Basic but works perfectly
Review of Stanton - 500AL by
QuinnTheEskimo
Advantages: Cheap, nice sound quality and durable
Disadvantages: Basic and unattractive
...Every DJ relies most on his styli. It's not the most obvious thing sat on the desk half way through a set, but with bad styli the end result can be dreadful. The stylus is also the interface between the sound and the record, and with a knackered stylus your records can suffer. I have found the Stanton 500AL to be a very good choice. It's an entry-level stylus, pretty ugly and bulky, but they are very durable. I have also experience with the Shure range of styli but at entry-level I much prefer Stanton 500's because they sound nicer and are less bulky. If you are on a budget, go for Stanton.
(My experience is with Technics 1210MK2's)...
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DS stylus: can come in handy!
Review of Nintendo Stylus for Nintendo DS by
shamis4
Advantages: cheap and a main component for using your DS
Disadvantages: small and easily lost (but that's why you'll need more)
...The Nintendo DS stylus is one of the most important components of the DS console as without it you cannot use the amazing touchscreen - or you can at least try with your fingers but will probably end up hitting about 4 buttons at once rather than that desired one. Most DS games also use the touchscreen as a main feature during the games for example in accessing certain functions or even in some games the whole idea is based on the use of the touchscreen. For example in Nintendogs you take the dog for a walk by dragging the lead across the screen, or in Brain Academy you write your answers in the screen. It is in fact this very touchscreen which makes the Nintendo Ds so unique and desirable. And the stylus is what makes it work - like a key for your car - you wouldn't be able to get anywhere without the key.
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Stylus has style!
Review of GAME GAMEware DS Stylus Twin Pack by
shamis4
Advantages: Very useful and cheap
Disadvantages: can be lost easily (but that's why you get spares!)
...The Nintendo DS stylus is one of the most important components of the DS console as without it you cannot use the amazing touchscreen - or you can at least try with your fingers but will probably end up hitting about 4 buttons at once rather than that desired one. Most DS games also use the touchscreen as a main feature during the games for example in accessing certain functions or even in some games the whole idea is based on the use of the touchscreen. For example in Nintendogs you take the dog for a walk by dragging the lead across the screen, or in Brain Academy you write your answers in the screen. It is in fact this very touchscreen which makes the Nintendo Ds so unique and desirable. And the stylus is what makes it work - like a key for your car - you wouldn't be able to get anywhere without the key.
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Epson Stylus Pro 5000
Review of Epson Stylus Pro 5000 by
redballoon
Advantages: Produces excellent high quality prints, Ideal for Professional Use
Disadvantages: Very expensive
...General Info
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This is a top of the range inkjet printer.
The EPSON Stylus Pro 5000 is probably the best producer of top quality printer I have come across to date - and I use a lot of printers for work and personal use.
Price
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It is one of the expensive printers on the market. At a whopping £1,500 it's not a printer to be brought lightly. I feel that you get a printer that reflects this price tag.
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Engine Type: Inkjet
Mono/Colour?: Colour
Maximum horizontal resolution (dpi): 1440
Maximum vertical resolution (dpi): 720
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It has on board EPSON's latest technology, MicroPiezo™ which is responsible for the top quality pictures it is able to produce.
Hardware
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The printer can...
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MY EXPERIENCE USING "ORTOFON" SCRATCH STYLUSES
Review of Ortofon Scratch Stylus by
YEODIE
Advantages: Holds the record/Loud output/Long life/Easy to put onto cartridge
Disadvantages: None that I can think of
...I have been a club Dj for 12 years and have played with/for:
Mick Jagger
Pras (Fugees)
Q-Bert
DJ Hype
Microsoft
McDonalds
Heineken and much, much more:
yeodie.com
myspace.com/yeodie
I believe Ortofon styluses are the best, overall.
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Colour:
U nfortunately, only PINK... but this really helps finiding it easier, if you drop it on the floor in the Dj booth.
Cost:
USD35
First released:
2001
Output:
Louder than any others out there I've tried.
Packaging:
See-thru, square box.
Material:
Plastic casing holds the medal tip of the stylus.
* This plastic casing can crack, so be gentle...
Compatabilty:
Can be used with all other Ortofon cartridges of the same shape as the Scratch cartridges and vise versa.
Shelf life:
If you Dj 3 nights...
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Nintendo DS Stylus Pack
Review of Nintendo Official Nintendo DS Lite 3 Stylus Set - Black by
rose1986
Advantages: Wont damage your screen like other objects will. Good price
Disadvantages: Can get lost easily as they are small and delicate
...Nintendo DS Stylus
What is a Stylus?
A Stylus is the name given to the pen-like instrument used to operate the touch screen on the Nintendo DS Consoles. The stylus is made of plastic and is shaped in the style of an ordinary pen, although it is smaller and a lot thinner. The stylus' have a small, softer plastic point so that you can play your DS with ease and hit the finer points on your DS. Obviously, using your finger etc does work on the touch screen but you cannot hit things in a smaller area with ease and using other objects may damage your screen.
When you purchase your Nintendo, you will be provided with a Stylus and possibly two. They are extremely easy to pick-up and very cheap as well. There are also a range of colours available, so you can coordinator your stylus to match your DS! Also, there are glow in the dark...
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EPSON STYLUS PHOTO R265: SUPER, I LIKE IT!
Review of Epson Stylus Photo R265 by
Hi-Spec-Tek
Advantages: BETTER DESIGN, QUIETER, GOOD PHOTO AND DVD/CD PRINTING.
Disadvantages: I HAVE FOUND NONE TO DATE.
...THE EPSON STYLUS R265 CD/DVD & PHOTO PRINTER.
I must say that since this one was chosen for me by Epson UK having had a somewhat disasterous time with the previous model of similar ilk, the (EPSON STYLUS R260). The R265 is so far doing well!
I have yet to give it the test of time since the R260 "croaked" after a somewhat short space of time in my estimation. 12 months almost to the day! I had an error messages up about non-replaceable parts wearing out and life of printer about to end. ALREADY!!! I fumed! Just out of gaurantee too. I telephoned the Epson UK establishment and was told that it could be repaired but... costs would outweigh the value of the printer. They did suggest that I take up the offer of the Epson Stylus R265. Yes, an altogether better piece of gear in many ways - so far! I await at least another six months to see...
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Epson Stylus Photographic Printers
Review of Epson Stylus Color 860 by
Trev1000
Advantages: Ease of use and software capabilities
Disadvantages: Genuine ink cartridge replacement cost
...A wonderful product for wonderful people, I say that because it really does reproduce photographic quality well. Over the years i have use many different printers ranging from dot matrix through to lazer types, but for a good crisp print most inkjet / bubble jet types will suffice, however the Epson Stylus range are the ones I would recommend. They are a little higher priced than most other brands but the quality is second to none, with the exception of lazer type printers, BUT! if you want them you would normally need to take out a mortgage.
The Epson Stylus i use at the moment is the 860 model, and prior to that i owned the 600. Both models are designed for photographic and artwork printing and also with both models you can achieve a black and white text print that is truly comparable to lazer quality that has to be seen...
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Ortofon Styluses
Review of Ortofon Qbert Stylus by
DjCw
Advantages: lighweight, slimline, durable, reasonable cheap, very good quality.
Disadvantages: lightweight, slimline, some Djs do prefer bigger and heavier cartridges and styluses.
...As a Hip Hop Dj for over 10 years I have always used Ortofon, personally I think they make the best cartridges and styluses, because they are slimline, it makes it easier to find particular grooves on records, especially when trying to find a groove quickly not just cueing.
Other cartridges are a lot more bulkier, which can make it hard to see exactly where you are putting the stylus.
I am definitley buying the Q-Bert Stylus though, The last set of Ortofon styluses I bought was in 2005. A pair for teaching at youth clubs (so they are robust!!!) and a pair for home and club use. They can last a long time. On the reaI though. I do have only one stylus left though.
Due to me being RECKLESS....
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EPSON STYLUS CX6600 MULTI-PRINTER, TRULY SUPERB!
Review of Epson Stylus CX6600 by
Hi-Spec-Tek
Advantages: STYLISH,WELL ENGINEERED, GOOD QUALITY PRINTING AND COPYING.
Disadvantages: I HAVE FOUND NONE IN ALMOST 4 YEARS!!
...THE EPSON STYLUS CX6600 MULTI-FUNCTION PRINTER.
My last review was of the Epson Stylus R265. In that review I also mentioned that I had one for about four years that had been trouble free. THIS IS THE ONE!!. I am delighted that I purchased this model for my scanning, faxing, photographic printing requirements. Regarding the design, there are no square corners! It has a nicely rounded and an asthetically pleasing.
I purchased this model for the princely sum of £99.99. I honestly think this printer will outlive me! For a multi-printer it has everything except that I have to put the paper in! LOL! Well I recommend this one to anyone that needs this kind of office or home printer with its good average printing speed (see specifications). The print quality is always good. The ink usage is good. The ease of use I would give 4 out of 5...
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