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Chicago | Guitarist, video editor

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The coolest thing I've seen in a while was this original stage closet door, that was preserved with a sheet of clear plexiglass. Check out the plaque, and you'll see what I mean 👀

#history #bigband #jazz #swing #ballroom #bigballs #music
Wooden door with engraved text on a textured wall, illuminated by a light fixture, with a plaque nearby. Plaque on a yellow wall commemorates the Indiana Roof ballroom's jazz history, sponsored by the Indianapolis Jazz Club on Nov. 13, 1986. A wooden plaque with black text and stars lists baseball players and their game dates from 1928 to 1934. Wooden box with names and dates written in black ink. Stars and handprints are also visible. The box appears to be a memorial or tribute.
February 13, 2026 at 10:58 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
The office couple nights ago. The historic Indiana Roof Ballroom, Indianapolis. Over 100 years old, it was once one of America's most prestigious ballrooms and hosted the greatest big bands including Benny Goodman and Cab Calloway 😳 Stunning place!
A dance floor with people dancing under colorful lights. A stage with a microphone and sound equipment is in the foreground.
February 13, 2026 at 10:54 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
From Vox:
https://apple.news/AhHISgP4JTgSy50bbkCYmkw
Text discussing Matt Shumer's essay on AI's impact, highlighting its shift from "helpful tool" to enhancing overall work experiences.
February 13, 2026 at 6:41 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
The office tonight
A stage with a soundboard and lights in a large hall with tables and chairs.
February 11, 2026 at 1:18 AM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
The office last night.

#chicago #maggiespeaks #fieldmuseum
A room with a stage, a microphone, and a projector screen. There is a statue of an elephant and people in formal attire.
February 8, 2026 at 5:25 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
And I thought AI upscaling and noise reduction were slow as shit
Screenshot of a music production software with a wave form and a pop-up window saying "Creating Overview for "Snare.wav""
February 7, 2026 at 12:52 AM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
Aw man. I mean, load of pros use it, so it's probably fine but that's $1500 gamble.

#gearsquad #guitar #guitarpedal #guitargear #NeuralDSP #quadcortex https://fosstodon.org/@samvarma/115968275618549121
A message from the Neural DSP Support Team explains that all signal paths in the Quad Cortex Mini remain digital, even after A/D conversion.
February 4, 2026 at 3:11 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
Fuck. I was wondering what was going on with my computer since it was so slow, but I assumed it was topaz AI working in the background. Then I got this alert.

Had just updated the BRAW Toolbox plug-in, and when I ran activity monitor I watched that plug-in go […]

[Original post on fosstodon.org]
A computer screen displays a warning message about running out of application memory, listing paused apps and their memory usage.
February 3, 2026 at 12:18 AM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
This is the Gold Coast room at the Drake Hotel in Chicago. One of the most stunning spaces in the city.
February 1, 2026 at 4:35 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
The office last night

#chicago #thedrake
A black and white photo of a ballroom with chandeliers, columns, and a stage with audio equipment.
February 1, 2026 at 4:25 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
#silentsunday #sunset #photography #beach #sandiego
A blue lifeguard tower on a sandy beach under a colorful sunset sky with a person parasailing in the distance.
February 1, 2026 at 3:51 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
I picked the wrong time to not have bought fast & large SSDs @tomshardware https://mastodon.online/@tomshardware/115989613472145449
January 31, 2026 at 5:20 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
Exporting E3 now. Every shot upscaled and repaired where necessary; captions combed through and corrected, timing confirmed; all cast and music credits confirmed; render integrity confirmed by going through frame by frame. Waiting on my collaborators approval […]

[Original post on fosstodon.org]
Screenshot of a video editing program with audio and video tracks.
January 30, 2026 at 5:55 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
Winds over the lake are so weird

#chicago
January 30, 2026 at 2:05 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
hahahahahahahaha

nope
Software update notification for macOS Tahoe 26.2 on a Mac screen, with options to restart or remind later.
January 28, 2026 at 3:42 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
@essjax @ewen Time for # MountainMontag!!
January 26, 2026 at 3:42 PM
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#silentsunday #sunset #boat #marina
A marina with boats docked under a colorful sunset sky.
January 25, 2026 at 7:21 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
Happy Friday y'all
A clear glass with a large ice cube and a yellow peel on a wooden surface.
January 24, 2026 at 5:24 AM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
The pedal described here is:
a) Analog
b) Digital

#gearsquad #guitar #guitarpedal
Pedal with analog/digital sound processing. Modulated delay, MOOd/SWIRL knobs. Converts to digital at some point. 1.2ms latency.
January 22, 2026 at 12:39 AM
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Ending the day on a positive note
Two jumbo jets with open noses at an airport, one labeled 'S AIR' and the other 'Polar,' under a cloudy sky.
January 21, 2026 at 5:18 AM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
Resting up...

#chicago #chicagobears
A brown dog wearing a navy blue shirt with red and white stripes is sleeping on a beige couch.
January 18, 2026 at 9:34 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
#chicago #chicagobears #dabears #beardown
A yellow sign with a hot dog illustration advertises "The Wieners Circle" and a humorous event on a clear day.
January 18, 2026 at 7:16 PM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
Do you:
• PLug iN fuCk iT 2026 LOL
• Hell naw stage outlets be sus AF
Een man in een donkere ruimte met een paarse vloer en een open putdeksel, met metalen emmers en een podium in de achtergrond.
January 17, 2026 at 1:22 AM
samvarma.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
I can't describe what makes me want to take a picture other than just something hits you

#photography #sunset #artdeco
January 14, 2026 at 5:29 PM
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@ChrisLawley
January 12, 2026 at 5:07 PM