TRU MP Soundwave & A/Storm prices and codes

[lancalot]

i'm going to the states next month - what are my chances of getting an MP off the shelf?

Well i heard on FB that TRU restock every wed and fri... so try going to opening on them days...
good luck

[drifand]

How do you guys check on the stock against the TRU system? Is there a link or do you give them the product code to check?

[Baygadosi]

There are like only TWO TRU's near brisbane. ONLY TWO! WHAT IS THIS RUBBISH! Rage rage rage rant rant vent, sigh travel is needed to obtain MP soundwave

[Sinnertwin]

How do you guys check on the stock against the TRU system? Is there a link or do you give them the product code to check?

Product code or name. They can search using either

[BigTransformerTrev]

There are like only TWO TRU's near brisbane. ONLY TWO! WHAT IS THIS RUBBISH! Rage rage rage rant rant vent, sigh travel is needed to obtain MP soundwave

Try living 5 hours away from the nearest one mate :(

[Caffinetron]

There are like only TWO TRU's near brisbane. ONLY TWO! WHAT IS THIS RUBBISH! Rage rage rage rant rant vent, sigh travel is needed to obtain MP soundwave

I know of the one in Aspley, that is my go to. But where is the other?

[DELTAprime]

I know of the one in Aspley, that is my go to. But where is the other?

Garden City

[BigTransformerTrev]

According to my Canadian mate, MP Soundwave is now NOT going to be released up there in contradiction to the reports that came out a few weeks ago. He's had to source one through an Amecian contact. The stupid thing is that he said the TRU packaging center for the figure is only 20 minutes down the road from his house :rolleyes: A bugger for those folk that were going to get SW through Canadian contacts and yet another country of folk that will be in competition for the figures that do exist.

[Sinnertwin]

According to my Canadian mate, MP Soundwave is now NOT going to be released up there in contradiction to the reports that came out a few weeks ago. He's had to source one through an Amecian contact. The stupid thing is that he said the TRU packaging center for the figure is only 20 minutes down the road from his house :rolleyes: A bugger for those folk that were going to get SW through Canadian contacts and yet another country of folk that will be in competition for the figures that do exist.

Odd. There have been purchases reported (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/transformers-masterpiece-soundwave-released-at-canadian-retail-178173/) :confused:

[BigTransformerTrev]

Odd. There have been purchases reported (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/transformers-masterpiece-soundwave-released-at-canadian-retail-178173/) :confused:

Hmmmm, I suppose he could well have been mistaken. He's got his figure so he's happy either way I guess. He didn't provide me with any evidence SW was not coming to Canada, but then I didn't ask him to substantiate his claim :D;)

[GoktimusPrime]

If only someone had a contact in Longueuil! ;)

[Skript]

Went to Toys R Us and guess whaaaaaaaaat???

Squat.. Nada...

=(

[ILikeSoundwave]

Went to Toys R Us and guess whaaaaaaaaat???

Squat.. Nada...

=(

You got me really REALLY excited there for one moment:D

[Skript]

Sorry =(

Think i'm just getting frustrated...
No idea on when...

[UltraMarginal]

supposed to be November, Metroplex is September.

[nexusnixx]

Finally found a source but its aud$220. Is that good? Pm if interested.

[Sinnertwin]

Finally found a source but its aud$220. Is that good? Pm if interested.

Compared to the $150 that it'll be available locally for, probably not. But it depends if people are willing to pay the extra $70, if they aren't able to obtain one.

[nexusnixx]

Hmmmm true. Alright back to square one.



Compared to the $150 that it'll be available locally for, probably not. But it depends if people are willing to pay the extra $70, if they aren't able to obtain one.

[KalEl]

no luck yet at knox

[Gouki]

I'll be surprised if many people manage to snag one. I'm seeing MP Soundwave all over my Facebook and Twitter from people I didn't even know liked Transformers, so yeah.

[AJ_Prime]

I'm still crossing my fingers that these two guys will be held back for a sale like MP-10 and MP TC were. At least that way there is a confirmed available date.

[Bidoofdude]

Went to TRU in HK, a whole bloody stack of Soundwaves, at about $200 each. They had Acid Storm as well but I only saw one, which was at counter.

[Trent]

TRU US has them in stock. Here is the link (http://m.toysrus.com/skava/static/product.html?type=TRU_product_us&url=%2Fproduct%2Findex.jsp%3FproductId%3D19038126&domain=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.toysrus.com). Don't know if it will work as its a mobile link.

No idea if they will ship it here. I'm waiting for local release.

[Ae-Evolution]

Went to TRU in HK, a whole bloody stack of Soundwaves, at about $200 each. They had Acid Storm as well but I only saw one, which was at counter.

Which store was this?


TRU US has them in stock. Here is the link (http://m.toysrus.com/skava/static/product.html?type=TRU_product_us&url=%2Fproduct%2Findex.jsp%3FproductId%3D19038126&domain=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.toysrus.com). Don't know if it will work as its a mobile link.

No idea if they will ship it here. I'm waiting for local release.

Nope :(

[lancalot]

That cool ... at least there heap of stock now that the initial rush has been through , and heap of it on ebay which are not really selling , so hopefully by the time in comes to release time here the scalper will see that it not worth it and should be easier for everyone to obtain one ...

[drifand]

So pissed with the scalpers on ebay, I do not mind occasional extra one or two but when they buy 5 -9 it pisses me off and I find myself avoiding ebay for all new toys.

[Sinnertwin]

Went to TRU in HK, a whole bloody stack of Soundwaves, at about $200 each. They had Acid Storm as well but I only saw one, which was at counter.

How odd. I would've expected the opposite. Unless they received 10 boxes of Soundwave and 2 boxes of Acidstorm.
And as of last Saturday, they're still not in the country.

[GoktimusPrime]

Oh gawd, I hope Acid Storm's not shortpacked... cos he's the only one I want!

[Bidoofdude]

Which store was this?


Harbour City. ;)

[Skript]

Singapore/ HK - Mecca of Tf's for Aussie fans...

Unbelievable the amount of stock they get in...

[nsm034]

found an acid storm for $69 on a toy site, unfortunately they wanted $80 shipping . lol

[ILikeSoundwave]

Every time I see a new post in this thread I get excited and think there has been a first sighting:o:D

[nsm034]

Every time I see a new post in this thread I get excited and think there has been a first sighting:o:D

premature exiteulation :rolleyes:

[liegeprime]

Singapore/ HK - Mecca of Tf's for Aussie fans...

Unbelievable the amount of stock they get in...

I guess coz they're near the China Mainland so stock is easier to get.
then it starts to trickle down but unfortunately something stops most releases ever getting here in Aus :(

I just go halfway hehehe, I get mine via a friend in Phils ( or when I go for holidays there - binge buying heheh) as they get lots of stock from HK / Singapore sources unlike Aus.

[tangy]

Im on holidays in chicago at the moment. I rang the big TRU and they dont have any :(

They said nobody within 2 hrs has any argh!! The hunt continues

[Ploughmans Lunch]

I'm out of the country for a while, but if someone is able to snag/reserve Soundwave and i can pay for it + postage + an extra lil bit for your time I'd appreciate it! :)

[Megatron]

I'm out of the country for a while, but if someone is able to snag/reserve Soundwave and i can pay for it + postage + an extra lil bit for your time I'd appreciate it! :)

Join the queue. ;)

[Ploughmans Lunch]

Haha, didn't know it was in November. NEVERMINNNNNND~

[jazzcomp]

Im on holidays in chicago at the moment. I rang the big TRU and they dont have any :(

They said nobody within 2 hrs has any argh!! The hunt continues
Try to ship to home or ship to store on their online website. :)

[tangy]

Got an acid storm! Well 2 actually - bought an extra one incase someone off the forum wants to buy one.... The guy at TRU said they are getting a truck in tonight so Im going to call back and hopefully get a sound wave!

[Kazza]

Got an acid storm! Well 2 actually - bought an extra one incase someone off the forum wants to buy one.... The guy at TRU said they are getting a truck in tonight so Im going to call back and hopefully get a sound wave!

I'm interested in your spare acidstorm, once you get back, let me know how much it will cost to post to melbourne.

[jazzcomp]

Got an acid storm! Well 2 actually - bought an extra one incase someone off the forum wants to buy one.... The guy at TRU said they are getting a truck in tonight so Im going to call back and hopefully get a sound wave!
Interested as well. If you are in Sydney, I'll be able to pick up :D
But Kazza has first dibs. ;)

[UltraMarginal]

Got an acid storm! Well 2 actually - bought an extra one incase someone off the forum wants to buy one.... The guy at TRU said they are getting a truck in tonight so Im going to call back and hopefully get a sound wave!

You got an Acid Storm at a TRU in Sydney? I didn't think they were going to be here for another month or so!!

[ILikeSoundwave]

You got an Acid Storm at a TRU in Sydney? I didn't think they were going to be here for another month or so!!

He's on holiday at Chicago:)

[UltraMarginal]

He's on holiday at Chicago:)

OH, Right:o
Yeah, I knew that <sheepish>

[Logician]

So the soundwave page seems to have gone from the US toysrus page, or am I just missing something? What does that mean?

[Freya]

Its mean "SOLD OUT" and no longer restock!

[tangy]

yeah i rang around all TRU stores in Chicago and LA and was told nobody had any left and they didnt know when they are getting any more.

They apparently have some in NY at the Times square store though?

[Megatran]

Back to Australia........ Does anyone know how many units of Hasbro MP Soundwave will be available in November at TRU (breakdonw of state by state or store)?

If its very limited stock, there are going to be dissapointed TF fans, along with posts on the Venting thread!!! Many of us didn't fork out $200 USD + shipping for the privilege of owning one and took the punt on getting it local for $150 AUD. Sometimes you roll the dice and hope TRU Austalia do the right thing by TF fans by having enough MP SW for everyone who wants one.

[UltraMarginal]

600 Apparently

[Megatran]

600 Apparently

Yep, message from TRU AU Customer Service:

We will be receiving approximately 400 pieces of the Acid Storm range and approximately 600 pieces of the Soundwave.

Unfortunately at this time we do not have information about how these units will be distributed per state and store.

Given the popularity of Soundwave, there's going to be a frenzy when MP SW hits the shelves. :eek::eek::eek:

[Ploughmans Lunch]

There's no precise date yet, is there?

[Sinnertwin]

There's no precise date yet, is there?

Not a precise date.
You'll also find that some stores will get them later than others, some may have them sitting out the back while others have sold out, so on and so forth.

[Megatran]

This waiting game is pure agony.

First up, the supposed release of MP SW in June didn't happen. What was TRU's excuse for the delay?

Then, we all got burned from the hype of ordering from TRU USA, only to find out that international buyers were not welcome. (Some lucky few had the option of 'shipping to home' to a USA address).

One thing is for sure, as we move ever so closer to November, TRU stores will be fielding lots & lots of phone calls asking whether MP SW & Acid Storm have been sighted on shelves or in the back store room.

[lancalot]

i was wondering if they going to let you order online here? i love to see their server handle that ... :D

[Ploughmans Lunch]

I just want one ;_;

[Trent]

i was wondering if they going to let you order online here? i love to see their server handle that ... :D

Probably not. We couldn't order MP-10 or TC online

[crankcase76]

Not a precise date.
You'll also find that some stores will get them later than others, some may have them sitting out the back while others have sold out, so on and so forth.

The only precise date i got from the TRU staff from the Penrith store was that it will be in the warehouse on the 2nd november, but they couldnt give a date when it would be in the store.

[Megatran]

The only precise date i got from the TRU staff from the Penrith store was that it will be in the warehouse on the 2nd november, but they couldnt give a date when it would be in the store.

....... which means making phone calls to our local TRU store come November .........

[drifand]

got my takara backup soundwave so this isn't too bad.

[Logician]

600 hey? Anyone know how may TRU stores there are in Aust?

[Sinnertwin]

600 hey? Anyone know how may TRU stores there are in Aust?

35

[1orion2many]

That's 17.142857 per store:D or in reality 2 per WA store and 18 per store for the rest of Australia:rolleyes::p

[Megatran]

I'm going out on a limb here and saying there should be enough MP Soundwave for people who want to buy one ... unless people grab multiple units. I'm trying to stay positive.

Does anyone know if TRU puts a limit per customer?

[Hursticon]

Does anyone know if TRU puts a limit per customer?

Sadly, no, they don't - They have a "First in, best dressed" policy & for high-demand items such as these? - This is a problem that could be easily remedied. :(

[Necare]

do the newer figures begin showing up on one coast vs another here? in the US typically, the figures show up on the West Coast first and then move Eastward based on distribution.

[Hursticon]

do the newer figures begin showing up on one coast vs another here? in the US typically, the figures show up on the West Coast first and then move Eastward based on distribution.

Australia's distribution channels are often all over the place, especially with regards to Transformers/Toys, but you should expect that capital cities will general see things before more regional & rural areas more often than not. :)

[drifand]

If people think this is going to sell like hot cakes, they going to check again.

I did think about it as well to grab two, then I am hearing a lot of NEWS about high quality KO and Soundwave was mentioned. Now there is already the cassettes KOed.

Think about it, if you think buying all the soundwaves would make you a rich man then that's sad news. There will be alternatives and regardless people would only pay a certain amount above RRP.

Chances are I am going to grab one and that's it. No use to be greedy and then you ended up with dead weight. Mostly grab one and report sightings to help your mates here.

[Gouki]

If people think this is going to sell like hot cakes, they going to check again.

This will sell like hot cakes. I'm a little amused that people don't seem to think this will sell better than Optimus. Of course it will! It's been sufficiently advertised to non-Transformers fans, and interest is massive.

[drifand]

This will sell like hot cakes. I'm a little amused that people don't seem to think this will sell better than Optimus. Of course it will! It's been sufficiently advertised to non-Transformers fans, and interest is massive.

Yes and no, because this has been out for quite a long time, many non-Transformers fans have already gotten it. I even already gotten the Takara version so chances is most of you will get one.

also a KO version will be available.

[Trent]

Yes and no, because this has been out for quite a long time, many non-Transformers fans have already gotten it. I even already gotten the Takara version so chances is most of you will get one.

also a KO version will be available.

Takara MP-10 had been out for a fair while before the Hasbro version was released as well. That didnt stop them flying off shelves. Also the Hasbro version is significantly cheaper in both cases (OP and Soundwave) so there will be many, like a large portion of board members here, awaiting the local release.

Also I can't ever recall a case where a TF KO release has significantly affected the sales of the genuine item.

[drifand]

That would depend on scalpers wouldn't it? If they bought up everything and throw Soundwave at ridiculous $300 and then a similar high quality KO is only at $110, I would think that would change everything.

Like said, Yes and No, I am not saying this wont fly off the shelves, it would. But at what rate? snap up within one day? or as per gradually? I am beginning to be very anti-Ebay for new items. And if they are trying to dominate with such method, the only thing I would do is not support it.

Macross Chogokin is one example, I noticed they are beginning to lower some prices because they realized they have reached the potential of what a customer willing to pay, and thus is going to be dead stock to them or they lower it gradually.

For Soundwave, hot item yes, not getting one, I would think is a bit weird, seeing some reported heaps in hk on the shelves. You can count the handful of members here who are interested and technically we all should be able to get one. Unless some moron bought everything.

For me, I think it wont be end of the world, At worst I buy KO tapes, there is no way I be paying $90 just for two small figures, absolutely not. even Sideswipe would be pushing it for me at that price.

[UltraMarginal]

it was still possible to find an MP-10 here and there a fortnight or so after they first appeared. they will move fast but probably will take a week.

[Sinnertwin]

it was still possible to find an MP-10 here and there a fortnight or so after they first appeared. they will move fast but probably will take a week.

I remember walking into a TRU store & there was still about 6 left- this is roughly 10 days after his release

[1AZRAEL1]

I'll be damned if I'm gonna buy KO over legit figures. End of story. No matter if they are cheaper than ebay prices.

[drifand]

I'll be damned if I'm gonna buy KO over legit figures. End of story. No matter if they are cheaper than ebay prices.

End of the day, is Hasbro's TRU call. Making things too exclusive and too difficult people will resort to KOs.

I honestly woudn't like to support KOs. But if people are going make things extremely hard, then it leaves people with limited choices.

Also to note, unlike sideswipe KO which requires a Lamborghini wording, Soundwave would be absolutely nothing of that sort. Making it absolutely hard to find flaws if they replicate it at standards that they are currently producing.

I definitely want to get a Hasbro one if I can. And that will be all for me. If I happened to get zero, then I buy KO tapes and that will be end of it.

[Megatran]

I visit my local TRU store every weekend in the hope that it might turn up early. And on just about every occasion, there are one or several people with the same agenda.

I have no doubt these 2 MP lines will fly off the shelves as soon as people get a wiff that they have arrived. Firstly, there are only 600 units or thereabouts for SW and 400 for Acid Storm, unless TRU decides to get a second lot shipped. Secondly, look at Generations Metropelx at Target. Many of us already got him from an oversees online store, yet we ended up buying a second Metroplex from Target (has to be said that he was on special). Thirdly, SW is one of the most popular TF going around.

On the topic of KOs, why would you support fakes. All they do is push up the price of legit items because the likes of Hasbro and TakTom would add a margin in the price to factor in for the potential loss in sales.

[1AZRAEL1]

I honestly woudn't like to support KOs.

Buying a KO is not an option for me personally. Not gonna stop people from buying them either.

But have you thought of asking someone to grab one for you? I can't get to stores often because of the hours I work, so I've asked people who regularly go to pick one up for me. And I know Perth gets low stock too, but someone from the eastern states would more than be happy to get one and post it to you if you were willing to accept the extra postage cost.

There are always other options before resorting to KO.

[Trent]

I remember walking into a TRU store & there was still about 6 left- this is roughly 10 days after his release

Yeah I bought mine about 3 weeks after they first came out. Granted I had to go to Miranda to get it but they had like 8.

[jazzcomp]

I remember walking into a TRU store & there was still about 6 left- this is roughly 10 days after his release
Lucky. TRU chatswood was sold out on release date. As well as Castle Hill and Parra....

Trent, was that the 2nd batch?

[Bidoofdude]

Reprolabels set available: http://www.reprolabels.com/Binaltech/

Has a red visor for Hasbro version. :)

[Trent]

Lucky. TRU chatswood was sold out on release date. As well as Castle Hill and Parra....

Trent, was that the 2nd batch?

Actually, it probably was

[Megatran]

it was still possible to find an MP-10 here and there a fortnight or so after they first appeared.

It actually worked out well for me 'cos MP-10 was what got me back into TF ... and I never looked back. Had he sold out immediatley, I would not have the TF collection (albeit small) I have now.:)

[Freya]

Same, MP-10 got myself back into Transformers, back then when walk through TRU saw MP grimlock and hot rod, didn't buy them! F**K!!

Even my mate don't collector TF's toys but he want Soundwave! finger cross that we all can get Soundwave!

[drifand]

Same, MP-10 got myself back into Transformers, back then when walk through TRU saw MP grimlock and hot rod, didn't buy them! F**K!!

Even my mate don't collector TF's toys but he want Soundwave! finger cross that we all can get Soundwave!

I didn't know this forum and I was waiting for Grimlock to appear in most regular shops. I am so pissed about TRU exclusives.

[Freya]

I didn't know this forum and I was waiting for Grimlock to appear in most regular shops. I am so pissed about TRU exclusives.

I don't care its exclusives to TRU, I just pissed now I want Grimlock but not willing to pay over $300+ for it...will not pay any TF toys over $200! :D

[Kazza]

I don't care its exclusives to TRU, I just pissed now I want Grimlock but not willing to pay over $300+ for it...will not pay any TF toys over $200! :D

I was like that 2 years ago when I started up my collection, than I increased that to $300 but that usually includes shipping cost.

[Megatran]

I don't care its exclusives to TRU, I just pissed now I want Grimlock but not willing to pay over $300+ for it...will not pay any TF toys over $200! :D

MP Grimlock Reissue is on preorder for US$200 at BBTS & TFSource. Perhaps cheaper once RK lists him on their online store. But you'll need to bump up your $200 limit slightly if you want to secure him. That's pretty reasonable IMO.

[drifand]

He should care about exclusives, as this is why we are in this situation. ;)
I wished they are just all over Australia but this isn't the case and certainly is only limited to TRU and this is actually a problem.

Wished Target brought in the Takara version to equalised the situation.

[MayzaPrime]

He should care about exclusives, as this is why we are in this situation. ;)
I wished they are just all over Australia but this isn't the case and certainly is only limited to TRU and this is actually a problem.

Wished Target brought in the Takara version to equalised the situation.

They used to sell the Takara MP, I bought MP-02 & 04 from Target.

[Sinnertwin]

They used to sell the Takara MP, I bought MP-02 & 04 from Target.

Both of which ended up on clearance, which is probably why they haven't invested in them again. I remember picking up two MP04's for $49.86 a piece.

And there's nothing new from what i've been told as far as SW is concerned.

[UltraMarginal]

I remember picking up two MP04's for $49.86 a piece.


:eek::eek:

My local (macquarie) Target sold out before the sale started. I had to look elsewhere for my MP-04.

[willocrew]

And I'm going to be away in November. GREAT.

But going to HOng Kong though..

[Freya]

And I'm going to be away in November. GREAT.

But going to HOng Kong though..

you might still be available to find in some TRU in Hong Kong, but not list on their web site any more, also its more expensive then our RRP here.

[Megatran]

Everytime I see a new posting on this thread I'm eagerly anticipating the news of MP Soundwave & Acid Storm's in-store date or sighting. It must be getting ever so close now. :p

[griffin]

I think it will be posted up as a new news topic when it gets released... and get posted in just about every topic remotely related to it.

[willocrew]

you might still be available to find in some TRU in Hong Kong, but not list on their web site any more, also its more expensive then our RRP here.

Crap. :(

Really not sure if I should just spring for the takara version which is still availble online now and call it a day.

I really like the red visor and minor detail differences of the Takara version.

But Hasbro's is such a sweet deal.

[Megatran]

Crap. :(

Really not sure if I should just spring for the takara version which is still availble online now and call it a day.

I really like the red visor and minor detail differences of the Takara version.

But Hasbro's is such a sweet deal.

Then get both.;)

[Ploughmans Lunch]

The important thing to remember is that neither this, nor the 2nd reproduction of the TT version, will be the last time Soundwave or his tapes will be produced. How long ago was Grimlock released? In the space of twelve months we've already had two reissues/reruns (Asia exclusive and new MP-08), so if you don't get it now, or today, or in November, it's not actually an issue- everything will come to you in time. :)

[Freya]

The important thing to remember is that neither this, nor the 2nd reproduction of the TT version, will be the last time Soundwave or his tapes will be produced. How long ago was Grimlock released? In the space of twelve months we've already had two reissues/reruns (Asia exclusive and new MP-08), so if you don't get it now, or today, or in November, it's not actually an issue- everything will come to you in time. :)

Yes, most MP is getting reissued now days, it dilutes the market value of the previous version, so far I didn't see Hasbro is reissued MP TF. Also Hasbro MP Soundwave is the best deal in values.

[Lint]

The important thing to remember is that neither this, nor the 2nd reproduction of the TT version, will be the last time Soundwave or his tapes will be produced. How long ago was Grimlock released? In the space of twelve months we've already had two reissues/reruns (Asia exclusive and new MP-08), so if you don't get it now, or today, or in November, it's not actually an issue- everything will come to you in time. :)

Yes everything will be reissued in time but at what cost? This current release of Grimlock is nearly double the original RRP. Thus I can understand the scramble to obtain the Hasbro Soundwave.

Despite this, it is a good point, avoid paying marked up prices for recentish MP's kids (a lesson I learnt with Sideswipe) as there will be re-runs.

[1AZRAEL1]

Despite this, it is a good point, avoid paying marked up prices for recentish MP's kids (a lesson I learnt with Sideswipe) as there will be re-runs.

Sadly KO's appear afterwards too (case in point SS and a pair of the cassettes so far...)

[Cat]

Yes everything will be reissued in time but at what cost? This current release of Grimlock is nearly double the original RRP. Thus I can understand the scramble to obtain the Hasbro Soundwave.

Despite this, it is a good point, avoid paying marked up prices for recentish MP's kids (a lesson I learnt with Sideswipe) as there will be re-runs.

$200 for the new Grimlock seems pretty reasonable to me, given the cost of the original plus inflation. I'd have been pissed if I'd just bought that previous one, though.

For Soundwave, I just gave up and ordered one off eBay. Hasn't arrived yet, but I'm happy with the price. Cost me $180 including shipping. I'm fine with paying $30 to not have a headache, and to know for sure that I've got one.

$30 aggravation tax seems reasonable to me.

[Freya]

$200 for the new Grimlock seems pretty reasonable to me, given the cost of the original plus inflation. I'd have been pissed if I'd just bought that previous one, though.

For Soundwave, I just gave up and ordered one off eBay. Hasn't arrived yet, but I'm happy with the price. Cost me $180 including shipping. I'm fine with paying $30 to not have a headache, and to know for sure that I've got one.

$30 aggravation tax seems reasonable to me.

Wow, you must be lucky to get him at the price on ebay! I've always checked on ebay, couldn't find any TRU MP Soundwave is under $250UD!!

[Bidoofdude]

you might still be available to find in some TRU in Hong Kong, but not list on their web site any more, also its more expensive then our RRP here.

There were plenty when I was there in the first week of the holidays. About $200 AUD. :)

[Lint]

$200 for the new Grimlock seems pretty reasonable to me, given the cost of the original plus inflation.


It's not reasonable given inflation. Thats only been like 8% since 2009

The answer is rising costs of labour in China. Wages growth since 2009 has been 60%. This is roughly in line with the 2013 price of MP-08 ($200) vs the 2009 price of MP-08 ($130).

If this trend continues the common Australian will not be able to afford TF's! (Of course manufacturing will simply move to a cheaper labour source like Mexico or Africa to counter this)

[Cat]

Wow, you must be lucky to get him at the price on ebay! I've always checked on ebay, couldn't find any TRU MP Soundwave is under $250UD!!

Auction hadn't been up long, and the seller had under 100 feedback.

I haven't received it yet, so who knows. But it was worth the risk.

[pw_sd]

As I know, labor wage did not change that much about 60% high. Main reason is americans' QE2 and QE3 dramatically increased plastic's price.

[jazzcomp]

Wow, you must be lucky to get him at the price on ebay! I've always checked on ebay, couldn't find any TRU MP Soundwave is under $250UD!!
I found a sydney seller for $175 + shipping on ebay. Search and buy it. :D
There's two for sale.

[drifand]

gotten my takara one yesterday, waiting on hasbro to come in.

[zs96742]

takara one is about $130 in most toy stores in China now. I am thinking whether I should wait for the hasbro version.

[Freya]

takara one is about $130 in most toy stores in China now. I am thinking whether I should wait for the hasbro version.

WOW, nice. Will see if I can get him next year when I going to visit the in law.

[kaiden]

yay 20% off full priced items 18-20th now i can get Soundw... ait a minute...

[Megatran]

yay 20% off full priced items 18-20th now i can get Soundw... ait a minute...

Like your optimism ... or rather, tongue in cheek. :D

I think TRU kinda learnt their lesson from MP10. They stand to lose of $26,000 in sales had all 600 MP Soundwave & 400 MP Acid Storm been purchased during the Sale.TRU knows that these items will fly off the shelves faster than Vanila Ice can say 'Bum rush the speaker that booms'.

[Sinnertwin]

Like your optimism ... or rather, tongue in cheek. :D

I think TRU kinda learnt their lesson from MP10. They stand to lose of $26,000 in sales had all 600 MP Soundwave & 400 MP Acid Storm been purchased during the Sale.TRU knows that these items will fly off the shelves faster than Vanila Ice can say 'Bum rush the speaker that booms'.

They also had a 25% off coupon last November 22-24, 30% off November 24-26 the year before & if past % off history and pending release dates are anything to go by, they may not have learnt their lesson afterall. I seriously doubt that they structure their promotional % off coupon schedule around any particular toy/brand.

[griffin]

Yeah, they have new stuff released every week among their hundreds of thousands of lines... so a percentage-off sale at any one week is still going to cost them money off something that was new that week.

And in reality, $26,000 is quite negligible for the total National sales in a week (if by chance all Soundwaves and Acidstorms sold in that first week)... and that's the "investment/expense" that they are hoping makes profit from, either by other items people buy later as a returning customer who is impressed by the outcome, and/or the remaining profit margin of those items on sale... which have 40-50% markup from their wholesale price.

[Megatran]

Thanks gents. Makes sense.

I'm excited that another % discount is just around the corner. I know, I know. Past performance is not an indication of future performance. But a 20% off coupon translates to $50 total saving for both units.:)

[drifand]

Don't think TRU stores have any emotional feelings like us. They will just bring it to the shelves when they arrive, nothing more I believe.

This is the same as me trying for Skylanders Legendary, They basically went huh? and didn't really bother even though it was a very hot item to a lot of collectors and only exclusive to TRU.

Honestly though, if non of us are scalping we should be able to obtain one.
Its not a cheap toy. A normal new non transformer fan who is buying toys can see "hmmm...Metrooplex looks bigger" I buy that for the same price.....etc.

[Omega Metro]

Well I'm not wanting these as I already have a Takara Soundwave and a 'snot green' jet does not interest me. So I won't be fighting over these on release day.:)

[Freya]

Well I'm not wanting these as I already have a Takara Soundwave and a 'snot green' jet does not interest me. So I won't be fighting over these on release day.:)

Lots of collectors, bought the Hasbro version and kept all the cassette tapes and resell the Soundwave itself! :D

[Ae-Evolution]

I received a friendly call from TRU today before work, they reminded me about the hold I had on 2 of each figure are told me about their new items (Metroplex and Bruticus vs Grimlock), they say Mp's are less than a month away.

[drifand]

Lots of collectors, bought the Hasbro version and kept all the cassette tapes and resell the Soundwave itself! :D

Lots of collectors don't even know Australia is bringing in the Hasbro version. Many in fact already bought it.

[Sinnertwin]

Lots of collectors don't even know Australia is bringing in the Hasbro version. Many in fact already bought it.

i wouldnt have invested in the TT version had i have known about Hasbro's intention of releasing one.
Although many TF fans/casual fans of Soundwave who arent members here would be following it's progress. All it takes is one Google search of Transformers Soundwave Australia and there's no prize for guessing which site is on top of the list.

[Shirokaze]

Lots of collectors don't even know Australia is bringing in the Hasbro version. Many in fact already bought it.

I, for one, will be doing exactly what Freya said and selling off the Hasbro Soundwave minus his cassettes.

Plus I would find it incredibly difficult to believe that anyone who calls themselves a Transformers Collector in this country doesn't know Soundwave is coming.

[UltraMarginal]

i wouldnt have invested in the TT version had i have known about Hasbro's intention of releasing one.


But the waiting man, the waiting is a killer!! Knowing that there have been soundwaves out there for practically a year, I still don't have one.

but soon, soon my precious.

[Cat]

Mine just arrived from eBay.

Packed well.

Haven't opened it up yet, but it all looks good.

$30 extra well-spent, IMO.

[griffin]

Plus I would find it incredibly difficult to believe that anyone who calls themselves a Transformers Collector in this country doesn't know Soundwave is coming.

Wait, what... we're getting MP Soundwave in Australia?

Dammit! Looks like I have to throw out the collection now... I'm not worthy enough to be a Transformers Collector. :p

:D

[Zommael]

I, for one, will be doing exactly what Freya said and selling off the Hasbro Soundwave minus his cassettes.

Plus I would find it incredibly difficult to believe that anyone who calls themselves a Transformers Collector in this country doesn't know Soundwave is coming.

I know Soundwave is coming because you guys won't shut up about it, but I'm fine without a toy that transforms into a box, even if it does come with several other toys that transform into a box. Are me and my 10 years of collecting still worthy of being called a TF collector?

[Cat]

I know Soundwave is coming because you guys won't shut up about it, but I'm fine without a toy that transforms into a box, even if it does come with several other toys that transform into a box. Are me and my 10 years of collecting still worthy of being called a TF collector?

No. Now it's your turn to get in the box.

While you're in there, think about what you've done.

:p

[Shirokaze]

I know Soundwave is coming because you guys won't shut up about it, but I'm fine without a toy that transforms into a box, even if it does come with several other toys that transform into a box. Are me and my 10 years of collecting still worthy of being called a TF collector?

Woah, hold on a second, I think you're taking my comment the wrong way man. If it came across as elitist, I apologise.

What I meant was that Australia is such a small community, if you're a "Transformers collector" (as opposed to someone that collects all sorts of figures and doesn't have a particular focus on Transformers) even if you have limited interaction on the forums it would be near impossible to not have heard the news due to all the publicity the Masterpieces (and Metroplex) have been getting across the net, and as Sinnertwin mentioned above, the google search results.

I in no way intended it to imply that if you haven't heard of him that anyone was less of a collector. :)

And just quickly, my post above was the first time I've uttered a word in this thread, so please don't lump me into this :o

[Zommael]

Woah, hold on a second, I think you're taking my comment the wrong way man. If it came across as elitist, I apologise.

What I meant was that Australia is such a small community, if you're a "Transformers collector" (as opposed to someone that collects all sorts of figures and doesn't have a particular focus on Transformers) even if you have limited interaction on the forums it would be near impossible to not have heard the news due to all the publicity the Masterpieces (and Metroplex) have been getting across the net, and as Sinnertwin mentioned above, the google search results.

I in no way intended it to imply that if you haven't heard of him that anyone was less of a collector. :)

And just quickly, my post above was the first time I've uttered a word in this thread, so please don't lump me into this :o

It's okay - the tone of my post obviously didn't come across to you but it did to Cat, so bad Zommael. I was being flippant. I know Soundwave is a popular character and anticipated release, but I don't personally care for the G1 or Masterpiece design that much (something TRU have made easier by not having a store in my area). I hope everyone who wants one gets one. My point was simply that not everyone wants one, even if they have heard of it. ;)

[Paulbot]

Mine just arrived from eBay.

Packed well.

Haven't opened it up yet, but it all looks good.

$30 extra well-spent, IMO.

Good deal. Made me have a look but I can only find it for sale where it'd be an extra $100 or so on eBay to the local price. Same deal if I throw it into my pile of loot on BBTS.

[drifand]

My honest opinion is most collectors already bought it prior to knowing the hasbro version is coming here. As far as I know, I didn't think about it and thought it was SDCC exclusive at that time and will not be launched here.

But I guess lets just wait and see rather than pointless speculation whether this will be gone in day 1.

Oh yeah......speaking of which, does this contain headphones? Its a masterpiece, I would think they done it correctly?

[Caffinetron]

I came across a funny moment a while back where i was talking with a dealer (of antique and unique toys) and he knew nothing about the Hasbro (and more superior version imo). He did have the takara version for sale and had onsold them but for a much more ridiculous price. He had a couple of tapes but they were extremely high also. But i thought it funny that he was a dealer and knew nothing about them.
Anyhoo, i am also on the anticipated waiting list.

[drifand]

I think the Hasbro version is best bang for buck. But in terms of quality, I do not know how to comment as some fans may like one version over the other.

[Sinnertwin]

Oh yeah......speaking of which, does this contain headphones? Its a masterpiece, I would think they done it correctly?

It doesn't. Unlike the original #17 Japanese release, he doesn't come with headphones and microphone.

[Cat]

And really, who cares about the headphones and mic when we're getting an extra FOUR cassettes in the package?

It was insane to open mine and take in everything that's in the MASSIVE box (Seriously huge box).

You definitely feel like you got your money's worth, even at a higher price.

And yep, Zommael, I understood you, buddy. *brofist*

[drifand]

And really, who cares about the headphones and mic when we're getting an extra FOUR cassettes in the package?

It was insane to open mine and take in everything that's in the MASSIVE box (Seriously huge box).

You definitely feel like you got your money's worth, even at a higher price.

And yep, Zommael, I understood you, buddy. *brofist*

I do? Its a masterpiece? It should be perfect? If its transforming to a Walkman, it should? Not a box? Pretty sure that's why people were claiming why after a robot transforming to a box.

I do not bother with mic, but headphones, maybe? Wouldn't even cost $5 to add it.

[Trent]

I do? Its a masterpiece? It should be perfect? If its transforming to a Walkman, it should? Not a box? Pretty sure that's why people were claiming why after a robot transforming to a box.

I do not bother with mic, but headphones, maybe? Wouldn't even cost $5 to add it.

Why would you expect the Hasbro version to have headphones if the Takara version didn't? It's not as if you could use them. And for most collectors it would be a waste. Even if it only added $5 to the price, that's $5 more than it had to be. If you really want them, why not go buy yourself a cheap set?

[drifand]

Why would you expect the Hasbro version to have headphones if the Takara version didn't? It's not as if you could use them. And for most collectors it would be a waste. Even if it only added $5 to the price, that's $5 more than it had to be. If you really want them, why not go buy yourself a cheap set?

Oh don't get me wrong, I think both versions should have it. even if its not the traditional earphones.

If I had to buy them myself is as good as the tapes not coming with it?

Its just a point, I get it, who cares? But realistically soundwave is not transforming to a box.

[GoktimusPrime]

i wouldnt have invested in the TT version had i have known about Hasbro's intention of releasing one.
Same here. :o


Wait, what... we're getting MP Soundwave in Australia?

Dammit! Looks like I have to throw out the collection now... I'm not worthy enough to be a Transformers Collector. :p

:D
Throw your collection in my direction. :p


$30 extra well-spent, IMO.
^Agreed. If this toy does prove to be hard to find, then spending a bit more just saves you all the time, effort and fuel trying to hunt it down locally with no guarantee of success. :)

[Lint]

If this toy does prove to be hard to find, then spending a bit more just saves you all the time, effort and fuel trying to hunt it down locally with no guarantee of success. :)

I actually enjoy this part.... :o

Probably because I have an extremely high success rate :cool:

[Jetfire in the sky]

Typed words make it difficult to attach a tone, it's all fun :D

[Zommael]

Oh don't get me wrong, I think both versions should have it. even if its not the traditional earphones.

If I had to buy them myself is as good as the tapes not coming with it?

Its just a point, I get it, who cares? But realistically soundwave is not transforming to a box.

Obviously it's transforming into a Walkman. It's just that that Walkman happens to be perfectly box shaped, so all it really has to do is transform into that shape. That doesn't interest me as much as say a car, truck, or even dragon.

[drifand]

Which comes back to square one I don't think a lot of people know what is a walkman considering from surface pics and to the usual kids today "Mum, dad....whats this robot transforming to a box with lots of smaller boxes?"

So the only people buying this are bunch of us oldies. lol

Yes, I know....it is what it is.

[Demonac]

Soundwave transforms into a microcassette recorder, which is not the same as a Walkman.
G1 Soundwave & cassettes are pretty close to 1:1 scale.

[nsm034]

Soundwave transforms into a microcassette recorder, which is not the same as a Walkman.


exactly. i thought he was a ghetto blaster but . lol

[lancalot]

Which comes back to square one I don't think a lot of people know what is a walkman considering from surface pics and to the usual kids today "Mum, dad....whats this robot transforming to a box with lots of smaller boxes?"

So the only people buying this are bunch of us oldies. lol

Yes, I know....it is what it is.

i was showing my soundwave to my niece and she found it very funny , and had a hard time explaining what a tape and walkman are :rolleyes:... In an age of mp3 she found it very funny to put a tape into a walkman... I show her soundwave in the cartoon and when ravage files out from him she couldn't stop laughing....

[drifand]

Lol, yeah I know, while we are all excited the new gen today would think we are nuts.

[Cat]

I do? Its a masterpiece? It should be perfect? If its transforming to a Walkman, it should? Not a box? Pretty sure that's why people were claiming why after a robot transforming to a box.

I do not bother with mic, but headphones, maybe? Wouldn't even cost $5 to add it.

But it's not a Walkman anyway?

[drifand]

Guessed not, so I guess I shouldn't care what it transform into. Just buy it because it is a mp.

I think there is a jack for it so not a biggie.

[Cat]

Guessed not, so I guess I shouldn't care what it transform into. Just buy it because it is a mp.


Huh?

[drifand]

Huh?

I said I shouldn't be looking what it does? Its a cool mp whether it comes with headphones or not for a micro recorder.

[Cat]

I said I shouldn't be looking what it does? Its a cool mp whether it comes with headphones or not for a micro recorder.

Oh. Gotcha.

Again, I think you'll be very happy when you open up the package, and see everything you DO get.

It really is a LOT of stuff, for a very good price.

[drifand]

Yeah should be able to get one, me thinks, but just wait.

[Freya]

He is back in stock at Canada TRU but will not ship to here.

http://www.toysrus.ca/product/index.jsp?productId=20083786

This is the third time they've restock I think. not like MP10

[drifand]

He is back in stock at Canada TRU but will not ship to here.

http://www.toysrus.ca/product/index.jsp?productId=20083786

This is the third time they've restock I think. not like MP10

So annoyed with mp10 as I had no idea it was released in TRU only.

[Megatran]

Paid TRU Highpoint (VIC) a visit this morning. None on the shelves, out the back & showing up empty on the computer system. They couldn't even say if the items were on their way.:(

[AJ_Prime]

Last I heard from a TRU is that their head office was showing them as arrived in Oz, however they had not been distributed to the stores yet.

I will keep checking...

[Logician]

Sigh, well the toys'r'us catalogue that just arrived only has metroplex and grimlock v bruticus (not on sale), no soundwave or acid storm (I'm guessing most already knew that?)

[TheHoodedOne]

Checked with my local Toys R Us, they are definitely in the system and it looks like they are in Australia but none of them have hit the stores as near as they can tell. They also couldn't give me any sort of solid ETA.

[griffin]

Just separated the two "new" news items from this topic into....

MP Soundwave sighted at stores (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=17232).

MP Soundwave available on the TRU website (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=17231).

Please use those topics if you have any updates on the website availability or if certain stores now have them, or have sold out. (you can use the sightings section as well... but the first topic above seems to be useful in tracking the stores - for those people still looking for one)

[Tober]

Parramatta TRU saying that Acid Storm will not be available until at least tomorrow. :(

They have requested additional Soundwaves from head office but haven't received a reply yet...

[mknell]

Parramatta TRU saying that Acid Storm will not be available until at least tomorrow. :(

They have requested additional Soundwaves from head office but haven't received a reply yet...

Hey tomorrow is better than not at all, I wonder if any others are like that

[Hursticon]

Hey tomorrow is better than not at all, I wonder if any others are like that

I'd like to know too as he's who I'm after, coming out at a rather inopportune time financially for me though. :o

[griffin]

Just like with MP Soundwave, I've split up and generated two Acidstorm new topics as well, to help people find info related to one or the other (online or in-store availability & tips).

I've also temporarily given them topic icons to make them stand out while they are a focal point this week.

Acidstorm in stores (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=17263).

Acidstorm online (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=17264).

[evandouglas86]

Mp acidstorm $99 and mp soundwave $149 in Mackay toys r us... Is that the same as everywhere else?

[Sinnertwin]

Yes, they are.

[drifand]

same price but people had coupons to buy them as low as $130 or even lower