A little reminder how great this forum is

[LX3]

Hey guys

I thought you might enjoy this one.

On the odd occasions when I venture outside the warm, cozy confines of Gearslutz and the Remote Possibilities forum, I'm reminded how things function in the rest of the online world.

I've been trying to solve a strange and rather irritating phenomenon that can crop up when burning Audio CDs on the Mac, and found a discussion on another "general computer help" forum where a couple of other Mac users had run into precisely the same issue.

"Yee ha," I'm thinking, "It's not just me."

I read thru, and found there was a moderator contributing advice on the subject. Most of which was factually incorrect and addressing the wrong problem in any case. But whatever.

So I hopped in to encourage the others that, although I didn't have a solution, I was at least having the same problems, and that they weren't crazy. Got a response or two thanking me, and we started making progress.

At which point the moderator jumps back in and starts screaming in big red shouty text (I'm quoting exactly and replicating his text formatting, because even with my lack of tact, I don't think I could manage to be this rude if I tried).

*sign* [sic].. I've explained this at least 3 times already.

...[edit]...

I find it exceptionally humorous that all I here [sic] is "people don't understand" when in fact it's you that doesn't understand. It's not a bug, it's not a problem, it's the fact that you are using burned CDs and have iTunes set to automatically download track names. It's YOUR system.

I really don't understand how pig-headed you all are that you refuse to read and understand what I've posted.

Thread closed.

Question has been asked and answered many, many times regardless of whether you believe it or not.

Yes, this is coming from a moderator! - who then immediately locked the thread so that we could no longer work out a solution to the actual problem.

I don't think I've ever seen anything quite like this before - and I'm a member of the Nuendo forum! Maybe I've just led a sheltered life...

It's served to remind me just how much I appreciate the easy-going, friendly vibe of Steve Remote's forum. Long may it continue that way, and I'm re-committing myself here and now to try and be a polite and helpful person at all times, in an effort to bring some balance to the world! Thanks everyone, and especially Steve Remote of course.

[klaukholm]

Steve Remote is a great moderator and somewhat of a diplomat. he has helped make this a great forum!
Thanks steve!

[videoteque]

Steve Remote we love you!!!

[boojum]

This is a board of collegiality. There are others all to similar to the quote above. Thanks for running such a good board.

[Factory101]

- I suppose it's a bit of a compliment to get big red letters once in awhile...it shows someone 'cares.' - lol!

[studio1117]

I'll add to the emotion this is probably 1 of the most useful forums on the net for audio recording. Thanks all who keep it going.

[Jim vanBergen]

Jeez, LX3. I can't believe we have to say this again. (Just kidding!!!!)

Steve Remote runs a great board with respect, intelligence, and integrity.

So happy to be able to be a part of it, along with all you Remotesters.

The positive vibe is as valued here as the knowledge base, as both seem to be rare elsewhere.

Steve, you're the man!

JvB

[Remoteness]

Thanks so much folks, but I could not do it without all the excellent contributors like yourselves!

...There is one screwy thing about all this positive vibe stuff.

I don't think I will ever get the chance to use the "Pissing Monkey" or the "Finger" icons from the Smilie List.

Viva la Remotesters!

[boojum]

Originally Posted by Remoteness

I don't think I will ever get the chance to use the "Pissing Monkey" or the "Finger" icons from the Smilie List.

Viva la Remotesters!

Aww, try 'em out once in a while. LOL

[Plush]

Hail to the Chief!!!

[mrsteaks]

I'm gonna pile on with this thread! Terrific job indeed, Steve. And in no small measure, thanks to all who post here!

Steve Remote- you can give me the finger anytime - my wife does!

[wyndrock]

thanks steve remote. dfegad

[Jimbo]

Originally Posted by Remoteness

I don't think I will ever get the chance to use the "Pissing Monkey" or the "Finger" icons from the Smilie List.

They're not all that great. As of this thread, I'm into BIG RED LETTERS!

Thanks for the hard work.

[scifijedi]

bless gearslutz..........i can't believe the mods haven't banned me yet for my rambling bulllshitt.......but i am truly grateful for the volunteer teachers{pros} of gearslutzs.........all for free too...how lucky are we?????

[smarsland]

Its a virtual think-tank of remote recording awesomeness!

That's why we keep coming back for more fun!

Thanks everyone -- Steve Remote, esp

[wesarvin]

Ditto!
Great board. Through all of the advice that I've learned since joining, my recordings have improved dramatically, and everybody has such a great vibe.