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I review gear, build software, and write down what I learn.

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    GoXLR & Rode Procaster Review: My Streaming Audio Setup

    My long-term GoXLR and Rode Procaster review, including my microphone settings, audio routing, EQ setup, GoXLR vs Mini thoughts, and why I upgraded from the Blue Yeti.

    8 min read
  2. The Sim Racing Wheel Upgrade Path: From a G29 to Direct Drive

    My sim racing upgrade path from a Logitech G29 to Fanatec belt drive to direct drive. What to upgrade first, what each stage actually gets you, and how to avoid wasting money.

    5 min read
  3. The Boring Stack I Reach For on Every Side Project

    After 15 years and a dozen half-finished apps, I stopped chasing shiny tools. Here's the deliberately boring stack I reach for on every side project, and why boring is the point…

    4 min read
  4. VRS Direct Force Pro Review

    Thinking of upgrading to a direct drive wheelbase? In this review, I share my experience moving from the Logitech G29 and Fanatec CSW 1.0 to the VRS Direct Force Pro. From…

    4 min read
  5. Vaydeer 2-Tier Wireless Charging Monitor Riser Review

    A review of the Vaydeer two-tier aluminum monitor riser with built-in wireless charging and a USB 3.0 hub. What it's like to live with, the dimensions, the one design gripe, and…

    5 min read
  6. Goodbye Triple Monitor: The Ergotron LX and Why I Went Dual

    Why I dropped my triple-monitor setup for a cleaner dual-monitor one, and my unboxing and initial impressions of the Ergotron LX single monitor arm. Setup, cable management, and…

    5 min read
  7. Advanced SimRacing ASR3 Review: Unboxing, Setup, and Why It's My Favorite Sim Rig Upgrade

    Looking to upgrade your sim racing setup? In this hands-on review of the Advanced SimRacing ASR3, I cover unboxing, build quality, setup tips, and how it performs with a direct…

    5 min read
  8. Ergotron HX Monitor Arm Review: Is It Worth It for Ultrawide Setups?

    Is the Ergotron HX worth it for ultrawide monitors? Here’s my honest review after months of daily use for sim racing and productivity.

    3 min read
  9. Alienware AW3821DW Review: The Ultimate 38” Ultrawide for programming, sim racing, gaming

    Hands-on review of the Alienware AW3821DW ultrawide monitor for gaming, coding, sim racing, and creative work. Specs, pros, and buying advice.

    4 min read
  10. How to Install the MSI MAG CoreLiquid LGA1700 Upgrade Kit

    A quick, no-nonsense guide to installing the MSI MAG CoreLiquid 360R LGA1700 upgrade kit on a 12th-gen Alder Lake build. Covers the kit contents, the step-by-step, and the screw…

    3 min read
  11. Why I Stopped Sim Racing (And Why I Eventually Came Back)

    A few years ago, I posted a video about why I quietly stopped sim racing. At the time, I had just gone through a bunch of upgrades after my Logitech G29 setup, fallen deep into…

    6 min read
  12. Initial D Inspired Keyboard: A $500 Tofu65 + NovelKeys Creams Build

    A $500 Initial D themed keyboard build. A fully aluminum Tofu65 by KBDfans with the KBD67v2 PCB, an aluminum plate, and NovelKeys Cream switches, themed around an AE86 keycap set.

    2 min read

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