Die Hard Collection double dip - Blu-ray Forum

toddr78 · 06-12-2009, 11:48 AM

I know that DVD vs. Blu-Ray is a ridiculous comparison, however I own the THX box set of Die Hard 1-3, is it worth the purchase of the blu box set...the review for PQ/AQ is not compelling.

If anyone that owns this has feedback, its greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

lovgun7 · 06-12-2009, 11:53 AM

i was able to snag the Ultimate Edition for 12.99 ... it was a glitch in the best buy system that had the skew number the same as the target THX.

that week target had it on sale for 12.99 and i priced matched it a BAM .. 27.99 dropped down to 12.99 ... DVD versions ...

wormraper · 06-12-2009, 11:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toddr78

I know that DVD vs. Blu-Ray is a ridiculous comparison, however I own the THX box set of Die Hard 1-3, is it worth the purchase of the blu box set...the review for PQ/AQ is not compelling.

If anyone that owns this has feedback, its greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

uhhhh, as blu rays themselves they don't look like Cars or A bugs life, but compared to the DVD's... They thrash them six ways from Sunday. They are all VERY hefty upgrades especially Die hard with a Vengeance. That one is literally night and day. Don't even hesitate to upgrade those discs

ScarredLungs · 06-12-2009, 12:08 PM

blu ray>dvd

crappy transfer blu> dvd

Blu will always be better then dvd. Blu-ray movies are not created equal. Some are indeed better looking then others. If you really like a movie, upgrade!

solarrdadd · 06-12-2009, 12:45 PM

I'm happy with mine for both PQ & AQ, go Blu!

fatediesel · 06-12-2009, 01:16 PM

Die Hard is going to be a gold box lightning deal at 2 pacific time. Don't know for sure if it will be the collection but that'd be my guess.

Mr.White · 06-12-2009, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toddr78

I know that DVD vs. Blu-Ray is a ridiculous comparison, however I own the THX box set of Die Hard 1-3, is it worth the purchase of the blu box set...the review for PQ/AQ is not compelling.

If anyone that owns this has feedback, its greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

I own it,and I say YES! I had Live Free Or Die Hard already as a freebie Blu that I got when I bought my first player,then Amazon had a Deal Of The Day some months back for $46.95,I bought it and loved it,I was able to sell my copy of LFODH on ebay and get some of the money that I invested on the Blu Die Hard box set! THE DIE HARD BLU RAY COLLECTION IS WORTH BUYING!

By the way,cool avatar

royce73 · 06-12-2009, 05:00 PM

I bought DH2 a few months ago. I got around to watching last night and there is an issue with DTS-MA. There is no sound coming out of my receiver. You have to call Fox and get them to send you a replacement.

DetroitSportsFan · 06-12-2009, 05:04 PM

Yes, it's worth the double dip. The upgrade in picture and sound quality is worth it.

AKORIS · 06-12-2009, 05:18 PM

My opinion is more mixed--

DIE HARD 3 is a huge upgrade-- has the "pop" that you want to see on
blu-ray

DIE HARD 1 and 2 are good but not great. I can't think of any scenes
where I said "wow" at the picture. I don't regret buying them because
with very rare exception-- the hi def picture is always better than the
dvd version but these are not show off blu-rays...

Steve46 · 06-12-2009, 06:05 PM

The sound upgrade is worth noting too, especially with this genre.

DeeEmEcks · 06-12-2009, 07:00 PM

to me even the first movie looked infinitely better than i had ever ever seen it before... a must if you are a fan of blu in my opinion!

Clark Kent · 06-12-2009, 08:23 PM

The current Die Hard Blu-rays look infinitely better and sound better than the THX dvds. These movies will never look great except for the last one, which does look awesome, because of how they shot them. I would recommend picking up the set if the price is affordable.

supersix4 · 06-12-2009, 08:44 PM

yes it crushes those I have that set as well the audio and also the noticeable gain in video quality is a must have.

Adam.C · 06-12-2009, 09:18 PM

its on Amazon goldbox right now for $40 for all 4 movies.

ScarredLungs · 06-12-2009, 09:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Adam.C

its on Amazon goldbox right now for $40 for all 4 movies.

Here is the link in case anyone wants it

http://www.amazon.com/gp/goldbox/ref=cs_top_nav_gb27

Mobe1969 · 06-13-2009, 12:53 AM

Worth buying alone for the pic quality improvement of the third film. The DVD releases were pretty mediocre.

A shame the 4th film is not available in the proper version on Blu

Kynch · 06-13-2009, 12:56 AM

I would so get it for $40 off Amazon right now. Damn you, credit card!

coachD · 06-13-2009, 02:08 AM

A Christmas present from Dec 07. I love my Die-Hard Blu-ray collection. Yes, I had the special DVD versions. Traded them in to Hastings in no time flat! Never a doubt! If you be a Die-Hard fan then go for the Blu!

I love all 4 films, but my favorites are the original and Live Free or Die Hard!

Pfdfiredog · 06-13-2009, 02:12 AM

Other than the PG version of part 4 are the other versions the special editions or basic? I know its silly but the special features and extras are a thing for me.
Thanks guys.

06-12-2009, 11:48 AM	#1
toddr78 Member Member since:Mar 2009 Location:New Jersey, USA Blu-ray collection:95	Die Hard Collection double dip I know that DVD vs. Blu-Ray is a ridiculous comparison, however I own the THX box set of Die Hard 1-3, is it worth the purchase of the blu box set...the review for PQ/AQ is not compelling. If anyone that owns this has feedback, its greatly appreciated. Thanks!

06-13-2009, 02:08 AM	#19
coachD Special Member Member since:May 2007 Location:Lawton, Ok Blu-ray collection:413 Blu-ray reviews: 16	Yes, it is worth it! A Christmas present from Dec 07. I love my Die-Hard Blu-ray collection. Yes, I had the special DVD versions. Traded them in to Hastings in no time flat! Never a doubt! If you be a Die-Hard fan then go for the Blu! I love all 4 films, but my favorites are the original and Live Free or Die Hard!

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06-12-2009, 11:53 AM	#2
lovgun7 Expert Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:San Fernando Valley Home Theater Gallery:7 Blu-ray collection:251 Blu-ray reviews:18 Trading Score:18	i was able to snag the Ultimate Edition for 12.99 ... it was a glitch in the best buy system that had the skew number the same as the target THX. that week target had it on sale for 12.99 and i priced matched it a BAM .. 27.99 dropped down to 12.99 ... DVD versions ...

06-12-2009, 12:08 PM	#4
ScarredLungs Blu-ray Champion Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Utah 4K collection:65 Blu-ray collection:1433 Prime collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:4	blu ray>dvd crappy transfer blu> dvd Blu will always be better then dvd. Blu-ray movies are not created equal. Some are indeed better looking then others. If you really like a movie, upgrade!

06-12-2009, 12:45 PM	#5
solarrdadd Blu-ray Prince Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Virginia Home Theater Gallery:255 4K collection:209 Blu-ray collection:1344 DVD collection:4 Blu-ray reviews: 42 Trading Score:316	I'm happy with mine for both PQ & AQ, go Blu!

06-12-2009, 01:16 PM	#6
fatediesel Blu-ray Count Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Iowa Blu-ray collection:410 Trading Score:47	Die Hard is going to be a gold box lightning deal at 2 pacific time. Don't know for sure if it will be the collection but that'd be my guess.

06-12-2009, 05:00 PM	#8
royce73 Junior Member Member since:Jun 2009	I bought DH2 a few months ago. I got around to watching last night and there is an issue with DTS-MA. There is no sound coming out of my receiver. You have to call Fox and get them to send you a replacement.

06-12-2009, 05:04 PM	#9
DetroitSportsFan Hot Deals Moderator Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Michigan 4K collection:439 Blu-ray collection:2226 Trading Score:93	Yes, it's worth the double dip. The upgrade in picture and sound quality is worth it.

06-12-2009, 05:18 PM	#10
AKORIS Blu-ray Prince Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Beautiful Pacific Northwest 4K collection:662 Blu-ray collection:3655 Blu-ray reviews:19	My opinion is more mixed-- DIE HARD 3 is a huge upgrade-- has the "pop" that you want to see on blu-ray DIE HARD 1 and 2 are good but not great. I can't think of any scenes where I said "wow" at the picture. I don't regret buying them because with very rare exception-- the hi def picture is always better than the dvd version but these are not show off blu-rays...

06-12-2009, 06:05 PM	#11
Steve46 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Oshawa, ON 4K collection:156 Blu-ray collection:1040 Blu-ray reviews: 79 Trading Score:16	The sound upgrade is worth noting too, especially with this genre.

06-12-2009, 07:00 PM	#12
DeeEmEcks Active Member Member since:Jun 2008 4K collection:868 Blu-ray collection:2706 DVD collection:107 Blu-ray reviews:1	to me even the first movie looked infinitely better than i had ever ever seen it before... a must if you are a fan of blu in my opinion!

06-12-2009, 08:23 PM	#13
Clark Kent Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Metropolis Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:184	The current Die Hard Blu-rays look infinitely better and sound better than the THX dvds. These movies will never look great except for the last one, which does look awesome, because of how they shot them. I would recommend picking up the set if the price is affordable.

06-12-2009, 08:44 PM	#14
supersix4 Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Blu-ray collection:572 Blu-ray reviews: 53 Trading Score:3	yes it crushes those I have that set as well the audio and also the noticeable gain in video quality is a must have.

06-12-2009, 09:18 PM	#15
Adam.C Power Member Member since:Apr 2009 Home Theater Gallery:1 4K collection:51 Blu-ray collection:201 Trading Score:31	its on Amazon goldbox right now for $40 for all 4 movies.

06-13-2009, 12:53 AM	#17
Mobe1969 Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Brisbane, Australia 4K collection:980 Blu-ray collection:1610	Worth buying alone for the pic quality improvement of the third film. The DVD releases were pretty mediocre. A shame the 4th film is not available in the proper version on Blu

06-13-2009, 12:56 AM	#18
Kynch Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Oct 2008 Location:UK Home Theater Gallery:1 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:60	I would so get it for $40 off Amazon right now. Damn you, credit card!

06-13-2009, 02:12 AM	#20
Pfdfiredog Expert Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Florida Blu-ray collection:852 DVD collection:28 Trading Score:11	Other than the PG version of part 4 are the other versions the special editions or basic? I know its silly but the special features and extras are a thing for me. Thanks guys.

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