![]() It aims for the highest levels of performance, safety and quality for any shooter in the field. (Photo/Todd Fletcher)Īccording to the company’s literature, the Beretta APX A1 takes the proven ergonomics and reliability of the APX family to the next level with integrated features derived from feedback from military, law enforcement and tactical shooters. The Beretta APX A1 and the Steiner MPS make a formidable team that should be dependable, reliable and accurate for years of service. In the mid-1980s, the Beretta 92 was selected as the United States military’s standard-issue handgun and was issued as the M9 Pistol. Remarkably, Beretta has been owned by the same family throughout its history. Founded in 1526 – that’s 497 years ago for the mathematically challenged – Beretta has been in continuous business making firearms and firearm accessories for military and law enforcement use. Beretta may have the longest history of any firearm manufacturer in the world. When I was asked if I wanted to review Beretta’s latest law enforcement duty handgun offering, I jumped at the opportunity to get my hands on Beretta’s APX A1. I must have done enough to impress the department rangemaster because he eventually sent me to firearms instructor school using that Beretta 96D. I put tens of thousands of rounds through that pistol trying to become a competent shooter. 40 S&W that looked and felt a lot like the 92. For the majority who have never heard of the Beretta 96D, it was a double-action only. Instead, it was the little-known and rarely issued Beretta 96D. I was utterly disappointed to discover it wasn’t the venerable Beretta 92. ![]() ![]() Comes with 2 magazines.Back when I started my career as a police officer, my first department-issued handgun was a Beretta. The Beretta APX Semi-Auto Pistol disassembles easily into 5 subcomponents. Dovetailed, 3-dot sights are quick to acquire in varied light conditions and an integral Picatinny rail provides for attaching aftermarket tactical accessories. The Nitride-finished slide features wide, aggressive serration to maximize the shooter's grip. ![]() The APX has a unique striker deactivation button that allows fieldstripping the weapon without pulling the trigger first. The trigger mechanism also features a drop safety and there is an automatic striker block safety. A safety lever in the center of the trigger prevents the pistol from firing unless the trigger is intentionally pressed in the center and pulled all the way back. The trigger breaks cleanly, and it has a tactile and audible short reset. The distance from the bore axis to the top of the handgrip has been kept to a minimum to enhance accurate fire on quick follow-up shots. ![]() The APX comes with 3 interchangeable backstraps to customize fit for nearly any hand. The polymer frame houses an internal, serialized, stainless steel chassis, allowing true modularity. This is a full-size sidearm tailored for military and law enforcement use, which is also well suited for civilian personal defense. The APX™ Semi-Auto Pistol from Beretta® utilizes a striker-fired mechanism and outstanding ergonomics to deliver rapid shots on target, with precision accuracy and unfailing reliability. ![]()
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![]() ![]() added an option to show abbreviated stanza labels to make more room for lyric text.completely redesigned the arrangement/song playback controls at the bottom of the screen and added auto-scrolling and variable-speed song playback.everything to do with song editing (lyrics, chords, metadata) is now on one screen rather than split into two screens.sending a set list by email now includes the list of sets/songs in the text (no lyrics/chords) as well as a link to import into SongSheet on another iPad.improved library organisation and filtering can now view all songs by author as well as by title set lists can be rearranged, etc.re-written for iOS 7 (apologies to 5.x and 6.x users! but version 1.3.4 will continue to work for them) with a cleaner better organised UI.Would love to do what you're suggesting, but that's a lot more work and have a list of other things to get through first!! The problem with that layout up there (which is what you get on all those lyrics websites) is that unless somebody already knows what he's doing, he can't follow the music and just play along.īookmarked for v2. four bars per line, I can add lyrics if I want to, but they follow the layout, not the other way round. I'm looking for something similar, except built around the music, not around the lyrics. But that limits editing to the pre-scan paper phase (with limited addition afterwards), making duplication and rearrangement for new projects/different shows impossible. The closest to what I need that I've found is a piece of paper, scanned and added into SetList Maker. My sheets are actually a mix of chords, notation for some lines, vocals for cues, and instructions for structure. That doesn't do lyrics at all, though it's the direction I'd like to go at it from. It uses bar space as you described and typical music notation. It's still pretty reasonably priced.Īlso, it can be a good composition tool. After the initial download of the application where they like to make their money is by selling you different drum machine packs. This allows you to play any of the songs that are currently available through the iReal balk or your own compositions. It comes with a simplisticĭrum machine with backing tracks. I believe it's based on the current Hal Leonard version. Rb4u1 wrote:You might want to take a look at iReal Pro. ![]() It's a one year old application and development is active, with a free upgrade to version 2.0 announced for january. I had a quick reply from its author to a question I asked via the "support" web page. It does not have the midi program change send funtionnlity, but my priority was on a simple, quick and clear tool to edit and display simple song sheets. I think SongSheet is different from the other apps I looked at : Setlist maker, yamaha setlist organizer, onSong, iOpenSongs, mainly because of its editor. It's a singer, writer and player's tool, not too expensive, does its job. Play / Sing along : practice, rehearsal Structure : identify sections, verse, chorus, A, B. Lyrics : write down or copy/paste them from another app (mail, web, doc, pdf) I tried the one named "SongSheet", it works fine for me, so I decided to share here. I was looking for an app to write my song sheets straight on the iPad. ![]() ![]() ![]() Unfortunately, you’ll need the software to use any RGB besides the 7 effects stored in the keyboard’s memory. You also get a cozy, plush leatherette magnetic wrist rest and four onboard memory profiles. That includes high-end doubleshot ABS plastic keycaps that felt good during testing and looked good too, resisting smudges notably better than rivals and the keyboard’s aluminum top plate. The Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro is our favorite wireless keyboard for gaming because it offers you a full-size, full-height mechanical switch experience, plus all the features you’d expect in a premium gaming clacker. It also only comes in a 75 percent form factor, which might be a little too small for some gamers (it’s slightly smaller than a TKL, which is an 87 percent form factor). It’s not quite perfect, however - it relies on Asus’ peripheral software, Armoury Crate, which is somehow the worst peripheral software we’ve ever used. It also has excellent battery life - up to 2,000 hours over 2.4GHz wireless, with the OLED screen and lighting turned off. Its chassis is plastic to prevent interference with wireless connectivity (it has both 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth), but it sports a metal top plate and has three layers of internal sound dampening foam - and, as a result, sounds amazing. The ROG Azoth is a gasket mount mechanical keyboard with hot-swappable switches (you can purchase it with Asus’ NX switches in red/linear, brown/tactile, or blue/clicky), per-key RGB, and doubleshot PBT keycaps. ![]() It’s also highly customizable, from its 2-inch OLED screen to its hot-swappable switches, and it comes with a full accessory kit (complete with a DIY lube station) for those who want full control of their gaming keyboard experience. The Asus ROG Azoth is the best wireless gaming keyboard we’ve used - it’s speedy, responsive, and reliable while gaming, and it also offers an incredibly satisfying typing experience. The Best Wireless Keyboards You Can Buy Today If you can plug the keyboard in and use it while you're charging, you won't have to worry about downtime. It's also handy to have a keyboard that works when plugged in via USB, even if you plan to be wireless most of the time. A 2.4GHz connection uses a USB dongle, so you'll need a spare USB port - but pairing is a lot simpler and the latency will be reduced drastically when compared to Bluetooth. That said, if you're only going to use your keyboard with a PC or Mac, and you plan on gaming, you'll want to go with a 2.4GHz connection. So these are good if you want to use your best wireless keyboard with multiple devices. Most laptops and many desktops these days support Bluetooth. While some will want every possible key, others prefer a smaller keyboard to save space on their desk, or something that's smaller for easier travel.īluetooth or 2.4GHz: If you want a wireless keyboard that you can use with smartphones and tablets, opt for a Bluetooth keyboard. So whenever possible, get an inexpensive switch tester to try out different options, or try to find a keyboard you’re considering in a store to get a feel for it before buying.įull-size, tenkeyless, or smaller? Tenkeyless keyboards ditch the number pad, while 65% models often eliminate navigation keys, and 60% boards also usually cut the arrow keys. The type of switch that’s best for you depends on personal preference and your use cases and needs. The latter tend to have a mushier feel but are much better at surviving things like spilled drinks. ![]() There are dozens of other switch types, including optical-mechanical and membrane. But clicky switches are usually noisy, which can bother other people nearby (or even the person typing or gaming). Those who type for a living usually prefer “clicky” switches with a tactile bump (often labeled as blue, white, or green) that you can feel when the switch actuates. But, this kind of switch often results in more mistakes (often repeated letters) when typing. Many gamers prefer linear switches (often labeled as red or brown) because they make it easier to mash the same buttons repeatedly in quick succession. But for those that do, you’ll have plenty of switch options, depending on the model you choose. ![]() Pick your switch: Not all of the best wireless keyboards will use mechanical switches. A single light color will get the job done, but RGB backlighting lets you change things up. But if you work or game late into the night and don’t want to (or can’t) switch on overhead lights, a keyboard with backlit keys is what you should be looking for. Backlighting / RGB: The least-expensive wireless keyboards won’t likely have backlighting, which is OK if you always use your keyboard in a well-lit space. ![]() ![]() You can always ask an expert in the Excel Tech Community or get support in the Answers community. To edit a macro, in the Developer tab, click Macros, select the name of the macro, and click Edit. You will find how to record a macro and insert VBA code in Excel, copy macros from one workbook to another, enable and disable them, view the code, make changes, and a lot more. On the Developer tab, in the Code group, click Stop Recording. by Svetlana Cheusheva, updated on MaThis tutorial will set you on your way to learning Excel macros. The following example shows how to re-write the Macro1 VBA code sample. On the Developer tab, click Record Macro. The first hurdle people often face when starting to write Excel macros in Python. In the Customize the Ribbon category, in the Main Tabs list, select the Developer check box, and then click Save. Go to Excel > Preferences… > Ribbon & Toolbar. By default, the Developer tab is not visible, so do the following: Make sure the Developer tab is visible on the ribbon. This VBA code library is a list of useful VBA codes for Excel that you can start using immediately. This results in time saved and more reliable work. To learn about how to run a macro, see Run a macro. 24 minute read Excel VBA Code Library - Useful Macros for Beginners Alan Murray Excel macro codes can be used to automate regular Excel tasks and prevent you from performing them manually. To learn more about creating macros, see Create or delete a macro. This time, see if anything different happens! ![]() Some of the code will probably be clear to you, and some of it may be a little mysterious.Įxperiment with the code, close the Visual Basic Editor, and run your macro again. See how the actions that you recorded appear as code. To edit a macro, in the Code group on the Developer tab, click Macros, select the name of the macro, and click Edit. You can learn a little about the Visual Basic programming language by editing a macro. On the Developer tab, click Stop Recording. Perform the actions you want to automate, such as entering boilerplate text or filling down a column of data. Optionally, enter a name for the macro in the Macro name box, enter a shortcut key in the Shortcut key box, and a description in the Description box, and then click OK to start recording. In the Code group on the Developer tab, click Record Macro. For more information, see Show the Developer tab. ![]() Macros and VBA tools can be found on the Developer tab, which is hidden by default, so the first step is to enable it. ![]() ![]() ![]() If you have been working on anger management techniques such a taking deep breaths, then remind the child to practice it. If this is an ongoing problem, then simply stick to the program/plan you have already set in place. However, you absolutely need to follow up the next day with a detailed discussion on how this can and must be avoided in the future. If this is an isolated incident, then problem solving could avoid a major meltdown. ![]() I have always advised parents of children with severe ADHD symptoms to do this because you have to pick and choose your battles. What I am saying here is that sometimes it is okay for us to listen to where our child is coming from. Let me be clear: I’m not saying that you should give in to your child every time he stalls or whines. Tomorrow we can talk about this and come up with a solution so that from now on you will be able to finish what you are doing and go to bed on time.” You might say, “Okay, for tonight you can finish the game. I am not saying you don’t have to go to bed now, but do you have any ideas on how we can solve this?”įor discussion’s sake, let’s say he only wants to play for a few more minutes and you decide for tonight to let him finish the game to avoid an hour or more of meltdown, versus a few more minutes of game time. I want you to go to bed because it’s your bedtime and you need your sleep to feel good and do well at school and at baseball tomorrow, but you want to stay up later to finish your game. What is bothering you about this? “ Perhaps the child says, “I need to finish my video game so I can get to the next level.” You then can say, “So here is the problem we have. For instance, if the problem is not wanting to go to bed, you might say, “I understand you do not want to go to bed right now even thought 9:00 is your usual bedtime. What’s up? “ Find out what your child is concerned about. When you can see your child just starting to get agitated, ask, “What seems to be making you upset?” Listen carefully and then respond empathetically, by saying something like, “Okay, I see you (want or don’t want) _. Good leaders listen to the people they are leading and incorporate the feedback they receive. It is not giving in if you modify a situation in a way that is more accepting to the child while still meeting your needs. LET’S see how WE BOTH can solve the problem.” Find out what the child’s concern is. If you do not have a plan in place, then you can respond by saying “ Okay, WE have a problem here. As an example, you might have agreed on a nonverbal sign that signals he or she should calm down, with a reward given (like points earned on a chart) if they respond to the sign and calm down. If you and your child have already agreed on how meltdowns are to be handled, then implement the plan. (For more guidance and concrete advice on how to work with your child, check out Total Focus, a program to help your ADD or ADHD child focus and behave.) 2. I used these techniques with our son with ADHD when he was growing up, and it helped both of us regain calm more quickly. Have him practice taking a deep breath or counting to ten at the first sign of being upset when he’s calm, so he can “get it down” and be able to draw upon these techniques when he’s about to lose it. Agreeing to use a timer (instead of dad) and stop when the timer says to stop can work well to avoid this kind of situation.Īlong the same vein, working with your ADHD child on relaxation techniques can also help. This can become ugly and result in a fight-which will lead to fewer such play situations. For instance, let’s say your son is having a great time “rough housing” with dad, but does not want to stop when dad feels it has gone on long enough. Some ADHD kids lack the ability to be flexible and therefore go into meltdown mode when there is a change in routine-or when an expected event does not happen. Ask questions to make sure he understands. So as a parent, when you’re having a discussion with your child, pause frequently to make sure he is getting your point. Realize, also, that kids with ADHD and ADD often aren’t fully tuned in to what is going on around them they miss important information, which causes them to misinterpret a situation and then react to what they think is going on rather than to what really happened. “, it takes less to trigger an anger episode, and it can last for a longer period of time compared to other children.” This is the result of their “ brain difference.” What this means is that it takes less to trigger an anger episode, and it can last for a longer period of time compared to other children. Often the brain circuitry that regulates their emotions is dysfunctional. Children with ADHD are more prone to meltdowns for a number of reasons. ![]() ![]() For more, check out whether XDefiant will have a battle royale mode and our guide to the game’s Ranked Play. Posting unmarked spoilers will result in removal and warning, and posting spoilers with malicious intent will result in a ban. Mark Rubin’s comments make it clear that there are no plans to bring Killstreaks to XDefiant, but it’s possible we may see a mode in which players earn their abilities through a similar system. Please report posts containing spoilers unless they are hidden using the following method or are inside a thread clearly labeled as containing spoilers. ![]() If you want to promote without participating in the community, purchase an ad. For more information, see the self-promotion on reddit FAQ. Some promotional submitting (posting your own projects, articles, etc.) is permitted, but it must be balanced out by a much greater level of non-promotion participation in reddit - the rule of thumb is no more than 10% of your submissions may be promotional. Promotion must be kept within acceptable limits.Follow all specific content restrictions.No off-topic or low-effort content or comments. ![]()
![]() ![]() The adjacent 3-story motel was originally built in 1962 as a 57-room Travel Inn Motel. ![]() This suite can now be rented by the public and it is in the Gold Spike property and not The Oasis. Gold Spike renovated its top floor into a penthouse suite for the thirty-first season of the MTV television series Real World, Real World: Go Big or Go Home. In 2014, Gold Spike reopened the former casino area as a bar and lounge with social games. ![]() Hsieh was reported to be considering several ideas for the property, including a boutique hotel, specialty retail space, or a club, but ruled out a casino, saying that he was "trying to help build a community". Siegel retained rights to the Gold Spike name, and said that the company needed to dispose of smaller properties on its way to owning larger casinos on the Strip. Siegel then announced that it had sold the Gold Spike to the Downtown Project, and that the casino would close on April 14. In April 2013, it was reported that the property's debt had been acquired by Tony Hsieh's Downtown Project, a campaign to revitalize downtown Las Vegas. In May 2010, the Oasis Pool opened, giving Gold Spike a swimming pool. īy April 2010, all guest floors and the exterior of the hotel has been completely remodeled and renovated. The first floor, containing the gaming floor, the bar, and the restaurant, was completely renovated by February 2009. As one author wrote, the Gold Spike now has "Quartz walls, tile floors, wood accents, and new everything", making it "a very modern boutique hotel in the heart of downtown". The Siegel Group set out to completely renovate the property and combine it with an old and forgotten 52-room motel located next to the property. Ĭovin sold The Gold Spike on Februfor $21 million to The Siegel Group. On July 23, 2007, Greg Covin bought the property for $15.6 million with the intention of turning it into a boutique hotel. Remodeling of the bar after its purchase by Hsieh In a few years the property was offered for sale. After the purchase, management discontinued the table games and only offered slot machines. īarrick Gaming Corp was in partnership with Tamares Group. This sale, along with several other downtown Las Vegas hotel/casinos, was completed in 2004, for a combined total of about $82 million. On December 6, 2002, Jackie Gaughan agreed to sell the Gold Spike and three other casinos to Barrick Gaming. The Gold Spike, for many years, was known as an inexpensive downtown Las Vegas hotel with decent rooms, limited amenities, and a decent sized casino. In 1983 Jackie Gaughan purchased the property after it had been closed for several months. It originally opened in 1976 as the 112-room Rendezvous, owned by the 76 Corporation. The hotel portion of the building was recently converted into permanent and temporary workforce housing for Downtown Project, entrepreneurs, and Zappos Oasis hotel is a separate building on the same property. After a three-week remodel, Gold Spike re-opened the casino as a restaurant and bar on May 6, 2013. Hsieh closed the casino on April 14, 2013. It was owned by entrepreneur Tony Hsieh and his Downtown Project, having bought it from The Siegel Group and the casino was operated by Golden Gaming. It is connected with the Oasis at the Gold Spike, a 50-room three floor hotel located in downtown Las Vegas. Gold Spike (formerly Gold Spike Hotel & Casino) is a bar, lounge, residential building, and former boutique 112-room, seven floor hotel. ![]() ![]() ![]() Nikkei inches down as investors pause rally, posts 6th straight monthly gain Japan's Nikkei tracks Wall Street higher on boost from chip-related stocks Japan's Nikkei rebounds on boost from chip-related stocks ![]() Japanese stocks draw biggest weekly foreign inflow in five weeks announces an Equity Buyback for 30,000,000 shares, representing 1.49% for ¥100,000 million. Provides Consolidated Earnings Guidance for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2024 Provides Dividend for the Full Year Fiscal 2024 Provides Dividend for the Second Quarter End of Fiscal Year 2024 Shin-Etsu Chemical Skips Share Repurchase in July Natural Capital" (page 26) in this report. *2 Scope 2: Emissions generated when producing energy purchased by the Company (e.g., emissions triggered when generating purchased electricity)įor more information on our commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050, please see "Sources of Our Competitiveness: *1 Scope 1: Direct emissions from facilities owned and controlled by the Company (e.g., emissions generated during the combustion of substances such as heavy oil and natural gas) We will also further focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions through the Shin-Etsu Group's products and technologies to help achieve carbon neutrality around the world. Shin-Etsu Chemical has committed to carbon neutrality by 2050Īt the end of May 2023, the Company committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2050 and formulated a plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions generated in the course of Shin-Etsu Group's business activities (Scope 1* 1 and 2* 2) to net zero. We also added a new section, "Messages from Outside Directors."įor more detailed information, follow the links below: ![]() In the 2023 edition, we have expanded the sections on each of the six forms of capital that constitute the source of the Group's competitive advantage, focusing on human capital, intellectual capital, and natural capital. In editing this report, we consulted the International Integrated Reporting Framework published by the Value Reporting Foundation (VRF) and Guidance for Collaborative Value Creation published by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. (Shin-Etsu Chemical) and its consolidated subsidiaries in Japan and overseas. 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![]() ![]() You can also use a regular smoker instead of a smoker tube. (On a charcoal grill, just remove the baking tin and serve.) If cooking on a gas grill, turn off the grill, close the lid and let rest in the grill with the smoker tube for 10 minutes more before serving. Remove the foil, close the grill and cook 10 minutes more. Cook until the pasta is al dente, about 30 minutes. ![]() Garnish with chopped parsley (optional) and serve immediately. Add in the half-and-half then the cream cheese. Melt butter in a 12-inch cast iron skillet and add flour to make a roux. Remove the smoked mac-and-cheese from the grill. Preheat the smoker to 225 degrees F and prepare the noodles according to the packaging. Allow the mac-and-cheese to smoke until bubbly and golden brown, approximately 40 minutes. Cover tightly with foil and place on the indirect part of the grill. Set the casserole dish in the center of the grill’s main cooking grate. Sprinkle with the remaining shredded cheese. Spread the uncooked macaroni in a disposable 9-by-13-inch foil baking tin and pour the sauce over. Off heat, whisk in half of the shredded Cheddar and Gouda and all of the processed cheese cubes to make a smooth sauce. Best Smoked Mac and Cheese on a Pellet Grill Published: Modified: by Jeri Walker This post may contain affiliate links 4 Comments Sharing is Caring Jump to Recipe There is no better comfort food than a piping hot bowl of Smoked Mac and Cheese. elbow macaroni 1 cup flour 12 tablespoons of butter 2 cups of whole milk 8 oz cream cheese. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened and smooth, about 5 minutes. Chopped bacon pieces (Matt cures his own bacon for 7 days) 1 lb. Whisk in the smoked paprika, then whisk in the milk and cream. Cook, stirring, until the mixture smells nutty but hasn’t browned, about 2 minutes. Most people love mac and cheese, but have you ever tried smoked mac and cheese If you have then you know how much better it is over traditional oven baked v. Stir in the flour to make a smooth paste. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. ![]() Prepare a smoker tube with smoking pellets according to the manufacturer’s instructions and set on the grill to begin smoking (see Cook's Note). Prepare a grill for medium indirect heat (about 375 degrees F if your grill has a thermometer for a gas grill, leave one or two burners on low or off for a charcoal grill, bank the coals on one side of the grill). ![]() |
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