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Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Mon Jan 21, 2013 10:36 pmby Rated X
Wow the MP line is so out of scale with each other. I mean should Hot Rod really be that much taller than Sideswipe ? Dont get me wrong, the detail is beautiful, but I just dont get what people like about the huge size ? Theyre in scale with dolls for crying out loud ! (hence the pictures) If this figure could be shrunk to voyager size, Id be all over it.
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Mon Jan 21, 2013 10:39 pmby Mindmaster
Rated X wrote:...should Hot Rod really be that much taller than Sideswipe?
Technically, he's supposed to be in scale with MP-10, not Lambor.
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Mon Jan 21, 2013 10:49 pmby Bumblevivisector
I'm hoping they don't change a thing for the US release, except maybe a yellow optic band (though not a purple repaint; I like comic continuity better, but not THAT much better), but I'm guessing Hasbro might not include Megatron.
I'm all for sensitivity in the wake of the horrible shootings of the past year, but one thing I learned in the wake of Aurora is that such tragedies seem to lead to toy guns getting cracked-down upon instead of the real ones...for some reason. I hope I didn't just start some polarizing debate, but I just noticed the Megatron, and it's something I WOULD like to see Hasbro include as well. Because it's harmless fantasy. And it's too small to be mistaken for a real magnum. Just sayin'.
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Mon Jan 21, 2013 11:13 pmby Arctorro
Rated X wrote:Wow the MP line is so out of scale with each other. I mean should Hot Rod really be that much taller than Sideswipe ? Dont get me wrong, the detail is beautiful, but I just dont get what people like about the huge size ? Theyre in scale with dolls for crying out loud ! (hence the pictures) If this figure could be shrunk to voyager size, Id be all over it.
MP-01 Optimus and MP-05 Megatron are from the old larger scale. Hot Rod is actually G1 Rodimus Prime with the Hot Rod modes being more of a gimmick that doesn't scale well with the other figures, but it isn't really meant to. MP-09 Rodimus Prime, MP-10 Optimus, MP-11 Starscream, MP-12 Sideswipe and MP-13 Soundwave are all in perfect scale with each other based on the G1 size chart. MP-08 Grimlock could be considered a bit small, but still looks good with the others.
Don't get me wrong, the detail is beautiful, but I just don't see it happening in voyager size
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Mon Jan 21, 2013 11:43 pmby Ultra Markus
Bumblevivisector wrote:I'm hoping they don't change a thing for the US release, except maybe a yellow optic band (though not a purple repaint; I like comic continuity better, but not THAT much better), but I'm guessing Hasbro might not include Megatron.
I'm all for sensitivity in the wake of the horrible shootings of the past year, but one thing I learned in the wake of Aurora is that such tragedies seem to lead to toy guns getting cracked-down upon instead of the real ones...for some reason. I hope I didn't just start some polarizing debate, but I just noticed the Megatron, and it's something I WOULD like to see Hasbro include as well. Because it's harmless fantasy. And it's too small to be mistaken for a real magnum. Just sayin'.
the 20th anniversary masterpiece prime back in 2005 included it even after those other mass shootings way back when(heres a guide for reference:
http://www.motherjones.com/politics/201 ... -full-data ) so i wouldn't count it out yet there is still hope
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 3:41 amby Henry921
Mindmaster wrote:Rated X wrote:...should Hot Rod really be that much taller than Sideswipe?
Technically, he's supposed to be in scale with MP-10, not Lambor.
I certainly hate knowing that Hot Rod is taller than Soundwave.
Still, I hope one day I can forget it, as I leave MP Rodimus boxed for all eternity as punishment for... uh, existing.
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 3:59 amby Ravage XK
I hope the quality control is sorted on this figure, after the issues with Sideswipe this could kill the MP line for me if its messed up.
As much as I love Soundwave I think Laserbeak could be the star of this release.
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 8:54 amby AutoBorst
Rated X wrote:Wow the MP line is so out of scale with each other. I mean should Hot Rod really be that much taller than Sideswipe ? Dont get me wrong, the detail is beautiful, but I just dont get what people like about the huge size ? Theyre in scale with dolls for crying out loud ! (hence the pictures) If this figure could be shrunk to voyager size, Id be all over it.
Which is exactly why I decided not to buy MP Sideswipe. Ever since they released MP Hot Rod Takara's gone and messed up the whole scale. Bad enough Soundwave will be a whole head shorter than Megatron, but Sideswipe shouldn't look like a Autobot mini spy next to him.
So I'm guessing the next MP announcement will be Soundblaster?
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 9:00 amby Ravage XK
AutoBorst wrote:So I'm guessing the next MP announcement will be Soundblaster?
Wonder what tape he would come with?
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 9:07 amby kirbenvost
I just pictured Soundwave blasting Rod Stewart... because yeah I think he's sexy!
I agree with those who think Rodimus is too tall. But it's true, he was meant to be Rodimus Prime, so I guess it's forgiven. Sideswipe really does look tiny though.
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 10:41 amby El Duque
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 12:16 pmby Bumbleblogn
At first the legs on this guy really bothered me, but after I saw you could at least pose them in a running/standing/action foreign pose, it became alright. Sadly tho, the shinning point of this set Is laserbeak, and I'm not saying this sarcastically. The way takara re-imaged this toy is simply stunning. Going from a toy that was basicly a parts former, to a toy that has 3X the articulation and NO CIBBLE! It's a shame you can't just buy laserbeak lol
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 12:20 pmby jindrak
I don't want to see any more pictures of this, I want to OWN it!!!
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 1:17 pmby mooncake623
Wow that's a lot of pictures!
so does the clear energon cube comes with all Soundwave releases or just the Amazon exclusive one? All the pictures and reviews I've seen of him has it but neither say if they have the Amazon exclusive version
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 1:19 pmby Arie
mooncake623 wrote:Wow that's a lot of pictures!
so does the clear energon cube comes with all Soundwave releases or just the Amazon exclusive one? All the pictures and reviews I've seen of him has it but neither say if they have the Amazon exclusive version
The Amazon release simply comes with an extra energon cube.
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 1:25 pmby mooncake623
Oh that's great news thanks!
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 3:26 pmby kirbenvost
Holy extensive gallery, Batman! So nice. I love the little speakers in the arm compartments, very nice touch.
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 3:40 pmby Mindmaster
kirbenvost wrote:I love the little speakers in the arm compartments, very nice touch.
Speakers in the arm compartment? What the....?
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 4:26 pmby Nemesis Maximo
This is officially my entire Christmas List. "Dear Santa..."
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 7:52 pmby Stormrider
Ravage XK wrote:I hope the quality control is sorted on this figure, after the issues with Sideswipe this could kill the MP line for me if its messed up.
As much as I love Soundwave I think Laserbeak could be the star of this release.
What was the issue with your Sideswipe? I didn't have any.
Regarding the scale. I don't have any problem with height of Sideswipe, Soundwave, MP10, and Rodimus Prime, Seekers, and Grimlock.
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 7:54 pmby YoungPrime
All I want is the bird.
Bird, bird, bird...bird is the word!
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 8:01 pmby Stormrider
Great detailed pics. Love the speakers in the arm. And the articulation with the shoulder.
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 8:01 pmby Mindmaster
YoungPrime wrote:All I want is the bird.
Bird, bird, bird...bird is the word!
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 8:43 pmby SKYWARPED_128
So you have to cut out the two illustrations on the user manual and sandwich it between SW's chest and the transparent grid plate for the schematics gimmick?
I'd rather scan the two illustrations and print them out...or make some original ones.
I hate that, like MP-10, there's a space/gap between his fingers and the bottom of the gun, caused by the blocky forearm:
It could have been remedied by redesigning the gun so that the trigger parts could be lowered a little when deployed, like the GU-11 gunpods for Yamato's 1/60 VF-1 toys:
Overall, though, this is a kickass toy; can't wait for it to arrive at my hobby store.
Re: In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave
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Tue Jan 22, 2013 9:55 pmby feeiq90
im guessing his thigh uses the joint like hasbro iron man figure..if u rotate the upper part,u can get a good range of motion for his leg...any confirmation on this?
