TP1 Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Apart from GTG, anyone sipping their favorite alcoholic beverage while listening is seriously compromising their ability to listen effectively. Below is a report ( also on Podcast) from Dr Karl who explains the direct link between alcohol in the bloodstream and hearing impairment. The loss is not consistent throughout the frequency range either it seems . I would say that this phenomenon could explain why a lot of crazy opinions are expressed while drinking at GTG's (or elsewhere). Of course, if that's the way of listening all the time, then the results will be consistent. http://www.abc.net.au/science/articles/2016/04/26/4448817.htm 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 but what if the listener is almost always drunk when listening to the stereo? 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wimbo Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Karl's great but I've had his kit repaired before and he's got to be drinking to even listen to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addicted to music Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 (edited) 21 minutes ago, Happy said: but what if the listener is almost always drunk when listening to the stereo? @djb Edited August 7, 2017 by Addicted to music 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martykt Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 23 minutes ago, Tasso said: Apart from GTG, anyone sipping their favorite alcoholic beverage while listening is seriously compromising their ability to listen effectively. Below is a report ( also on Podcast) from Dr Karl who explains the direct link between alcohol in the bloodstream and hearing impairment. The loss is not consistent throughout the frequency range either it seems . I would say that this phenomenon could explain why a lot of crazy opinions are expressed while drinking at GTG's (or elsewhere). Of course, if that's the way of listening all the time, then the results will be consistent. http://www.abc.net.au/science/articles/2016/04/26/4448817.htm So your system is not actually the "besht thev eva herd"....... ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addicted to music Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 3 minutes ago, Martykt said: So your system is not actually the "besht thev eva herd"....... ?? Problem soved wif a DBT.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Sime Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 You mean a DDBT? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest scumbag Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 27 minutes ago, Martykt said: So your system is not actually the "besht thev eva herd"....... ?? Not the besht stero. But you are the besht pal Iv eva had and thatz not the drink speakn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martykt Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 3 minutes ago, scumbag said: Not the besht stero. But you are the besht pal Iv eva had and thatz not the drink speakn. Yuur systum is tha besht tou.... !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martykt Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 11 minutes ago, Sime said: You mean a DDBT? Now now Sime... children present..... and don't be greedy !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Spyne~ Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Quote A lot of hearing was lost around the 500-1,000 Hz range - which are frequencies where a lot of speech happens. Maybe it's just our brain being smart, trying to make sure we don't listen to any bad suggestions while we're 'under the influence'. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudioGeek Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Damn, and i thought it was just the vision that was affected. Whats left - sense of touch??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kab Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 (edited) Thats good to know when someone is playing justin bieber get smashed and he goes away...... Edited August 7, 2017 by kab Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeddie Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 (edited) Funny - I thought the more I drank, the better my system sounded. Edited August 7, 2017 by Jeddie edit 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BioBrian Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 I've actually been more concerned with pics showing the table the drinks sit on. Shallow reflections admittedly, but an indication of priority nonetheless. I completely agree that our ability to discern fine differences is greatly hampered by alcohol, but also agree that the 'normal' state of listening is an important consideration. There are definitely things to be heard and felt when the seriousness of extreme focus is relaxed, and the mind can make comparisons and associations with past experiences of listening - to either or both music and hifi equipment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest scumbag Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 1 hour ago, Jeddie said: Funny - I thought the more I drank, the better my system sounded. It does but only to your brain. When I drink a lot I can dance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telecine Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 5 hours ago, Tasso said: Apart from GTG, anyone sipping their favorite alcoholic beverage while listening is seriously compromising their ability to listen effectively. Below is a report ( also on Podcast) from Dr Karl who explains the direct link between alcohol in the bloodstream and hearing impairment. The loss is not consistent throughout the frequency range either it seems . I would say that this phenomenon could explain why a lot of crazy opinions are expressed while drinking at GTG's (or elsewhere). Of course, if that's the way of listening all the time, then the results will be consistent. http://www.abc.net.au/science/articles/2016/04/26/4448817.htm Well that explains a lot of @djb's opinions 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THOMO Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Yeah but you are probably safe from S.T.D s and unwanted pregnancies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Upfront Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Yeah but you are probably safe from S.T.D s and unwanted pregnancies. We must be going to different GTGs Thomo! 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THOMO Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Even I am not responding to that with any Tasmanian jokes! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pulinap Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 5 hours ago, Addicted to music said: @djb +1......he's got some high octane home-made brew...specially made for GTGs.... 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qwertyqaz Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 I listen sober preferably in the early hours of the weekend. When drunk listen to trance in my 5.1 focals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satanica Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 21 hours ago, ~Spyne~ said: Quote A lot of hearing was lost around the 500-1,000 Hz range - which are frequencies where a lot of speech happens. 20 hours ago, ~Spyne~ said: Maybe it's just our brain being smart, trying to make sure we don't listen to any bad suggestions while we're 'under the influence'. Forever should it be known as "The Drunk Curve". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 there's gotta be some hidden, secret society of GTG-on-High now that's going to be fun 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evil c Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 there's gotta be some hidden, secret society of GTG-on-High now that's going to be fun We are all seasoned and impervious to ill effects from copious quantities of red - aren't we@djb ?Although nothing impresses us ! [emoji53] Sent from my SM-G900I using Tapatalk 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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