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[no-one]

"Condor" Cassette: Buzzsaw?

That's what it said on the 1984 packaging.

[img]vintage[/img]

So the difference between thirty years is styrofoam and an ampersand
and French
I haven't noticed the old Hasbro logo until just now

and the disclaimer at the bottom

Ha I just saw your post. Good thing it wasn't packaged in a facility that also processes tree nuts, soy or milk.

[cloneemperor]

This was my first Soundwave all those years ago. This is a must for me if I can find it.

[Sabrblade]

"Condor" Cassette: Buzzsaw?

That's what it said on the 1984 packaging.

[img]vintage[/img]

So the difference between thirty years is styrofoam and an ampersand
and French
I haven't noticed the old Hasbro logo until just now

and the disclaimer at the bottom

And "Converts" instead of "Transforms".

[Jelze Bunnycat]

"Does not record or play cassettes..." ..gotta love the times we are living in .

...and before anyone chimes in, yes I know there was a working transformable cassette Tape Player in Japan, but still, as kids we did not need disclaimers to know these products did not actually function in a *real world* capacity, nor did they move, talk, or transform on their own.

They'd be too big anyway. The toys are scaled perfectly to so-called micro-cassettes though.

if you're talking about Blaster, he was a working radio, hidden inside a micro-cassette

[no-one]

"Condor" Cassette: Buzzsaw?

That's what it said on the 1984 packaging.

[img]vintage[/img]

So the difference between thirty years is styrofoam and an ampersand
and French
I haven't noticed the old Hasbro logo until just now

and the disclaimer at the bottom

And "Converts" instead of "Transforms".

That's an interesting choice, sounds like some legalese hoop jumping to me. Any insight on that?

[o.supreme]

if you're talking about Blaster, he was a working radio, hidden inside a micro-cassette

I was actually referring to this:

[Jelze Bunnycat]

That's an interesting choice, sounds like some legalese hoop jumping to me. Any insight on that?

Avoiding trademark dilution. Kinda like what could happen with Kleenex for tissues, or Q-Tips for cotton swabs: if those names become commonplace enough, the USPTO could render the term generic, disqualifying it for trademarking purposes.

[firefox91]

I love G1 Soundwave however I already have one of the previous reissues. I don't really need another. Personally I'd love a G1 Grimlock reissue if such a thing is possible.

[-Kanrabat-]

I have a G1 Soundwave reissue already. However, it's the "double tape deck" version and I don't have G1 Buzzsaw. So I'll be all over this one.

[Wireless_Phantom]

Definitely a solid pass for me. I've already got a vintage one and the 2000's reissue so I think I'm good. If they did Soundblaster, though, that would make me buy it again.

[CobraKai]

What do they mean when they say “single door” version? Was there a variant of G1 Soundwave? Anyone got pics of the other version?

[Hellscream9999]

Awesome! I can't wait, I've always kinda wanted a G1 soundwave, and cassette buddy; will definitely try and grab one

[Rodimus Prime]

This is good news for me. I lost my original Soundwave some years ago and I just started a hunt for a replacement. Now I'll just wait until this one hits the stores. As it happens, I also don't have Buzzsaw, so this'll be a get.

[NeonPrime]

This is AWESOME news!!! Soundwave was the first "big" Transformer I got back in 1984. Mini spies were all my parents could find/afford. I always loved Buzzsaw more than Laserbeak...seriously...just check out his tech spec bio, he was way more bad@ss. But, the cartoon prevailed and ever since every Soundwave reissue came with Laserbeak. I picked up the Encore version in 2007 but it just wasn't the same. Hopefully I can find this at retail and finally have my "Rosebud" moment

[Wolfman Jake]

"Condor" Cassette: Buzzsaw?

That's what it said on the 1984 packaging.

[img]vintage[/img]

So the difference between thirty years is styrofoam and an ampersand
and French
I haven't noticed the old Hasbro logo until just now

and the disclaimer at the bottom

Ha I just saw your post. Good thing it wasn't packaged in a facility that also processes tree nuts, soy or milk.

The real question is, is this Soundwave reissue gluten free? Does he have 0 trans fats?

[shajaki]

What do they mean when they say “single door” version? Was there a variant of G1 Soundwave? Anyone got pics of the other version?

Anyone correct me if I'm wrong, but...

Japanese G1 got a second helping of Soundwave ala Sounblaster (or even funnier, "New Soundwave" according the dubs I've seen). He's black and red with a remolded chest window, making him able to hold two tapes instead of just one.



SW has been reissued multiple times over the years, but Hasbro once reissued SW using the SB mold. Meaning he was blue and gold proper, but could hold two tapes.





So these days, the amount of tapes a G1 cassette dude can hold is noteworthy.

[Sabrblade]

What do they mean when they say “single door” version? Was there a variant of G1 Soundwave? Anyone got pics of the other version?

They mean the version of the door that was used on the original 1984 release of the toy, which could only store one cassette inside Soundwave's chest.

In 1987, Japan released a new black version of Soundwave named Soundblaster, whose door had been retooled to jut outward so that the toy could instead hold two cassettes inside its chest.

Over the years, both versions have seen release in various reissues of Soundwave from both Hasbro and TakaraTomy. This latest Hasbro reissue looks to be using the normal 1984 Soundwave door version instead of the Soundblaster version of the door.

[DeathReviews]

M'eh - I've got MP Soundwave. Better articulation, better transformation, better accessories, better everything. If the waiter brings you filet mignon, why would you order him to take it back and bring you bologna?

[no-one]

M'eh - I've got MP Soundwave. Better articulation, better transformation, better accessories, better everything. If the waiter brings you filet mignon, why would you order him to take it back and bring you bologna?

Mississippi flat steak can be quite delicious when prepared correctly.

[chuckdawg1999]

I have about 3 Soundwave reissues, I'll have to pass on this one as 2 of the 3 are this mold. FYI the original Soundwave mold, with the single tape door, was lost years ago. This mold is the only one they have to use.

[Sabrblade]

I have about 3 Soundwave reissues, I'll have to pass on this one as 2 of the 3 are this mold. FYI the original Soundwave mold, with the single tape door, was lost years ago. This mold is the only one they have to use.

Both the 2009 SDCC/HTS Universe reissue and the 2013 Linkin Park Soundwave used the 1984 single-tape door.

[Jelze Bunnycat]

I have about 3 Soundwave reissues, I'll have to pass on this one as 2 of the 3 are this mold. FYI the original Soundwave mold, with the single tape door, was lost years ago. This mold is the only one they have to use.

Both the 2009 SDCC/HTS Universe reissue and the 2013 Linkin Park Soundwave used the 1984 single-tape door.

Indeed. It was indeed theorized that the original Microman mold is lost, and the newer releases have been reconstructed from molds of newer variations, including Soundblaster, but the Classics reissue of 2006 is the only one to have that double-tape door.

[D-Maximal_Primal]

Here is another G1 Reissue I can get behind! Devastator and now Soundwave. This will be an awesome find in stores

[LordBludgeon]

Random Kid: "Mommy? What is a... Cassette Recorder?"

[chuckdawg1999]

I have about 3 Soundwave reissues, I'll have to pass on this one as 2 of the 3 are this mold. FYI the original Soundwave mold, with the single tape door, was lost years ago. This mold is the only one they have to use.

Both the 2009 SDCC/HTS Universe reissue and the 2013 Linkin Park Soundwave used the 1984 single-tape door.

If the 2009 release had a bunch of cassettes with it then no, it was not the original mold. The original mold opened like a normal cassette player. When it was retooled for the double cassettes the hinge was moved down closer to the molded buttons. When they wanted to go back to the single cassette gimmick, they had to make a new door.