#Amazon soundtrack as something definitely because I love what mr Bear did there

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So, the Gift of Men

Or: how I interpret it. It has two parts, but probably veery connected. (kinda long)

Fate not defined by Music

This... is either part of the Gift or not actually was there from the start. Which would be hilarious if it wasn't tragic, because it again falls into "Morgoth does stuff that seems genius to him, stuff explodes in his face later".

Humans don't have a natural tendency. Neither to good, or to a particular career path. They do have skills, sure, so for example some make better warriors, but they don't have it on the level of fate. Unless someone puts a fate on a human (Turin, Tuor) but even then, humans are very slippery (Turin did make a lot of bad choices and I don't think the curse would work without this). Humans are not bound by fate.

To clarify: Neither are Elves bound by it absolutely, as they have free-will, but they are (at least: without human intervention) bound in the Oedipus sense. No matter what free choices they make, some things end up happening. It's up to discussion how it works with the Ainur, but i would put them on the Elves-shelf.

Also, if someone was to change the Music... the ability to act independently of it would be necessary for this I guess? How can you even change something back in time?

I would say you can't change the meaning of a piece of music that already exists, but the soundtrack to the infamous series does exactly this (kudos for mr Bear). Recontextualize, at least.

Oh, this soundtrack. If you hate the series, its soundtrack is a perfect illustration of "things more wonderful, which he himself [Amazon] hath not imagined". If you love it, the soundtrack a wonderful. part of it.

Not tied so closely to Arda

So, humans die and are imperfect and get sick and whatnot. but is that a problem with humans or with Arda?

OK now that I think about it more, it's still the same as part 1. Humans can go out because we have no fate (of that kind at least) to bind us in. Unless something does bind, like a ring or an oath (does it mean... does it mean an oath could also unbind an elf? does it mean that darkness everlasting = a stupid name for whatever-happens-to-humans? I asked it before I think.).

Humans will go out because... some reason? Judging by the Numenorians, it may be something in the style of "we make a lot of choices, even if small, that untangle us from Arda, because they don't harmonize with how Arda is)

But with what happens to Arda, this has an aspect of "not being tied to a sinking ship". Kind of?

Lost my train of thought again.

TLDR: It's a beautiful, unpredictable thing even if it's "no beta we die".

Bonus: seeking

To quote another author (also great!) "To be human is to want which we cannot have". Humans are always a) causing problems they can't solve (and sometimes even the Valar can't), and b) wanting things they can't have (elves do this too, and

No, that's a thing the Eldar also do a lot. That's a thing Melkor invented before Elves even happened. Both of those. Still, as humans are Melkor-coded, it is still a very human thing. It doesn't sound like a gift. Then, maybe, the gift would be some kind of solution to this. Creative problems need creative solutions.

Still, humans get crazy ideas.

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Most expensive headphones 2020

AHG’s Top 12 most expensive headphones

Everyone loves a good top 10 list. Music lovers and audiophiles are no different. However, at AHG we always like to over-deliver. So, today we are going that extra mile and doing a top 12 list (I know, you ladies and gents are spoiled). Today’s top 12 list is stepping into the world of silly expensive headphones. Some of these headphones are so expensive they could help a small country reduce its deficit, pay for your university education, put a down payment on a house or get you 120000 cheeseburgers at McDonald’s (some of us can only dream). We did not discriminate on this list as to why the headphones are the cost that they are. Some of the headphones have been ’blinged up’ bigtime and others are expensive based on their technology etc.

Not all, but the most expensive headphones on this list will only ever be a reality for the top 1% (Right Mr. Trump?).

We figure if banks and governments can print money as much as they want in 2020, why can’t we ‘make it rain’ with the money tree as well and dream about buying these cans too?

We have compiled this list from various websites, such as What Hi-Fi, Headphone Review, specific headphone retailer websites and of course internet search engines.

Without further ado, here is AHG’s top 12 list of the most expensive headphones in the world!

  12. oBravo EAMT-1s Cost: $4,780 on release

With oBravo EMAT-1s, the mantra of “less is more” is all about being small “in-ear” headphones but with the capability to give over-ear models a run for their money. With a ceramic handcrafted body, giving you the premium feel that you deserve, EMAT-1s packs hybrid dynamic AMT that delivers unparalleled quality sound for their size. They are also the size of a quarter and I am sure easily lost in day to day life. Could you imagine sucking one of these up with the vacuum by accident? Maybe the dog eats one (you will be following him/her around for days to get it back).

https://www.whathifi.com/us/news/ps3699-obravo-eamt-1s-worlds-most-expensive-in-ear-headphones

  11. Abyss AB-1266 Cost: $4995

Remember when Nietzsche said, “When you stare into the abyss the abyss stares back at you”. Well, he was definitely way ahead of his time. The Abyss AB-1266’s has the capability to dig a hole in your wallet so the deep that it will stare back at you through this hole. They are housed with 66 mm planar magnetic speaker drivers to deliver incredible quality sound. Coupled with aluminum frame and posh ear pads. These are sure to provide you comfort with a great audio experience (While the abyss stares back at you. ).

https://abyss-headphones.com/collections/abyss-headphones

  10. Final Audio Design Sonorous X Cost: $4,998.99 USD

This pair is Final Audio’s response to the needs of the premium headphone market. This headphone set comes with the BAM mechanism, and it does not mean ‘Beauty and Music’, which is something Design Sonorous X really exemplifies. The BAM actually means Balancing Air Movement, which is Final Audio’s fancy way of saying “mechanism that delivers bass, tones and deep, three-dimensional spatial reproduction”. I am sold, can I pay with Amazon gift certificates?

https://snext-final.com/en/products/detail/SONOROUSX.html

  9. Ultrasone ED5 LTD Edition 5 Cost: $5,999 on release

Though you might feel that the term “Ultra” in Ultrasone refers to a massive price tag (Which it does). Rest assured you are getting your bang for your buck as these headphones deliver marvellous sound quality especially when it comes to tonality. If you dig neutral or natural sound signatures, then its tonality is sure to give you an eargasm.

https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/662521795152445450/?amp_client_id=CLIENT_ID(_)&mweb_unauth_id=&simplified=true

  8. Napa Leather Rhinestone Headphones with Crown – Frends and D&G Compilation

Cost: $8895 USD on release

These are from Dolce and Gabbana’s Fall/winter collection of 2015. They were designed in collaboration with Frends. The headband and the padded ear cushions are covered in gold nappa leather, while the whole thing (crown and all) is covered in Swarovski crystals and pearls and set with gold-plated filigree. To top it all off Rihanna posted a selfie on Twitter of her wearing these headphones while listening to her latest album (Anti). They sold out in a day. I am sure they sound terrible. D&G needs to stay in their lane.

https://hausofrihanna.com/rihanna-dolce-gabbana-frends-gold-crown-headphones/

  7. Warwick Acoustics Aperio

Cost: $24000-$35000 USD

According to Warwick acoustics

‘The Warwick Acoustics APERIO is designed without compromise to set new standards in sound reproduction, and to redefine the level of audio performance achievable in a headphone system.’

This system will run you about $24000 USD for the normal version. Or you can get the “bling bling’ Limited-Edition Gold Aperio. The headphone grilles, hardware, and Amplifier front panel have all been custom hand-finished in 99.9999% pure 24 Karat Gold. Each Gold APERIO also bears a unique individually numbered ‘Limited Edition’ nameplate that sits on top of the Amplifier. If you did not have the Midas touch already then you do now J

https://www.moon-audio.com/warwick-acoustics-aperio.html

  6. Sennheiser Orpheus/HE90

Cost: $16000 in 1991, about $30000 today

In 1991, Sennheiser asked its engineers to make the best headphones in the world. The Orpheus HE90 were the final result of this challenge and only 300 were ever made. Their original price tag was an eye-watering $16000 USD. With inflation over time, this is right around $30000 USD today in 2020. These things are also very scarce, so you could pay even more to get a good set that works well and has all the components. See what I mean with this example:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/283451085941

  5. V-Moda Crossfade M-100 Cost: $40,000

With V-Moda Crossfade M-100, we are approaching the Arab filthy rich grade of finer things in life. The $40,000 price tag is only for those who will be opting for the super posh Platinum option. These headphones are 3D-printed, and custom built in a precious metal of your choice (silver, bronze, 14-k white gold or even platinum.)  Which gives us peasants hope.

  4. HIFIMAN Shangri-La

Cost: $50,000 USD

According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, Shangri-La is defined as ‘a remote beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection’. The first synonym given is ‘Utopia’ (Focal will have something to say about that a little later). The Shangri-La brings the heat with a less than 0.001 mm Nanotech driver, delivering lightning-fast response with virtually zero distortion. Metal mesh stators work in proximity to the ultra-thin diaphragm to provide superior openness and less distortion. The frequency response is extended from 7Hz to 120kHz. The distinct design of the Shangri-La’s relay-based attenuator has a 24-step level of volume control and utilizes a total of 23 separate resistors. Every volume level being unique and independent. Mere noise gives way to a pure and heavenly reproduction of any harmony. Do not forget about the custom designed HIFIMAN 300B Tube amplifier, which acts as the warm beating heart, pumping the audio lifeblood of the Shangri-La. That description is about as poetic as it can get with a set of headphones. You might not find your wallet can hear this poetry as it is beaten to death from the staggering $50000 USD price tag.

https://www.moon-audio.com/hifiman-shangri-la-headphones-amplifier-system.html

  3. Sennheiser Orpheus/HE-1 Cost: $55,000

Sennheiser did not stop with the HE90’s. In 2015, they decided to improve on the HE90’s and the HE1 was born. The HE1 tube amplifier is built into a piece of Carrara marble – a stone made famous by Michelangelo as he used it in his art. Everything about these headphones’ oozes sophistication, luxury and dolla fricken bills. To deliver the best sound, the HE-1 have 2.4 mm platinum-vaporised diaphragms (WTF?). Now they cannot be your typical daily use headphones, but for those occasions when you simply want to look like a posh playboy/girl yacht owner, these will fit the bill. Despite ranking 3rd on the list in price these actually are the most expensive headphones ever made. Why is that you ask? Because 1, 2 and 5 on the list have been rolled in gold, silver, platinum and some precious stones to pump up the value. Those headphones are kind of like when gummy bears were not good enough anymore and everyone wanted sour patch kids as they were rolled in that extra goodness. The HE1’s actually cost their price due to their technology and their goodness is aplenty minus all the bling.

https://www.cnet.com/news/sennheiser-he1-the-worlds-most-expensive-headphone/

2. Onkyo H900M 20-carat Diamonds Cost: $100,000 USD

The Onkyo H900M headphones only cost about $450 USD normally. With these spectacular diamond-covered headphones, we welcome you to the “Kardashian Club” because the best thing they do is just BLING! The Onkyo H900M 20-carat Diamonds headphones cost $100000 USD. Which makes them 222 times more valuable than the normal model. The diamonds are encrusted on the earpads and even on the cable remote. These are not built with audiophiles in mind. ‘Diamonds’ by Rihanna can definitely be the soundtrack for these headphones though.

https://www.whathifi.com/news/onkyo-adds-20-carat-diamonds-to-its-h900m-headphones

  1. Focal Utopia Tournaire Cost: $120,000

Pardon!

  What happens when a Hi-Fi company meets a jeweller? Well, they create the Focal Utopia by Tournaire. From number 5 on this list we started with the Arab filthy rich grades of headphones, the topper here is full blown Bezos rich. The Utopia by Tournaire has diamonds encrusted on the outer cups and sides of the headband, there are other gems and gold sprinkled everywhere. Plus, if you want to add the next next level of swagger, then you can purchase the Tournaire headphone stand that costs an additional $12,000 USD.

https://www.whathifi.com/us/news/focal-utopia-tournaire-are-worlds-most-expensive-headphones

The Million Dollar Man said it best.

  As we wrap up, let’s wipe the tears away from our eyes over the cost of these headphones. These headphones are so expensive that even the saddest songs will only provide you with a sense of accomplishment that you could afford them! So which of the most expensive headphones on this list do you desire? Comment below.

  from AHG https://www.accessoryhouseglobal.com/most-expensive-headphones/

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Very well written, seems to be very truthful--you still rock Mr. Gregg Allman-God Bless you--even more:0 This book really grabbed a hold of and kept my attention. I received the book on a Friday afternoon. I finished to book by Saturday morning! I did not stay up all night reading this either----it just really was fascinating. Gregg Allman realizes how incredibly blessed he is to be alive, and has found a way to not live in regret-yet take full (I think) responsibility for both his great achievements and his sometimes knee-jerk type decision making that were/are apart of his personality. Not to give too much away--he has a big regret of something he did and said right before Duanne had his life-taking accident. I think trying to live with this guilt, he made some other bad decisions trying to hide from that guilt. I know the guilt in the regrets of something said right before losing someone dear. Time does little to get rid of that horrible feeling. This book is very uplifting in showing that a life can be turned around--and the music only gets better as the peace finally settles in this surprisingly deep man. We are rooting for you!! Mr. Allman :0 Go to Amazon

Fascinating This book is blisteringly honest and that gives the events depicted a more dramatic and emotional impact. Greg Allman certainly has expereinced the highs and lows from those that everyone knows about to those that are completely obscure. Some of the stories are quite humorous such as Greg and Duane's attempts to avoid the draft for Vietnam. These and other stories like them made me laugh quite heartily. The passion for music certainly comes through and the dedication that drove this group to superstardom. The stories behind famous songs such as Ramblin Man, Melissa, etc are fun to read. All bands seem to struggle with conflicts beween their members and the Allman Brothers was no exception. The struggle with Dickey Betts was a main example and the portrayal of that conflict actually led to some amusing stories.Like many other rock memoirs the role drugs, alcohol and addiction play among the musicians stands out as one of the more perplexing aspects of the industry. This book definitely does not glamoirze the addiction issue and the stories there are painful to read. So all in all its a very raw, powerful and fascinating portrayal. You won't get the King's English here but you didn't expect or need that anyway. Go to Amazon

Unbelievable I have never read a book that was so honest, it made me laugh (when Greg shoots himself in the foot after his brother paints a bulls eye on his shoe to avoid the draft) and bought a tear to my eye thinking about the personal losses and individual struggles each band member suffered death, bad relationships drug and alcohol abuse ( by his own admission he was an alcoholic and a heroin addict when he married Cher) and yet they all pushed on for the sake of their music. Greg may have made some bad decisions based on his addictions and his family suffered without question but he brought so much happiness to millions of people through his music and the people he helped along the way. I believe his music will continue to inspire future generations who have yet to hear it. His final comment was he had a hell of a life but if he had to do it all over again he would take a pass. This to me is the saddest comment of all because the world was a better place with you in it Gregory. Thanks for all the great music and may you Rest In Peace !!! Go to Amazon

I think I know the man a bit better... Reading Greg's memoir has really given me a better appreciation for who he was, especially in light of his death, which hit me hard, because even though I never got to see the Allman Brothers Band or even Greg solo, like so many others they were part of the musical soundtrack to my life growing up. To this day, listening to "Ain't Wastin' Time No More" puts me in mind of driving down the road on a beautiful sunny summertime day just being glad to be alive, "Melissa" is one of the sweetest most wistful and beautiful songs the Allmans ever did, and "Trouble No More" is guaranteed to get me boogieing most every time. I loved Greg's honesty and humility in the telling of his life story, and though I wouldn't take much consolation from Greg's spiritual counsel I'm glad that he got off the drugs and drink and got to a better place in his life and was even able to forgive several folks from his past that had done him or the Allmans wrong in some way. I never met him, but through this book I at least feel like I understand who he was and what he went through a bit better. That's helped me grieve the passing of one of the key guys from one of the greatest southern rock bands ever! There will never be another Greg Allman or another band like the Allman Brothers Band, but I'm glad they gave what they did to the rock music world, and rock is much better for it. Go to Amazon

Gregg Allman Gives the Reader a Look Behind tbe Curtain ... I have been an Allman Brothers fan since the first time I heard "Live at the Fillmore East" in 1972. I was in the Navy and heading from Missouri to my new base at Quonset Point, Rhode Island ... and mind you this was an 8-track tape I had bought just before leaving on my trip there ... but I was totally hooked on their sound from then on. I no longer have that 8-track ... but I have most everything the Brothers have done. A natural listening offshoot was Gregory Allman ... and again, I have all his solo works. But listening is only half the story ... and while any number of Rolling Stone ... or even the occasional People magazine ... try to give insight ... this book really enlightened me. The journey Allman took me on felt as though he was sitting across the room ... his words connected, and they brought him to life in a very entertaining way. His life has seen incredible highs, and oh so devastating lows ... but it is obvious, the music ... and "the brotherhood" helped him to survive. It is at times a confessional ... other times a painful reminder, that the "rock n roll lifestyle" is a seductive mistress, that will steal your soul ... your dreams ... and even your very life if you let it. Gregory Allman's book is a must read for all Allman Brother fans ... or anyone who wants a real look behind the curtain. I highly recommend "My Cross to Bear" ... you will have a whole new appreciation for one of rock music's true artist. Go to Amazon

My Cross to Bear Five Stars I enjoyed this book very much it is written in such ... Thank you Gregory for this book. Good read for Gregg Allman fans. It's the 2nd time I read it & this time ... A MUST Read Inside look at the Allman Brothers Band Amazing talent Boring book.