TechSpec924

8 hours ago, R1s1ngs0n said:

Vey nice. Can't wait to see live vids of the inside content... I know @hal56 especially is looking forward to it.

@hal56 😂

[*Insert all UHD editions instead of the Ring*]

Just now, ncraft said:

 

Oh, I'm not bothered in the least! I don't have a premium edition of LOTR, so I'm happy either way. But I'm enjoying reading all the other comments about the results lol.

2 minutes ago, Gary K said:

I’m still a little confused about how you actually feel 🤣

I'm guessing it's something like this....😂

Just now, Gary K said:

 

The original art is on the box which comes INSIDE the wooden box with the poster art.

Ahh...gotcha. Thank you for the clarification!

I keep forgetting we're dealing with a Wooden Box edition which, obviously (to everyone else, apparently), still has stuff INSIDE of it. This is my first Wooden Box edition, if that also isn't obvious lol.

30 minutes ago, cypheria078 said:

So...I'm confused here. I keep seeing BS for both cover editions. I know the Poster Art "won" in the polling, so is UHD Club including their original concept art elsewhere in the edition?

10 minutes ago, hal56 said:

Why are you talking about compromises here? The other concept lost. Simple as that.

This result will always be a little iffy for me, as a ton of people who voted for the poster artwork to be used aren't even participating in the GB. Definitely needs an asterisk next to the result in the record book lol.

14 hours ago, ShadowWarrior said:

While this isn't the cover artwork I voted for, I'm not upset in the least because this will still be an absolutely beautiful and stunning edition! I don't own any premium editions of this trilogy, so I'll finally be able to retire my Best Buy boxset from the front-and-center position.

@Masterblaster

John, did you receive my payment for the shipping invoice? I did receive the duplicate invoice that I requested, but I was able to finally pay on the first one you sent me. I can provide the confirmation # if you need it.

Even PP has the invoice marked "Paid."

1 hour ago, IV1981 said:

If only I was rich 😭. My wife will kill me if I buy the three movies. 

1 hour ago, Veum said:

 

@IV1981 couldn’t you use PayPal Credit, you can have upto 6 months to pay, wouldn’t your wife agree? 🧐 

PayPal Pay-In-4 is your friend here! This is the only way I can afford to participate in some of these luxury releases lol.

2 hours ago, Masterblaster said:

So sent some of you an invoice in your paypal , so please take a look , mostly those who requested the DL (as a single) 

 

More to come ....

 

Take care

John

 

Invoice paid! Had to access the invoice a different way, but I was able to pay.

Please disregard my last message. No need to resend the invoice. 

2 hours ago, Veum said:

 

BUT…

 

Can't  believe it's already been a year since the debut of the CE line! Congratulations on what I definitely consider to be a unique and premium lineup of editions. This has been a fun one to be a part of since the beginning. Looking forward to many more beautiful and interesting releases.

I see Avatar 1 & 2 in there.  Definitely excited to see what CE comes up with for both of those!

And I just noticed that the dinosaur artwork matches, in order, the mini dinosaurs pictured on the side of the box. That may have just sealed it for me! Such a neat detail to take advantage of.

1 minute ago, Manticore4 said:

Even though I have the Zaavi EU set, this will be a must-buy for me!

Is that the same as the Zavvi UK set? If so, that's the one I have also. Wasn't sure if a set like that would ever come to the States, so I jumped on it. Now I'm seriously considering this set...and I also have the UHD Trilogy boxset.

RIP my wallet.

Damn, those are nice! Love that they used actual dinosaurs for the cover art of each steel, rather than the same JP logo with the colored backgrounds like the Zavvi set.

10 minutes ago, notdan said:

Well, I am happy for everyone that got the design they wanted while also very disappointed that we lost out on something unique.

 

I also think it was a big deal for UHD to be willing to come back and crowd source a design, but I think it is a dangerous precedent to set. I understand why they did it in this case, but I think companies, artists, creators, etc should be able to create the products they want to create. If what they create resonates with people, then they build a reputation; which is exactly what UHD Club has done over the years. They have provided many wonderful editions and I think they should be encouraged to create based on their ideas because they have earned that trust from collectors.

 

The loudest voices in society (especially on the internet) are usually the negative, angry, or disappointed ones. But I doubt any of us, as collectors, want these companies to be guided in their creations by disappointment in something that hasn't even been created yet! If they are then they will never take chances on creating something new and we will all just have shelves full of fancy versions of blu-ray jackets and movie posters. I want them to surprise me and take chances but I understand that I am in the minority. I personally think UHD Club would have created something very cool even if the mock-ups didn't do it justice.

 

I also think if something like this happens more in the future, we should really consider showing beauty shots before starting a group buy. I understand why people would be upset if they are locked into something they don't want, and being able to see what they are getting before signing up would allow the company to make what they want and people to make the decision of if they want it. I don't pretend to know all the things that may make that difficult to do though.

 

Anyway, nothing here is meant to insult anyone that voted for this design. Just expressing my opinion; I really am happy that the majority of members got what they wanted in the end. Cheers everyone!

7 minutes ago, notdan said:

Haha my design was the original so there would be no need to say this...

I agree with most of what you said here. I, too, am a little disappointed the original design choice didn't win the day, but still happy I will own a premium edition set of this fantastic trilogy.

Looks great!

Closest edition I've seen so far that matches the Best Buy JW 1-3 Stash Book.

6 minutes ago, Hollywood E Rock said:

@TechSpec924 

 

I can confirm that your request was put in about two hours ago. Sometimes when you join our Group Buys after submitting your request you are taken back to the release thread. I’m sure you will be receiving a request to join the club soon. Just keep a look out please.

Awesome. Thank you for checking!

@Gipsy Danger @Gary K @ukade2327

Did my GB request go through? I submitted for all three editions, but didn’t get the usual confirmation message screen. Just got kicked back out to the main thread after hitting Submit.

I think somebody else was having this same issue....

Not every edition is for everyone, and that's okay. That's what makes this hobby fun and unique. 

5 minutes ago, Masterblaster said:

I think this will be really nice with a gloss finish .. its really better then the same thing everytime ... its something not out there yet ... 

 

 

I agree. I don't always want something that has already been done. I love a unique release, especially for the money we spend. This artwork may not be the best, but it's definitely different and will definitely stand out.

I felt the same way about the WeET slips for Arrival. I liked the less popular choice more because it was different from everything else already out there.

Was waiting for BS (and hoping the GB didn't sell out) before making my decision. Just pulled the trigger on all three editions.

This will be my first colored wooden box edition purchase! When I saw the BS, my first thought was it looked a little cartoon-y, but maybe that's just because it's painted artwork on wood.... Maybe it's more accurate to say it resembles more an oil painting. In any case, I do like the artwork. Just sharing my thoughts here.

Maybe those of you who have purchased other UHD wooden box editions would be so kind as to share your thoughts on them.

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1 hour ago, Gary K said:

Available now for pre-order from Orbitdvd in the US. 

I ordered as well! Thanks for always looking out, @Gary K.

Really hope their Media Mail Parcel service is packaged well....

1 hour ago, Gary K said:

Available now for pre-order from Orbitdvd in the US. 

Any rumors if this may come to any other US retailers, like maybe Amazon US or Best Buy? I'm cool with Orbitdvd if necessary, but their website says no pre-order cancelations lol.

Heard of these guys, but never ordered from them.