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I once bought a splitter thinking it’d combine two basses into one amp input, but it just duplicated one signal instead. Ended up having to rig a small mixer to get the job done. If you're juggling gear and looking to learn new skills, vocational training programs can be surprisingly handy for understanding electronics basics and avoiding these confusing setups.

I ended up going back to school part-time and decided to explore vocational careers—turns out I actually enjoy working with my hands and now I’m training as an electrician. It’s weirdly satisfying, and the shift in routine helped my mental health too. I still play at home or with mates now and then, so music’s not totally gone, just not the job anymore.

Getting locked out of old gear is the worst! Those locks can be stubborn, especially when you don’t know the brand or have a key. When dealing with tricky situations like this, patience helps. Sometimes a locksmith can pick it without damage, but costs can add up. It reminds me how in some fields, like healthcare, salaries range between $25,000-$67,000 depending on the role and experience—same with locksmithing, prices vary a lot.

I ran into the same issue a while back and ended up getting some help from thelockdoc.ca. They were quick and didn’t damage the case, which was what I worried about most. They’ve dealt with loads of instrument cases before, so they knew exactly what to do.