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Stellarvue SVX 102R - If I could only own one scope would this be it?
Stellarvue 102 Rapter - www.stellarvue.com/svx102t-ra-raptor/
If you have any additional questions email me: Ryan@darkrangersinc.com Mention the channel in the comments at checkout for best results :)
Images featured at the end: Kaiden Bain DRI community member and SVX102 user.
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Full Length Photoshop Tutorial!: Take your data to the next level!
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Gear: please use these links!
Main Rig:
Stellarvue 140SVXT
Losmandy G11
Primaluce Eagle 5s - bit.ly/3S9ehdT
PLL Sesto Senso 2 - bit.ly/3Ofx1qM
PLL Alto Flatpanel and motor - bit.ly/3vQGzT2
Second Rig:
SCA 260
Pegasus NYX-101 - bit.ly/3TXN1kM
QHY 600M kit - bit.ly/3SwvuiH
Third Rig:
William Optic Pleiades 111
AM5
2600 MM bit.ly/3KubXes
2600 MC bit.ly/47o8dEY
AM5 Mount bit.ly/44OwDpD
ASIAIR Plus bit.ly/3KwNV2i
ZWO EFW bit.ly/3YoB1cw
ZWO EAF bit.ly/3Oo3cns
ZWO 220MM bit.ly/43ZPflo
Antlia SHO Filters bit.ly/3DLOu4M
Antlia Triband bit.ly/45eFVuX
Antlia ALPT bit.ly/3OsfQlm
ZWO Power Supply bit.ly/43X5ZcW
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Trying Adam Blocks Narrowband Combination - How does it Stack Up?!
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After speaking with Adam Block I agreed to help spread the word after checking out some of his new Narrowband Approaches to reach a larger audience. We both have a lot of content out but obviously there is a stylistic difference in our approach that can resonate better with some than others. Hopefully my interpretation of this method helps, I think it has some potential as additional option to ...
Clean the Green - SHO Hubble Pallet Color Tips!
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For more help check out: www.darkrangersinc.com This data was shot with: Stellarvue SVX140T OGMA 26M (code ‘DRI1’) Astronomik Filters - www.highpointscientific.com/shop?rfsn=8034127.5d0a07&q=astronomik Primaluce Eagle, EAF, Flatpanel (check out Agena or HPS link below) Join our growing Community for additional help and support including 1 on 1 time. www.patreon.com/DarkRangersInc? Agena Astro: ...
Q&A - Common Astro Questions from You Guys!
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SCT Episdoe by Dylan: th-cam.com/video/EcKQFutDEAw/w-d-xo.htmlsi=RTvk3o5ljI4P61QA Channel Link Telegizmo 365 link: bit.ly/3Yz9HKH If you’d like to set up a processing 1 on 1 check out the DRI website for more information and tools! - www.darkrangersinc.com linktr.ee/darkrangersinc?ltsid=f1257c0b-e532-4f6f-a4da-4428208fcde7 Shout out to Rafael for the data for the thumbnail it was fun to process...
Target Acquisition - How to Pick the Best Target for Your Next Imaging Session!
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Last week when I asked what folks were looking for one common theme amongst others I will be coving in the weeks to come was knowing what target to go after and what equipment to use. Including what time of year and other factors that go into choosing the best target for a given night. Astronomik Filters LRGB, and 6nm SHO - bit.ly/3ymuDdd Antlia Quadband bit.ly/3S62A9t Astrophotography book: a....
Let's Talk Astrophotography and What Will Help You Improve!
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As this channel is for you guys, my goal is help and grow our little community. Looking for some comments and interaction on this one. Hope you guys have clear skies and looking forward to another great year in the Cosmos! Astronomik Filters LRGB, and 6nm SHO - bit.ly/3ymuDdd Antlia Quadband bit.ly/3S62A9t If you’d like to set up a processing 1 on 1 check out the DRI website for more informatio...
Galaxy Editing Finally Made Easy! The Best Method I've Found for Channel Processing
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If you’d like to set up a processing 1 on 1 check out the DRI website for more information and tools! www.darkrangersinc.com Join our growing Community for additional help and support including 1 on 1 time. - www.patreon.com/DarkRangersInc? Full Length Photoshop Tutorial!: Take your data to the next level! - www.patreon.com/DarkRangersInc/shop/mastering-photoshop-for-astrophotography-72689?Link...
NYX-101 - The Best High Capacity, Low Weight Harmonic Mount?
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Pegasus NYX-101 Link - bit.ly/3TXN1kM Hopefully you found this review helpful. My goal is to always provide a thorough, honest, and unbiased review highlighting both the pro's and potential cons of any gear I use. If you have any questions or requests for future reviews please comment below the episode! If you’d like to set up a processing 1 on 1 check out the DRI website for more information a...
Losmandy G811 -Can an Equatorial Still Compete with mounts like the NYX-101 as a great All Arounder?
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This one was a lot of fun and shot over several weeks in an attempt to be a thorough and insightful review. Tanya from Losmandy even flew out to do a dark sky trip to see how the rig was for portable use. So it's a little bit of a review and dark sky adventure. Hope you guys find value, if you do decide to go with it or any purchase with Losmandy please mention the channel and if it's with a mo...
HOO Processing Tutorial Part 2: Photoshop Final Touches!
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Full Length Photoshop Tutorial!: Take your data to the next level! www.patreon.com/DarkRangersInc/shop/mastering-photoshop-for-astrophotography-72689?Link& If you’d like to set up a processing 1 on 1 check out the DRI website for more information and tools! www.darkrangersinc.com Join our growing Community for additional help and support including 1 on 1 time. www.patreon.com/DarkRangersInc? Ag...
Process H.O.O. Like a Pro (OSC & Mono)! Summer Nebula Season is Here!
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Hope this was helpful, and you get some clear skies this summer after a tough El Niño winter! If you'd like some additional 1 on 1 processing help I do have some limited availability feel free to email @ Ryan@darkrangersinc. Join our growing Community for a great group of passionate astrophotographers its a great place to share your work and get help to problems and answers to questions quickly...
Make Your Rig More Reliable - Tips from the Experts + Ghost Mode & Ascom Alpaca
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The community partners stepped up and gave some great best practices on how to ensure your rig runs as well as possible! I was guilty myself of not following some of these, and I’m sure you will find a couple that you can improve as well 💪🏼 Pegasus 3’ USB 3.0 - bit.ly/3vCEQkv Pegasus Plate - bit.ly/3ULXqz1 Pegasus PB - bit.ly/4aot2kR Primaluce Eagle - bit.ly/3OcRBbx Primaluce 14” dovetail - bit...
OGMA 26MC - Best Priced Monochrome Package and Great Service, is it Possible?
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Ogma 26MC - getogma.com Promo Code: DRI1 This will be a fairly in-depth review of not only the camera, but also the OAG and electronic filter wheel with their guide camera. So whatever part of the set up you’re looking for if not the entire package you should get the information that you’re after! Join our growing Community for additional help and support including 1 on 1 time. www.patreon.com/...
5 Roadblocks to better Astrophotography - 1 Year Special!
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Thank you guys for all the love and support over the past year. Hopefully the channel has benefited you in one way or another. I thought it would be nice to distill 12 months of takeaways into one episode that can help propel you forward on your journey! Thanks to those of you who have been here since this time last year an welcome to all those of you who are new! Join our growing Community for...
Stellarvue SVX140T Review + Scope Buyers Guide!
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This is my first review of a Stellarvue Telescope. If you have any additional questions fee free to reach out to Ryan@Darkrangersinc.com I am happy to help. Here is a link to an overview of Vic the owner going over the process of making one of their scopes: th-cam.com/video/xKIPFWVxvNc/w-d-xo.html SVX140T: www.stellarvue.com/svx140t/ If you'd like to schedule a gear consultation or need help se...
N.I.N.A. Part 2 - How to Image Start to Finish!
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N.I.N.A. Part 2 - How to Image Start to Finish!
Losmandy G11 Mount Review - Perfect Blend of Craftsmanship and Modern Technology?
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Losmandy G11 Mount Review - Perfect Blend of Craftsmanship and Modern Technology?
ZWO Resolution and My Solution to the Problem!
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ZWO Resolution and My Solution to the Problem!
MSM Nomad and Rokinon 135 - Pocket Powerhouse?
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MSM Nomad and Rokinon 135 - Pocket Powerhouse?
Astro Image Processing Made Easy in APP!
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Astro Image Processing Made Easy in APP!
Pleiades 111 - The Perfect All Around Premium Astrograph?
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Pleiades 111 - The Perfect All Around Premium Astrograph?
Speed Up Your Stacking Made EASY with APP!
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Speed Up Your Stacking Made EASY with APP!
Transition to N.I.N.A. Made Easy! (Part 1)
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Transition to N.I.N.A. Made Easy! (Part 1)
SCA 260 - Fast Focal Length in Time for Galaxy Season!
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SCA 260 - Fast Focal Length in Time for Galaxy Season!
Mastering Color Theory for Better Image Processing!
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Mastering Color Theory for Better Image Processing!
Better Colors and Less Noise made Easy!
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Better Colors and Less Noise made Easy!
Askar OAG Review and How To: Better Guiding Made Easy!
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Askar OAG Review and How To: Better Guiding Made Easy!
Everything you need to know to image the Eclipse: Interviewing a Solar Astrophotography Expert!
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Everything you need to know to image the Eclipse: Interviewing a Solar Astrophotography Expert!
2024 Pixinsight Workflow: Featuring the Latest Tools and Scripts...No more guesswork for processing!
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2024 Pixinsight Workflow: Featuring the Latest Tools and Scripts...No more guesswork for processing!
Astrophotography Dark Sky Checklist & Guide - To get your best images ever!
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Astrophotography Dark Sky Checklist & Guide - To get your best images ever!

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  • @telemonk
    @telemonk 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks very informative. D-ERF filtering subject not discussed unfort.

  • @FrankSD76
    @FrankSD76 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks! I’ve never used HDR Composition before and couldn’t find a practical demonstration until I stumbled on this. My M42 is looking much better.

  • @deltacx1059
    @deltacx1059 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    10:55 then you would be getting screwed at that price, yes it's nice but at the end of the day those parts are really easy to manufacture and get dirt cheap when you order a batch of them.

  • @deltacx1059
    @deltacx1059 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    A "premium astrograph" better be PERFECT, any flaws that can be easily noticed without lab equipment really shouldn't be there. This scope currently costs about 3700$ and the "budget" alternative is still over 2k and considering you need another 1k or more for a mount that can handle it, nothing about that alternative is budget in the normal sense of the word.

  • @Ohmy1956
    @Ohmy1956 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    It seems to me that my FLT91 does as nicely overall. I don’t see the added benefit compared to the cost factor

  • @gianlucavalentini2259
    @gianlucavalentini2259 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Can you explain why M42 with the triband, although less natural, looks way more contrasted: processing? I guess not since the whole point is having same processing. So I am really curious to know. Subscribed to your channel a while ago. Great work and thanks for it

  • @chamithathukorala1985
    @chamithathukorala1985 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I wish eagle comes with arm with low power consumtion

  • @markymapo1242
    @markymapo1242 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great review. For the SVX140 T on the Stellarvue website it indicates it uses super low dispersion center element. what does this mean ?(so your review is thus confusing). I am in the market to purchase one of these but what glass is actually used, why is it not mentioned ? The Raptor version uses super low dispersion Ohara S-FPL-53 or equivalent center element (what is equivalent)? They do mention the use of 4 different SLD glass so I guess it depends on size of scope and glass availability Guess I will have to give them a call.

  • @JoeLLacelle
    @JoeLLacelle 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    At some point ill be looking into a guide system, trying to understand if i need traditional scoop guiding or OAG. i think in 1 of your vids you stated that after a certain Focal lengh, an OAG is best, In my case sw esprit 150mm. It has focal lenth 1050mm So im leaning towards an OAG. Do i got this right?

  • @terrybrooks395
    @terrybrooks395 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks, sounds like what I need here in Wales, Bootle 4 but very rare we have clear skies, being able to image during half Moon would be great

  • @JoeLLacelle
    @JoeLLacelle 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi Ryan. Im just getting into visual and astrophortography, so far i have a sw esprit 150ed, Eq8-R mount And a Morpheus 17.7 eyepeace.... Thats it..nothing els.. There not even in yet.😅 ( april 2025) I dont even have a computer. (All in good time) Just an android phone. Ive been reaserching PrimaLuce 5 pro. I think this is what i wannt. Also as far as camara's ,ive been looking at ATIK camaras,, thinking atik apx26 So, with all the options its kida over wellming. -cmos -ccd - color -monchrome Then theres filter ,??????????????? (I live in bortle 4) Think my head is going to explode. I dont mind if some items are a bit pricey, just means couple extea mounths of payment ,,,, if im doing it right the first time. I should mention all this is left to my Niece in my will, shes big on astronomy, and she'll be attending Toronto U Techincal instatute of Aeospace studies... ( so proud) So...i dont mind the expence. Any advice........Joel

  • @JohnWheaton98105
    @JohnWheaton98105 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wonderful video! Going to be using this going forward.

  • @wesleyjohnson597
    @wesleyjohnson597 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Those cutiuts on the underside of the tube rings look like they would be good for cable management

  • @michealbeaudry8776
    @michealbeaudry8776 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you Ryan for this! I'm currently building a rig centred around an Edge HD 11". Your video has ensured that ZWO will NOT be getting a single purchase for that rig or any other rig moving forward. ZWO does not appear to be in it for the right reasons and obviously only reached out as your first video was getting some traction. hell with them. I don't need that headache, especially given their quality control issues too. I will be purchasing Player One Cameras for this Edge rig. After researching them, their cameras are superior engineered and even more feature rich as well as cheaper. People also rave about their customer service which pushes me over the edge to go with them. :)

  • @thethirdman225
    @thethirdman225 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This channel is not for me.

  • @earlteigrob9211
    @earlteigrob9211 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Excellent!!!

  • @michealbeaudry8776
    @michealbeaudry8776 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for this video, Based on this review of ZWO customer service I will be purchasing the Player One Poseidon C rather than the ZWO2600MC Pro.

  • @wesleyjohnson597
    @wesleyjohnson597 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    i thought this was supposed to be about combining dual nb images but all i saw was work done to the Sii-Oiii image

  • @peterschmitz4308
    @peterschmitz4308 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    A big thanks for this video. I was able to follow your steps and make my best image of M42 so far!

  • @JoepsAstronomy
    @JoepsAstronomy 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Looks like the reddish color from the quad comes from the IR pass between 750 and 900 nm given that most One shot color cameras are also very sensitive in the IR.

  • @mariospenard5125
    @mariospenard5125 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Never had any regrets having switched to ZWO ecosystem... it's just working for me. Clear skies. Mario 🙂

  • @davidf9494
    @davidf9494 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Excellent tutorial Sir! All these PI processing methods from yourself and others are really helpful for sharing different steps at each stage of the process. You've got a new subscriber!

  • @mickd894
    @mickd894 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m about to dive into Astro after lifelong 50+ years in photography. ZWO just left the top three list.

  • @jacky-du7ct
    @jacky-du7ct หลายเดือนก่อน

    If you use a VERTECFOTO GH-V5 geared head instead of a ball head, it will be much more fast and accurate framing

  • @AgenciaItarare
    @AgenciaItarare หลายเดือนก่อน

    very useful video

  • @scottdallon1544
    @scottdallon1544 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks Ryan, I always enjoy your content. I always find it interesting.

  • @jeffratino5456
    @jeffratino5456 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for this, very informative. I've been using APP for over 3 years, my go to for stacking. I never knew how to use the analyzer. In the past I just minimized it to see the image. One of the most useful tools is APP's Light Pollution/Gradient Remover. It often works as well as the others available.

  • @JackHudack
    @JackHudack หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good review Ryan I don't do seriousl astrophotography so won't comment on much. First the elephant noise really cracked me up I needed that! On a more serious note as pretty much a visual observer I've never ventured past doublets for fear of having to recollimate. I couldn't imagine collimating a 7 element optical system.

  • @Robservatory
    @Robservatory หลายเดือนก่อน

    The point of the Quad filter is to pass IR and some UV, but your 2600MC has a UV/IR Cut filter. Without replacing the sensor window in the 2600MC Pro with AR glass, you are getting the same results as the RGB Ultra. Antlia does not recommend using the QB filter with the 2600MC Pro.

    • @darkrangersinc
      @darkrangersinc หลายเดือนก่อน

      It also changes the position of the bandpasses as well. You will not get the same exact results as a triband so your comment is partially true and that it does not pass on the IR, but it will give you a different and in my opinion, better result, based on dozens of side-by-side testing from both myself and folks that have owned both filters.

  • @johnelmore9755
    @johnelmore9755 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I enjoyed the video and it's always a pleasure when I talk to Tanya. I especially like dealing with a company like Losmandy because they are just a phone call away if I have a question.

  • @ImmersionImagery
    @ImmersionImagery หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video thanks

  • @michaelcarman-yv9tm
    @michaelcarman-yv9tm หลายเดือนก่อน

    too big for me

  • @safinsd6612
    @safinsd6612 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You didn't have to delete the hidden file "core-001-pxi.settings?"

  • @Pawel-rv1ek
    @Pawel-rv1ek หลายเดือนก่อน

    You should disable "structure detection" in ColorCalibration on image with stars afaik.

  • @FredLombardo
    @FredLombardo หลายเดือนก่อน

    I replaced my ZWO OAG (not the L), with an Askar OAG and it works very well. I also change from a 120MM to a 174MM. Great video.

  • @gspinin
    @gspinin หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was the review I needed to see. Thank you!

  • @michaeledmonds3027
    @michaeledmonds3027 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent video Ryan, thanks for all your efforts... Question please: I'm currently shooting in Bortle 8+ skies with 60mm and 80mm refractors (may try my C6 with reducer) into an ASI533MC PRO sensor using an Svbony SV220 filter with OK results on nebulae. Do you think the $200 Antlia Quad filter would be worth the upgrade? I'd also hope to see an improvement on Galaxies (with the Quad filter) without the two hour trip to our club's dark site. Thanks for your thoughts, Michael

  • @AmlanHattiesburg
    @AmlanHattiesburg หลายเดือนก่อน

    Does this mount have auto homing sensors? Would it be a good choice for remote observatories?

  • @jeffstover9579
    @jeffstover9579 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for posting this. I tried this alignment method this evening and it works well.

  • @davidheflin5847
    @davidheflin5847 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great info! Thanks.

  • @jonathanritter7364
    @jonathanritter7364 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Any time i try to stretch channels separately...when i combine them i always get weird hues of color. Like overpowering HA or S2 (when doing SHO pallette) i struggle with GHS as well.

  • @CornerCamper
    @CornerCamper 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for not making this a 35 minute video.

  • @stylistic007
    @stylistic007 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fantastic production and content. Thanks!

  • @chandrainsky
    @chandrainsky 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very helpful review. Under what Bortle class sky was the testing done? I am under B8 skies, wondering if it would perform as well as your results! Thanks.

  • @Jammin6796
    @Jammin6796 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    2024,, skywatcher GTI $540,, with tripod $620,,, askar 71f $599,,, zwo 585mc $360... $1580 plus tax.. thats what im looking at right now just waiting for possible black friday deals before purchase,,, have a dslr,, could save the $360 from the zwo..but thinking for the price its at now, a dedicated astro camera would be better

  • @aedrex
    @aedrex 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That mount is one of the most returned mounts at Highpoint Scientific…avoid it.

  • @claudioveliz9834
    @claudioveliz9834 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent video. Do you have the exact imaging/optical train setup (including connectors/spacers, etc.) posted somewhere? I, for one, would be *very* curious, as I am now setting up my optical train and am "comparing and contrasting" different setups/cameras. Thanks HUGE!

  • @MrMrduke1975
    @MrMrduke1975 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks like a great scope! I know mine doesn’t have the pedigree like what you guys are used to, but my Askar 120mm has been a work horse.

  • @psyire9913
    @psyire9913 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ❤ my SVX130T- R! Great review!

  • @mreddick786
    @mreddick786 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hate to be that guy but I was the 999th like