember in November.
Heh :)
As well it should, with the Regime!
How ya doing, Bud?
to post 6
Bush gave us 0bama.
that is one of the reasons
I dislike Bush so much
Through it overboard when you are threw with it.
Carter gave us Reagan. Should I like Carter?
"Bush gave us 0bama."
I am no Bush fan, but he did not give us Obambie.
The Marxist MSM, white guilt, and a very ignorant
electorate gave you the Illegal Marxist Kenyan thug
from Chicago.
Fortunately, I no longer have to live there and suffer
the destruction.
Your beer is getting a bit salty, mate.
Not to mention warm.
Drink up, and move on.
"Drink up, and move on."
I am quite happy with my red wine, and neither you or
anyone else will tell me when or where to move on, thank you.
Do you find where you now live better?
Just asking because I've found myself contemplating alternative places in the world to live out the rest of my life.
As a proud old-school American (when patriotism was a GOOD thing... even to the MSM) I NEVER would have thought such an idea would ever have entered my head.
What is going on in this country is truly stranger than fiction.
bush gave us obama imho. It was his betrayal of those of us who were against the bailout of the banks. It was the last straw! No more excuses
It just sounded like "crying in your beer", mate.
No need to fret, cry away. It's free.
Just vote for conservatives, and we got no problems.
Stop laughing. This is hugh and series.
if bush was a great leader, we wouldn't have obama because bush would've fixed the problems. Instead Bush pushed the problem to a later date, for someone else to deal with. This is no different to what Obama is doing right now. Obama is pushing all the problem to a later day using borrowed money, to buy just enough time so that problem don't get blamed on him
Same stuff, different day.
Is it below 100 degrees yet down there?
He only does that after he pushes them through the looking glass... :O
Bush senior gave us McCain who gave us Obama
"Do you find where you now live better?"
Well, I started traveling in late 1999, but moved to Slovakia in Jan 2005.
I had a very nice life there, but moved on to the Philippines in Jan.2009.
I now live on my small social security, but my neighbors think I am quite wealthy, living with a girlfriend in a nice cottage at a beach.
If I were back in the USA, I would be living like a bumb.
Leaving was the best decision of my life.
You don't find any threat to you as an American? I've gotten the impression that Americans are targets of kidnappings in the Philippines.
And you get your Social Security without a problem there?
"When will America be throw with this guy!"
Did you mean "throo?"
Supposed to get a "cool front"....they say highs will be in the low 90's.
I'll believe it when I see it.
"You don't find any threat to you as an American? I've gotten the impression that Americans are targets of kidnappings in the Philippines."
I do not know where you hear such tripe.
I am much safer here then I would be in any American city.
There are many Americans and Europeans all over the Philippines.
My social security comes by direct deposit to my Philippine bank account like clockwork, on the 4th of every month.
Thanks alot.
Live long and healthy!
Where does Kevin Bacon fit in?
I've asked the Dems this before but:
"HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE OBAMA's B*TCH?"
Well....how nice for you.
Do us a favor, and don't come waltzing back after the rest of us have spilled blood, sweat, and tears to win our country back.
My, aren't we patriotic?
Obama is an opportunist. Not even his wife is safe from his trashing about.
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CASTLE DALE - Jesse Del Peacock, age 23, passed away Dec. 4, 2011 in Salt Lake City. Jesse was born March 17, 1988 in Price, Utah to Delroy and Janet Hardee Peacock. He married Stephanie Morash at Thanksgiving Point on Aug. 29, 2009. They later divorced but remained friends.
Jesse was born and raised in Castle Dale, Utah. He graduated from Emery High School class of 2006, was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and was a coal miner by trade. Jesse was always a joy to be with. He was known for his quick wit and you never wanted to be on the other end. He enjoyed dressing up in a tuxedo or suit and a top hat.
Jesse's interests included skate and snowboarding, golfing, and spending time with friends and family. He loved his dogs, Callie and Charlie, and he also loved to travel with his family, especially going on cruises. He was loved dearly and will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
Jesse is survived by his parents, Delroy and Janet Peacock; sister, Melanie (Josh) Davis; brother, Casey Peacock; nephews: Derek (Neff), Kyle, Jordan, and Kayden Davis, and Brendon Peacock; niece, Shayla Peacock; ex-wife, Stephanie; grandparents, LaVoy and Marilyn Hardee; uncles and aunts: Karen Peacock, Beulah Jensen, Don Jewkes, Allen and Colleen Childs, Joe and Sheila Fielder, Irene Shiner, Tom and Lorie Hardee, Rick and Kim Hardee, Brent and Cathy Hardee, and Shellee Woodall; many cousins and many best friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Kenneth and Hilma Peacock; uncles, Paul Peacock and James Lee Jensen; aunt, Nan Jewkes; and cousin, Skyler Hardee.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011, at 11 a.m. at the Castle Dale LDS Stake Center (35 West Main Street). There will be a viewing Wednesday from 6 - 8 p.m. at Fausett Mortuary (720 N. Center St.-Castle Dale) and on Thursday from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. at the church prior to the services. Interment will be in the Orangeville City Cemetery.
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Although the State of Utah cannot currently legally recognize marriages other than those between a man and a woman, marriages between persons of the same sex were recognized in the state of Utah between the dates of December 20, 2013 until the stay on January 6, 2014. Based on our analysis of Utah law, the marriages were recognized at the time the ceremony was completed.
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The second trimester of pregnancy often brings a renewed sense of well-being. The worst of the nausea has usually passed, and your baby isn't big enough to crowd your abdominal organs and make you uncomfortable. Yet dramatic pregnancy symptoms are on the horizon. Here's what to expect.
During the second trimester of pregnancy, you might notice physical changes from head to toe.
Your breasts might keep growing, thanks to additional fat accumulating and in preparation for producing milk. However, some of the initial breast tenderness will likely improve. A supportive bra is a must.
As your uterus becomes heavier and expands to make room for the baby, your abdomen expands — sometimes rapidly. Starting in the second trimester, expect to gain 3 to 4 pounds (about 1.4 to 1.8 kilograms) a month until delivery.
However, if you were overweight or obese before pregnancy, your health care provider might recommend gaining less. Work with your health care provider to determine what's best in your case and to manage your weight throughout pregnancy.
Your uterus might start contracting to build strength for the big job ahead. You might feel these "warm-ups", called Braxton Hicks contractions, in your abdomen. They're usually weak and come and go unpredictably. Contact your health care provider if the contractions become painful or regular. This could be a sign of preterm labor.
Hormonal changes during pregnancy stimulate an increase in pigment-bearing cells (melanin) in your skin. As a result, you might notice dark patches on your face. You might also see a faint, dark line down your abdomen (linea nigra). These skin changes are common and usually fade after delivery. Sun exposure, however, can aggravate the issue. When you're outdoors, use sunscreen.
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The City of Mt. Juliet Board of Commissioners passed the yearly budget unanimously Monday evening.
One of the main issues still being worked out was the yearly raises for city employees. Mayor Ed Hagerty had proposed at the last meeting to make the standard of living raise lower, and increase a merit based pay raise. It didn't pass on first reading, so he brought it up again Monday. He proposed a split of 1.5 percent standard of living and 1.5 percent merit. Commissioner Jim Bradshaw asked for a 2 percent standard of living and 1.5 percent merit.
"I'd agree to that if you flipped it," said Hagerty.
After 2 percent standard of living and 1.5 percent was voted down, the Mayor suggested 1.5 percent standard of living and 2 percent merit raise.
"Guys, I tried," said Bradshaw to the city employees in the audience. The 1.5 standard of living and 2 percent merit passed unanimously.
Jim Bradshaw put out the first amendment of the evening for $5,040.13 to fix the new signs at Charlie Daniels Park. The city employees had made a mistake on the dot matrix for the sign, and it was made out of proportion. The sign company said they would make new ones for the price above, reducing some of the cost for the original signs. That amendment passed.
Bradshaw also proposed to make 16-20 extra parking spots at the Mt. Juliet League fields, as well as a fix to the traffic flow. Mayor Ed Hagerty and Commissioner Ray Justice suggest that they hold off on that because a possible fix could be in the works that would create new soccer fields on the northwest corner of that property, and would allow for extra parking.
Grant money was moved around as well. The commissioners voted to take $1,500 away from Homesafe, and give $500 to Brooks House, $500 to Empower Me Day Camp and $500 to Wilson County CASA.
Over $600,000 was also moved around in the budget for Cedar Creek Storm Water work, and a repaving program that will come this fall. Public Works is to sit down this week to determine which streets need to be repaved.
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Mike Brown starts at full-back for Harlequins in Saturday's Premiership clash with Gloucester at the Stoop.
With three players being released back to Harlequins from the England squad, Mike Brown starts at full-back for Saturday's Premiership clash with Gloucester at the Stoop while George Robson takes his usual place in the second row.
Jordan Turner-Hall has also been released and following consultation with the England management – the centre will undergo a rehabilitation and conditioning programme to allow his knee to settle further – as a result Tom Casson continues at inside centre with Matt Hopper outside him.
Sam Smith replaces Ugo Monye on the wing, while Nick Evans, who signed a new three year contract with the club this week, returns from injury to join Karl Dickson in the half backs.
Mark Lambert starts at loosehead prop while Joe Gray returns from injury to start at hooker. Luke Wallace comes into the back row with Maurie Fa'asavalu and captain, Nick Easter.
Among the replacements, Academy scrum-half Jordan Burns will look to make his first senior appearance.
Meanwhile, Gloucester Director of Rugby Nigel Davies makes four changes from the side that defeated Leicester Tigers last weekend.
Davies makes one injury enforced change with Matt Cox coming in for Sione Kalamafoni on the blindside flank, while Charlie Sharples is away with England and is replaced by Shane Monahan.
The remaining changes see Dan Murphy named as the loose head prop in place of Nick Wood, while Martyn Thomas gets the nod at full-back ahead of Rob Cook. Cook and Wood are both named amongst the replacements.
Gloucester come into the game having defeated the Leicester Tigers last weekend, a hugely physical encounter. However, Davies told the media this week that the training schedule has been tweaked accordingly.
"It hasn't affected our preparations, it's just altered them a little," said Davies.
"We had to give everything against Leicester so we've adjusted things a little and given the players a couple of days off.
"Hopefully, it'll pay dividends for us this weekend. The most important day of the week for us is matchday and, hopefully, we'll be in the right place physically and mentally."
Form: Defending Aviva Premiership Rugby champions Harlequins returned to the top of the table following their 31-28 victory at London Irish on Sunday. Quins tripped up in their last game at the Stoop in the Premiership but have not lost successive home games at the venue in the tournament since May 2011. Gloucester's only defeat so far this season came in the opening weekend at home to Northampton. The Cherry & Whites are the only unbeaten side away from home in Aviva Premiership Rugby this season. The last eleven encounters between the two clubs in the Premiership have all been won by the home side on the day, whilst Gloucester's most recent victory at the Twickenham Stoop in the competition was 31-21 on 9 September 2006.
The teams:
Harlequins: 15 Mike Brown, 14 Tom Williams, 13 Matt Hopper, 12 Tom Casson, 11 Sam Smith, 10 Nick Evans, 9 Karl Dickson, 8 Nick Easter, 7 Luke Wallace, 6 Maurie Fa'asavalu, 5 George Robson, 4 Olly Kohn, 3 James Johnston, 2 Joe Gray, 1 Mark Lambert
Replacements:16 Rob Buchanan, 17 Darryl Marfo, 18 Will Collier, 19 Charlie Matthews, 20 Tom Guest, 21 Jordan Burns, 22 Ben Botica, 23 Seb Stegmann
Gloucester: 15 Martyn Thomas, 14 Shane Monahan, 13 Mike Tindall (c), 12 Billy Twelvetrees, 11 James Simpson-Daniel, 10 Freddie Burns, 9 Jimmy Cowan, 8 Ben Morgan, 7 Akapusi Qera, 6 Matt Cox, 5 Will James, 4 Tom Savage, 3 Rupert Harden, 2 Huia Edmonds, 1 Dan Murphy
Replacements: 16 Tommaso d'Apice, 17 Nick Wood, 18 Dario Chistolini, 19 Peter Buxton, 20 Gareth Evans, 21 Dan Robson, 22 Tim Molenaar, 23 Rob Cook
Date: Saturday, November 3
Venue: Twickenham Stoop
Kick-off: 17.15 GMT
Referee: Wayne Barnes


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One of the Best Budget Audiophile Headphones
Pros: Enormous Soundstage, Solid Bass Impact, Accentuated Mids, Textured Treble, Durable, Velour Earpads, Big Earcups
Cons: Weak Center Imaging, Lean Bass, Unnatural mids for some songs, Painful Headband, Big Earcups, Picky with Sources
TL;DR Review of the AKG Q701's
Accentuated Mids: Enhances most female vocals, also forwards vocals, "livens" synthesizers in electronic music. Can cause vocals to sound uneven due to the 2khz bump.
Grainy/Textured Treble: Gives texture and dynamics to ride cymbals and high hats, may force treble into songs that suffer with treble. i.e. Metal genres. Not to be confused with "sparkly treble".
Lean/Solid Bass: Bass is solid and fast, impact hits hard but rumble is lean, benefits in most techno, jazz, and classical/orchestra music. Quality of bass leaves the listener wanting more.
Soundstage: Large soundstage that has a 3D Surround better than 5.1 gaming headsets. Suffers from center imaging that relates to "in-your-head" feeling, however it has a prominent forward stage. Soundstage similar to standing in the back 24'x18' room, 5' away from the wall.
Comfort: Bumps in the headphone gets uncomfortable overtime, earcup placement is crucial in relative to sound perceived. I.e. earcups placed too far backward can cause mids to sound muffled. Velour earpads and ~270 gram weight allows comfort over long periods of time.
Build Quality: Dropped over 5 times at height of 5' (unintentional), still working. Plastic used for earcups allow scratches to not be visible. After 3-4 years of constant usage, earcup swivel may develop friction and creak.
"Sound Signature": Somewhat reliant on the source, however most of the time the Q701's sounds dry due to the fast decay of notes. Especially sounds analytic when compared with other headphones, soundstage gives a dynamic feel to songs, but it suffers from center imaging in regards to intimacy.
Amplification: Requires more current than voltage to power them right in my opinion. Performance on Q701's rely more on the quality of source rather than how much power it can output.
Conclusion: The AKG Q701's are bright sounding headphones at first without proper amplification and brain burn in.
If you don't need isolation for gaming, throw away your gaming headsets and get AKG Q701's. If you're looking to get serious with your music, like detail retrieval and don't mind spending an amplifier/dac combo that costs the same as the AKG Q701's; get yourself a pair. If you want boomy bass, if you want isolation, if you want a smooth experience; look somewhere else, the AKG Q701's aren't for you. The Q701's can be found for cheap now and definitely worth it.
Day in the Life with AKG Q701's
I got to visit a studio today and it was nothing short of audiophoolishness delight. Upon entering the studio I was greeted with just two tower speakers made by Strauss (Strauss-SE-MF-2). These gave off a very life-like impression in sound and I was quite blown away by how close they sounded to actual instruments. The only issue I have with the speakers is that I had to be at a certain position in the room for everything to sound just right in regards to soundstage and for the treble to not sound muffled. I guess you could say this is similar to how the Q701's need to be centered for them to sound right.
Alongside listening to the studio, I got to listen to my friends' band play in a rehearsal room a while ago, a concert hall, and a venue all with the same song. Though none of you know the song, I used this song as a benchmark for all my tests with the Q701's.
Cataclysm by Motivated by Foolishness
Songs found above.
The Q701's I have are third hand, pre-burnt in, Austrian made, and so far have about 3000 hours on their mileage, not including the hours used by the previous owners. My review is solely opinion based and I'm not too hard focused on specifications (except for the measurements), and please do take the titles of the review into consideration. As there may be misconceptions of my review if they are ignored. I will assume you already have done research about the Q701's from other reviews, I'm just providing more insight.
Q701's vs Real Life Instruments
After an entire day of listening to just instruments. I came to the conclusion that the Q701's:
- Sound a bit dry, instruments seem to not linger around very much (not regarding reverb though)
- Lack a bit of center imaging
- Tom toms don't have enough attack
- Treble is a bit grainy, and needs some more sparkle. However the Q701's have the high hat texture not many headphones have.
- There needs to be a bit more upper mids/lower treble flatness, electric guitars though have the detail and crescendo-like sound, they don't have the smoothness needed during reproduction. This upper mid is what makes pianos and violins sound more solid, the Q701's lack the solidity of piano notes.
Needless to say I believe headphones exaggerate sound overall, the only way that reproduction can be saved here are through binaural recordings. In which replicate sound much better in comparison to regular stereo recordings. Unfortunately, most songs that I know of aren't tuned and mastered for headphones, rather for speakers instead. If I had to mention soundstage, I'd have to say the Q701's are spot on for an acoustically tuned 24 feet by 18 feet room with musicians playing in it. Nevertheless, soundstage does indeed require a good sound signature to illustrate the distance of instruments. So the only nitpicks or comments I have about that is the flaws I mentioned at the beginning of this paragraph in regards to soundstage.
Q701's vs Strauss-SE-MF-2 Studio Monitors
The problem I actually have with listening to reference tuned studio monitors is that they sound a bit bland with my songs. Mids don't stand out enough and bass is a bit too much for my taste.…
The Q701's lean bass allows more detail for the rest of the spectrum, from strings getting plucked to the fingers sliding along the neck of a guitar. As you've noticed, I do indeed enjoy a certain part of headphones even BETTER than live performances or studio monitors; and that's a sense of intimacy. Though these headphones don't have the accurate reproduction of studio monitors, or the 'in-your-head' feeling with other headphones, I can get quite enough of intimacy through the Q701's. I believe that intimacy can be achieved through:
A) As if you were in the room with the band members
B) Having the band members being shoved into your brain.
So it's fairly obvious which one the Q701's strive for. (B)
Q701's vs Other Headphones in Brief.
So why do I still have the Q701's?
Why don't I have DT990's? In which they clearly have more bass oomph and a higher treble spike?
Why don't I have HE-400's? That have a flatter sound signature, extremely solid sub bass, and smoother treble that allows me to turn up music higher?
Why don't I have HD800's?
Sennheiser HD800
Well first off, I don't have the funds for HD800's, if I had the money I'd sell my Q's and own the HD800's. I've auditioned them before and fell in love with them.
Hifiman HE400
HE-400's yes, are nice, but I prefer the near weightlessness of Q701's. The issue I had in regards to comfort with the AKG Q701's are indeed the headphone placement and headband. They have to be placed somewhere near center of my head so that sound is directed into my ears and that I get full advantage of the spectrum. As for the headband, I cut off the bumps and replaced it with 0.3mm of foam. The bumps molded into my scalp and eventually I got fairly uncomfortable when I had less hair on my head after a haircut.
Also, the HE 400 don't offer a big enough soundstage for me. If you've heard of ASMR, the enormous soundstage heightens the effectiveness of ASMR videos. Also due to the enormous soundstage of the Q701's, instruments feel as if they're just being suspended mid-air, ready to be picked and listened to individually.
Beyerdynamic DT990 250 ohm
DT990's (250ohm) slightly emphasize bass and higher treble spike, although I didn't feel the same excitement of music when the mids weren't quite there. However the DT990's actually have a bit more detail.
Other Headphone Recommendation that Compliment the Q701
Audio Technica ATH-A900X
My favourite "fun" headphone would be the A900X. When I switch back to the Q701 after 3 hours with the A900X, the Q701's sound life-less and I need at least 15 minutes for my ears to burn back to the Q701's. In which I listen to Flamenco Rumba or a song that takes advantage of soundstage to get myself accustomed to again.
Etymotic Research ER4S (Tri-Flange IEM)
If you have the Q701's, I recommend the ER4S. They have similar sound signatures and the extreme isolation of the ER4S compliments the Q701's open back nature. Of course both headphones have comfort issues, but if you already have the ER4S or Q701's, we can already assume you're a masochist.
Sennheiser HD598
I found the bass quantity increases with stronger amplifiers, regular amplification makes the HD598 sound flat
HD598 with regular amping (i.e. JDS Labs ODAC/O2) still have more mid-bass than the Q701's, but not by much
Q701's have more sub-bass
I found the Q701's to have more bass texture, but sometimes can be found lean compared to the HD598
Sub-bass is also dry on the Q701's, so bass will often roll off faster without giving satisfaction of proper "oomph"
After some brain burn in, I found the Q701's to have slightly more solid and faster bass than the HD598's.
- Mids are flat and I found all vocals to work well with the HD598's.
- Mids have more weight, smooth and grounded to the floor, however the HD598 can be airy when called for
- Vocals can sometimes be a bit boring since they're flat.
- Mids are more intimate and exciting than the HD598's due to the peak in the 2khz area and brighter treble
- Mids are light and airy, giving vocals a magical presence
- Mids can sometimes be too much especially in fortissimo sections of a vocal solo
- Vocals can sometimes be sibilant. With well mastered recordings there is no sibilance. Vocalists such as Susan Wong who emphasize the letter S a lot introduce a lot of sibilance.
- HD598's have a more extended treble peak on the spectrum, therefore giving the HD598's a more subtle sparkle
- However the highs on the HD598 are smoothed out and not as exciting as the Q701's
- Treble has a flat peak and gives high hats more texture, however lacks the sparkly shimmer sometimes.
- Treble is more emphasized than the HD598's
- Lower treble has a steeper dip that makes the Q701's sound more clean and black, but hides instruments that need it (explained later)
- Left and Right channels have slightly more depth and have good center imaging, but front and back soundstage is less apparent. This can be visually seen by the design of the headphones
- The HD598 sounds more solid and grounded.
- Have a better frontal soundstage with less center imaging, has a harder left and right sound panning due to the lack of center imaging.
- Left and Right channels extend out into airiness, compared to the solid left and right depth of the HD598's.
- Soundstage is larger in regards to front-to-behind depth
- Q701's sound light and airy.
Gaming, Isolation, and Comfort
- Less clamp, Less clamp = more pressure on the top of my head.
- Deeper cups, my ears don't touch anything inside the headphone at all
- Soundstage is much better presented in Source Engine games (Counterstrike/TF2) that have less audio effects due to the forwarded drivers.
- Fully open, all sounds go in, all sounds go out.
- Headband bumps are a nightmare, after these are sliced off/modded. Q701's have better weight distribution.
- Shallower cups, ears poke the inside foam but cause no discomfort to me.
- Wider earcups mean I have to center the drivers to get the best sound quality.
- Soundstage is much better presented in games with audio effects such as Frostbite Engine games (Battlefield/Mirror's Edge).
- Fully open/semi-ish closed, most sounds go out, most sounds come in. External treble frequencies muffled more than the HD598's.
Microdetails, Amplification and Burn-In
- HD598 has a tad less microdetails, however due to the flatter response and less dips/peaks; multiple instruments are easier to pick up in busy tracks/compressed music.
- More powerful amplifiers seem to increase the bass more on the HD598's. However for these to sound more flat than the Q701's, I like to use the JDS Labs ODAC/O2 that are already tuned to be neutral.
- HD598's are nevertheless an easy headphone to drive
- I found the sound to be very open and enjoyable after 30-40 hours of brain and driver burn in.
- Have better microdetails but it's hardly noticeable, however due to the better mids in the Q701's; microdetails are more evident in tracks that have good mastering.
- Benefit from a better DAC, however requires an amplifier to extract the details from the DAC.
- Louder volumes without an amplifier will cause the Q701's to distort earlier than if it was amplified.
- Noisy amps pair well with the Q701's, as these pick up noise from amplifiers a lot less compared to the HD598.
- Unfortunately I can't comment on burn in, but my friend enjoyed his Q701's about an entire week of burn in.
- The Q701's are all about finding the right source and music to sound magical with, I absolutely love using the Q701's with tube amplifiers that colour sound.
Genres, Instruments and Presentation
- Does better with classical/orchestra music in which cellos are more emphasized
- American punk rock/metal/screamo is suited better for the HD598's since these are less active in treble and can be turned louder without fatigue
- Hip hop and rap is better due to more bass (via tube amplifier)
- Violins and Pianos are smoother and more enjoyable/presented since there is a flatter lower treble compared to the Q701's.
- Male vocals sound better
- American Female Pop artists with lower octave registers sound more intimate and smooth
- More forgiving than the Q701's, making a larger variety of songs enjoyable in comparison.
- In regards to Techno: dubstep, hardstyle, europop and bass dependent songs are better.
- A flat/warm-ish sounding headphone and sometimes unengaging
- Can be airy as the Q701's when called for, but just not as much
- The Sennheiser veil is not as present in this headphone compared to the HD600. I think the veil what people are talking about is the lack of a large treble spike with a mix of a warm/bassy presentation the sennheisers have.
- Acoustic Guitars/Flamenco Rumba are much more detailed and fun to listen to
- Jazz is presented much better
- Poprock is more active and engaging
- Classic rock from the 80's sound brighter and lively due to the large soundstage
- Female vocals in higher octaves sound better, sweeter and more active.
- In regards to Techno: Trance/Nu Disco/EDM involving a lot of synthesizers sound clearer and faster.
- An active/airy-ish headphone and sometimes fatiguing
- A brighter headphone would be something like the AD900X, in which treble is much more sparkly, airy and a lot less focused on bass.
Durability and Accessories
- Feels like cheap plastic, but extremely durable nonetheless.
- Cable is a 6.5mm jack, but comes with a 6.5mm to 3.5mm adapter. Looks awkward on my amp but I'm not too picky about it.
- Velours are bound to get dirty.
- Thicker plastic and solid, but also extremely durable. Metal headband rods saved the headphones from landing earcups first
- Green cable is bound to get dirty.
- Velours are bound to get dirty.
Sidenote: My headphones that were marketed to be durable broke first compared to these two headphones that have absolutely no issue in durability.
Overall Impressions
Both are good and allow me to enjoy my entire playlist of music. Though I prefer the AKG Q701's since I have more female vocals, I prefer the HD598's equally due to it's flat nature that allow me to enjoy a variety of genres. I'm getting the Shozy Alien that apparently has more detail than any of my sources so I'll update this post accordingly in regards to how the headphones scale up to them, images coming soon!. When I need to have music or noise in the background, I grab the HD598's since they're a bit more laid back sounding. If I need to get in the zone and active/listen to my daily ASMR, I grab the Q701's.
Powering the Q701's
I'm just going to flat out say, there's a certain point in which the Q701's don't need any more amping. I believe, similar to the music played through these headphones, the Q701's are picky with its sources and need a good match for them to sound good and taken to full advantage. Heck, if my initial purchase of a mid-fi headphone was an HD650 instead of the Q701's, I'd probably have about 500 songs in my entire music collection, rather than a tailored 180 songs for the Q701. Although I have no regret, I'm enjoying my 180 songs 6 hours a day, for the past 2 years. Like any headphone, each one has their own pair of songs that just simply sing. I can't emphasize how nice Jazz sounds with the Q701's.
FiiO E07K
The nature of FiiO products so far is that their soundstage is a bit narrow compared to desktop DAC's like the JDSLabs ODAC.
The FiiO X3 sounds a bit better than the E07K in terms of clarity and bass solidity (Firmware 3.2).
FiiO E12
The FiiO E12 cleans up the sound of the X3 or E07K. It smoothens the treble, enriches the mids and the bass is a bit more solid.
Odd Devices
Regular devices such as an iPad, Supreme FX III (Asus Crosshair Formula-Z Motherboard/Onboard), Xonar DGX and Sony Walkman E474 (which the Sony could BARELY drive the Q701's to audible levels) make the Q701's sound "average". I would have sold the Q701's and stuck to my A900X if it weren't for source upgrade.
JDS Labs ODac+O2
The jump from the E07K to the ODAC/O2 by JDS Labs however was the game changer, and which I started loving the Q701's. Warmth covered the harsh treble of the Q701's, and bass was there! Mids sounded more intimate, and treble had more texture to it. Bass wasn't emphasized too much but it hit hard and it was THERE!
Dared MP5 Vintage Tube Amplifier
Now I'm powering the Q701's with a vintage tube amplifier, the Dared MP5. To be honest the sound didn't improve very much, if anything it was a change in sound signature. I believe all that changed was that treble is a tad bit more revealing, and a slight hint of natural distortion in the treble peaks exist so that treble is more forgiving. Mids are sweeter, the bass became increased a bit in quantity for enjoyment purposes. The Dared MP5 has some background noise/hiss, but for some reason, these don't pick up the noise as much as my other headphones even though the Q's are detail monsters… This is quite a contradictive sentence, but if you have a noisy amp, you'd be glad to pick up the Q's.
Side Notes
This could simply be an exaggeration, but if I listened to a headphone long enough, my brain starts burning in to that sound signature. Then once after listening to a new source after a period of time, the difference is evident. The opinions of this new change of source is also biased with emotional opinions. These emotional opinions sometimes get mixed in with facts. When I switched between devices too quickly, my brain doesn't have enough time to adjust to the new source. So as a result I believe that what I'm hearing with the improved source sounds the same to downgraded source. That's how minor the improvements are with the Q701's. However this proves that the Q701's are sensitive to change in sources.
Gaming with the Q701's
After the upgrade to the ODAC/O2, soundstage felt 3-Dimensional and I could hear the distance of bullets whizzing by in Battlefield 3. If a bullet whizzed across my face 2 meters in front of me, I can tell, if bullets hit behind my feet, I can tell. Out of all the $300+ gaming headphones I've tried (Astro A40's, Razer Tiamat/Kraken/Blackshark/Carcharias)… there's nothing more immersive than a product just meant for audio like the AKG Q701's. Headsets are just utility knives, packing devices like a microphone, batteries; they're basically a jack of all trades and a master of none.
In regards to games made by Valve, you're in for a treat. Games like Counterstrike Global Offensive, Team Fortress 2, Half-Life series all benefit from the AKG's. Valve already implemented an "around your head" soundstage that's immersive for regular headphones/headsets. The additional soundstage from the Q701's are beneficial for sound depth. The only issue with Valve's audio is that they didn't implement a very good algorithm for sounds in front and sounds behind. In which the Q701's falter because it doesn't have a solid central soundstage. Other headphones I have such as the A900X do better with Valve's front and rear soundstage due to the angled drivers.
Q701's Modded vs Unmodded
This mod is known as the AKG Sticker Mod. The sticker mod is literally a sticker inside the earcups that can be removed to increase sub-bass. All you need is tweezers to stick into the "Q" grill of the earcups, rotate it counter clockwise, unscrew two screws to carefully remove the plate that requires some force to peel off, and finally use the same tweezers to gently peel off the sticker that covers the bass port.
When I did the frequency response sweeps on the Q701's, it was fairly evident the sub bass came first a lot earlier than the earcup that had the sticker still on. There's definitely a tad looser bass with the sticker off however, although what you get is sub-bass, and a bit more bass to boot. The downside of the sticker off is less mids, and less airiness in soundstage due to the increase in bass.
The good part of the mod is that everything sounds neutral one might even consider it as an improvement, not an improvement for me; but a possible improvement nevertheless.
Mids are flat, bass is more full bodied, treble is not as grainy and has sparkle to it. Similar to the Etymotic Research Er4s frequency response, except the ER4S sounds more lively with this response than the modded Q701's.
Note: This is a raw measurement of the AKG Q701, usually there would be a compensation chart to simulate sound perceived in the room, but I don't have that unfortunately. That's why the treble seems over-emphasized here.
The stickers off also increase the higher treble area. I don't notice this at all since the bass balances this out. Also, the graph looks weird, I apologize if this isn't an exact interpretation of the AKG Q701's, because the mids and bass through my ears sound like they're balanced with the treble.
I tried the bass mod but the slight reduction in soundstage (in regards to circumference, not depth) somewhat turned me around back to stock.
I prefer my stickers on, I'm a purist and prefer to use the product as is.
Alpha Design Labs iHP-35 Cable
The cables indeed do sound similar. The signature of the Q701's are still there; but it just sounds a bit smoother now like my Sennheiser HD598's treble.
I had a hard time justifying a very expensive 1.5m cable. The guy at HeadfoneShop kept telling me for an entire year, "Hey, it's up to you if you want to buy it man, you just have to believe me there's a difference". As he continued to play World of Warcraft on his laptop.
I took up his offer a year later and finally bought it.
Was there a difference? Thankfully yes, I was ready to return these. All my doubts lead to no until I finally got a chance to listen to the overpriced cable.
The cables made my Q701's lean a bit towards the smoother side.
There's a bit more treble grainyness on the green stock cables compared to the ADL cable that sound oh so great with guitars that I miss.
The cables are less sensitive to my amp's hiss but more sensitive to detail somehow.
I would also like to re-iterate that these cables introduce a bit more sibilance.
Your Mileage May Vary (YMMV)
My audio preferences? Big soundstage, solid bass, forwarded and sweet mids, and treble that could attack fast in electronic music and provide texture for high hats in which the Q701's definitely provide. The Q701's are not headphones for everyone, since these headphones are only $150-$220 on the market, we can assume that one hasn't gone into the higher end market that already has a headphone tailored for their music preferences. Or an even better headphone that presents music better for a wider range of genres. A place that is not in reach for the near future.
The Q701's are indeed a hit or miss, and for me they were definitely a pinpoint shot. I believe that one needs brain burn-in equally to driver burn in of the Q701's for these to be enjoyed. I certainly don't think these are headphones meant to be enjoyed out of the box.
Thanks to BlueMonkeyFlyer for the In-Ear Microphone!


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The Juice on Summer Peaches and Plums
This post is part of the Science Tuesday feature series on the USDA blog. Check back each week as we showcase stories and news from the USDA's rich science and research portfolio.By Kathleen Phillips, Texas A&M AgriLife CommunicationsA fresh, juicy peach makes a good addition to a summer lunch bag or picnic. Warm or chilled, you know you have a good one when you have to chase a stream of peach juice with a napkin.
So my recent visit with food chemist Dr. Luis Cisneros-Zevallos and peach breeder Dr. David Byrne was bound to conjure notions of hand-cranked peach ice cream or fresh slices topped with heavy cream.
Turns out, the Texas AgriLife Research scientists have an even better use: to cure breast cancer, even the most aggressive kind, without hurting healthy cells. That's what they've done in the lab with two phenolic compounds in stone fruits.
What's "phenolic," you ask? The phenols are organic compounds that may affect traits such as aroma, taste or color. The two in this case are chlorogenic and neochlorogenic
Many want to know where to get these compounds, if one can cook the peach or eat it raw, and whether these substances might work on other cancers. None of that is known yet – research like this is often a very long process to make sure it's safe; so far no human clinical trials have been done…
But what this Texas duo has found is deliciously promising: to kill cancer cells and not healthy cells would make chemotherapy much more tolerable.
Their search began with the discovery that antioxidants and phytonutrients in plums equal or surpass so-called super fruits like blueberries. That called for a check against cancer.
"We chose breast cancer because it's one of the cancers with highest incidence among women. So it is of big concern," Cisneros-Zevallos said.
The National Cancer Institute counted 194,000 new cases and 40,610 deaths from breast cancer in 2009. The World Health Organization reports that breast cancer accounts for 16 percent of the cancer deaths of women globally.
Byrne plans to see how researchers who breed peach and plum varieties can make sure these compounds are bred into new fruit varieties Cisneros-Zevallos will continue testing these compounds in different types of cancer.
The work was supported by the Vegetable and Fruit Improvement Center at Texas A&M University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the California Tree Fruit Agreement.
Breast cancer cells — even the most aggressive type — died after treatments with
peach and plum extracts in lab tests at Texas AgriLife Research.