The Sounds of CDMX • Hacker News Board

Re: The Sounds of CDMX

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Post by [deleted] » Sat, Sep 17, 2022, 2:47 PM UTC

e4e5 wrote: post #9

The Organ Grinders are the worst! When I visited some of them were so out of tune that it hurt to listen to them. Couldn't help but feel happy when the website said they're losing popularity

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Re: The Sounds of CDMX

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Post by lostgame » Sat, Sep 17, 2022, 2:48 PM UTC

This was one of the closest experiences to 'Virtual Reality' I've had; lol - the combination of the cute art mixed with the sound is truly great.

Re: The Sounds of CDMX

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Post by hellohowareu » Sat, Sep 17, 2022, 2:49 PM UTC

jollofricepeas wrote: post #4

“Se compran … colchones … tambores … refrigeradores … estufas … lavadoras … microondas … o algo de fierro viejo que vendan!” If you know, you know ;)

The shouts of vendors in the street is why I avoid cities in Mexico, especially CDMX. The noise levels in Mexico are so abrasive to me.

Re: The Sounds of CDMX

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Post by volkk » Sat, Sep 17, 2022, 2:50 PM UTC

Was just there and I ended up enjoying the sounds by the end of the trip so much, they became comforting. One of the most wonderful cities I've been to

Re: The Sounds of CDMX

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Post by hombre_fatal » Sat, Sep 17, 2022, 2:51 PM UTC

e4e5 wrote: post #9

The Organ Grinders are the worst! When I visited some of them were so out of tune that it hurt to listen to them. Couldn't help but feel happy when the website said they're losing popularity

One used to play in front of the taco stand outside my apartment every morning.

I remember laying in bed fantasizing about the government enacting a law where you have to play an actual instrument if you want to generate loud sounds while you busker.

Re: The Sounds of CDMX

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Post by Jack_rando_fang » Sat, Sep 17, 2022, 2:53 PM UTC

A fun and quite immersive experience! Wouldn't want to live here due to all the noise but sure would love a visit.

Re: The Sounds of CDMX

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Post by Jcampuzano2 » Sat, Sep 17, 2022, 3:49 PM UTC

jollofricepeas wrote: post #4

“Se compran … colchones … tambores … refrigeradores … estufas … lavadoras … microondas … o algo de fierro viejo que vendan!” If you know, you know ;)

This is exactly what I was waiting to hear as I was scrolling. It's is the first sound I think of when I think of CDMX now that I've lived there.

Re: The Sounds of CDMX

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Post by dariusm5 » Sat, Sep 17, 2022, 3:57 PM UTC

jollofricepeas wrote: post #4

“Se compran … colchones … tambores … refrigeradores … estufas … lavadoras … microondas … o algo de fierro viejo que vendan!” If you know, you know ;)

I lived in CDMX and this sound (among several others) made me resent the city. All the Mexican's I knew didn't mind it and seemed to tune it out. If you like peace and quiet, living in Mexico City is not for you.

Re: The Sounds of CDMX

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Post by zeppelin101 » Sat, Sep 17, 2022, 4:12 PM UTC

jollofricepeas wrote: post #4

“Se compran … colchones … tambores … refrigeradores … estufas … lavadoras … microondas … o algo de fierro viejo que vendan!” If you know, you know ;)

Thanks for writing it out. I always tried to tune out the words. The sound is grating.

Re: The Sounds of CDMX

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Post by [deleted] » Sat, Sep 17, 2022, 4:21 PM UTC

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