Epinions Recent Reviews for Strahd

Romance by Any Other Name...

Fri, 16 Apr 2004 12:25:48 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - Ralph Lauren recently introduced a fragrance called "Romance", and I have a feeling they used D&G's "By" as a basis for it's scent. Before I review this product, let me state that I am by no means an expert in this field. But I know enough to ask women...

The Digital Dilemma

Tue, 13 Apr 2004 18:47:10 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - What do you do when your a classical piano music lover who wants to learn to play the instrument, but live in a one-bedroom apartment? For many, the answer would be don't bother. For many years now, piano playing devotees have proclaimed that you MUST...

The Great Player

Fri, 2 Apr 2004 17:42:19 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - Several years ago, I bought one of Pioneer's first DVD players (DVD-414) when I was building my home theater. While not top-of-the-line by any means this player served me well. The main problem I had with this entry-level player was sound quality. I...

So you want a good Gin...

Mon, 20 Jan 2003 23:08:16 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - The State of the Gin...or how I learned to love the martini.

These would have made good titles to this review; my first in a long respite. Been too busy to really sit down, and give a worthwhile critique of a superior product.

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'D' as in DAMNNNNN!

Mon, 11 Mar 2002 21:08:33 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - When I saw the trailer for this film on the original "Vampire Hunter D" DVD, I knew that there was something special in the works from our buddies at Urban Vision. I was not disappointed. "Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust" is a bona-fide thrill ride of an...

The Iron Maiden

Mon, 3 Dec 2001 10:29:49 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - The Stearns and Foster Exeter Ltd, otherwise known as the "E" series, is a well constructed, supportive, and very firm mattress. People who like "sleeping on a cloud" will run from this product like a vampire from sunlight. And the market for such a...

My First Pint out of a Can

Sun, 22 Jul 2001 19:44:36 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - Well, I for one didn't know what to expect from this beer. After scanning the titles to other reviews, I expected to either love or hate the big Bod. I'm one of the few who will fall in the rare middle; it's not perfect (what is?), but Boddington's Pub...

Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory

Sat, 14 Jul 2001 22:01:09 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - Gettysburg, PA, is a small town near the Maryland border. It's one of those places that would be completely forgotten if not for one little fact. Between the dates of July 1st-3rd, 1863, the South's Army of Northern Virginia and the North's Army of the...

The Mini-Maxima

Thu, 3 May 2001 22:36:26 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - I admit freely cobbing my opinion's title from a well-known auto publication, but I feel that this is the best description available for this vehicle. My other auto review concerned my 1996 Mercury Mystique. Sadly, this reliable car became a victim of...

Hell on Earth

Fri, 27 Apr 2001 21:52:29 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - "The war in the East was characterized by utter brutality".

The above quote came from a general history of World War II that I read in my youth; the books that had more pictures than words. As my reading grew more sophisticated my...

Anime's "Citizen Kane"

Sat, 2 Dec 2000 12:19:36 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - Animation and cartoons have always held a particular fascination for me. Just about every kid goes through a love affair with a favorite toon, whether it be Bugs Bunny or Digimon. Being 26, I grew up with G.I. Joe, Transformers, Voltron, and Robotech...

The Back Seat Killed It

Sat, 21 Oct 2000 16:23:36 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - 1996 Mercury Mystique GS

Major Options: Automatic Transmission, Anti-Lock Brakes, Power Windows and Locks, Power Driver's Seat.

My story starts in 1997. I graduated college recently, and was in the market for my first "real"...

Defining "Battle"

Sat, 16 Sep 2000 11:09:36 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - "The Face of Battle" by John Keegan

Every genre needs a Bible of sorts. A reference point for all others to guide the novice to the promised land. Perhaps "The Face of Battle" is not The Bible, but it is one of the most...

When Two World Collide

Wed, 9 Aug 2000 11:18:36 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - "S&M" by Metallica with Michael Kamen and the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra.

Format Reviewed: DVD

Packaging: 2-DVD boxed set. As with "Cunning Stunts" by Metallica, no literature is provided...

Opening Your Eyes

Mon, 3 Jul 2000 21:22:29 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - "Metropolis II: Scenes From A Memory" by Dream Theater

Produced by John Petrucci and Mike Portnoy

Engineered by Doug Oberkircher

1999 Lineup: James LaBrie (vocals), John Myung (bass), John Petrucci (guitar), Mike Portnoy...

Where It All Began

Mon, 3 Jul 2000 20:48:44 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - "Images and Words" by Dream Theater

Produced by David Prater

Engineered by Doug Oberkircher

1992 Lineup: James LaBrie (vocals), John Myung (bass), John Petrucci (guitar), Mike Portnoy (percussion), Kevin Moore (keyboards)
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An Accessible Album

Mon, 3 Jul 2000 19:38:50 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - "Falling Into Infinity" by Dream Theater

Produced and Engineered by Kevin Shirley

1997 Lineup: James LaBrie (vocals), John Myung (bass), John Petrucci (guitar), Mike Portnoy (percussion), Derek Sherinian (keyboards)

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A Complete Retrospective

Mon, 3 Jul 2000 08:15:02 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - "Once In A LiveTime" by Dream Theater

Produced and Engineered by Kevin Shirley

Recorded live at Le Bataclan, Paris, France on June 25, 1998.

1998 Lineup: James LaBrie (vocals), John Myung (bass), John Petrucci (guitars), Mike...

An Epic Unveiled

Sun, 2 Jul 2000 19:45:00 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - "A Change of Seasons" by Dream Theater

Produced by David Preter and Dream Theater

Engineered by Doug Oberkircher

Recorded live at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club located in London, England, January 31, 1995.

1995 Lineup: James...

Going Bump in the Night

Sun, 2 Jul 2000 17:46:08 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - Velodyne CT-150 Subwoofer

Type: 15" forward firing, sealed enclosure

Amplifier: 250 watts, class A/B

High Pass Crossover: 80Hz or 100Hz

Low Pass Crossover: 40Hz to 120Hz

Dimensions: 21" x 18.5" x 20"...

The Basic Player

Sun, 2 Jul 2000 12:50:15 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - Pioneer DV-414 DVD Player

Video Features: S-Video and Component Video outputs

Audio Features: Optical and Coaxial digital outputs, Dolby Digital/DTS-compatible, 96 kHz DAC.

Dimensions: 4" x 11 5/16" x 16 9/16"...

Monolithic Beauties

Sun, 2 Jul 2000 12:12:06 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - NHT Supertwo Speaker

Type: 3-way, vented

Drivers: 1" soft dome tweeter, 6.5" midrange, 6.5" long-throw subwoofer (Note: Top two drivers video-shielded)

Crossover: 120Hz 12db/octave, 2.2kHz 12db/octave high-pass and...

The Heart of the System

Sun, 2 Jul 2000 11:05:39 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Strahd - Denon AVR-3200 Dolby Digital Receiver

Power Ratings: 85Wx5 channels (8ohms, 20Hz-20kHz). All channels rated to drive a 2ohm load.

Notable Features: Six-channel input for external decoder, Cinema EQ, Five-Channel Stereo mode.
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