5 Centimeters Per Second - Global Edition [English Sub/Dub] w/ VOADS and SaHC - Page 2 - Blu-ray Forum

AnimeOnBlu · 09-20-2011, 10:22 PM

I seriously doubt this will be locked. The original release wasn't plus some of the languages are in Region B territories (Italian, German).

The Apocalypse · 09-21-2011, 11:34 AM

I guess, but I do hope for a UK release, I don't do importing much, and don't want to buy the DVD.

W_T_K · 11-18-2011, 03:21 AM

via CoMix Wave Films Facebook page

[Show spoiler]

The Apocalypse · 11-18-2011, 03:08 PM

I seriously want this, and don't want to get the DVD even if it's only like £5-8. The UK had better get a release eventually, importing is not really my thing.

W_T_K · 11-18-2011, 05:16 PM

5 Centimeters Per Second JP Global Edition

via Mania.com forums

Quote:

Here's a better shot of the back
http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images...scf0518su.jpg/
Booklet:
http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/402/dscf0522i.jpg/ (Spoilers maybe)

LINK

Quote:

25 GB disc

5cm audio:
English audio track DD 192kbps
Japanese audio track 320kbps

LINK

Quote:

AnimeOnBlu · 11-18-2011, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by W_T_K

5 Centimeters Per Second JP Global Edition

25 GB disc

5cm audio:
English audio track DD 192kbps
Japanese audio track 320kbps

So Comix Wave basically crammed everything on a BD25 (like the original release), and ended up having to get rid of the LPCM 4.0 track in favor of a 320kbps lossy track for the Japanese audio?

Wish my copy hadn't shipped or I would have cancelled. This is really a joke.

The Apocalypse · 11-19-2011, 11:22 AM

Well, in that case, if it's a substandard BD release, then paying for a cheap DVD doesn't sound too bad at all.

Zen_Amako · 11-19-2011, 03:53 PM

I'm very disappointed. I never anticipated that they would hobble this release and sold my copy of the original Blu-ray. This cost close to $80 with shipping, and they couldn't be bothered to include HD audio? Not much I can do about it now, as my order has already shipped, but I went ahead and canceled my order for Hoshi o Ou Kodomo.

stobbart · 11-19-2011, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EclipseSSD

Well, in that case, if it's a substandard BD release, then paying for a cheap DVD doesn't sound too bad at all.

I would rather have this on blu and have a much improved PQ as opposed to having a DVD only copy. Since this will probably not get another English friendly blu release anytime soon.

The Apocalypse · 11-20-2011, 11:46 AM

Well, each to their own. I suspect that if and when Manga UK is able to release it on Blu, it will be decent enough for me to buy.

AnimeOnBlu · 11-22-2011, 02:04 AM

If you are unhappy about this, and have a FB account, you can always post your dissapointment on Comix Wave facebook page.

Zen_Amako · 11-22-2011, 02:33 PM

I watched this last night, and aside from the lossy audio and Engrish-y subtitles in a few spots, it is a nice release. I'm glad I didn't cancel just because the movie is that good. The art is so detailed it really must be seen in HD. Yeah, this release could have been better had they not gone the cheap route and used a BD-25, but it's a title I can see myself revisiting many times, so that alone makes it worth it.

The Apocalypse · 11-24-2011, 07:24 PM

Bought the DVD £5.99, not a bad price, instead of importing a somewhat disappointing BD release. I'll be waiting for an excellent BD release. Until then, DVD will have to do.

SquishyMuffin · 04-29-2013, 01:47 AM

I'm gonna dig up this old thread instead of making a new one. Can someone please explain how this Blu-Ray release is somewhat 'disappointing'? Aren't most blu-rays 25gb's anyway? Also regarding the audio? The Japanese one has more bits, isn't that good? The superior way to watch the film in the 1st place? or is 3 digit KB's low in quality? If so is it noticable?

What would have been the preferred release in terms of spec?

The additional movies on the disc are SD? - are they available elsewhere? Were they ever released in HD in first place?

Thanks to anyone who helps me, as I do wanna see this film in HD. Netflix streaming was good, but I imagine it even HD'ee'er.. on disc lol

cheers

celticmoon · 04-29-2013, 06:16 AM

I'm not super knowledgeable about all this stuff, so I can't answer your questions as to the specs, but all of the special features (including the short films) should be in SD. They have never been released in HD.

I actually just bought the original BD less than a week ago.... I chose that edition because it was cheaper and had no need for the subtitles or English track, but I totally didn't do enough research because I completely didn't know about the inclusion of the other two films on this newer release! For some reason I assumed the special features would be the same... I mean, it's not like they're in HD, so I'm not too bummed, but had I known, I would have forked over the extra cash since I don't own those films.

I'm not an audiophile and don't have a great audio setup, so I'm not sure how important the audio issue is for me. Though I suppose its good to have the superior version just in case things change for me in the future...

SquishyMuffin · 04-29-2013, 12:30 PM

Thanks for reply. It seems your version has the same audio as the international release. Both are Japanese: LPCM 4.0 max. Meaning it's not complete surround sound. (Which I don't have anyway, I listen with my DT 770 PRO's) I think I understand how it could have been better now.

Many blu-ray films are actually released on a 50gb disc - meaning the feature film can be totally uncompressed in quality. Which the Japanese version actually is. But then again the feature film itself isn't very long is it? So maybe it isn't an issue. Can anyone confirm? However I don't really understand why they used a 25G disc with the 2 extra films and extra subtitles and audio versions :S

09-20-2011, 10:22 PM	#21
AnimeOnBlu Contributor Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:USA Trading Score:1	I seriously doubt this will be locked. The original release wasn't plus some of the languages are in Region B territories (Italian, German). Supporter of Anime and Asian Cinema on Blu-ray AVC & Dolby TrueHD supporter Worldwide BR Release Comparison Thread

09-21-2011, 11:34 AM	#22
The Apocalypse Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Sep 2010 Location:Southampton, England Blu-ray collection:168 DVD collection:9 PS3 collection:18 Blu-ray reviews: 33	I guess, but I do hope for a UK release, I don't do importing much, and don't want to buy the DVD. LG 32LH4010 100Hz 1080p TV Sony MDR-DS6500 7.1 Digital Surround Headphones PlayStation®3 160GB Slim " Annoying insects! Nothing can stop the Apocalypse. " - X-Men: The Animated Series " Defeat by Apocalypse is no shame, mutant, for against Apocalypse even the strong must fall. " - X-Factor vol. 1 # 6

11-18-2011, 03:21 AM	#23
W_T_K Expert Member Member since:Nov 2009	via CoMix Wave Films Facebook page Pink BD-case Disc shot with English translated booklet Portion of the back cover [Show spoiler]

11-18-2011, 03:08 PM	#24
The Apocalypse Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Sep 2010 Location:Southampton, England Blu-ray collection:168 DVD collection:9 PS3 collection:18 Blu-ray reviews: 33	I seriously want this, and don't want to get the DVD even if it's only like £5-8. The UK had better get a release eventually, importing is not really my thing. LG 32LH4010 100Hz 1080p TV Sony MDR-DS6500 7.1 Digital Surround Headphones PlayStation®3 160GB Slim " Annoying insects! Nothing can stop the Apocalypse. " - X-Men: The Animated Series " Defeat by Apocalypse is no shame, mutant, for against Apocalypse even the strong must fall. " - X-Factor vol. 1 # 6

11-19-2011, 11:22 AM	#27
The Apocalypse Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Sep 2010 Location:Southampton, England Blu-ray collection:168 DVD collection:9 PS3 collection:18 Blu-ray reviews: 33	Well, in that case, if it's a substandard BD release, then paying for a cheap DVD doesn't sound too bad at all. LG 32LH4010 100Hz 1080p TV Sony MDR-DS6500 7.1 Digital Surround Headphones PlayStation®3 160GB Slim " Annoying insects! Nothing can stop the Apocalypse. " - X-Men: The Animated Series " Defeat by Apocalypse is no shame, mutant, for against Apocalypse even the strong must fall. " - X-Factor vol. 1 # 6

11-19-2011, 03:53 PM	#28
Zen_Amako Blu-ray Guru Member since:Nov 2008 Location:Northern VA, USA Blu-ray collection:365 Blu-ray reviews:2	I'm very disappointed. I never anticipated that they would hobble this release and sold my copy of the original Blu-ray. This cost close to $80 with shipping, and they couldn't be bothered to include HD audio? Not much I can do about it now, as my order has already shipped, but I went ahead and canceled my order for Hoshi o Ou Kodomo.

11-20-2011, 11:46 AM	#30
The Apocalypse Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Sep 2010 Location:Southampton, England Blu-ray collection:168 DVD collection:9 PS3 collection:18 Blu-ray reviews: 33	Well, each to their own. I suspect that if and when Manga UK is able to release it on Blu, it will be decent enough for me to buy. LG 32LH4010 100Hz 1080p TV Sony MDR-DS6500 7.1 Digital Surround Headphones PlayStation®3 160GB Slim " Annoying insects! Nothing can stop the Apocalypse. " - X-Men: The Animated Series " Defeat by Apocalypse is no shame, mutant, for against Apocalypse even the strong must fall. " - X-Factor vol. 1 # 6

11-22-2011, 02:04 AM	#31
AnimeOnBlu Contributor Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:USA Trading Score:1	If you are unhappy about this, and have a FB account, you can always post your dissapointment on Comix Wave facebook page. Supporter of Anime and Asian Cinema on Blu-ray AVC & Dolby TrueHD supporter Worldwide BR Release Comparison Thread Last edited by AnimeOnBlu; 11-22-2011 at 03:59 AM.

11-22-2011, 02:33 PM	#32
Zen_Amako Blu-ray Guru Member since:Nov 2008 Location:Northern VA, USA Blu-ray collection:365 Blu-ray reviews:2	I watched this last night, and aside from the lossy audio and Engrish-y subtitles in a few spots, it is a nice release. I'm glad I didn't cancel just because the movie is that good. The art is so detailed it really must be seen in HD. Yeah, this release could have been better had they not gone the cheap route and used a BD-25, but it's a title I can see myself revisiting many times, so that alone makes it worth it.

11-24-2011, 07:24 PM	#33
The Apocalypse Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Sep 2010 Location:Southampton, England Blu-ray collection:168 DVD collection:9 PS3 collection:18 Blu-ray reviews: 33	Bought the DVD £5.99, not a bad price, instead of importing a somewhat disappointing BD release. I'll be waiting for an excellent BD release. Until then, DVD will have to do. LG 32LH4010 100Hz 1080p TV Sony MDR-DS6500 7.1 Digital Surround Headphones PlayStation®3 160GB Slim " Annoying insects! Nothing can stop the Apocalypse. " - X-Men: The Animated Series " Defeat by Apocalypse is no shame, mutant, for against Apocalypse even the strong must fall. " - X-Factor vol. 1 # 6

04-29-2013, 01:47 AM	#34
SquishyMuffin New Member Member since:Apr 2013 Blu-ray collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:1	I'm gonna dig up this old thread instead of making a new one. Can someone please explain how this Blu-Ray release is somewhat 'disappointing'? Aren't most blu-rays 25gb's anyway? Also regarding the audio? The Japanese one has more bits, isn't that good? The superior way to watch the film in the 1st place? or is 3 digit KB's low in quality? If so is it noticable? What would have been the preferred release in terms of spec? The additional movies on the disc are SD? - are they available elsewhere? Were they ever released in HD in first place? Thanks to anyone who helps me, as I do wanna see this film in HD. Netflix streaming was good, but I imagine it even HD'ee'er.. on disc lol cheers

04-29-2013, 06:16 AM	#35
celticmoon Expert Member Member since:Apr 2011 Blu-ray collection:139 DVD collection:5 PS3 collection:3 Trading Score:2	I'm not super knowledgeable about all this stuff, so I can't answer your questions as to the specs, but all of the special features (including the short films) should be in SD. They have never been released in HD. I actually just bought the original BD less than a week ago.... I chose that edition because it was cheaper and had no need for the subtitles or English track, but I totally didn't do enough research because I completely didn't know about the inclusion of the other two films on this newer release! For some reason I assumed the special features would be the same... I mean, it's not like they're in HD, so I'm not too bummed, but had I known, I would have forked over the extra cash since I don't own those films. I'm not an audiophile and don't have a great audio setup, so I'm not sure how important the audio issue is for me. Though I suppose its good to have the superior version just in case things change for me in the future...

04-29-2013, 12:30 PM	#36
SquishyMuffin New Member Member since:Apr 2013 Blu-ray collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:1	Thanks for reply. It seems your version has the same audio as the international release. Both are Japanese: LPCM 4.0 max. Meaning it's not complete surround sound. (Which I don't have anyway, I listen with my DT 770 PRO's) I think I understand how it could have been better now. Many blu-ray films are actually released on a 50gb disc - meaning the feature film can be totally uncompressed in quality. Which the Japanese version actually is. But then again the feature film itself isn't very long is it? So maybe it isn't an issue. Can anyone confirm? However I don't really understand why they used a 25G disc with the 2 extra films and extra subtitles and audio versions :S

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